MODEL 330 OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Peterbilt Motors Company
MODEL 330 OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Peterbilt Motors Company
MODEL 330 OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Peterbilt Motors Company
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Operating Instructions<br />
• See page 115 for more information.<br />
11. Trailer Connections (Tractor)—are they secure and the<br />
lines clear? If they are not being used, are they stored<br />
properly?<br />
• Is the trailer spare wheel secure and inflated?<br />
• Is the landing gear up and the handle secured?<br />
12. Check the fifth wheel. Is the kingpin locked?<br />
• Is the sliding fifth wheel locked?<br />
Prestart — Daily<br />
1. Seat—adjust the seat for easy reach of controls.<br />
2. If your vehicle is equipped with an adjustable steering<br />
column, adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position.<br />
3. Mirrors—check and readjust mirrors if necessary.<br />
4. Lights—turn ignition key to the IGN & ACC position and<br />
check for warning lights and buzzer. Check operation of<br />
turn signals and emergency lights.<br />
5. Instruments—check all instruments.<br />
6. Windshield—check operation of windshield wipers and<br />
washers.<br />
7. Horn—check operation of horn.<br />
8. Check fire extinguisher charge and road emergency kit.<br />
9. Fuel—check fuel. Is there enough fuel?<br />
10. Seat Belts—fasten and adjust safety restraint belts<br />
Weekly Operations<br />
Start–Up<br />
1. Battery—check battery and terminals.<br />
2. Wheel Cap Nuts—are they all in place and torqued properly—tighten<br />
if necessary. See “Wheel Cap Nut<br />
Torque,” Page 176.<br />
3. Other Controls and Wiring—check for condition and<br />
adjustment.<br />
4. Steering Components—check pitman arm, draglink, and<br />
power steering hoses, etc., for loose, broken, or missing<br />
parts.<br />
5. Other Engine Compartment Checks<br />
• Check condition and fastening of engine belt, hoses,<br />
clamps, and radiator.<br />
• Check the air cleaner, muffler, and exhaust pipes.<br />
Are they tight and secure?<br />
• After Engine Warm-up<br />
– Automatic Transmission—check fluid level in the<br />
automatic transmission oil (if equipped).<br />
Model <strong>330</strong> PB1318 3/01 – 15 –