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  • Page 1 MODEL 270 OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 California Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. Other chemicals in this vehicle are also known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 3 Foreword FOREWORD How to use this handbook The vehicles covered by this handbook tance”, “Instruments and controls” consist of various types and models. and “Driving” sections of this hand- This handbook contains information for Individual vehicles are constructed in book. you, the driver, to enable you to operate accordance with all Federal Motor Vehi- In addition to this handbook (available...
  • Page 4 Foreword help you avoid injury to yourself, your passengers, and help prevent costly damage to the vehicle. Key symbols and “signal words” are used to indicate what kind of message is going to follow. Pay special attention to instructions preceded by symbols and signal words “WARNING”, “CAU- TION”, or “NOTE”.
  • Page 5 Foreword WARNING CAUTION NOTE When you see this word, the Signals a potentially hazard- P rovides general infor ma- message that follows is espe- o us situation which, if not tion: for example, the note cially vital. It signals a poten- avoided, could result in minor could war n you on how to tially hazard ous situ at io n...
  • Page 6 Foreword – iv –...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Foreword System Voltage........ 6 Cigarette Lighter ......24 Batteries .......... 6 Instruments and Controls....25 Battery Charging ......7 How to use this handbook....i Instrument Panel ......26 Protecting the Environment..... 10 Safety Signals ........i Switches, Gauges, and Warning Lights Cleaning the Vehicle......
  • Page 8 Contents Windshield Washer Fluid Level ..56 Periodical maintenance Fuses........... 103 Tires ..........56 Radio (optional) ......103 General..........71 Electrical Connections....104 Driving Maintenance and Speakers ........104 Lubrication Intervals....... 72 Noise and Emission Control ..105 General ..........57 Lubrication Specifications ....

  • Page 9: General

    Safety Precautions GENERAL Safety Precautions stamped on components and obey To prevent a possible fire risk, ensure them completely. Such instructions are that the engine and its surrounding The following list of safety included for your health and safety; do areas are clean and free from leakages/ precautions against possi- not disregard them.

  • Page 10: Components

    Safety Precautions General Components Electrical ensure that the negative (–) lead is dis- connected first and the positive (+) Ensure that all personnel are clear of Batteries contain electrolyte (sulfuric lead last; reverse this procedure when any rotating parts or moving compo- acid) which is a highly corrosive and re-connecting the batteries.

  • Page 11: Oils And Lubricants

    Safety Precautions General steering lock or its wiring. Under no cir- Maintenance Activities Unauthorized, indiscriminate welding or cumstances must the ignition switch be drilling may adversely affect the safe Do not use the jack as the sole means separated from the steering lock. load-carr ying characteristics of the of support;...

  • Page 12: Vehicle Load

    Safety Precautions General • Disconnect all Electronic Control Vehicle Load recommended by the manufacturer. M odule (E CM ) co nnecto rs ( on When it has been used, have it refilled electronic engines). The load must always be proper ly at the earliest opportunity.

  • Page 13: Items Of Special Importance

    Items of Special Importance General Items of Special During the “break-in” period do not CAUTION: In the event of the eng ine st allin g while th e subject the new vehicle to excessive Importance vehicle is in motion, power loads;...

  • Page 14: Cooling System

    Items of Special Importance General • Before stopping the engine, allow it coolant additive Pencool 3000 with System Voltage Stabil-Aid. As needed, fill or top off to idle for one to two minutes (par- t h e c o o li n g s y s t em o n l y w i t h a The vehicle is equipped with a 12 volt ticularly if the engine has been sub- ready-mixed clean water/approved...

  • Page 15: Battery Charging

    Items of Special Importance General • Ensure that all lights are switched WA R N I N G! D o n o t t r y t o Jump Starting Vehicles c h a rg e a f ro z e n b a t t e r y. off when not required.
  • Page 16 Items of Special Importance General WARNING! Do not allow bat- occur causing you to be injured, CAUTION: Applying a higher tery fluid to contact eyes, as well as electrical system fail- voltage booster battery will skin, fabrics, or painted sur- ure and damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 17 Items of Special Importance General caps and cover the filler openings with 4. Ensure that the transmission is in • Attach the other end of the negative cable to a bare metal a cloth before proceeding. After jump neutral position or, if auto shift, that part bolted to the engine block star ting the vehicle, dispose of the it is in park position.

  • Page 18: Protecting The Environment

    Protecting the Environment General Protecting the Remove jumper cables: • Used oils, coolant, and hydraulic fluids should be returned to the Environment WARNING! Wh en disco n- appropriate authority for recycling. necting jumper cables, make Ensure that all waste fluid products sure they do not get caught The growing scarcity of the world's nat- in any moving parts in the...

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Vehicle

    Cleaning the Vehicle General Cleaning the Vehicle • The hydraulic fluid reservoir for the aim the jet of water directly at elec- steering gear is provided with a tr ical components such a s the Before cleaning the vehicle, check for ventilation opening.

  • Page 20: Cleaning The Cab

    Cleaning the Vehicle General Cleaning the Cab • all seams, gaps, and door frames Cleaning the Cab Interior are thoroughly cleaned. The external paintwork of the cab is Clean the car pets and seats with a subject to attack by aggressive sub- brush or vacuum cleaner and occasion- Waxing the Cab stances, the severity of which depends...

  • Page 21: Getting To Know Your Vehicle

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE You could slip and fall if the steps are wet or icy, or if you step in fuel, oil, or grease. The equipment, controls, and switches within the cab may vary depending on To help avoid personal injury due to the vehicle specification.

  • Page 22: Doors

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle To lock the door from the inside: – Ensure that the area in front depress button C. of the cab is clear. To open the door window: – Ensure that the vehicle tool turn the window crank D. kit and hydraulic jack are s e c u r e d i n t h e i r s t o w e d Both doors can be locked and unlocked...
  • Page 23 Getting to Know Your Vehicle Tilting NOTE: The cab is secured in the down position by hydrauli- • Ensure that all cab doors and cab cally operated mounting locks; grille are closed and secure. operation of the tilt pump will •...

  • Page 24: Door Mirrors

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle instrument panel. This war ning • Using suitable implement light must remain extinguished inser ted into the slot provided, when the ignition is switched on. release the trim cover (1) and then extract it from its slotted location in the mirror head.

  • Page 25: Windshield Wiper Blades

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle ror arms to remain in position during Seats normal conditions; this enables the mir- WARNING! Do not adjust the ror arms to be folded forward or rear- driver’s seat while the vehi- w a r d a g a i n s t t h e c a b...

  • Page 26: Seat Belts

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle and lift the seat cushion. When the seat Driver’s Seat (adjustable) cushion is fully upright, it will automati- The driver’s seat has the following adjust- cally lock in position; depress the lock ment modes: control lever to release the seat cush- ion.
  • Page 27 Getting to Know Your Vehicle WA R NI N G ! D o n o t d ri v e your abdomen, not your pelvic WARNING! Do not twist the vehicle without your seat bones. This can result in serious belt in the process of putting belt and your riders’...
  • Page 28 Getting to Know Your Vehicle • Before securing a seat belt, ensure Seat belt upper anchorage adjust- • Check the seat belt locking action ment that the webbing is not twisted, by rapidly pulling the belt webbing looped or obstructed in any way out of its retracting unit;...

  • Page 29: Storage Tray

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle Storage Tray Glove Box Your truck may be equipped with a fixed All vehicles are equipped with a lock- storage tray. The storage tray is of a able glove box. pre-formed construction incorporating NOTE: The “Operator’s Man- storage bins and cup holders.

  • Page 30: Sun Visors

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle Sun Visors The cab is fitted with 3 sun visors which are provided for the driver and passenger. The sun visors can be swung down to block the sun. – 22 –...

  • Page 31: Roof Vent (Option)

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle The cour tesy light switch has three positions: Position A: the light will only illuminate when the door is opened. Position B: light is switched off. Position C: l ight is on permanently. Roof Vent (option) Courtesy Lights Rotate the control knob (A) to open and raise the roof vent to the required posi-...

  • Page 32: Interior Light Unit

    Getting to Know Your Vehicle Courtesy interior light The cour tesy interior light switch (1) has three positions: Position A: light is switched off. Position B: light is switched off. Position C: light is switched on. Reading light The reading light is operated by the on/ off switch (2);...

  • Page 33: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle cigarette lighter socket it is essential to Warning Lights tinue on its journey but additional driv- ensure that: ing caution must be observed. The fault All warning lights are color coded to should be fixed at the earliest opportu- indicate the level of their importance.

  • Page 34: Instrument Panel

    Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle Instrument Panel 10 11 BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL DIFF TRANS CHECK LOCK TEMP TRANS CRUISE BRAKE CONTROL CHECK TRANS DIFF TRANS TEMP LOCK CRUISE ON/OFF SET/RESUME 75 130 75 130 RECIRC 29 28 –...
  • Page 35 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle 1. Tachometer 13. Differential lock warning light 24. A/C On-Off switch 2. PTO warning light 14. ABS warning light 25. Heating and ventilation controls 3. High beam warning light 15. Maintenance - Water in Fuel 26.

  • Page 36: Switches, Gauges, And Warning Lights On The Instrument Panel

    Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle Switches, Gauges, and 3. High Beam Warning Light 7. Cab-lock Warning Light Warning Lights on the This warning light will illuminate when- This warning light will illuminate and a Instrument Panel ever the headlights are in the high warning buzzer will sound if the cab is beam position or when the headlight not correctly locked in the down posi-...
  • Page 37 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle WARNING! The air pressure 3. Place the transmission in park and 10. Battery Charge Warning Light warning light and the audi- set the parking brake. (See pages This warning light will illuminate if the ble alarm indicate a danger- for transmission shifting battery charging voltage falls below 11...
  • Page 38 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle 14. ABS Warning Light 15. Maintenance - Water in Fuel you must access the on-board diagnos- tic system. With the key switch ON but This warning light monitors the vehicle This warning light will illuminate if the the engine NOT r unning, press the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
  • Page 39 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle 19. Wait to Start Light but the vehicle can still be safely driven. The vehicle should be serviced to cor- This warning light will illuminate when rect the problem, but the situation the air intake heater is ON.
  • Page 40 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle 23. Coolant Temperature Gauge • The coolant level. See “Coolant Level” on page The coolant operating temperature • The drive belt and water hoses. should be between 165°F (74°C) and 198°F (92°C). At a temperature of less •...
  • Page 41 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle accident. For clear visibility and safe aware of a refrigerant leak on for selecting air temperature, and with your vehicle, have your system driving it is extremely important for optional air conditioning, a push button s e r v i c e d i m m e d i a t e l y a n d you to follow the instructions on the switch for turning the air conditioning on...
  • Page 42 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle A bi-level mode exists when the slide control is placed between Windshield and Floor positions or between Floor and Panel (Fresh) positions. The optional air conditioner compressor is engaged when the control is placed in Windshield mode (top-most position).
  • Page 43 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle The center panel incorporates a cen- tral defogger with two integral side vents for defogging the entire width of Two fixed air outlets at the left and right In the footwell area there are four out- the windshield.
  • Page 44 Getting to Know Your Vehicle Instruments and Controls Heating To heat the cab: select the desired air distribution (2) and temperature (3) to hot (red position on the control). Adjust the fan speed (1) as desired. CAUTION: During extreme cold weather, do not blow hot air onto cold windshields.
  • Page 45 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle Defogging side), and the fan (1) to high until the 5. Idle the engine between 1,000 and 1,500 rpm and turn the fan switch cab becomes cool—adjust as desired. N OT E : I f e q u i p p e d w i t h to High.
  • Page 46 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle 27. Air Pressure Gauge “Second- 29. Air Pressure Gauge “Primary” ary” Air gauge “1” constantly monitors the Air gauge “2” constantly monitors the air pressure in the front brake reservoir. air pressure in the rear brake reservoir. At reservoir air pressures below 80 psi At reservoir air pressures below 80 psi (5.5 bar) a warning buzzer will sound...
  • Page 47 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle miles miles km/h km/h 31. Fuse Box - Left 32. Vehicle Lighting Switch To gain access to the circuit and spare The vehicle lighting is operated by a fuses, rotate the quick release fastener rotary type switch with three positions: (1) using a coin and then slide the fuse 30.
  • Page 48 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle 33. Cruise Control Set/Resume WARNING! Do not operate 35. Hazard Warning Light Switch t h e c rui se co nt ro l w he n Switch A ct iva ti ng t h is r ocke r t yp e swi tch operating on road surfaces This switch allows the desired speed to causes all the tur n signals to flash...
  • Page 49 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle WARNING! Never drive your v e h icl e wi t h t h e p a rk i n g b r a k e a p p l i e d . A l w a y s release the parking brakes prior to moving the vehicle.
  • Page 50 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle CENTER ROOF CONSOLE NOTE: Optional radio shown – 42 –...
  • Page 51 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle Mirror Heating Switch Instrument Panel Lighting Switch The door mirror heating can be acti- Interior Light The instrument panel will automatically vated with this switch. When the door The interior light unit incorporates a illuminate when the lights are switched mirror heating is on, the switch warning directable reading light and a courtesy...
  • Page 52 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle Controls Around The Steering Column CRUISE ON/OFF SET/RESUME miles km/h RECIRC – 44 –...
  • Page 53 Instruments and Controls Getting to Know Your Vehicle Position J: p o s i t i o n f o r sw i t c h i n g Adjustable Steering Column between low beam or high beam. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while the The lever always returns to position H vehicle is in motion, it could...

  • Page 54: Chassis

    Chassis Getting to Know Your Vehicle Momentarily depress the switch (up to The wipers simultaneously make three ½ sec.) and then release to obtain a sweeps across the windshield. single wipe of the windshield. Depress the switch for between ½ to 1½ secs to Chassis activate the intermittent wipe function;...

  • Page 55: Daily And Weekly Maintenance

    Daily and Weekly Maintenance DAILY AND WEEKLY MAINTENANCE Driver’s Check List passengers, and your load. If you do • Check for damaged, loose, or miss- find something wrong and cannot fix it ing parts. Are there parts showing To keep your truck in top shape and yourself, have an Authorized Service signs of excessive wear or lack of maintain a high level of safety for you,...
  • Page 56 Daily and Weekly Maintenance 2. Engine Belt—check tension and CAUTION: Do not tighten belts beyond specified lim- condition of belts per engine manu- its. Dam ag e to b earings facturer’s Operation and Mainte- and belts may occur. nance Manual. 3.
  • Page 57 Daily and Weekly Maintenance 3. Tires Wheels—are they 8. Fluid Tanks—check underneath Cab Interior inflated properly? Are all wheel cap the vehicle for signs of fluid leaks. If 1. Seat—adjust the seat for easy nuts in place and torqued prop- any are found, correct before oper- reach of controls.

  • Page 58: Daily Maintenance

    Daily Maintenance Daily and Weekly Maintenance Daily Maintenance 9. Storage Compartment—all loose To Close items stowed securely. Is the fire To close the front access panel, release Front Access Panel extinguisher fully charged? Is your and stow the support stay and lower the r oad emergency kit complete? front panel into position.

  • Page 59: Coolant Level

    Daily and Weekly Maintenance Daily Maintenance Before attempting to check the cool- ant level, ensure that the following safety instructions are observed: – Do not fill the cooling sys- tem through the pressure cap aperture. – Do not attempt to fill a hot engine with cold coolant.

  • Page 60: Wheels And Tires

    Daily Maintenance Daily and Weekly Maintenance 1. Remove the filler cap (1) and check Wheels And Tires Lighting And Instruments that the engine coolant is level with Remove any stones or other foreign • Check the vehicle lighting, stop- the lower lip of the filler neck; if nec- objects from the tire tread and from lights, and instruments for correct essar y, fill the surge tank with...

  • Page 61: Weekly Maintenance

    Daily and Weekly Maintenance Weekly maintenance Weekly maintenance WARNING! Ensure that the parking brake is on or all wheels are chocked prior to inspecting the power steer- ing fluid level. NOTE: Suitable wheel chocks are at a minimum an 18-inch (46 cm) long 4x4.

  • Page 62: Brake System Air Dryer (Optional Equipment)

    Weekly maintenance Daily and Weekly Maintenance tem is repaired and both braking cir- 1. Chock the road wheels and fully cuits, including all pneumatic and charge the vehicle air system. mechanical components, are work- WARNING! If the supply and ing properly. s e r v i c e t a n k s a r e n o t WARNING! Ensure that the drained at the recommended...

  • Page 63: Clutch Fluid Level

    Daily and Weekly Maintenance Weekly maintenance Clutch Fluid Level CAUTION: Should the clutch fluid reservoir require an WARNING! Hydraulic fluid is e x c e s s i v e a m o u n t a t ox i c s u b st a n ce wh i ch hydraulic fluid, the complete must not be consumed or system must be inspected...

  • Page 64: Windshield Washer Fluid Level

    Weekly maintenance Daily and Weekly Maintenance Windshield Washer Fluid Tires Level • Check the tread depth of the tires. 1. Open the cab front panel to access • Check that the wear pattern is the reservoir filler tube. evenly distributed over the running 2.

  • Page 65: General

    General Driving DRIVING General switch while the vehicle is in motion because this may cause the steering wheel lock to engage. Before starting the engine or setting out on a trip, always check: Position A: rest position The key can be removed. •...

  • Page 66: Starting Procedure

    Starting Procedure Driving Starting Procedure Operating the that adequate oil pressure is avail- able at the turbocharger bearings. Transmission WARNING! Ensure that the 1. Ensure that the parking brake is fo ll ow in g s af et y i n st r u c- applied and the shift lever is in the tions are strictly observed: Introduction...

  • Page 67: Operating Manual Transmissions

    Operating the Transmission Driving read the specific instructions contained Transmission Warm–Up Putting the Vehicle in Motion in the transmission manufacturer’s In cold weather [below 32°F (0°C)], you WARNING! Never drive your Driver/Operator’s Instruction Manual . may find shifting sluggish when you first v eh i cl e w i t h t h e p a rk i n g star t up.
  • Page 68 Operating the Transmission Driving CAUTION: Always use first you need to start up on an incline, within optimum engine rpm, which is gear or a low speed range to apply your service brakes before where maximum torque and power are start the vehicle in motion.

  • Page 69: More Transmission Tips

    Operating the Transmission Driving WARNI NG! Do n ot c oa st More Transmission Tips Clutch Adjustment w it h t h e t r an s mi ss i on in ® If your truck has an Eaton Solo clutch, neutral or with the clutch “Riding”...

  • Page 70: Operating Automatic Transmissions

    Operating the Transmission Driving • Never slam or jerk the shift lever to • On most automatic transmissions complete gear engagement. there is no “PARK” position, so you • Never coast with the transmission will need to apply the parking brake in Neutral and the clutch disen- before leaving the cab.

  • Page 71: Operating Automated Manual Transmissions

    Operating the Transmission Driving The MD transmission is programmed to the Autoshift™ computer detects that restrict full operation until specific tem- conditions are r ight for a shift. The peratures are reached. See the trans- transmission signals the engine control- mission manufacturer’s Operator’s ler to break driveline torque and pro- Manual for details.

  • Page 72: Cruise Control

    Operating the Transmission Driving Cruise Control • To decrease the cruise set speed, hold the SET/RESUME switch in This feature improves fuel mileage and the SET position and coast to a reduces driver fatigue by maintaining a lower speed. constant vehicle speed. The cruise •...

  • Page 73: Steering

    Steering Driving Brakes Reengaging the Cruise Control WARNING! Do not rely on an anti-lock brake system that 1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON is functioning improperly. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) position. You could lose control of the vehicle resulting in a severe Your truck is equipped with an anti-lock a c c i d e n t a n d p e r s o n a l b r a k i n g s y s t e m ( A B S ) .

  • Page 74: Service Brakes

    Brakes Driving – Do not adapt your normal NOT E: T he op e ra ti on an d driving style when driving a function of the ABS warning vehicle equipped with ABS. l i g h t s a r e d e t a i l e d i n t h e It is essential that the brak- “Instr uments and controls”...
  • Page 75 Brakes Driving The parking brake control operates the WARNING! Do not drive this on the service brakes. However, the vehicle with malfunctioning spring brake actuators to apply the rear engine exhaust brake is not an emer- brakes. If one of the brake brakes on the vehicle.
  • Page 76 Brakes Driving exhaust brake only helps the • After the engine is started, warmed • Engine speed is greater than 1000 service brakes by using pres- up, and you are ready to get under sure to slow the drivetrain. Use way, turn the exhaust brake switch WARNING! Do not use the t he serv ice brake s for q ui ck...

  • Page 77: Stopping

    Stopping Driving Stopping Apply the parking brake with the park- With the vehicle stationary, apply the ing brake lever. Check that all the win- parking brake and place the shift lever dows and the roof vent are closed. Turn in Neutral. Before stopping the engine, Parking off the ignition and remove the key.

  • Page 78: Diesel Fuel

    Diesel Fuel Driving Diesel Fuel • The use of winter grade fuel will • For extreme and prolonged cold give added protection to the fuel weather conditions, it is recom- system during cold weather condi- m e n d e d t h a t t h e ve h i c l e b e Cold Weather tions.

  • Page 79: Periodical Maintenance

    General Periodical maintenance PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE General The driving style of the crew members The maintenance intervals stated in the and how they care for the vehicle have Maintenance Schedule are based on The durability, safety, trade-in value, a direct influence on the condition of the the oil specifications stated in “Recom- and reliability of your vehicle largely...

  • Page 80: Maintenance And Lubrication Intervals

    General Periodical maintenance Maintenance and Lubrication normal pick-up and delivery operations. NOTE: Different lubricants or For all other applications, see your ser vice intervals than those Intervals dealer for intervals. listed below may be required. Table 1, ”Recommended Maintenance Intervals”, shows service intervals for Table 1 Recommended Maintenance Intervals MILEAGE INTERVAL (miles)
  • Page 81 General Periodical maintenance Table 1 Recommended Maintenance Intervals MILEAGE INTERVAL (miles) ITEM /TIME INTERVAL (Which- COMMENTS ever Occurs First) HVAC Filter Inspect and Clean as Clean the filter regularly with low pressure air. See necessary per this manual 7500 / 3 mos page Replace HVAC Filter Annually Inspect Front Axle Fluid Level *...
  • Page 82 General Periodical maintenance Table 1 Recommended Maintenance Intervals MILEAGE INTERVAL (miles) ITEM /TIME INTERVAL (Which- COMMENTS ever Occurs First) Steering Shaft Telescopic Slide 15,000 / 6 mos Surfaces Door Hinges, Latches, and Striker 15,000 / 6 mos Plate Test Coolant for Freeze Point and Maintain as Indicated by Test Strip Nitrite Levels with 2-Way Test 15,000 / 6 mos...
  • Page 83 General Periodical maintenance Maintenance Schedule TABLE KEY Use Table 2, ”Maintenance Schedule,” NOTE: If a scheduled service interval is shaded, skip to the as a guide to plan service work. Be sure next interval.. and follow the frequency recommenda- Inspect and Service as required tions for your vehicle.
  • Page 84 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule Wiper Operation Wiper Blade Condition Replace As Required Horns (Electric and Air) - Operation Mirrors - Cracks or Mounting SAFETY EQUIPMENT Drain Water from Air Tanks Air Tank Check Valve Emergency Operation of Spring Brakes Air Press.
  • Page 85 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule Frame Fastener Torque: Cab: Hold–down Latches Mounts Front Pivot Assembly Jack Operation and Leaks ENGINE SERVICE Cooling: Test Coolant for Freeze Point and Nitrite Maintain Coolant as Indicated by Test Strips Level w/2-way Test Strip Replace Coolant Annually Coolant Level Coolant Protection:...
  • Page 86 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule Drain Water from Fuel System Per Engine Manufacturer Requirements Engine Oil – Change Per Engine Manufacturer Requirements Oil Filters – Replace Per Engine Manufacturer Requirements Fuel Filters – Replace Cranking System: Visual Inspect./Loose Connections Alternator/Charging System: Visual Inspection/Loose Connections UNDER VEHICLE...
  • Page 87 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule Leaks: Coolant Engine Oil Power Steering Fuel Transmission Axles Inner and Outer Hub Seals Engine and Transmission Mounts Check Rubber Bushings for Cracks And Condition Transmission Lubricant Level - Check Inspect Fluid Level per Manufacturer’s Recommended Procedures Drivelines –...
  • Page 88 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule Brakes: Lining Remaining (replace as required) RF ______ RRF ______ RRR ______ LF ______ LRF ______ LRR ______ Drum Condition: RF ______ RRF ______ RRR ______ LF ______ LRF ______ LRR ______ BATTERIES Signs of Over–Charging Check As Required Remove Corrosion and Seal Terminals...
  • Page 89 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule TIRES AND WHEELS Missing Valve Caps and Stem Locks Cracks or Loose Wheel lugs Irregular Wear Tire Pressure (Record below) Remaining Tread (Record below) Tires & Wheels Inspection Right Left Air Pressure Adjusted to: _____________ –...
  • Page 90 General Periodical maintenance Table 2 Maintenance Schedule ALIGNMENT Toe–in: ______________ in (mm) Caster: L ________ R ________ ROAD TEST Steering / Steering Play Shifting Brakes Engine Operation (noises, surging, black smoke) Seat Belts Seat Adjustment Operation Cab Heater Air Conditioner - Performance and Condition Instruments and Gauges: Speedometer/odometer Tachometer...

  • Page 91: Lubrication Specifications

    General Periodical maintenance Lubrication Specifications Below you will find basic information C AU T I O N : Ha n d l e l u b r i - cants carefully. Vehicle lubri- needed to perform routine vehicle lubri- You will find a complete Engine Lubrica- cants (oil and grease) can be ca tion.
  • Page 92 General Periodical maintenance Lubrication Types Table 3 Lubricant Applications Use Table 4 on page 86 and the list of lubricants below to APPLICATION LUBRICANT identify the type of lubricant to use on your vehicle. Universal Joints Drive Shaft Splines BB: Ball Bearing grease Wheel Bearings CB: Engine oil for mild to moderate requirements Steering Column...

  • Page 93: Oil Reservoirs

    General Periodical maintenance Oil Reservoirs For oil reservoirs with side filler plugs (transmissions, rear axles, transfer cases, etc.), the oil must be level with the filler opening. NOTE: Use care when check- ing the oil level with a finger. Just because you can reach the oil level with a finger, does not mean the oil level is correct.
  • Page 94 General Periodical maintenance Table 4 Recommended Lubrication Types COMPONENTS RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT Power Steering Gear Chevron Torque Fluid C4, Dexron III, or Mercon Driveline U-Joints EP chassis grease, lithium 12-hydroxystearate or lithium complex base, NLGI 2. Slip-Joint Splines Cab Pivots Clutch Pedal Shaft Other chassis grease fittings not covered below.
  • Page 95 General Periodical maintenance Table 4 Recommended Lubrication Types COMPONENTS RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT Brake Camshaft Bushings EP Chassis grease, lithium 12-hydroxystearate base, NLGI 2. CAUTION: Do not contaminate brake linings with grease. Steering Shaft Grease Fittings EP chassis grease, lithium 12-hydroxystearate base, NLGI 2. Brake Treadle Hinge and Roller Engine oil Lock Cylinders...

  • Page 96: Maintenance In Special And Exceptional Operating Conditions

    General Periodical maintenance Maintenance in Special and Cab Maintenance – Do not attempt to remove t h e s u rg e t a n k f i l l e r ca p Exceptional Operating In order to maintain the quality of the while the engine is running Conditions or still hot.
  • Page 97 General Periodical maintenance NOTE: All new vehicles are CAUTION: Damage to the factory filled with a 50% anti- engine and cooling system, freeze solution which will give such as corrosion and cavi- frost protection down to -34 ° F tation erosion, will occur (-36 °...
  • Page 98 Periodical maintenance NOTES – 90 –...

  • Page 99: Emergency Repairs

    Emergency repairs EMERGENCY REPAIRS Vehicle Tool Kit Drive belt tension 3. Loosen adjusting screw r e t a i n e r b o l t ( 1 ) , b u t d o n o t All engines are equipped with an auto- All vehicles are equipped with an exten- remove.

  • Page 100: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Emergency repairs 8. Clean the pulleys and ensure that For detailed information, refer to the WARNING! Never drive your v e h i cle w it h t h e p a rk in g they are free of any contaminants Engine Operation and Maintenance b r a k e a p p l i e d .
  • Page 101 Emergency repairs WAR N I N G ! Do n o t d r i v e WARNING! Do not d isa s- safe means to prevent rolling vehicle with malfunctioning semble a spring brake cham- before manually releasing the brakes.

  • Page 102: Jacking The Vehicle

    Emergency repairs 4. Slide out the 6. Assemble the Jacking The Vehicle release stud. r e l e a s e s t u d WARNI NG! I f you are not washer and nut f u l l y q u a l i f i e d a n d n o t on the release equipped with the proper stud.

  • Page 103: Wheels

    Emergency repairs • It is recommended that suitable Changing wheels supports are positioned beneath 1. Chock the road wheels and posi- the appropriate axle when jacking tion the jack under the appropriate the vehicle. axle, as close as possible to the Locate the hydraulic jack under the wheel that is being changed.
  • Page 104 Emergency repairs WARNING! Grooves in the WARNING! Tighten wheel wheel disc or other damage nuts properly. If they are not to the disc can lead to a seri- tightened properly, wheel ous accident. The disc will nu ts could even tually cause the be weakened and can even- wheel to become loose, to fail, and/ tually come off, maybe caus-...

  • Page 105: Towing Pin

    Emergency repairs large (caused, for example, by a differ- This is also why the maximum permit- in position within the bumper through ence in tread depths and/or tire pres- ted difference in tire diameter for new turning and allowing locking pin to move sures).

  • Page 106: Replacing Bulbs

    Emergency repairs WARNING! Do not attempt to • Hoist the vehicle at the rear end 6. Remove two center screws from tow the vehicle when it is and engage the steering lock. the step plate in the center of the fully laden.
  • Page 107 Emergency repairs Side Marker Lights 4. Remove the sheet metal nut and 3. Lower cover and snap tabs back in carefully pry marker light off adhe- place. NOTE: Marker light is a sealed sive-backed foam. a s s e m b l y a n d m u s t b e Turn signal, front 5.
  • Page 108 Emergency repairs 2. Remove the bulb from the unit. NOTE: When replacing the lens cover, ensure that it is cor- rectly located and secure. Interior light unit Courtesy light Each lens cover in the interior light unit 1. Carefully pry the courtesy light is pr ovid ed with an a cce ss slot to assembly from the cab roof lining.

  • Page 109: Fuses

    Emergency repairs 1. The two screws for adjusting the WARNING! Repeated failure of the same fuse indicates a alignment of the headlights are circuit fault which MUST be accessible through the holes pro- investigated and rectified. vided at the front of each headlight surround.

  • Page 110: Electrical Connections

    Emergency repairs NOTE: All vehicles are fitted Electrical Connections Speakers with a roof mounted antenna To ensure safe electrical connections All cabs are equipped with two speaker and a fully shielded extension and also to prevent irreparable damage enclosures, complete with all neces- lead.

  • Page 111: Noise And Emission Control

    Emergency repairs Noise and Emission Control Noise and Emission cle as manufactured by PACCAR Inc, 2. The use of the vehicle after such which at the time it left PACCAR Inc’s device or element of design has Control control caused noise emissions to been removed or rendered inoper- exceed Federal standards, are covered ative by any person.

  • Page 112: Inspection And Maintenance Instructions

    Noise and Emission Control Emergency repairs Exhaust System • Removing hood-mounted noise • Check the air intake tubing, elbow • Removing or rendering inoperative connections, clamps, brackets, and insulation. exhaust system components. fasteners for deterioration, cracks, and condition. Fuel System Inspection and Maintenance •...
  • Page 113 Emergency repairs Noise and Emission Control • Check exhaust manifold charged engines, check joints at Engine Fan and Shroud screws for tightness, including flanges and mounting brackets for WARNING! Do not work on those at the flanges. Refer to the tightness.
  • Page 114 Noise and Emission Control Emergency repairs Transmission and Driveline • Substituting a different main trans- mission or drive line components, other than design-specified units, may result in increased vehicle noise emission and/or undesire- able vibrations. – 106 –...

  • Page 115: Consumer Information And Vehicle Identification

    Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification Reporting Safety Defects CONSUMER INFORMATION AND VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may either call Canadian Motor Safety Std No. 115. As the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1– a n ex a m p l e , t h e m o d e l ye a r a n d If you believe that your vehicle has a 800–424–9393 (366–0123 in Washing- assembly plant are designated by a let-...
  • Page 116 Vehicle Identification Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification • The Chassis/Serial Number refers VIN Location to the last seven characters of the The VIN is marked in multiple locations: VIN, including the assembly plant on the Complete Vehicle Certification designator (eleventh character VIN LOC A TIO N S Label, the Incomplete Vehicle Certifica- position) and a six-digit serial num-...

  • Page 117: Complete Vehicle Certification Label

    Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Complete Vehicle Incomplete Vehicle • GVWR — Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Certification Label Certification Label • GAWR FRONT and REAR — The Complete Vehicle Cer tification The Incomplete Vehicle Certification Gross A xle Weight Ratings for label certifies that the vehicle complies Label (for trucks) is located on the Front and Rear Axle.

  • Page 118: Noise Emission Label

    Vehicle Identification Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification NOT E: GVW is the TOTAL Check the manufacturer's product infor- Federal Safety Standard SCALE WEIGHT the vehicle is mation for the tires and rims actually on Certification Label d e s i g n e d t o c a r r y. T h i s each axle to obtain recommended tire The NHTSA regulations require a label in clu de s th e weig ht o f t he...

  • Page 119: Component Identification

    Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Component Identification Each of the major components on your vehicle has an identification label or tag. For easy reference, record compo- nent numbers such as, model, serial, and assembly number. See the “Vehi- cle Component Register”...
  • Page 120 Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification NOTES...

  • Page 121: General Alphabetical Index

    General Alphabetical Index GENERAL ALPHABETICAL INDEX Battery Charge Warning Light 29 Cab (continued) Battery, charging 7 maintenance 12 A/C On/Off Switch 32 Belts, seat 19 mirrors 16 ABS Warning Light 30 Brake roof vent 23 Adjustable steering column 45 system - towing and spring brakes 94 Cab-lock Warning Light 28 Air dryer 54 system malfunction 95...
  • Page 122 General Alphabetical Index Cooling system Fuel Gauge 31 coolant level 51 Fuel system Electrical system temperature gauge 31 fuel filter 94 battery charging 7 warning light 30 Fuses 103 jumper cables 8 Courtesy Lights 23 Electrolyte 8 Cruise control Emergency brake, see parking brake operation 64 Emergency repairs 93 GAWR - gross axle weight rating 111...
  • Page 123 General Alphabetical Index High Beam Warning Light 28 types and brands 83 Horn 45 specifications 84 Oil Pressure Warning Light 28 Maintenance OPERATING LEVER, PARKING BRAKE Incomplete vehicle certification label 111 activities 3 Inflating tires 52 before the winter season 88 Operating the transmission 59 Instrument panel 26 cab maintenance 88...
  • Page 124 General Alphabetical Index Replacing bulbs Serial number 110 courtesy light 102 Shifting gears 60 Tachometer 28 direction indicators, front 101 Shifting gears in a new vehicle 60 Tilting the Cab 14 headlights 100 Speedometer/Odometer 39 Tools, see vehicle tool kit interior light 102 Spring brakes - manual release 95 Towing 94...
  • Page 125 General Alphabetical Index hazard warning 28 Warranty 3 headlight main beam 28 Weekly maintenance 53 Wait to Start Light 30 low air 29 Welding 3 Warning Lights oil pressure 28 Wheels ABS 30 parking brake 29 changing wheels 97 Warning lights stop engine 30 Wheels and tires battery charge 29...
  • Page 126 General Alphabetical Index – 118 –...
  • Page 127 Your servicing Dealer is Peterbilt Motors Company P.O. Box 90208 Denton, Texas 76202 PB1340A 9/00 Printed in U.S.A.

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