Unfortunately, truck problems are a necessary evil when it comes to the world of transportation. And the longer your truck is down with that problem, the more money you are losing. It pays to have a reliable service that you know will be there when you need them. What are some of the major issues that plague trucks today?
Common Truck Issues
If you are a fleet operator, you know that you must have a complete picture of the trucks involved in your service so that you can ensure the meeting of your company’s targets. That means that you’ve got to know all about the requirements of truck repair. Let’s take a look at some of the more common repairs that fleet operators are facing with today’s trucks.
Engine Overheating
For both drivers and operators, a significant number of consequences can be suffered due to an overheating engine. The problem might be a blown gasket or something related to the fuel tank. Regardless, over time, this can lead to engine failure if the issue is not addressed. Working with a maintenance professional is crucial in order to review and address signs of overheating on your vehicle. In the long term, this can prevent failure at a critical time.
Starter Failure
Particularly in colder temperatures, starter failure seems to be a problem that happens more and more. In order to determine future performance, during the beginning of the winter season, the starter mechanism should be reviewed. Clear signs of problems with a starter will likely be noticed by the operator first. Basically, the problem will make itself known as a problem with the ignition. Advise your operators: During the motor start phase, nonessential components should be turned off (such as radios).
Failure of a U-Joint
In order for power to be transferred to the differentiator from the transmission, U-joints are necessary. To minimize component wear and tear, it is essential that the U-joints be kept lubricated. If s U-joint is about to fail, a driver may notice a clicking sound. Another sign of imminent U-joint failure can be that, at higher speeds, the vehicle tends to vibrate. Both of these signs point to an imminent and critical part failure. At the earliest convenience, the U-joint has to be replaced.
Brake Fluid Leaks and Brake Failures
On a pretty regular basis, likely because of the pressure placed on brakes from today’s larger payloads, modern trucks frequently experience issues with the braking system. Brake failure might even occur if trucks have not been maintained effectively or in extreme cases. On the positive side, however, if the brakes do fail, the truck should only lose all of its performance in the brake that is affected. This allows the driver to stop the vehicle using all of the other brakes. This goes to prove how important it is to implement a comprehensive strategy for brake maintenance.
Issues with the Wheel Bearings
In order for your wheel to move along the road with as little friction as possible, very important components called wheel bearings are necessary. If, while they’re moving, the driver notices an unusual amount of noise generating from the vicinity of the wheel wells, the bearings could be degraded. Another sign could be unstable road movements, or a jerking of the vehicle could be experienced. Get the wheel bearings checked for issues if these symptoms occur.
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