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2.4 ENVIRONMENT

By carrying out the maintenance activities in a 

professional manner, on time and at regular 

intervals, you will help to reduce the impact on the 

environment.

This means, for example, noticing and remedying 

possible leakages in time and keeping the engine 

in an optimum condition (adjusting valves, 

replacing air filter element etc.), thus reducing the 

emission of harmful exhaust gasses.

It should be noted that oils and fluids contain 

harmful substances that have a negative impact 

on the environment.

That is why you should take care that drained oils 

and fluids and also discarded oil and fuel filters, 

are collected in separate receptacles or 

containers.

In short: maintenance activities must be 

carried out in an environmentally aware 

manner. 

2.5 PARTS

All DAF parts and components have been 

carefully attuned to each other, a decisive factor 

in ensuring the original DAF quality.

It is only logical, therefore, that the original DAF 

quality can be maintained best if original DAF 

parts and components are used when replacing 

parts or components.

As far as maintenance activities are concerned, 

this includes components such as windscreen-

wiper blades, air-dryer elements, gaskets, V-belts 

and filters.

For example, if "non-original DAF filters" are 

used, the engine will be insufficiently protected 

against fine microscopic airborne dust particles, 

almost imperceptible metal swarf in the oil and 

dirt in the fuel, resulting in: 

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premature replacing of cylinders, pistons, 

bearings, valves, injector pump and other 

moving parts

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reduced engine performance

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increased fuel consumption

Therefore, always use original DAF parts and 

components.

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2.6 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES

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When carrying out maintenance activities on 

the vehicle, it is important that the work is 

performed under the cleanest possible 

conditions.

Filler caps, lubricating points, filler and drain 

plugs should be cleaned before and after 

maintenance activities.

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When excessive leakage has been detected 

at oil seals and/or components, or in case of 

excessive drops in the oil level, a report 

should be made and the cause should be 

remedied.

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It is important to check the gearbox 

breathers, transfer box, rear axle and driven 

front axle regularly for fouling and blockages.

If the breathers are blocked by dirt, 

overpressure may cause leaks.

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Depending on the circumstances in which 

the vehicle is used, e.g. on very bad roads or 

construction sites, important bolt 

connections such as the fifth wheel, spring 

suspension, U-bolts, trailer coupling, 

steering box attachment, superstructure 

attachments etc. should be inspected more 

often and, if necessary, be retightened.

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It is important that a visual inspection and 

test run are carried out following the 

maintenance activities.

Particular attention should be paid to 

components directly related to driving safety.

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Once a service has been completed new 

information on the next service (mileage/

date) can be entered on the instrument panel 

display using DAVIE XD via the VIC. 

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3. INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT

3.1 CHECKING PEDAL RUBBERS

1.

Check that the pedal rubbers are still 

securely mounted on the pedal.

2.

Check that the pedal rubbers are not worn 

out and there is still sufficient tread.

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3.2 CHECKING THE BATTERY FLUID LEVEL

Avoid sparks and open flames in the 

vicinity of batteries.

Battery acid is an aggressive fluid.

In the event of contact with the skin: 

rinse the skin with plenty of water for 

a sustained period. If redness or 

pain persists, consult a doctor. 

Remove any clothing affected and 

rinse with water.

In the event of contact with the eyes: 

rinse with plenty of water for at least 

15 minutes and consult a doctor.

If swallowed: do NOT induce 

vomiting. Rinse the mouth, drink two 

glasses of water and consult a 

doctor.

In the event of inhalation: get fresh 

air, rest and consult a doctor. 

1.

Check the electrolyte level. The electrolyte 

level must be approx. 10 mm above the 

plates or up to the level indicator if available.

2.

If necessary, top up the batteries, see 

chapter "Draining and filling".

3.3 CHECKING THE BATTERY TERMINALS

1.

Visually check the battery terminals for 

corrosion. Clean the battery terminals if 

necessary, see chapter on "Cleaning".

2.

Check the attachment of the battery 

terminals.

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