Hot Weather
•Use a permanent-type engine coolant to protect the engine against
damage from overheating.
•Fill the fuel tank at the end of daily operation to prevent
condensation in the fuel system.
•Keep external surfaces of the engine, radiator, charge air cooler, A/C
condenser and accessories clean to avoid dirt build-up.
•Above normal coolant temperatures could be experienced while
driving in a transmission gear ratio which lugs the engine. To correct
this problem, engine speed should be increased by downshifting into
the next lower gear.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy
from the engine to decrease the driver’s effort in steering the vehicle.
To help prevent damage to the power steering pump:
•Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme
left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with the power steering pump fluid level
below the ADD mark on the MAX. COLD side of the power steering
reservoir dipstick.
•Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive,
check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service
by your authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power
steering pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid
level before seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the FULL mark
on the MAX. HOT side of the power steering reservoir dipstick, as
this may result in leaks from the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s)
•uneven vehicle loading
•high crown in center of road
•high crosswinds
•wheels out of alignment
•loose or worn suspension components.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 20A Upfitter switches (AUX 2 and AUX 4)/Trailer
12V socket pin
2 30A Power seat (driver)
3 30A Power seat (passenger)
4 15A Windshield washer relay, Washer pump motor
5 5A Brake warning switch (hydraulic brake
vehicles only)
6 20A Upfitter switches (AUX 1 and AUX 3)
7 15A Brake pressure switches, ABS event relay
8 20A DEF (Urea) line heaters (diesel engine only)
9 20A Ignition switch, Starter cutoff
10 15A Air tank moisture removal valve
11 30A Electric trailer brake
12 20A Passenger compartment fuse box 5 and 21
13 15A Instrument cluster/Gateway module
14 20A Nitrogen oxide sensor (diesel engine only)
15 — Not used
16 5A Bendix® Air ABS
17 — Not used
18 10A Fuel transfer pump
19 15A Powertrain control module power 1 (gasoline
engine only)
20 10A Powertrain control module power 2 (gasoline
engine only)
21 20A Powertrain control module power 3 (gasoline
engine only)
22 20A Powertrain control module power 4 (gasoline
engine only)
23 — Not used
24 10A Powertrain control module keep-alive power
(gasoline engine only)
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LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
101 30A Bendix Air ABS relay (Air brake vehicles
only)
Hydraulic brakes module (hydraulic brake
vehicles only)
102 20A Ignition switch
103 20A Ignition switch, Passenger compartment fuse
box fuses 19, 29 and 30
104 20A Power point
105 20A Power door lock switches
106 30A Main light switch, Multi-function switch
107 50A Passenger compartment fuse box fuses 1, 2,
3, 4, 12, 13, 14 and 15
108 40A Fuel heater (diesel engine only)
20A Fuel pump module (gasoline engine only)
109 40A Power window
110 30A Windshield wiper
111 30A Body builder relay, Parking lamps
112 40A Blower motor
113 30A Heated seats, Air-Ride seat
114 20A Aftertreatment DCU
115 20A Ignition switch, Passenger compartment fuse
box fuses 8, 9, 10 and 11
116 30A Left/Right turn relays, Back up lamp relay
117 20A Stop lamps
118 60A Hydraulic brake vehicles (trailer tow package
only)
601 60A Trailer socket
602 60A Air brake trailer tow fuse block
30A Hydraulic brakes pump motor 2
201 — Windshield washer relay
202 — Wiper high/low relay
203 — Wiper run/park relay
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LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
204 — Windshield wiper relay
205 — Body builder relay, right turn
206 — Body builder relay, left turn
207 — ABS event relay (hydraulic brake vehicles
only)
208 — Body builder relay, back up lamps relay
209 — Auxiliary stop lamp relay
301 — Fuel heater/Fuel transfer pump relay (diesel
engine only)
— Fuel pump module (gasoline engine only)
302 — Body builder relay, parking lamps relay
303 — Blower motor relay
304 — DEF (Urea) line heaters relay (diesel engine
only)
— Powertrain control module power VPWR1
(gasoline engine only)
Individual Maxi Fuse Holder in Engine Compartment
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
9925 30A Hydraulic brakes pump motor 1
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Fuel System
Note:During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more),
fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add a quality gas stabilizer
product to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage
periods exceed 30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label.
The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the
additive throughout the fuel system.
•Fill the fuel tank(s) with high-quality fuel until the first automatic
shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling System
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it is necessary to reset memory
features.
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to make
sure battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under the vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 meters) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
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Observation Maintenance Operation
Insufficient power shown in loaded
practice stop.Inspect the automatic slack
adjuster function.
Subpar vehicle handling qualities. Check the operation of the brakes,
clutch and steering.
1,2
Excessive noise from under the
cab or engine compartment.Inspect the vehicle for missing,
damaged or mislocated noise
shields.
Excessive engine noise. Check the engine performance and
the engine governor.
Engine overheats; excessive fan
noise; fan constantly runs at high
speed or wobbles due to worn
bearings.Inspect the fan, fan shroud and fan
clutch.
Excessive exhaust noise; smell of
exhaust fumes is experienced.Inspect the entire exhaust system
for holes, leaks, breakage,
looseness and corrosive damage.
Excessive engine compartment
noise.Inspect the engine air induction
system (including air ducts and air
filter) for loose, damaged or
missing components.
Poor steering; wandering;
excessive tire wear.Check front end alignment, inspect
the tires and tire pressure.
3
Vibration or abnormal tire wear
indicating imbalance.Balance the wheels and the tires.
Hard shifting or excessive
vibration.Check the transmission and engine
mountings.
2
High effort to shift; noisy
transmission.Check and adjust transmission
controls.2
Insufficient full-throttle power;
backfiring.Check fuel pump pressure.
Radiator cap does not hold
pressure.Clean the cap seal and cap surface
on the radiator.
Electrical power supply has
diminished.Check the battery terminals for
corrosion.
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Note:Every phone operates differently. While SYNC 911 Assist works
with most cellular phones, some may have trouble using this feature.
If a crash deploys an airbag (excludes knee airbags and rear inflatable
safety belts [if equipped]) or activates the fuel pump shut-off, your SYNC
equipped vehicle may be able to contact emergency services by dialing
911 through a paired and connected Bluetooth-enabled phone. For more
information about 911 Assist, visit www.SYNCMyRide.com,
www.SYNCMyRide.ca or www.syncmaroute.ca.
•For information on airbag deployment, see theSupplementary
Restraints Systemchapter.
•For information on the fuel pump shut-off, see theRoadside
Emergencieschapter.
Setting 911 Assist On
Perform the following:
1. Press the phone button to enter the Phone Menu.
2. Scroll until 911 Assist is selected.
3. Press OK to confirm and enter the 911 Assist menu.
4. Scroll to select between On and Off selections.
5. Press OK when the desired option appears in the radio display.
Set On or Set Off appears in the display as confirmation.
Off selections include: Off with reminder and Off without reminder.
Off with reminder provides a display and voice reminder at phone
connection at vehicle start. Off without reminder provides a display
reminder only without a voice reminder at phone connection.
To make sure that 911 Assist works properly:
•SYNC must be powered and working properly at the time of the
incident and throughout feature activation and use.
•SYNC 911 Assist feature must be set on prior to the incident.
•A Bluetooth-enabled and compatible phone has to be paired and
connected to SYNC.
•A connected Bluetooth-enabled phone must have the ability to make
and maintain an outgoing call at the time of the incident.
•A connected Bluetooth-enabled phone must have adequate network
coverage, battery power and signal strength.
•The vehicle must have battery power and be located in the United
States, Canada or in a territory in which 911 is the emergency
number.
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In the Event of a Crash
Not all crashes deploy an airbag or activate the fuel pump shut-off
(which would activate 911 Assist); however, if 911 Assist is triggered,
SYNC tries to contact emergency services. If a connected phone is
damaged or loses connection to SYNC, SYNC searches for, and tries to
connect to, any available previously paired phone and tries to make the
call to 911.
Before making the call:
•SYNC provides a short window of time (about 10 seconds) to cancel
the call. Failure to cancel the call results in SYNC attempting to dial
911.
•SYNC says the following, or a similar message: “SYNC will attempt to
call 911, to cancel the call, press Cancel on your screen or press and
hold the phone button on your steering wheel.”
If the call is not cancelled and a successful call is made, a pre-recorded
message is played for the 911 operator, then the occupant(s) in the
vehicle is able to talk with the operator. Be prepared to provide your
name, phone number and location immediately, because not all 911
systems are capable of receiving this information electronically.
911 Assist May Not Work If
•Your cellular phone or 911 Assist hardware was damaged in a crash.
•The vehicle’s battery or SYNC system has no power.
•The phone(s) paired and connected to the system was thrown from
the vehicle.
911 Assist Privacy Notice
Once 911 Assist is set on, it may disclose to emergency services that the
vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or
activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911
Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911
operators the vehicle location, and/or other details about the vehicle or
crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency
services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not turn the
feature on.
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