How To Do Preventive Maintenance On A Truck Exhaust System
Preventive Maintenance for Trucks and Truck Tractors is an important component of life safety.
This article will provide you information on how to complete preventive maintenance for a truck exhaust system.
A truck exhaust system originates under the hood of your truck but most of its components are located under the frame such as the exhaust pipe, muffler, and tailpipe.
The truck exhaust system can become severely damaged fro road elements of water, mud, slush, salt and gravel.
These elements will eventually rust and corrode your exhaust system because the exhaust system is made from steel.
The following are few preventative maintenance tips to keep your truck exhaust system in good condition:
- Inspect the muffler for any holes and make sure the clamps and hangers are not rusting because they could break while you’re driving or it could make the truck exhaust system drag against the pavement.
- Inspect the heat shield. The heat shield should have no dent/dings to keep repair costs as low as possible.
- Make sure all components of the exhaust system are at least 1½ inches from the fuel system, brake system and any other potential unprotected combustible material.
- Inspect universal joints to assure there are no loose or missing bolts.
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