Group 177 Tools Preventive Maintenance Inspection Bay Location Preventive Maintenance is logically carried out at the same time as lubrication of the vehicle. It is then natural to use a bay with a grease pit to be assigned and equipped for Preventive Maintenance. If a pit is not avail- able, a regular workshop bay can be used, with jacks added to the necessary equipment. Equipment Inspection bay equipment should be specifically as- signed to that bay and not be shared with the rest of the shop. The floor equipment should have floor space for storage in between using them and tools should be hung on boards or stored in a cabinet for easy overview and access.
The bay needs to be well lit so inspection can be done without having to use a flashlight (unless inspecting in the frame). Install mirrors in four corners of the bay so one person can do a lighting function check without having to leave the cab or rely on a spotter. Mirrors do not need to be larger than truck door mirrors. Any type of equipment that allows inspection by one person instead of having to use a helper, makes inspection easier and faster. 21