Trucking News: Volvo Trucks Increases Effort to Reduce Business Operating Costs with the Health Check Campaign

The Volvo ‘Health Check Campaign’ aims to preserve the working life of customers’ trucks

and to reduce costly downtime

Shah Alam, 8 May 2015 – In a continuous effort to be the partner of choice for transport and haulage companies in Malaysia, Volvo Trucks (Volvo) recently introduced a preventive vehicle ‘healthcare’ campaign to optimise engine efficiency and life span for peak business performance. This new campaign follows Volvo’s earlier launch of its ‘Fast Track Service’ and forms part of the company’s offer of total transportation solutions and aftermarket services.

“A truck can travel anywhere from 900 kms per day, thus as one can imagine, the condition of a truck is extremely vital in ensuring smooth and efficient transportation of goods. Much like our annual health checks to keep us informed about our health status, the same principle applies when it comes to keeping trucks in tip-top condition,” shared Mats Nilsson, Managing Director, Volvo Malaysia.

“Companies that want to safeguard uptime and reduce operating costs are advised to send their trucks for comprehensive checks on a scheduled basis so as to avoid unexpected breakdowns and minimize repair or restoration costs. Early detection of vehicular issues in a truck will prolong the life cycle of the truck, reduce environmental impacts, and goes a long way in ensuring the safety of the driver too,” added Nilsson.

The campaign which is running from 1 May to 31 July 2015 is open to all Volvo trucks whether purchased from Volvo Malaysia or reconditioned. Each health check session will take approximately 2.5 hours per truck and will cover a checklist comprising engine compression test check, engine compartment check, lubricant and fluid check, steering linkage check, brake check, suspension check, tyre check, battery check and overall body check on lights, reflectors and mirrors.

While preventive maintenance is encouraged for all trucks owners, Volvo urges truck owners with trucks over 5 years old or with mileage that exceeds 700,000km to undergo health checks to evaluate the current state and efficiency of the vehicles. The preventive checks will enable Volvo to diagnose the actual truck condition using Volvo’s specific technology tools like the VCAD PRO – an online diagnosis software which is connected to the factory in real time. This tool is able to diagnose problems in a truck and is able to generate reports of parts that are worn out and due to be changed, as well as highlight the most complex of issues.

Aside from the technological capabilities offered, Volvo has a dedicated team of skilled technicians who are ready to conduct the preventive checks. Customers can expect a detailed briefing on the test results and vehicle condition after every health check by the team of technicians.

The Swedish giant is also offering special prices* on purchase of Genuine Parts and Exchange Parts plus repair packages for customers participating in the Health Check Campaign. Participating customers will also enjoy specially priced basic and annual service packages on the spot.

The campaign offers a competitive price of RM88++ per truck (for General Check and Engine Compression Test). Customers are required to make prior booking by contacting the nearest Volvo dealership** in order to ensure efficient allocation of time and manpower.

Services of the Volvo Health Check Campaign is available from Monday to Friday, from 8.30am - 6.00pm (excluding public holidays) at selected Volvo branches nationwide and accepts all Volvo truck models and variants.

Preventive Maintenance Checklist

1. Engine Compression Test Check with VCAD PRO
2. Engine Compartment Check – drive belts, belt tensioners, radiator, hoses, pipes, intercooler, engine, power take-off, compressor, fuel piping and lines, and exhaust
3. Lubricant & Fluid Check - leakages, coolant, clutch fluid, engine oil, sealant on gearbox, transfer gearbox, power take-off, cables, propeller shafts, universal joints, slide joints, support bearings, rear axle, and hub reduction gear
4. Steering Linkage Check – steering link system and leakages
5. Brake Check – leakages, joints, brake linings, calipers, discs, cylinders, levers, and forks
6. Suspension Check – exhaust, silencer, filter, springs, u-bolts, air suspension, and bellows
7. Tyre Check – thread, puncture, uneven wear, and mud guard
8. Battery Check – dirt, leakage, attachments, fluid levels, connections, and battery box
9. Others – Air deflector, air intake, side mirrors, lightings, reflectors, warming and control lamps

* Terms and conditions apply.

** Please refer to the Volvo Health Check Campaign brochure

More information on the new Volvo Health Check Campaign can be obtained at www.volvotrucks.com.my