operators_manual
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- Safety
- Applies To
- Using this Manual
- Safety Alerts
- Illustrations
- General Safety Instructions
- Data Recorder
- Environmental Protection Agency
- A Special Word About Repairs
- Additional Sources of Information
- Cab Access
- How to Access the Upper Bunk
- Deckplate Access
- How to open the hood
- Seat
- What to do before starting the vehicle
- Vehicle Loading
- Visual inspection while approaching the vehicle
- Daily Checks
- Weekly Checks
- Emergency
- Roadside Assistance
- Low Air Alarm
- Stop Engine Lamp
- Low Oil Pressure Lamp
- Engine is Overheating
- How to inspect and replace a fuse
- Where are the Fuses Located?
- How to Jump Start a Battery
- How to Recover a Vehicle
- Manually Release the Parking Brake
- What is a Recovery Hitch?
- How to use a Recovery Hitch
- How to Prepare the Axles for Towing
- How to Manually Lock a Differential
- Recovery Hitch Capacities
- What are the Best Practices for Recovery Rigging?
- Returning to Service After Recovering
- What to do if the Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice
- Towing the Vehicle
- Controls
- Instrument Cluster
- How to use the Menu Control Switch
- Driver Information Display
- Odometer/Trip Odometer
- Outside Air Temperature
- Clock
- Active Warnings
- Cruise Control
- Header
- Menu Control Switch Cue
- Main Content Area
- Blank Screen
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Virtual Gauges
- Ignition Timer
- Fuel Economy
- Trip Information
- Truck Information
- Warnings and Faults
- Settings
- Guide to the Warning Symbols
- Axle, Stability Control
- Axle, Traction Control
- Brakes, Anti-Lock Brake System
- Brake, Park Brake
- Brakes, Low Air
- Brake, Service Brake
- Brakes, Trailer Anti-Lock Brake System
- Differential, Inter Axle Lock
- Dump Truck, Body Up
- Dump Truck, Gate
- Dump Truck, Trailer Body Up
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Warning Lamp
- Emissions, High Exhaust System Temperature
- Emissions, Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Engine, Check Engine
- Engine, Engine Fan
- Engine, Engine Block Heater
- Engine, Low Coolant Level
- Engine, Overspeed Air Shutdown
- Engine, Retarder (Brake)
- Engine, Stop Engine
- Engine Wait-To-Start Lamp
- Fuel Water In Fuel (WIF)
- Lights, High Beam
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Power Take-off (PTO) Pump Mode
- Power Take-off (PTO)
- Refrigerator
- Suspension Dump
- Seat Belt Fasten
- Tire Inflation (TPMS)
- Transmission, Auxiliary
- Transmission, Check
- Transmission, Oil Temperature High
- Transmission, Retarder
- Transmission, Service Transmission (Allison only)
- Turn Signal, Left
- Turn Signal, Right
- Optional Gauges
- Axle, Pusher Air Pressure
- Axle, Tag Air Pressure
- Fuel Filter Restriction
- Air Filter Restriction Indicator or Gauge
- Engine, Oil Pressure
- Engine, Oil Temperature
- Manifold Pressure Gauge
- Fuel Pressure Gauge
- Transmission Temperature Gauge
- Drive Axle Temperature Gauge (Forward and Rear)
- Suspension Load Air Pressure, #1, #2
- Tractor Brake Application Air Pressure
- Trailer Brake Application Air Pressure
- Trailer Air Tank Air Pressure
- Transfer Case Oil Temperature
- Transmission Oil Temperature, Auxiliary
- Transmission Retarder Oil Temperature
- Dash Switches
- Axle, Diff-Lock - Dual
- Axle, Diff-Lock - Forward Rear
- Axle, Diff-Lock - Steer
- Axle, Diff-Lock - Rear Rear
- Axle, Diff-Lock - Single Rear
- Axle, Inter-Axle Differential Locked (Tandem)
- Axle, Differential Lock - Tridrive
- Axle, Two Speed
- Back Up Alarm Mute
- Batteries, Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD)
- Brakes, ABS Off-Road
- Brakes, Parking Brake Valve
- Brake, Trailer Hand
- Cab Dimmer Switch
- Dump Truck Gate
- Engine, Cruise Control On/Off
- Engine, Cruise Control Set/Resume
- Engine, Fan Override
- Engine, Heater
- Engine, Remote Throttle
- Engine, Overspeed Air Shutdown (Manual)
- Engine, Overspeed Air Shutdown (Test)
- Engine, Under Hood Air Intake
- Exhaust, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration
- Fifth Wheel Slide
- Fuel Heater
- Generic Air, Accessory
- Generic, Spare SPARE
- Ignition Key Switch
- Lights, Auxiliary
- Lights, Beacon
- Lights, Daytime Running (Override)
- Lights, Dome
- Lights, Exterior Lights Self Test
- Lights, Flood
- Lights, Flood (Spare)
- Lights, Fog
- Lights, Hazard
- Lights, Headlight
- Lights, Marker/Clearance
- Lights, Marker/Clearance/Trailer
- Lights, Park Light
- Lights, Spot
- Mud and Snow Traction Control
- Pintle Hook
- Power Take-off (PTO)
- Power Take-off (PTO), Forward
- Power Take-off (PTO), Rear
- Suspension, Axle, Pusher
- Suspension, Axle, Tag
- Suspension, Dump
- Suspension, Air Retention
- Suspension, Third Axle Lift
- Trailer Air Supply
- Trailer, Axle (3rd Axle) Lift
- Trailer, Axle Lift Forward
- Trailer, Axle Lift Rear
- Trailer, Belly Dump
- Trailer, Dump Gate
- Trailer, Belly Dump Gate Center
- Trailer, Belly Dump Gate Front
- Trailer, Belly Dump Gate Rear
- Trailer, Hotline
- Trailer, Suspension Air Dump
- Transmission, Transfer Case
- Transmission, Transfer Case 2 Speed
- Winch Clutch
- Steering Column Controls
- Controls on the Right Hand of the Steering Column
- Controls on the Right Hand of the Steering Column
- Steering Wheel Controls (Optional)
- City Horn
- Door Mounted Controls
- Ignition Key Switch
- What is the Exterior Lights Self Test
- How to use the Exterior Light Self Test Switch
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Sleeper Alarm Clock
- Cab Accessories
- Sleeper Control Panel
- Driving
- Starting and Operating
- Starting and Warming Up
- Engine Operations
- Stationary Power Take Off Operation
- Engine Fan Control
- Using a Winterfront
- Engine Control Display
- What is Exhaust Aftertreatment
- Engine Brake Operation
- Engine Brake Operation for a Vehicle with Automated Transmission
- Cruise Control
- Adaptive Cruise Control (Optional)
- Predictive Cruise Control (Optional)
- Air Filter Restriction Indicator
- Transmission
- Brakes
- Axle and Suspension
- Aftertreatment System
- Driving Tips and Techniques
- What to Consider when using a Sleeper Bunk
- Stopping the Vehicle
- Maintenance
- Maintenance Schedule
- New Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
- Lubricants
- Checking Oil Level
- Inspect Power Steering Fluid
- What is the Air System?
- Air Dryer Maintenance
- Air Tanks
- How to Check for Air System Leaks
- What is an Air Compressor?
- Brake System
- Cab Maintenance
- Safety Restraint System - Inspection
- Cooling System Maintenance
- Windshield Wiper/Washer
- Electrical System
- Aftertreatment System Power Requirements
- What is Low Voltage Disconnect?
- How to Replace Headlamp Bulb
- Vehicle Light Bulb specifications
- Aiming Headlights
- Fuses, Circuit Breakers and Relays
- Altering the Electrical System
- Batteries
- Under Cab Battery Access
- In Cab Battery Access
- Cranking Battery Specification
- Removing Batteries
- Installing Batteries
- Replace Battery Box Cover
- Slow Battery Charging
- Alternator
- Remote Keyless Entry
- Engine Maintenance
- Fuel System
- Frame
- Front Axle and Suspension
- Heater and Air Conditioner Maintenance
- Noise and Emission Control
- Rear Axle and Suspension
- Steering System
- Driveline
- Tires
- Wheels
- Transmission Maintenance
- Hydraulic Clutch
- Specification Reference Charts
- Information
- Index
System Component Task I A B C D E
Drum Brakes
(All)
Slack Adjusters Check the push rod travel and check the
control arm for cracks. Adjust at reline;
see Auto Slack Adjuster on page 215.
•
Lubricate (NLGI #2 grease). •
Brake Camshaft Bearing Check for excessive camshaft play in the
axial and radial directions. Max allowable
play is 0.003 in. Lubricate (NLGI #2
grease).
•
Brake Treadle Valve Clean the area around the treadle, boot,
and mounting plate. Check the pivot and
mounting plate for integrity. Check the
plunger boot for cracks. Lubricate roller
pin, pivot pin, and plunger (NLGI #2
grease).
•
Brake Air System Check air lines and fittings for leaks; see
How to Check for Air System Leaks on
page 212. Adjust routing as required to
prevent chafing. Check tank mounting
and condition.
•
Clean or replace the inline filters. •
Brake Lining Inspect: replace as required. •
MAINTENANCE - Maintenance Schedule
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