Proper maintenance & repair always helps to enhance the performance and extend the longevity of the car trailer. There are several ways to maintain a large commercial vehicle like trailers. In this blog, we are going to discuss different types of maintenance processes of car trailers.
Regular maintenance
Before you tow your car trailer regular maintenance is extremely important. It helps to detect minor problems & to avoid sudden trailer crashes while driving. Daily check up also boosts the performance of a car trailer. Regular maintenance includes
- Tire pressure checking
- Braking system & suspension inspection
- Trailer lights & indicator checking
Monthly maintenance
Reputable trailer manufacturers in Texas provide monthly maintenance tips to their customers. They suggest inspecting & servicing the car trailer once per month.
- Lubrication: Lubrication should be included in the monthly maintenance checklist to boost its performance.Lubricate door & gate hinges if the car trailer is equipped.
Maintenance in 6 months
Maintenance should be done in 6 months. Inspect & repair the following areas of your car trailer.
- Electric brakes: Check the wear & tear & faults in brakes.
- Electric brakes (controller in tow vehicle): Inspect power output or amperage & modulation.
- Tires: Check tread & sidewalls thoroughly. Replacement is necessary if tires are worn out and the sidewall is damaged.
- Brakes: Inspect the braking operation
- Surge brakes: Inspect the operation and condition of the master cylinder.
- Brake shoes & brake drums: Adjust the shoes & drums thoroughly.
- Safety chains & hooks: Inspection for damage or wear.
- Coupler & hitch ball: Inspect for pits, cracks, and flats.
- Replacement is necessary if the coupler hitch & balls are damaged.
- Wheel bearings: Inspect for worn-out, loose, or damaged wheel bearings. Lubricate the wheel bearings if required.
Annual maintenance
Annual maintenance is necessary for any large commercial vehicle like trailers. You have to check the following areas every year. They include:
- Brake shoes and drums: Inspect for wear & scoring. Replace the broken parts if necessary.
- Jack & drop-Leg: Check the jack & drop leg thoroughly.
- Frame & chassis: Check frame, chassis, rivels& bolts. Replacement & repair services are necessary for damaged, worn out, or broken parts.
- Structure welds: Inspect and replace all welds as required.
- Wheel Bearings: Check, repair and replace the wheel bearings. Replace immediately if immersed in water.
- Wheel rims: Inspection for cracks & dents. Replacement is required.
- Axle attachment bolts: Consult dealer for inspection.
- Brake wiring: Inspect the brake wiring. Replacement is necessary for damaged parts.
Maintaining the car trailer components is extremely necessary. The overall performance of the vehicle is extended by an appropriate maintenance process.
