Warnings and Cautions

Warning
Failure to follow indicated procedures creates a high risk of personal injury to the servicing technician.
Caution
Failure to follow indicated procedures may cause component damage or malfunction.
Notice
Highly recommended procedures for proper service of this unit.

Note: Additional service information not covered in the service procedure.

Before starting a vehicle:

  • Ensure adequate fuel level.
  • Sit in the driver’s seat.
  • Place shift lever in neutral.
  • Set the parking brake.
  • Do not operate the vehicle if Alternator light is lit or if gauges indicate low voltage.

Before working on a vehicle or leaving the cab with engine running:

  • Ensure ignition is off while hands are within the clutch housing area.
  • Place shift lever in neutral.
  • Set the parking brake.
  • Chock wheels.

When parking the vehicle or leaving the cab:

  • Place shift lever in neutral.
  • Set the parking brake.
Caution
Do not release the parking brake or attempt to select a gear until the air pressure is at the correct level.

To avoid damage to the transmission during towing:

  • Place shift lever in neutral.
  • Lift the drive wheels off of the ground or disconnect the driveline.