Volvo VNL 780 Operator's Manual page 238

228 OPERATION
Left Front Brake
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Condition of brake drum. With brakes released, look for a noticeable gap between
lining and drum. (This check cannot be made if dust covers are in place.)
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Condition of brake air hose.
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Check brake chamber mounting bolts and bracket.
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Check slack adjuster and chamber pushrod travel.
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Condition of Front Axle and Steering System, Left SideNo loose, worn, bent, damaged
or missing parts.
Under Hood, Left Side
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Check coolant hose condition.
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Check condition of fan drive belts.
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Check engine and surrounding areas for coolant, oil and fuel leaks.
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Check wiring harnesses for signs of damage.
Step 2: Front of Cab Area
Condition of Windshield
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Check for damage and clean if dirty.
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Check windshield wiper arms for proper spring tension.
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Check wiper blades for any damage, "dead" rubber and attachment to arm.
Lights and Reflectors
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Lower hood and inspect parking, clearance and identification lights on hood and cab.
They should be clean, operating and of the proper color.
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Reflectors clean and proper color.
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Turn on headlights. High and low beams should be operating and lenses clean. If
equipped, check daytime running lights.
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Left and right front turn signal lights clean, operating and proper color. Raise hood.