Peterbilt 365 2017, Manual

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STARTING & OPERATING
manual for the right pressure for
your engine. If the oil pressure
doesn’t rise within a few seconds,
stop the engine. Find out what
is wrong before restarting the
engine.
7. Slowly engage (release) the clutch
after the engine has started.
8. Wait for the oil pressure gauge to
reach normal operating pressure
before operating the vehicle or
idling faster than 1000 rpm.
Cold Weather
In cold weather, fast engine starting
helps relieve the loads on the electrical
system and cranking motor. Using the
special cold starting equipment will
help starting. If you follow a few simple
guidelines, you will extend the service
life of your engine.
•
Keep the electrical system in top
condition.
•
Use the best quality fuel of the
recommended grade.
•
Use recommended engine
lubricating oil.
•
Fully depress the accelerator
pedal after engaging the starter.
•
For manual transmissions and
auxiliary transmissions, leave the
transmission in neutral and allow
the transmission lubricating oil
to warm up (approximately 3-5
minutes) before operating vehicle.
Engine Block Heater
(Option)
To preheat the engine before starting,
plug the optional engine block heater
into a properly grounded AC electrical
source. Do not start the engine with
the heater plugged in.
WARNING!
Engine block heaters can cause
fires which may result in death, in-
jury and/or property damage if not
properly maintained and operated.
Regularly inspect the engine block
heater wiring and connector for
damaged or frayed wires. Do not
use the heater if there are any signs
of problems.
Contact your autho-
rized dealer or the manufacturer of
the heater if you are in need of re-
pairs or information.
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