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Exhaust brake operating characteristics
When you remove your feet from both the accelerator and clutch pedals
and the exhaust brake switch is in the ON position, the exhaust brake is
activated. The following conditions should exist if the brake is operating
properly:
•A slight change in the sound of the engine when the exhaust brake is
activated.
•Exhaust smoke appears normal.
•Engine temperature remains in the normal operating range.
•Road speed usually decreases when the exhaust brake is applied
during a descent, except when the vehicle is carrying a heavy load or
the grade is extremely steep. In these instances, you may need to
apply the service brakes occasionally.
•During a descent, the tachometer usually shows a drop in RPM
depending on the grade and the vehicle load.
•Do not expect a retarding effect similar to sudden hard application of
the service brakes. The exhaust brake retards the vehicle with a
smooth braking effect.
•Depending on the grade and vehicle load, you may or may not feel the
retarding force acting against your body when the brake is applied.
The brake’s retarding force is actually preventing the vehicle from
going much faster.
Make sure the exhaust brake is turned off before shutting off the engine.
Installing an exhaust or auxiliary brake should never allow the
engine to exceed maximum governed speeds under any
conditions.
Air brake reservoir draining
Failure to drain air brake reservoirs can result in a reduction or
loss of braking ability due to fluid accumulation in the reservoir
and/or possible freeze-up during cold weather.
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The push button shifter has a R
(Reverse), N (Neutral) and D
(Drive) selections as well as a
MODE button, up arrow (for
upshifts) and a down arrow
(downshift) and a digital display.
When a range button is pressed, a
tone will sound, the SELECT
indicator displays a chosen
operation (if the electronic control
unit determines the shift is
acceptable) and the transmission
will shift to the starting range. In D
(Drive), selection of a specific gear
can be accomplished by pressing the
up or down arrow button. If the
CHECK TRANS light (located on the instrument panel) is illuminated,
the shifter control pad may be disabled, tones will not be heard, shifts
may not occur and directional shift changes will not be able to be
performed.
The MODE button may be used to
activate a second shift schedule
(this is typically programmed for
Economywhich will enable the
transmission to shift at a lower RPM
to conserve fuel).
These transmissions incorporate a hold feature to prohibit upshifting
above the gear selected during normal driving. During downhill
operation, the transmission may upshift from the selected gear if the
electronic control unit detects the possibility of engine damage from
exceeding the governed engine speed.
D N R
MODE
D N R
MODE
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The N (Neutral) position may also be used during stationary operation of
the Power Take-Off (PTO), if equipped.
Do not allow your vehicle to coast in N (Neutral). Engine
braking is not available in N (Neutral). Allowing your vehicle to
coast in N (Neutral) may result in loss of vehicle control and severe
internal transmission damage.
D (Drive—Normal driving position)
In this position, the transmission starts in first gear and automatically
shifts through second, third, fourth and fifth depending on load and
speed demands. When the vehicle is slowing down, the transmission will
automatically downshift. This range is used for highway driving under
normal conditions.
4 and 2 (Fourth and Second)
Use this position when road, load or traffic conditions make it desirable
to restrict the automatic shifting to a lower range. These ranges provide
greater engine braking than D (Drive). When conditions no longer
require these lower gears, shift back to D (Drive).
1 (First)
The transmission has to be manually shifted into 1 (First) and will not
shift into a higher gear. Use this position when pulling through mud or
snow, driving up steep grades, hauling extra heavy loads or where
maximum reduction is required.
Power take-off (PTO) operation with an Allison automatic
transmission (except MD applications and vehicles equipped with
a Caterpillar 3126E engine)
The power take-off can be operated while the vehicle is standing or
moving.
To engage the PTO, apply the brakes and shift to any gear other than N
(Neutral) - this stops the rotation of the PTO drive gear in the
transmission - then engage the PTO.
If engagement is prevented by the gear teeth not meshing properly,
release the brakes and allow the vehicle to creep slightly - or shift the
selector to N (Neutral) and then back in gear. The PTO should never be
engaged by clashing the gear teeth. This may damage the PTO unit and
the transmission PTO drive gear teeth. This could result in further
damage to the transmission and PTO.
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DRIVING WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED)
Continued use of a damaged or worn clutch, prolonged clutch
slippage or downshifting at excessive speeds can result in a
failure of the engine, transmission or clutch components.
To avoid premature clutch wear and failure, do not drive with
your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use it to hold the vehicle
at a standstill on an upgrade as when waiting for a traffic light.
Manual transmission shift patterns
are displayed on the shift lever
knob.
Study this information carefully before you drive the vehicle even though
you may be familiar with similar units. Do not attempt to drive the
vehicle without knowing the exact shift pattern of the transmission.
Consult your authorized dealer if any questions exist as to the shifting
instructions posted in your vehicle.
Do not coast the vehicle with the clutch pedal depressed or with
the transmission in neutral. This practice could result in loss of
vehicle control.
Always use a gear ratio low enough to allow the engine to operate above
the minimum engine operation speed range. Do not lug the engine. When
more power is required, shift to a lower gear and accelerate the engine
near the governed speed.
Driving hints
The following driving hints are provided as a brief, general guide in
operating the different manual transmissions used in your vehicle.
•Always use the lowest gear to start the vehicle.
•Do not slam or jerk lever into gear.
•When shifting into 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with vehicle standing still,
quickly release and depress the clutch pedal (if necessary to complete
gear engagement).
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
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Operating the Eaton FS-4205A and FS-5205A 5–speed
transmissions
The 5-speed transmission is
equipped with five forward gears
and one reverse. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th
and 5th gears are synchronized. The
shift pattern is embossed on the
gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
R 2 4
3 5 1
R 2 4
3 5
1
R 2 4
3 5 1
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Operating the Eaton FS-5306A and FS–6306A 6-speed
transmissions
These 6-speed transmissions are
equipped with six forward gears and
one reverse. All the forward gears
are synchronized. The shift pattern
is embossed on the gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into 1 (First) or R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
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Operating the Spicer ES52-7B and ES066-7B 7-speed
transmissions
These 7-speed transmissions are
equipped with seven forward gears
and one reverse. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th,
5th, 6th and 7th gears are
synchronized. The shift pattern is
embossed on the gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into 1 (First) or R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
2 4 6
3 5 71 R
2 4 6
3 5 7
1 R
2 4 6
3 5 7
1 R
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Transmission downshift and LO to HI axle
•With the accelerator depressed, move the axle selector to HI.
•Shift transmission to next lower gear. Repeat steps in sequence as
necessary.
Operation of the two-speed rear axle with an automatic
transmission
•Use LO range for when you drive
a fully loaded vehicle on a severe
grade or in congested traffic. To
activate LO range, press the
upper portion of the control
•Use HI range for all normal
driving conditions with a lightly
loaded or partially loaded vehicle.
To activate HI range, press the
lower portion of the control.
Note:You cannot split-shifting with an automatic transmission. Also,
downshifting above64 km/h (40 mph) may result in transmission or axle
damage.
Shifting the axle from LO to HI range - vehicle stopped
Place the transmission in N (Neutral), the press the lower part of the
control.
Shifting the axle from LO to HI range - vehicle moving
Accelerate to approximately 56 km/h (35 mph), press the lower part of
the control while the transmission is in N (Neutral), then release and
apply the accelerator.
Shifting the axle from HI to LO range - vehicle stopped
Place the transmission in N (Neutral), the press the upper part of the
control.
Note:Do not shift the axle to LO range with the vehicle in motion.
LOW
2SPD
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