OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Introduction
Model 330 PB1318 3/01 – 1 –
INTRODUCTION
How to Use This Manual
This Operator’s Manual contains useful information for the
safe and efficient operation of your Model 330, Medium–duty
vehicle. It also provides information on maintaining your vehi-
cle in the best condition, with an outline for performing safety
checks and basic preventive maintenance inspections.
We have tried to present the information you'll need to learn
about your vehicle's functions, controls, and operation as
clearly as possible. We hope you'll find this manual easy to
use. There will be times when you need to take this manual
out of your Peterbilt vehicle. When you do, please be sure to
return it to the cab when you are finished using it. That way it
will be there when you need it the next time or when you pass
the vehicle on to the next user.
Your Model 330 may not have all the features or options men-
tioned in this manual. Therefore, you should pay careful
attention to the instructions that pertain to just your vehicle. In
addition, if your vehicle is equipped with special equipment or
options not discussed in this manual, consult your dealer or
the manufacturer of the equipment.
All information contained in this manual is based on the latest
production information available at the time of publication.
Peterbilt Motors Company reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice.
Safety Signals
A number of alerting messages are in this manual. Please
read and follow them. They are there for your protection and
information. These messages can help you avoid injury to
yourself and your passengers, and can help prevent costly
damage to the vehicle.
Key symbols and “signal words” are used to indicate what
kind of message is going to follow. Pay special attention to
instructions prefaced by symbols and the signal words
“WARNING”, “CAUTION”, and “NOTE”. Please do not ignore
any of these alerts.