SAFETY - WHY THIS HANDBOOK IS SO IMPORTANT! Warnings features, continued safe and reliable operation depends greatly upon regular WHY THIS HANDBOOK IS vehicle maintenance. Follow the SO IMPORTANT! maintenance recommendations found in Preventive Maintenance. This will help preserve your investment The safety message following this symbol This handbook contains the information Important: Make sure this handbook is in...
SAFETY - Warnings and Safety Regulations The safety message following this symbol Example: Modifications to the Vehicle and signal word provides a caution against operating procedures which could cause Modifying your vehicle can make it unsafe. NOTE equipment or property damage. The alert Some modifications can affect your will identify the hazard, how to avoid it, and vehicle's electrical system, stability, or...
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SAFETY - Warnings and Safety Regulations Environmental Protection A Special Word About Repairs work (CAN), or their associated wiring is not permitted. Doing so can ad- versely affect vehicle performance WARNING WARNING and/or cause fault codes to be record- ed. The OBD connector is provided for CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 DO NOT attempt repair work without temporary connection of service tools...
SAFETY - Emergency Equipment Maintenance Manuals Cooling System Filler Cap • Fire extinguisher • Vehicle recovery hitches. (See If you do decide to do any complex repair Towing on page 25 for details). work, you’ll need the maintenance WARNING manuals. Order them from your authorized dealer.
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SAFETY - Emergency Equipment Oils and Lubricants CAUTION Various kinds of oil and other lubricants WARNING used on the vehicle may constitute a health Chains on the tires of only one tandem hazard if they come into contact with the axle can damage the driveline U-joints Do not carry loose objects in your cab, skin.
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SAFETY - Emergency Equipment Maintenance Activities tioning system to explode. Never weld, result in personal injury, death, equip- solder, steam clean, or use a blow ment or property damage. When carrying out maintenance work torch near any part of the air condition- under the cab, make sure the cab is fully ing system.
SAFETY - Technical Items of Special Importance notice anything unusual, such as strange indicates a leak. Since this affects the engine or transmission noises, smoke, or safety of the brake system, the leak must Technical Items of Special poor performance. Do not let the engine be traced and repaired as quickly as Importance idle for longer than necessary.
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SAFETY - Technical Items of Special Importance • Battery terminals should not be tive to negative (- to -). If connected coated with improper grease. Use WARNING improperly, batteries could explode. petroleum jelly or commercially Failure to comply may result in person- available, noncorrosive, Before attempting any work on the bat- al injury, death, equipment or property...
SAFETY - Jump Starting Vehicles components have used so much power using energy from a good battery in painted surfaces. Failure to comply that there is not enough to start the engine. another vehicle. This is termed jump may result in death, personal injury, starting.
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SAFETY - Jump Starting Vehicles 2. Select a jumper cable that is long 11. Attach the other end of the negative enough to attach to both vehicles in a cable to a bare metal part not bolted to CAUTION way that ensures neither vehicle the engine block.
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SAFETY - Jump Starting Vehicles Disconnect Switch ing battery power sooner can result in WARNING damage to vehicle DEF. When disconnecting jumper cables, make sure they do not get caught in any moving parts in the engine com- partment. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.
EMERGENCY Chapter 2 | EMERGENCY Tilting the Cab ........................... 18 Replacing the Poly-V Belt ......................... 19 Replacing the Fuel Line Filter ......................20 Draining the Water Separator ......................21 Releasing the Parking Brake ......................21 Jacking Up the Front Axle ......................... 22 Jacking Up the Rear Axle ........................
EMERGENCY - Tilting the Cab sure there are no people immediately WARNING in front of the cab. Tilting the Cab You can stop tilting the cab forward at WARNING General any time by turning the valve to posi- tion ⇓. Never work under the cab if the cab has not been tilted fully forward.
EMERGENCY - Replacing the Poly-V Belt Tilting Back Turn the lever to position ⇓. • • Tilt the cab back by operating the pump with the jack rod. The last part of tilting-back is effected by the cab's own weight. When the catch engages, the cab is automatically locked.
EMERGENCY - Replacing the Fuel Line Filter 7. Fit a new poly-V belt between the fan Removing the Fuel Filter Any direct or indirect physical contact and wind tunnel collar. Place the poly- should therefore be avoided. V belt over as many pulleys as possible.
EMERGENCY - Draining the Water Separator Fitting the Fuel Filter Releasing the Parking Brake 1. Lightly lubricate the sealing ring (see arrow in illustration) with clean engine oil (not diesel fuel). 2. Fit the filter unfilled until the sealing WARNING ring abuts and manually rotate it a ½...
EMERGENCY - Jacking Up the Front Axle by turning the bolts clockwise as far as possible and tightening them to a Jacking Up the Rear Axle torque of 70 Nm (51.6 lb-ft). When jacking up the rear axle, the jack Jacking Up the Front Axle should always be positioned under the jacking point at the bottom of the spring...
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EMERGENCY - Changing the Wheel Removing the Wheel WARNING WARNING 1. Chock the wheels to prevent the The ABS system cannot cope with too When removing a wheel with a vehicle moving off. great a difference in tire diameter and cracked or damaged wheel rim, al- 2.
EMERGENCY - Tire Inflating Connection 5. Clean the wheel nuts and then apply a condition. However, tightening drop of oil between the thrust washer wheel studs in extreme cold and the nut. should be avoided. 8. Check the tire pressure. 9.
EMERGENCY - Towing 3. Pump up the tire. Inflate the tires while Always use a towing bar when towing. Being Towed by Another Vehicle the engine is running and with Departure from this rule is only allowed in maximum pressure in the air emergencies.
EMERGENCY - Replacing Bulbs • Turn the ignition key so that the vehicle that lifts the vehicle to be towed 1. Tilt the cab forwards. steering wheel is released (unless under its front axle. 2. Detach the rubber cover (2) from the the vehicle is in a hoist, see rear of the headlamp unit.
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EMERGENCY - Replacing Bulbs 3. Unscrew the bulb holder anti- clockwise out of the stepwell lighting Direction Indicator Direction Indicators housing. 4. Pull the bulb carefully out of the bulb holder. 1. Tilt the cab forwards. 1. Detach the plug on the inside bumper end cap/step molding.
EMERGENCY - Fuses The fuses are behind a cover in the E006 Fuse, driver's side main beam dashboard on the co-driver's side. Fuses E013 Fuse, stop lights Attached to the inside of the cover is a sticker with an overview of the fuses. For E016 Fuse, reversing lights and replacing fuses there is a special fuse...
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EMERGENCY - Fuses E052 Fuse, body light E190 Fuse, ABS-E / ASR E390 Fuse, body builder module E053 Fuse, diagnostic connector/ E198 Fuse, door lock E409 Fuse, dosing module ECAS E277 Fuse, VIC E434 Fuse, Nox unit E058 (unused) E279 (unused) E062 Fuse, ECAS remote...
CONTROLS - Entering and Leaving the Vehicle least three points of contact between advertently opening and occupants Entering and Leaving the your hands and feet and the truck. from being ejected from the vehicle. Look where you are going. Vehicle Opening the Door The picture shows the best way to enter Pull the handle to open the door from the...
CONTROLS - Electrically Operated Windows Standard Version All models have Flat glass mirror. Heated Mirrors Both doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside using the key. Electrical Mirror Adjustment With the switch for mirror/windscreen Electrically Operated heating, the exterior mirrors (excluding curb mirror) and the windscreen heating, if Windows fitted, can be heated.
CONTROLS - Windshield Wiper Blades on the driver's side can also serve as a side window shade. Windshield Wiper Blades Roof Console Stepwell Lighting To prevent damage to the wiper blades WARNING during operation in winter conditions, always check that the blades are not In both doors, a lamp is fitted at the bottom frozen to the windshield.
CONTROLS - Dashboard 5. Warning indicators Position 1: Parking lights on. 6. Master display 7. Warning indicators 8. Air pressure gauge 9. Tachometer 10. Speedometer display Position 2: Headlights, parking lights on. 11. Clock, outside temperature and trip odometer display 12.
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CONTROLS - Dashboard 2. Instrument panel 3. Speedometer Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge This vehicle’s speedometer is equipped with double scale divisions. Either major divisions in mph and minor divisions in kph or major divisions in kph and minor divisions in mph. km/h rpm x 100 4.
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CONTROLS - Dashboard emission supplemental manual for more one of the circuits drops below 65 psi details about DEF fluid. (448.15 kPa), an audible alarm is generated and the warning symbol "Air system pressure too low" will illuminate in the master display. When the pressure is 10.
CONTROLS - Control Panel 14. N/A 1. Instrument lighting dimmer simultaneously. The hazard warning lights are switched off by depressing the switch 2. PTO switch again. The warning light in the switch 15. Dimmed instrument lighting 3. Hazard lights indicated that the hazard warning is 4.
CONTROLS - Control Panel of Heating/Ventilation System 1. Air Distribution Use of the Air Conditioning Air Distribution Selector Switch 1. When the air conditioning is in use, page 42 the windows must remain closed. 2. Temperature Control 2. To reduce the temperature quickly, first use maximum air speed.
CONTROLS - Fan Speed Selector Switch Cooling NOTE NOTE 1. Switch the air conditioning on. The air conditioning system is switch- If the air conditioning system fails to ed off when the engine coolant tem- work properly, it must be repaired by 2.
CONTROLS - Temperature Adjustment conditioning, quickly heat the cab, de-frost the windows with the heater and keep out Temperature Adjustment Air Distribution Selector undesirable odors. Switch NOTE You are advised to switch on the re- circulation without air conditioning for short periods only to prevent the air quality inside the cab from degrading and moisture from increasing.
CONTROLS - Center Console If the lights are off, or if the switch has not been pushed through the "click" position, it Left-Hand Steering can be used to give signals. Column Switch • Defrost C. Direction Indicator, Right Position C: Right turn signal: on the instrument panel, the right direction indicator will flash and there will also be an audible signal.
CONTROLS - Seats • The seat and its component parts • Position switch down: must be checked for wear from maximum damping ("hard" Seats time to time. comfort) • The seat may only be repaired by Important Points trained personnel. NOTE The shock absorber must always Driver's Seat...
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CONTROLS - Seats endures heavy use in heavy-duty vehicles, during the vehicle lifetime. This is latch plate, retractor hardware or any other much more than seat belt systems in much greater than a typical obvious problem should be replaced passenger cars. All users should be aware passenger car, which frequently immediately, regardless of mileage.
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CONTROLS - Seats 3. Check the Comfort Clip for cracks or the web may have deteriorated due to possible damage and check for proper exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. WARNING operation. Replace the system. 4. Check buckle and latch for proper Seat Belt Inspection Points Replace the entire belt system (retrac- operation and to determine if latch...
CONTROLS - Master Display the seat belt out of the retracting unit after questions concerning seat belt re- locking. WARNING placement. The locking mechanism should be Wearing Seat Belts Failure to adjust tether belts properly immediately replaced and/or repaired if it is can cause excessive movement of the defective.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Layout of Master Display These messages show information about the driver performance. Start-Up Phase If the ignition has been switched on and the engine is not yet running, the start –up screen is shown in the master display. 1.
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CONTROLS - Master Display If there are red as well as yellow pop-ups, The Warning always reappears after re- a red hazard warning triangle is displayed turning to the main screen. in the top right-hand corner of the master display. A continuous acoustic signal accompa- nies a red warning.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Turn the MCS to browse through the options in sub menu 1. NOTE NOTE By pressing the MCS, the option is entered. Depending on the selected option, The vehicle is equipped with a park With the ignition key in the accessory either sub menu 2 or the information and brake warning system.
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CONTROLS - Master Display selected, after which sub-menu 1 will appear, if present. If there is no sub-menu appear, if present. If there is no sub-menu 2, the menu function will be switched off. 1, the menu function will be turned off. Menu Overview By turning the menu selector switch, sub- By turning the menu selector switch you...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Main menu NEW Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Information & settings Air supply Vehicle information Actual air pressure circuit 1 Actual air pressure circuit 2 Soot filter information Soot filter Actual soot level DPF filter Status DPF switch Duration indication of regeneration process Safety instructions...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Main menu NEW Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Information & settings Economic driving Eco performance Driving support Total Anticipation Efficient war Average fuel Fuel consumption Current fuel consumption Recent 15 minutes Average fuel Distance Eco settings Fuel target Reset Eco driving Coaching Tips &...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Main menu NEW Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Information & settings Warning list Service information All activate warnings Next service Date Mileage VIN number (Vehicle Identification Number) Total fuel The total amount of fuel used since the vehicle went into service.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Main menu NEW Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Information & settings Alarm & clock Settings Alarm on/off Set alarm time Dip active time (local, home) Clock settings (12h, 24h) Language List of available languages Units Temperature (F, C) Distance (miles, km) Fuel consumption (gallons/62 mile, l/100 km, km/l)
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CONTROLS - Master Display Main menu NEW Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Information & settings Trip 1 Trip information Distance Time Average speed Total fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Reset Trip 2 Distance Time Average speed Total fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Reset Serious Fault System Warnings...
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CONTROLS - Master Display • Stop the vehicle immediately • Drive the vehicle with extra cau- NOTE while observing extra caution. tion. • Park the vehicle in a safe place • Have a service dealer correct The word ‘STOP’ appears when the and switch off the engine.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicators on Master The warning indicators on the instrument section Layout of Master Display on page panel have a fixed color. See section 49 . Display Warning Indicators on Instrument Panel Master Display General page 66 . If an icon is displayed as part of a master These icons are used as warning display screen its color is defined by the...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description This warning can give the following text descriptions: Brake warning • BRAKE AIR. This warning is visible when pressure in one of the service brake circuits is less than 70 psi (5 bar). •...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description Engine power is derated. A derate is activated or deactivated Emission failure based on the severity of the derate condition and can result in the truck stopping. The engine is derated under the following conditions: •...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description This warning symbol is related to the EAS system and can give EAS system the following text descriptions: • Speed limit at next standstill. The speed limit is activated the next time the vehicle stops. •...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description Alternator charge voltage not correct. Alternator warning If the charging voltage of the alternator rises above 30 V, this warning symbol is shown. The battery voltage is then too high and the battery may start to boil. In this case, switch on as many electrical consumers as possible.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description Switch off the engine immediately. Check the engine oil level. See Oil pressure too low. Engine Oil Level on page 102 . Engine speed control does not meet the conditions. See Engine PTO fault Speed Control on page 76 .
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description Text depends on vehicle configuration. Body Builder Module malfunction The system has detected fuel quality issues such as water Water in fuel present in the fuel. This warning symbol indicates Brake release. Brake information Y53-6078-1B1 (12/18/18)
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicators on Instrument • B6 Not used • G1 Check Engine Panel • B7 Axle: stability control (optional) • G2 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) • C1 Fuel level low • G3 Not used • C2 DEF level low •...
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description This warning indicator flashes together with the truck's left Left direction indicator: truck direction turn signal. This warning indicator is visible when the reserve fuel level is Fuel level low reached. This warning indicator turns on when a critical DEF level is DEF level low reached.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description This warning indicator is visible when the main beam is switched Main beam This warning indicator is visible when the daytime running lights Daytime running lights off are switched off. This warning indicator is visible when safety belt is not used. Safety belt reminder.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description This warning indicator is visible when the park brake is applied. Park brake This warning indicator is visible when the front fog lights are Front fog lights switched on. This warning indicator is visible when the emission level is above MIL indicator the legal limits.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description When the soot level in the DPF or soot filter is too high, or the filter Diesel particulate filter is contaminated, this warning indicator is visible. This warning indicator is visible when the PTO is active. This warning indicator is visible when the PTO is active.
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CONTROLS - Master Display Warning Indicator Description This warning indicator is visible when the grid heater is active. Wait to start Illuminates when the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is Axle, Stability Control (Optional) regulating individual wheel brakes to correct the vehicle’s direction of travel.
CONTROLS - PDC and Voltage Display • 12V input - 24V output • Input current: 80 amps PDC and Voltage Display • Output current: 40 amps • Temperature range: -40C to +85C Power Distribution Center (PDC) The PDC provides a fused 24V/12v to the Voltage Converter cab and controls 12V to chassis systems inside of the box, and relays 12V to...
DRIVING - General • Doors of the vehicle are locked. steering wheel is turned slightly the steering wheel will lock. • Load is still properly secured. General • Position A: accessories position Steering wheel unlocked. The key cannot Steering Lock/Contact/ Before setting out on a journey, always be removed.
DRIVING - Starting Procedure If the pre- or after glow time is activated by 7. Check that the glow system warning be selected with the right-hand steering the electronic unit, a warning lamp on the lamp is off. column switch, if so desired. instrument panel lights up.
DRIVING - Engine Speed Control Engine Block Heater (Optional) Depending on engine make, when the Activating the Engine Speed temperature falls below -10°F (-24°C), the Control To preheat the engine before starting, plug block heater is required. the optional engine block heater into a Press the 'SET+' or 'SET –' button (1) to properly grounded AC electrical source.
DRIVING - Cruise Control Deactivating the Engine Speed Control WARNING WARNING Press the RES/OFF switch (2) to the 'OFF' Check whether the stated conditions Check whether the stated conditions position. for deactivation of the engine speed for activation and deactivation of the control apply to the vehicle.
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DRIVING - Cruise Control Engaging Cruise Control Accelerator Pedal Function during Cruise Control Activate cruise control by toggling the steering wheel switch (1) once briefly to the When cruise control is active, the vehicle 'SET+' position or to the 'SET–' position speed can be increased above the control when the required control speed is speed using the accelerator pedal.
DRIVING - Adaptive Cruise Control (Optional) function. Consult your Adaptive Cruise Driver Standard Interface Control operator's manual for detailed The Driver Information Display will have limitations. the following icons in the display related to Adaptive Cruise Control. WARNING The lower left side of the instrument cluster, the drivers will see the below The Adaptive Cruise Control system in image of the truck and lanes illuminate...
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DRIVING - Adaptive Cruise Control (Optional) ahead of the truck. When a target is locked Yellow Warning in, the truck icon will appear above the icon of the path, along with the target speed and the time to impact in seconds below the path icon.
DRIVING - Vehicle Speed Limitation for Special Applications without the system using foundation System Malfunction brakes. If the brakes are not engaged by Vehicle Speed Limitation the driver, the system will attempt to slow for Special Applications the vehicle by applying the brakes to assist the driver in reducing the severity of or potentially avoiding a collision.
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DRIVING - Driving Style It also improves driving performance by • A brake saving event (efficient providing feedback on topics like wear). This event occurs whenever NOTE anticipation, vehicle brake function use, the vehicle speed decreases by at and fuel consumption. least 6 mph (10 km/h), including In the event of extreme acceleration to some element of braking under...
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DRIVING - Driving Style The Average fuel consumption graph 1. Using the Menu Control Switch Set a fuel consumption target to improve provides feedback by changing color. (MCS), turn to ECO settings and the fuel economy. The fuel consumption select. display consists of two screens: •...
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DRIVING - Driving Style Recent 15 Minutes • A fuel target can be projected on Activation of Activate the Fuel the average fuel graph. The fuel the fuel Consumption screen The average fuel consumption over the last consumption target is displayed in consumption from the Driving 15 minutes is displayed in gallons per 62...
DRIVING - Steering How to Set the Fuel Consumption conditions. The anti-lock protection Target Steering cannot offset the results of driving too close to the vehicle in front or taking a Adjusting the fuel consumption target in the bend at too high a speed. ECO settings menu of the Driver The steering gear is hydraulically assisted.
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DRIVING - ABS Brakes ABS Warning Symbol in Master seconds if no system problems are detected. If a problem is detected, Display NOTE the ESC Warning lamp will turn on and stay on. If the ABS warning symbol in the master For more information about the stabili- •...
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DRIVING - ABS Brakes the system will intervene to assist the conditions. In the case of a potential roll referred to as either "under-steer" (where driver. event, the system will override the throttle there is a lack of vehicle response to and quickly apply brake pressure at all steering input due to tire slide on the steer wheel ends to slow the vehicle...
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DRIVING - ABS Brakes A Real World Example of How Yaw detected and the ATC system is applying ATC turns itself on and off, you do not have the drive wheel brakes or reducing engine to select this feature. If drive wheels spin Control Operates torque.
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DRIVING - ABS Brakes • The load shifts due to improper abrupt lane changes at high originally supplied. Using a different retention, accident damage or the speeds, particularly if the vehicle or steering wheel could cause ESC to inherently mobile nature of some load has a high or offset center of malfunction causing a loss of vehicle loads (for example, hanging meat,...
DRIVING - Park Brake and Service Brake spring pressure and letting the parking • To save the service brakes and brake lever move forwards. Park Brake and Service to prevent the engine brake valve from becoming stuck, it is Brake wise to regularly use the engine Engine Brake brake.
DRIVING - Stopping • The vehicle speed control or • Move the parking brake lever (from engine speed control has been position A) backwards past the Allison Automatic activated. locking cam (position B). The Gearbox parking brake is now engaged. •...
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DRIVING - Allison Automatic Gearbox shift schedule in use. The MONITOR • Too high idle speed in N (Neutral) access oil level information (if an digital display shows the lowest available to allow R or D, OLS is installed). forward range. •...
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DRIVING - Allison Automatic Gearbox keep the engine within the proper speed information. The code displayed is active if Read the following recommendations first range or to obtain the maximum engine the Mode indicator LED is illuminated. or consult an authorized dealer if brake performance.
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DRIVING - Allison Automatic Gearbox In this situation, however, it is no longer possible to shift gears. Gearbox Oil Temperature If the transmission fault warning symbol in the master display comes on during driving, this could be an indication that the gearbox oil has reached its maximum temperature.
MAINTENANCE Chapter 5 | MAINTENANCE Introduction ............................97 Air Dryer ............................99 Overhaul ............................99 Air Tanks ............................100 Air Gauges and Air Leaks ....................... 100 Air Compressor ..........................101 Overview of Daily Checks ....................... 101 Opening the Front Panel ......................... 102 Engine Oil Level ..........................
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MAINTENANCE Overview of Weekly Checks ......................106 Power Steering Fluid Level ......................106 Brake System Air Drier ........................106 Draining the Water Separator ......................107 Batteries ............................107 General Maintenance ........................108 Cab Maintenance ..........................108 Cleaning ............................108 Preventative Maintenance before the Winter Season ..............110 Diesel Fuel ............................
MAINTENANCE - Introduction springs and injury can result if not Introduction WARNING properly disassembled. Use only prop- er tools and observe all precautions After completing any repairs to the air pertaining to use of those tools. Failure system, always test for air leaks, and to comply may result in death, person- WARNING check the brakes for safe operation...
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MAINTENANCE - Introduction the same amount of pressure on the pedal lubricants within that you do when you apply the brakes on WARNING the unit. your car. All you are doing on your truck is opening an air valve to allow air to flow into Periodically Completely bypassing...
MAINTENANCE - Air Dryer the previous maintenance the air dryer made to comply with Federal Motor cartridge may need to be replaced. Note Air Dryer Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) that several factors may increase the 121 AirBrake Systems. Failure to moisture accumulated in the system abide by this warning and maintain including:...
MAINTENANCE - Air Tanks air before reinstalling Air Gauges and Air Leaks them. NOTE Review the warranty policy before per- WARNING Your vehicle comes with air pressure forming any maintenance procedures. gauges for two separate systems, Primary An extended warranty may be voided If the supply and service air tanks are and Secondary.
MAINTENANCE - Air Compressor in either or both systems is too low for 3. Stop the engine and release the the governor. The governor acts in normal brake operation, i.e., one gauge service brakes. conjunction with the unloading mechanism falls below 65 psi (448 kPa), a ‘BRAKE in the compressor cylinder block to start 4.
MAINTENANCE - Opening the Front Panel ter switching the engine off or im- mediately after oil has been add- Engine Oil Level NOTE ed, the level shown on the dip- stick will be too low. Cleaning rags, flammable materials, 6. Fill oil through the filler opening (1) accumulated dirt etc.
MAINTENANCE - Topping Up Coolant 6. If necessary, top up to the bottom of the filler opening. Topping Up Coolant WARNING Always use coolants which meet Do not loosen the filler cap of the cool- specifications. See Coolant According to ing system when the cab is tilted.
MAINTENANCE - Windshield Washer Reservoir Fluid Level 9. Return engine to low idle and top off surge tank to “MAX” level. Windshield Washer 10. Allow engine to cool and top off surge Reservoir Fluid Level tank to “MAX” level if necessary. 11.
MAINTENANCE - Air Filter Indicator Air Filter Indicator Wheels and Tires Lighting and Instruments The air filter indicator is behind the grille at 1. Remove any stones, etc. from the 1. Check the vehicle lighting, brake lights the front of the cab. If the indicator is in the tread and from between the tires (if and instruments for correct operation.
MAINTENANCE - Overview of Weekly Checks • A - Side window • B - Dead angle mirror Power Steering Fluid Level Brake System Air Drier • C - Wide view mirror • D - Main mirror • E - Pavement mirror The air drier can be checked for correct operation by inspecting the air reservoirs for condensed water.
MAINTENANCE - Draining the Water Separator 4. Drain the filter until pure diesel fuel In the event of contact with the eyes: comes out of the drain cock (A). Draining the Water rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 5.
MAINTENANCE - General Maintenance To prevent the formation of rust in box When a high-pressure cleaner is used, sections and other cavities, the cab is take special note of the following points: General Maintenance protected with corrosion-inhibiting products • Make sure that the doors, windows (ML) in production.
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MAINTENANCE - Cleaning Parts of the air-conditioning must • When cleaning the vehicle, make Waxing the Cab not be cleaned with the aid of a sure that no water can enter the air high-pressure/steam cleaner as inlet system via the air intake or its The paintwork of new vehicles is waxed to this can cause damage to the flexible seals.
MAINTENANCE - Preventative Maintenance before the Winter Season Maintenance after the NOTE NOTE Winter Season The appearance of your vehicle is your Additives which are used to prevent company's face to the world! precipitation of paraffin crystals have a purely preventative effect. They can Your authorized Service dealer can always not dissolve the paraffin crystals once give you good advice to prepare your...
INFORMATION - Type Capacity of 4.25 gallons (16.09 Type Output and Torque lubrication system, liters) including filter and oil cooler Model: KW: K270, K370 or PB:210, 220, Sump capacity, 4.75 gallons (18 maximum level liters) w/OP9517 Engine Engine Option speed...
INFORMATION - Lubricant, Engine Coolant and Fuel Specifications • If oil has been used of a lower Consult a doctor in the event of grade than specified. persistent irritation. • If oil has been used of a different Lubricant, Engine Coolant If any is swallowed: DO NOT induce viscosity than specified.
INFORMATION - Engine Oil The cooling system should preferably be Coolant According to Specification filled with a ready-mixed coolant containing 74002 Engine Oil antifreeze and corrosion inhibiting additives. The below table lists the current suppliers that meet specification 74002. Specification lists refer to international The coolant present in the cooling system standards, such as ACEA and API.
INFORMATION - Steering Gear Brand name Supplier • Total Aero- Steering Gear hydraulic Castrol Antifreeze Castrol SF Premix Inugel Optimal/ Motul Inugel Optimal Hydraulic power ATF DEXRON III Ultra steering with valid approval Chassis Number number Yacco LR Yacco Organique Valvoline Valvoline Antifreeze Extreme...
The example VIN below from a 1999 model shows how How to Order Parts this code works: When you need replacement parts for your Kenworth / Peterbilt vehicles, contact your nearest authorized Kenworth / Peterbilt Y53-6078-1B1 (12/18/18)
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If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it Transport Canada, ASFAD "Kenworth / Peterbilt Authorized U.S. and may open an investigation, and if it finds Place de Ville Tower C Canadian Dealers" listing (Cat. No. 5212).
INFORMATION - Operator's Manual Supplement Some of the ingredients in engine oil, For additional information on your rights of California to cause cancer and hydraulic oil, transmission and axle oil, associated with the use of this data, reproductive harm. Wash hands after engine coolant, diesel fuel, air conditioning contact the California Department of Motor handling.
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INFORMATION - Operator's Manual Supplement Emission Control Identifier Emissions Related Components LRRA, LRRD, or LRRS Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Tires Warranty for warranty on greenhouse gas tires begins on the date of delivery of the certified tires. vehicle to the first purchaser or lessee and Greenhouse Gas Certified Tires accrued time and mileage is calculated Verify if your vehicle is equipped with...
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INFORMATION - Operator's Manual Supplement OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY RELATING provided there has been no abuse, neglect Retain all receipts covering maintenance TO WARRANTABLE EMISSIONS or improper maintenance of the vehicle. If on this equipment. PACCAR cannot deny FAILURES. This Vehicle Emissions Limited a GHG-related part on your vehicle is warranty solely for the lack of receipts or Express Warranty relating to original...
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INFORMATION - Operator's Manual Supplement related engine and vehicle computer replaced with the same material and determination that there has been a failure program settings in accordance with function as the part assembled on the of a warranted part). manufacturer specifications. This vehicle from the factory.
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INFORMATION - Operator's Manual Supplement responsible for failures caused by incorrect PACCAR Operator’s Manuals. THIS BUSINESS COSTS OR LOSSES; oil, fuel or diesel exhaust fluid or by water, WARRANTY, TOGETHER WITH THE ATTORNEYS’ FEES; AND ANY LIABILITY dirt or other contaminants in the fuel, oil or EXPRESS COMMERCIAL WARRANTIES YOU MAY HAVE IN RESPECT TO ANY diesel exhaust fluid.
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INFORMATION - Operator's Manual Supplement Y53-6078-1B1 (12/18/18)
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| Glossary | 127 Glossary Driver Performance Assistant A feature made possible by the vehicle's electronic monitoring and guard functions. It can help the driver gain insight into how the vehicle is used. Menu Control Switch menu control knob for the instrument cluster system Event Events generate scores which are then registered to evaluate driver performance.
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Index Index Control Panel Control Panel of Heating/Ventilation System Coolants ABS Brakes Cooling System Cruise Control Adaptive Cruise Control Adaptive Cruise Control Alerts Adjustable Steering Column Advanced ABS with Stability Control Air Conditioning Switch Dashboard Air Distribution Selector Switch Deep Snow and Mud Switch Air Filter Indicator Diesel Fuel Air System...
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Index Engine Oil Level Engine Speed Control Entering and Leaving The Vehicle Maintenance after the Winter Season Safety Alerts Master Display Seat Belts Special Coolant Fill Instructions General Stability Control Menu Control Switch (MCS) Start-Up Phase Fan Speed Selector Switch Menu Overview Starting Procedure Federal Safety Standard Certification Label...
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Index Warning Indicators on Instrument Panel Warning Indicators on Master Display Warnings and Safety Regulations Wheels Wheels and Tires WHY THIS HANDBOOK IS SO IMPORTANT! Windshield Washer Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir Fluid Level Windshield Wiper Blades Yaw Control Yaw Control Example Yaw Stability Y53-6078-1B1 (12/18/18)
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