Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company

STARTING AND OPERATING THE VEHICLE
WARNING! Do not carry additional fuel containers
in your vehicle. Fuel containers, either
full or empty, may leak, explode, and cause or
feed a fire, possibly causing death or personal
injury. Do not carry extra fuel containers, even
empty ones are dangerous.
WARNING! Diesel fuel in the presence of an
ignition source (such as a cigarette) could
cause an explosion. You could be killed or
seriously injured. A mixture of gasoline or
alcohol with diesel fuel increases this risk of
explosion.
• Do not remove a fuel tank cap near an open
flame.
• Use only the fuel and/or additives recommended
for your engine.
REFUELING
Specification: Use only Diesel Fuel, Grade 2–D, as recommended
by engine manufacturers. If you need further
information on Grade 2–D fuel specifications, consult the
Engine Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Location of Fuel Shut–Off Valves
If your vehicle is equipped with shut-off valves for the
take-off and return lines, they are located on the fuel lines
entering the top of the fuel tank. Fuel shut-off valves for
the fuel crossover line are on the bottom of the fuel tank,
at the crossover line connection.
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