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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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