To always keep your truck in top shape, you require reliable maintenance parts and regular service. With the right parts and thorough maintenance, you not only ensure the smooth operation of your truck, but you can also enjoy a long uptime of vital parts, such as engine parts, transmission, filter kits, axles, and brakes. Here, you will find premium maintenance parts to ensure a smooth-running truck with longevity.
What does a complete truck maintenance include?
The most common routine check-ups for truck maintenance include important liquids such as engine oil, coolants, as well as adjustment or replacement if needed of several filters and wear parts. Here is a small overview that can also serve as an inspection checklist:
- Engine Oil and oil filters
- Engine filter sets such as air filters
- Water separator
- Special oil
- Gearbox oil
- Fuel (pre) filters
- Ad blue filter
- Active carbon filter
- Coolant/antifreeze and according filters
- Air cleaners and interior filters
- Exhaust system and fluids
- Fuel filters such as diesel particle filters (DPF)
- Air dryer cartridges
- Transmission oil
- Rear axle oil
- Service for cabin air, dust, and pollen filters
- Wiper blades and wind shield washers
All these truck parts checked and adjusted in a comprehensive and detailed maintenance inspection are vital to ensure the flawless operation of your vehicle. If you rely on genuine high-quality Mercedes-Benz Trucks spare parts for the maintenance of your truck, you contribute to the longevity of your truck and avoid complicated repairs. These parts are designed, tested, and approved by Mercedes-Benz Trucks.
Why is a regular maintenance important for the uptime of a truck?
All parts of a truck are subject to wear and tear, especially with heavy use over time. To make sure, your truck runs smoothly and is always ready to go back on the road, it is essential to keep it in shape with the right maintenance parts. Regular routine checks and maintenance with quality parts offers numerous advantages: improved efficiency, enhanced reliability, preserved resale value and with that an overall extended lifespan of a truck. With preventive maintenance, systematic analysis of the truck’s condition and relying on genuine high-quality parts, you will enjoy a long uptime.
When should specific maintenance truck parts be replaced?
There is no general rule as to when it is necessary to replace specific maintenance parts, as there are various factors that have an influence on these parts. Some of those factors are usage, and, of course, the age of the vehicle. As there is no time span that applies to every single truck and their maintenance, it’s even more important to adhere to a thorough maintenance schedule to make sure all the vital parts are always in an optimal shape. Our truck maintenance parts are specifically designed, tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz trucks.
How often should an oil change be performed on a heavy-duty truck?
Engine oil is one of the most critical fluids in any vehicle. Since every vehicle and with that every truck is different, it is also difficult to make a prognosis as to how often you should perform an oil change on your truck. As with the other truck maintenance parts and the according filter sets, there are external influences that impact the engine and oil. If your truck frequently crosses demanding terrain and dusty or sandy environments, you may have to replace your oil more frequently. In general, you should follow the manufacturer’s specifications on when to perform an oil change. Extreme temperatures and the way you drive your truck also have impact on the maintenance parts and with that also on the usage of engine oil. To make sure, your truck never runs low on oil, you should regularly check your oil levels. This way, you avoid grease, increase the truck’s uptime and prevent heavy wear.
When should the coolant in a truck be replaced?
Coolant, also known as antifreeze, is crucial in regulating your truck engine’s temperature and preventing corrosion. While there is no answer that applies to all trucks when it comes to its maintenance respectively replacement, you should check your coolant system and its levels in periodic intervals according to the manufacturer’s specifications. The replacement intervals vary based on factors such as outside temperature, driving conditions in general, the used antifreeze and the age of your truck. However, there are several signs as to when the coolant needs replacement: a sweet smell, leakage, development of white smoke or frequent engine overheating. Since mixing different coolants can lead to a loss of their function, be sure to always use the same product when replacing your antifreeze.