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Damaged Tires
{Danger
It is dangerous to mount the
wrong size tire on a wheel. If you
do so, the tire/wheel can explode
as air is being added. This
explosion may result in severe
personal injury or death. To learn
which wheels and tires are
correct, look at the "VIN, Weight
Rating, and Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Emissions Plate" on the
left side rear pillar panel below
the striker (single cab) or on the
left center pillar panel beside the
shoulder seat belt anchor (crew
cab). Wheel size is also stamped
on the side of each wheel.
To help avoid personal injury and
property damage if a wheel must
be changed, seek expert tire
services if you can. If you must
remove the wheel without any
such help, do the following:(Continued)
Danger (Continued)
.If the tire looks as if it may
be underinflated, stand to
the side and check whether
the wheel assembly
appears normal by
comparing it to another
wheel assembly on the
vehicle.
. Let the air out of the tire by
taking out the valve core.
If you have a way to put air
back in a tire, note that it is
good safety practice to let
the air out of both tires of a
dual assembly before taking
off the damaged tire and rim
assembly from the vehicle.
After letting out the air, take
off the tire and rim assembly
and install a spare tire and
rim assembly.
If your vehicle is equipped
with a differential lock
system or limited slip
differential (LSD), it might
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Danger (Continued)
start moving when the
engine power is transmitted
to the rear axle even when
one of the wheels on the
axle is raised clear of the
ground. Do not start the
engine with any rear wheel
in contact with the ground.
If you are not fully
experienced on the
procedures to follow, and/or
are not equipped with the
proper tools and equipment,
again, do not attempt to
raise the vehicle, or remove
or install the tire and wheel
assembly—seek expert tire
services.
. Do not put air back in a tire
that has been run flat, or is
seriously low on air, without
first having the tire taken off
the wheel and the tire
checked for damage.
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After Towing
After towing the vehicle, block the
rear wheels and install axle shafts
or driveshaft.
Apply the parking brake before
disconnecting from the towing
vehicle. Check and fill rear axle with
oil, if required.
Rear End Towing
When towing a vehicle with rear
wheels raised, secure the steering
wheel to maintain straight-ahead
position. Make certain that the front
axle is not loaded beyond the front
axle gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) as indicated on the
vehicle's VIN and weight rating
plate.
Special Towing Instructions1. All state and local laws regarding such items as
warning signals, night
illumination, speed, etc., must
be followed. 2. Safety chains must be used.
3. No vehicle should ever be
towed over 88 km/h (55 mph).
4. Loose or protruding parts of damaged vehicles should be
secured prior to moving.
5. A safety chain system completely independent of the
primary lifting and towing
attachment must be used.
6. Operators should refrain from going under a vehicle which is
being lifted by the towing
equipment unless the vehicle is
adequately supported by safety
stands.
7. No towing operation which for any reason jeopardizes the
safety of the wrecker operator
or any bystanders or other
motorists should be attempted.Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Exterior Finish
The paint finish on your vehicle
provides beauty, depth of color,
gloss retention and durability.
While cleaning the vehicle, do not
grip the roofmarker lights to prevent
damage or water leakage.
Washing
The best way to preserve your
vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by
washing it often.
Wash the vehicle in lukewarm or
cold water. Do not use hot water or
wash your vehicle in the direct rays
of the sun. Do not use strong soap
or chemical detergents. All cleaning
agents should be flushed promptly
from the surface and not allowed to
dry on the finish.
These vehicles are designed to
operate under normal environmental
conditions to withstand natural
elements. However, unusual
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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 341
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
The VIN and engine number are
necessary for registering your
vehicle. They are also necessary
when your vehicle undergoes official
inspections. Provide your dealer
with these numbers when you are
having the vehicle repaired or when
ordering replacement parts. The
Dealer will be able to do the
requested jobs more competently
and quickly.
VIN and Weight Rating Plate
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The "Vehicle Certification and
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
Plate" shows the manufacturer's
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR),
the front and rear gross axle weightratings (GAWRs), as well as the VIN
and emissions information for your
vehicle.
This plate is located on the left side
rear pillar panel below the striker
(single cab) or on the left center
pillar panel beside the shoulder seat
belt anchor (crew cab).
The VIN is a legal identifier of your
vehicle. It not only appears on the
VIN plate; but also on the vehicle
certificates of title and registration.
The VIN specifically identifies a
vehicle by code.
See
“Overloading” underInformation
on Loading the Vehicle 058.
The VIN contains multiple pieces of
information including the vehicle
and engine model codes as shown
below.
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Technical Data 337
Weights
Axle weight rating : Front 4500HD: 2431 kg (5,360 lb)4500XD: 3007 kg (6,630 lb)
5500HD: 3098 kg (6,830 lb) 5500XD: 3300 kg (7,275 lb)
Engine Oil Service
Engine oil capacity When changing oil only: 9.5 L (10.0 qt)
*1
When changing oil and filter: 11.0 L (11.6 qt)*1
Engine Cooling System Service
Capacity 19.6 L (20.7 qt)
Engine oil Thermostat:
Starts to open 82-85 °C (180-185 °F)
Radiator pressure 108 kPa (16 psi)
Transmission Service
Transmission oil capacity 13.1 L (27.7 qt)
*3
Rear Axle Service
Differential gear oil
capacity 4500HD/4500XD:
9.0 L (19.0 qt)
*4
5500HD/5500XD:10.0 L (21.1 qt)*4
Limited slip differential
lubricant additive 4500HD/4500XD:
0.5 L (1.06 qt)*5
5500HD/5500XD:0.6 L (1.27 qt)*5
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