Seasonal maintenance and spare parts Bosch for safe and trouble-free operation of trucks in winter

• Spare parts Bosch - quality that pays off
• Robust and vibration-resistant Bosch TE for commercial transport - comfort for drivers and guaranteed engine start-up at low temperatures
• Charger Bosch C7 for the timely recharging of batteries from the network
• Better visibility in difficult weather conditions with Bosch wiper blades and lamps for the truck.

Ice, snow and temperatures below zero have a significant impact on the operation of trucks. Wet and cold weather affects the movement of both small trucks operating in the delivery, and heavy vehicles for long haul transport. To prevent the loss of working time and profits, as well as to avoid unexpected downtime of equipment, Bosch experts of commercial vehicles recommend to conduct seasonal maintenance of trucks. Particular attention should be given to the quality of spare parts, as this factor plays a key role in the problem-free operation of the park during the cold season.

Bosch is the developer and manufacturer of many systems for commercial vehicles. Due to this, the company specialists determine the requirements to the quality of automotive components depending on the operating conditions. Drawing on a large accumulated experience of servicing commercial equipment, Bosch is continuously expanding the production of components for the reliable operation of systems.

Accumulators

In winter, the state of the battery is of decisive importance. It should provide maximum performance to cope with the daily starts of the cold engine. Thus, the control of the condition of the battery is one of the most important maintenance operations during the onset of cold weather. Verification is necessary to ensure that commercial vehicles are always in operational readiness.

Especially for difficult operating conditions, Bosch has developed a line of Bosch TE EFB batteries. The batteries of this series are characterized by increased vibration resistance, meeting the V4 standard. They are suitable for installation in the rear axle area of the truck, as well as for special technology and vehicles operating under particularly difficult conditions. In comparison with conventional batteries, TE batteries have doubled life.

When using a large number of consumers of electricity, the battery parameters are of key importance.  Especially for the comfortable work of drivers working in the field of magistral cargo transportation. The TE batteries are completely unattended and built using EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery) technology. This means that the positive battery plates are covered with a polyester film that holds the active mass and increases the life of the battery. High energy efficiency and long battery life Bosch TE EFB is an excellent example of how high quality pays off economically.

The 100% life of battery  in winter will be support by the Bosch network chargers. Trucks have a on-board network voltage 24-v. The Bosch C7 charger is designed for both 12-volt and 24-volt networks. The timely recharging of the battery from the network is especially important with frequent starts and short distance driving, when the battery does not have time to fully charge during operation.

Filters

In addition to the delay in pollution, fuel filters are able to separate water, which, when frozen, causes problems with starting the engine. This means that the fuel filters are included in the list of components that must be replaced when servicing the car in winter. The small price of the filter and its replacement is not comparable with the cost of the operations necessary for defrosting the fuel system.The same applies to cartridges designed to remove the vapor of water, oil and impurities from compressed air in a pneumatic system. If the cartridge is not replaced in a timely manner, freezing condensate can lead to valve failure. Also in the list of consumables should be made filters based on activated carbon, designed to prevent the entry into the cabin of harmful emissions, gases, fine dust and other contaminants.Thanks to the timely replacement of the salon filter, the problem of misting up the windows during rain and at low air temperatures is simultaneously solved. Experts from Bosch recommend changing the salon filter of trucks every 200 - 300 thousand km.

Light and visibility

During the rain or snowfall, the work of windshield wipers plays a crucial role in preserving the visibility and safety of traffic. The signal to replace brushes can be visible damage to the working edge, strips and stains leaving on the windshield, the appearance of noise or vibration. For windshields of trucks with a large area, Bosch recommends the use of Aerotwin frameless brushes or traditional Twin.The advantage of Aerotwin is a uniform distribution of pressure over the entire length of the working edge of the brush and the ability to adapt to the bends of the windscreen. Thanks to the innovative Power Protection Plus technology, the Aerotwin line of cleaning the glass is better than normal, lasts longer and produces less noise.Bosch Twin brushes based on a metal frame structure with double corrosion protection are particularly strong under extreme weather conditions.

Checking the car lighting system is another important component of seasonal car maintenance in the winter.  Especially for commercial vehicles, Bosch manufactures the line of Trucklight and Trucklight Maxlife halogen lamps, which are distinguished by their robust construction and high vibration resistance.Long service life of the lamps contributes to a reduction in the operating costs of the car. In addition, Bosch lighting equipment is characterized by high efficiency and low power consumption.

 Source: www.bosch-automotive.com