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Engine starting (parking brake applied)
Ammeter/Voltmeter:Check the gauge to see if the alternator is
charging.
Steering linkage
free play:Check for excessive free play in the steering
linkages. The steering wheel should have less
than two inches (five cm) of free play at rim
of steering wheel.
Hydraulic brake
check:Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply
firm pressure to the pedal and hold it for five
seconds. The pedal should move (due to the
HydroMax pump operation); if it does not,
there may be a leak or another problem. Do
not drive the vehicle until the problem is
fixed.
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Check trans (Allison automatic
transmission only):The lamp will
illuminate for several seconds after
the ignition is turned to the ON
position. Illumination of this light indicates that a problem has been
detected and shifting may be restricted. Depending upon the severity of
the problem, the read-out digit on the shifter display may be blank.
Operation may continue in order to reach service assistance. The ECU
may not respond to shift selector requests, since operating limitations
are being placed on the transmission, i.e. upshifts and downshifts may be
restricted. Direction changes will not occur.
Refer to theTransmission Operator’s Manualfor more information.
Safety belt:Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt.
Range inhibit:Illuminates when
the transmission is not engaged in
the selected gear. The warning light
will go off when the gearshift lever
is adjusted in to the appropriate gear.
Refer to theTransmission Operator’s Manualfor more information.
Charging system:Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Safety belt warning chime:Sounds when the key is in the ignition and
the driver’s safety belt is not fastened.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is
opened.CHECK
TRANS
RANGE
INHIBIT
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Initial charge
With the air system completely discharged, both knobs (1 and 2) will be
out. When the air pressure reaches 70 psi (483 kPa) the trailer air
supply (1 – red knob) may be pushed in and should stay in charging the
trailer air system and releasing the trailer brakes.
The parking brake (2–yellow knob) can now be pushed in and supply air
to the tractor spring brakes, releasing them.
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3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can
relearnits idle conditions.
WRECKER TOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Before moving the towed vehicle, check for adequate road clearance of
vehicle components. It is recommended the towed vehicle be unloaded
prior to being towed to reduce any abnormal load to the vehicle
components resulting from the towing procedures. Before towing, be
sure to fully release the parking brake. The spring-actuated type parking
brake can be reset by recharging the air system with at least 64 psi (441
kPa) of air. If the brake system will not retain air pressure, then the
spring brakes must be released manually. Refer toParking brakein the
Drivingchapter
Note:For towing, make sure the vehicle is securely connected to the
tow vehicle and the tow vehicle parking brakes are applied before
releasing the disabled vehicle’s spring brakes.
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•Covered battery tray shown.
Battery tray with steps similar.
The two rubber straps on top of
the cover must be pulled up and
moved to the side of the battery
in order to remove the lid.
•Battery tray with cover removed.
Maintenance-free batteries do not normally require adding additional
water. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check
the battery electrolyte levels. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance
Guidechapter for the service interval schedules.
Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”.
Do not overfill the battery cells.
If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap water
to the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a high
mineral or alkali content). If possible, however, try to only fill the battery
cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the
charging system checked.
Make sure the battery cover/shield is reinstalled after the battery
has been cleaned or replaced.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the batteries clean
and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened
to the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
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A
Air conditioning ..........................51
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................51
Air suspension ...........................119
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................117
Audio system
(see Radio) ................33–34, 39, 44
Automatic transmission ............121
fluid, adding ............................192
fluid, checking ........................192
fluid, refill capacities ..............232
fluid, specification ..................218
Auxiliary power point .................59
Axle ............................132, 170, 207
lubricant specifications ..........218
refill capacities ........................231
B
Battery .......................................186
charging system warning
light ............................................23
jumping a disabled battery ....151
servicing ..................................264
voltage gauge ............................28
BeltMinder ...................................79
Brakes ..........................98, 104, 170
adjustment ..............................173
anti-lock ...........................117–118
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................23, 117
brake warning light ..................23
fluid, checking and adding ...173,
186
fluid, specifications .................218
parking ....................100, 106, 174
Bulbs ............................................55C
Catalytic converter
(see Emission control) .............174
CD-single premium .....................33
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ................83
child safety belts ......................83
Child safety seats ........................86
attaching with tether straps ....90
in front seat ..............................88
in rear seat ................................88
tether anchorage hardware .....90
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................84
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum
parts .........................................164
engine compartment ..............164
exterior ....................................166
instrument panel ....................165
interior .....................................165
interior trim ............................165
plastic parts ............................164
washing ....................................163
waxing .....................................163
wheels ......................................164
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......50–51
Clutch ................................123, 190
adjusting ..................................191
fluid ..........................................190
operation while driving ..........123
specifications ..........................218
Controls
power seat .................................71
Coolant ......................................181
checking and adding ..............181
refill capacities ........................232
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Headlamps ...................................53
aiming ........................................54
daytime running lights .............53
high beam .................................53
warning chime ..........................23
Heating ..................................50–51
heater only system ...................50
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................51
Hood ..........................................175
I
Ignition .........................................91
chime .........................................23
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..86
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................165
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................54
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......151
K
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............23
positions of the ignition ...........91
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................55
cargo lamps ...............................54
daytime running light ...............53
headlamps .................................53
high beams ................................53instrument panel, dimming .....54
interior lamps ...........................55
replacing bulbs ...................55–57
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................54
Lights, warning and indicator ....23
air suspension ...........................23
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....23, 117
brake ..........................................23
charging system ........................23
safety belt .................................23
service engine soon ..................23
traction control off ...................23
turn signal indicator .................23
Lubricant specifications ...........218
M
Manual transmission .................125
lubricant specifications ..........218
Mirrors .........................................61
fold away ...................................63
heated ........................................62
side view mirrors (power) .......61
O
Odometer .....................................28
P
Paint chips, repairing ...............163
Parking brake ....................100, 106
warning light .............................23
Power door locks ........................67
Power mirrors .............................61
Power point .................................59
Power steering ..........................189
fluid, checking and adding ....189
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