QUARTERLY - 50 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables & the following)

Shock Absorbers Check for oil leakage and loose fastener
Front Springs Check for loose hardware, cracks at attachments
Front Wheel Alignment Check for unusual tire wear, align if required
Parking Brake Check for bent/binding linkage rod. Check for damage or wear to latch arm or catch bracket

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SEMI-ANNUAL - 125 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables and following)

Spindle Bolts Check for excessive play & tightness of retaining rings. Lubricate, use wheel bearing grease
Steering Assembly Lubricate linkage, use wheel bearing grease
Tie Rods/Linkages Lubricate, use wheel bearing grease

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ANNUAL - 250-300 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables and following)

Front Axle Bearings Check for signs of wear, replace if necessary
Service Brakes Clean & adjust brakes. Check brake shoe linings.

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Crown Battery Recommendations

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The following information has been taken directly from the Crown Battery website.

Basic Battery Care

* Add water as needed - do not overfill.
* Always keep electrolyte level above separator protectors.
* Keep vent caps tightly in place.
* Charge battery on properly matched charger.
* Allow battery to cool down before placing it back into service.
* Keep battery top clean, dry and free of foreign objects.
* Keep battery and truck cover open during charging.
* Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep flame and sparks away from battery.
* Do not discharge beyond 80% (1.140 -1.160 SP.GR.)
* Report any problems or damage. Minor problems can become major ones.
* Good battery care is not a luxury, it's a necessity!!

Support - Deep Cycle Battery Care

* Newly purchased batteries require a full charge before use
* New batteries need to be cycled several times (20 - 50 cycles, depending on type) before reaching full capacity. Usage should be limited during this period.
* Battery connectors should be kept tight at all times. Periodic inspection is recommended.
* Vent caps should remain in place and tight at all times during vehicle operation and charging.
* Battery should be kept clean from all dirt and corrosion.
* Batteries should be watered after charging unless plates are exposed before charging. Plates should be covered by approximately 1/8" of acid if exposed. Check level after charge. The acid level in the cell cover should be kept 1/4" below the bottom of the fill well.
* Distilled or treated water should be used to replenish batteries. Care should be taken to avoid metallic contamination (iron).
* Batteries should not be discharged below 80% of their rated capacity for best battery life. Proper battery charging will help avoid excessive discharge.
* As batteries age, their maintenance requirements changes as well. Usually older batteries needed watered more often and require longer charging times. The capacity also is reduced.
* Batteries should be brought up to full charge at the earliest opportunity. Avoid operating batteries in a partially charged condition. This will reduce there capacity and shorten their life span.
* Avoid charging batteries above 120°F or ambient temperature, whichever is higher.
* Periodic testing is an important preventative maintenance procedure. Hydrometer readings of each cell while fully charged gives an indication of balance and true charge level. Imbalance could mean the need for equalizing, and is also sign of possible improper charging or a bad cell. Voltage tests (open circuit, charged and discharged) can locate a bad or weak battery. Load testing will pick out a bad battery when other methods fail. A weak battery will cause premature failure of companion batteries.
* Always use a matched voltage charger and battery pack system. An undersized charger will never get the job done no matter how long the battery is charged. An oversized charger will cause excessive gassing and heat which could cause explosions or other damage.
* Extreme temperatures can substantially affect battery performance and charging. The cold reduces battery capacity and retards charging. Heat increases water usage and can result in overcharging.