• The Electronic Code of Federal Regulations( e-CFR), lay down the procedures for bus maintenance and servicing. The e-CFR code, section § 396.3, deals with Inspection, repair and maintenance of busses and has laid down procedures to be followed. For example, a full-service record must be kept for one year indicating the date of the last service and a record of the test performed after service, including such items as test performed on emergency doors and windows. Specific lubrication must be used and all movable parts lubricated with the correct oil and grease. The vehicle shall be free of any oil leaks and care must be taken to affix a sticker stating ' out-of-service ' which shall only be removed by the responsible official after due inspection of the vehicle. Without exception, the following equipment shall be checked after any service to the bus or busses: Parking brake, steering mechanism, tires, horn, windshield wipers, lighting devices lamps etc., rear vision mirrors, wheels and trim and all emergency equipment. Furthermore, the qualifications of the inspector for all braking apparatus shall be in compliance with section 25 of the same regulations.
• Maintaining Busses often calls for new parts required for servicing. These parts / spares must pass the FMCSA as bus all maintenance has to be carried out with public safety in mind. To do this effectively not just anybody or any company can service busses and there are rules governing inspection, repair and maintenance laid down by the Federal Transit Administration. A company such as Mobile Truck Services, Bus repair division, can carry out repairs with their DOT registration, DOT3090107. They are especially equipped to deal with emergencies and with the breakdown of public transport, towing etc. in the Myrtle Beach area. They also operate in Conway, Murrels Inlet and other areas in South Carolina.