Vehicle Access be especially careful when entering or exiting the vehicle. Always maintain three-point contact with the ve- hicle when entering or exiting the cab. Three- point contact means both feet and one hand, or both hands and one foot. When steps are mounted on battery box covers, make sure that the cover is latched and secure before using the steps. Do not step on the fuel tank, battery box, frame, etc. unless adequate slip resistant surfaces and handholds are provided. 11/04/2011 f543948a Do not jump from the vehicle. A. The two-wire connector is located next to the auxiliary power distribution module. 1. Glove Box 2. Main Power Distribution Module 3.
Auxiliary Power Distribution Module For ease of entry and exit, there are multiple grab handles: a handle on the A-pillar (optional on the driver’s side), handles on the inside of the door, and sidewall grab handles. In addition, the steering wheel may be used to provide a secure handhold. There are at least two access steps to provide secure footholds. Fig. 2.3, Passenger-Side Electrical Access Panel (removed) IMPORTANT: Vehicles built before November 7, 2011 have lower door grab handles on the in- side of each door. Vehicles built on or after No- vember 7, 2011 have lower pockets on the in- side of each door, which may be used as a secure handhold. 5.
Press and hold the first fob’s lock button for two seconds. The LED in the fob will flash while the button is held. 6. Press the lock button on the second fob for one second. The LED in the fob will flash while the button is held. Entering the Driver’s Side 7. Repeat step 6 for any additional fobs. NOTE: The system will exit program mode after one minute of no activity. 1. Open the driver-side door and place anything that you are carrying in the cab. 2. Grasp the sidewall grab handle with your right hand. See Fig. 2.4 or Fig. 2.5 . Grab Handles and Access Steps 3. Grasp the lower door pocket or grab handle with your left hand.
The grab handles, access steps, and steering wheel are all part of the cab access system. Use these "helping hands" when getting into or out of the cab. They will increase your security and comfort. 4. Place your right foot on the bottom step, and pull yourself up. 5. Place your left foot on the top step. 6. Grasp the steering wheel or A-pillar grab handle, if equipped, with your left hand. CAUTION Slipping or falling from the vehicle can result in personal injury or property damage. 7. Step into the cab with your right foot first, and grasp the steering wheel with your right hand. Wet or dirty shoes greatly increase the chance of slipping or falling.
If your shoes are wet or dirty, 2.2 A 3 2 1