Just do the maintenance! Then the question is, where should we begin? Filter element.
The filter element plays a role in filtering and is the most important part of vehicle maintenance. If it is not maintained promptly, it will affect the performance of the vehicle.
The filter elements used in tank trucks include engine filter, air filter, and air conditioning filter. Let’s take a look at the maintenance strategy of them.
1. Engine filter
The oil tanker engine filter element filters the medium in the engine lubrication system. It can be replaced according to your mileage. The ideal state is to replace every 3000 kilometers. The external steam filter is replaced every 5000 kilometers, and the oil pump is integrated every 4000 The kilometer is replaced once. When the oil pump fails, it is best to replace it together.
2. The air filter
The air filter element filters the medium in the engine's intake system. The replacement cycle is generally once every 2000 kilometers. Of course, different manufacturers will have different standards. Usually, if you do not clean frequently or even clear the lining, then you should replace it according to the replacement cycle; if you clean it frequently, you can extend the replacement cycle appropriately, and you can replace it every 3000 kilometers or 5000 kilometers.
3. Air conditioning filter
In fact, the air-conditioning filter element of tanker truck needs to be replaced once a year, otherwise, it will produce a peculiar smell in the summer, and much more bacteria will breed and affect health. Therefore, it is necessary to replace the air conditioning filter element every year. The air conditioning filter element is just like the mask we wear. It is the first line of defense to ensure that you can breathe fresh air.
In addition, pay attention to the replacement of spark plugs. The replacement cycle of nickel alloy, which is also called the copper core, is 2000 kilometers, platinum spark plugs are 4000 kilometers, and iridium spark plugs are 7000 kilometers.