SCHNEIDER'S OUTSTANDING SERVICES, LLC

Preventative Maintenance

Are you experiencing too many emergency road calls? Did you know that across the trucking industry PM task compliance averages just 75% across Class 8 trucks?

Better PM programs lead to 45% fewer repeat repairs and save approximately $1,500 per truck annually in maintenance costs. We use industry standard and OEM brand specific PM schedules and task lists to keep your trucks in tip top condition. We track your PM service and notify you when you have an upcoming service due.

Here are some of the things we cover in our PMs, applied according to schedules:

Engine

  • Check engine oil level; Check coolant fluid level and freeze point; Inspect belts, tensioners and pulleys; Check fuel water separator; Replace engine air filter; Inspect turbocharger, EGR system; Check for fluid leaks

Transmission

  • Check transmission fluid level; Inspect U joints, driveshafts; Check clutch and shifter operation

Electrical

  • Load test batteries; Inspect battery terminals and cables; Check starter contact operation; Verify alternator output

Brakes

  • Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses; Check brake chamber pushrod stroke; Adjust slack adjusters; Verify low pressure warning

Tires and Wheels

  • Check tires tread depth; Inspect for cuts, bubbles, dry rot; Torque wheel fasteners; Check tire inflation pressure

Safety Items

  • Check steering system gear lash; Verify smooth suspension operation; Inspect fifth wheel locking operation; Ensure brake interlocks function; Confirm no fluid leaks

Cab and Hood

  • Check condition of mirrors, glass; Inspect seats, seatbelts, sleeper; Check AC/heating performance; Verify all exterior lamps function

Frame and Chassis

  • Inspect mounting brackets; Check for cracks or damage; Touch-up paint as necessary;

Fluids Servicing

  • Engine oil/filter change; Transmission fluid change; Brake fluid flush; Coolant flush

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