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8. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Treatment of parts related to noise
emissions
Noise shield system
•
A cover and the sound insulation
material shown in the figure are
installed to reduce the noise emis-
sions and meet the regulation val-
u e s s p e c i f i e d i n t h e " N o i s e
regulations". If it is removed for
maintenance purposes, be sure to
reinstall it in its original position.
•
The cover and sound insulation
materials are used to reduce the
level of noise. Do not modify it or
drive without it. Check it on a reg-
ular basis to make sure its effec-
tiveness has not diminished due
to damage or deformation.
NOTE
W h e n u s i n g a h i g h p r e s s u r e
washer, make sure you do not
damage the sound insulation
material.
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Noise shield behind cab
Other
T h e f a i l u r e o f p a r t s r e l a t e d t o
emissions not only causes the values
stipulated in the safety standards to
be exceeded, but also increases fuel
consumption, and oil consumption
and reduces power.
If a failure is found, ask for the truck to
be serviced at the nearest authorised
UD Trucks dealer.
Silencer and exhaust pipe
•
Damage or corrosion to the
silencer and exhaust pipe may
decrease the effectiveness of the
silencer. Check it on a regular
basis and replace the parts if
found to be faulty.
NOTE
When driving in areas which of
high exposure to salt, such as
areas near the sea or on roads
where de-icing agent has been
u s e d , r u s t m a y f o r m o n t h e
s u r f a c e
o f
t h e
Continuing to drive the vehicle
with rust will damage silencer
function. After driving in areas
where there is a lot of salt, always
wash the surface of the silencer
with water.
s i l e n c e r.
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