Volvo VNL 780 Operator's Manual page 239

Grille
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Check that charge air cooler and radiator or bug screens are clean and undamaged.
Step 3: Right Side of Cab Area
Right Front Wheel
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Check condition of wheel rim. Especially look for cracks, missing lockrings, bent or
broken studs, clamps or lugs.
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Check condition of tire: properly inflated, no serious cuts, bulges, tread wear or any
signs of misalignment; valve stem not touching wheel, rim or brake drum; valve cap
in place.
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Check wheel bearing and hub: no obvious leaking on outside or inside wheel. Verify
correct oil level in hub.
Right Front Suspension
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Check condition of spring, spring hangers, shackles, U-bolts: no cracks, breaks or
shifting.
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Shock absorber condition.
Right 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: check for any chafing.
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Check brake chamber mounting bolts and bracket.
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Check slack adjuster and chamber pushrod travel. With brakes applied or released, look
for conspicuously different positions of the slack adjusters.
Condition of Front Axle and Steering System, Right Side
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No loose, worn, bent, damaged or missing parts.
OPERATION 229