Driver's Check List - Peterbilt 348 2017 Operator's Manual

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Driver's Check List

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To keep your vehicle in top shape and
maintain a high level of safety for you,
your passengers, and your load, make
a thorough inspection every day before
you drive. You will save maintenance
time later, and the safety checks
could help prevent a serious accident.
Please remember, too, that Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 392.7
requires a pre-trip inspection and so
do commercial trucking companies.
You are not expected to become a
professional mechanic. The purpose
of your inspections is to find anything
that might interfere with the safe and
efficient transportation of yourself, any
passengers, and your load. If you do
find something wrong and cannot fix it
yourself, have an authorized dealer or
qualified mechanic repair your vehicle
right away.
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The following operations are to be
performed by the driver. Performing
these checks and following the
maintenance procedures in this
manual will help keep your vehicle
running properly.
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Approaching Your Vehicle
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Check the overall appearance and
condition. Are windows, mirrors,
and lights clean and unobstructed?
•
Check beneath the vehicle. Are
there signs of fuel, oil, or water
leaks?
•
Check for damaged, loose, or
missing parts. Are there parts
showing signs of excessive wear
or lack of lubrication? Have a
qualified mechanic examine any
questionable items and repair
them without delay.
•
Check your load. Is it secured
properly?
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