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showing signs of excessive wear or
lack of lubrication? Have a qualified
mechanic examine any
questionable items and repair them
without delay
.
5. Check your load. Is it secured
properly?
Daily Checks
NOTE
These checks are in addition to, not in
place
of, Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Regulations. These regulations may
be purchased by writing to: Superin-
tendent of Documents U.S. Govern-
ment Printing Office Bookstore 710 N.
Capitol St. N.W. Washington, DC
20402, or ContactCenter@gpo.gov.
Engine
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Power Steering Fluid
Engine Belt
Fuel Filter (Water Separator) Fuel
System on page 221
Windshield Washer Fluid
Battery Cables - check the
condition of the battery and
alternator cables for signs of
chafing or rubbing. Make sure that
all clamps (straps) holding the
cables are present and in good
working order.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Steering Components - (pitman
arm, draglink, power steering
hoses, etc.).
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
Chassis and Cab Extrior
Lamps - are any exterior lamps
cracked or damaged?
Window and Mirrors - clean and
adjusted?
Tires, Wheels and hubs Tires on
page 239 Wheels on page 242
Suspension Components - check
for loose or missing fasteners.
Check damage to springs or other
suspension parts such as cracks,
gouges, distortions, bulges or
chafing.
Brake Lines and Hoses - check
lines, linkages, chambers, parking
and service brake operation.
Air System - Air System on page
183
Steps and Grab Handles
Frame Mounted Tanks (Fuel,
Diesel Exhaust Fluid, etc) - check
underneath the vehicle for signs of
fluid leaks. If any are found, correct
before operating the vehicle. Is the
tank fill cap secure? Are the tank
straps tight? Is the strap webbing in
place?
Trailer Connections - are they
secure and the lines clear? If they
are not being used, are they stored
properly? Is the trailer spare wheel
secure and inflated? Is the landing
gear up and the handle secured?
Fifth Wheel - Is the kingpin or the
sliding fifth wheel locked?
Cab Interior
Seat - adjust the seat for easy
reach of controls and visibility.
Seat Belts - fasten and adjust
safety restraint belts (which may
include restraints in the sleeper).
Steering Column - adjust for easy
reach and visibility.
Mirrors - check and readjust
mirrors if necessary.
SAFETY - Daily Checks
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