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OPERATIONS
Staying ahead of the inspectors
June 22, 2011
| by: Max Heine
Under the new CSA program, you don’t want to take any chances about whether your equipment will pass inspection.
These Overdrive articles explain how to maintain lights, brakes and other common areas of equipment failure. (If the article is not visible in your browser, click ZOOM OUT in the top left):
Tires and brakes
Spec’ing tires
Preventing tire/brake failure
Avoiding top tire killers
CSA and tire basics
Tire pressure and load
Lights and electrical systems
How-to: Maintain batteries
Preventing battery drain
Preventing power divider failure
How-to: Upgrade headlamps for longevity
Power- and drivetrain
2010 engines
How-to: Change oil
Synthetic oil
Overhauling the engine
Oil viscosity
How-to: Maintain steering
Air system
How-to: Detect air leaks
Preventing air pressure loss
How-to: Replace gladhand seals
Trailers and other topics
How-to: Maintain suspension
Proper DPF care
How-to: Maintain landing gear
How-to: Beat corrosion
Spec’ing trailers for durability
How-to: Service reefer unit
Preventing broken belts/clamps/hoses
How-to: Air-conditioner PM
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