{"id":3378,"date":"2019-11-20T08:21:29","date_gmt":"2019-11-19T21:51:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/truckdealers.com.au\/editorial\/?p=3378"},"modified":"2019-11-20T08:22:44","modified_gmt":"2019-11-19T21:52:44","slug":"tips-and-tricks-for-driving-and-maintaining-isuzu-trucks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/truckdealers.com.au\/editorial\/tips-and-tricks-for-driving-and-maintaining-isuzu-trucks\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips and Tricks for Driving and Maintaining Isuzu Trucks"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">power steering<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">power windows<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isuzu trucks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are popular among many drivers. Here are some tricks and tips you need to know for driving and maintaining them.<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your truck in good working order is always a priority.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, regular maintenance plays a huge role in ensuring the truck and its parts last as long as possible. However, your driving style and habits have just as much influence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we look at Isuzu trucks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of Australia\u2019s leading truck manufacturers, Isuzu builds a variety of trucks for various purposes. From the D-MAX, with its <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">turbo intercooled<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> engine, through to the versatile N Series, they have something for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re going to take a slightly more general route to give you some tips and tricks for your Isuzu truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip #1 \u2013 Have the Right Licence<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you buy your truck, it\u2019s crucial that you have the right <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car licence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A regular licence will allow you to drive any Isuzu truck up to 4.5-tonne Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM). Any higher than that and you\u2019ll need a specific licence:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LR \u2013 The truck has a GVM of between 4.5 tonnes and 8 tonnes. You\u2019ll likely need this type of licence for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cab chassis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> truck.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MR \u2013 For driving rigid vehicles with a GVM above 8 tonnes and no more than two axles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR \u2013 Allows you to drive rigid vehicles above 8 tonnes with three axles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without the right <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car licence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you won\u2019t be able to buy your truck in the first place.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip #2 \u2013 Conduct Your Daily Checks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety checks are always worth performing before you head out on the road.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, you have the basics, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coolant level<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brake fluid<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engine oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filter cleanliness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please confirm<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you have the appropriate levels of each fluid before you set out. Multiple long journeys in succession can really drain these resources. You don\u2019t want to find yourself sitting on the side of the road because you didn\u2019t bother to check the oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also worth remembering that most <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isuzu trucks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">turbo diesel<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> engines. These need a little extra TLC to keep them running at top capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As long as you give the engine clean oil, fuel, and air, you shouldn\u2019t have many problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, it\u2019s always worth checking the truck\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prime mover<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you\u2019re transporting loads of several tonnes, you need to make sure it is in great condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip #3 \u2013 Drive Safely<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving a truck obviously comes with an array of challenges you don\u2019t face with a regular car. You\u2019re dealing with an elongated vehicle that\u2019s much more difficult to manoeuvre. And with some types, such as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">crane trucks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you have added weight to consider. Sudden movements with these trucks could lead to tipping. You have to be careful even when they\u2019re stationary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Otherwise, you may end up with an incident like what happened in Nanaimo, Canada:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workers brought in a crane truck to help them with some roofing work. Unfortunately, they overloaded the crane, causing the entire truck to tip over.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The crane\u2019s boom smashed through the roof of one of the buildings, causing extensive damage. Luckily, no one was injured. However, what happened is a stark reminder of how dangerous operating a crane truck can be.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you\u2019re not operating a crane truck, there are three key tips to keep in mind when driving Isuzu trucks:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even the D-MAX series is wider than your average car. You need to account for this added width on corners and bends. Swing out a little wider when taking a sharp turn.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your route beforehand. The height of your truck may cause issues with overpasses and bridges.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trucks have more blind spots than cars. It\u2019s a good idea to place tow mirrors in appropriate places, such as the pickup. These will help you to see where you\u2019re going when reversing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip #4 &#8211; Take Care of Your Tires<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A swift kick is nowhere near enough when it comes to checking your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isuzu truck\u2019s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tyres.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s crucial to check for signs of wear and tear, such as cuts in the tread and sidewall. Getting a flat tyre is dangerous enough as it is. When you\u2019re dealing with a truck weighing several tonnes, that danger gets magnified.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You also need to consider where you intend to drive in your truck. There are specific tyre types that suit on and off-road driving. Choosing one when you need the other leads to more wear and wasted money.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, there\u2019s the issue of inflation. Your owner\u2019s manual will tell you the specific levels you need to hit. If you under inflate your tyres, you expose them to additional wear while driving. You can also create a danger while transporting heavy loads. It only takes a couple of oversights for a truck\u2019s tires to go from underinflated to under capacity. In the latter case, you\u2019re risking a blowout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t feel tempted to overinflate just to avoid that problem, though. You\u2019ll still cause premature wear and tear. Plus, you\u2019ll have all sorts of problems with ride quality. And you\u2019ll place your suspension components under undue stress, causing them to wear out more quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take Care of Your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isuzu Trucks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isuzu trucks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> range in price from about $50,000 for the D-MAX series up to hundreds of thousands of dollars for larger trucks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That means it\u2019s crucial to keep the truck in good condition. Making mistakes, whether in driving or maintenance, shortens the lifespans of key components. In the worst-case scenario, these mistakes can lead to crashes that wreck the truck (and possibly your life).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With these tips, you can take better care of your truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But first, you need a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">truck dealer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can provide you with everything you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Truck Dealers Australia, we offer a wide range of trucks and components to serve your needs. Operating <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Australia-wide<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we also offer <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">truck finance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you like to find out more?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/truckdealers.com.au\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head to our website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see all the Isuzu we trucks currently listed for sale by dealers around the country. We also have a number of Isuzu dealerships on our network who would be happy to help. These include: \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/truckdealers.com.au\/truck-dealers\/south-australia\/north-east-isuzu\/\">North East Isuzu<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/truckdealers.com.au\/truck-dealers\/queensland\/brisbane-isuzu-burpengary\/\">Brisbane Isuzu Burpengary<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/truckdealers.com.au\/truck-dealers\/queensland\/gold-coast-isuzu\/\">Gold Coast Isuzu<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With their power steering and power windows, Isuzu trucks are popular among many drivers. Here are some tricks and tips you need to know for driving and maintaining them. Keeping your truck in good working order is always a priority. 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