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Volvo VNL 300 Daycab Operator's Manual

Volvo VNL 300 Daycab Operator's Manual (457 pages)

Brand: Volvo | Category: Trucks | Size: 10 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
4
Safety Information
8
Introduction 1
10
- Advisory Label Definitions (in Handbook)
  10
- Introduction
  11
- Information for the Owner
  11
- Emissions Control Compliance
  14
- Exhaust and Noise Emissions
  14
- B5 Approval for Volvo US 10 Certified Products
  15
- Engines Other than Volvo
  17
  - Noise Emissions
    17
  - Tampering with Noise Control System
    18
  - Noise Shielding and Insulation Devices
    19
  - Maintenance
    19
  - Cooling System
    19
  - Exhaust System
    19
  - Air Intake/Air Induction System
    20
  - Engine Control, EGR and Fuel Systems
    21
  - Noise Control Log
    21
- Vehicle Data
  22
- Identification and Labels
  22
  - Vehicle Order
    23
  - Certification Label
    23
  - Vehicle Identification Label
    24
  - Noise Emission Control Label
    24
  - Engine Identification Label
    24
  - Component Labels
    27
- Service Literature
  28
- Service Assistance
  29
- Reporting Safety Defects
  30
- United States
  30
- Canada
  30
- Mexico
  30
- Event Data Recording Devices
  31
- General Safety Information
  32
  - Operating the Vehicle
    32
Safety Information 23
32
- Operating in Bobtail Mode
  33
- Vorad Collision Warning System
  35
- Advisory Labels
  36
- Cab Entry and Exit
  37
- General
  37
- General Entry Guidelines
  40
- Driver Side Entry/Exit
  42
  - Passenger Side Entry/Exit
    43
  - Behind the Cab Access
    44
- Entering Sleeper from Seat
  47
- Standard Gear Lever
  47
- Safety Equipment
  49
- Warning Triangles, Day Cab
  50
- Sleeper Cab
  51
- Safety Belt System
  52
- Srs Airbag
  53
- SRS System
  53
- Cab Interior
  61
52 Instruments and Controls
61
- Instrument Panel
  62
- Tell-Tales
  62
- Colors
  62
- Panel Arrangement
  63
- Instrument Panel Gauge Layout
  64
  - Panel a
    65
  - 4 Tractor Parking Brake
    66
  - Panel B
    66
  - Panel C
    68
Panel D
69
Panel E
70
Tachometer
73
Upper Tell-Tales
73
Speedometer
73
Front and Rear Brake System Air Pressure Gauges
73
Oil Pressure Gauge
74
Coolant Temperature Gauge
76
Middle and Lower Tell-Tales
76
Driver Information Display (DID)
76
Fuel Level Gauge
76
Intake Manifold Pressure Gauge (High Level Cluster Only)
77
Application Air Pressure Gauge (High Level Cluster Only)
77
Exhaust Pyrometer Gauge (High Level Cluster Only)
78
- Interwheel Differential Lock
  79
- Inter-Axle Differential Lock
  80
- Electronically Controlled Suspension (ECS) (ON/OFF)
  81
- Idle Management Indicator Lamp
  81
- Lift Axle
  81
- Optional Switch
  81
- Auxiliary Switches
  84
- Engine Brake
  86
- I-Shift Eco-Roll
  86
- Front/Rear Axle Temperature Gauge
  86
- Engine/Transmission Temperature Gauge
  86
- Engine Brake Mode Select
  87
- I-Shift Hill Start Assist
  87
- Fifth Wheel Touch Lock
  88
- Marker Interrupt Switch
  89
- Secondary Gauge Cluster
  90
- Traction Control Shut-Off Switch
  91
- Suspension Dump Switch
  91
- Fifth Wheel Slide Switch
  92
- Engine Air Control Switch
  93
- Air Vent
  93
- Radio
  93
- Trailer Hand Brake Control
  94
- Passenger Window Control Switch or Optional Switch
  94
- Water-In-Fuel
  94
- Water-In-Fuel Drain Switch
  94
- Draining Procedure
  95
- Sleeper Fan Speed Switch
  96
- Snow Plow Lamps
  96
- Beacon Lamps Switch
  97
- Back of Cab Light Switch
  98
- Power Take-Off
  98
- Sleeper Overhead Bunk Lamp
  99
- Passenger Side Mirror IN/OUT
  99
- Side Mirror Heat
  99
- Microphone
  100
- Transmission-Mounted PTO
  100
Dash Switches
100
Power Take-Off (PTO)
100
- Engine-Mounted PTO, VN
  101
- PTO Speed Adjustment
  102
- To Increase/Decrease Engine Speed
  103
- Volvo Variable Geometry Turbo Brake VN
  103
- Volvo Engine Brake I-VEB
  104
- Cummins ISX Intebrake
  105
- Air Conditioning Electronic Climate Control (Ecc)
  107
Climate Control Systems
107
- Recirculation
  108
- Temperature Control Settings ECC
  108
- Maximum Cold Setting
  108
- Maximum Heat Setting
  108
- Mist and Ice Removal
  109
- ECC Air Distribution
  110
Air Conditioning Manual Climate Control (MCC)
111
- Temperature Control Settings MCC
  112
- MCC Air Distribution
  113
Sleeper Climate Unit
115
Light Control Panel
116
Fog and Driving Lights
117
Sleeper Control Panel (Sleeper Models Only)
119
Sleeper Control Panel, High
121
Sleeper Control Panel, Basic
123
- Set Clock
  124
- Turning Alarm On/Off
  125
- Dimmer
  125
- Setting Alarm Time
  126
- Turning Heater On/Off
  126
- Turning Sleeper Control Panel Timer On/Off
  128
- Setting Sleeper Control Panel Timer
  129
- Turning LVD Audible ON/OFF
  129
- Setting the LVD Control of the Parking Heater
  129
- Turning the Lamp Timer ON/OFF
  130
- Setting the Lamp Timer
  130
- Cup Holders and Trash Compartment
  131
Miscellaneous Cab Equipment
131
- Sleeper Cup Holder
  132
- Curtains
  133
- Ignition Switch
  134
Steering Column
134
Windshield Wiper/Washer
135
Adjustable Steering Column
136
- Right-Hand Controls
  137
- Left-Hand Controls
  137
Steering Wheel Controls
137
Horn Switches
138
Miscellaneous Switches
138
Interior Lights
139
Fresh Air Vent
143
Cab Ventilation, Sleeper
144
- 12 Volt Power Outlets
  146
- 12 Volt Locations
  147
Inverter Switch 12 V DC to 120 V AC
149
- 120 Volt System and Outlets
  151
- Cigar Lighter
  157
Parking Heater (Optional, Sleeper Models Only)
158
Fuel Parking Heater
159
Antennas
160
Antenna Multiplexer
161
Television
162
TV Antenna
163
Communication Equipment
164
CB Radio
164
- Telephone
  165
- Road Relay (Optional)
  165
Storage Compartments
165
- Front Overhead Storage
  167
- VN 780 Storage
  171
- VN 780 Bunk Storage
  172
- VNL 730 Storage
  173
Sleeper Bunks
178
- VNL 730 Sleeper Bunk
  182
- VN 670 Optional Fold down Step
  188
- VN 430 Sleeper Bunk
  190
- Upper Bunk Access VN 780
  191
Vn 780, Vnl 730, Vn 670 Office
193
Sleeper Compartment Sink
195
- Fresh Water Tank
  196
- Waste Water Tank
  200
192 Operation
201
Pre-Trip Assistance
201
Pre-Trip Inspection and Daily Maintenance
201
- Switch/Circuit Status Check
  202
- Exterior Light Inspection Check
  203
- Air Leakage Check
  205
- Approaching the Vehicle
  208
- Pre-Trip Inspection Quick List
  208
  - Condition of Front Axle and Steering System, Left Side
    209
  - Left Front Brake
    209
  - Left Front Suspension
    209
  - Left Front Wheel
    209
  - Condition of Windshield
    210
  - Engine Compartment, Right Side
    210
  - Grille
    210
  - Lights and Reflectors
    210
  - Condition of Front Axle and Steering System, Right Side
    211
  - Condition of Visible Components
    211
  - Right Front Brake
    211
  - Right Front Suspension
    211
  - Brakes
    212
  - Dual Wheels, One or Two Axles
    212
  - Frame Area
    212
  - Suspension
    212
  - Air Tubing and Electric Lines Visible from this Point
    213
  - Coupling System Area
    213
  - Sliding Fifth Wheel
    213
  - Fifth Wheel or Trailer Hitch
    215
  - Hook-Up Preparation
    215
  - Hooking up to Trailer
    215
  - Air and Electrical Connections
    216
  - Landing Gear or Dolly Area
    216
  - Cargo Securement
    218
  - Before Leaving the Parking Area
    219
  - Frame and Body
    219
  - Left Side of Trailer Area
    219
  - During the First 5000 Kilometers (3000 Miles)
    220
- New Vehicle Break-In
  220
  - At the First a Inspection Interval
    221
  - Initial Valve Adjustment Intervals
    221
- Hood Operation
  222
  - Opening the Hood
    222
  - Closing the Hood
    225
  - Cab, Short Fairing
    226
  - Hood Latch (Optional) VNM 200 Day
    226
  - Chassis Fairing/Steps Open and Locked Positions
    227
  - Securing the Fairing/Step
    230
  - Luggage Compartment
    231
  - Cab Doors and Door Lock
    233
  - Central Locking
    237
  - Lock Doors Using Remote Control
    237
  - Power Door Locks
    237
  - Unlock Doors Using Remote Control
    237
  - Heated Rear View Mirrors (Optional)
    238
  - Power Rear View Mirrors (Optional)
    238
  - Close Window
    239
  - Open Window (Auto-Down)
    239
  - Power Windows
    239
- Safety Belts
  239
  - Operating the Safety Belt
    242
  - Comfort Clip Operation
    243
  - Sleeper Safety Restraint
    245
- Safety Restraint VN 430, VN 630, VN 670
  247
  - Safety Restraint VN 730
    249
  - Safety Restraint VN 780
    252
  - Inspection
    253
  - Important Facts about Safety Belts in Heavy Trucks
    259
- Seats, General
  260
- National Standard Seat
  261
- Seat Adjustments
  261
- National Comfort Seat
  262
  - Bostrom Comfort Seat
    263
  - National Bench Seat
    264
- Passenger Seats
  264
  - National Toolbox Seat
    265
  - Bostrom Toolbox Seat
    266
  - No Passenger Seat (Optional)
    267
- Engine Operation
  268
- Immobilizer Feature
  269
- Volvo Engines Only
  269
- Control Awareness Feature
  271
  - Build Specification and Equipment
    272
  - Driveline Combination
    272
- Fuel Economy Driving
  272
  - Gross Vehicle Weight
    273
  - Service and Maintenance
    273
  - Tires
    273
  - Axles
    274
  - Air Temperature
    275
  - External Environment
    275
  - Headwinds
    275
  - Rain, Snow and Road Surface
    275
  - Driving Habits
    276
  - Hill Driving Technique
    276
  - Starting the Engine
    276
  - Air Tanks
    277
  - Charging Air to Another Vehicle
    278
- Cruise Control
  279
  - To Engage and Set Desired Speed
    279
  - Resuming Vehicle Speed
    280
- Volvo Engine Brake (I-VEB)
  281
- Brake Operation
  282
  - Brake Safety Information
    282
  - Brake System Controls
    288
  - Master Warning Tell-Tale
    288
  - Foot Brake Valve
    289
- Parking Brake/Trailer Supply Valves
  291
  - Parking Brake Release
    292
  - Spring Brake for Parking
    294
- Trailer Brake Hand Control
  297
- Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs)
  299
  - ABS Malfunction Trailer
    300
  - ABS Malfunction Truck/Tractor
    300
- Traction Control System (Tcs) (Optional)
  301
- Volvo Enhanced Stability Technology
  301
- Tire Pressure System (if Equipped)
  303
- Air Pressure Monitoring and Alert
  304
  - Critically Low Air Pressure
    304
  - Low Pressure Alert
    304
- Tire Temperature Monitoring and Alert
  305
- Vehicle Speed Retarding Devices
  306
- Volvo Variable Geometry Turbo Brake
  306
- Starting the Engine
  307
  - Engine Break-In
    309
  - Engine Overspeed
    310
  - Idling
    310
  - Low Idle Adjustment
    310
  - Idle Shutdown Timer
    312
  - Uphill Operation
    312
  - Downhill Operation
    313
  - High Altitude Operation
    313
  - Engine Shut-Down System
    314
  - Stopping the Engine
    314
- Cold Weather Operation
  315
  - Volvo Engine Cold Start
    315
  - Engines Without Preheater
    316
  - Engine Block Heater (Optional)
    319
  - Fuel Heater Filter
    320
  - Oil Pan Heater
    320
  - Fuel Tank Heater
    321
  - Fifth Wheel General Information
    322
- Fifth Wheel Instructions
  322
  - Fifth Wheel Slider
    325
  - Unlocking the Fifth Wheel
    326
  - Trailer Uncoupling Procedures
    336
- Operating the Fifth Wheel Slider
  341
- Performance Bonus Feature
  345
  - Performance Bonus Status Reward
    345
  - Rolling Buffer
    346
- Performance Bonus Guide
  347
  - Driving Mode
    349
  - Non-Driving Mode
    350
- Axles
  351
- Differential Locks
  351
- Exhaust Aftertreatment System
  354
Volvo, US10 Emissions Solution 345
354
388 Maintenance and Lubrication
397
- Towing Procedure
  398
  - General
    398
  - Towing Instructions
    400
  - Acceptable Loads Per Hook
    404
  - Pintle Hook Advisory Label
    404
  - Towing Pintle
    404
  - Caging Spring Brake Chambers
    405
    
    Wheel Lift Method
    407
    
    Towing Vehicle from Rear Method
    409
    
    Off Roadway Towing Method
    410
  - Engine Oil Level Check
    412
  - Clutch Fluid Check
    413
  - Engine Maintenance Intervals
    414
  - Power Steering, General
    415
    
    Windshield Washer Capacity
    416
    
    Windshield Washer Reservoir
    416
    
    Coolant Level Check
    417
  - Cooling System
    417
  - Cab
    418
  - Changing Headlight Bulb
    419
  - Headlights
    419
    
    VNM Instructions
    419
    
    VNL Instructions
    420
  - Roof Extender
    421
    
    VN 630/670 Roof Extender Adjustment
    422
    
    VN Roof Extender Measurements
    422
  - Front Bumper/License Plate Mounting
    424
    
    Multiple License Plate Mounting
    425
    
    VORAD License Plate Mounting
    426
    
    Chassis Frame
    427
  - Modifications to Vehicle
    427
    
    Frame Alterations
    428
    
    Welding in Vehicle
    428
    
    Check Wheel Nuts Torque
    429
  - Wheels
    429
  - Inflating Tires
    430
  - Battery
    433
    
    Battery Box Access for Jump Start
    433
    
    Battery Jump Starting and Charging
    435
    
    Battery to Battery Charging
    437
    
    Battery, Low State of Charge
    438
  - Battery Voltage Protection System
    442
  - Electrical
    445
    
    General Safety Guidelines
    445
    
    Charging System
    447
    
    Electrical Center
    448
    
    CB Power Studs
    451
Metric Conversions
453
- SI to U.S. Conversions
  454
- U.S. to si Conversions
  454

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