Peterbilt 387 - Preventive Maintenance Schedule; Part 8: Maintenance and Service

PART 8: MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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PART 8: MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Preventive Maintenance Schedule
Your preventive maintenance program begins with the
daily checks you perform. See
“PART 6: DRIVER’S
CHECKLIST” for these. If you check your Peterbilt vehicle
regularly, you can avoid many large, expensive, and time-
consuming repairs. Your vehicle will operate better, be
safer, and last longer. Neglect of recommended mainte
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nance may in some cases void your vehicle’s warranty. So
for your safety and the life of your vehicle, please follow
the Maintenance Schedule. Remember - there may be
maintenance operations that demand skills and equip
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ment you don’t have. If so, please take your vehicle to an
expert mechanic, for your safety and your vehicle’s safety.
WARNING! It can be dangerous to attempt
maintenance work without sufficient training
and the proper tools. You could be injured, or
you could make your vehicle unsafe. Do only
those maintenance items you are fully trained
and equipped to do.
• Before attempting any procedures in the
engine compartment, stop the engine and
let it cool down. Hot components can burn
skin on contact.
• Be alert and cautious around the engine at
all times while the engine is running
• If work has to be done with the engine run-
ning, always (1) set the parking brake, (2)
chock the wheels, and (3) ensure that the
shift lever or selector is in Neutral.
• Exercise extreme caution to prevent neck-
ties, jewelry, long hair, or loose clothing
from getting caught in the fan blades or any
other moving engine parts.