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ΛΦ45/55 series Maintenance intervals 1. MAINTENANCE INTERVALS 1.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The service intervals stated in the maintenance schedule are based on use of the oils and fuels specified by DAF. Maintenance X service Y service schedule 1x per YEAR LF45...
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ΛΦ45/55 series Maintenance activities 2.2 OVERVIEW OF ANNUAL MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ANNUAL MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES (Y-SERVICE) "Correct, if necessary, after inspection" CAB AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM O Check pedal rubbers O Check whether the latest version of the ITS manual is kept in the cab O Replace the cab filter element - See note 1 Replaced O Yes...
EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Inspection and adjustment Checking hot oil level Bring the gearbox up to operating temperature (approx. 71C - 93C). Remove the dipstick when the engine is idling and wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth. Note: To take the dipstick out of the holder, the sealing cap must be held while the dipstick is...
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EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Inspection and adjustment 3.38 CHECKING GREASED WHEEL HUBS FOR LEAKS Check the wheel hubs for leaks. Note: For maintenance-free wheel hubs: If there are serious grease marks on the brake disc side of the wheel hub, this could indicate excessive use of assembly grease on new or recently assembled wheel hubs.
EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Removal and installation 4.3 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION, LUBRICATING OIL FILTER To prevent skin injury, avoid unnecessary contact with the drained lubricating oil. Be careful when changing the oil. Hot oil may cause serious injuries. Removing the lubricating oil filter Place a tray beneath the lubricating oil filter.
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EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Removal and installation 4.4 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION, FUEL FINE FILTER When removing the fuel fine filter, a quantity of fuel will escape. Collect the fuel and avoid the risk of fire. Removing the fuel fine filter Place a container beneath the fuel fine filter and remove the filter.
EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Draining and filling Filling the gearbox Clean the drain plugs, provide them with new sealing rings and fit them, tightening them to the specified torque, see "Technical data". Fill the gearbox through the dipstick holder with the specified quantity of oil;...
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EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Draining and filling Filling the gearbox Clean the drain plug (1), fit a new sealing ring and tighten the plug to the specified torque; see "Technical data". Fit the oil filters (2). See "Removal and installation".
EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Cleaning 6. CLEANING 6.1 CLEANING THE BATTERY TERMINALS Avoid sparks and open flames in the vicinity of batteries. Battery acid is an aggressive fluid. In the event of contact with the skin: rinse the skin with plenty of water for a sustained period.
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Note: With the aid of a simple tool, the radiator and the air cooler can be blow-cleaned. The tool (radiator cleaner) cannot be ordered from DAF. It should be manufactured by yourself according to the drawing. Key to drawing: 1150mm...
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EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ΛΦ45/55 series Lubrication 7. LUBRICATION 7.1 LUBRICATING ACCORDING TO Y-SERVICE LUBRICATION SCHEDULE Note: The lubricating points marked below with an (S) indicate that the lubricating point is positioned on both the left-hand and right-hand side of the vehicle.
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