Kenworth T680, T880 Operator Manual

Operator’s Manual

Contents Safety

Emergency

Controls

Driving

Maintenance

Information

Index

Contents

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features or equipment which may be either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment which are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any illustrations or descriptions relating to features or equipment which are not on this vehicle.

PACCAR reserves the right to discontinue, change specications, or change the design of its vehicles at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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.

Truck Model Example

SAFETY

INTRODUCTION

About the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Vehicle Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

A Special Word About Repairs . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Additional Sources of Information . . . . . . . . . 1-8

CAB AND FRAME ACCESS

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Door Lock and Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Climbing onto the Deck Plate . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

GETTING TO YOUR ENGINE

Hood Hold Downs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Hood Tilt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Hood Hold-Open Device . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

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SEATS AND RESTRAINTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Safety Restraint Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Tether Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Komfort-Latch® Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

During Pregnancy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28

Belt Damage and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28

Sleeper Bunks and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 1-29

Safety Restraint Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31

START-UP

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33

Safe Vehicle Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33

Vehicle Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34

Emergency Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36

Driver's Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36

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About the Manual

Congratulations! Your selection of a Kenworth truck was a wise investment. Kenworth trucks are recognized as the industry standard for quality and reliability.

Please take the time to get acquainted with your vehicle by reading this Operator’s Manual. We recommend that you read and understand this manual from beginning to end before you operate your truck. This manual explains the safe, efcient operation and maintenance of your Kenworth.

NOTE

After you’ve read this manual, it should be stored in the cab for convenient reference and remain with this truck when sold.

Your Kenworth may not have all the features or options mentioned in this manual. Therefore, you should pay careful attention to the instructions that pertain to just your vehicle. In addition, if your vehicle is equipped with special equipment or options not discussed in this manual, consult your dealer or the manufacturer of the equipment.

All information contained in this manual is based on the latest production information available at the time of publication. Kenworth Truck Company reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Safety Alerts

Please read and follow all of the safety alerts contained in this manual. They are there for your protection and information. These alerts can help you avoid injury to yourself, your passengers, and help prevent costly damage to the vehicle. Safety alerts are highlighted by safety alert symbols and signal words such as "WARNING", "CAUTION", or "NOTE". Please do not ignore any of these alerts.

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WARNING CAUTION

WARNING!

The safety message following this symbol and signal word provides a warning against operating procedures which could cause death or personal injury. They could also cause equipment or property damage. The alert will identify the hazard, how to avoid it, and the probable consequence of not avoiding the hazard.

Example:

WARNING!

Do not carry additional fuel containers in your vehicle. Fuel containers, either full or empty, may leak, explode, and cause or feed a re. Do not carry ex tra fuel containers. Even empty ones are dangerous. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

CAUTION

The safety alert following this symbol and signal word provides a caution against operating procedures which could cause equipment or property damage. The alert will identify the hazard, how to avoid it, and the probable consequence of not avoiding the hazard.

Example:

CAUTION

Continuing to operate your vehicle with insufcient oil pressure will cause serious engine damage. Failure to comply may result in equipment or property damage.

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NOTE

The alert following this symbol and signal word provides important information that is not safety related but should be followed. The alert will highlight things that may not be obvious and is useful to your efcient operation of the vehicle.

Example:

NOTE

Pumping the accelerator will not assist in starting the engine.

Vehicle Safety

WARNING!

Do not drink alcohol and drive. Your reexes, perceptions, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You could have a serious or even fatal accident, if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

WARNING!

Do not text and drive. Your reaction time, perceptions and judgment can be affected while texting or using any other form of mobile messaging while driving. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Make sure your vehicle is in top working condition before heading

out on the road, it is the responsible driver's duty to do so. Inspect the vehicle according to the Driver's Check List beginning on page 1-36.

Every new vehicle is designed to conform to all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards applicable at the time of manufacture. Even with these safety features, continued safe and reliable operation depends greatly upon regular vehicle maintenance. Follow the maintenance recommendations found in Preventive Maintenance on page 5-9. This will help preserve your investment.

Keep in mind that even a well maintained vehicle must be operated within the range of its mechanical capabilities and the limits of its load ratings. See the Weight Ratings label on the driver's door edge.

Safe driving is only possible with the proper concentration on the driving

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task. Keep distraction to a minimum to

improve your concentration. Examples of distractions may include radio controls, GPS navigation controls, cellular telephone calls, cellular text messages, reading or reaching for something on the oor. Minimizing your distractions will improve safe driving and will help avoid an accident involving death or personal injury.

Be aware of local regulations that may prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving. In addition to being an unsafe practice, it may be against local or federal ordinances to use cellular devices while operating the vehicle.

This manual is not a training manual. It cannot tell you everything you need to know about driving your vehicle. For that you need a good training program or truck driving school. If you have not been trained, get the proper training before you drive. Only qualied drivers should drive this vehicle.

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.

• Battery posts, terminals, and

related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Data Recorder

California Vehicle Code - Section 9951- Disclosure of Recording Device

Your vehicle may be equipped with one or more recording devices commonly referred to as “event data recorders (EDR)” or “sensing and diagnostic modules (SDM)”. If you are involved in an accident, the device(s) may have the ability to record vehicle data that occurred just prior to and/or during the accident. For additional information on your rights associated with the use of this data, contact

• the California Department of Motor

Vehicles - Licensing Operations Division – or –

• http://www.dmv.ca.gov/

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Environmental Protection

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. This warning re quirement is mandated by California law (Proposition 65) and does not re sult from any change in the manner in which vehicles are manufactured.

Some of the ingredients in engine oil, hydraulic oil, transmission and axle oil, engine coolant, diesel fuel, air conditioning refrigerant (R12, R134a, and PAG oil), batteries, etc., may contaminate the environment if spilled or not disposed of properly. Contact your local government agency

for information concerning proper A Special Word About disposal.

Repairs

WARNING!

Do not attempt repair work without sufcient training, service manuals, and the proper tools. You could be killed or injured, or you could make your ve hicle unsafe. Do only those tasks you are fully qualied to do.

Your dealer’s service center is the best place to have your vehicle repaired. You can nd dealers all over the country with the equipment and trained personnel to get you back on the road quickly—and keep you there.

Your vehicle is a complex machine. Anyone attempting repairs on it needs good mechanical training and the proper tools. If you are sure you have these requirements, then you can probably perform some repairs yourself. However, all warranty repairs

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must be performed by an authorized

service facility. If you aren’t an experienced mechanic, or don’t have the right equipment, please leave all repairs to an authorized service facility. They are the ones equipped to do the job safely and correctly.

Maintenance Manuals. If you do decide to do any complex repair work, you’ll need the maintenance manuals. Order them from your authorized dealer. Please provide your Chassis Serial Number when you order, to be sure you get the correct manuals for your vehicle. Allow about four weeks for delivery. There will be a charge for these manuals.

Final Chassis Bill of Material. A complete, non-illustrated computer printout listing of the parts used to custom-build your vehicle is available through the dealer from whom you purchased your vehicle.

WARNING!

Modifying your vehicle can make it unsafe. Some modications can affect your vehicle's electrical system, stabil ity, or other important functions. Before modifying your vehicle, check with your dealer to make sure it can be done safely. Improper modications can cause death or personal injury.

Additional Sources of Information

Installed Equipment - Operator's Manuals

Major component suppliers also supply operation manuals specic to their products. Additional manuals and other pieces of literature are included in the glove box literature package. Look for information on products such as the engine, driver's seat, transmission, axles, wheels, tires, ABS/ESP (if applicable), radio, 5th wheel, lane departure and adaptive cruise control. If you are missing these pieces of literature, ask your Dealer for copies.

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Other Sources

Another place to learn more about trucking is from local truck driving schools. Contact one near you to learn about courses they offer.

Federal and state agencies such as the department of licensing also have information. The Interstate Commerce Commission can give you information about regulations governing transportation across state lines.

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CAB AND FRAME

ACCESS

Safety

WARNING!

Always reinstall steps before entering the cab or accessing the deck plate. Without steps you could slip and fall. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Be careful whenever you get into or out of your vehicle’s cab. Always maintain at least three points of contact with your hands on the grab handles and your feet on the steps.

WARNING!

Jumping out of the cab or getting into the cab without proper caution is dan gerous. You could slip and fall, which could lead to death or personal injury. Keep steps clean. Clean any fuel, oil, or grease off of the steps before enter ing the cab. Use the steps and grab handles provided, and always keep at least three points of contact between your hands and feet and the truck. Al ways face toward the vehicle when entering or exiting the cab and look where you are going.

The following picture shows the best way to enter and exit a Conventional Cab.

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Door Lock and Keys

Door Lock

Doors can be locked from the inside by using the lock button. Close the door then push the button down to lock. Doors automatically unlock when you open them from inside, and can be locked from the outside with the key or the optional remote keyless entry key fob.

WARNING!

To reduce the chance of death or personal injury, always lock the doors while driving. Along with using the lap shoulder belts properly, locking the doors helps prevent doors from inad vertently opening and occupants from being ejected from the vehicle.

To lock or unlock the doors from

Keys

outside the cab, insert the key in the The same key ts your ignition, doors, lock. Turn the key toward the rear to and sleeper luggage compartment. lock; forward to unlock.

Frame-mounted tool box locks and locking fuel tank caps each have individual keys.

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

(Optional)

This vehicle may be equipped with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system that adds security and convenience to your vehicle. The system will lock or unlock the driver’s door and passenger’s door with the key fob and alert you with parking lights when the selected doors are locked or unlocked. The system includes two key fobs that provide secure rolling code technology that prevents someone from recording the entry signal.

NOTE

FCC ID: L2C0031T IC: 3432A-0031T FCC ID: L2C0032R IC: 3432A-0032R This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not expres sively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equip ment. The term “IC:” before the radio certication number only signies that Industry Canada technical specica tions were met.

Operation To Unlock the Driver’s Door

Press the UNLOCK button once. The driver's door will unlock and the parking lights will come on for 40 seconds.

To Unlock the Passenger’s Door

Press the UNLOCK button once and press again within 5 seconds. The passenger door will unlock.

To Lock All Doors

Press the LOCK button. The doors will

lock and the parking lights will come on for 2 seconds. If the doors are open they will not lock. The range of the

RKE system should be approximately 30 ft. This will be reduced if it is operated close to other RF sources

such as TV/radio transmitters and cell towers.

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Batteries

The key fob uses one CR2032, 3V battery. Batteries should last approximately three years, depending on use. Consistently reduced range is an indicator that the battery needs replacement. Batteries are available at most discount, hardware, and drug stores.

The battery can be accessed by removing the cover of the key fob. After a new battery is installed, the key fob must be synchronized with the vehicle.

Synchronization

The key fob may need to be synchronized to the truck when the battery is replaced or when the key fob has not been used for an extended period of time.

To Synchronize A Key Fob:

1. Hold the key fob near the receiver which is located behind the speedometer and tachometer.

2. Press and hold both the Lock and Unlock buttons at the same time for approximately 7 seconds.

3. When the key fob is resynchronized, the doors will lock then immediately unlock.

4. If the fob fails to synchronize, it could be programmed to a different truck or could have failed. Contact your dealer to re-program your key fob.

Climbing onto the Deck Plate

WARNING!

When you are climbing onto and off the deck plate, maintain at least three points of contact with your hands on the grab handles and your feet on the steps. Always face toward the vehicle when entering or exiting the cab and look where you are going. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

WARNING!

When stepping onto a surface to enter the cab or access the deck plate, only use the steps and grab handles in stalled and designed for that purpose. Failure to use the proper steps and grabhandles could cause a fall which may result in death or personal injury.

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Keep steps clean. Clean any fuel, oil, or grease off the steps before en tering the cab or accessing the deck plate. Stepping on a slippery surface can cause a fall which may result in death or personal injury.

Always reinstall steps before entering the cab or accessing the deck plate. Without steps you could slip and fall. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Any alteration (adding bulkheads, headache racks, tool boxes, etc.) be hind the cab that affects the utilization of installed grab handles, deck plates, or frame access steps should com ply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 399.

WARNING!

NOTE

The following pictures show you the right way to get on and off the area behind your cab.

Hold handles as you step up.

Maintain three points of contact.

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Hood Hold Downs

Hood hold downs keep a hood from opening unexpectedly.

CAUTION

A hood not latched securely could open during operation and cause ve hicle damage. Be sure to latch the hood securely.

1. Hood Latch in the Closed Position

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2. Pull Latch to Open 3. Pull Up to Separate

Hood Tilt

To open your hood, unlock the hood hold downs by unlatching them. Put one or both hands on the top of the hood front. Tilt the hood forward by pulling at the top of the hood, pivoting on the foot placed on the bumper and using the foot on the ground for stability. Keep pulling on the hood until you are certain that the hood hold open device is engaged. When closing the hood, be sure that you maintain the same points of contact (top of hood and bumper) to control the movement of the hood as it closes.

WARNING!

A pivoting hood could hurt someone or be damaged itself. Before opening or closing the hood, be sure there are no people or objects in the way. Failure to stand in a position of safety can cause death or personal injury.

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Pull with hand from here

Hood Hold-Open Device

The hood is equipped with a hood hold-open device. In order for the hood hold-open device to become engaged, the vehicle hood must be fully open. Once the vehicle hood is fully open, the hold-open latch will automatically engage and will need to be disengaged by the operator.

The release lever for the hood hold open device is located near the front hinge of the hood. Press the lever in to disengage the hood hold open device.

Press in to disengage

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Before opening or closing the hood, make sure your footing is secure and stable. Failure to do so may cause the hood to close uncontrollably which may result in death or personal injury.

Always ensure the hood hold-open latch is engaged to keep the hood fully open any time anyone gets under the hood for any reason. Failure to do so may cause the hood to close uncon trollably which may result in death or personal injury.

Before closing the hood, be sure the area is clear—no people or objects are in the way. Failure to do so may result in death or personal injury.

WARNING!

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Introduction

This section covers the operation and safe use of your seats. For further information on features and adjustment of the seat, see the manufacturer's Service and Operation Manual included with the vehicle.

Seat Adjustment

WARNING!

Do not adjust the driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could move suddenly and unexpectedly and can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Make all adjustments to the seat while the vehicle is stopped. After adjusting the seat and before driving off, always check to ensure that the seat is rmly latched in position. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury or property damage.

WARNING!

Before driving or riding in vehicle, ensure that there is adequate head clearance at maximum upward travel of seat. Injury may occur if head clearance is not adequate. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Suggested Control Setting Order:

1. Seat fore/aft position

2. Seat height

3. Thigh support

4. Seat bottom angle

5. Seat back recline angle

6. Lumbar

7. Adjust steering wheel

8. Adjust mirrors

The suspension seat in this vehicle will have the following controls to adjust the seat to the operator’s specic needs.

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1. Seat heater/cooler

2. Seat thigh support up/down

3. Seat bottom angle adjustment

WARNING!

Seat heaters should not be used if the operator or passenger has difculty in sensing and reacting to an increased temperature of the seat. The heater function may result in personal injury.

CAUTION

Do not use the seat heater for more than 10 minutes at one time. Always turn off the seat heaters when they are not needed. Overuse of the seat heater may decrease the capacity of the vehicle’s batteries and may result in poor starting and potential equip ment damage.

1. Seat fore/aft

2. Express down

3. Suspension stiffness

4. Seat height up/down

5. Lumbar and bolster* controls

6. Recline adjustment

7. Armrest angle adjustment *This is an optional feature and may vary

depending on the vehicle.

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WARNING!

Do not drive or ride with your seat back in the reclined position. You could be injured by sliding under the seat belts in a collision. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Lumbar (and bolster support if available) are provided for superior support to the back during operation. Lower support is standard and the optional functions include upper lumbar and bolster functions. Pressing on the “+” symbol of the button will add support in the area. Pressing the opposite side of the button will release pressure and will reduce support in the area.

1. Lower and Upper* lumbar adjustment

2. Bolster* adjustment *This is an optional feature and may vary

depending on the vehicle.

The seats in this vehicle are equipped with a switch that locks out the fore-aft isolator function in the seat. When locked, the seat will not move back and forth. It will be rigidly xed and only allowed to move up and down with the vehicle’s movements.

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Passenger Seat Swivel (Optional)

This vehicle may be equipped with a swivel function on the passenger seat. This function allows the passenger seat to rotate and face towards the inside of the cab.

WARNING!

Always ensure that the passenger seat is locked into the forward-facing position when the vehicle is in mo tion. Locking the swivel seat into the forward facing position maximizes vis ibility to the surrounding area. Failure to comply creates a safety hazard that may result in death or personal injury.

WARNING!

Do not use the swivel function while a passenger is in the seat and the vehi cle is in motion. The seat belt will not provide proper protection if the pas senger is not facing forward and the vehicle is in an accident. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Safety Restraint Belts

Safety belts have proven to be the single most effective means available for reducing the potential for either death or personal injury in motor vehicle accidents. Unbelted riders could be thrown into the windshield or other parts of the cab or could be thrown out of the cab. They could strike another person. Injuries can be

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much worse when riders are unbelted. above the speedometer/tachometer Lap/Shoulder Belt Always fasten your seat belt and be sure anyone riding with you does the same. Therefore, read the following instructions and always observe user warnings pertaining to safety belts.

WARNING!

Do not drive vehicle without your seat belt and your riders belts fastened. Riding without a safety belt properly fastened can lead to death or personal injury in an emergency.

WARNING!

In vehicles equipped with passenger seat swivel function, the seat belts will only perform their intended function when the seat is facing forward. Fail ure to comply can lead to death or personal injury in an emergency.

Your vehicle is equipped with a seat belt indicator in the warning light display

(see “Seat Belt, Fasten” on page 3-41).

The combination lap-shoulder belt is equipped with a locking mechanism. The system adjusts automatically to a person's size and movements as long as the pull on the belt is slow.

Hard braking or a collision locks the belt. The belt will also lock when driving up or down a steep hill or in a sharp curve.

To fasten the belt:

1. Grasp the belt tongue.

2. Pull belt in a continuous slow motion across your chest and lap.

3. Insert belt tongue into buckle on inboard side of seat.

4. Push down until the tongue is securely locked with an audible click.

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5. Pull belt to check for proper fastening and adjustment, as follows:

• Pull shoulder section to make sure

belt ts snugly across the chest and pelvis.

• There should be less than 1 inch

(25 mm) gap between the body and the belt.

• The shoulder belt must be

positioned over the shoulder, it must never rest against the neck or be worn under the arm.

• Make sure any slack is wound up

on the retractor and that the belt is not twisted.

To unfasten the belt:

1. Push in the release button on the buckle.

If the belt is locked, lean the body back to remove any tension in the belt. After releasing the belt, allow the belt to retract completely by guiding the belt tongue until the belt comes to a stop.

2. The belt will spring out of the buckle.

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