Foreword Introduction performed. The EDR is designed to record data re- lated to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for ap- proximately 60 seconds. This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Data recorded includes the following items: This manual provides information needed to operate and understand the vehicle and its components. More detailed information is contained in the Owner’s Warranty Information for North America booklet and in the vehicle’s workshop and maintenance manuals. Custom-built Western Star vehicles are equipped with various chassis and cab components.
Not all of the information contained in this manual applies to every vehicle. For details about components in your vehicle, refer to the chassis specification pages in- cluded in all new vehicles and to the vehicle specifi- cation decal located inside the vehicle. how various systems in the vehicle were oper- ating engine system information how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator if the driver was depressing the brake pedal For your reference, keep this manual in the vehicle at all times. how fast the vehicle was traveling NOTE: Data is not recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions. Personal data such as name, gender, age, and crash location are not recorded.
However, other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data rou- tinely acquired during a crash investigation. IMPORTANT: Descriptions and specifications in this manual were in effect at the time of printing. Western Star Trucks reserves the right to dis- continue models and to change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring obligation. Descriptions and specifica- tions contained in this publication provide no warranty, expressed or implied, and are subject to revisions and editions without notice.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties that have the special equipment, such as law enforcement, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. Environmental Concerns and Recommendations Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Compliance Whenever you see instructions in this manual to dis- card materials, you should first attempt to reclaim and recycle them. To preserve our environment, fol- low appropriate environmental rules and regulations when disposing of materials.
This vehicle must be regularly inspected and main- tained as indicated in the Western Star Maintenance Manual , and in the Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections and Maintenance chapter in this manual, in order to continue satisfactory performance and ensure cover- age of the vehicle under the manufacturer’s warranty. Many maintenance procedures ensure that the ve- hicle and engine continue to comply with applicable emissions standards. Maintenance procedures, using components engineered to comply with greenhouse gas emissions and fuel efficiency regulations, may be performed by an authorized Daimler Trucks North America dealer, an independent outlet, or the vehicle owner or operator.
Event Data Recorder This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices that record specific vehicle data. The type and amount of data recorded varies depending on how the vehicle is equipped (such as the brand of engine, if an air bag is installed, or if the vehicle features a collision avoidance system, etc.). This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record data in certain crash or near-crash situations, such as air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems The vehicle owner is responsible for determining the suitability of replacement components to maintain STI-444-6 (6/15) A24-01242-000 Printed in U.S.A.