Preventative Maintenance

Keep your trailers up and running according to DOT specifications with our trained technicians. We follow 70 point check list that includes but is not limited to:

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Exterior and Visual Inspection

• Inspect and test seven-pin connector receptacle​

• Inspect glad hands

• Inspect light lenses and reflectors

• Inspect wiring harness(es)

• Inspect rear bumper

• Inspect door, handles, hinges, locks, and tiebacks

• Operate rear door

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Undercarriage and Suspension

• Inspect upper coupling and kingpin

• Inspect crossmembers and substructures

• Inspect wiring harness(es) and air lines

• Inspect landing gear

• Inspect springs and hangers

• Torque u-bolts

• Inspect torque rods, radius rods, and bushings

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Interior Inspection

• Inspect interior walls and scuff liner

• Inspect roof bows and sheeting

• Check doors for proper sealing

• Inspect floor for weak areas, holes, and/or damage

• Inspect tie downs and tracks

• Inspect deck and deck hardware

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Lubrication

• Lubricate Landing gear

• Lubricate seven-pin connector receptacle(s)

• Lubricate all suspension fittings

• Lubricate doors

• Lubricate brake slack adjusters

• Service automatic/central lubrication system

• Fill automatic/central lubrication system

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Brakes

• Inspect brake lining and drums

• Check air brake system for abnormalities

• Adjust all brakes

• Check automatic slack adjusters (if equipped)

• Drain air tanks

• Inspect tank mounting

• Inspect ABS system (if equipped)

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Tires, Wheels, and Hubs

• Check wheel bearings for play

• Check hubcaps and wheel seals for leaks

• Check lube levels and fill as required

• Check for irregular wear patterns

• Check dual mating

• Inspect wheels for cracks and other wear

• Inspect lateral runout