An oil change is one of the simplest ways to care for your truck—but just how far does an oil change go in preventing issues and breakdowns? Our truck and bus repair experts will tell you that caring for a heavy-duty diesel engine requires much more than dumping new oil in the filter and sending you on your way. Instead, we conduct a complete preventative maintenance analysis to identify any fuel-stealing or, worse, breakdown-causing conditions.
Overreliance on the Oil Change
Consider the parts and systems that an oil change does not address. Air filters, tires, clutches, brakes, radiators—every aspect of your truck requires upkeep to avoid problems down the line. Many drivers mistakenly view an oil change as the easy solution to avoid a breakdown, when in fact, it’s only a small fraction of the maintenance needed on a regular basis.
What Does Preventative Maintenance Include?
Preventative maintenance is an oil change, plus much more. Our PM program is designed after the DOT inspection to keep you compliant, and can also help identify many conditions that might be reducing your fuel mileage and/or building up to an unexpected breakdown, including:
- Dirty air filters
- Improperly inflated tires
- Slipping clutches
- Improperly adjusted brakes
- Clogged fuel filters
- Clogged radiators
- Cracked or slipping belts
- Inoperative lighting
- Leaking wheel seals
- Broken leaf springs
Many drivers and fleet managers bring their trucks to On-Site because we’re able to complete preventative maintenance during the overnight hours, with experienced technicians inspecting the vehicle(s) from bumper to bumper.
Snap Out of the “Repair by Breakdown” Mentality
Why wait for your truck to break down? Instead, you can maintain it proactively, simply by scheduling preventative maintenance at On-Site, overnight, with no downtime. Part of being The Better Choice for Truck and Bus Repair is not only fixing problems, but also avoiding them altogether whenever possible. Contact us to schedule preventative maintenance for your truck and/or fleet.
