Keep Your Truck Running Smoothly with Rush Truck Centres of Canada Preventive Maintenance

Those in the commercial truck industry know that preserving the life of a work truck is imperative to keeping their business running strong. Preventive maintenance can make breakdowns a thing of the past and with Rush Truck Centres of Canada’s routine and preventive maintenance program it’s even easier for truck owners to ensure their work truck is always running at its maximum capacity.

No matter what you’re hauling, it’s important to keep your commercial truck properly maintained. Here are a few preventive maintenance tips to keep your work truck running smoothly the rest of the summer and into the fall:

Don’t Let Your Work Truck Get Overheated

Overheating is one of the most common causes of breakdowns and is guaranteed to slow your driver down. The cooling ratio of antifreeze to water is not only vital to keeping the engine from freezing in the winter but also overheating in the summer. Without the proper ratio, the engine cooling system is at risk for failing and will not operate properly. Checking the coolant hoses is just as important.

The coolant in work trucks should be replaced every 100,000 miles or at least every two years. And remember all fluids have a lifespan and should be regularly checked and changed as needed, including brake fluid and power steering fluid.

Check Belts and Hoses 

As the seasons change, it’s time to have your belts and hoses checked and changed, especially since heat can wear them down. They carry some of your vehicles most important fluids like coolant and oil, also they generate other devices such as power steering. Not having them checked or replaced can lead to your work trucks breaking down, resulting in late pickup or drop off deliveries.

Ride Smoothly With Maintained Tires

Extreme temperature conditions can put your tires at risk. Excessive heat can result in blowouts, putting the driver and the work truck at risk for an accident and unwanted setbacks. It’s important that your work truck’s tires and tread depth is checked at least one a month. This will not only ensure that the pressure is correct, but also that the tires are worn evenly and there are no cracks or nicks in the tires.

Prevent Battery Corrosion 

The summer heat can take a toll on your work truck’s battery, and heat is one of the main factors in corroding batteries. Corrosion buildup can lead to a lower voltage and eventually cause the battery itself to stop working. Batteries in your truck should be examined, cleaned and battery cables should be checked for cracks or other damage.

Keep the Cabin Cool

Have your A/C system checked for leaks in its hoses and valves. It is also important to have your blower motor tested, have your filters checked for any unwanted plugs and air filter changed.

Rush Truck Centres of Canada’s Commercial Service Department Can Help

Rush Truck Centres of Canada has an experienced, reliable team of expert technicians at our service departments throughout Ontario. We service all makes and models, from Isuzu to International and others. Whatever your needs, we can provide preventive maintenance, service or repair for your work trucks. Request service.