19. Automatic Transmission Mechatronics Monitor Normally, the SOFT mode (25) is used when travel- ing empty, and MEDIUM (24) is used when traveling loaded. When using the service brakes or turning sharply, or when operating the dump control, the sus- pension mode is switched to HARD (23) to maintain the stability of the machine: front and rear, and left and right. This indicator is present in all instrument panels, but is inactive in trucks without this option. This red indicator (19) flashes when- ever any abnormality occurs in the mechatronics related parts of the trans- mission control system. 15. Lock-up Pilot Lamp 20.
Other Mechatronics Monitor (OPTIONAL) The Lock-Up Pilot Lamp (15, Fig- This red indicator (20) flashes when- ure 3-5) lights up whenever the ever any abnormality occurs in the torque converter is locked up and mechatronics related parts of the PMC the transmission enters direct (Powertrain Management Control) sys- drive. tem, PLM (Payload Meter) system, and the optional suspension control system. 21. Fuel Level Monitor This indicator (21) flashes when the 16. Transmission Shift Position Pilot Lamp remaining fuel in the fuel tank goes The Transmission Shift Position Pilot below 170 liters (45 gal). If it flashes, Lamp (16) will indicate the specific gear check the fuel level and add fuel.
range in which the transmission is actu- ally operating: R, N, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7. 22. Fuel Gauge The Fuel Gauge (22) indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. If there is more than 170 liters (45 gal) of fuel in the tank while the engine is operating, the green range lights. If there is less 17. Shift Indicator than 170 liters (45 gal) of fuel in the tank, the red range lights. The Shift Indicator (17) indicates the lever position of the transmission range selector. 23, 24, and 25. (OPTIONAL) Suspension Mode Display Lamps This monitor displays the type of suspension mode being used. This OPTIONAL suspension feature automatically switches 18.
Engine Controller Monitor the damping characteristics of This red indicator (18) flashes when- the suspension according to ever any abnormality occurs in any of whether the truck is carrying a the engine control systems. load, or whether the brake, NOT USED with SAA12V140ZE-2 steering, or dump controls are being operated. engine. This OPTIONAL suspension feature automatically switches the damping characteristics of