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Contents
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Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Vehicle Identification Data ..................................................................................................... 3
2. Useful Hints ................................................................................................................................. 5
3. Safety Precaution Rules ........................................................................................................... 6
4.Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 7
5. Controls and Instruments ..................................................................................................... 11
6. Doors, Seats and Seat Belts .................................................................................................. 19
7. New Vehicle Runningin ....................................................................................................... 22
8. Vehicle Operation ................................................................................................................... 23
8.1. Engine Starting ................................................................................................................ 23
8.2. Vehicle Driving ................................................................................................................ 24
8.3. Braking and Parking ....................................................................................................... 25
8.4. Heating and Ventilation of the Cab ........................................................................... 26
8.5. Lighting and Light Signaling Devices ....................................................................... 28
8.6. Fuses .................................................................................................................................... 30
8.7. Generator Set .................................................................................................................... 31
8.8. Starter ................................................................................................................................. 32
8.9. Antilock Brake System ................................................................................................. 32
8.10. Towing Device ............................................................................................................... 34
9. Vehicle Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 34
9.1. Checking Engine Oil Level ........................................................................................... 34
9.2. Checking Oil Level in Gearbox and Rear Axle ....................................................... 34
9.3. Checking Coolant Level ................................................................................................ 35
9.4. Checking Brake Lining Wear Rate ............................................................................ 35
9.5. Checking Brake Fluid Level in Clutch Master Cylinder Tank .......................... 36
9.6. Checking Storage Battery Electrolyte Level ........................................................... 37
9.7. Checking Oil Level in Power Steering Reservoir .................................................. 38
9.8. Engine Accessories Drive Belt Tensioning .............................................................. 38
9.9. Wheels and Tires Care ................................................................................................... 39
9.10. Changing a Wheel ......................................................................................................... 40
9.11. Cab Care ........................................................................................................................... 41
9.12. Types of Maintenance .................................................................................................. 42
9.13. Procedures carried out during Maintenance ......................................................... 43
9.13.1. Daily Maintenance (EO) ............................................................................... 43
9.13.2. Periodic Maintenance (TO1, TO2, CO) ................................................ 44
9.13.3. Vehicle Lubrication ......................................................................................... 44
9.13.4. Lubrication Chart ............................................................................................ 44
9.14. Equivalents of Fuels, Oils, Lubricants and Fluids ..................................... 46
9.15. Parts to be Replaced on the Vehicle during Maintenance ...................... 47
