SAFETY - Safety Alerts 1 information, with an outline for performing safety checks and basic preventive maintenance inspections. We have tried to present the information you’ll need to learn about functions, controls, and operation— and to present it as clearly as possible. We hope you’ll find this manual easy to use. There will be times when you need to take this manual out of the glovebox. When you do, please be sure to return it when you are finished using it. That way it will be there when you need it the next time or when you pass the vehicle on to the next user. There are several tools built into this manual to help you find what you need quickly and easily.
First is the Quick Table of Contents. Located at the front of the manual, this lists the main subjects covered and gives section numbers where you can find these subjects. Use the Quick Table of Contents to find information on a large subject like “Maintenance.” Cross- referenced citations also help you get the information you need. If some other part of the manual contains further information on the subject you are reading about, we’ll indicate that in a cross-reference like this: (See What to do before starting the vehicle on page 23). You won’t have to go searching for more information. Finally you’ll find a helpful Subject Index.
It’s in the back of the manual and alphabetically lists the subjects covered. So if you want information on brakes, for example, just look under Brake in the Subject Index. You’ll find all the pages listed where brakes or braking are discussed. Safety Alerts Please read and follow all of the safety alerts contained in this manual. They are there for your protection and information. These alerts can help you avoid injury to yourself, your passengers and help prevent costly damage to the vehicle. Safety alerts are highlighted by safety alert symbols and signal words such as “WARNING”, “CAUTION”, or “NOTE”. Please DO NOT ignore any of these alerts.
Warnings The safety message following this symbol and signal word provides a warning against operating procedures which could cause death or injury. They could also cause equipment or property damage. The alert will identify the hazard, how to avoid it and the probable consequence of not avoiding the hazard. Your vehicle may not have all the features or options mentioned in this manual. Therefore, you should pay careful attention to the instructions that pertain to just your vehicle. In addition, if your vehicle is equipped with special equipment or options not discussed in this manual, consult your dealer or the manufacturer of the equipment.
All information contained in this manual is based on the latest production information available at the time of publication. Peterbilt Motors Company reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. 8 Y53-6096-1A1 (01/17) NOTE After you’ve read this manual, it should be stored in the cab for convenient reference and remain with this truck when sold.