operators_manual
Table Of Contents
- Engine Operation
- Safety - Introduction
- Emergency - What To Do If
- Operating Instructions
- Engine Warning Lamps
- Stop Engine Lamp
- Engine, Check Engine
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Warning Lamp
- High Exhaust System Temperature (HEST) Warning Lamp
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Lamp
- Engine Wait-To-Start Lamp
- Engine Braking System
- Driving
- Normal Starting Procedure
- Cold Weather Starting
- Starting Procedure After Extended Shutdown or Oil Change
- Operating the Engine
- Engine Operating Range
- Extended Idling
- Engine Shutdown
- Electromagnetic Interference
- Operating on Level and Dry Pavement
- Operating on Grades and Dry Pavement
- Tips for Operation on Slick Roads
- Engine Maintenance
- Maintenance Requirements
- Maintenance Schedule Intervals
- Preventative Maintenance Schedule
- Engine Specifications
- Engine Lubricating Oil Recommendations and Specifications
- Engine Oil Capacities and Pressures
- Engine Lubrication and Filter Intervals
- Cooling System Maintenance
- Engine Coolant Specifications
- Extended Life Coolant
- Fuel Recommendations
- Warranty and the Use of Biodiesel Fuel
- Recommendations to Avoid Fuel Gelling
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid Recommendations and Specifications
- Maintenance Procedures
- Engine Identification
- Engine Warranty
- Index
The use of approved biodiesel fuel does
not affect the PACCAR engine warranty.
Failures caused by the use of non-
approved biodiesel fuels or other fuel
additives that are of unacceptable quality
or do not meet specified industry standards
are not considered as defects of parts or
workmanship by PACCAR and therefore
will not be covered by the PACCAR engine
warranty.
PACCAR recommends that customers
intending to use biodiesel blends become
familiar with the additional handling
considerations of these fuels such as
ageing, metal compatibility and tendency to
absorb water. Please reference the fuel
supplier’s technical information or industry
guidelines such as the American Trucking
Association Truck Maintenance Council
document RP 357.
In particular, operators should be aware
that biodiesel blends are more prone to
cold flow (gelling) and filter plugging issues
compared to conventional diesel fuel. If
vehicles are expected to be operated in
temperatures below freezing, care should
be taken to ensure that both the biodiesel
fuel used and the appropriate vehicle fuel
system accessory heaters are utilized.
Operators should also be aware that
biodiesel energy content (by volume) is
lower than diesel which can reduce fuel
economy by up to two percent.
Recommendations to
Avoid Fuel Gelling
Information to prevent fuel gelling in cold
weather.
• Use appropriate fuel grade/blend for
conditions
• Spec your vehicle with proper cold
weather equipment (12V electric pre-
heater, fuel blending valve, fuel/
coolant heater, 12V fuel line heaters
and fuel tank heaters)
PACCAR does not recommend the use of
fuel additives, however, should a customer
decide there is a need for temporary use of
a winter fuel additive, PACCAR offers the
following guidance:
• Use an industry known, high quality
product (EPA-approved)
• Check the product label to ensure it
is compatible with ultra-low sulfur
diesel fuel and aftertreatment
systems
• Only use the additive for the
minimum time needed
• Follow the additive manufacturer's
instructions exactly
Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Recommendations and
Specifications
CAUTION
It is unlawful use Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) that does not meet the specifi-
cations provided or to operate the ve-
hicle/equipment without DEF. Failure
to comply may result in equipment or
property damage.
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