UD Trucks News  | April 29, 2020

We want to ensure you start your drive on a good note.

Below are checks that you can carry before you start your journey.

1. From a distance, check

• Leaking fluids
• Truck leaning
• External damage

2. At the front, check

• Windscreen
• Wipers/washers
• Turn on all lights

Front lid, check

• All components
• All liquids

Cab sides

• Windows
• Mirrors

3. The sides, check

Auxiliary equipment

• Air tanks
• Toolbox
• Water separator
• Spare wheel
• Body integrity

Tire

•      Correct tire inflation
•      Objects stuck
•      Tire damage
•      Tread depth

Wheels rims

•      Missing wheel nuts
•      Missing hub seals
•      Rust bleeding
•      Rim damage

Wheel tightening

•      Signs of loose wheel nuts
•      Damaged wheel bolts or nuts
•      Correct tightening force
•      Only use UD original toolkit

4. Load securing equipment, check

• Chains and tensioners
• Ratchet webbings or ropes
• Twist locks

5. The rear end, check

• Lights
• Doors
• Ramps
• Tailgate
• Trailer coupling

6. Inside the cab, check

• Visibility
• Instruments
• Controls
• Seat belt

You can embark on your journey once these checks are in place!

Please contact your nearest dealer should you have any questions.

Thank you for working hard to keep society moving in these times!