Freightliner Annual Service

[JRS]

Here's some info from FL on chassis maintenance which may help some

 

[Jim]

So can we revisit this thread?

My coach hasn't been driven more than about 3K miles since the last Freightliner maintenance was done. But I've heard that there is a yearly maintenance that should be preformed, regardless of how many miles it was driven.

I have looked at the Freightliner Maintenance Schedule, and it is based on 6K, 15K, 30K, etc., but what is generally done on a "yearly" maintenance?

Or do I even need to worry about it since I drove so few miles?

Oh, another questions. What is the "usual" cost of an annual maintenance?

 

[Rich W.]

I don’t do anything based on time. I guess if it sat for 3 years I’d change the engine oil but it never does. Also they state a 15k engine oil maint. interval and I do mine at 7500. Cost of annual maint would be based on whatever you have them do. I’f I were concerned about anything on the list I’d just have them do that. I usually end up at a FL dealer once a year for something anyway. I would include a complete chassis lube (draw special attention to steering column zerks) and a brake system check and maintenance (including lube s-cams) on your annual list.

The chassis maint link above didnt work for me - this one should get you there

Recreational Vehicle Chassis Maintenance Manual

dtnacontent-dtna.prd.freightliner.com

Below is the Cummins maint recommendation for ISL engines

 

[lostinfla]

We get ours done yearly at Gaffney regardless of mileage.

 

[Rich W.]

We get ours done yearly at Gaffney regardless of mileage.

Does the cost vary depending on need or is there a set list and price?

 

[lostinfla]

Does the cost vary depending on need or is there a set list and price?

It's different every year as some fluids need changing and some not on each year's list. That, and adding other parts like air cleaner or belts affects the price. Gaffney has usually been the cheapest and best service. We just finished our 8th year there with this coach and have been very happy with their service.

 

[Jim]

It's different every year as some fluids need changing and some not on each year's list. That, and adding other parts like air cleaner or belts affects the price. Gaffney has usually been the cheapest and best service. We just finished our 8th year there with this coach and have been very happy with their service.

Do you replace the belts every year? Or just if they show wear?

 

[lostinfla]

Do you replace the belts every year? Or just if they show wear?

I have them checked by the tech and let him make the call. I carry a spare set anyway.

 

[Jim]

I have them checked by the tech and let him make the call. I carry a spare set anyway.

Do you have a list of what they inspect/maintenance? And what is everyone paying for this "annual maintenance"?

 

[Jim]

Here is what NIRVC sent me. There's a lot of stuff that can be inspected/maintenanced and I'm sure a lot of it isn't necessary on a yearly basis.

 

[lostinfla]

Do you have a list of what they inspect/maintenance? And what is everyone paying for this "annual maintenance"?

That list should be in your coach manual. Here's the one from this service.

 

[Neal]

So can we revisit this thread?

My coach hasn't been driven more than about 3K miles since the last Freightliner maintenance was done. But I've heard that there is a yearly maintenance that should be preformed, regardless of how many miles it was driven.

I have looked at the Freightliner Maintenance Schedule, and it is based on 6K, 15K, 30K, etc., but what is generally done on a "yearly" maintenance?

Or do I even need to worry about it since I drove so few miles?

Oh, another questions. What is the "usual" cost of an annual maintenance?

I would reach out to FL and tell them your situation and they'll get you on schedule. Some items are time based replacements and some critical items in your coach may be expired. I'd get to them when you can and get them to get you sorted out. My guess for your coach it will be around 1500/year.

RV Factory Service Center
103 Campus Dr.
Gaffney, SC 29341
855-253-0421 *option 1

 

[Rich W.]

Another note on this - I used to keep extensive records on FL 24/7/ My Vehicle. One day I went to the site to add another maintenance record and all my records were gone - just vanished into cyber-whatever. So I went back through all my receipts, recreated the log and printed a copy for the binder in the coach. Every time it gets updated, I print another hard copy.

This is the FL 24/7 Direct page for service records (use at your maint. record’s peril):

 

[Chuggs]

I browsed some of the lists…but don’t see the crankcase breather element. Our ISL has a service schedule for that …. IIRC @ 60,000 miles. Just replaced mine.

Urea filter …but I believe that is 200,000 miles. IDK, I changed mine once to see what condition it was in.

I realize there is some confusion between the Freightliner Maintenance Manual and the Camp Freightliner 1-2-3 yr plan. Either way…I think we are serving our coaches well.

 

[JRS]

That list should be in your coach manual. Here's the one from this service.View attachment 21419

Jim, I may be somewhat out of bounds on this..... but I saw your notes about the IFS and omission on checking the hub oil? Like your's, I also have IFS but mine also has hub oil to lube the bearings (maybe your's doesn't?). My oil was actually changed last August.

 

[Neal]

Got the service today, asked on whether or not to do the oil change based on under 3K miles last year, they said yes, and I had no problems getting it done, I want it right. Great service as always at FCCC.

 

[lostinfla]

Jim, I may be somewhat out of bounds on this..... but I saw your notes about the IFS and omission on checking the hub oil? Like your's, I also have IFS but mine also has hub oil to lube the bearings (maybe your's doesn't?). My oil was actually changed last August.

Sorry, just saw this. Our coach has a sealed bearing from what I've been told.

 

[sheridany]

Got the service today, asked on whether or not to do the oil change based on under 3K miles last year, they said yes, and I had no problems getting it done, I want it right. Great service as always at FCCC.

Seriously under 3k?

Volvo Engines:
Standard oil change interval: Typically every 20,000-30,000 miles or annually, whichever comes first.

 

[Neal]

The "annual" part is what triggers this, and that's fine, as with airplanes the saying is, the cheapest thing you can put into it is the oil.

 

[sheridany]

I heard parachutes are cheaper no?