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Fleet Vehicle Maintenance Guide

This document outlines various vehicle maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles. It defines a fleet maintenance schedule as a timetable for checking vehicle components according to manufacturer recommendations. The schedules aim to extend vehicle lifespan, reduce costs, ensure availability, improve safety, boost fuel efficiency, and support business reputation. The schedules include monthly checks of minor components, quarterly checks of fluids and filters, biannual inspections, and annual services of major systems. Adhering to the schedules is important for fleet vehicle upkeep.

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Fleet Vehicle Maintenance Guide

This document outlines various vehicle maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles. It defines a fleet maintenance schedule as a timetable for checking vehicle components according to manufacturer recommendations. The schedules aim to extend vehicle lifespan, reduce costs, ensure availability, improve safety, boost fuel efficiency, and support business reputation. The schedules include monthly checks of minor components, quarterly checks of fluids and filters, biannual inspections, and annual services of major systems. Adhering to the schedules is important for fleet vehicle upkeep.

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VEHICLE

MAINTAINENCE

SERVICE SCHEDULE
PREPARED BY:
MUSSAH NYAKULEHA BAE/17/SS/014
COLLINGS KAMCHEPELA BAE/17/SS/006
SERVICE SCHEDULE
DEFINITION
A fleet maintenance or service schedule is like a timetable for a fleet
manager or the owner to check their fleet vehicle's components
according to the manufacturer recommended time or mileage.
IMPORTANCE OF FLEET SERVICE
SCHEDULE
1. Extends vehicle lifespan
2. Reduces repair cost
3. Ensures vehicle availability
4. Increased driver safety
5. Greater fuel efficiency
6. Better business reputation
TYPES OF FLEET VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
1. Monthly Fleet Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
• Every month you should check your fleet vehicle for some of these components:
Check:
• Air conditioning
• Air filters – Inspect both the engine and cabin filters. 
• Coolant (antifreeze) levels 
• Engine oil levels
• Exterior lights
• Tire pressure
• Windshield washer fluid
• Windshield wipers
• Wheels and rims
TYPES OF FLEET VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES CONT’D
2. Quarterly Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
•Here are some routine maintenance and inspection checks you should do every three
months or 3,000-5,000 miles:
Check: 
•Automatic transmission fluid and mounts, Battery , Vehicle Body
•Belts
•Glass and mirrors
•Hoses
•Power steering fluid
•Undercarriage and frame
Action:
•Perform an oil change
•Change the engine oil filter
•Lubricate the chassis
TYPES OF FLEET VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONT’D
3. Biannual Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
•Ensure you do the routine maintenance and inspection tasks listed below
every 6 months or 12,000–15,000 miles:
Check:
•Brake fluid levels and Brake system
•Electrical and auxiliary systems 
•Exhaust system
•Seat belts 
•System horn 
•Spare tires
•Shock absorbers
•Wheel bearings and Wheel alignment
TYPES OF FLEET VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONT’D
• Actions:
• Change the cabin air filters
• Change the engine air filters
• Flush the coolant
• Lubricate the door and hood hinges
• Implement tire rotation
TYPES OF FLEET VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONT’D
4. Annual Vehicle Maintenance Schedule 
• Schedule the following checklist items every year or 24,000–30,000 miles:
Check:
• Engine mounts
• Fuel filter
• Steering & suspension system
• Transmission service
Action:
• Replace the brakes
Fig. 1. Showing a Maintenance Log
REFERENCES
LOWE.D. (2010). THE TRANSPORT MANANGER'S AND
OPERATORS HANDBOOK. LONDON: KOGAN PAGE LIMITED
https://www.repairsmith.com/blog/fleet-vehicle-maintenance-
schedule/#

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