Volvo VNL Operator's Manual page 44

Pre-Trip Inspection and Daily Maintenance
In the Cab
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Check steps and grab handles for
looseness or breakage ( page 23).
Also, clean them if there is any sub-
stance that makes them slippery, which
makes cab entry/exit hazardous.
•
Start the engine. If equipped, check
that exhaust rain cap opens when ac-
celerating engine.
•
Check gauges and telltale light func-
tion ( page 85).
•
Check function of low air warning
( page 91). Check the Graphic Display
for any fault codes ( page 114).
•
Check clutch function ( page 269). If
equipped, check for clutch brake func-
tion.
•
Check windshield wipers and washers
( page 47) and horns, including back-
up alarm, if equipped.
•
Clean inside windshield, door win-
dows and instruments. Clean mirrors.
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Check climate control and defroster
( page 174). If equipped, check mirror
heater.
•
Check condition of warning triangles,
fire extinguisher and flares ( page 68).
•
Adjust the seat ( page 195). Check
mirror adjustment.
•
Check safety belts for function and
damage ( page 55).
•
Apply service brakes. After initial
drop, pressure should hold steady, or
increase slightly, with engine at idle.
•
Check steering wheel for excessive
free play.
•
Check for loose items in the cab. Se-
cure them if necessary.
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