Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Introduction tive harm. This warning requirement is mandated by California law (Proposition 65) and does not result from any change in the manner in which Peterbilt Motors Company trucks are manufactured. WARNING! Handle lubricants carefully. Vehicle lubricants (oil and grease) can be poisonous and cause sickness. How to Order Parts Replacement parts can be ordered through your local Peterbilt Dealer. For service parts information, two parts catalogs are also available, the Medium Duty Operator's Parts Catalog Preventive Maintenance and the Peterbilt Electronic Parts Catalog (ECAT). When ordering replacement parts, please provide the Medium Duty Chassis Serial Number. See Page 259. Operator's Parts Catalog a complete, non-illustrated listing of the Final Chassis Bill of Material. It includes all parts used to custom-build your Medium Duty. Electronic Parts Catalog a complete illustrated parts listing for your specific vehicle, with drawings and exploded views, available only in electronic CD–ROM format. – 148 – Y53-6008A Medium Duty (R05/09)
Preventive Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION Introduction The following section summarizes preventive maintenance and lubrication requirements for the maintenance of your Medium Duty. For specific maintenance procedures and complete lubrication instructions of specific components consult the Medium Duty Maintenance Manual and manufacturer's service manuals. These manuals are available for a minimal charge from your Peterbilt Dealer or direct from the component manufacturer. In addition, supporting manuals and literature are included in the glove compartment of your Medium Duty. Preventive Maintenance Intervals and Schedule Your preventive maintenance program begins with daily checks you perform. See “Driver's Check List” on page 13. If your Medium Duty is serviced regularly, you can avoid many large, expensive, and time-consuming repairs, as well Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication as ensuring many years of safe and smooth operation. Also, be advised that neglect of recommended service may in some cases void your vehicle's warranty. So, for your safety and life of your vehicle, please follow Table 2, “Maintenance Schedule,” Page 153. But remember, there may be maintenance operations that demands skills and equipment you do not have. If so, please take your Medium Duty to an expert mechanic, for your safety and your vehicle's performance. WARNING! It can be dangerous to attempt maintenance work without sufficient training, service manuals, and the proper tools. You could be injured, or you could make your vehicle unsafe. Do only those tasks you are fully trained and equipped to do. In severe operating conditions such as mining, logging, or earth moving, you will need to perform maintenance checks and services more frequently. Other “severe operating conditions” to be aware of are: rough, extreme temperature environments; conditions where heavy loads are being hauled; contaminated environments, or steep grades. Consult the component manufacturer's maintenance manuals for further information on maintenance procedures specific to these conditions. Medium Duty (R05/09) Y53-6008A – 149 –
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Introduction<br />
tive harm. This warning requirement is mandated by California<br />
law (Proposition 65) and does not result from any<br />
change in the manner in which <strong>Peterbilt</strong> <strong>Motors</strong> <strong>Company</strong><br />
trucks are manufactured.<br />
WARNING! Handle lubricants carefully. Vehicle<br />
lubricants (oil and grease) can be poisonous<br />
and cause sickness.<br />
How to Order Parts<br />
Replacement parts can be ordered through your local <strong>Peterbilt</strong><br />
Dealer. For service parts information, two parts catalogs<br />
are also available, the <strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong> <strong>Operator's</strong> Parts Catalog<br />
Preventive Maintenance<br />
and the <strong>Peterbilt</strong> Electronic Parts Catalog (ECAT). When<br />
ordering replacement parts, please provide the <strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong><br />
Chassis Serial Number. See Page 259.<br />
<strong>Operator's</strong> Parts Catalog a complete, non-illustrated listing<br />
of the Final Chassis Bill of Material. It includes all parts used<br />
to custom-build your <strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong>.<br />
Electronic Parts Catalog a complete illustrated parts listing<br />
for your specific vehicle, with drawings and exploded views,<br />
available only in electronic CD–ROM format.<br />
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