Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance Checklist

Use this Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance Checklist to methodically assess critical truck elements such as engine, transmission, brakes, and fuel systems.

Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance Checklist



Vehicle Identification

1. Is the registration number visible and correct?


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2. Is the VIN/Chassis Number clear and correct?


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3. Is the compliance plate present and legible?


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4. Is the seating capacity indicated and correct?


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5. Is the make and model information visible and correct?


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6. Is the body type information present and accurate?


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7. Is the main body color as specified?


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8. Is the engine number present and correct?


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9. Is the number of cylinders indicated and correct?


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10. Is the odometer reading accurate and present (where fitted)?


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Brakes

1. Are brake components in good condition?


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2. Is the air/vacuum system, including trailer breakaway protection, operational?


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3. Is the service brake working properly?


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4. Is the parking brake functional?


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Couplings

1. Are the fifth wheel/ballrace couplings checked?


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2. Are the pin couplings/pintle hooks functional?


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3. Is the towbar secure and in good condition?


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4. Are towing attachments present and secure?


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5. Are safety chains/cable attachments in good condition?


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6. Is the steering wheel functioning properly?


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7. Are the suspension components checked?


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8. Is there excessive free play in the steering?


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9. Are the arms, linkages, and components of the steering system checked?


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10. Is the steering box or pump verified?


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11. Are the shock absorbers in good condition?


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12. Are the airbags, springs, or coils in the suspension system functioning correctly?


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Wheels, Tyres, And Hubs

1. Are the wheels/rims free from damage?


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2. Are all-wheel nuts/fasteners present and securely tightened?


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3. Are the tires inspected?


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4. Are the hubs checked?


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5. Are the wheel bearings inspected for signs of wear or damage?


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Structure And Body Condition

1. Are the body panels securely mounted to the frame?


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2. Is the body and mounting in good condition?


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3. Are the mudguards free from cracks, bends, or significant wear?


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4. Are the mudflaps free from tears, cracks, or excessive wear?


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5. Are the rear marking plates compliant with VSB12 standards?


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6. Is the cabin/body free from significant dents, scratches, or other damage?


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7. Are the number plates clean and free from damage?


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8. Is the front underrun protection securely mounted to the vehicle?


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9. Is the Electrical Equipment verified?


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10. Does the horn operate properly?


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11. Is the chassis checked?


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Seats And Seatbelts

1. Are all seats securely mounted?


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2. Are all seat belts present and securely attached to the vehicle?


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3. Are child restraint anchorages verified?


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Lights And Reflectors

1. Are the headlights (high/low beam) functioning properly?


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2. Are the fog lights working correctly?


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3. Are the front position lights operational?


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4. Are the daytime running lights on and functioning?


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5. Are the direction indicator lights working as expected?


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6. Are the clearance/end outline marker lights (front/rear) operational?


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7. Are the reflectors (front/side/rear) intact and visible?


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8. Are the brake lights functioning properly?


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9. Are the tail lights operational?


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10. Are the reversing lights working correctly?


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11. Is the number plate light functioning?


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12. Are the side marker lights operational?


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Mirrors

1. Are the rearview mirror(s) in good condition and properly adjusted?


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2. Are the windscreen and windows in good condition and functioning properly?


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3. Is the glazing free from any damage? 


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4. Are the wipers, demisters, and washers functioning correctly?


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5. Are the windows clean and operating smoothly?


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Engine, Driveline, And Exhaust

1. Is the exhaust system functioning properly?


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2. Are noise emissions within acceptable limits?


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3. Is the engine/driveline operating correctly?


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4. Is the gearbox/differential/power steering in good condition?


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5. Is the fuel tank secure and free from damage?


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6. Are there any oil leaks?


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LPG And NG Vehicles

1. Is the LPG/NG compliance plate present and up to date?


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2. Are the LPG/NG number plate labels correctly displayed?


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3. Is the LPG/NG container in good condition and secure?


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Buses

1. Is the fire extinguisher present and functional?


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2. Is the school bus warning system functioning properly (if required)?


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3. Are the entrances and exits clear and accessible?


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4. Are the emergency exits and signs properly marked and functional?


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5. Are the doors and steps in good condition?


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6. Are the guard rails secure and in good condition?


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Motorhomes, Caravans, And Campervans

1. Is the fire extinguisher present and functional?


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2. Are the sleeping berths in good condition and properly installed?


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3. Are the cooking facilities operational and safe?


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4. Are the doors in good condition and functional?


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5. Are the toilets, urinals, showers, and sinks clean and operational?


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6. Is the ventilation adequate and functioning properly?


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7. Is the electrical/gas certification up to date and compliant?


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