Weekly Maintenance - Toyota 8FBE18T Operator's Manual

32 (En-31)
Steering wheel inspection
Note:
Perform the inspection after turning the key switch to
ON.
1. Check the steering wheel play after setting the
rear wheels in the straight travel position.
Note:
See the service data for the standard steering wheel
play.
2. Turn the steering wheel and move it up and down
to check that there is no looseness.
3. If any abnormality is found, have the vehicle
inspected at a Toyota dealer.
Horn inspection
Press the horn button to see that the horn sounds nor-
mally.
WHILE TRAVELING SLOWLY
Brake performance
Depress the brake pedal, and see if there is any abnor-
mality in braking performance or if the brake is applied
only on one side.
Pull the parking brake lever to see that the vehicle is
stopped and that the parked position is maintained.
Motor inspection
Drive the vehicle to check the motor for smooth run-
ning without any abnormal noise.
Also operate the material handling levers to check the
pump motor.
Steering inspection
While moving the vehicle slowly in a safe location,
turn the steering wheel to the left and right and check
for any unusual movement.
SAS system inspection
Check the SAS system to make sure that it is function-
ing properly.
Load handling system inspection
Check the mast to make sure that it can be properly
tilted forward and backward and raised up. Also, make
sure that the mast can automatically stop at its horizon-
tal position.
BEFORE GARAGING THE VEHICLE
Remove dirt from all vehicle components and then per-
form the following:
1. Inspect for oil or water leakage.
2. Inspect each component for warping, scratches,
dents, or cracks.
3. Lubricate each component.
4. Fully raise and lower the forks to lubricate the
inside of the lift cylinder.
5. If you sense anything unusual during operation,
notify your supervisor.
Caution Caution Caution
Even a small erroneous operation can cause a seri-
ous accident. Do not operate the vehicle until
repairs have been completed.

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE

Add the following items to the pre-operation inspec-
tion items. Have necessary adjustments and replace-
ments performed at a Toyota dealer.
Weekly (every 40-hour) inspection items
Battery electrolyte................. Level check and distilled water
addition
Battery electrolyte................. Specific gravity check
Bolts and nuts ....................... Retightening
Mast and steering linkage ..... Greasing MP grease
Chain lubrication .................. Engine oil
Maintenance required for the above items are mainly
checking and addition. As oil or grease needs periodic
replacement depending on the degree of contamina-
tion, take proper action as required.
Never fail to perform pre-operation inspection and
weekly maintenance to maintain safe, comfortable
operation.