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The information contained in this manual is proprietary to PACCAR. Reproduction, in whole or in part, by any means is strictly prohibited without prior written authorization from PACCAR Inc.
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SAFETY - Chapter 1 | SAFETY Using this Manual..........................6 Safety Messages and Notes......................... 6 Illustrations............................7 General Safety Instructions........................7 Data Recorder.............................10 Environmental Protection Agency....................... 10 Repairs..............................11 Additional Sources of Information....................... 12 Cab Access............................12 Deckplate Access..........................14 How to Open the Hood........................15 Close the Hood...........................
SAFETY - Using this Manual vehicle. In addition, if your vehicle is right to make changes at any time without equipped with special equipment or options notice. Using this Manual not discussed in this manual, consult your dealer or the manufacturer of the Safety Messages and Please take the time to get acquainted with equipment.
SAFETY - Illustrations Example: Illustrations CAUTION WARNING Some of the illustrations found in this DO NOT operate your vehicle with in- manual are generic, and may not look DO NOT change hot engine oil as you sufficient oil pressure as this will cause exactly like the parts or assemblies you could be burned.
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(fuel, oil). ous 30 minutes, be very careful in re- • Wear protective glasses and Escaping high-pressure fluids can moving the fill cap. Protect face, protective shoes when working. cause severe injury. PACCAR does Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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Ensure all lifting service work. Use only genuine manuals. The service literature devices such as chains, hooks, or replacement parts from PACCAR. provides this information. You can slings are in good condition and • Always use the same fastener part...
SAFETY - Data Recorder • Coolant is toxic. If not reused, immediately flood eyes with water and/or during the accident. For additional dispose of coolant in accordance for a minimum of 15 minutes. Avoid information on your rights associated with with local environmental prolonged contact with skin.
SAFETY - Repairs or make the vehicle unsafe, which may temporary connection of service tools WARNING result in death, personal injury, equip- and for diagnostic purposes only. ment damage or property damage. Diesel engine exhaust and some of its Your dealer’s service center is the best constituents are known to the State of place to have your vehicle repaired.
SAFETY - Additional Sources of Information Final Chassis Bill of Material handholds whenever possible and look where you are going. Cab Access A complete, non-illustrated computer • Use even more care when steps printout listing of the parts used to custom- and handholds (or footwear) are build your vehicle is available through the The following cab and frame entry/exit...
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SAFETY - Cab Access deckplate, or if proper steps and grab handles are not provided, do NOTE not climb onto the area behind the cab. alteration (adding bulkheads, • Keep the steps clean. Clean any headache racks, tool boxes, etc.) be- fuel, oil, or grease off the steps hind the cab that affects the utilization before entering the cab.
SAFETY - Deckplate Access How to Lock and Unlock the Cab Operate Door Locks using Remote Doors Keyless Entry WARNING The vehicle has one key for both the cab The key fob will not lock open doors. The doors and the ignition. Frame-mounted tool key fob should be within 30 feet (9 meters) Clean any fuel, oil, or grease off of ve- box locks and locking fuel tank caps each...
SAFETY - How to Open the Hood led and designed for that purpose. equipment damage, or property dam- Failure to use the proper steps and age. grab handles could cause a fall which may result in death or personal injury. WARNING NOTE Always ensure the hood lock has en-...
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SAFETY - How to Open the Hood Tilt hood forward until it stops. When fully opened, the hood lock engages automatically. Ensure hood lock is engaged. Hood Lock Release the hood hold-downs. Hood Lock - Engaged Place one or both hands at top of hood front, and tilt hood forward by pulling hood.
SAFETY - Close the Hood When the hood lock is disengaged, the Hood Lock - NOT Engaged strut will no longer be visible above the WARNING hood lock collar. Before closing the hood, be sure the area is clear—no people or objects are in the way.
SAFETY - Seat Seat Adjustment seat belt indicator lamp located on the dash. WARNING WARNING WARNING DO NOT drive or ride with your seat back in the reclined position. You DO NOT adjust the driver's seat while could be injured by sliding under the DO NOT drive the vehicle without your the vehicle is moving.
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SAFETY - Seat Correct Seat Belt Use Incorrect Seat Belt Use Seat Belt Twisted Correct Placement of Lap Belt Lap Belt Too High on the Hip Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy Pregnant women should always wear seat Shoulder Belt Incorrectly Under the Arm Correct Placement of Shoulder Belt belts.
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SAFETY - Seat passengers or co-drivers how to sharp objects. This can damage properly use the seat belts and the safety restraint. sleeper bunk restraints in the • All safety restraints must be kept vehicle. clean or the retractors may not •...
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SAFETY - Seat How to Use a Seat Belt There should be less than one seat belt is unfastened. inch (25 mm) gap between the Follow these steps to fasten your seat belt. body and the belt. Make sure that anyone riding with you The shoulder restraint must does the same.
SAFETY - Seat Tether Belts Adjust an external tether by either belt. Failure to comply may result in lengthening or shortening the strap. To death or personal injury. lengthen it: WARNING Turn the buckle to a right angle to To eliminate cinching, simply activate the the webbing.
SAFETY - Vehicle Loading Weight Ratings are determined by the components installed from the factory on to Vehicle Loading the vehicle and their designed specifications. (Axle weight ratings are listed on certification label on the driver's WARNING door jamb.) DO NOT exceed the specified load rat- GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
SAFETY - Visual Inspection While Approaching the Vehicle surroundings for any signs of needed Load Be sure any load you carry is 12,000 (5,443 attention. Distribution distributed so that no axle has to support more than its GAWR. Weight Distribution Example WARNING Rear Axles Example If equipped with a three-piece roof fair-...
SAFETY - Daily Checks Check your load. Is it secured all clamps (straps) holding the • Window and mirrors - clean and properly? cables are present and in good adjusted? working order. • Tires, wheels, and hubs - Tires • Hood latch page 279 Wheels...
SAFETY - Systems Check #2 grade, every 50 hours. (Refer to Systems Check Display Systems Check can be interrupted at any Front Axle and Suspension time by: page 265 for maintenance • Pressing Select instructions.) • Switching the exterior lights OFF •...
EMERGENCY - Chapter 2 | EMERGENCY Roadside Assistance...........................29 Low Air Actions........................... 29 Stop Engine............................30 Low Oil Pressure..........................30 Service Indicator Turns On........................30 Engine is Overheating.........................30 How to Inspect and Replace a Fuse....................32 Where are the Fuses Located?......................34 How to Jump Start a Battery....................... 34 How to Recover a Vehicle........................
Call toll-free to talk to someone at the operating the vehicle, perform the following WARNING PACCAR Customer Center. actions: Slow down carefully. If the air pressure falls below 60 psi Move a safe distance off the road (414 kPa), the spring brakes may and stop.
EMERGENCY - Stop Engine Add oil if necessary. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Stop Engine CAUTION dealer as soon as possible. DO NOT operate your vehicle with in- Service Indicator Turns On sufficient oil pressure as this will cause serious engine damage.
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EMERGENCY - Engine is Overheating engine may be overheating, DO NOT comply may result in death, personal TURN OFF THE ENGINE unless a low injury, equipment or property damage. CAUTION water warning device indicates a loss of coolant. The cooling system may overheat if WARNING Follow these steps if the engine coolant the engine coolant is at the minimum...
EMERGENCY - How to Inspect and Replace a Fuse Check to ensure the Oil Pressure level should be visible within the surge and it may cause a fire. Failure to Gauge reads normal. tank. Add coolant if necessary. comply may result in death, personal Make sure the engine fan is turning injury, equipment damage, or property by switching the Engine Fan...
EMERGENCY - How to Inspect and Replace a Fuse Determine from the chart on the of a lower rating may be cal components. Failure to comply fuse panel which fuse controls that temporarily substituted. You can may result in equipment or property component.
EMERGENCY - Where are the Fuses Located? Fuse Panel Access Main power relays are located on the power distribution center, in the engine Where are the Fuses compartment, mounted to the front wall of Located? the cab. Fuses for the cab are located in the fuse How to Jump Start a panel behind the drivers side kick panel.
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EMERGENCY - How to Jump Start a Battery Short circuits can cause electrical in death, personal injury, and/or equip- WARNING burns and or an explosion. Other dam- ment or property damage. age may occur to components of the Never jump start a battery near fire, vehicle including sensitive circuitry.
EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle Remove any jewelry that may Attach the remaining jumper cable partment. Failure to comply may result come in contact with the battery FIRST to the negative (-) terminal in death, personal injury, equipment or terminals.
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle Connect the towing chain or cable control which may result in an accident using best recovery practices. CAUTION involving death or personal injury. Best Practices for Recovery Rigging on page 42. All lubricating and clutch application oil If your vehicle has a Meritor axle with Make sure the recovered vehicle's pressure is provided by an engine-driven...
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle For additional information concerning heavy duty truck recovery, refer to the WARNING WARNING following Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) literature. DO NOT drive a vehicle with malfunc- DO NOT disassemble a spring brake •...
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle Insert the release stud through the opening in the spring chamber where the cap was removed. Insert it into the pressure plate. Turn the release stud 1/4 turn clockwise in the pressure plate. This secures the cross pin into the cross pin Remove the release stud assembly area of the pressure plate and...
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle system air, which can cause the service brakes not to function, resulting in the CAUTION sudden application of the spring brakes causing wheel lock-up, loss of control, or Failure to lift the driving wheels off the overtake by following vehicles.
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle • If you desire to use the recovered vehicle’s brakes, ensure that the CAUTION WARNING vehicle's air system is connected to that of the recovery vehicle. Also Water, dirt, and other material can en- An open air line on the recovered vehi- ensure that any air line that has ter an open hub or axle.
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle When fully engaged, a 0.25-0.5 in. cable no closer than 6 ft. (1.8 m) (6.35-12.7 mm) space will remain from the vehicle: (acceptable). Recovery Rigging Options between the air cylinder and the • Secure the towed vehicle using two bolt head.
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle must be re-installed in its normal • Apply light pressure on the position. accelerator pedal while the CAUTION transmission is in gear. Add lubricant back to the axles after recovering the vehicle and before putting it •...
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle • If towing from the front, ensure that the rear axles are prepared for towing • If towing from the rear, ensure that all body components such as roof, side, and chassis fairings are secured properly to avoid damage while in transit WARNING...
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EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Chapter 3 | CONTROLS Instrument Panel..........................47 Instrument Cluster..........................49 Digital Display............................. 50 Display Notifications..........................54 Views..............................55 Menu..............................60 Post Trip..............................62 Warning Lights and Indicators......................63 Steering Wheel Controls (Option)....................... 78 Dash Switches............................ 81 Steering Column Controls......................... 107 Door Mounted Mirror Controls......................113 Introduction............................115 Heating and Air Conditioning......................115 Cab Accessories..........................
CONTROLS - Instrument Cluster Speedometer page 54), and an audible alarm will sound. Instrument Cluster The speedometer (1) is located on the right If the oil pressure fails to rise within 10 side of the main instrument cluster. A seconds of starting the engine, stop the digital speedometer is shown on the digital engine and determine the cause.
CONTROLS - Digital Display match driving speed and gear selection to truck key is in, the following actions will the operating range of your engine. If the wake the display, making it visible: CAUTION engine speed gets too high, you can select •...
CONTROLS - Digital Display horizontal red line. If a gauge that goes into gauges, the gauge face plate includes a away, while you still have control of the a warning state is not present on the kPa (major) scale and psi (minor) scale. vehicle.
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CONTROLS - Digital Display fuel will damage the aftertreatment tanks. This moisture can damage the WARNING system and impact the engine emis- engine. sions which will result in the engine not DO NOT carry additional fuel contain- meeting emission regulations. Failure Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ers in your vehicle.
CONTROLS - Digital Display notification message will appear when the Digital Display Features Adaptive Cruise Control DEF level is low. Do not allow your DEF Notification (option) tank to remain empty. Please refer to your emission supplemental manual for more details about DEF fluid.
CONTROLS - Display Notifications Anti-Theft Using the Scroll, scroll to the first number in the code then press Display Notifications Anti-Theft prevents starting the engine Select. unless the Anti-Theft passcode is entered. The digital display communicates vehicle If Anti-Theft does not show in the settings 12:44 °...
CONTROLS - Views are called suppressible. Suppressible • Post-trip notifications show an “X” below the Select • Active Warnings indicator icon and typically don't require an The active warnings count may change immediate response. Suppress these without user interaction if individual notifications using the Back/Cancel button warnings are intermittent, time based, self (or the Select button when the parking...
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CONTROLS - Views access these options. All views present the View Indicator Gauge Views following indications: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) level. Trip Information (see Trip Info Standard Indications page 59). Odometer Fuel Gauge When the parking brake is released, the display will show useful driving information, minimizing the currently selected view.
CONTROLS - Views primary and secondary air tank Custom Gauge View (option) not been configured, scrolling to the pressures. custom view allows the operator to enter the custom view setup (See Custom • Secondary Gauges – The second most important gauges. Setup).
CONTROLS - Views Tire Pressure Monitoring System viewed only while the parking brake is set. NOTE TPMS displays individual tire pressures (option) and tire locations, using color to indicate the tire pressure condition: A gauge, once selected, can be removed by selecting that •...
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CONTROLS - Views Trip Info detailed trip information see Trip Summary The Adaptive Cruise view contains optional located in the menu. features designed to improve the driving experience: • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Adaptive Cruise (option) Adaptive Cruise Control (Option) on page 142 •...
CONTROLS - Menu PTO (option) view and then press Select to access the menu. The menu contains sub-menus: Menu • Notifications – Shows active warnings and components monitored by a systems check. • Custom View – Configures the custom gauge view: •...
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CONTROLS - Menu information is collected into the total trip • PTO (option) – Shows information • Unit Standard/Metric – Changes (called the Full Trip) and optionally, several about PTO specific usage during the numerical readout to Standard, sub-trips (each identified with a letter). Trip the trip.
Chassis • Engine • • Transmission (option) Post Trip presents information the driver • Adaptive Cruise (option) might require for the next time the vehicle • Predictive Cruise (PACCAR is operated, such as active warnings and Engines Only) Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators the distance to empty. Post trip is shown purposes only – indicators – while warning when the ignition switch is turned to OFF. lights often require an operator response WARNING During Post Trip, the menu can be and are frequently accompanied with a accessed by pressing Select.
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Indicators Title Symbol Color Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 68 Amber ● Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Trailer on page 69 Amber ● Battery Telltale on page 71 ● Stability Control (Option) on page 70 Amber ●...
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Title Symbol Color Brake System Malfunction on page 72 ● Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) on page 72 Amber ● Engine BrakeSaver or Transmission Retarder on page 73 Amber ● Engine, Check Engine on page 73 Amber ●...
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Title Symbol Color Engine, Overspeed on page 74 ● Stop Engine on page 30 ● Engine Wait-to-Start Light on page 74 Amber ● Fast Idle Control on page 75 White/Green ● Emissions, High Exhaust System Temperature on page 75 Amber ●...
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Title Symbol Color Hill Start Aid (HSA) Disabled Warning Light (option) on page 75 Amber ● Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 76 Amber ● Lights, High Beam on page 76 Blue ● Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on page 76 Amber ●...
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Title Symbol Color Transmission, Failure on page 77 ● Transmission, Oil Temperature High on page 77 Amber ● Turn Signal, Left on page 77 Green ● Turn Signal, Right on page 77 Green ● •...
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators turned ON, regardless of whether a system problem. This should be you have Trailer ABS. When the checked by an authorized dealer NOTE bulb self-test detects functioning as soon as possible. Power on self- Trailer ABS, the lamp turns off.
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators the ESC Warning Lamp will switch on and stay on. NOTE NOTE • Illuminates when the ESC system is regulating individual wheel Tractors/Trucks and trailers built after For doubles or triples, the lamp does brakes to correct the vehicle’s 03/01/2001 must be able to turn on an not distinguish between trailers.
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators continues, the ATC warning light will switch on, and stay on. NOTE NOTE • Illuminates when the ATC is regulating wheel spin and switches For more information about the stabili- For more information about the stabili- off after the traction control event ty control system installed on your ve- ty control system installed on your ve-...
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Brake System Malfunction a significant amount of hydrocarbons (HC) are detected. This warning may also appear if the system is attempting to regenerate automatically while the vehicle is in Power Take-off (PTO) mode. For more information about this warning, consult the Engine Aftertreatment System operator's manual.
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Illuminates when Trailer Dump body is up. braking can be overridden when the operator (or a vehicle feature, such as NOTE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)) provides Engine BrakeSaver or acceleration. Transmission Retarder Tractors/Trucks and trailers built after 03/01/2001 must be able to turn on an Engine, Check Engine In-Cab Trailer ABS Warning Light (per...
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Engine, Low Coolant Level the ambient temperature. The lower WARNING the ambient temperature, the longer the lamp will be illuminated. If the stop engine warning light turns on, a serious engine system problem Once the Wait-to-Start light turns off, turn Illuminates with an audible alarm indicating has occurred.
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CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Fast Idle Control WARNING WARNING If the High Exhaust System Tempera- When the High Exhaust System Tem- ture (HEST) warning light is on, do not perature (HEST) warning light is on, Illuminates white when Fast Idle Control is park near combustible vapors or mate- the temperature of the tailpipe, ex- enabled.
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators from use of the Hill Start Aid Disable switch In addition, this icon flashes, but without an Message Waiting (Option) (see Hill Start Aid Disable Switch) or a fault audible alarm, if there is a problem with the with the HSA feature.
CONTROLS - Warning Lights and Indicators Illuminates for 5 seconds whenever the Blinks when the left turn signal or the ed state. Continuing to operate an hazard light function is operating. ignition key is turned on, then it turns off. overheating engine can severely dam- age the engine and other vehicle com- Turn Signal, Right...
CONTROLS - Steering Wheel Controls (Option) City Horn Steering Wheel Controls Depressing the horn pad in the center of the steering wheel activates the city horn. (Option) Left Switch Pod The left switch pod on the steering wheel CAUTION contains buttons for the trip and cruise control features.
CONTROLS - Steering Wheel Controls (Option) Trip The toggle has toggle up, toggle down, and Media Source toggle press functionality to adjust the ACC Starts a trip or sub-trip. A long press will or PCC features in the Digital Display (DD). clear all trip data.
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CONTROLS - Steering Wheel Controls (Option) Press down (Select) to open the menu: Menu Example: Time Menu Example Set Function Menu Example: Main Finally, Scroll through the values and The display indicates that the Scroll Wheel press Select to set the time. can be used to Select with this icon: Scroll to Settings and then (Select) again to choose the Settings sub-menu: Then...
CONTROLS - Dash Switches or cancel a selection. See Notifications particular vehicle may not have every regarding what needs to change in order page 54. switch identified in this section of the for the air device to operate as expected. operator manual.
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Axle, Automatic Traction Control on page 95 None ● Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Axle, Diff. Lock - Dual on page 95 Amber ● Axle, Diff-Lock - Forward Rear on page 95 Amber ● Axle, Diff-Lock - Steer on page 95 Amber ● Axle, Diff-Lock - Rear Rear on page 95 Amber ●...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Axle, Two Speed on page 95 Green ● Back Up Alarm Mute on page 95 Amber ● Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Brakes, ABS Off-Road on page 96 Amber ● Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Brake, Parking Brake Valve on page 96 Yellow ● Brake, Trailer Hand on page 96 None ● Dump Truck Gate on page 96 ● Engine, Brake Level on page 96 None ● Engine, Brake On/Off on page 96 Green...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Engine, Cruise Control On/Off on page 97 Green ● ● Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Engine, Cruise Control Set/Resume on page 97 None ● ● Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Engine Fan Override on page 97 Green ● Regeneration Control (Diesel Particulate Filter - DPF) None ● page 105 Fifth Wheel Slide on page 97 ● Accessory Air (up to 4) on page 94 –...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Ignition Key Switch on page 98 None ● Kingpin Release on page 99 ● Lights, Beacon on page 99 Green ● Lights, Daytime Running (Override) on page 100 Amber ● Lights, Work on page 103 Green ●...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Lights, Fog on page 103 Green ● Lights, Footwell (option) on page 104 Green ● Lights, Exterior Lights Switch (ELS) on page 100 Green ● Lights, Spot on page 104 Green ● Menu Control Switch on page 104 None...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Power Take-off (PTO) on page 104 ● Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Suspension, Air Retention on page 106 Amber ● Lift Axles – Pushers (up to 3) on page 99 Green ● Suspension, Axle, Tag on page 106 Green ● Pintle Hook on page 104 Amber ●...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Title Symbol Color Stnd Belly Dump Trailer Gates (Fwd., Center, and Rear) ● page 96 Trailer, Dump Gate on page 107 ● Trailer, Suspension Air Dump on page 107 Amber ● Accessory – Spare(s) Accessory Air (up to 4) NOTE through The generic air accessory switch is de-...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Axle, Automatic Traction Control Axle, Diff-Lock - Steer Axle, Inter-Axle Differential Locked (Tandem) Turn switch on to engage Front Axle Diff Briefly push switch in to engage Deep Mud Turn switch on to engage Inter-Axle Lock. and Snow Traction Control.
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Turn switch on to engage ABS Off-Road Engine, Brake Level mode. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) NOTE on page 68. The mute function use is discouraged. Brake, Parking Brake Valve Only use mute when legally required. If the engine brake is on, the up position will provide 100% engine braking, the Belly Dump Trailer Gates (Fwd.,...
CONTROLS - Dash Switches manual for additional engine brake The engine fan switch allows you to control information. the engine fan manually or automatically. CAUTION With the ignition key switch ON and the fan switch in the MANUAL position, the engine Engine, Cruise Control On/Off The fan or equipment near it could be fan will be on regardless of engine...
CONTROLS - Dash Switches protect you from accidentally activating or Fuel Heater The ignition key switch located to the right releasing the lock. of the steering column has four positions: ACC (Accessories), OFF, ON, and START. WARNING DO NOT move the fifth wheel while Turn switch on to activate Fuel Heater.
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches releasing the lock. See Releasing the the drive axles. Medium Duty models allow • Instrument Lights Kingpin Remotely (option) on page 170. up to three. • Auxiliary Power • Instrument Panel Memory Lane Departure Warning Disable Lights, Beacon Settings With the key in this position you can...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Lights, Exterior Lights Switch (ELS) reduced visibility. DO NOT use DRL as NOTE a substitute for headlights or other lights during operations that require The Headlight Switch is an ON or OFF lighting of your vehicle. Failure to com- switch.
CONTROLS - Dash Switches ELST AUX (Auxiliary Lights) WARNING Starts an Exterior Lights Self Test (ELST). Turns on marker lights or parking and Exterior Lighting Self-Test (ELST) marker lights based on parking brake page 102). If the vehicle's low beam wiring circuit position: does not function correctly, pull com- •...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Exterior Lighting Self-Test (ELST) • Hazard/turn signals • Low beam headlights WARNING • High beam headlights • First set of fog/driving lights Be aware of all governing Hazard Warning Light laws and keep all nec- • Tail lights essary emergency signals in the vehi- •...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches • Tail lights A full ELST will continue until the parking Turn switch on for Fog Lights. brake is released or the ignition switch is • Stop lights turned to OFF. Both the full and limited The following lights will stay on during the NOTE ELST will stop if either the dash or key fob...
CONTROLS - Dash Switches Lights, Footwell (option) Pintle Hook Two position switch that illuminates both the driver and passenger side foot space. Turn switch on to remove the slack from the hook. For Kenworth this is a rocket Lights, Spot launcher switch.
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches Regeneration Control (Diesel Particulate Filter - DPF) CAUTION Increasing engine rpm before the PTO is engaged can prevent the PTO from engaging and/or cause PTO damage. Manually controls the diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration process. In Medium Duty models, two different NOTE configurations are possible;...
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CONTROLS - Dash Switches The Disable DPF switch can both force a Suspension, Dump line components. If a vehicle must be regeneration and allow disablement. The operated under such conditions, do Peterbilt switch lights up green when not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). Failure to activated.
CONTROLS - Steering Column Controls Trailer Air Supply Winch Clutch Turn signal/wiper/lights The turn signal lever is mounted on the left side of the steering column. The lever controls several functions: turn signal, high beam, and windshield wiper control. The turn signals will only operate when the key The red octagonal knob controls the air Turn switch on to engage winch clutch.
CONTROLS - Steering Column Controls Transmission Mode Column Shifter The Digital Display will indicate the corresponding mode. Column Shifter (option) This vehicle may be equipped with a NOTE column shifter located on the right-hand side of the steering column. The column shifter can perform the following Vehicles without a Park (P) mode must transmission functions:...
CONTROLS - Steering Column Controls To activate, put the gear selector in the D When in Manual mode, the transmission will flash with the turn signal activated, (drive) mode and then depress the M/A gears can be manually selected by pushing even with the brakes applied.
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CONTROLS - Steering Column Controls High Beam Operation WARNING DO NOT use high beams in the pres- ence of oncoming traffic. High beam glare can blind other drivers which in- creases the risk of an accident. Failure Release the signal stalk. to comply may result in death, person- The turn signal will cancel when al injury, equipment, or property dam-...
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CONTROLS - Steering Column Controls Flash-to-Pass The blue high beams indicator light on the Pull the turn signal lever toward the Flash-to-pass, sometimes called “low instrument panel will turn on at the same operator to turn on high beams. beams flash”, allows the operator to signal time.
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CONTROLS - Steering Column Controls Push the turn signal lever away • Release the button to return to the ervoir, damage to seals and other from the steering wheel. original state of the marker lights. components will result. Operate the Windshield Wipers To override this function, turn the This vehicle is equipped with a two speed, headlights on and then off again.
CONTROLS - Door Mounted Mirror Controls • Four levels of intermittent • Press and hold will activate the speeds washer fluid and wipers. • Low wiper speed • Instant press and release will activate the washer fluid only. • High wiper speed How to Spray Windshield Washer Door Mounted Mirror Fluid...
CONTROLS - Door Mounted Mirror Controls controlled by the mirror heat switch button. Introduction your vehicle and others when you turn If the vehicle has optional hood-mounted Your vehicle comes equipped with two or change lanes. Remember that other heated mirrors, this switch will also activate outside rear view mirrors that enable you to objects are closer than they may ap- heat to those mirrors.
CONTROLS - Introduction unintentional adjustments to the mirrors. WARNING WARNING Convex mirrors can distort images and Convex mirrors can distort images and Introduction make objects appear smaller and far- make objects appear smaller and far- ther away than they really are. You ther away than they really are.
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CONTROLS - Heating and Air Conditioning The cab heater and air conditioner controls are located together in the center of the WARNING CAUTION dash just to the right of the steering column. The sleeper heater and air Exhaust fumes from the engine con- DO NOT stay in the vehicle with the conditioner controls are located in the tain carbon monoxide, a colorless and...
CONTROLS - Heating and Air Conditioning These auxiliary devices can reduce in your vehicle for prolonged periods of NOTE fuel consumption and save you mon- time. If you are required to idle your vehicle for long periods of time, install an aux- Air Conditioner Controls NOTE iliary heater or automatic idle control.
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CONTROLS - Heating and Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Functions Image Function Image Function activated the indicator on Panel and Floor Vents the button will illuminate. Symbols for the air conditioning During AUTO mode, the control panel Panel Vents A/C button indicator will remain illuminated at all times even though the Image...
CONTROLS - Heating and Air Conditioning To adjust the air distribution, turn button that enables automatic mode is the Air Distribution dial to labeled AUTO. NOTE distribute cab air as indicated by the dial graphics. Adjust the temperature knob, and the Fan Control Dial must also be in the Press the Recirculation button to system will respond to obtain the selected...
CONTROLS - Heating and Air Conditioning automatic mode. This can be done via the How to Operate Automatic Cab Air dials and/or buttons on the HVAC control. Conditioner In Semi-automatic mode, the AUTO button Follow these steps to activate the Auto indicator will cease to be illuminated.
CONTROLS - Heating and Air Conditioning Air Conditioner Operating Tips defrosting the windshield. However, note • Set the air source to recirculation that performance may be reduced. mode by pressing the outside air/ recirculation air button. The button • Adjust the fan speed to high by CAUTION indicator light should be rotating the fan control dial...
CONTROLS - Cab Accessories • Adjust fan speed to the desired have difficulties in obtaining the desired airflow setting. cabin temperature if the temperature Cab Accessories setting is repeatedly changed. • Engage the air conditioner The mode of air distribution inside the cab compressor by pressing the air is set using the air distribution dial.
CONTROLS - Cab Accessories particular radio, see the supplemental appliances, such as a hand spotlight or port. It could result in a fire. Follow all operating manual for those units. small vacuum cleaner. warnings and instructions in the opera- Controls for the infotainment system are tor's manual for the appliance you are located on the Right Switch Pod of the WARNING...
CONTROLS - Cab Accessories Dome Light Interior cab lighting is controlled using the WARNING WARNING three-position, overhead, dome light switch: DO NOT drive with the glove box In a sudden stop or collision a heavy • On – Turns on the center, overhead open, it can be dangerous.
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CONTROLS - Cab Accessories the road, which could result in an acci- services. Not all emergency services WARNING dent involving death, personal injury or are in the database. equipment damage. Check legal weight and height restric- NOTE tions for the suggested route using the WARNING Telematic system.
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CONTROLS - Cab Accessories WARNING Warning/Informational Screen WARNING DO NOT let this device distract you while driving. Always concentrate on your driving. Distractions could cause an accident resulting in injuries to DO NOT let this device distract you or others. you while driving.
DRIVING - Starting and Operating Remember When Starting Vehicle in Cold that can cause a fire. Failure to comply Weather on page 130. Starting and Operating may result in death, personal injury, equipment damage, or property dam- For detailed information on starting and WARNING age.
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DRIVING - Starting and Operating Engine Block Heater (Option) Set the parking brake. manual for the right pressure for PACCAR has many variants of block your engine. If the oil pressure Put your main transmission in heater harnesses. If needed, work with doesn’t rise within a few seconds,...
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AWG cord for a 20-amp WARNING CAUTION load. PACCAR uses both 110 and 220 volt engine block heaters. Make sure to Ensure all components of the shore Always unplug heater before starting...
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DRIVING - Starting and Operating Configuration Voltage Amperage Wattage 1701–2400 0–3300 3301–4800 Engine, Under Hood Air Intake This switch opens a door in the engine air filter housing so that the air is taken from under the hood instead of outside air. This switch can be useful when starting the vehicle in cold weather conditions.
DRIVING - Starting and Operating Optional Icons pistons, liners, shafts, and bearings expand slowly and evenly. In Additional icons may be operational CAUTION extremely cold temperatures, you depending on individual vehicle may have to increase idle speed. specifications. Only operate the under hood intake air switch when outside temperatures are NOTE below 32°F (0°C).
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DRIVING - Starting and Operating haust fumes are entering the cab. In- NOTE vestigate the cause of the fumes and CAUTION correct it as soon as possible. If the vehicle must be driven under these Under most circumstances, idling your The use of a winterfront can result in conditions, drive only with the windows engine for long periods merely wastes...
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DRIVING - Lighting Controls operating the transmission in either in your vehicle for prolonged periods of NOTE forward or reverse range. time. If you have a two-transmission Keep the engine exhaust system and combination: How to Warm Up the Transmission the vehicle's cab ventilation system Put the main transmission in properly maintained.
DRIVING - Engine Operations headlight intensity. See Flash-to- Dependent on your engine these modes Lights, Daytime Pass on page 111. can be read inside the tachometer. For Running (Override) more information on PTO operation see • Flash-to-Thank (or Marker Lights on page 100.
Release the Parking Brake - (This configurations, some Vehicles with AUTO, it could engage suddenly with- is applicable only if PTO was PACCAR transmissions will display out warning. Before turning on the igni- activated while the truck was the letters AN in the transmission tion or switching from AUTO to MAN- stationary.)
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DRIVING - Engine Operations Engine Aftertreatment System take air temperatures, which may lead This vehicle has an engine aftertreatment CAUTION to overheating and possible engine system (EAS) to control vehicle exhaust damage. emissions. The EAS consists of the DO NOT operate the engine fan in the following: MANUAL position for extended peri- •...
(VRSL) LIM+ and LIM- (option) been pressed since the vehicle has been DO NOT use a retarder (engine brake, Cruise Control ON/OFF started. In vehicles with PACCAR TX-12 or exhaust brake, or transmission retard- Cruise Control (CC) SET+ and Eaton Endurant transmission, the cruise er) in heavy traffic.
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The vehicle speed must be greater than 10 speed going down hills. If the speed SET/RESUME switch on the mph (16 kph) for PACCAR powered increases going down a hill, use the dash vehicles or 30 mph (49 kph) for Cummins brakes to slow down.
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DRIVING - Engine Operations This vehicle may be equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) to enhance standard cruise control. With a forward radar and camera to detect objects in front of the vehicle, ACC will adjust the speed of the truck to maintain a set following Using the brake or clutch pedal to cancel distance when the Cruise Control is active.
DRIVING - Transmission Switch (MCS) use a standard, three bar, Air Filter Restriction Indicator following distance. (Option) Press the Toggle until the following An Air Filter Restriction Indicator may be distance bars illuminate in the view. installed on the air filter housing or air If the vehicle has Predictive Cruise Control, induction piping for access to clean, filtered you may have to press the Toggle multiple...
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Synchronizing reduces wear on the Current gear gine, clutch, and other transmission gears. Vehicles with the PACCAR TX-8/TX-12 components, and may cause damage. transmission will show the transmission mode, current gear, and diagnostic Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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DRIVING - Transmission Evaluate the road surface If you have a misaligned gear condition in • Never downshift when the vehicle conditions and terrain your vehicle your vehicle's transmission and cannot is moving too fast. is on. Select a gear low enough to start, gradually release the clutch, allowing •...
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DRIVING - Transmission If the transmission has a butt-tooth match your vehicle's engine speed with condition and you cannot engage a gear, driveline speed to achieve clash-free shifts. CAUTION gradually release the clutch. Then the drive The manual transmission in your vehicle is gear can roll enough to allow the teeth to not equipped with gear synchronizers.
Automated Transmissions The customer cannot change axle ra- tios or tires without first obtaining ap- Please read the transmission operator proval from PACCAR. Contact your manual included with your vehicle to WARNING nearest dealer. completely understand how to operate the transmission to optimize its efficiency.
DRIVING - Hydraulic Brakes presses on the master cylinder piston. As a and/or a fire. Failure to comply may re- safety precaution, the pressurized fluid Hydraulic Brakes sult in death, personal injury, equip- from the master cylinder has two mutually ment damage, or property damage.
DRIVING - Hydraulic Brakes Pull up on the parking brake lever until it reaches an over (top) center Parking Brake Burnishing CAUTION position. This procedure is recommended for new The parking brake indicator on the dash vehicles where less lever actuation force is Unless it is an absolute emergency, will come on prior to brake being fully required.
DRIVING - Air Brake System (option) approximately 2.5 miles, to allow parking brake, and trailer brake will utilize the brake drum to cool. this supply. WARNING Vehicles equipped with an air brake system Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 above are of the dual circuit type: it has a circuit until a total of 10 stops have been No indication will be given via the...
DRIVING - Air Brake System (option) the service brake relay valve control port. The relay valve then delivers air directly WARNING NOTE from the rear service air tank to the rear brake chambers in proportion to the treadle The anti-lock brake system is a critical Today's diesel engines have significant pressure.
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DRIVING - Air Brake System (option) To Release the Vehicle Parking automatically pop out. (A dash Brake ONLY warning light will indicate when the WARNING brake is ON.) • Push IN the Yellow knob on the dash. Your trailer will remain Shift the transmission into PARK DO NOT leave the cab of your vehicle parked.
DRIVING - Air Brake System (option) When system pressure reaches 50 psi (345 kPa) the Red knob may be WARNING CAUTION pushed IN. Hold the Red knob IN by hand until If the air pressure falls below 60 psi DO NOT attempt to move the vehicle the trailer air pressure builds to a (414 kPa), the spring brakes may before air system pressure reaches...
DRIVING - Air Brake System (option) To apply the trailer brakes only: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Pull OUT the Red knob. This will exhaust (FMVSS) 121 requirement that one control air from the trailer supply line, causing the should apply all the parking brakes on the vehicle protection valve to close and the vehicle.
DRIVING - Air Brake System (option) Compressor Supplies air to the system. System * Limits spring brake hold-off air pressure is controlled by the pressure delivered to the spring CAUTION governor. brake chambers. * Provides a quick release of air Governor Controls the air pressure in the pressure from the spring brake...
DRIVING - Brake Safety and Emergency (414 kPa), the vehicle and trailer Trailer Supply The Red octagonal-shaped knob vehicle should not be operated until spring brakes are automatically Valve protects the vehicle system; it the system is repaired and both brak- functions in conjunction with the applied.
DRIVING - Brake Safety and Emergency This feature is controlled by a switch on the may result in property damage, per- dash. Do not allow the traction control lamp WARNING sonal injury, or death. to remain on continuously for an extended length of time.
DRIVING - Brake Safety and Emergency system. Therefore it can be braking power, wheel lockups, or pulling of used to slow the vehicle. the vehicle to one side or the other. WARNING Avoid driving through deep puddles or Move a safe distance off the road flowing water if possible.
DRIVING - Retarders then apply the brakes gently, releasing and • Park the vehicle on level surface If your engine shuts down, the retarder gently reapplying until the brakes dry out, and block the wheels. will cease to operate. Always be ready restoring normal operation.
DRIVING - Retarders WARNING WARNING DO NOT use a retarder (en- DO NOT use a retarder (engine brake, gine brake, exhaust brake, or exhaust brake, or transmission retard- transmission retarder) when er) when operating your vehicle bobtail NOTE operating your vehicle bobtail or with an unloaded trailer.
DRIVING - Retarders ON, the engine brake automatically creates injury, equipment damage or WARNING its braking effect when you remove your property damage. foot from the accelerator pedal and If your vehicle is equipped with ABS, the DO NOT use a retarder (en- becomes active.
DRIVING - Axle and Suspension Engine Brake Indicator sand, mud or uneven surfaces. Look ahead and predict when the differential Axle and Suspension needs to be locked. Stop the vehicle and lock the differentials before approaching. Differential Lock While using the differential in the locked position, do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension To LOCK the Inter-Axle Differential Inter-Axle Differential Lock WHEEL DIFFERENTIAL. By moving the switch you can LOCK or UNLOCK Operation Anticipate when you might need the main differential when the vehicle increased traction, slow down to a is moving or stopped.
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension resume and the light on the switch Activate the Main Differential Lock • Shift the axle with the inter-axle will turn off. differential in the unlocked position Remove the air line. only. Remove the caging bolt from its •...
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension transmission normally to reach your desired cruising speed. CAUTION CAUTION How to Operate Two-Speed Axle - If you shift the axle range with the in- To avoid damaging your vehicle shift High to Low ter-axle differential in LOCK, you could the axle at slower travel speeds until These steps should be used if operating a seriously damage the axles.
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension Auxiliary Axle axle will raise when the park brakes are applied or if the vehicle is placed in WARNING reverse. For Non-Steer Lift Axles, the axle will only automatically raise if the park DO NOT operate or park the vehicle brakes are applied and there are no park with auxiliary...
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension will result in more traction from the drive regulator. These axles need to be Failure to do so can result in loss of axles. calibrated for load. traction and stability at the steer and/or Deflate the auxiliary axle suspension Contact your authorized dealer or axle/ drive axles and can result in increased before coupling or uncoupling a trailer.
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension • Maximum tire static loaded radius document the pressure-to-load ratio or (SLR) per axle manufacturers setting for future use. CAUTION specifications These instructions are general in nature. For more specific instructions, review the DO NOT modify the air system and/or Pusher or Tag Suspension pusher or tag suspension manufacturers control functionality on a factory instal-...
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DRIVING - Axle and Suspension vehicle for loading. A guard on the switch prevents you from accidentally deflating WARNING NOTE the suspension. The Suspension Air Pressure gauge DO NOT drive the vehicle if the air Exceeding local, state, or federal (optional) indicates the amount of air pressure is less than 100 psi (690 weight limits may result in citations.
DRIVING - Fifth Wheel the vehicle can be driven to a service Set the tractor parking brake. center. Connect the tractor brake air and WARNING electric lines to the trailer. Conduct a pre-trip inspection prior to Always inspect the fifth wheel for prop- Fifth Wheel releasing the brakes, raising the landing er locking after coupling the tractor to...
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DRIVING - Fifth Wheel the Kingpin Release switch will Ease tractor forward enough for the Releasing the Kingpin Manually illuminate. kingpin to clear the fifth wheel The notification will inform the (about 12 to 18 inches). CAUTION operator when to release the switch.
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DRIVING - Fifth Wheel Disconnect brake air and electric Suspension Dump Symbol lines from trailer, and secure lines. WARNING Unlock the fifth wheel release handle if necessary, then unlock DO NOT move the fifth wheel while the fifth wheel. the tractor-trailer is in motion. Your load could shift suddenly, causing you to lose control of the vehicle.
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DRIVING - Fifth Wheel If locking plungers did not fully locked within the fifth wheel when withdraw, move tractor slightly WARNING changing slide positions. to reposition plungers and reinspect. DO NOT move the fifth wheel while Position the tractor and trailer in a If plungers are still not fully the tractor-trailer is in motion.
DRIVING - Driving Tips and Techniques Coasting reposition plungers and reinspect. CAUTION WARNING WARNING Both the fifth wheel plate and the slide DO NOT coast with the transmission in tracks (if a slider) should be cleaned neutral or with the clutch pedal de- Do not operate the vehicle un- and lubricated periodically to ensure pressed, it is a dangerous practice.
DRIVING - Driving Tips and Techniques Descending a Grade higher gear to bring engine rpm within the optimum speed range. NOTE • When driving downhill: shift to a WARNING lower gear, use the engine brake (if Often these recommendations are so equipped), and use the service DO NOT hold the brake pedal down secondary to maintaining an adequate...
DRIVING - Stopping the Vehicle Use of Digital Display General Condition Proper maintenance will keep the vehicle running like new even after long periods of Other factors affecting fuel consumption use. The driver must perform the daily and WARNING are related to loads and the type of roads weekly checks of the vehicle.
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DRIVING - Stopping the Vehicle bearings. This way you can prevent fuel will damage the aftertreatment serious engine damage that may result WARNING system and impact the engine emis- from uneven cooling. sions which will result in the engine not Turbocharger DO NOT carry additional fuel contain- meeting emission regulations.
DRIVING - Stopping the Vehicle Final Stopping Procedures loosen the brakes and cause the vehi- cle to roll, resulting in an accident. Al- ways set the parking brake. Failure to WARNING comply may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. When parking a vehicle, fully raise lift axles that are not equipped with a parking brake.
DRIVING - Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS) Secure the vehicle. Close all the the equivalent braking to a bobtail tractor death, personal injury, equipment windows and lock all the doors. not equipped with a proportioning system. damage, or property damage. Trailer ABS Power Line Communication (PLC) Anti-Lock Brake Systems WARNING...
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DRIVING - Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS) For doubles or triples, the lamp does not control the Trailer ABS Warning Lamp in distinguish between trailers. An ABS the cab and the vehicle has been ordered WARNING problem in any of the trailers will activate with the option to turn on this lamp for the Trailer ABS Warning Lamp.
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DRIVING - Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS) Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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MAINTENANCE - Chapter 5 | MAINTENANCE New Vehicle Maintenance Schedule....................185 First Day............................185 First 50-100 mi / 80-160 km......................185 First 500 mi / 800 km.........................185 First 2,000 mi / 3,218 km........................186 First 3,000-5,000 mi / 4,800-8,000 km....................186 Preventive Maintenance Intervals..................... 187 Fender Liners............................
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MAINTENANCE - Cab Maintenance..........................229 Safety Restraint System - Inspection....................234 Cooling System Maintenance......................237 Windshield Wiper/Washer.........................241 Exterior Lighting..........................242 Electrical System..........................245 Engine Maintenance......................... 255 Fuel System............................262 Frame..............................264 Front Axle and Suspension....................... 265 Heater and Air Conditioner Maintenance..................268 Noise and Emission Control......................270 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank.........................273 Rear Axle and Suspension........................274...
MAINTENANCE - New Vehicle Maintenance Schedule New Vehicle Maintenance First Day Schedule First Day Perform a total vehicle alignment once a body is installed on the truck chassis. Steering U-joint Pinch Bolt • Refer to Steering Shaft Bolt Torque Specifications on page 278 for maintenance instructions.
MAINTENANCE - First 2,000 mi / 3,218 km First 500 mi / 800 km Front Axle U-Bolt Torque • Refer to Suspension U-Bolts, Class 10.9 on page 293 for maintenance instructions. Charge Air Cooler and Air Intake Pipe Clamps • Retorque fasteners.
MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals First 3,000-5,000 mi / 4,800-8,000 km Transmission Lubrication • Refer to Transmission Operator's Manual for maintenance instructions. Axle Lubrication. • For Meritor axle, refer to Meritor Axle Lubrication on page 213 for maintenance instructions. • For Eaton/Dana axle, refer to Eaton/Dana Axle Lubrication on page 214 for maintenance instructions.
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals • The parking brake is applied. ards. Keep an approved fire extin- WARNING guisher near to you. Failure to comply • All wheels are blocked (front and may result in death, personal injury, rear). wear neckties, jewelry, equipment or property damage.
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals regarding which interval to follow. Consult • The initial fill of drive axle lubricant operator's manual for the supplier for specific recommendations must be changed before the end of recommended lubrication where discrepancies develop between the first scheduled maintenance specifications and service intervals.
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals • Check inflation pressure. Weekly "cold" using calibrated gauge. (Refer to Tires on page 279 for maintenance instructions.) Driveshafts - Models SPL-90, 1710 and 1810 slip member and U-joints • Inspect. U-joint inspections should be performed every time a vehicle comes in for scheduled maintenance. Driveshafts - Models SPL-100 slip member and U-joints •...
MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Air - Air dryer (ON HIGHWAY) • Overhaul. 360,000 miles/576,000 km (Refer to Air Dryer Maintenance on page 219 for maintenance instructions.) Safety - Three-point Safety Belt System • Inspect. 20,000 miles/32,000km If the vehicle is exposed to severe environmental or working conditions, more frequent inspections may be necessary.
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 750 mi / 1,207 km / 1 mo Front Axle (Meritor) - Drawkeys • Tighten nuts. (Refer to Steering System on page 277 for maintenance instructions.) Disc Brakes (Bendix ® ) - System operation •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 mo Frame - Engine Mounting • Refer to Engine Mounting on page 262 for maintenance instructions. Contact an authorized vehicle OEM dealership if engine mounts need servicing. Front Suspension - Spring Pins •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 mo Disc Brakes (Bendix ® ) - Caliper slide pins • Inspect protective caps of the guide pins for damage or cracking. (Refer to Air Disc Brakes on page 224 for maintenance instructions.) Hydraulic Brakes - Brake pad lining...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 mo Driveshafts - Models SPL-140/140HD/170/170HD/250/250HD slip members and U-joints (OFF HIGHWAY) • Lubricate Battery Boxes, Tool Boxes, and Steps - Battery cables • Check the condition of the cables, cushion clamps, nylon tie straps, and routing. Replace a cushion clamp if the rubber has deteriorated.
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 mo Battery Boxes, Tool Boxes, and Steps - Battery Cable Fasteners • Check battery cable fasteners and tighten as necessary to 10-15 lb-ft (13.6-20.3 N·m) as specified on the battery label. (Refer to Batteries on page 249 for maintenance instructions.) Electrical and lights - Headlights...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 mo Electrical and lights - Wheel sensors • Check for damaged sensors and connectors, and worn or frayed wires. (Refer to Electrical System on page 245 for maintenance instructions.) Electrical and lights - Fuel and diesel exhaust fluid tank sending unit •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 7,500 mi / 12,000 km / 6 mo Air - System • Lubricate. (Refer to Air System on page 216 for maintenance instructions.) Air - Inline filters • Replace elements or clean with solvent. (Refer to Air System on page 216 for maintenance instructions.) Air - Air dryer...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Front Axle (Meritor) - Steering knuckle spindles, thrust bearings, kingpins, drawkeys, tie rod ends, steering stops, and bushings • Inspect for wear and damage and endplay. Shim or replace as required. (Refer to Steering System on page 277 for maintenance instructions.)
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Front Suspension - Front Spring • Front Axle and Suspension on page 265 for maintenance instructions.) Front Suspension - Spring Pins and Shackles • Inspect for worn parts and excessive joint clearance. Shim or replace as required. (Refer to Front Axle and Suspension on page 265 for maintenance instructions.)
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Drive Axle (Dana) - Air Shift Unit • Check the lubricant level. (Refer to Drive Axle - Dana on page 276.) • Remove the housing cover and drain the lubricant. Wash the parts thoroughly and dry in air. (Refer to Drive Axle - Dana page 276.) Drive Axle (Dana) - Breather...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Drive Axle (Dana) - Magnetic drain plug and breather (OFF HIGHWAY) • Clean or replace. (Refer to Drive Axle - Dana on page 276.) Drive Axle (Meritor) - Axle Housing •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Rear Suspension - Frame and crossmember bolts • Check the torque. Tighten to specified torque value as required. (Refer to Frame Fastener Torque Requirements on page 292.) Rear Suspension - Mounting brackets and fasteners •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Hydraulic Brakes - Park Brake • Inspect for wear, cracks, or breakage. (minimum 2.5 mm (0.10 in)) (Refer to Hydraulic Brake System on page 226 for maintenance instructions.) Clutch - Clutch linkage •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Cooling - Fan clutch • Check for air leaks. (Refer to Engine Fan on page 258 for maintenance instructions.) • Check the fan drive bearings (turn the sheave in both directions to check for worn hub bearings). (Refer to Engine Fan on page 258 for maintenance instructions.)
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Power Steering - Steering linkage • Check all joints for excessive lash; replace as required. (Refer to Steering System on page 277 for maintenance instructions.) Power Steering - Drag link castle nut and ball stud •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 15,000 mi / 24,000 km / 12 mo Power Steering - Drag link and tie rod arm ball sockets (OFF HIGHWAY or CITY DELIVERY) • Lubricate (Chevron Delo EP NLGI-2 grease or equivalent). (Refer to Steering System on page 277 for maintenance instructions.)
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Steer Axle Wheel Ends - Steer Axle Semi-Fluid (Adjusted) with Semi-Fluid Synthetic Grease • Use Delo SF, Mobil SHC 007: Refer to PACCAR FX-20 Front Axle Lubrication on page 267 for maintenance instructions. Steer Axle Wheel Ends - Steer Axle Grease Pack (Adjusted) with Heavy-Duty Multipurpose Lithium Base •...
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MAINTENANCE - Preventive Maintenance Intervals Every 60,000 mi / 96,000 km Power Steering System - Fluid and Filter Change • It is extremely difficult for an owner-operator to change the fluid or filter of the Power Steering Reservoir in an environmentally responsible manner without specialized tools and training.
Install new Pre-cleaner Filter Assembly. (Refer to How to Remove the Pre-cleaner Filter on page 260.)) Main and Auxiliary Transmission - (PACCAR 8 Speed Transmission) (ON HIGHWAY) • Drain lubricant while warm. Flush each unit with clean flushing oil. How to Remove a Fender Liner...
MAINTENANCE - Lubricants Align hood guide with groove on injury, or death. They can also damage liner: “LOCATE TO HOOD WARNING the paint on the vehicle. REINFORCEMENT.” Gently insert then twist all four Exhaust fumes from the engine con- locking fasteners ¼ turn clockwise tain carbon monoxide, a colorless and CAUTION to secure liner.
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MAINTENANCE - Lubricants Transmissions, Axles, and Hubs Oil Changes NOTE See the manufacturer's operator's manual for recommended lubrication specifications CAUTION and maintenance intervals. Keep the engine exhaust system and the vehicle's cab ventilation system When adding oil, types and brands of properly maintained.
Overflow of oil can also escape PACCAR TX-8 Lubrication onto clutch or parking brake. When adding Refer to your transmission manual oil, do not mix different types of oil.
MAINTENANCE - Lubricants Meritor rear axles that do not appear on • Refer to the Meritor Field • See your dealer for Meritor- the list above will continue to require an Maintenance Manual for a approved lubricant brands. initial drain at 3,000-5,000 miles particular axle for lubricant •...
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MAINTENANCE - Lubricants • Change the lubricant within the first • Refer to the Eaton Field • See your dealer for Eaton- 5,000 miles (8,000 km) of operation Maintenance Manual for a approved lubricant brands. after a carrier head replacement, particular axle for lubricant •...
MAINTENANCE - Air System result in equipment or property dam- Air System NOTE age. The operation of the vehicle’s braking Turn engine off and open hood. Remember to replace vent plug or system and many vehicle accessories threaded filler plug when done. Wipe outside of power steering depends on the storage and application of reservoir cover so that no dirt can...
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MAINTENANCE - Air System springs, and injury can result if not WARNING WARNING properly disassembled. Use only prop- er tools, and observe all precautions Prior to the removal of any air system Never connect or disconnect a hose or pertaining to use of those tools. Failure component, always block and hold the line containing air pressure.
MAINTENANCE - Dual Air System Function Test Your vehicle’s compressor takes outside air and soaking them in solvent. Blow and compresses it, usually to 100-120 psi dry with pressurized air before WARNING (689-827 kPa). The compressed air then reinstalling them. goes to the reservoirs to be stored until Twice a Year Use of an air dryer brand or model that...
MAINTENANCE - Air Dryer Maintenance moisture in the air brake system by air did not pass through the drying opening air tanks, drain cocks, or valves bed. NOTE and checking for presence of water. A tablespoon of water found in the air tank NOTE Tractor air system must be connected would point to the need for a desiccant...
MAINTENANCE - Air Tanks Standards (FMVSS 121 - Air Brake Systems). As the Warning above states, Air Tanks WARNING any other type of air dryer installed in the place of an AD-HF Series will require Use of an air dryer brand or model that changes, modifications and/or additions to WARNING differs from what was originally instal-...
MAINTENANCE - Air Gauges and Air Leaks The Primary and Secondary Air Pressure ing the risk of an accident. Failure to gauges are shown in the Primary Gauges CAUTION comply may result in death, personal View on the Digital Display. injury, equipment damage, or property At start-up, the Primary and Secondary Air damage...
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MAINTENANCE - Air Gauges and Air Leaks • When an air system component is Turn the Ignition Switch to OFF replaced (stopping the engine) and then NOTE back to the ON position, but don't • When a leak is suspected start the engine.
MAINTENANCE - Air Compressor element if clogged. Check moved from the ignition, and wheels compressor mounting and drive for Air Compressor chocked securely. If the vehicle is not alignment and belt tension. Adjust properly secured to prevent move- if necessary. All compressors, regardless of make or ment, it could roll unintentionally.
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Drum brakes approximately 0.08 in. (2 mm) operated or configured as a truck, nor • Cam radius thick. Contact a PACCAR Service shall a truck be operated or configured Center if the pad wear is • Wedge angle as a tractor, without significant modifi- approaching the maximum pad •...
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MAINTENANCE - Brake System Quick Visual Inspection of Pad Chamber Type Stroke Caliper Detail Thickness and Rotor 16, 20 & 24 (front 1" - 1-3/4" (25.4 - Location of Wear Indicator brakes) 44.4 mm) Notches (both sides of brake) Brake Chamber Stroke Operational Checks of Automatic Slack Adjusters •...
MAINTENANCE - Brake System pressure. Do not apply the parking forces at all wheels. Tires are also a very brake. important part of the whole system. How WARNING fast you can stop depends on how much Apply pressure to the brake pedal friction there is between the road and your and measure the distance the air Do not manually adjust automatic...
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MAINTENANCE - Brake System Brake Fluid Check and Refill plenishing the system or seal damage WARNING can result. WARNING DO NOT use any replacement part in Wear protective clothing when han- the brake system unless it conforms CAUTION dling hydraulic fluid. It is mildly toxic exactly to original specifications.
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MAINTENANCE - Brake System Insert the rubber diaphragm into System Components replace all disc brake pads on one axle, at reservoir. both ends, at the same time. To prevent leakage, ensure that the Calipers Visually inspect calipers for brake fluid seal in the reservoir cap is in good leakage, damaged or defective pistons or piston boots.
MAINTENANCE - Cab Maintenance replaced. Inspect brake drum for deep them. Failure to comply may result in parts. Failure to comply may result in scores, heat spots, cracks, or damage. personal injury or death. death, personal injury, equipment Replace if needed. damage, or property damage.
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MAINTENANCE - Cab Maintenance Exterior and Engine Compartment surfaces and apply a thin coat of ponent which may cause a fire or rust preventive lubricant around Corrosive materials used to remove ice, equipment damage. Failure to comply bolts or other fasteners. snow, and dust from the road can collect may result in death, personal injury, •...
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MAINTENANCE - Cab Maintenance • If surface rust is encountered, • First remove loose dirt, dust, or wash the surface and use a debris with a vacuum cleaner. NOTE commercial polishing compound to • Use a soft brush to loosen caked- clean off the rust, followed by a on dirt before vacuuming it away.
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MAINTENANCE - Cab Maintenance • Any other strong solvent death, personal injury, equipment ing. An occupant could become trap- • Abrasive cleaners damage, or property damage. ped in the vehicle if water seeps into • Sunscreen the lock cylinder and freezes. Prevent locks from freezing in the winter by WARNING squirting glycerin or lock deicer into...
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MAINTENANCE - Cab Maintenance Using soapy water, wash the tors, seals or flexible hoses on the en- vehicle with a clean soft cloth or a CAUTION gine. Failure to comply can accelerate soft brush made for automotive corrosion and degrade electrical com- cleaning.
MAINTENANCE - Safety Restraint System - Inspection After cleaning and drying the entire Slide the filter cover towards the Close and secure the vehicle's vehicle, apply a quality automotive rear of the vehicle, until you are hood. wax to protect the vehicle's finish. able to remove the cover.
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MAINTENANCE - Safety Restraint System - Inspection Web cut or frayed or extremely worn at latch area WARNING Web cut or frayed at D-loop web guide It is important to remember that any Web for deterioration, due to time a vehicle is involved in an acci- exposure to the sun dent, the entire seat belt system must Comfort Clip cracked or damaged...
MAINTENANCE - Safety Restraint System - Inspection • Environmental conditions, such as Check the Komfort Latch for cracks dirt and ultraviolet rays from the or possible damage and check for WARNING sun, will reduce the life of the seat proper operation. belt system.
Coolant is toxic. Avoid contact with Engineering Standard 14603 for ISX and only replaced with an authorized PACCAR eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes with PX series engines, and MAT74002 Parts replacement seat belt. If the large amounts of water for 15 minutes.
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Condition CAUTION Perform a visual inspection of the coolant. NOTE Use of non-genuine PACCAR coolant It should have no cloudiness or floating filters can cause severe engine dam- debris. Determine the chemical inhibitor Maximum recommended ELC concen- age.
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DO NOT use sealing addi- tives or soluble oils in the cooling sys- Add ELC extender, if necessary, according tem. The use of sealing additives can The use of non-genuine PACCAR to the corrosion inhibitor concentration coolant filters may cause severe en- •...
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MAINTENANCE - Cooling System Maintenance "MIN" line, regardless of engine How to Add Coolant to the Cooling coolant solutions contain ethylene gly- temperature. System col, which is poisonous. Failure to Bulkhead Mounted Coolant Surge Tank comply may result in death or personal injury.
MAINTENANCE - Windshield Wiper/Washer engine coolant pipe, open the air depending on the outside bleed valve before filling the surge temperature. NOTE tank. Maintain a low idle until the Close any open coolant drain thermostat opens and the Store coolant and antifreeze carefully. valves in the lower engine coolant operating temperature stabilizes.
MAINTENANCE - Exterior Lighting Check the washer reservoir water level daily, located in the engine compartment. If Headlight Assembly Exterior Lighting necessary, refill to the proper level. How to Replace a Headlight Bulb Refilling the Washer Fluid Reservoir Each headlight assembly contains three bulbs: •...
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LED replacement light sources are not • Bulbs should be replaced with a housing and then insert. approved for use in PACCAR head- premium brand. Bulbs with the long Twist socket clockwise to lock. lamps. Using an incorrect bulb type life designation "LL"...
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MAINTENANCE - Exterior Lighting Oil from human skin can focus the • A headlamp lens should only be al injury, equipment damage, or prop- light locally, resulting in early bulb buffed by a professional polishing erty damage. failure. service. To avoid stripping the lens of its protective coating, do not •...
MAINTENANCE - Electrical System Final Checks For situations where the battery will be disconnected (for example, service or After everything is reconnected, CAUTION maintenance of the vehicle), please wait 20 turn on your headlights and check minutes before disconnecting battery for operation.
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MAINTENANCE - Electrical System Thirty seconds before the countdown ends, the Battery WARNING NOTE Voltage indicator is replaced by the amber (or red) LVD telltale . The DO NOT use the Spare Battery A and All LVD circuits are color-coded blue LVD notification will turn red and B circuits or other circuits that are con- on the central electrical panel cover la-...
MAINTENANCE - Electrical System Additional fuses for the alternator, engine electronics and trailer battery charge circuit NOTE may be located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) inside the battery box and/ Polyswitches/circuit breakers are al- or on the engine side of the cab firewall. lowed in certain locations as indicated by the label on the fuse box.
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MAINTENANCE - Electrical System • HIGH BEAM SUP The lighting control unit is limited to 20 can detect that this is occurring if the turn amps or nine (9) 25 watt incandescent signal indicators in the dash operate • LH DR / DOOR LOCK bulbs total (per side) for the combination of intermittently.
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MAINTENANCE - Electrical System Batteries in damage to the vehicle and/or batter- Regular attention to the charging system CAUTION ies. will help prolong the service life of the batteries. Connecting to an unapproved CAN CAUTION network may trigger CAN fault codes. The manufacturer will not warrant fail- WARNING ures or damage caused to CAN net-...
MAINTENANCE - Electrical System adjustment. It results in • To avoid short circuits, damage to burns. A spark or flame near a battery overheating of the battery, warped the vehicle, or personal injury, on charge may cause it to explode plates, and evaporation of never place metal tools or jumper with great force.
MAINTENANCE - Electrical System relays, radio, etc., as well as the Cranking Battery Specification place, you could slip and fall, resulting battery charger. Fast charging a in possible injury to yourself. battery is dangerous and should Category Specification only be attempted by a qualified technician with the proper Group In Cab Battery Access...
MAINTENANCE - Electrical System thorized recycling center for informa- tion on recycling automotive batteries. NOTE CAUTION Follow the procedures below to reinstall batteries on the vehicle and replace parts Make sure to reconnect the ground Before disconnecting battery power, removed for access. (negative) cable last.
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MAINTENANCE - Electrical System Failure to comply may result in proper- post charging batteries to charge WARNING ty damage, personal injury, or death. them. Fairings not installed properly could WARNING NOTE come loose and cause other motorists to have an injury accident. It is impor- tant that fairings be installed properly.
MAINTENANCE - Electrical System (connections removed) from the with parking lights when the selected doors circuit. are locked or unlocked. There are two key fobs provided with the system which • Before welding, disconnect all Quantity Type provide secure rolling code technology that electronic connections to the prevents someone from recording the entry vehicle batteries.
MAINTENANCE - Engine Maintenance Within 3 seconds press and hold information contained in the Engine the passenger door’s lock button Operator Manual supplied with the vehicle. WARNING for 5 seconds, then release the button. At this time you should hear WARNING Never idle your vehicle for prolonged the vehicle cycle the locking...
MAINTENANCE - Engine Maintenance Check Engine Oil Level level. Correct oil level is between Top up with oil, if necessary, via the the low (L) and high (H) marks on filler opening. Use the correct the dipstick. grade in the correct quantity. For oil WARNING replacement, please see engine Operator’s Manual included with...
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MAINTENANCE - Engine Maintenance Application Type of Clamp lb-in. N•m Radiator and Heat Exchanger Constant Torque CT-L 90-110 10.2-12.5 Hoses Heater Hoses Constant Tension not required not required Air Intake Pipes Hi Torque HTM-L 100-125 11.3-14.2 Plastic Air Intake Pipes Constant Torque CT-L 10.0 Charge Air Intake Hoses...
MAINTENANCE - Engine Maintenance Slip the belt around the idler pulley conditions (e.g. fan belt misaligned attached to the automatic or excessive wear/damage, etc.). tensioner. • With the engine idling and the hood Release the automatic tensioner. open, stand at the front of the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE - Engine Maintenance Air Intake System Turbocharger this immediately. If you detect any deficiencies, take the vehicle to an Engine heat, vibration, and age combine to authorized dealer for servicing. Delay could loosen air intake connections and cause WARNING lead to severe and expensive damage to cracks in the tubing and elbows.
The filter can be removed by ment is needed. Using a non-genuine gently pulling it directly out of the PACCAR air filter decreases sealing Engine Air Filter Pre-Cleaner main enclosure. Be careful not to strength and impacts correct align-...
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MAINTENANCE - Engine Maintenance Perform with hood open (see How to Open • Warm, low-pressure water source Flush dirt from filter using warm, the Hood on page 15), standing on either low-pressure water applied to side of hood. cleaner (engine side) side of filter CAUTION until water runs clear.
MAINTENANCE - Fuel System Install and tighten remaining Engine Mounting fasteners, then torque to 7–11 lb-ft Fuel System (9–15 N∙m). CAUTION Reinstall Fender Liner (How to Please follow these recommendations Reinstall a Fender Liner on page when you are changing your fuel filters or DO NOT retorque or reuse existing 210).
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• 1" wrench Install new upper and lower If draining to replace the filter, • New PACCAR primary fuel filter O-rings. before opening valve, push one element designed for this Install new fuel filter element. end of hose onto drain valve and...
MAINTENANCE - Frame Fuel Tank • Do not use the ECU or engine gue, surface damage, or a collision, ground stud for the ground of the Check the strap tightness. Tighten to the only permanent repair is to replace welding probe. proper torque value as required: the damaged frame member with a •...
MAINTENANCE - Front Axle and Suspension Kingpin Lubrication • Clean and oil all moving parts. • Install fifth wheel. Refer to the Shop Manual, "Fifth Wheel • Lubricate the lock mechanism with Installation." a lithium-base grease. Tighten all frame fasteners with a torque •...
MAINTENANCE - Front Axle and Suspension Suspension Lubrication Inspection your vehicle to an authorized dealer familiar with aligning wheels on your For all vehicles, mandatory maintenance vehicle. procedures include retightening all U-bolts and inspecting the suspension for loose, Suspension U-Bolts damaged, or abnormally worn fasteners.
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DO NOT operate the vehicle if the sus- rate from the vehicle and cause a seri- DO NOT mix with sodium-based pension U-bolts are not properly tight- ous accident. Use only PACCAR re- grease. ened. Improperly tightened (loose) placement parts. Failure to comply...
MAINTENANCE - Heater and Air Conditioner Maintenance • Keep the exhaust pipe area clear to help reduce the buildup of Heater and Air Conditioner NOTE exhaust gas under the vehicle. Maintenance • Check the drain tube of the fresh If it is difficult to grease either the up- air inlet for trapped water before per or lower bearing, try greasing the The combination heater-air conditioner...
MAINTENANCE - Heater and Air Conditioner Maintenance Heater and recharging the air conditioning WARNING system must be conducted by a quali- CAUTION fied technician in an approved facility. Air conditioning refrigerant can be haz- Failure to comply may result in death, ardous to your health.
MAINTENANCE - Noise and Emission Control • Check the engine belt for condition After removing the required panels, the Replace the Recirculation Air Filter and proper tension. filter can be pulled from the blower unit Please contact an authorized dealer when without using any tools.
MAINTENANCE - Noise and Emission Control manufactured by Kenworth. Defects in Air Intake Removing or rendering inoperative Cutting holes in, or cutting away part design, assembly, or in any part, System the air filter housing/silencers or of noise insulators intake piping component, or system of the vehicle as Removing hood-mounted noise insulation...
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MAINTENANCE - Noise and Emission Control gasket; replace gasket if at flanges and mounting brackets necessary. for tightness. CAUTION • Check cap screws for tightness, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) including those at the flanges. • Check DPF, clamps, and mounting Air leaks cause excessive noise and Refer to the engine manufacturer's brackets.
MAINTENANCE - Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank of the vehicle. Do not modify the • Substituting a different main fiberglass fender shields with end of the pipe in any way. transmission or driveline fiberglass and resin. components, other than design- Engine Fan and Shroud •...
MAINTENANCE - Rear Axle and Suspension sonal injury, equipment or property Rear Axle and Suspension NOTE damage. The vehicle's suspension, by design, Failure to follow these recommenda- requires a minimal amount of maintenance. WARNING tions could void warranty. However, suspensions in over-the-road operations require periodic inspection to Visual Inspection Failure to maintain the specified torque...
U-bolts are not properly tight- rate from the vehicle and cause a seri- (96,000 km) after. Torque ened. Improperly tightened (loose) ous accident. Use only PACCAR re- recommendations apply to fasteners suspension U-bolts can lead to an un- placement parts. Failure to comply...
MAINTENANCE - Rear Axle Alignment should be even with the bottom of the filler • Dana Spicer Axles with synthetic formance of their product, and for hole. lubrication and Out Runner Seals: product and patent liability. drain, flush, and refill at 500,000 miles (804,000 km).
MAINTENANCE - Steering System Suspension alignment should be checked Hydraulic fluid (under low pressure) ty, visually check the steering gear and when any one of the following conditions provides the power to operate the steering components. Frequent checks are im- exist: gear.
MAINTENANCE - Steering System • Crosstube: Is it straight? indicator and should generally ing them down. Failure to comply may not drop below the middle point • Drag link castle nut: Check for result in equipment or property dam- between the Maximum and looseness or interference.
MAINTENANCE - Driveline condition is essential to the safe, efficient operation of your vehicle. Regular, frequent Pitman Arm Clamp Bolt Driveline inspection and the right care will give you the assurance of safe and reliable tire See the driveshaft manufacturer's operator Fastener Size Torque Spec.
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MAINTENANCE - Tires Checking Inflation Pressure deflate a warm tire to the specified death, personal injury, equipment pressure. Low pressure is a tire’s worst enemy. damage, or property damage. Underinflation allows tires to flex improperly, causing high temperatures to WARNING build up.
MAINTENANCE - Tires Matching Tires Vehicle Tire Expected injury, equipment damage, or property Load Pressure Total Tire Be sure to buy matching tires for your damage. Mileage vehicle, especially on the rear axles. Mismatched tires can cause stress Replacing Tires 60% over 35% low between axles and cause the temperature...
MAINTENANCE - Wheels with speed restricted tires and should Wheels NOTE not be operated at speeds in excess of maximum rated speed. Failure to com- After the vehicle travels about 50 to 100 To prolong your tires' life and make ply may cause sudden tire failure, re- miles (80 to 160 km), wheel mountings them safer, have their radial and later-...
MAINTENANCE - Wheels Wheel Replacement with Disc raise the front of the vehicle off the ground Brake Option to allow the wheel to spin freely. While WARNING rotating the wheel, check to ensure there is adequate clearance between the wheel WARNING Always support the vehicle with appro- and disc brake assembly.
MAINTENANCE - Wheels Wheel Bearings Hub Piloted Disc Wheels This is a job you may not be able to do yourself. You need the right torquing Service the bearings, seals and oil. This equipment to do it. interval may be different depending on the results of the regular inspection.
MAINTENANCE - Wheels Comparing Hub Piloted and Ball original specifications or that is mis- mounting. Failure to comply may result Seat Parts matched could cause the wheels to in property damage, personal injury, or break and separate from the vehicle. death.
Use only an oil-coalescing specifications and service intervals. dryer as part of transmission maintenance. desiccant cartridge as a replacement. Refer to the PACCAR TX-12 Operator's Failure to comply will void the trans- Manual for details. mission warranty and may cause CAUTION transmission damage.
MAINTENANCE - Hydraulic Clutch Clutch Adjustment letters MIN to indicate minimum fluid level and MAX to indicate the maximum fluid Hydraulic Clutch Some clutches are self-adjusting, however; level recommended for proper operation. there are manually adjusted clutches that Be sure to maintain the fluid between the The clutch pedal position is factory set and will require the operator to know when to MIN and MAX levels indicated on the...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts Application Type of Clamp lb-in. N•m Radiator and Heat Exchanger Constant Torque CT-L 90-110 10.2-12.5 Hoses Heater Hoses Constant Tension not required not required Air Intake Pipes Hi Torque HTM-L 100-125 11.3-14.2 Plastic Air Intake Pipes Constant Torque CT-L 10.0 Charge Air Intake Hoses...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts Torque for Inner and Outer Cap Nuts and Rim Clamp Nuts Wheel and Nut Configuration Stud Size lb-ft N•m Steel or Aluminum Disc-Type 3/4-16 450-500 610-680 Wheel; Double Cap Nut 1-1/8-16 450-500 610-680 Mounting; Standard 7/8 Radius Ball Seat Heavy-Duty Steel Disc-Type 15/16-12...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts Lubrication Specification Chart *Consult manufacturer or lubricant supplier for special details. NOTE The responsibility for meeting these specifications, the quality of the prod- uct, and its performance in service rests with the lubricant supplier. Component Lubrication Index Application Type Steering Column...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts Application Type Clutch Release Bearings High temperature ball bearing grease. Chevron SRI Mobile Grease HP, Texaco Multifax 2 Brake Shoe Anchor Pins High Temperature grease (Timken Spec. 0-616) Brake Cam Bearings High Temperature grease (Timken Spec. 0-616) Slack Adjusters Multipurpose chassis grease Starter Bearings...
MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts Application Type Door Weatherstrip Silicone lubricant Hub-piloted Aluminum Wheels Coat the wheel pilot or hub pads with Freylube #3 lubricant (light colored) or Chevron Zinc lube. Do not get lubricant on the face of the wheel or the hub. Manual Transmission Hydraulic Clutch DOT3 (Brake Fluid) (1) Consult manufacturer or lubricant supplier for special details.
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Tighten all U-bolts with a torque wrench. U- U-bolts must be tightened in a specific bolt torque requirements in the table below sequence. Take your vehicle to an apply to PACCAR proprietary suspensions authorized dealer to tighten the U-bolts on using clean, lightly lubricated (Chevron your vehicle.
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275–320 (373– 370–415 502–563 U-bolt) 16 UNF 434) Bulb Type of Notes Location Bulb For all non-PACCAR suspension TL180 (Axle ¾ -in. 275–320 (373– systems, see the manufacturer’s U-bolt) 16 UNF 434) Low beam/ 9007LL Dual operator’s manual for torque...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts Bulb Type of Notes Bulb Type of Notes TORQUE SIZE/TYPE Location Bulb Location Bulb lb-ft N•m Stop/ Tail 1157 BULB Warning #37 or 73 1-1/4 -in. 1,380-1,630 1,877-2,217 turn or LED lamp (T1 3/4 module wedge Backup 1156 BULB...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts AG380 Torque Values AG400L and AG210L Torque Values Fastener Torque lb-ft Fastener Name (N•m) Tracking Fastener Torque lb-ft Fastener Torque lb•ft Fastener Fastener rod bolts Name (N•m) Name (N•m) (all) Drive M20 x 2.5 Bar pin 325–425 Air spring 36–51 (49–...
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MAINTENANCE - Specification Reference Charts TL180 Torque Values TL135 Torque Values AG180 Torque Values Fastener Torque lb•ft Fastener Torque lb•ft Fastener Torque lb•ft Fastener Fastener Fastener Name (N•m) Name (N•m) Name (N•m) Spring Pivot 260–340 Spring Pivot 260–340 Spring Pivot 260–340 Eye Bolt (353–461)
MAINTENANCE - Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Updates (See Roadside Assistance on page Over-the-Air (OTA) CAUTION 29). Software Updates • If unsuccessful, "System Update Follow all instructions to prevent the Failed" appears AND the system vehicle from becoming inoperable. When OTA system updates are available automatically starts restoring the Avoid high electrical power draw by for selected Electronic Control Units...
INFORMATION - Consumer Information remedy campaign. However, NHTSA Transport Canada, ASFAD Place de Ville cannot get involved in individual problems Tower C 330 Sparks St. Ottawa, ON K1A Consumer Information between you, your dealer, and vehicle manufacturer. Contacting NHTSA is For additional road safety information, How to Order Replacement Parts possible through telephone, written mail,...
INFORMATION - Vehicle Identification Labels • Back of cab, left-hand rear panel, edge or on the driver’s side door frame. It lower edge contains the following information: • Tire, Rim, and Weight Rating Data • GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight label (truck) Rating •...
INFORMATION - Vehicle Identification Labels Federal Safety Standard includes the weight of the empty vehi- Certification Label WARNING cle, loading platform, occupants, fuel, The NHTSA regulations require a label and any load. certifying compliance with Federal Safety DO NOT exceed the specified load rat- Standards, for United States and U.S.
Ratio, and Part Number. If you have if it did not already have the Clean Idle label. PACCAR engine, the label looks like one of the images below. To comply with CARB or EPA emissions requirements, the vehicle must have the Certified Clean Idle label.
During these 30 seconds, standards ment or PACCAR’s approval may be a it is possible to reset the idle time by violation of the Clean Air Act and sub- Regulatory Describes the pressing on the accelerator pedal.
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INFORMATION - Greenhouse Gas Certified Configuration Vehicle speed Vehicle includes Emission Emission Control limiter innovative (off- Controls Descriptions cycle) technology VSLS Soft-top vehicle Aerodynamic roof speed limiter Automatic tire fairing inflation system VSLE Expiring vehicle ARFR Adjustable height speed limiter TPMS Tire pressure aerodynamic roof...
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INFORMATION - Greenhouse Gas Certified Configuration GHG Regulated Powertrain Wheel-Related Wheel-related automatic engine Parameters Not On the Emission Weight Reduction weight reduction shutdown (AES), Control Information Label benefits may be neutral idle, start- included in this stop systems, vehicle's certified intelligent controls Powertrain Regulated...
This Vehicle Emissions Limited Express must be of an equal or larger loaded ment or PACCAR’s approval may be a Warranty relating to original equipment drive tire size and an equal or lower violation of the Clean Air Act and sub- tires begins on the date of delivery of the rolling resistance level (TRRL or Crr).
If there are any first purchaser or first lessee. Where a the vehicle and its tires. PACCAR does not questions regarding these warranty rights Warrantable Condition exists, PACCAR will warrant wear and tear of the tires.
INFORMATION - Vehicle Emissions Limited Express Warranty costs such as: communication expenses, are not equivalent to the PACCAR engine new or genuine approved rebuilt parts and meals, lodging incurred by Owner or or OEM vehicle manufacturer’s original assemblies will utilize replacement parts...
COMMUNICATION EXPENSES; unauthorized modifications to the vehicle replaced during Scheduled Maintenance of LODGING AND/OR MEAL EXPENSES; and its components. PACCAR is also not the engine as specified in PACCAR FINES; APPLICABLE TAXES OR responsible for failures caused by incorrect Operator’s Manuals. THIS WARRANTY, BUSINESS COSTS OR LOSSES;...
INFORMATION - Telematics Control Unit FCC Information terference that may cause unde- Telematics Control Unit NOTE sired operation. FCC Information FCC ID: L2C0031T IC: 3432A-0031T NOTE FCC ID: L2C0032R IC: 3432A-0032R General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Changes or modifications not express- Industry Canada.
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INFORMATION - Telematics Control Unit FCC Information Band • Connect the equipment into an NOTE outlet on a circuit different from 12 (incl. 17) that to which the receiver is con- This equipment has been tested and nected 25 (incl. 2) 1900 found to comply with the limits for a •...
INFORMATION - Telematics Control Unit FCC Information Contains IC ID: 4441A-UMCSTD31BPN • This equipment or device must 802.11b 2412 - 2742 MHz accept any interference, including interference that may cause 802.11g 2412 - 2742 MHz NOTE undesired operation 802.11n 2412 - 2742 MHz This device contains license-exempt 5180 - 5240 MHz transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply...
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INFORMATION - Telematics Control Unit FCC Information Y53-1212-1H1 (03/24)
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Index Index Allison Transmission Lubrication Alternator Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ABS Warning Lamp 150, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Trailer Accessories Anti-Theft Accessory – Spare(s) Appliances Accessory Air (up to 4) Ashtray, See Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray Active Cruise Control Set Following Distance Automatic Slack Adjuster Stroke Specification Active Warnings Axle, Automatic Traction Control...
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Index Brake Operation Brake Safety and Emergency Brake System Brake Warning Lamp Daily Checks Dana Spicer and Fabco Brake, ParkingManual release Brakes, ABS Off-Road Dash Brightness, See Cab and Panel Dimmer Switch Bulb Check Dash Switches Dashboard Display Screen Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank Differential, Inter-Axle Lock Digital Display...
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Index Emissions, High Exhaust System Temperature Final Chassis Bill of Material Engine Aftertreatment System Final Stopping Procedures Engine Air filter Flash-to-Thank Engine Air Filter Pre-Cleaner Flash-to-Warn Engine Air Filters Flashing Headlamps, Aftertreatment Warning Engine block heater Frame Engine Brake Frame Fastener Torque Requirements Engine Brakes Front axle and Suspension Engine BrakeSaver or Transmission Retarder...
Index Headlights, See Exterior Lights Switch Installing Batteries Heater and Air Conditioner Maintenance Instrument Panel 47, Heating and Air Conditioning Instrument Panel Brightness, See Cab and Panel Dimmer Switch High Beam Flash, See Flash-to-Warn Inter-Axle Differential Lock Operation High Beams Interior Storage, See Glove Box Introduction 114, Flash-to-Warn...
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Manually lock a differential Marker lights, See Exterior Lights Switch Marker Lights Flash, See Flash-to-Thank Maximum Number of Lamps Allowed per Circuit MCS, See Menu Control Switch PACCAR FX-20 Front Axle Lubrication Menu PACCAR Shifter Menu Control Switch Park Brake...
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Index Seat (continued) Lap/Shoulder Belt Safety Restraint Belts Radiator Hoses Tether Belts Radio, See Stereo Radio Seat Adjustment Rear Axle Alignment Seat Belt, Fasten Rear Axle and Suspension Service Brake Component Inspection Rear Axle Lubrication Service Indicator Turns On Rear Brake System Settings Rear Suspension FastenersAG180 Suspension Sliding Fifth Wheels...
Index TL180 SuspensionRear Suspension Fasteners To LOCK the Inter-Axle Differential To Release the Full Combination of Brakes To Release the Trailer Brakes ONLY Vehicle Emissions Limited Express Warranty Vehicle ID Labels To Release the Vehicle Parking Brakes ONLY To UNLOCK the Inter-Axle Differential Vehicle is stuck Topping Up the Engine Oil Vehicle Light Bulb specifications...
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