Ford Cargo 2017, Owner'S Manual

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5
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Attaching and Detaching a Trailer
8- As shown in Figure 7, carry out the visual
check for fully locking in order (A, B, C).
Check A:
Check the safety lever, the latch on
the safety lever and the adjustment plate. The
safety lever and the latch on the safety lever
should be in the position shown in Figure 7-A.
Check B:
There should be no gap between
the semi-trailer and 5th wheel.
Check C:
The Locking Jaw should cover the
semi-trailer pin securely.
Figure-8
9-Perform a starting test. Apply the brakes of
the semi-trailer and start the truck at low gear;
the semi-trailer should not be detached.
CAUTION
If any of the above conditions are not met,
restart the entire locking procedure from the
2nd step. The starting test is not sufficient
for secure locking. Visual checks should be
performed. If the locking procedure is not
completed successfully, a secure connection
cannot be made (see Figure 9). The tag on
the lock lever should be checked during visual
checks.
Figure-9
10- Connect the supply lines and connection
cables between the truck and the semi-trailer.
11- Complete the procedure for attaching
the semi-trailer as per the instructions of the
vehicle manufacturer.
CAUTION
Attach the cables in such a manner that the
pressure air and hydraulic hoses are not tense,
they are not bent or rubbing and the canopy
can easily follow the trailer in curves, etc. Pay
attention to the voltage of the consumers on
the semi-trailer before connecting the cable.
5th Wheel (Platform) - Detaching the Semi-
Trailer
(for 5th wheels of SAF HOLLAND brand)
1- Park the vehicle on flat and solid ground.
2- Secure and support the semi-trailer as per
the instructions of the vehicle manufacturer.
3- Disconnect the supply lines and connection
cables between the truck and the semi-trailer.
4- Unlock the 5th wheel lock with the opening
lever. (see Figure 10-11)
Figure-10
5- Press the safety lever down with your thumb
-Arrow 1- and rotate the unlocking handle
counter-clockwise - Arrow 2-. Extract the
unlocking handle fully - Arrow 3- and attach the
part near 5th wheel platform.
At this point, the adjustment plate should not
contact 5th wheel platform, there should be a
gap between them. (see Figure 10).
Figure-7
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