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TRUCK, TRACTOR, LINE HAUL; LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER; TRUCK CHASSIS; MEDIUM EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S MANUAL

DECEMBER 2012

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OPERATOR MAINTENANCE

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

STOPPING, SHUTTING DOWN ENGINE, AND PARKING VEHICLE

INITIAL SETUP:

References

WP 0005

WP 0010

STOPPING, SHUTTING DOWN ENGINE, AND PARKING VEHICLE

WARNING

Due to increased weight and raised center of gravity on

vehicles equipped with Crew Protection Kit, vehicle operator

must be aware of differences in driving characteristics and

adjust driving accordingly. Failure to comply may result in

damage to equipment or possible injury or death to

personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.

CAUTION

Before shutting down the engine, idle (550–650 rpm) with

no load for at least 3 minutes to allow turbocharger to cool.

Cooling time will depend on how hard the engine has been

worked. Failure to comply may result in damage to

equipment.

To stop vehicle, perform the following:

1. Release accelerator pedal, refer to WP 0005.

2. Allow reduction in engine RPM and automatic downshifting of transmission to

help slow vehicle, refer to WP 0010.

3. Apply service brakes to bring tractor to complete stop, refer to WP 0005.

4. Continue to depress and hold service brake pedal, shift transmission control lever

to neutral (N) position, and apply parking brakes, refer to WP 0010.

5. Idle engine for at least 3 minutes to allow turbocharger to cool.

6. Turn OFF engine run switch, refer to WP 0005.

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