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TOPPING
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After full load operation, idle the engine for a few minutes before shutting it down. This idle period will allow the lubricating oil and coolant to carry excess heat away from the
turbocharger.
NOTE:
Refer to the following chart for proper engine shutdown.
Driving Condition
Stop and Go
Stop and Go
Highway Speeds
City Traffic
Highway Speeds
Uphill Grade
NOTE:
Under certain conditions the engine fan will run after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under high load and high temperature conditions.
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UTOMATIC
RANSMISSION
To reduce the potential for engine and transmission
overheating in high ambient temperature conditions, take
the following actions:
City Driving — When stopped, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL (N) and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving — Reduce your speed.
Up Steep Hills — Select a lower transmission gear.
Air Conditioning — Turn it off temporarily.
Load
Empty
Medium
Medium
Maximum GCWR
Maximum GCWR
Maximum GCWR
NOTE:
If the coolant temperature is too high the A/C will automat-
ically turn off.
Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil
Pressure
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Light turns on while
driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon
as possible. A chime will sound when the light turns on.
Turbocharger Temperature
Idle Time (min.) Before Engine Shutdown
Cool
Warm
Hot
NOTE:
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. The
engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings, shut
the engine off immediately. Failure to do so could result
in immediate and severe engine damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING
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0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
CAUTION!
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