Volvo Truck VHD42T

Warning: Do not remove the cap to the surge tank while the engine and radiator are still hot and under pressure.

Caution: Add only pre-mixed coolant made up of 50% clean water and 50% antifreeze.

Danger: Before working on or inspecting a vehicle, set the parking brakes, place the transmission in neutral and block the wheels.

Warning: Keep yourself clear of all moving or hot engine parts.

Caution: If the vehicle is equipped with an aerodynamic bumper, do not step on or press in between the bumper and the wheel.

Caution: Make sure the oil added is the same type of oil that is in the engine.

Warning: When draining the air tanks, do not look into the area of the draining air.

Step 1: Left Side Of the Cab Left Front Wheel

• Check condition of wheel rim. Especially look for cracks, missing lockrings, bent or broken studs, clamps or lugs.

• 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.

• Check wheel bearing and hub: no obvious leaking on outside or inside wheel. Verify correct oil level in hub.

• Check condition of spring, spring hangers, shackles, U-bolts: no cracks, breaks or shifting.

• Check shock absorber condition.

• 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).