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5-132 MISCELLANEOUS CONTROLS AND OPTIONS
High
Low
Hi-Lo
switch
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High
Low
MTF0310
MTF0314
(5) Operation of the splitter
As high and low ranges are provided at each
gearshift position, the splitter offers diverse gear
ratios to ensure economical operation of the
vehicle and to increase in traction efficiency.
a. Select the HI or LO swtich installed on the
gearshift lever knob depending on traffic con-
dition.
b. After the proper swtich, depress the clutch
pedal gently all the way without changing the
position of the gearshift lever, then release
it.
Advantages of the splitter select valve
*
- Loss of engine power and excessive
engine turning due to gear changes can
be prevented.
- Optimum operation economy can be
obtained.
Examples of the use of splitter
*
- To produce sufficient engine output when
passing a vehicle ahead or driving on an
uphill or it is difficult to raise the speed
after driving off the vehicle.
- For a vehicle towing a heavy cargo on a
pavement, the splitter can be used to
achieve economical operation such as
reduction of fuel consumption.
(6) Gear jump
a. ZF transmission has the change range from
HIGH 8th gear to LOW 8th gear and can be
manipulated as desired, irrespective of road
condition.
b. In the case of bad road condition or running
on slope, apply gears in stage like "3rd gear
4th gear 5th gear".
c. When running on a level ground or on the
downgrade, carry out gear jump like "3rd
LOW 4th HIGH 5th HIGH 7th LOW
8th HIGH" to reach high gear with 4 gear
change activities.
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