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Premaintenance
Procedures
Maintaining the Vehicle under
Special Operating Conditions
If the vehicle is subjected to any of the conditions listed
below, maintenance should be performed twice as frequently.
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Desert operation
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Cold climate operation (below 50° F [10 degrees C])
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Trailer towing
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Driving time typically less than 5 minutes
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Frequent operation in dusty conditions
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Construction work
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After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or similar
dirty conditions, have your brakes inspected and cleaned
as soon as possible. This will prevent any abrasive
material from causing excessive wear.
•
Under frequent heavy duty operating conditions, lubricate
all grease fittings and inspect air cleaner daily to prevent
excessive wear.
Jacking the Vehicle
Whenever the engine is run for routine maintenance and/or
engine diagnostics, the rear wheels of the vehicle should be
1 inch (25 mm) off the ground with the rear axle supported
on jack stands.
DANGER
The vehicle may be unstable when using a jack. It
could slip off the jack, injuring anyone beneath it.
• Do not start the engine while the vehicle is on a
jack.
• Always remove the key from the ignition before
getting off of the vehicle.
• Block the tires when the vehicle is on a jack.
The jacking point at the front of the vehicle is on the front
of the frame behind the towing tongue (Figure 17) The
jacking point at the rear of the vehicle is under the axle tubes
(Figure 18).
1. Front jacking point
1. Rear jacking points
Accessing the Hood
1. Release the rubber straps on both sides of the hood
(Figure 19).
2. Raise the hood.
3. Lower the hood to close and use rubber retaining
straps to secure the hood.
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Figure 17
Figure 18
Figure 19
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