Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
STANDARD GAUGES Engine Oil Pressure Gauge CONTROLS AND DISPLAY • If your oil pressure suddenly drops while you are driving, bring the vehicle to a stop as soon as possible in a safe location off the road and turn off the engine. Wait a few minutes to allow oil to drain into the oil pan, and then check the oil level. Add oil if necessary. If the problem persists, contact an authorized service center. Check the engine manufacturer’s manual for the correct oil pressure ranges for your engine. Water Temperature Gauge It is important to maintain oil pressure within acceptable limits. Your engine manual will give normal operating pressures for your engine. CAUTION: Continuing to operate your vehicle with insufficient oil pressure will cause serious engine damage. • If your oil pressure fails to rise within 10 seconds after your engine starts, stop the engine and determine the cause. The water temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant. Under normal operating conditions the – 38 – Y53-6008A Medium Duty (R05/09)
CONTROLS AND DISPLAY water temperature gauge should register between 165° and 205°F (74° and 90°C). Under certain conditions, somewhat higher temperatures may be acceptable. But the maximum allowable temperature is 210°F (99°C) with the cooling system pressurized, except for certain special engines. Check your engine manual to be sure. Engine Overheating WARNING! Do not remove the radiator fill cap while the engine is hot. Scalding steam and fluid under pressure may escape and cause serious personal injuries. You could be badly burned. • Wait until the coolant temperature is below 122°F (50°C). • Protect face, hands, and arms by covering the cap with a large, thick rag to protect against escaping fluid and steam. • Carefully and slowly turn the cap one-quarter of a turn or until it reaches the first stop— allowing excess pressure to escape—push down and turn for final removal. STANDARD GAUGES Wait until the coolant temperature is below 122° F (50°C). Protect your face, hands, and arms by covering the cap with a large, thick rag to protect you against escaping fluid and steam. Before you completely remove the cap, carefully and slowly turn the cap part way to allow excess pressure to escape. Then push down and turn for final removal. The cooling system may overheat if the coolant level is below normal or if there is a sudden loss of coolant (such as a worn hose splitting). It may also temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions such as climbing a long hill on a hot day or stopping after high-speed driving. If the “Engine Coolant Temperature” warning light comes on, or you have any other reason to suspect the engine may be overheating: • Stop the vehicle, but DO NOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE unless a low water warning device indicates a loss of coolant. • With the transmission in neutral, check to be certain the oil pressure gauge reads normal. Increase the engine speed to about 1100 - 1200 RPM, maximum. Return the idle speed to normal after 2 or 3 minutes. If Medium Duty (R05/09) Y53-6008A – 39 –
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STANDARD GAUGES<br />
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge<br />
CONTROLS AND DISPLAY<br />
• If your oil pressure suddenly drops while you are driving,<br />
bring the vehicle to a stop as soon as possible in<br />
a safe location off the road and turn off the engine.<br />
Wait a few minutes to allow oil to drain into the oil pan,<br />
and then check the oil level. Add oil if necessary. If the<br />
problem persists, contact an authorized service center.<br />
Check the engine manufacturer’s manual for the correct<br />
oil pressure ranges for your engine.<br />
Water Temperature Gauge<br />
It is important to maintain oil pressure within acceptable<br />
limits. Your engine manual will give normal operating pressures<br />
for your engine.<br />
CAUTION: Continuing to operate your vehicle<br />
with insufficient oil pressure will cause serious<br />
engine damage.<br />
• If your oil pressure fails to rise within 10 seconds after<br />
your engine starts, stop the engine and determine the<br />
cause.<br />
The water temperature gauge shows the temperature of<br />
the engine coolant. Under normal operating conditions the<br />
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