ENGINE OPERATION - Safety - Introduction 1 The illustrations are intended to show repair or replacement procedures. The procedure will be the same for all applications, although the illustration may differ. of its load ratings. See the Weight Ratings label on the driver's door edge. PACCAR c/o PACCAR Engines PO Box 1518 Bellevue, WA 98009 Every new vehicle is designed to conform to all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards applicable at the time of manufacture. Even with these safety features, continued safe and reliable operation depends greatly upon regular vehicle maintenance. Follow the maintenance recommendations found in Preventive Maintenance section.
This will help preserve your investment. The latest technology and the highest quality components were used to produce this engine. When replacement parts are needed, we recommend using only genuine parts from PACCAR. General Safety Instructions Important safety notices about operating and servicing your engine. WARNING Improper practices, carelessness, or ignoring any warnings may cause death, personal injury, equipment or property damage. Make sure your vehicle is in top working condition before heading out on the road, it is the responsible driver's duty to do so. Inspect the vehicle according to the Driver's Check List.
Before performing any repair, read and understand all of the safety precautions and warnings. The following is a list of general safety precautions that must be followed to provide personal safety. Failure to follow these instructions may cause death or injury. Special safety precautions are included in the procedures when they apply. Use the proper tool for manually rotating the engine. DO NOT attempt to rotate the crankshaft by pulling or prying on the fan. This practice can cause death, personal injury, equipment damage, or damage to the fan blades, causing premature fan failure.
Work areas should be dry, well lit, well ventilated, free from clutter, loose tools, parts, ignition sources and hazardous substances. Some of the illustrations throughout this manual are generic and will NOT look exactly like the engine or parts used in your application. The illustrations can contain symbols to indicate an action required and\or an acceptable or NOT acceptable condition.
Illustrations Keep in mind that even a well maintained vehicle must be operated within the range of its mechanical capabilities and the limits 8 Y53-1183-1E1 (04/16/18) NOTE Warranty information including the EPA and California Emission Warranty is located in the section entitled “En- gine Warranty.” Make sure you are fa- miliar with the warranty or warranties applicable to your engine.