When professional truck or trailer drivers are on deadline, there can be some serious pressure to ensure their goods arrive on time. If money is on the line, it can be tempting to ignore that funny smell or put off that annoying sound coming from your engine. However, when telltale signs of truck or trailer issues are ignored, you might be calling on us for your mobile mechanic needs. Below are some warning signs that must be brought to the attention of our professionals.
Respect your warning lights – Accidents that involve the mass of semi-truck or trailers are much more dangerous than accidents involving passenger side automobiles. When a check engine light comes on, it could be something as simple as leaving the gas cap loose, but it could also be a major issue. Either way, it's never a bad idea go give us a call for semi-truck service that can keep you and other motorists safe.
Understand the Importance of Balance – A truck or trailer that is jerking back and forth on a motorist probably has an alignment issue. There could be problems with the axles, belts or even the truck tires themselves. Whatever the issue, it could probably be avoided through preventative maintenance and regular checkups.
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Understand Smoke Signals – When a truck or trailer is smoking, it's important to pullover and call our mobile mechanic service, especially when the smoke is blue. Blue smoke means that oil is escaping from the vehicle. When oil levels are low, you can do incredible damage to your vehicle. The best thing to do is give us a call, so we can remedy the issue and prevent damage that can turn a small issue into a route halting problem.
Never Ignore Smells – If the inside of a truck or trailer smells like you are outside of your vehicle, there is a very high likelihood that carbon monoxide is leaking. In this scenario, roll your windows down and pullover. Other smells can mean a variety of things, none of which should be ignored. The best thing to do is be cautious.
