7 Inspection and Maintenance-
1 without gauges
Chapter
Discussion of Inspection & Maintenance Survey Results
Visual Inspection System Off
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Electrical System Inspection
Performance Inspection Engine Running
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Heater System Inspection
Preventive Maintenance Worksheet
Chapter Review
Discussion of Inspection & Maintenance Survey Results
There are three reasons for regular inspection and maintenance procedures:
1. They save money in the long run by reducing down time and often
prevent more costly repairs.
2. They help to insure driver comfort and safety
3. They add to your store of knowledge about these systems and
maintain your level of efficiency.
About half of all heavy duty vehicles have air conditioners. Surveys of AC
system owners find that over 30% of the systems are serviced every six months
or less, and another 62% are serviced at least once a year.
The survey also covered how often the different components required main-
tenance. Figure 7.1 below shows survey finding percentages. Failure of any of
the AC components listed in the survey could cause a system to malfunction or
stop cooling.
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE SURVEY
This chart shows mainte-
nance frequency, lists key
parts and how often they
require maintenance.
The above survey results may not apply to your situa-
Note:
tion. Actual operating conditions for the vehicles you
service will determine or influence maintenance fre-
quency and requirements.
The following inspection procedures should take about 15 to 20 minutes, longer
if corrective steps, part replacement or adding refrigerant is necessary. There is
a "Preventive Maintenance Worksheet" you may use at the end of this chapter,
