Physical checking of shock absorbers for subtle failures
Fluid analysis
Component wear monitoring and reporting
Electronic system diagnostics and customised replacement intervals based on the job being done
Structural inspections
Performance testing using high quality oil and the specified type
Simply maintaining tyre pressures correctly to reduce wear
How often should a truck be serviced?
Regular maintenance intervals depend on usage patterns and operating conditions:
Standard Service Intervals
Basic inspection: Every 10,000km or monthly
Oil and filter service: Every 15,000-20,000km
On road highway runners – 20,000kms
Offroad use – every 10,000kms
Major service: Every 40,000-50,000km
Trucks with high PTO use every 250 hours (fridge truck)
Maintenance items such as bearings, based on use
Annual roadworthy inspection
Drivers – daily visual checks
Owners – maintain the pre start checklist discipline
More frequent services for:
Harsh operating conditions, especially offroad
Heavy load carrying trucks fatigue more in structure
Off-road use, particularly corrugations
Stop-start driving patterns
High idle time where an hour meter is not available
As an authorised Hino service centre, we understand the importance of quality maintenance and rapid turnaround times.
With decades of experience as a truck mechanic and servicing heavy vehicles in Central Australia, Country Diesel combines technical expertise with practical knowledge to keep your trucks running reliably.
