Inspections and Maintenance
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- The engine and engine compartments can be cleaned with a high-pressure/
steam cleaner. Avoid spraying directly onto electrical components such as the
fuel system pump units, electronic units the starter motor, alternator,
air-conditioning compressor, headlights, etc.
- Carefully clean the engine encapsulation and its fittings. Remove any spilled oil
and diesel oil to avoid the risk of fire.
- Do not aim the jet of water directly at electrical connections such as connectors,
cable plugs in the vehicle lighting system, etc. Also do not aim the jet at the gear
lever unit.
- When cleaning the vehicle, make sure that no water can enter the air inlet
system via the air intake or its flexible seals.
- When the vehicle has been cleaned, it must be lubricated again with a grease
gun or via the automatic lubrication system. This is important because it
prevents the penetration of moisture and dirt at the various pivot points.
Cleaning the cab
Depending on the vehicle's operating conditions, the external paintwork of the cab is
subject to attack by corrosive substances, for example road salt, grit and polluted
air. For instance, road salt and air pollution.
The paintwork must therefore be cleaned regularly.
When cleaning the cab, make sure that:
- no caustic cleaners are used
- no hard brushes are used
- all seams, gaps and door shut-lines are thoroughly cleaned.
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