Coolant Deep Maintenance
Replace with bulldozer-specific long-life antifreeze (freezing point ≤-35°C), maintain level at MAX mark. Clean radiator fins to remove blockages, boosting heat dissipation by 20%.
Fuel System Cooling Management
Inspect bulldozer fuel pump for leaks to prevent vapor lock. Diesel must settle for 48+ hours before refueling to avoid high-temperature oil circuit failures.
Oil Viscosity Adaptation
Switch to 46# anti-wear hydraulic oil in summer. Stop bulldozer operation immediately if hydraulic oil temp exceeds 80°C to prevent oil carbonization.
Filter Frequent Replacement
Shorten bulldozer return filter replacement cycle to 250h (vs. regular 350h) to eliminate impurity-caused component wear.
Dynamic Tire Pressure Adjustment
Reduce bulldozer tire pressure to 92%-95% of standard (e.g., 0.35MPa→0.32MPa) during midday heat. Remove stones from treads to prevent thermal expansion cracks.
Track Tension Regulation
Maintain bulldozer track sag at 30-50mm. Over-tensioning accelerates high-temp wear on the undercarriage.
Wiring Harness Insulation Check
Inspect bulldozer engine compartment wiring; replace cracked sheaths and wrap with high-temp bellows to prevent short circuits.
Battery Overcharge Prevention
Adjust bulldozer generator voltage to 28±0.5V to avoid electrolyte evaporation, extending battery life.
Grease Fitting Deep Cleaning
Flush bulldozer grease fittings with diesel first, then inject high-temp lithium grease (drop point ≥260°C) until old grease expels for optimal lubrication.
Joint Bearing Focus Maintenance
Relubricate bulldozer boom/blade joints daily before operation to prevent dry friction heating and component jamming.
Work Period Optimization
Avoid bulldozer operation during 11:00-15:00 peak heat. Adopt "work around the heat" shifts to reduce engine load.
Parking Environment Requirements
Park bulldozer in shaded areas; cover radiator with dust screen to prevent debris accumulation and maintain cooling efficiency.
Summary: Summer bulldozer maintenance centers on "heat dissipation + oil care + anti-aging". Perform full-system temperature checks every 500h (normal: water temp ≤95°C, hydraulic oil ≤85°C) to cut high-temp failure risks by 60%.