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INTRODUCTION
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
1. Key Switch / Headlight Switch
Located on the dash panel, this switch enables the basic electrical system of the vehicle to be turned on and off by turn-
ing the key. To prevent inadvertent operation of the vehicle when left unattended, the key should be turned to the 'OFF'
position and removed from key switch.
If vehicle is equipped with lights, the key switch has a light operation position which is indicated by the light icon.
2. Low Oil Pressure Indicator Light
A low oil pressure indicator light is located on the dash panel. The light illuminates when the oil pressure is low. If light
illuminates, check oil level. If oil level is between ADD and FULL mark on dipstick, a mechanical problem exists within the
engine and the vehicle must not be driven. Contact a local distributor or authorized branch.
3. Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge (if equipped) is located on the dash panel (electric) or directly on the fuel tank (mechanical).
4. Direction Selector
To reduce the possibility of component damage, the vehicle must be completely stopped before moving the
Located on the seat support panel, this lever permits the selection of either 'F' (forward) or 'R' (reverse). Vehicle should
be left in 'F' when unattended.
5. Accelerator Pedal
Unintentional movement of the accelerator pedal will release the park brake and may cause the
vehicle to move which could result in severe injury or death.
With the key switch 'ON', depressing the accelerator pedal starts the engine. When the pedal is released, the engine will
stop. To stop the vehicle more quickly, depress the service brake.
If key switch is 'ON' and park brake is set, depressing the accelerator inadvertently will release the park brake and will
cause the vehicle to move which could cause severe injury or death.
Depressing the accelerator pedal will release the park brake if it is engaged. This is a feature to assure the vehicle is not
driven with the park brake engaged. Depressing the accelerator pedal is not the preferred method of releasing the park
brake.
Depressing the lower section of the brake pedal is the preferred method of releasing the park brake to assure the
6. Brake and Park Brake
The brake pedal incorporates a park brake feature. To engage, push down on the upper section of the pedal until it locks
in place. The park brake will release when the service brake pedal is depressed. Use the lower section of the brake pedal
to operate the service brake system.
7. Horn
The horn is operated by pushing the horn button located on the floor to the left of the brake pedal.
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direction selector.
longest service life of brake components.
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