Peterbilt 567, 579 Operator's Manual

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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.

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The information prohibited without prior written authorization from PACCAR Inc.

reserves the right to discontinue, change specications, or change the design of its vehicles at any time without

contained in this manual is proprietary to PACCAR. Reproduction, in whole or in part, by any means is strictly

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SAFETY

INTRODUCTION

How to use this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

How to Find What You Want

Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle Safety

A Special Word Additional Sources

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

About Repairs . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

of Information . . . . . . . . . 1-9

CAB AND FRAME ACCESS

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

Door Lock and Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote Keyless Climbing onto the Deck Plate . .

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

GETTING TO YOUR ENGINE

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

Hood Tilt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood Hold-Open Device . .

. . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

1-4

1-11

. . . . . . . . 1-13

1-16

. . . . . . . . . . 1-17

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SAFETY

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS

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

Safety Restraint

Tether

Komfort-Latch® Feature During Pregnancy. Belt Damage Sleeper Bunks Safety Restraint

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

Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28

and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28

and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 1-29

Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31

START-UP

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

Safe Vehicle

Vehicle

Emergency Equipment Driver's Check

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33

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

List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36

. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36

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How to use this Manual

This manual contains useful information for the safe and efcient operation of your Peterbilt vehicle. It also provides information on maintaining your vehicle in the best condition, with an outline for performing safety checks and basic preventive maintenance inspections.

have tried to present the

We information you’ll need to learn about your vehicle’s functions, controls, and operation—and to present it as clearly as possible. We hope you’ll nd this manual easy to use.

There will take this manual out of your Peterbilt. When you do, please be sure to return it to the cab when you are nished using it. That way it will be there when

be times when you need to

you need pass the vehicle on to the next user.

it the next time or when you

How to Find What You Want

There are several tools built into this manual to help you nd what you need quickly and easily.

First is

the Quick Table of Contents. Located at the front of the manual, this lists the main subjects covered and gives section numbers where you can nd these subjects. Use the Quick Table of Contents to nd information on a large subject like “Maintenance.”

Cross-referenced citations you get the information you need. If some other part of the manual contains further information on the subject you are reading about, we’ll indicate that in a cross-reference like this: (See Driver’s won’t have information.

Finally you’ll

Index. It’s in the back of the manual

Check List on page 1-36). You

to go searching for more

nd a helpful Subject

also help

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and alphabetically lists the subjects

covered. So if you want information on brakes, for example, just look under Brake in the Subject Index. You’ll nd all the pages listed where brakes or braking are discussed.

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.

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.

WARNING!

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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 NOTE

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

operate your vehicle

NOTE

The alert 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:

Pumping the accelerator will not assist in starting the engine.

following this symbol and

NOTE

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Vehicle

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.

Do not 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

Safety

WARNING!

text and drive. Your reaction

the road, it is the responsible

out on driver's duty to do so. Inspect the vehicle according List beginning

Every new 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 page 5investment.

Keep in 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 proper concentration on the driving

Preventive Maintenance on

9. This will help preserve your

mind that even a well

to the Driver's Check

on page 1-36.

vehicle is designed to

is only possible with the

task. Keep 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 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 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.

distraction to a minimum to

of local regulations that may

is not a training manual.

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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 9951- Disclosure of Recording Device

vehicle may be equipped with one

Your 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

Code - Section

• the California Department of Motor

Vehicles - Licensing Operations Division – or –

• http://www.dmv.ca.gov/

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

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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.

vehicle is a complex machine.

Your 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

must be 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.

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

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.

performed by an authorized

If you do

Bill of Material. A

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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 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.

suppliers also supply

Other Sources

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

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

to learn more about

state agencies such

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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 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.

whenever you get into or out

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 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.

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.

be locked from the inside by

WARNING!

lock or unlock the doors from

To 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.

Keys

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

box locks and

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Remote Keyless

(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.

Entry (RKE)

NOTE

FCC ID: 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 interference, and (2) terference 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.

L2C0031T IC: 3432A-0031T

may not cause harmful

This device must accept any in-

Operation To Unlock the Driver’s Door

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

Press the press again within 5 seconds. The passenger door will unlock.

Press the

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.

UNLOCK button once. The

Unlock the Passenger’s Door

UNLOCK button once and

Lock All Doors

LOCK button. The doors will

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Batteries

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

fob uses one CR2032,

can be accessed by

Synchronization

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

1. Hold the

2. Press and

3. When the

4. If the

fob may need to be

Synchronize A Key Fob:

key fob near the receiver

which is located behind the speedometer and tachometer.

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

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

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 right way to get on and off the area behind your cab.

Hold handles as you step up.

pictures show you the

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 keeping your feet 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 point of contact (top of hood) 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

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.

Before driving 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.

WARNING!

or riding in vehicle,

Suggested Control

1. Seat fore/aft

2. Seat height

3. Thigh support

4. Seat bottom

5. Seat back

6. Lumbar

7. Adjust steering

8. Adjust mirrors

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

Setting Order:

position

angle

recline angle

wheel

seat in this vehicle will

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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

5. Lumbar and

6. Recline adjustment

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

depending on the vehicle.

up/down

bolster* controls

adjustment

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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 an optional feature and may vary

* This is 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 swivel function on the passenger seat. This function allows the passenger seat to rotate and face towards the inside of the cab.

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.

may be equipped with a

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 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 belt. The belt will also lock when driving up or down a steep hill or in a sharp curve.

fasten the belt:

1. Grasp the

2. Pull belt motion across your chest and lap.

3. Insert belt inboard side of seat.

4. Push down securely locked with an audible click.

lap-shoulder belt is

or a collision locks the

belt tongue.

in a continuous slow

tongue into buckle on

until the tongue is

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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.

unfasten the belt:

belt is locked, lean the body back

If the 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.

1. Push in buckle.

2. The belt buckle.

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the release button on the

will spring out of the

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Safety Restraint Belts

Correct Incorrect (too high on hips) Correct (over arm) Incorrect (under arm) Incorrect (twisted)

WARNING!

Proper seat is important safety. safety belt or personal

belt adjustment and use

to maximize occupant

Failure to wear or adjust the

properly may result in death

injury.

Lap Belt

Tether Belts

This vehicle tether belt of the belts are in the accident.

may have an external

installed with a seat, instead

internal tethering device. Tether

designed to restrain the seat

event of a sudden stop or an

Shoulder Belt

Internal tether belts do not require adjustment.

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Do not remove, modify, or replace the tether belt system with a different tether system. A failed or missing tether belt could allow the seat base to fully extend in the event of an acci dent. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Failure to adjust tether belts properly can cause excessive movement of the seat in an accident. Tether belts should be adjusted so that they are taut when the seat is in its most up ward and forward position. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

WARNING!

To adjust an external tether belt:

• Make sure that the tether belt is

attached to the cab oor and seat frame. It should be routed through the buckle on each side.

• Often the attachments are made

using a split-type hook. Make sure both halves of the hook are around the anchor bracket.

• To lengthen the tether, turn the

buckle to a right angle to the webbing. Then pull the buckle. To shorten the tether, pull on the strap.

Komfort-Latch® Feature

Your vehicle includes a feature designed to eliminate cinching and provide improved safety and comfort. Cinching is the condition where a belt becomes continually tighter around you during a rough, bouncy ride. The need for this feature increases with rough road conditions, particularly over long distances.

eliminate cinching, simply activate the Komfort-Latch feature located on the seat belt webbing at the appropriate time:

1. Adjust the

position.

2. Latch the

3. If available,

height adjuster to a comfortable driving position.

seat to its proper driving

seat belt.

adjust the seat belt

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4. While seated appropriately, push the "on" button to engage the Komfort Latch.

5. Learn forward hear a "click."

6. Return to and the Komfort Latch maintains the preset amount of tension relief.

disengage the mechanism:

1. Unbuckle the

2. Press the Komfort Latch or tug on the shoulder strap.

in the seat until you

normal driving position,

seat belt

“OFF” button of the

Komfort-Latch®

More information tutorials can be found at: http://www.clicktugsnug.com/ .

and video

WARNING!

Do not set the Komfort Latch with too much slack. Too much slack may reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

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SEATS AND RESTRAINTS

During Pregnancy

Pregnant women should always wear Damaged belts in the cab must combination lap/shoulder belts. The be replaced. lap belt portion must be worn snugly stretched, cut, and as low as possible across the protect you pelvis. To avoid pressure on the abdomen, the belt must never pass over the waist. A properly worn seat belt may signicantly reduce the risks to woman and baby in the event of a crash.

Belt Damage and Repair

Belts that have been

or worn out may not

in an accident.

If any

seat belt is not working properly,

Authorized Service Center for

see an

replacement.

information on seat belts

belt maintenance, see Safety

- Inspection on page

Pregnant Woman Worn

with Belt Properly

repair or

For further and seat Restraint System 5-67.

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Sleeper Bunks and the vehicle is in motion. Your vehicle Restraints

For cabs equipped with a sleeper, be sure to use the restraint devices when

may have belts and/or a net restraint system which are over the bunk or cover the opening.

If your vehicle has an upper and lower bunk, the upper bunk can be folded up out of the way to provide you with more room in the sleeper. Fold the upper bunk up and insert the metal end of the bunk retaining belts into the buckles.

WARNING!

Be sure the restraint system is used when anyone is occupying the sleeper while the vehicle is moving. In an ac cident, an unrestrained person lying in a sleeper bunk could be seriously in jured. He or she could be thrown from the bunk. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Lower

WARNING!

Always keep the lower bunk in its down position while the vehicle is moving. If left in the up position, stored items could become loose during an acci dent and strike you, causing death or personal injury.

Before you move the vehicle, check to be sure the lower bunk is in the down position.

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Upper

WARNING!

Be sure the latch that holds the upper bunk in the folded position is working properly so the bunk will not fall down. Pull on the bunk to be sure it is latched securely. If the bunk falls, you could be injured. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Per FMCSR Persons Not to be Transported. Federal law prohibits the transportation of persons in commercial vehicles unless they are specically authorized in writing by the motor carrier. See the cited FMCSR for a complete description of the regulation and exemptions.

392.60 - Unauthorized

WARNING!

Any loose items on the upper or lower bunk should be moved to a secured place before driving the vehicle. Fail ure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Upper Rear Sleeper Storage

Your

vehicle may be equipped with an upper storage shelf that extends over the lower bunk and across the rear

of the sleeper. The following warning applies:

WARNING!

Overhead compartments are not intended for items exceeding their designed weight limits. Exceeding the weight limits may cause the shelf to collapse and or items may fall out in a sudden stop which may lead to death or personal injury.

Compartments in the cab and sleeper are provided for storage of necessary items used during operation. The storage areas above the door are designed to hold a combined total not exceeding 14 lbs (6 kg) per compartment and the other overhead compartments (including those in

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the optional sleeper) should hold a Safety Restraint Tips combined total (2.2 kg) per

not exceeding 5 lbs

compartment.

• Do not wear a belt over rigid or

breakable objects clothing, such pens, keys, cause injury

in or on your

as eye glasses,

etc., as these may

in an accident.

• Any authorized person sleeping

vehicle while it is moving

in your should use

the bunk restraint.

• Any authorized person sitting in

the sleeper (if equipped) should wear

area on the sofa bed

while it is moving

a seat belt.

• A responsible operator sees to it

that everyone in the vehicle rides or sleeps is responsible passengers or properly use bunk restraint

safely. The operator

to inform any

co-drivers how to

the seat belts and

in the vehicle.

• Do not strap in more than one

person with

each belt.

Keep seat belt and bunk restraint

•

buckles free that may

of any obstruction

prevent secure locking.

• Damaged or worn belts in the cab

or sleeper, stretch forces must be not protect accident.

subjected to excessive

from normal wear,

replaced. They may

you if you have an

• Any belts or restraints that have

been subjected should be (attaching) hardware buckles.

to an accident

inspected for any loose

or damaged

• If belts show damage to any part

of assembly, bindings, buckles they must

such as webbing,

or retractors,

be replaced.

• Do not allow safety belts (seat

or bunk) getting caught seat hardware, sharp objects.

to become damaged by

in door, bunk or

or rubbing against

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retractors may not work properly.

All belts must be kept clean or the

•

• Never bleach or dye seat or bunk

restraint belts: chemicals can weaken them. Do, however, keep them clean by following the care label on the belts. Let them dry completely before allowing them to retract or be stowed away.

• Make sure the seat belts and

bunk restraint of the unoccupied passenger seat or bunk is fully wound up on its retractor or is stowed, so that the belt or restraint tongue is in its properly stowed position. This reduces the possibility of the tongue becoming a striking object in case of a sudden stop.

• Do not modify or disassemble the

seat belts or bunk restraint in your vehicle. They will not be available

to keep safe.

you and your passengers

• If any seat belt or bunk restraint

is not working properly, see an authorized dealer for repair or replacement.

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Introduction

The following section covers start-up procedures for getting your vehicle ready for the road.

Safe Vehicle Operation

For your safety, as well as those around you, be a responsible driver:

• If you drink alcohol, do not drive.

• Do not drive if you are tired, ill, or

under emotional stress.

Safe driving proper concentration on the driving 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 prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving. In addition to being an unsafe practice, it may be against local

is only possible with the

of local regulations that may

or federal devices while operating the vehicle.

Much has of your vehicle including advanced engineering techniques, rigid quality control, and demanding inspections. These manufacturing processes will be enhanced by you, the safe driver, who observes the following:

ordinances to use cellular

gone into the manufacturing

• Knows and understands how to

operate the vehicle and all its controls.

• Maintains the vehicle properly.

• Uses driving skills wisely.

For more Department of Transportation Regulation 392.7, which states that interstate commercial motor vehicles are not to be driven unless the driver is sure that certain parts and accessories are in working order.

information, refer to

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The use of alcohol, drugs, and certain medications will seriously impair perception, reactions, and driving abil ity. These circumstances can substantially increase the risk of an accident. 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.

Vehicle Loading

Compare your vehicle's load capacity with the total load you are carrying. If adjustments need to be made, make them, do not drive an overloaded vehicle. If you are overloaded or your load has shifted, your vehicle may be unsafe to drive.

WARNING!

Do not exceed the specied load rating. Overloading can result in loss of vehicle control, either by causing com ponent failures or by affecting vehicle handling. Exceeding load ratings can also shorten the service life of the ve hicle. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), or the maximum front and rear gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) are determined by the components installed from the factory

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on to the vehicle and their designed specications. (Axle weight ratings are listed on the driver's door edge.)

The following weight you should know:

GVWR: is Rating. This is the MAXIMUM WEIGHT your vehicle is allowed to carry, including the weight of the empty vehicle, loading platform, occupants, fuel, and any load. Never exceed the GVWR of your vehicle.

GCW:

or Gross Combination Weight (GCW), of your vehicle and its load: vehicle, plus trailer(s), plus cargo.

GAWR:

Rating. This is the total weight that one axle is designed to transmit to the ground. You will nd this number listed on the driver's door edge.

are some denitions of

the Gross Vehicle Weight

is the actual combined weight,

is the Gross Axle Weight

Load Distribution:

you carry is distributed so that no axle has to support more than its GAWR.

be sure any load

WARNING!

An unevenly distributed load or a load too heavy over one axle can affect the braking and handling of your vehi cle, which could result in an accident. Even if your load is under the legal limits, be sure it is distributed evenly. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

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Emergency Equipment

It is good practice to carry an emergency equipment kit in your vehicle. One day, if you have a roadside emergency, you will be glad the following items are with you:

• window scraper

• snow brush

• container or bag of sand or salt

• emergency light

• warning triangles

• small shovel

• rst aid kit

• re extinguisher

• vehicle recovery hitches (see

Vehicle page 2-

Recovery Guidelines on

12 for details).

Driver's Check List

To keep your vehicle in top shape and maintain a high level of safety for you, your passengers, and your load, make a thorough inspection every day before you drive. You will save maintenance time later, and the safety checks could help prevent a serious accident. Please remember, too, that Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 392.7 requires a pre-trip inspection and so do commercial trucking companies.

You

are not expected to become a professional mechanic. The purpose of your inspections is to nd anything that might interfere with the safe and efcient transportation of yourself, any passengers, and your load. If you do nd something wrong and cannot x it yourself, have an authorized dealer or qualied mechanic repair your vehicle right away.

The following performed by the driver. Performing these checks and following the maintenance procedures in this manual will help keep your vehicle running properly.

operations are to be

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Approaching Your Vehicle

• Check the overall appearance and

condition. Are windows, mirrors, and lights clean and unobstructed?

• Check beneath the vehicle. Are

there signs of fuel, oil, or water leaks?

• Check for damaged, loose, or

missing parts. Are there parts showing signs of excessive wear or lack of lubrication? Have a qualied mechanic examine any questionable items and repair them without delay.

• Check your load. Is it secured

properly?

Daily Checks

Engine Compartment Checks - Daily

1. Engine Fluid

necessary. a. Engine oil b. Coolant (check

c. Power steering

2. Engine Belt

condition of belts. a. See Accessory

Deection should be one belt thickness for each foot distance between the pulley centers.

Levels - add more if

is cold)

- check tension and

on page information on tension.

5-96 for further

NOTE

while engine

uid level

Drive Belts

checking belt

b. Replace belts that are cracked

torn or broken.

3. Fuel Filter/Water Draining - check and drain. Depending on the fuel storage facility, more frequent draining may be required.

4. Windshield washer level - ll if necessary.

5. Battery Cables condition of the battery and alternator cables for signs of chang or rubbing. Make sure that all clamps (straps) holding the cables are present and in good working order.

6. Hood closed Is it latched properly?

7. Check brake

8. Check the (pitman arm, draglink, power steering hoses, etc.).

Separator

reservoir uid

- check the

before entering cab.

lines and hoses.

steering components

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9. Check clutch hydraulic uid.

Chassis and

Before entering the vehicle, check the following equipment for proper maintenance:

1. Lights - are cracked or damaged? Perform an exterior light test using the dash mounted switch next to the steering Lighting Self-Test

2. Windows and clean and adjusted properly?

3. Tires inated properly? Are all wheel cap nuts in place and torqued properly - tighten if necessary. Check front wheel bearing oil levels. Inspect all tires and wheels for damage - correct if found.

4. Suspension - check missing fasteners. Check damage

Cab Checks - Daily

the cab and operating

any exterior lights

wheel. See Exterior

on page 3-64.

Mirrors - are they

and Wheels - are they

for loose or

to springs parts such as cracks, gouges, distortions, bulges or chang.

5. Brake Components linkages, chambers, parking and service brake operation.

6. Air System Air Tanks - drain water from all air tanks. Make sure the drain cocks are closed. This procedure is also required for air suspension tanks equipped with automatic drain valves. For further Brake System

7. Steps and for worn surfaces and loose or missing fasteners (which includes any fuel tank steps).

Fluid Tanks (Fuel, DEF, etc.) -

8. check underneath the vehicle for signs of uid leaks. If any are found, correct before operating the vehicle.

or other suspension

- check lines,

- are there leaks?

details See Using the

on page 4-20.

Handholds - check

9. Fuel Tank Hardware - is the tank ll cap secure? Are the tank straps tight? Is the strap webbing in place?

WARNING!

Diesel fuel in the presence of an ignition source (such as a cigarette) could cause an explosion. Do not remove a fuel tank cap near an open ame. Use only the fuel and/or additives rec ommended for your engine. A mixture of gasoline or alcohol with diesel fuel increases this risk of explosion. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage. See Refueling on page 4-61, for more information.

10. Trailer Connections - are they secure and the lines clear? If they are not being used, are they stored properly?

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a. Is the trailer spare wheel

secure and

b. Is the

handle secured?

11.

Check the fth wheel. Is the

kingpin locked? a. Is the

locked?

Cab Interior - Daily

1. Seat - adjust reach of controls and visibility.

2. Seat Belts safety restraint belts (which may include restraints

3. Steering Column reach and

4. Mirrors - check mirrors if

5. Lights - turn position and check for warning lights and buzzer. Check operation

inated?

landing gear up and the

sliding fth wheel

the seat for easy

- fasten and adjust

in the sleeper).

- adjust for easy

visibility.

and readjust

necessary.

ignition key to the ON

signals and emergency

of turn lights.

6. Instruments

instruments.

7. Windshield windshield wipers

8. Horn

Fuel - check fuel. Is there enough

9. fuel?

10. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) check level.

11. Sleeper Air Conditioning Air Filter check the air conditioning air lter. Keep the sleeper the passenger front seat clear of debris and pet hair. The sleeper air conditioner draws air from this area and may shorten sleeper air conditioning air lter.

- check all

- check operation of and washers.

- check operation of horn.

Is there enough uid?

condition of the sleeper

oor area behind

excessive dirt or pet hair

the service life of the

START-UP

The above daily, as a minimum. They are in addition to, not in place of, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. These regulations may be purchased by writing to:

Superintendent of

U.S. Government Printing

Washington,

items should be checked

Documents

Ofce

DC 20402

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Weekly Operations

1. Battery - check terminals.

Wheel Cap Nuts - are they all

2. in place and torqued properly tighten if necessary. See Wheel Cap Nut

3. Other Controls for condition and adjustment

4. Steering Components pitman arm, draglink, and power steering hoses, etc., for loose, broken, or missing parts.

5. HVAC condition and cleanliness.

6. Other Engine Checks:

Torque on page 5-141.

Fresh Air Filter - check for

battery and

and Wiring - check

- check

Compartment

b. Check the

and exhaust pipes. Are they tight and secure?

c. For vocational

with optional engine air pre-cleaner, check the purge valve at the bottom of the hood mounted engine air precleaner for any obstructions. Make sure the purge valve will open and close as needed to purge dirt and water from the engine intake air.

d. Automatic Transmission

(when applicable) - Check level, after the engine has warmed up to operating temperature.

air cleaner, mufer,

vehicles

Fluid

a. Check condition

of engine belt, hoses, clamps, and radiator.

and fastening

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You Need Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Low Air Alarm Turns On Stop Engine Lamp Turns On

Engine Oil

Engine is Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuse or Relay Blows

Pressure Lamp Turns On. . . . . . . . 2-4

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

. . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

JUMP STARTING VEHICLES

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

VEHICLE RECOVERY AND SPRING BRAKES

Vehicle Recovery Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Returning Vehicle Spring Brakes—Manual

Sand, Mud, Snow and Ice Towing the Vehicle

to Service . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Release . . . . . . . . 2-20

. . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

EMERGENCY

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You Need Roadside Assistance

Call toll-FREE 1-800-4-PETERBILT (1-800-473-8372) to talk to someone at the PACCAR Customer Center.

• Open 24-7-365 days a year

• They can help you get roadside

assistance.

• They have a custom mapping

system which locates Peterbilt dealers and Independent Service Providers (ISPs) near you and lists

types of operation and contact information.

services offered, hours of

• They can assist with jump and

pull starts, tires, trailers, nes and permits, chains, towing, hazardous clean-up, out of fuel (roadside), mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance services.

• They have bilingual agents and

access to a translation service to ensure quality assistance for customers who speak any language.

• They can’t answer your warranty

questions but can get you in contact with a Peterbilt dealer who can.

• The PACCAR Customer Center

service is FREE even if you don’t drive a Peterbilt.

Low Air Alarm Turns On

1. Slow down carefully.

2. Move a and stop.

3. Place the neutral (park with automatic transmissions, if equipped) and set the parking brake. (Refer to Parking page 4Transmission transmission shifting brake information.)

4. Turn

5. Turn and use other warning devices to alert other motorists.

safe distance off the road

transmission in

Brake Valve on

22 and Operating the

on page 4-18, for

and parking

OFF the engine. ON the emergency asher

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WARNING!

If the air pressure falls below 60 psi (414 kPa) the spring brakes may stop the vehicle abruptly, which could

cause an accident resulting in death or personal injury. Observe the red warning lamps on the gauges. If one comes on, do not continue to drive the vehicle until it has been properly repaired or serviced.

If the light and alarm do not turn off at startup, do not try to drive the vehicle until the problem is found and xed. (Refer to page 4-

Using the Brake System on

20, for more brake information.)

Stop Engine Lamp Turns On

Stop Engine Lamp - If the

Stop Engine warning lamp illuminates, it means you have a serious engine system problem.

WARNING!

This should be considered an emergency. You should stop the vehicle as safely as possible and turn OFF the ignition. The vehicle must be serviced and the problem corrected before driv ing again. Failure to do so may cause severe engine or DPF damage, or cause an accident which may result in death or personal injury.

Engine Oil Pressure Lamp Turns On

Engine Oil Pressure Lamp

the oil pressure suddenly

- If drops, or the audible alarm and engine oil pressure warning light come on while driving, do the following:

1. Slow down carefully.

2. Move a

3. Place the

4. Turn

5. Turn

and stop.

and set the parking brake. (See Parking page 4Transmission transmission shifting brake information.)

and use other warning devices to alert other motorists.

safe distance off the road

transmission in park

Brake Valve on

22 and Operating the

on page 4-18, for

OFF the engine. ON the emergency asher

and parking

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6. Wait a few minutes to allow oil to drain into the engine oil pan, and then check Level Check details on

7. Add oil persists, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Continuing to operate your vehicle with insufcient oil pressure may cause severe engine damage or cause an accident which may result in equipment or property damage.

It is

important to maintain oil pressure within acceptable limits. If oil pressure drops below the minimum psi (kPa) a Red Warning Lamp on the oil pressure gauge will illuminate and the Stop Engine Lamp will come ON.

the oil level. (See Oil

on page 5-93, for

checking oil level.)

if necessary. If the problem

CAUTION

Engine is Overheating

The cooling system may overheat if the coolant level is below normal or if there is sudden loss of coolant, such as a split hose. The system may also temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions such as:

• Climbing a long hill on a hot day

• Stopping after high-speed driving

If either

NOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE unless: a) the Low Water warning device

indicates a loss of coolant, b) the Red Warning lamp (on the gauge) and Check Engine lamp comes ON, c) the Buzzer sounds showing an overheat condition, or d) if you have any other reason to suspect the engine may be overheating - follow these steps.

1. Reduce engine

one of the above occurs, DO

speed and

stop. When stopped, place the transmission in Neutral and set the

parking brake.

on page 4-22 and Putting

Valve the Vehicle 4-15, for parking brake information.) Keep the engine running.

2. Check to Gauge reads Oil Pressure for further

3. Make sure turning by switching the Engine Fan Switch from AUTO to MAN (Manual).

4. Increase the about one-half of full operating speed, or 1,100 to 1,200 rpm, maximum.

5. Return the idle after 2 or 3 minutes.

6. Monitor the After the temperature returns to normal, allow the engine to idle

(See Parking Brake

in Motion on page

transmission shifting and

ensure the Oil Pressure

normal. (See Engine

Gauge on page 3-11,

information.)

the engine fan is

engine speed to

engine speed to normal

engine temperature.

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3 to 5 minutes before shutting it off. This allows the engine to cool gradually and uniformly.

7. If overheating

severe operating conditions, the temperature should have cooled by this time. If it has not, stop the engine and let it cool before checking to see if the coolant is low.

For further temperature and operating engines properly, see the Engine Operation and Maintenance and Operating 4-5. Check each trip when the engine has cooled. The coolant level should be visible within the surge tank—add coolant if necessary. Cooling System instructions on coolant expansion tank.

information on engine

See Topping Off in Engine

came from

Manual and Starting

the Vehicle on page

the coolant level after

on page 5-71, for

checking and lling the

WARNING!

To reduce the chance of death, personal injury and/or vehicle damage from overheated engines, which can result in a re, never leave the engine idling without an alert driver present. If the engine should overheat, as indi cated by the engine coolant temperature light, immediate action is required to correct the condition. Continued unattended operation of the engine, even for a short time, may result in serious engine damage or a re.

WARNING!

Do not remove the radiator ll cap while the engine is hot. Scalding steam and uid under pressure may escape. You could be badly burned. Failure to comply may result in death or personal injury.

Fuse or Relay Blows

Fuses are located behind the drivers side kick panel, below the ignition switch, and accessible by a door panel. See Power 5-83.

The vehicle located in the engine compartment. See Power on page

Do not replace a fuse with a fuse of a higher rating. Doing so may damage the electrical system and cause a re. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Distribution Box on page

main power relays are

Distribution Center (PDC)

5-80.

WARNING!

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CAUTION

Before replacing a fuse, turn OFF all lights and accessories and remove the ignition key to avoid damaging the electrical system.

CAUTION

Never patch fuses with tin foil or wire. This may cause serious damage else where in the electrical circuit, and it may cause a re.

CAUTION

If a circuit keeps blowing fuses, have the electrical system inspected for a short circuit or overload by an autho rized dealer as soon as possible. Failure to do so could cause serious damage to the electrical system and/or vehicle.

Fuse Inspection and Replacement

All the

electrical circuits have fuses

to protect them from a short circuit or overload. If something electrical on your chassis stops working, the rst thing you should check for is a blown fuse.

1. Turn

2. Determine from

3. Remove that

OFF all lights and accessories and remove the ignition key to avoid damaging the electrical system.

the chart on the fuse panel which fuse controls that component.

fuse and see if it is

blown.

1 Blown

is blown, replace it with a fuse of

If it the same rating.

fuse of the same rating is not

If a available, a fuse of a lower rating may be temporarily substituted. You can also use a fuse from a circuit you can do temporarily without (for example an accessory circuit or radio).

CAUTION

When replacing a failed circuit breaker, always use an approved cir cuit breaker with a current rating equal to or less than the circuit breaker be ing replaced. Only use the approved Type II modied reset circuit breakers. NEVER use a Type I (automatic re set) or Type III (manual reset) circuit breaker. A fuse with a current rating equal to or less than the circuit breaker being replaced can also be used.

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JUMP STARTING VEHICLES

Introduction

Jump starting a vehicle is not a recommended practice due to the various battery installations and electrical options.

However, (dead), you may be able to start it by using energy from a good battery in another vehicle. This is termed jump starting. Be sure to follow the precautions and instructions below.

Batteries contain acid that can burn and gasses that can explode. Ignoring safety procedures may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

if your battery is discharged

WARNING!

Never jump start a battery near re, ames, or electrical sparks. Batteries generate explosive gases that could explode. Keep sparks, ame, and lighted cigarettes away from batteries. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

WARNING!

Never remove caps. Ignoring this could allow battery acid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics, or painted surfaces. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Be careful metal in contact with the positive terminal) do not contact the positive battery terminal and any other metal on the vehicle at the same time. Remove

or tamper with battery

that metal tools (or any

metal jewelry the battery.

and avoid leaning over

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To Jump Start your Vehicle

WARNING!

When jump starting using a battery booster, it is best to jump start with an equivalently powered vehicle. Ver ify that the booster battery has the same volt and CCA specications as the dead battery before attempting to jump start. Failure to comply may cause an explosion resulting in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

CAUTION

Applying a higher voltage booster battery may cause expensive damage to sensitive electronic components, such as relays, Electronic Control units or electronics in general. Failure to com ply may result in equipment damage.

CAUTION

Improper hook-up of jumper cables or not following these procedures can damage the alternator or cause seri

ous damage to both vehicles.

WARNING!

Heed all warnings and instructions of the jumper cable manufacturer. Fail ure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Preparing the vehicles:

1. Remove any that may come in contact with the

battery terminals.

2. Select a enough to attach to both vehicles in a way that ensures neither vehicle touches each other.

3. Position the but do not allow them to touch.

4. Turn and any other accessory on both vehicles.

5. Set the the Yellow button located on the dash.

6. Shift the position or neutral for manual transmissions. (See the Transmission and Parking 4-22, for parking brake information.)

jumper cable that is long

OFF all lights, heater, radio,

parking brakes: pull out

transmission into park

transmission shifting and

personal jewelry

two vehicles together,

Operating

on page 4-18

Brake Valve on page

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7. If either vehicle is equipped with battery disconnects ensure they are in the "OFF" position prior to connecting the

two vehicles.

Connect the

1. Attach one end of a jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged (dead) will have battery case,

2. Attach the cable to of the

3. Attach the

FIRST to the negative (-) terminal (black or N) of the good battery.

4. Attach the negative cable to a bare metal part not bolted to the engine block.

Always connect positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-).

5. If either vehicle is equipped with battery disconnects, ensure that they are in the "ON" position.

batteries:

battery. This

a large red + or P on the

post, or clamp.

other end of the same

the positive (+) terminal

good (booster) battery.

remaining jumper cable

other end of the

NOTE

6. Start

7. Start

If the continue to contact the

the vehicle that has the good battery rst. Let it run for 5 minutes.

the vehicle that has the discharged (dead)

engine fails to start, do not

crank the starter but

nearest authorized dealer.

battery.

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Remove jumper cables:

WARNING!

When disconnecting jumper cables, make sure they do not get caught in any moving parts in the engine com partment. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Reverse the above procedure exactly when removing the jumper cables. With engine running, disconnect jumper cables from both vehicles in the exact reverse order, making sure to rst remove the negative cable from the vehicle with the discharged battery.

JUMP STARTING VEHICLES

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Vehicle Recovery Guidelines

Your vehicle is equipped with removable Recovery Hitches, designed for short distance recovery purposes only. Use only the provided hitches, according the following instructions. When using this connection, do not transport your vehicle over long distances. (If your vehicle does not have the proper hitches, contact your dealer.)

All lubricating oil pressure is provided by an engine-driven pump, which will not work when the engine is stopped. You could seriously damage your vehicle by towing it with the driveline connected and the drive wheels on the ground. Worse, when vehicles are towed, either by wrecker or piggyback,

and clutch application

the lubricant drive axle will drain to the rear. This will leave the top components dry. The resulting friction may damage them. Always remove the main drive axle shafts before towing your vehicle.

Remove the drive axle shafts or lift the driving wheels off the ground before towing the vehicle. Towing the vehicle with either the wheels on the ground or the axle shafts in the axles will cause damage to the axle gears.

If your vehicle has a Meritor axle with a driver-controlled main differential lock, install the caging bolt before removing the axles for towing, see Driver Con trolled Main Differential Lock on page 2-16. Installing the caging bolt pre vents damage by locking internal axle components in position.

in the top front of the

CAUTION

Connect only to the Recovery Hitches, see Vehicle Recovery Guidelines on page 2-12. Connections to other struc tural parts could damage the vehicle. Do not attach to bumpers or brackets. Use only equipment designed for this purpose. Failure to comply may result in equipment damage.

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1 Recovery Hitch Sockets

Recovery Procedure

1. Review and cautions and warnings of this section, see Guidelines on

2. Install the Recovery Hitch page 2-

3. Disconnect the and cover the open hubs. This is necessary because if the transmission is driven by the driveshaft (rear wheels on the ground), no lubricant will reach the gears and bearings, causing damage to the transmission.

4. Install the safety chain Rigging on

5. Make sure parking brakes are released.

6. If you vehicle’s brakes, ensure that

understand all the

Vehicle Recovery

page 2-12.

recovery hitches, see

Installation on

15. drive axle shafts

recovery rigging using a

system, see Recovery

page 2-19.

the recovered vehicle's

desire to use the recovered

the vehicle’s connected to that of the recovery vehicle. Ensure that any air line that has been removed from a driver-controlled main differential lock is rmly capped to prevent loss of air pressure from the recovery vehicle if it is supplying air pressure. If you don’t desire to use the recovered vehicle’s brakes, ensure that you cage the spring brakes before attempting to move the vehicle, Main Differential 2-16.

Before towing a vehicle, test your air brakes to ensure that you have prop erly connected and inspected the recovery vehicle’s brake system. Failure to do so could lead to a loss of vehicle control which may result in an accident involving death or personal injury.

air system is

see Driver Controlled

Lock on page

WARNING!

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7. Follow state/provincial and local laws that apply to vehicles in tow.

8. Do not

For additional heavy duty truck recovery, refer to the following Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) literature.

tow vehicles at speeds in

excess of 55 mph (90 km/h).

information concerning

• Recommended Practice #602–A

— “Front Towing Trucks and Tractors.”

Devices For

• Recommended Practice #602–B

— “Recovery Attachment For Trucks, Tractors, and Combination Vehicles

• Recommended Practice #626

— “Heavy Duty Procedures.”

Copies of the following address:

these can be obtained from

Truck Towing

Points

Technology and Maintenance Council 950 N. Glebe Road (703) 838-1763 Arlington, Email: tmc@trucking.org http://tmc.truckline.com

VA 22203

Recovery Hitch Connection

Specially designed required to recover your vehicle. The recovery hitches attach to the frame, see Recovery 2-15.

hitch assemblies, made up of the

Two following parts, are recommended for the proper recovery of your vehicle: see Recovery 2-15.

Do not use parts from other trucks or materials from other sources to repair a hitch or to replace a missing hitch. The parts provided for recovery are made of high strength still specically designed for vehicle recovery. Fail ure to use the correct factory equipment may result in an accident involving death or personal injury.

hitches are

Hitch Assembly on page

WARNING!

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If your vehicle is not equipped with the proper recovery hitch assembly, contact an authorized dealer to obtain the proper equipment.

Recovery Hitch Assembly

1 Tow Pin 2 Tow Hitch 3 Square Hitch Socket 4 Lock Pin 5 Lock Tab

Recovery Hitch Installation

Use the the Vehicle Recovery Hitches. See Recovery Hitch Assembly illustration for part identication.

1. Check square

2. With lock

3. Align the

4. Insert the

5. Rotate the

6. Remove the

following procedure to install

sockets behind

lower bumper for obstructions, clear if necessary.

pins removed, insert hitches through bumper and into the square hitch socket.

hole in the tow hitch with

the square hitch socket hole.

lock pin into the square hitch socket hole and through the hole in the tow hitch until the lock tab is within the square hitch socket.

lock pin 90 degrees to

secure the pin in place.

hitches and store all

parts after recovering the vehicle.

Driver Controlled

Follow these driver-controlled main differential.

An open air line on the recovered vehicle will cause a leak in the air system of the recovery vehicle if both vehicles’ brake systems are connected. This could cause a loss of system air, which can cause the service brakes not to function, resulting in the sudden application of the spring brakes caus ing wheel lock-up, loss of control, or overtake by following vehicles. You could be in an accident involving death or personal injury. Ensure that any air line that has been removed from a driver-controlled main differential lock is rmly capped to prevent loss of air pressure from the recovery vehicle if it is supplying air pressure.

Main Differential

steps to lock a

WARNING!

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Driver Controlled Main Differential Lock

Air Line (remove to install

Caging Bolt)

Caging Bolt (in storage location)

1. Lift driving or remove the driveline and axle shafts before towing the vehicle.

wheels off the ground

CAUTION

Failure to lift the driving wheels off the ground or remove the driveline and axle shafts before towing the vehicle could seriously damage your vehicle. All lubricating and clutch application oil pressure is provided by an engine-driven pump, which does not work when the engine is stopped. When vehicles are towed either by wrecker or piggyback, lubricant in the top front of the drive axle will drain to the rear. This will leave the top components dry, resulting in friction that will seriously damage these components.

2. Cover open hubs when removing drive axle shafts.

CAUTION

Water, dirt and other material can enter an open hub or axle. This can contaminate the axle uid and cause possible damage to components. Ensure that the hubs are covered with plas tic whenever a drive axle shaft is removed.

3. For vehicles with driver-controlled main differential lock, install the caging bolt before removing the axle shafts for towing.

a. Remove the

cap.

b. Remove the

its storage

c. Screw the

the air fully engaged, in. (6.35-12.7 will remain cylinder and

air line and rmly

caging bolt from

hole.

caging bolt into

line hole. When

a 0.25 - 0.5

mm) space

between the air

the bolt head.

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This action will lock the differential by pushing a piston into a “lock” position.

CAUTION

Failure to install the caging bolt when towing vehicles with driver-control main differential lock can result in damage by failing to lock internal com ponents in position.

WARNING!

Ensure there are no open air lines on the recovered vehicle if the recovery vehicle and recovered vehicle brake systems are connected. An open air line on the recovered vehicle will cause a leak in the air brake system of the recovery vehicle possibly causing death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

CAUTION

A recovered vehicle will have no operational brake system. Additionally, the rear axle spring brakes will prob ably be applied.

• If you desire to use the recovered

vehicle’s brakes, ensure that the vehicles air system is connected to that of the recovery vehicle. Also ensure that any air line that has been removed from a driver-controlled main differential lock is rmly capped to prevent loss of air pressure from the recovery vehicle.

• If you

4. Install recovery hitches and

don’t desire to use the recovered vehicle’s brakes, ensure that you cage the spring brakes before attempting to move the vehicle.

rigging.

CAUTION

Connect recovery rigging only to hitches intended for that purpose. Do not attach to bumpers or brackets.

Connections to other structural parts could damage the vehicle.

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Recovery Hitch Capacities

The maximum rated loads for vehicle recovery varies depending on the direction or angle of pull. These

capacities are listed in the table below and are for the two hitches working together, simultaneously.

Hitch Capacities

DIRECTION OF

PULL

Directly Forward Directly Vertical Horizontally to the Side

any Direction

45º in * Both

hitches pulled simultaneously.

80,000

MAXIMUM

CAPACITY

(Lb) *

14,600

20,000

Recovery pull maximums assume the tow rigging evenly distributes the load between both recovery hitches. See examples in Recovery Rigging on page 2-19 for details. Serious damage to the vehicle may occur if rigging is not connected properly.

When recovering ditched or bogged vehicles, stay well below Maximum Capacities. Even at loads below maxi mum, the physical strain of recovering a vehicle could damage axles, sus pensions, fth wheels, etc.

CAUTION

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Recovery Rigging

connect to the vehicle, follow the

suggested rigging methods below.

• Use a double chain or cable setup

that distributes the load equally to both hitches. See 1 or 2 in Recovery Rigging illustration.

1. Spreader Bar or Equalizer Preferred

• Never loop a single chain or cable

through both

hitches (3).

• Use a spreader or equalizer bar to

distribute the load on both hitches (1).

• If no spreader bar is available,

connect the main tow chain or

2. Minimum 6 FT. Acceptable

cable no vehicle (2).

3. NEVER USE SINGLE CHAIN OR CABLE LOOPED THROUGH TOW DEVICES

closer than 6 ft. from the

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Returning Vehicle to Service

You will have to add lubricant to prevent damage after your vehicle has been towed.

1. Into the (.47 liter) of lubricant or into the interaxle differential, add 2 pints (.94 liter) of approved lubricant.

2. After adding and amount of lubricant, drive the vehicle. It should be unloaded. Drive 1 to 2 miles (1.5 to 3 km) at a speed lower than 25 mph (40 km/h). This will thoroughly circulate the lubricant through the assembly.

pinion cage, add 1 pint

the specied type

Spring Brakes—Manual Release

Recovering a vehicle requires that you release the parking brakes. There may be times when there is not enough air pressure to release the parking brakes. In such cases, the parking brakes (or Spring Brakes) can be manually released.

WARNING!

Do not drive vehicle with malfunctioning brakes. If one of the brake circuits should become inoperative, braking distances will increase sub stantially and handling characteristics while braking will be affected. You could lose control of your vehicle or cause an accident. Have it towed to the nearest dealer or qualied repair facility for repair. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

The brakes can be released in this manner should the pressure in the air system not be enough to release them. This may occur in instances where the engine's air compressor is not able to get the system up to operating pressure.

WARNING!

Do not disassemble a spring brake chamber. These chambers contain a powerful spring that is compressed. Sudden release of this spring may re sult in death or personal injury.

WARNING!

Do not operate a vehicle when the spring brakes have been manually released. Driving a vehicle after its spring brakes are manually released is extremely dangerous. The brakes may not function. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

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WARNING!

Always secure the vehicle with wheel chocks, chains, or other safe means to prevent rolling before manually releas ing the spring brakes. Releasing the spring brakes on an unsecured vehicle could lead to an accident. The vehicle could roll, which may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

To move a vehicle immobilized by the spring brakes due to loss of air pressure in the brake system, perform the following procedure:

1. Remove the cap from the spring chamber.

2. Remove the release stud assembly from the side pocket, and remove the release nut and washer from the release

stud.

3. Slide out stud.

4. Insert the 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 area of the pressure plate and locks it into the manual release position.

the release

release stud

5. Assemble the release stud washer and nut on the release stud.

6. With a turn the release stud assembly nut until the compression spring is 90-95 percent caged. While doing this, check to make sure the push rod (adapter push rod or service push rod) is retracting. Do not over-torque the release stud assembly. (S-Cam type maximum: 50 lb-ft, Wedge type maximum: 30 lb-ft). The spring brake is now mechanically released.

wrench,

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Sand, Mud, Snow and Ice

If the vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, snow, or ice:

• Move the gearshift lever or

selector from First to Reverse.

• Apply light pressure on the

accelerator pedal while the transmission is in gear.

• Remove your foot from the

accelerator while shifting.

• Do not race the engine.

• For best traction and safety, avoid

spinning the wheels.

WARNING!

Do not spin the wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h). Spinning a tire at speedometer readings faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) can be dangerous. Tires can explode from spinning too fast. Under some conditions, a tire may be spinning at a speed twice that shown on the speedometer. Any resulting tire explosion could cause death or personal injury to a bystander or passenger, as well as extensive vehicle damage: including tire, trans mission and/or rear axle malfunction.

Comply with the following instructions to avoid transmission damage:

• Always start vehicle in motion with

the shift lever in rst gear.

• Be sure that transmission is fully

engaged in gear before releasing the clutch pedal (manual only).

• Do not shift into reverse while the

vehicle is moving.

• If the vehicle needs to be

recovered from being stuck, do not permit the vehicle to be towed for long distances without removing the driveshaft.

Tire

Chains

If you

need tire chains, install them on

both sides of the driving axle.

Chains on the tires of only one tandem axle can damage the driveline U-joints and the interaxle differential. Repairs could be costly and time-consuming. Failure to comply may result in equip ment damage.

CAUTION

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Towing

Towing the vehicle should be done by either an authorized dealer or a commercial vehicle towing service. The dealer or commercial towing service will have the necessary equipment to safely tow the vehicle and should be able to make arrangements to limit any damage to the vehicle. The towing service and the dealer should be aware of towing regulations and safety precautions.

The towing following precautions are taken:

the Vehicle

service will ensure that the

• Use of a safety chain system.

• Abide by all local towing

regulations.

• Ensure that the towing device

does not contact any surfaces that could be damaged while in transit.

• 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!

Secure the roof, side and chassis fairings while towing from the rear. An unsecured fairing may come off of the vehicle during transit. Failure to secure the fairings while towing may cause an injury accident resulting in death or personal injury.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

Getting to know your Instrument Panel. . . . . . . 3-5

Instrument Cluster

Instrument Cluster Driver Information Driver Information How to

Navigate the Functions in the Instrument

Cluster Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARNING SYMBOLS

Guide to the Warning Symbols . . . . . . . . . 3-29

Description of

Warning Symbols . . . . . . . . 3-37

OPTIONAL GAUGES

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43

Axle, Pusher Air Pressure

Axle, Tag Air Pressure . .

Fuel Filter Restriction

Air Filter

Restriction Indicator or Gauge . . . . . 3-44

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Description . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Display . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Display Description . . . . . . 3-15

3-19

. . . . . . . . . . . 3-43

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44

CONTROLS

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Engine, Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44

Engine, Oil Manifold Pressure Fuel Pressure

Transmission

Drive Axle Suspension Load

Tractor Trailer Trailer Transfer Transmission Transmission

SWITCHES

Dash Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-50

Steering Column Steering Wheel Door Mounted

CONTROLS

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45

Temperature Gauge. . . . . . . . 3-46

Temperature Gauge (Forward and Rear) 3-46

Air Pressure, #1, #2 . . . . . . 3-47

Brake Application Air Pressure . . . . . . 3-47

Air Tank Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 3-48

Case Oil Temperature . . . . . . . . . 3-48

Oil Temperature, Auxiliary . . . . . 3-48

Retarder Oil Temperature . . . . . 3-49

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 3-68

Controls (Optional) . . . . . . . 3-73

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-75

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Exterior Lights Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-78

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Cab Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-79

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual Control Mode

Automatic Control Mode . .

MAX Defrost Mode

Buttons and Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Tips

Sleeper Heater

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-86

- A/C Controls (optional) . . . . . 3-89

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-82

. . . . . . . . . . 3-83

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-84

ACCESSORIES

Sleeper Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-91

Radio (Option)

Cigarette Lighter

Cab Storage Ignition Key Switch Vehicle

Telematic System . . . . . . . . . . . 3-97

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-94

and Ashtray (Option) . . . . . . 3-94

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-95

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-96

CONTROLS

3-80

3-85

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Passenger Side 'down' Mirror. . . . . . . . . . 3-99

Passenger Side

Pull Out Tray . . . . . . . . . 3-100

CONTROLS

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

Getting to know your Instrument Panel

This part explains the location of the various features on your vehicle and describes their function. For information on using these features in driving, see the paragraphs that follow. Please remember that each vehicle is custom-made. Your instrument panel may not look exactly like the one in the pictures that follow. We have tried to describe the most common features and controls available. You can pick out the parts that apply to you and read them to be fully informed on how your particular vehicle operates.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Instrument Cluster 5. Cup Holder 10. Ignition Switch

2. Gauge (or PACCAR Navigation) 7. Overhead Storage 12. Menu Control Switch (MCS)

3. Switches 8.

4. Air Conditioning

Optional 6. Glove Box 11. Headlight Switch

Park Brake Controls 13. Passenger Side Pull Out

9. Radio Tray

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Instrument Cluster

1. Speedometer 10. Trip Reset Button

2. Tachometer

3. Engine Coolant Temperature 13. Menu Control Switch (MCS)

4. Fuel Level

5. Engine Oil Pressure

11. Ignition Switch

12. Headlight Switch

(primary)

6. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)

7. Primary Air Pressure

8. Secondary Air Pressure

9. Driver Information Display

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Cluster

Description

Instrument System Self Test

When the on the instrumentation system will undergo a Self Test. This test will verify the operation of the gauges and warnings.

During the Self Test, multiple warning icons will be displayed in a sequence. The total sequence should only take no more than 10 seconds to complete.

Refer to Symbols on on each

Completing this a successful Self Test. Have your instrumentation system checked by a qualied service technician if does not successfully complete.

ignition switch is turned

Instrumentation System

Warning Light/Indicator

page 3-30 for information

symbol.

sequence will indicate

Audible Alarm

The audible the Instrumentation System Self Test. The audible alarm will also sound in conjunction with most warning lights. These events include but are not limited to headlight on, fth wheel, stop engine, primary/secondary air, and driver door open warnings.

alarm will sound during

Optional Icons

Additional icons depending on individual vehicle specications. These will be included in the Instrument System Self Test.

Some optional lights may illuminate even though your vehicle is not equipped with that particular feature.

may be operational

NOTE

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Check Messages

Check messages the operator additional information regarding systems that require attention due to a system malfunction and/or operating conditions that may hinder safe and proper performance for the vehicle. Some messages can be managed by the operator while others may require an authorized dealer repair.

are provided to give

1. Speedometer

The Speedometer indicates the vehicle speed in miles per hour (mph) and in kilometers per hour (km/h). The Speedometer cluster also includes several warning and indicator lamps (see Audible

Alerts on page 3-29).

2. Tachometer

The Tachometer speed in revolutions per minute (RPM).

The RPM as a viewable screen in the Driver Information Display. Viewing the RPM detail is accomplished by using the MCS dial to rotate to the [VIRTUAL GAUGES].

The tachometer when attempting to drive efciently. It will let you match driving speed and gear selection to the operating range of your engine. If the engine speed gets too high, you can select a higher gear to lower the RPM's. If the engine speed drops too low, you can select a lower gear to raise the RPM's. (Refer to on page on driving tachometer.) To avoid engine damage, do not let the pointer exceed maximum

4-53 for further instructions

measures the engine

Detail is also available

is a useful gauge

Driving Tips and Techniques

techniques and using the

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governed speed. (See your Engine Operation and Maintenance Manual

for RPM

The tachometer green light just below the numbers of the gauge. This is to indicate the engine speed for optimal fuel economy. See Optimal

4-55 for to use operation.

recommendations.)

will illuminate a small

Engine Speed on page

more information on how

this indicator during normal

3. Engine, Coolant

The water temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant. Under normal operating conditions the water temperature gauge should register between 165° and 205°F (74° and 90°C). Under certain conditions, somewhat higher temperatures may be acceptable. But the maximum allowable temperature is 210°F (99°C), except for certain special engines. Check your engine manual to be sure.

Please refer on page

the engine is overheating.

do if

to Engine is Overheating

2-5 for instructions on what to

Temperature

4. Fuel Level,

The Primary total (approximate) amount of fuel in the fuel tank. In addition to indicating empty and full, the gauge(s) also indicate the fuel level in graduated increments. When the fuel level for the tank is below 1/4 full, a red warning light in the gauge will come on.

Primary

Secondary

Primary

Fuel gauge indicates the

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NOTE

For Export will not state: ULTRA LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL ONLY.

This vehicle may be manufactured with different fuel systems and differ ent draw tube locations. Because of this and the amount of road crown, it is recommended that you do not operate your vehicle with less than one-quarter of your truck’s fuel capac ity. Allowing the fuel level to go below one-quarter of capacity could result in the lack of fuel to keep the engine running. In addition, you will want to keep the fuel tanks at least half-full to reduce condensation of moisture in the tanks. This moisture can damage the engine.

vehicles, the fuel gauges

NOTE

WARNING!

Do not carry fuel containers or any container used to store combustible liquids. Failure to comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Do not an open ame. Fuel vapors may be hot and combustible and can cause an explosion or re. Failure to comply

may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property damage.

Refer to more information.

WARNING!

remove a fuel tank cap near

Refueling on page 4-61 for

5. Engine, Oil

It is important to maintain oil pressure within acceptable limits. If oil pressure drops below the minimum psi a red warning light in the gauge will turn on, the Stop Engine light will come on and an audible alarm tone will sound.

For further and normal operating pressures, see the Engine Operation and Maintenance Manual.

Operating your vehicle with insufcient oil pressure will cause serious engine damage.

If the

oil pressure fails to rise within 10 seconds after the engine starts, stop the engine and determine the cause.

Pressure

information on engine oil

CAUTION

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

Check the engine manufacturer's manual for the correct oil pressure ranges for your vehicle's engine.

If the

oil pressure suddenly drops, or the audible alarm and engine oil pressure warning light come on while driving, please Pressure Lamp

regarding what insufcient.

For further gauges and operating your engine properly, on page

refer to Engine Oil

Turns On on page 2-4

to do if oil pressure is

information on engine

refer to Engine Maintenance

5-92.

6. Diesel Exhaust

The diesel exhaust uid gauge shows the approximate amount of DEF uid in the DEF tank. Besides empty and full, the gauge also indicates 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4 of total capacity. DEF uid is required to meet certain emission requirements. Do not allow your DEF tank to remain empty. Please refer to the Engine Aftertreatment Controls Operator's Manual for more details about DEF uid.

Use Diesel Exhaust Fluid only. Failure to do so may damage components of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).

Fluid (DEF)

CAUTION

8. Primary and Secondary Air

7 and Pressure

Primary Air Pressure

Secondary Air Pressure

The Primary indicates pressure in the rear braking system. The Secondary gauge indicates pressure in the front braking system. Each gauge indicates the amount of air pressure in each system in pounds per square inch (psi).

On vehicles pressure gauges, the gauge face plate includes a kPa (major) scale and psi (minor) scale.

Air Pressure gauge

equipped with metric air

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Please refer to Low Air Alarm Turns

page 2-3 for instructions on

On on what to inoperative.

do if the air system becomes

NOTE

Be sure the air pressure registers more than 100 psi (690 kPa) in both service systems before you move the vehicle.

NOTE

If the pressure in either or both circuits falls below 65 psi (448 kPa), a red warning light in the gauge will turn on and an audible alarm tone will sound when the engine is running.

WARNING!

If the air pressure falls below 60 psi (414 kPa), the spring brakes may stop the vehicle abruptly which could cause an accident resulting in death or per sonal injury. Observe the red warning lamps on the gauges. If one comes on, do not continue to drive the vehicle un til it has been properly repaired or serviced. If the light and alarm do not turn off at start-up, do not try to drive the vehicle until the problem is found and xed.

WARNING!

The air pressure warning light and the audible alarm tone indicate a danger ous situation: there is not enough air pressure in the air tanks for repeated

braking and the brake system has failed. Without the use of your service brakes your spring brakes could sud

denly apply causing a wheel lock-up, loss of control, or over-take by fol lowing vehicles. This may cause an accident resulting in death or personal injury. Bring the vehicle to a safe stop right away, while you still have control of the vehicle.

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9. Driver Information Display

The display lights. Warning information will appear momentarily and then will minimize in the screen. Reviewing the warnings can be done by navigating the menu via the Menu Control Switch.

can show multiple warning

10. Trip

The cluster is the only way to zero trip data. After toggling the trip ODO (short pushes to select Trip A, B, C, or D) to the desired trip, HOLD the trip reset button, that resets the displayed trip data.

Reset

mounted trip reset button

Driver Information Display

1 Odometer/Trip Odometer 2 Outside Air Temperature 3 Clock 4 Active Warnings 5 Cruise Control Indicator 6 Automated Transmission

and Shift 7 Header 8 MCS Knob Cue 9 Main Content Window

Indicator Area

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Driver Information

Display

Description

WARNING!

Do not look at the Instrument Cluster Display for prolonged periods while the vehicle is moving. Only glance at the monitor briey while driving. Fail ure to do so can result in the driver not being attentive to the vehicle’s road position or situation, which could lead to an accident and possible death, per sonal injury or equipment damage.

The Instrument Cluster Display, located at the top of the instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through a constant monitoring of systems when any of the following conditions are met:

• ignition key in ON or ACC positions

• ignition timer is active

• MCS button is pushed or spun

(independent of ignition key switch position)

• clock alarm sounds

• driver or passenger door is opened

• hazard warning lamp switch is on

• Service brake switch is on

• Tractor marker lamp switch is on

• Trailer marker lamp switch is on

• Low Voltage Display not active

• and the screen has not been put

into "Display Off Mode"

In addition following are menu items and the information available within each menu selections.

to a blank screen, the

NOTE

Some Driver Information Display functions are only accessible when the vehicle is parked. Other functions are accessible while the vehicle is moving or when parked. Each function is identi ed in the following descriptions:

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1. Odometer/Trip Odometer

The Odometer/Trip when the door is opened and when the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position.

The odometer your vehicle has traveled. The display

can be congured to display Metric units or English units.

The current far the vehicle has gone on a particular trip and can display in increments of a tenth of a unit. The maximum distance that can be shown on the trip odometer is 9999.9 before it rolls over to zero.

Please refer page 3-

trip odometer displays how

24 for more information.

Meter comes on

displays the distance

to Trip Information on

2. Outside Air

Used to information and a warning of low temperatures.

The display driver when the outside temperate approaches freezing (32° F or 0° C) by displaying a snowake symbol. The symbol will turn on when the temperature drops below 34° F or 11° C and ash for the rst 3 seconds, then stay on until the temperature goes above 37° F or 28° C.

The systems (Fahrenheit or Celsius) can be changed by navigating to the settings menu.

The outside will come on when the door is open and when the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position and turn off when the ignition switch is turned off.

display outside air temperature

Temperature

will also alert the

unit of measure

air temperature display

The outside uses a sensor (located at the bottom of the driver's side mirror assembly) to measure outside air temperature only. It is not capable of displaying the temperature of the road surface on either the temperature display or the snowake icon. Additionally, the outside air temperature reading may be affected by exposure to direct sunlight.

air temperature display

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3. Clock

The clock time or the local time when the clock is set. If the clock is not set, the words "SET CLOCK" will appear when the ignition is turned ON. If the clock does not get set, the message will disappear and no time will be displayed. The time can be set while the "SET CLOCK" prompt is showing or it can be set by navigating to the settings menu via the Menu Control Switch.

The clock or the home time of day.

Set the time at the base of operation. Set the local time according to a time zone of destination. Reset the local time anytime the destination location changes and you need to use this function.

presents either the home

will display either the local

Home time to the current

Please refer to read clock.

to Settings on page 3-27

more about how to set the

4. Active Warnings

Active warnings area in addition to areas around the center of the display. Active Warnings are those pop-up messages that have come up on the screen and/or been suppressed with an MCS button push. If there are warning icons active while the cruise control is enabled, icons will appear on each side of the cruise control icon. If there are multiple warnings, the display will show how many are active. The numbers may change without user interaction if individual warnings are intermittent, time based, self correcting, or the situation is rectied.

will appear in this

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5. Cruise Control Indicator

This area driver with a dedicated location for cruise control set speed and if so equipped, adaptive cruise control with it’s following distance information. Vehicles with adaptive cruise control will display many different icons in

this area to alert the operator to take specic actions.

If there while the cruise control is enabled, icons will appear on each side of the cruise control icon.

is used to provide the

NOTE

are secondary telltales active

6. Automated Transmission Shift Indicator Area

This area feedback from the transmission. The display may reect the transmission gear being operated, manual or automatic mode, may provide Progressive Shift Cues (for vehicles built with PACCAR MX Engines with Progressive Shift option) or fault indicators specic for the transmission.

will provide the operator with

and

7. Header

This area category in which the MCS knob and display software are currently set. Depending on the display operation, the text color may change to indicate a user selection.

displays the function

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8. MCS Knob Cue

Used to navigation feedback. Cues are provided regarding when a user can push or spin the input control, shows in icon format which function is active, and which function will come up next if the knob is rotated either clockwise or counter clockwise.

provide the driver with screen

9. Main Content

There are driving, and 7 when the vehicle is parked. Some functions are available in both modes, but have different content available dependent on the mode

5 functions allowed when

Area

How to Navigate the Functions in the Instrument Cluster Display

Menu Control Switch (MCS)

The MCS instrument display. It comprises of a back button and a push and spin knob. The Menu Control Switch is located on the right side panel.

is used to navigate the

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The MCS knob can perform two functions. It can select and set values when spun and enter your settings when pushed.

The MCS located above the knob. Pressing this button will go back to the previous

menu.

If the turn off the display screen.

button has a BACK button

NOTE

button is held for 2 seconds, it will

Here is a list of the available menu items:

• Blank screen - Use this menu item

to minimize information on the screen.

• Virtual gauges - This menu item

provides dynamic information to the operator.

• Ignition timer - Use this menu to

set the time to idle the engine after removing the ignition key.

• Trip Information - Use this

information to get trip summary details.

• Truck Information - Provides

information about the vehicle.

• Active Warnings - Use this menu

to view vehicle fault codes and messages.

• Settings - Use this menus to

change preferences.

• Fuel Economy - Use this display

to view the fuel economy performance of the vehicle. (available in driving mode)

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Navigation of the system is organized into 3 levels of functions. The rst level of organization is identied as "Trunk" level functions. The second level is identied as "Branch" level functions. The lowest level of functions are identied as the "Leaf" level functions. Some screens will appear differently depending if the vehicle is moving or parked. The following images provide an example of a screen to get familiarized with the interface.

Level

Trunk

At this

level, you can navigate between

functions by turning the MCS knob. You can enter a function by pushing the knob; at which you would then be going to what is termed the “branch” level of the software.

Navigating at

Branch Level

In the

branch level of functions,

the MCS knob rotation controls a cursor highlight. When something is highlighted, an MCS Push will select that item or toggle its contents. Toggle elds typically use a darker colored text to distinguish them from elds that take the user to the “Leaf level”.

the Trunk level

Navigating at

Leaf Level

At this

level, there are no more options

to choose from. The MCS can be used to scroll through various information and the back button can be used to revert up to the branch (1 push) or the trunk (2 pushes) levels of the system.

the Branch Level

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Navigating at the Leaf Level The blank screen mode is selected

Description of Menu Screens

through the rotary MCS knob. The Display OFF Mode is selected by pressing the button above the MCS knob for more than 2 seconds.

Blank Screen

This screen is available in both parked and driving modes.

The blank for minimized screen elements, while still maintaining some of the more permanent screen content such as the odometer, outside air temperature, warning cue, etc. This is different from the Display OFF Mode where the entire display shuts off.

screen mode is to allow

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System pressure that is outside of normal Virtual Gauges

parameters. This information is only available when parked.

The tire pressure monitor menu provides individual tire pressure and temperature information for each tire identied on the vehicle when the vehicle is parked only. A push on the MCS knob will open the menu item. Spinning the MCS knob will scroll through the tires and display the information accordingly. When scrolling through each tire’s information, the relevant tire will appear highlighted in the menu screen. A warning message will appear if the system detects a tire temperature or

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The virtual through the rotary MCS knob and is available in both parked and driving modes.

Virtual information about the vehicle's performance. Spin the MCS button to scroll through the available gauges and push to select the desired gauge to view.

gauges function is selected

gauges provide dynamic

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Ignition Timer

This function allows the driver to set a timer to shut off the truck. This feature is only available when the vehicle is parked. After the timer is set, the ignition key may be turned to the off position and removed. The engine will continue to run for the programmed time then will shut off automatically.

Fuel Economy

This function economy performance of the vehicle. It shows Average Speed, Average Fuel Economy, and a dynamic instantaneous indication of fuel economy above or below the current average. The screen is available when driving. Average fuel economy is computed by the fuel consumed during the trip (see the next section for Trip information). The fuel economy for a trip will be reset when that trip odometer is reset.

displays the dynamic fuel

Trip Information

This function allows you to keep trip information data on up to 4 separate trips – labeled A, B, C, and D. Trips are also selectable as “Active” or “Inactive” so you can use the data logging function to treat trips separate from each other, or as segments of a combined trip. When driving, the screen only allows you to toggle which trip is viewed in the trip odometer and set the active/inactive status. When parked you can select and view a variety of data collected for each trip, as seen in the list below:

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Fuel Economy

• % PTO Fuel Used

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Information

• Average Speed

• Engine Hours

• Idle Hours

• % Idle Hours

• Fuel Used

• Idle Fuel Used

• % Idle Fuel Used

• Sweetspot Hours

• Cruise Control Hours

• Average Engine % Load

• Drive Hours

• PTO Hours

• % PTO Hours

• PTO Fuel Used

• PTO Economy

The cluster is used to zero and clear accumulated trip data. Short presses toggle between the odometer view, and the 4 trips. Holding the button when on a particular trip will zero the stored data and also automatically set the cleared trip to “active” status.

Using the screen will only activate or deactivate a trip function.

PTO shown if the vehicle is equipped with a PTO.

mounted trip reset button

MCS knob while in this

NOTE

options in the display will only be

NOTE

Only available shown (e.g., manual transmissions do not have a software version).

This information vehicle is parked.

1. Chassis Information a. Chassis Number b. Fleet ID c. CECU Software Version #

truck information will be

is available when the

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to Prevent Derate

Diesel Exhst Fluid

Poor Quality

Refill with new DEF

12:39

25,326

2. Engine Information a. Engine Make b. Engine Model c. Engine Software d. Governed Speed

e. Engine Power

3. Transmission a. Transmission b. Transmission c. Transmission

4. ABS Information a. ABS Make b. ABS Model c. ABS Software

Version #

Version

Limit

Information

Make Model Software

Version #

Warning and Faults

The display has a message alerting function that overrides the normal viewing and navigation of functions when an issue occurs on the truck. These alert messages are called “pop-ups” because they take over the screen. Some messages are low enough priority that they can be “suppressed”, which is done by pushing the MCS button. There will be a screen indicator showing which messages are suppressible. If multiple pop-ups are present at the same time, they are viewed in a stack format, and a spin of the MCS knob will allow you

to see the different warnings. The highest priority warning defaults to the top of the stack.

When the

vehicle is parked, the “Warnings and Faults” function will access suppressed pop-ups that are counted and presented in the upper left corner of the screen.

By selecting “Review Warnings” the pop-up messages are recalled, and if multiple are active, the stack can be navigated by spinning the MCS knob. The warning description can be viewed when driving or when parked, but the fault details are visible only when

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parked. The menu selection shown in the image above simply won’t be there if the truck is driving, though the warnings and tell-tale indicators on the cluster will still be available as indicators if the problem is serious. Fault details screens include:

1. how many scrollable stack format

2. which ECU generated from

3. a text

4. it’s

actual fault code

5. action instructions to do (e.g., seek service soon vs. correct at next scheduled service visit)

An example is shown below:

faults, shown in a

the fault is being

description of the issue

telling you what

of a Fault Details screen

Fault Details

Example

Settings

This menu is available only when the vehicle is parked.

Various settings may be changed using this function. The operator can change the time format (12hr/24hr), the time of day, alarm settings, units of measure for the display (mile/kilometer), and the language being displayed. Changing settings functions are typically done one of two ways. Items can be toggled straight from the highlighted selection (at the branch level); these cases use dark blue text that changes to the set value. Others are menu selections that bring up new “leaf level” screens. The following shows examples of turning the alarm on/off vs. screens that are navigated to in order to set the clock time.

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To turn alarm ON/OFF:

1. When in the Settings Menu, scroll through the list of menu items to “Alarm”. Press the MCS.

2. Press the ON or OFF.

set clock display format:

1. When in through the list of menu items to “Format”.

2. Press the hour (AM/PM) or 24 hour (military) time.

MCS to turn the alarm

the Settings Menu, scroll

MCS to display either 12

set home, local or alarm time:

1. When in the Settings Menu, scroll through the list of menu items.

2. Press the to change.

3. Rotate the the hour. Press the MCS.

4. Rotate the the minutes. Press the MCS.

5. Rotate the Press the MCS.

6. Press the to Exit.

MCS to select the item

MCS knob to change

MCS to toggle AM/PM.

button above the MCS

Display Mode

The display any time in menu navigation, but the screen minimize mode can only be done when on this screen.

There are mode is not allowed or over-ridden by the system, for example if a “pop-up” message appears, the screen will turn back on, or if the truck is equipped with an adaptive cruise control system, the screen cannot be turned off when it is active.

off mode is available at

NOTE

times when the “Display Off”

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Peterbilt 567, 579 Operator's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

INTRODUCTION

How to use this Manual

How to Find What You Want

Safety Alerts

Additional Sources of Information

CAB AND FRAME ACCESS

Safety

Door Lock and Keys

Climbing onto the Deck Plate

GETTING TO YOUR ENGINE

Hood Hold Downs

Hood Tilt

Hood Hold-Open Device

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS

Introduction

Safety Restraint Belts

Tether Belts

Komfort-Latch® Feature

During Pregnancy

Belt Damage and Repair

the optional sleeper) should hold a Safety Restraint Tips combined total (2.2 kg) per

START-UP

Introduction

Safe Vehicle Operation

Vehicle Loading

Emergency Equipment

Driver's Check List

WHAT TO DO IF...

You Need Roadside Assistance

Low Air Alarm Turns On

Stop Engine Lamp Turns On

Engine Oil Pressure Lamp Turns On

Engine is Overheating

Fuse or Relay Blows

JUMP STARTING VEHICLES

Introduction

VEHICLE RECOVERY AND SPRING BRAKES

Vehicle Recovery Guidelines

Returning Vehicle to Service

Spring Brakes—Manual Release

Sand, Mud, Snow and Ice

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Getting to know your Instrument Panel

Instrument Cluster

Driver Information Display

How to Navigate the Functions in the Instrument Cluster Display