PART 8: MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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Power
Steering
Steering linkage Check all joints for excessive lash; replace as required (see page 207). X
Draglink tube clamp and ball
socket
Check the torque; tighten to specified torque value as required.
XX
Pitman arm clamp bolt and
nut
Check the torque; tighten to specified torque value as required.
XX
Steering intermediate shaft Check the torque on the pinch bolt and nut. X X
Steering intermediate shaft
U-joints (ON HIGHWAY)
Lubricate [EP NLGI #2 HD grease, +325° F to -10° F (+163° C to
-23° C) range].
XX
Steering intermediate shaft
U-joints (OFF HIGHWAY or
CITY DELIVERY)
Lubricate [EP NLGI #2 HD grease, +325° F to -10° F (+163° C to
-23° C) range]. X X
Draglink and tie rod arm ball
sockets (ON HIGHWAY)
Lubricate (EP NLGI #2 lithium-based, moly-filled, HD grease).
XX
Steering intermediate shaft
U-joints (OFF HIGHWAY or
CITY DELIVERY)
Lubricate (EP NLGI #2 lithium-based, moly-filled, HD grease).
XX
Fuel &
Tanks
Fuel tanks Inspect tanks, brackets, hoses, and fittings for correct location, tightness,
abrasion damage, and leaks; repair or replace as required.
X
Fuel tank breathers Check for proper function; clean the drain hoses. X
Table 2 Preventative Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
SYSTEM COMPONENT MAINTENANCE TASK
Recommended
PM Interval
I ABCDE
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