Pre-Route Inspection - Blue Bird D3RE 2014 Driver's Handbook Manual

PRE-ROUTE INSPECTION

To keep your bus in the best operating condition, any malfunction or defect should
be corrected before the next trip. Report needed services to responsible mainte-
nance personnel.
Engine/Transmission:
• Check fuel level.
• Drain air tanks.
• Drain fuel/water separator.
• Check engine oil level.
• Check automatic transmission fluid level.
• Inspect engine air intake system, especially the air cleaner service indicator.
See Air Intake System Inspection in the General Maintenance section of this
manual.
• Inspect the engine coolant level at the sight glass.
• Remove any foreign material and dirt from the outside of the radiator core.
Body, outside the bus:
• Clean the windshield, mirrors, front windows, headlights, taillights, direction-
al lights, and brake lights.
• Is the tailpipe clear?
• Does the rear emergency door open and close? Check warning buzzer opera-
tion.
• Check the wheelchair lift operation, if so equipped.
• Check tire pressure and the treads. Are the lug nuts in place?
• Drain the air brake tanks.
• Is the area under the bus all clear?
• How is the general outside appearance? Is it clean? Is there a clear view of
identifying features (license plate, school name, bus number, etc.)?
• Are the mirrors clean and adjusted?
Body, inside the bus:
• Are the seats and floor clean? Are the steps and aisle clear?
• Verify that all emergency exits open and close properly, and do not stick.
• Check the emergency equipment and the first aid kit.
• Is the fire extinguisher in place?
• Are the windshield and windows around the driver's area clean?
• Are the mirrors clean and adjusted?
• Are emergency doors/windows unlocked and operating freely?
• Do buzzers activate when exits are not fully latched?
• If so equipped, does the wheelchair chime sound?
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