Custom Truck Services (PDI)

POST-PRODUCTION MODIFICATIONS.

HAND-BUILT ADDS CUSTOM-BUILT.

Special Services
  • Preparation for export
  • Pre-delivery inspections
  • Initial FMCSR 396 DOT inspection
Alternative Fuels
  • Fuel tank packages for CNG
  • Methane detection systems
  • Installation of complete alternative-fuel packages
Auxiliary Power Units and Heaters
  • Certified Installer of diesel-powered THERMO KING TriPac
  • Diesel heaters and domestic auxiliary HVAC for Day Cabs
  • Installation of any APU purchased at WST dealer, or customer-provided units
Body Installations
  • Dump bodies (spreaders, snow plows and side plows)
  • Scissor-lift bodies
  • Dry and refrigerated van bodies, including lift gates
  • Stake beds
  • Palletized bodies (including safety walks and steps)
  • Forestry and multi-purpose bodies
  • Water tankers
Equipment Installations
  • Microwaves, TV/DVD combos, battery/power cut-off switches, etc.
  • Chrome and stainless steel options
  • Hydraulic systems, including hydraulic-lifting fifth wheels
  • Automatic snow chains
  • Automatic engine shutdown systems
  • Engine brake controller
  • Air shield, fairing and chassis aerodynamics kits
  • Lighting (from engine compartment lights to LEDs and light bars)
  • Automatic chassis-lube systems
  • Cab guards, tool boxes, head racks, underpass seat safes, back-glass guards & bumper installs
  • Remote vehicle operation systems
  • Onboard truck scales
  • Tire-pressure monitoring systems
  • Certified Installer of EZ Trac Hydraulic AWD Systems
Bulk Hauling
  • Installation of off-loading equipment
  • Off-load pumps and blower systems
  • Power take-offs (PTOs)
  • Wet-line kit systems
Fleet Preparation
  • Customer-service inspections
  • DriveCam systems (video-based driver safety technology)
  • Ignition-lock and other security systems
  • Customer decal packages and truck numbers
  • Permit plates and placards
  • Safety cones, wheel chocks, accident and spill-containment kits
  • Customer-logo mud flaps
  • Vehicle tracking systems
  • Lane-departure systems
  • Telematic and GPS systems
  • Zone Defense (back-up camera system)

Why choose Custom Truck Services (PDI)?

  • We provide accessory installations, light and/or heavy modifications to meet your needs.
  • Standard DTNA warranty applies to workmanship with supplier pass-through warranty on parts.
  • Corporate marketing, sales and engineering departments collaborate to offer custom options, faster.
  • We offer competitive pricing compared to most third-party vendors and provide Risk of Loss coverage while the truck is at our facilities.
  • Each Western Star manufacturing plant features a Custom Truck Service Center, removing any additional transportation costs and getting your trucks back on the road faster.
  • Prior to delivery, any quality items or quality alerts that occur from plants or suppliers while the truck is in our possession or at the transporter are resolved.
  • No matter which Custom Trucks Services location you choose to customize your truck, you can rest assured that the same quality, consistency and pricing will apply.

Visit a Western Star dealer today and request a Custom Truck Services quote.

Parts Overview

EVERY PART YOU NEED.

WHEREVER THE ROAD LEADS.

YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR READILY AVAILABLE PARTS SOLUTIONS THAT KEEP THE WHEELS TURNING.

GENUINE PARTS: Superior-quality parts designed for precise fit and function in your specific application deliver unmatched performance, reliability, safety and durability

PREMIER PARTS: Your go-to source for quality aftermarket and remanufactured components from trusted OE suppliers to keep your truck moving.

VALUE PARTS: With parts and accessories for all makes and models, Alliance Parts is the smartest choice for value on the road. Readily available, easily affordable and assured in quality, Alliance has everything you need to deliver.

Western Star has one of the most advanced parts distribution networks in North America. Our Parts Distribution Centers use the latest high-tech systems to offer unparalleled parts availabilty — with an inventory of more than 110,000 unique part numbers available to our dealers.

Our PDC network also boasts a national parts order fill rate consistently over 97%, with parts availability ranked number one by parts managers year after year. All these resources working together mean one important thing to you: the parts will be there when you need them.

Locate the Western Star dealer nearest you.

Alliance Truck

Better parts.

Good prices.

Alliance Truck Parts serves the commercial transportation industry with reliable, new and remanufactured all-makes parts and accessories to keep medium- and heavy-duty trucks on the road.

Alliance Truck Parts has over 30 product lines of accessories and parts for maintenance and repairs. Available at more than 800 locations in North America, including your favorite Western Star dealer, each part meets or exceeds original equipment supplier (OES) specification, and is backed by a one-year/unlimited-mile warranty. You'll never have to trade quality for value.

More products are being added to the Alliance Truck Parts product line all the time. Visit your nearest Western Star dealer or check out alliancetruckparts.com for more detailed product information and special offers.

Visit your Western Star dealer today!

Service Overview

WE DON'T JUST BUILD IT.

KEEPING YOUR TRUCK ON THE JOB IS OUR JOB TOO.

Years ago, one North American company made a commitment to its customers to be more than just a builder of trucks. And Western Star delivered on that promise. That's why today, no matter where you go in our network of dealers, you'll get the outstanding maintenance and repairs you need to get back on the job.

Known for service. Trusted for quality.

We know that every minute your truck spends waiting for service costs you more than just time. It costs you money. Our dealers use state-of-the-art technology, hire the industry's best technicians and work together to give you the best service. When you visit a Western Star dealer, your repairs will be done right and done quickly using high-quality, brand name parts.

Our service isn't just fast, it's comprehensive.

Our dealers give you more than fast service; you get complete service. This includes critical attention to warranty repairs and offering convenient Customer Protection Plans. And with nearly 230 dealers across North America, there's a service center near you that can make the repairs you need quickly.

Working with Western Star means you'll also have access to roadside assistance and technical information. So even when you can't get to us, we'll find a way to come to you and get you rolling again.

We offer 24-hour service and answers to parts and repair questions from our Customer Assistance Center. Whenever it isn't convenient to visit a dealer, one call to the CAC will get you on your way to a solution. That's Total Customer Support, from Western Star.

Uptime Management Suite

FIX IT FAST, FIX IT RIGHT AND TELL YOU MORE.

Uptime Management Suite offers a bundle of service technology that helps improve the accuracy of repair needs, provides real-time tracking of vehicle repair status and minimizes downtime to get your truck back on the road.

EXPRESS WRITEUP: With the help of a mobile app, Express WriteUp provides a better way to create repair orders and estimates because they are performed at the vehicle to speed decision making. Express WriteUp also provides a better customer experience to help improve efficiency and convenience.

SERVICE TRACKER: Service Tracker is a web-based application for fleet customers that is used for streamlining communications with our service network and real-time tracking of their vehicles as they progress through the service experience – from estimate ready to vehicle ready. Service Tracker reduces wait time for approving estimates and provides customized repair status notifications.

UPTIME PRO: Uptime Pro is a state-of-the-art management software that helps service at a dealer location run at peak efficiency with transparency and coordination that keeps everyone in the loop and provides visibility into progress, status and needs.

UPTIME PERFORMANCE: Uptime Performance enables dealers to understand the customer’s view of their efficiency. Each of our Elite Support certified dealerships employs Continuous Improvement Coordinators (CIC) whose main job is to measure their performance and keep improving the customer experience. The reporting provided shows the CIC.

  • Performance on repairs to focus on improving fast and accurate repairs
  • Identifies Best in Class dealers to enable best practice sharing between locations
  • Historical volumes to be better prepared for seasonal changes in work load
Elite Support

Elite Support

Elite SupportSM Certified dealers deliver unmatched customer service and efficiency every time a truck comes in for maintenance or repair.

Express Assessment

Express Assessment is the commitment to provide a preliminary diagnosis and communication to the customer within 2 hours of arrival. All Elite Support Certified locations participate in Express Assessment.

Best-Trained Technicians

Maximizing Uptime

The ultimate goal of the Elite SupportSM Network is maximizing vehicle uptime. Every Elite Support dealership must be re-certified annually to ensure you experience a consistent, higher standard with every visit across our network.

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Best-Trained Technicians

Best-Trained Technicians

Our technicians receive continual training from the experts at Freightliner and Western Star. We focus on a solid understanding of all vehicle systems and have access to the latest tools to expedite repairs.

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Continuous Improvement

Continuous Improvement

Every dealership earning the Elite Support certification must meet 135 specific criteria across 22 customer service areas. To maintain these high standards, dealerships employ a Continuous Improvement Coordinator.

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Robust Parts Availability

Robust Parts Availability

Through the combined experience of our network and close collaboration with our service team, we understand what parts we need on-hand to get you back on the road quickly. Our data-driven stocking program ensures that the parts you need are never far away.

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Exceptional Amenities

Exceptional Amenities

We know that when we service your vehicle, we're servicing your business. Elite Support Certified dealers believe in providing quality repairs and timely communication from a friendly and familiar team. Our facilities are designed to minimize downtime and provide a comfortable environment for drivers as we work to get your truck back on the road.

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  • Maximizing Uptime
    The ultimate goal of the Elite SupportSM
    Network is maximizing vehicle uptime.
    Every Elite Support dealership must be
    recertified annually to ensure you
    experience a consistent, higher standard
    with every visit across our network.
  • Best-Trained
    Technicians
    Our technicians receive continual training
    from the experts at Freightliner and
    Western Star. We focus on a solid
    understanding of all vehicle systems
    and have access to the latest tools
    to expedite repairs.
  • Continuous
    Improvement
    Every dealership earning the Elite Support
    certification must meet 135 specific
    criteria across 22 customer service areas.
    To maintain these high standards,
    dealerships employ a Continuous
    Improvement Coordinator.
  • Robust Parts
    Availability
    Through the combined experience of our
    network and close collaboration with our
    service team, we understand what parts
    we need on-hand to get you back on
    the road quickly. Our data-driven stocking
    program ensures that the parts you need
    are never far away.
  • Exceptional
    Amenities
    We know that when we service your
    vehicle, we're servicing your business.
    Elite Support Certified dealers believe
    in providing quality repairs and timely
    communication from a friendly and
    familiar team. Our facilities are designed
    to minimize downtime and provide a
    comfortable environment for drivers
    as we work to get your truck back
    on the road.
Servicepoint

up and running whenever you need us.

Petro Shopping Centers

A parked truck in need of service is a drain on your business in two ways: downtime and repair cost. That's why no matter where or when, you can rely on Western Star's national ServicePoint network to get your rig back up and running stat.

In conjunction with Petro:Lube, our 24-hour express service and light-duty repair center offers:

  • Express service and minor repair work including repairs under warranty*
  • PM, brakes, electrical, heating and A/C, D.O.T. inspections, and trailer maintenance and repair
  • Petro:Lube locations listed in Western Star's 24-hour customer assistance center database
  • Western Star truck parts in stock
  • 24-hour service locations

* Vehicle warranty repair service is not available at ServicePoint locations in Texas.

Western Star ServicePoint also provides a host of factory-authorized preventive maintenance, warranty and light repair services including:

  • Air Compressor
  • Air Conditioning & Heating
  • Alternators & Starters
  • Batteries
  • Brakes
  • Cab
  • Driveline Services
  • Electrical Instruments & Controls
  • Engine Cooling & Radiators
  • Wheels & Tires
  • Exhaust
  • Front Axles
  • Fuel Systems
  • Rear Axles
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Throttle Control
  • Transmission
  • Windshield Wipers & Washer

Find your nearest Western Star ServicePoint location today.

Online Tools

Detailed Technical Info.

Right at your fingertips.

Driver's & Maintenance Manuals

This resource is open 24/7, whenever you need information about your Western Star vehicles.
These manuals are available for viewing in English, French, and Spanish.

Title English French Spanish
Western Star Driver's Manual View View View
4700 / 5700 Driver's Manual View View
4900 / 6900 Driver's Manual View
Maintenance Manual View View View
5700 Driver's Manual View View View
WARRANTY

OUR SIMPLE GOAL.

TOTAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT.

Parts Warranty

Western Star Trucks provides limited warranty protection for aftermarket parts sold directly through Western Star dealers. Coverage is for defective material and/or workmanship for 12 months. For explanations of warranty coverage, contact your local Western Star dealer.

Vehicle Warranty

Western Star Trucks provides strong warranty protection for all its vehicles, backed by exceptional customer service. We believe that anyone who purchases a new vehicle is entitled to warranted protection, as well as peace of mind that any questions will be answered promptly and satisfactorily.

With every new Western Star vehicle we provide a limited warranty which covers defects in material and/or workmanship which will be repaired free of charge within the warranty period. For warranty claims or for a detailed explanation of warranty coverage, please contact your local dealer. For emergency issues, contact the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-385-HELP, 24-hours a day/7 days a week.

Recalls

Questions concerning Recall Campaigns on any of our products? Please call the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-385-HELP.

Western Star Extended Detroit Engine Coverage

Extended service coverage from Western Star helps protect your most important business asset: your bottom line. With your choice of options, extended coverage helps you control up-front costs and manage unexpected repairs occurrences at today's pricing. After reviewing the Base Warranty Coverage on your truck purchase, strongly consider one of the Extended Warranties that fit your needs and application for protection on engine systems and components.

Multiple time and distance's available up to six years or 600K miles for on highway, or seven years or 250K miles for vocational applications. Whether you need engine service tomorrow or major repairs in three years, extended coverage for your truck's engine helps protect your most important investment.

Western Star Extended coverage for your Detroit component is also available for the DT12 transmission, Detroit axles and used Detroit engines.

Western Star Extended Chassis Coverage

Throughout every year of truck ownership, operational and repair costs can be expected to increase significantly. Extended service coverage for your Western Star truck chassis helps mitigate the risk of unplanned expenditures for related components. Repair and labor costs are controlled when you're covered, a substantial benefit unavailable outside the network.

After your Base Warranty ends, you will be able to count on Western Star Extended Service Coverage to control your out of pocket repair costs making your business expenses more predictable.

For more details about how extended coverage can benefit you, please contact your Western Star dealer.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER

JUST WANT TO CALL?

DIAL 1-866-850-7827.

We work wherever and whenever you do.

Whether it's lunch time in New York City or 2:00 am in the middle of nowhere, there's always one way to get in touch with a truck expert. Our Customer Assistance Center (CAC) was developed to make sure that you have access to our state-of-the-art services no matter when or where you need them.

Our dedicated representatives have an average of 20 years of experience in the trucking industry. Aside from our dealers, the CAC is the best place to call for someone who can help solve your problem.

Getting answers just got easier.

Our CAC uses the power of our dealer network to solve problems quickly and get drivers on their way, 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week. Using the latest communications technology, our Customer Support Representatives are able to answer questions or arrange roadside assistance or towing service most anywhere on the road. We'll put you in contact with the closest Western Star dealer and get you back in action. If there isn't a dealer nearby, your CAC representative will find an independent dealer close to you that can help.

And if your company is a member of one of our fleet programs, we can offer you "Extended Breakdown" support and payment options, making it even easier to get your vehicle rolling no matter where you are.

In this business, saving time means saving money.

With our Customer Assistance Center, we work to provide what we call Total Customer Support, the new service standard for the industry. When a breakdown or service problem occurs, we're able to bring the full resources of our network to the rescue right away. With dealers all over the country, 24-hour assistance and extended dealer hours, Western Star has the resources to get you moving again, quickly and profitably. Because we know that in the trucking industry, time really is money.

To contact the Customer Assistance Center, please call 1-866-850-STAR (1-866-850-7827).

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