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Engine Starting (Parking Brake Applied)
Safety and
Emergency
Equipment•Before entering the cab, verify that the vehicle
is equipped with spare electrical fuses (if used),
three red reflective triangles, a properly charged
and rated fire extinguisher and wheel chocks.
•Walk around the vehicle and verify all steps
and grab handles, inside and out (as well as
behind), are tight and clean. Use extreme caution
and a three-point stance at all times.
•Inspect door latches for proper closing,
latching and locking.
Starting the
EngineSet the parking brake. If starting a vehicle with a
manual transmission, press the clutch and verify
the transmission is in neutral. If starting a vehicle
with an automatic transmission, make sure the
gearshift lever is in positionNorP(if equipped
with a park position).
Diesel engine:Turn the key to the on position.
Turn the key to start when the wait to start
indicator light in the instrument cluster turns off.
Gasoline engine:Turn the key to start, then
release it as soon as the engine starts.
Engine Oil
PressureVerify pressure builds to normal operating range.
Air Chime (If
Equipped with an
Air Compressor)The low air pressure warning chime should sound
immediately after the engine starts but before the
compressor has built-up pressure. The chime
should stop when the air pressure reaches 70 psi
(483 kPa) (or more). Let the air pressure build
to governed cut-out pressure, which should occur
between 115–130 psi (793–896 kPa).
AcceleratorPress the accelerator and verify that it operates
smoothly, without any binding or irregular feel.
Release the pedal and verify the engine returns
to idle speed immediately.
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Engine Starting (Parking Brake Applied)
VoltmeterCheck the gauge (diesel engine) or indicator light
(gasoline engine) to verify the alternator is
charging.
Steering Linkage
Free PlayInspect for excessive free play in the steering
linkages. The steering wheel should have less
than 2 in. (5 cm) of free play at its rim.
Full Power
Hydraulic Brake
InspectionPump the brake pedal several times with the
ignition in the off or run position. The
motor/pumps can be heard momentarily
replenishing the accumulators.
Parking BrakeVerify the parking brake holds the vehicle by
gently trying to pull forward with the parking
brake applied.
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Engine Starting (Parking Brake Applied)
Air BrakesVerify operation using the following procedure.
Chock the wheels, if necessary. Push in the
parking brake and, on tractors, push in the
tractor parking brake knob:
1. Verify the air compressor or governor cut-out
pressure is approximately 120 psi (827 kPa).
2. Turn off the engine, then turn the key back to
the on position (without starting the engine).
3. Without the brake pedal applied, note the air
pressure drop for one minute. It should be less
than 2 psi (14 kPa) for single vehicles and 3 psi
(21 kPa) for combination vehicles.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal with 90 psi
(621 kPa) or more. Make sure there is no more
than a 3 psi (21 kPa) per minute leak for single
vehicles and a 4 psi (28 kPa) per minute leak for
combination vehicles.
5. Pump the brake pedal to deplete the system of
air pressure. The warning light and chime should
activate at 57 psi (393 kPa).
6. Pump the brake pedal and make sure the
parking brake and trailer parking brake knobs
pop out at 20 psi (138 kPa) or higher.
Automatic
Transmission
FluidVerify that the fluid level is in the proper
operating range. SeeTransmission fluid check
in theMaintenancechapter.
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Trailer
If you are pulling a trailer, an inspection of the trailer similar to that of
the tractor should be done. The inspection should follow trailer
manufacturer recommendations and should include at a minimum:
general condition, landing gear, doors, sides, lights, reflectors,
suspension, brakes, tires, wheels, cargo placement, stability and
tie-downs.
Transmission
WARNING:If the unit starts in gear and/or the neutral start
switch is not functioning correctly, the vehicle may inadvertently
move which could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, regularly
inspect the transmission’s neutral start switch. The engine should only
start in positionNorP.
Inspect the transmission fluid level and shift linkage for proper
operation.
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Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature
WARNING:While the design allows you to deactivate your
Belt-Minder®, this system is designed to improve your chances of
being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave
the Belt-Minder® system activated for yourself and others who may use
the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate or activate
the Belt-Minder® feature while driving the vehicle.
Read Steps 1-4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation or
activation programming procedure.
The system can be deactivated and activated by performing the following
procedure:
Before following the procedure, make sure that:
•the parking brake is set
•the gearshift is in positionP(if equipped) orNfor an automatic
transmission or neutral for a manual transmission
•the ignition is off
•all vehicle doors are closed
•the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled
•the parklamps and headlamps are off.
1. Turn the ignition on. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.)
2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (approximately one
or two minutes).
•Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds after the safety
belt warning light turns off, or the procedure has to be repeated.
3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate
speed, ending with the safety belt in the unbuckled state.
4. Turn on the parklamps and headlamps, then turn them off.
5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate
speed, ending with the safety belt in the unbuckled state.
•After Step 5, the safety belt warning light turns on for three
seconds.
6. Within seven seconds of the light turning on, buckle then unbuckle
the safety belt.
•This disables the Belt-Minder® feature if it is currently enabled.
•This enables the Belt-Minder® feature if it is currently disabled.
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GAUGES - DIESEL ENGINE
Cluster shown in standard measure. Metric similar.
A. Engine oil pressure gauge
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) gauge
D. Fuel gauge
E. Speedometer
F. Information display. See theInformation Displayschapter for more
information.
G. Tachometer
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal
operating range. If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the
vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if
needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your
authorized dealer.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature,
the level indicator is in the normal range. If the engine coolant
temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge
Indicates fluid level in DEF tank.
Fuel Gauge
Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the
ignition is on). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in
motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of
the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Information Display
Odometer:Located in the bottom of the information display. Registers
the accumulated distance your vehicle has travelled.
Trip Computer:SeeGeneral informationin theInformation Displays
chapter.
Vehicle Settings and Personalization:SeeGeneral informationin
theInformation Displayschapter.
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GAUGES - GASOLINE ENGINE
Cluster shown in standard measure. Metric similar.
A. Engine oil pressure gauge
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Transmission fluid temperature gauge
D. Fuel gauge
E. Speedometer
F. Information display. See theInformation Displayschapter for more
information.
G. Tachometer
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal
operating range. If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the
vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if
needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your
authorized dealer.
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