3 Description and Operation
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Engine Oil
Always refer to the Engine Operation Manual for complete
information on engine oil requirements. Service intervals, oil
types and refill quantities are all covered in the Engine
Operation Manual. READ IT!
Transmission
Standard tractors are equipped with an Allison Automatic
Transmission. This heavy-duty transmission is designed for
stop-and-go operation. An Allison Transmission Operator’s
Manual is provided with every Kalmar tractor. This manual
provides important information on operation of the
transmission.
The following information can be found in your Allison
Operator’s Manual:
1. Gear selection
2. Shifting the transmission
3. Driving tips
4. Care and maintenance
5. Check oil level with shifter
6. Check/clear fault codes
7. Prognostics
The operator of this vehicle must read and follow the
instructions in the Allison Operator’s Manual. Failure to
do so may lead to serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.
The forward to reverse shifts of the transmission are controlled
by the ECM.
Parking with an Automatic Transmission
The Allison transmission does not have a PARK position like
an automobile transmission. For information on how to
properly park your Kalmar tractor, see the following sections in
this manual:
Page 37, Parking the Vehicle
Page 37, Parking Brake
Axles
Kalmar tractors may be ordered with a variety of axle
configurations, makes and models. It is important to refer to
the axle manufacturer’s information for your specific axle. You
can obtain axle operation and maintenance information from
