DAF 95XF. Manual — part 542

EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES

Inspection and adjustment

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3.37 CHECKING THE OPERATION OF THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK

1.

Jack up the rear axle and support it on
stands.

2.

Bring the air system to operating pressure.

3.

Engage the differential lock. The warning
lamp should now come on.

4.

Check whether there is a “rigid” connection
between the driven wheels.

5.

Disengage the differential lock. The warning
lamp should not light up and the “rigid”
connection between the driven wheels
should be broken.

M8031

3.38 CHECKING THE FLUID LEVEL IN THE HYDRAULIC LIFTING GEAR

1.

Make sure that the trailing axle wheels are
fully lowered and on the ground.

2.

Check the fluid level.
The fluid level must be between the “min.”
and “max.” level marks. If necessary, top
up.

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3.39 CHECKING THE PIVOTS OF THE AXLE SUSPENSION, AIR SUSPENSION

Torque rod
1.

Check the attachment of the torque rod and
torque rod supports.

2.

Check the pivots of the torque rod for wear
and play.

Stabiliser bar
1.

Check the attachment of the stabiliser bar
and stabiliser bar support.

2.

Check the pivots of the stabiliser bar for
wear and play.

Ball joint of triangular link
1.

Check the attachment of the ball joints and
three--point fixation support.

2.

Check the ball joint housing for surface
cracks.

3.

Check the dust cover for damage.

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EXPLANATORY NOTES ON THE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES

Inspection and adjustment

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3.40 CHECKIGN THE DRIVE SHAFT PLAY

1.

Check the universal joints and centre
bearing for play and damage.

M3032

2.

Check the sliding clutch for axial and radial
play.

M3019

3.

There must be no clearly noticeable play on
universal joints, centre bearing or sliding
clutch.

M3020

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3.41 CHECKING THE AIR SUSPENSION BELLOWS

1.

Raise the chassis to its highest position
using the remote control.

2.

Clean the air bellows using a cleaning rag
or a soap solution, if required.

3.

Check the air bellows for cracks and
damage. If cracks or damage are found
through which the webbing is visible, the air
bellows should be replaced.

4.

Check the air bellows, bellows seating and
air line connections for leaks.
Check that the air bellows, when in their
highest position and in driving position, do
not rub against air lines etc.

M9040

3.42 CHECKING THE OPERATION OF THE AUTOMATIC LUBRICATION SYSTEM

1.

Check the system for line fracture and
operation of the jets.

2.

Check whether all lubricating points are
lubricated.

3.

Check the lubricant level in the reservoir. If
required, top up the reservoir, see chapter
“Draining and filling”.

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