Peterbilt Y53-6008 User Manual

O PERAT O R’SM ANUALCla ss Pa ysY53-6008 11/06 PRINTED IN U.S.A.PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY • P.O.BOX 90208 • DENTON, TEXAS 76202 • A DIVISION OFMedium D

Start–Up Operating Instructions– 8 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)To help avoid personal injury due to a slip or fall:• Use three points of contact (

More Driving Tips and Techniques Operating Instructions– 98 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)MORE DRIVING TIPS AND TECHNIQUESWARNING! Low air pressure

Operating Instructions Driving Tips And TechniquesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 99 –countershaft gear (which lubricates the transmission com-ponent

Driving Tips And Techniques Operating Instructions– 100 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• If the engine rpm moves beyond the maximum gov-erned speed,

Operating Instructions Driving Tips And TechniquesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 101 –Air Suspension Height/Air PressureYour vehicle may have an air

Driving Tips And Techniques Operating Instructions– 102 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Follow this procedure to temporarily set ride height.WARNING!

Operating Instructions Driving Tips And TechniquesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 103 –WARNING! Be extremely careful when deflatingthe air springs. T

Driving Tips And Techniques Operating Instructions– 104 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Typical Height Control Valve (Rear View Looking Forward)Rotate

Operating Instructions Driving Tips And TechniquesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 105 –Driving with Deflated Air SpringsVehicles with the air suspens

Driving Tips And Techniques Operating Instructions– 106 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Fifth Wheel Jaw LockTo unlock the fifth wheel lock:• Pull out

Operating Instructions Driving Tips And TechniquesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 107 –Fifth Wheel Lubrication• Frequently operate and lubricate mova

Operating Instructions Start–UpMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 9 –NOTE: Any alteration (adding bulkheads, headacheracks, tool boxes, etc.) behind the

Vehicle Recovery and Spring Brakes Operating Instructions– 108 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)VEHICLE RECOVERY AND SPRING BRAKESIntroductionYour Medi

Operating Instructions Vehicle Recovery and Spring BrakesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 109 –Vehicle Recovery GuidelinesRefer to the guidelines belo

Vehicle Recovery and Spring Brakes Operating Instructions– 110 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)1. Into the pinion cage, add 1 pint (.47 liter) of lubr

Operating Instructions Vehicle Recovery and Spring BrakesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 111 –1. Remove the cap from thespring chamber.2. Remove the

Vehicle Recovery and Spring Brakes Operating Instructions– 112 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)push rod) is retracting. Do not over-torque the release

Operating Instructions Shut–DownMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 113 –SHUT–DOWNIntroductionAfter you have parked in a safe place, check your vehicle t

Shut–Down Operating Instructions– 114 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)3. Drain water from the air reservoirs.• While the engine and air supply system

Operating Instructions Shut–DownMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 115 –WARNING! Do not carry additional fuel contain-ers in your vehicle. Fuel containe

Introduction Preventive Maintenance– 116 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCEINTRODUCTIONThis section will help you keep your Medium

Preventive Maintenance IntroductionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 117 –• When working underneath the vehicle withoutappropriate safety stands but wi

Start–Up Operating Instructions– 10 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Put one hand on the hood handle (just above the Peterbiltemblem), one foot on the

Introduction Preventive Maintenance– 118 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)tive harm. This warning requirement is mandated by Cal-ifornia law (Propositi

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 119 –MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATIONIntroductionThe f

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 120 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Maintenance IntervalsTable 2, ”Recommended Maintenanc

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 121 –Rear Wheel Bearings 100,000 With LMS Wheel End Packag

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 122 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Hydraulic BrakesBrake Pad Lining Inspection7,500 mile

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 123 –Maintenance ScheduleUse Table 3, ”Maintenance Schedul

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 124 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Wiper Blade ConditionHorns (Electric and Air)MirrorsS

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 125 –Emergency FlasherBrake LightsBackup/Loading LightsLic

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 126 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Fan ShroudFan Assembly and Idler Pulley No Service Re

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 127 –Drain Water from Fuel SystemEngine Oil – Change25,000

Operating Instructions Start–UpMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 11 –After lowering the hood, latch the hood closed with the holddowns.WARNING! If the

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 128 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)King Pin WearSteer Axle Wheel Bearing - End Play Adju

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 129 –Front & Rear Brake Camshaft Tube LubricationSynth

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 130 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)(Color of charge indicator for each battery) 1 _

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 131 –LeftAir Pressure Adjusted to: _____________ALIGNMENT

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 132 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Air ConditionerInstruments and Gauges: Speedometer

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 133 –Lubrication SpecificationsYou will find a complete En

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 134 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Lubrication TypesUse Table 4 on page 136 and the list

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 135 –Oil ReservoirsFor oil reservoirs with side filler plu

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 136 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Table 4 Recommended Lubrication TypesCOMPONENTS RECOM

Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Schedule and LubricationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 137 –WARNING! Exhaust fumes from the engine con-tain carbo

Start–Up Operating Instructions– 12 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not drink and drive. Your reflexes,perceptions, and judgment can be af

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication Preventive Maintenance– 138 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)NOTE: Keep the engine exhaust system and thevehicle’s

Preventive Maintenance Engine MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 139 –ENGINE MAINTENANCEEngine LubricationProper engine lubrication depends o

Engine Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 140 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Fuel SystemSpecification: Use only Diesel Fuel, Grade 2-D, as recom-men

Preventive Maintenance Engine MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 141 –NOTE: To expel air from density-type strainerelements, soak them in cle

Engine Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 142 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Engine Accesories: Accessory Drive BeltsYou can extend the reliability

Preventive Maintenance Engine Cooling SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 143 –To Check the Fan:• Check the fan assembly mounting bolts for tightne

Engine Cooling System Preventive Maintenance– 144 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)CAUTION: The engine cooling system has veryspecific maintenance and

Preventive Maintenance Engine Cooling SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 145 –ELC Condition (Contamination and Inhibitor Concentra-tion)Perform a

Engine Cooling System Preventive Maintenance– 146 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)NOTE: If frequent topping off is necessary andthere are no visible s

Preventive Maintenance Engine Cooling SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 147 –8. Idle the engine until it reaches normal operating temper-ature.9.

Operating Instructions Start–UpMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 13 –GAWR: is the Gross Axle Weight Rating. This is the totalweight that one axle is d

Engine Cooling System Preventive Maintenance– 148 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06) PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE (PM) INTERVALSIAB C D EAt the first 1

Preventive Maintenance Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 149 –BRAKE SYSTEMIf your truck has an air brake system, see the pages below.If you

Brake System Preventive Maintenance– 150 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not use any replacement part inthe brake system unless it conform

Preventive Maintenance Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 151 –• Do not use pressure-release grease fittings when lubri-cating the slack adj

Brake System Preventive Maintenance– 152 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Manual adjustment of automatic slack adjusters is a dangerous pract

Preventive Maintenance Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 153 –Constant manual adjustment of automatic slack adjusterscan shorten the life o

Brake System Preventive Maintenance– 154 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not use any replacement part inthe brake system unless it conform

Preventive Maintenance Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 155 –Make sure that the fluid level registers on or above the fluidlevel mark mold

Brake System Preventive Maintenance– 156 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Calipers - Visually inspect calipers for brake fluid leakage,damaged or defec

Preventive Maintenance Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 157 –Visually inspect brake shoe lining for wear, cracks, or break-age. If linings

Start–Up Operating Instructions– 14 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• Check beneath the vehicle. Are there signs of fuel, oil, orwater leaks?• Check f

Brake System Preventive Maintenance– 158 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• During wheel balancing, dyno testing, or any time theignition is on with pa

Preventive Maintenance Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 159 –WARNING! Do not operate the vehicle in theevent of a malfunction in any air o

Air System Preventive Maintenance– 160 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)AIR SYSTEMIntroductionWARNING! Prior to the removal of any air systemcomponent,

Preventive Maintenance Air SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 161 –Scheduled MaintenanceUse Table 6, ”Air System Scheduled Maintenance,” to sched-

Air System Preventive Maintenance– 162 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Air System Function TestScheduled maintenance should be performed on the Medium

Preventive Maintenance Air SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 163 –CAUTION: Do not use penetrating oil, brakefluid, or wax-based oils in the air s

Air System Preventive Maintenance– 164 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Follow the procedure below to check the compressed air system for leaks:1. Peri

Preventive Maintenance Air SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 165 –head. Also, check compressor discharge line for carbon,and clean or replace the

Air System Preventive Maintenance– 166 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• When more than a 30-degree F. (17-degree C) range oftemperature occurs in one

Preventive Maintenance Air SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 167 –High Frequency Vibration: Vibration may indicate turborotor imbalance. Have yo

Operating Instructions Start–UpMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 15 –1. Lights—do headlights, turn signals, emergency flashers,and exterior lamps funct

Air System Preventive Maintenance– 168 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)To remove the air filter:1. Remove the two thumb screws. 2. Remove air cleaner

Preventive Maintenance Tires and WheelsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 169 –TIRES AND WHEELSIntroductionKeeping the tires in good condition is essent

Tires and Wheels Preventive Maintenance– 170 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Speed Restricted TiresWARNING! This vehicle may be equipped withspeed res

Preventive Maintenance Tires and WheelsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 171 –Tire InflationMost tire wear problems are caused by underinflation as the

Tires and Wheels Preventive Maintenance– 172 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Overinflation: reduces thetread contact area with the roadsurface, conce

Preventive Maintenance Tires and WheelsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 173 –Wheel Mounting and FasteningAfter the vehicle travels about 50 to 100 mil

Tires and Wheels Preventive Maintenance– 174 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Table 8 Wheel Cap Nut TorqueWHEEL & NUTCONFIGURATIONSTUD SIZEDYNAMIC

Preventive Maintenance Tires and WheelsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 175 –Disc WheelsWARNING! Use the correct components andtools when working on w

Tires and Wheels Preventive Maintenance– 176 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Demounted RimsTo check the torque on demountable rims, follow the criss-c

Preventive Maintenance Tires and WheelsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 177 –Table 9 Comparing Hub-piloted and Ball-seat WheelsHUB–PILOTED MOUNTBALL–S

Start–Up Operating Instructions– 16 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Prestart — Daily1. Seat—adjust the seat for easy reach of controls.2. If your vehi

Tires and Wheels Preventive Maintenance– 178 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Tire ReplacementFront: replace front tires when less than 4/32 in. of tre

Preventive Maintenance Tires and WheelsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 179 –Wheel and Tire Replacement WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) isca

Heater and Air Conditioner Preventive Maintenance– 180 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONERIntroductionThe combination heater-ai

Preventive Maintenance Heater and Air ConditionerMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 181 –CAUTION: During extreme cold weather, do notblow hot air onto c

Electrical System Preventive Maintenance– 182 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCAUTION: Do not modify or improperly repairthe vehicle’

Preventive Maintenance Electrical SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 183 –All the electrical circuits have fuses to protect them from ashort circu

Electrical System Preventive Maintenance– 184 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)The battery compartment is located on the left side of thevehicle, under

Preventive Maintenance Electrical SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 185 –Overcharge: this condition results from improper voltageregulator adjus

Electrical System Preventive Maintenance– 186 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not allow battery fluid to contacteyes, skin, fabrics, or pa

Preventive Maintenance Electrical SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 187 –before proceeding. If no water is available, remove the capsand cover th

Operating Instructions Start–UpMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 17 – DASH INSTRUMENT PANEL1 Headlight 6 Oil Pressure 11 Voltmeter (option)2 Clearance

Electrical System Preventive Maintenance– 188 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)If the engine fails to start, do not continue to crank thestarter but co

Preventive Maintenance Electrical SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 189 –• When fast charging, remove the battery caps so pres-sure does not accu

Electrical System Preventive Maintenance– 190 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Slow Battery ChargingNOTE: Follow the instructions that come with yourba

Preventive Maintenance Electrical SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 191 –Electrical and Alternator PrecautionsTake the following precautions to a

Cab Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 192 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)CAB MAINTENANCEExterior MaintenancePainted SurfacesWash painted surfaces f

Preventive Maintenance Cab MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 193 –Cleaning, Protection and Weather–StrippingFrequent washings of the vehicle

Cab Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 194 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)CAUTION: Do not aim the water jet directly atdoor locks or latch. Tape the

Preventive Maintenance Cab MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 195 –At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain

Cab Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 196 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• Always test a commercial cleaning agent onan inconspicuous area of the s

Preventive Maintenance Cab MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 197 –• Remove soap with a clean, damp rag. • If a stronger cleaning solution is

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Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 18 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSIntroductionYour Medium Duty dashboard is

Cab Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 198 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)inside the restraint hardware and the potential for the beltto come in con

Preventive Maintenance Cab MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 199 –parts of the cab interior. These areas are typical placeswhere the web wil

Cab Maintenance Preventive Maintenance– 200 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)4. Check buckle and latch for proper operation and to deter-mine if latch

Preventive Maintenance Cab MaintenanceMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 201 –Washer ReservoirCAUTION: Do not use antifreeze or engine cool-ant in the w

Transmission and Clutch Preventive Maintenance– 202 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCHIntroductionFollow these steps to ensure pa

Preventive Maintenance Transmission and ClutchMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 203 –Standard Transmission Oil LevelNOTE: The vehicle must be parked on

Transmission and Clutch Preventive Maintenance– 204 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)As the clutch pedal is depressed further, with harder pres-sure, t

Preventive Maintenance Transmission and ClutchMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 205 –Automatic TransmissionsService IntervalsCheck daily with engine id

Steering and Driveline Preventive Maintenance– 206 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)STEERING AND DRIVELINEPower SteeringOil (under low pressure) provid

Preventive Maintenance Steering and DrivelineMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 207 –If these checks do not reveal the problem, or if you correctthem an

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 19 –CRUISECONTROLENGINEFANBRAKEAIRSTOPENGINEDIFFLOCKFIFTHWHEELCHECKENG

Steering and Driveline Preventive Maintenance– 208 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Fluid RefillUse Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Type E or F orDe

Preventive Maintenance Front Axle and SuspensionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 209 –FRONT AXLE AND SUSPENSIONInspectionFor all vehicles, mandatory m

Front Axle and Suspension Preventive Maintenance– 210 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• Thoroughly clean hubs and bearings with solvent and astiff bri

Preventive Maintenance Front Axle and SuspensionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 211 –CAUTION: Do not spray the suspension withchemical products or mi

Rear Axle and Suspension Preventive Maintenance– 212 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSIONGeneral MaintenanceWARNING! Do not work o

Preventive Maintenance Rear Axle and SuspensionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 213 –It is important that U–bolts remain tight. Severe use of yourvehi

Rear Axle and Suspension Preventive Maintenance– 214 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• No initial drain is required on Eaton axles that are factoryfil

Preventive Maintenance Rear Axle and SuspensionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 215 –Axle Housing Breather Vent• Check and clean the axle housing brea

Rear Axle and Suspension Preventive Maintenance– 216 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not replace U–bolts and nuts withcommon U–bolts or st

Preventive Maintenance Rear Axle and SuspensionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 217 –The torque values in the previous tables are based on theuse of c

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 20 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Self TestWhen you turn on your ignition, the following warning lig

Frame and Fifth Wheel Preventive Maintenance– 218 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)FRAME AND FIFTH WHEELIntroductionWARNING! Do not cut or splice frame

Preventive Maintenance Frame and Fifth WheelMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 219 –Fifth Wheel MaintenanceProper preventive maintenance is essential to

Noise and Emission Control Preventive Maintenance– 220 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)NOISE AND EMISSION CONTROLNoise Emission WarrantyPeterbilt Moto

Preventive Maintenance Noise and Emission ControlMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 221 –Engine• Removing or rendering engine speed governor inopera-tiv

Noise and Emission Control Preventive Maintenance– 222 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Piping• Check exhaust piping for rust, corrosion, or damage.Rep

Preventive Maintenance Noise and Emission ControlMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 223 –Transmission and Driveline• Substituting a different main trans

Noise and Emission Control Preventive Maintenance– 224 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Table 13 Maintenance Log

Preventive Maintenance Noise and Emission ControlMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 225 –Table 13 Maintenance Log

Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification Preventive Maintenance– 226 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)CONSUMER INFORMATION AND VEHICLE IDENTIFIC

Preventive Maintenance Consumer Information and Vehicle IdentificationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 227 –Vehicle IdentificationAll Peterbilt vehicl

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 21 –WARNING! Do not operate the vehicle if theBRAKE warning lamp illum

Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification Preventive Maintenance– 228 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Chassis Number LocationsThe chassis/serial

Preventive Maintenance Consumer Information and Vehicle IdentificationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 229 –Complete Vehicle Certification LabelThe Co

Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification Preventive Maintenance– 230 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not exceed the specified load

Preventive Maintenance Consumer Information and Vehicle IdentificationMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 231 –Federal Safety Standard Certification Labe

Index– 232 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)AAccessories 43Adjustable Tilt Column 56Air conditioner 181refrigerant 117Air Dryer 165Air filter 167Air h

IndexMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 233 –fan drive 222operating the clutch 67riding the clutch 70Coasting 71Component lubrication index 134Compresse

Index– 234 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)water temperature gauge 23weekly checks 16winterfronts 58Environmental protection 117Ether 58Exhaustbrake

IndexMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 235 –Lubrication 150, 210axle 209brakes 150chart 135coasting 99driveshaft 208engine 139front axle 210front suspe

Index– 236 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Rear Wheel Calipers 90Recovering vehicles 108Relay valve 87Release bearing wear 71Repairs 4Retardersengine

IndexMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 237 –Turbocharger 114, 166Turn signal/high beam switch 54UU-Bolt torque 211Underbody maintenance 194Underinflate

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 22 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)TachometerThe vehicle's tachometer measures the engine speed

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Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 23 –Coolant (Water) Temperature GaugeThe water temperature gauge shows

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 24 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)D. Return the engine speed to normal idle after two or threeminute

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 25 –WARNING! To reduce the chance of personalinjury and/or vehicle dam

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 26 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)3. Place the transmission in park and set the parkingbrake. (See P

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 27 –WARNING! If the air pressure falls below 60 psi(414 kPa) the sprin

IntroductionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 1 –INTRODUCTIONHow to Use This ManualThis Operator's Manual contains useful information for thesafe

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 28 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel in t

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 29 –Voltmeter (option)The voltmeter shows the voltage your vehicle&apo

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 30 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Air Filter Restriction Indicator (option)This gauge indicates the

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 31 –Daytime Running Lights (option)On vehicles equipped with the Dayti

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 32 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Windshield Wipers/WasherNOTE: The ignition key must be turned to A

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 33 –WARNING! Do not drive with worn or dirty wiperblades. They can red

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 34 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)IGN & ACC: In this position, all circuits are energized. Panel

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 35 –2. Shift the transmission into its PARK position. (See Pages68 and

Instruments and Controls Operating Instructions– 36 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Using the Parking Brake1. Come to a complete stop.2. Apply the par

Operating Instructions Instruments and ControlsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 37 –Cruise Control SwitchWARNING! Do not operate the cruise controlwhe

Introduction– 2 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNINGWhen you see this word, the message that follows isespecially vital. It signals a potentially h

Heating and Air Conditioning Operating Instructions– 38 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGIntroductionWARNING! Do not drive

Operating Instructions Heating and Air ConditioningMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 39 –aware of a refrigerant leak on your vehicle, have yoursystem s

Heating and Air Conditioning Operating Instructions– 40 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)the cab: fan speed switch (A), air directional control switch(

Operating Instructions Heating and Air ConditioningMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 41 –CAUTION: During extreme cold weather, do notblow hot air onto

Heating and Air Conditioning Operating Instructions– 42 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)NOTE: A cold compressor can cause refrigerant toliquefy and wa

Operating Instructions AccessoriesMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 43 –ACCESSORIESRadioAs an option, your vehicle has either an AM/FM StereoReceiver o

Accessories Operating Instructions– 44 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Glove CompartmentA glove compartment is provided to store important docu-ments,

Operating Instructions SeatsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 45 –SEATSIntroductionThis section covers the operation and safe use of yourMedium Duty se

Seats Operating Instructions– 46 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Safety Restraint BeltsThe right and left seats are equipped with 3-point lap/shoul-de

Operating Instructions SeatsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 47 –3. Insert the belt tongue into the buckle on the inboard sideof the seat.4. Push down

IntroductionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 3 –Vehicle SafetyMake sure your Medium Duty is in top working conditionbefore heading out on the road—it

Seats Operating Instructions– 48 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• Be sure, also, that your belt is not too loose. A loose beltcould allow you to slid

Operating Instructions SeatsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 49 –WARNING! Do not wear the shoulder belt underyour arm or otherwise out of position. In

Seats Operating Instructions– 50 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• The belts must be kept clean or the retractors may notwork properly.• Never bleach

Operating Instructions SeatsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 51 –Tether Adjustment• Make sure that the tether belt is attached to the cab floorand sea

Seats Operating Instructions– 52 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)During PregnancyPregnant women should always wear combination lap/shoul-der belts. Th

Operating Instructions SeatsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 53 –If any seat belt is not working properly, see an AuthorizedService Center for repair

Steering Column and Mirrors Operating Instructions– 54 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)STEERING COLUMN AND MIRRORSIntroductionThis section covers the

Operating Instructions Steering Column and MirrorsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 55 –Emergency Flasher SwitchThe four-way Emergency Flasher switch i

Steering Column and Mirrors Operating Instructions– 56 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Adjustable Steering Column (option)Some vehicles are equipped w

Operating Instructions Steering Column and MirrorsMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 57 –Power Mirror (Option)Your Medium Duty may have motorized side m

Introduction– 4 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)A Special Word About RepairsThis is not a repair or workshop manual. Your PeterbiltDealer's Servi

Operating the Engine Operating Instructions– 58 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)OPERATING THE ENGINEIntroductionFor detailed information on starting a

Operating Instructions Operating the EngineMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 59 –Starting Procedure — Normal TemperatureUse the following procedure to

Operating the Engine Operating Instructions– 60 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)CAUTION: To help avoid overtaxing the startermotor or batteries, or ca

Operating Instructions Operating the EngineMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 61 –Starting Procedure — Cold WeatherIn addition to the previous “Normal S

Operating the Engine Operating Instructions– 62 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• Use a solution of half ethylene glycol antifreeze and halfwater for

Operating Instructions Operating the EngineMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 63 –After the engine starts and until operating conditions reach acertain

Operating the Engine Operating Instructions– 64 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Never idle your vehicle for prolongedperiods of time if you s

Operating Instructions Operating the EngineMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 65 –WARNING! Do not work on or near the fan withthe engine running. Anyone

Operating the Engine Operating Instructions– 66 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)3. Toggle the SET/RESUME switch lever to the SET posi-tion to set the

Operating Instructions Operating the TransmissionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 67 –OPERATING THE TRANSMISSIONIntroductionYour Medium Duty is equipp

IntroductionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 5 –Medium Duty Body Builders' Manual. Contains generalguidelines on mechanical and electrical modifi

Operating the Transmission Operating Instructions– 68 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)1. Put the transmission in Neutral.2. Release the clutch pedal a

Operating Instructions Operating the TransmissionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 69 –If you have a misaligned gear condition in your vehicle'str

Operating the Transmission Operating Instructions– 70 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)During Normal DrivingIf you want to shift directly into any gear

Operating Instructions Operating the TransmissionMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 71 –Release Bearing WearWhen you must idle your engine for any perio

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 72 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)USING THE BRAKE SYSTEMNOTE: Today’s diesel engines have significantt

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 73 –Brake OperationWARNING! Do not drive through water deepenough to wet

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 74 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Using the Parking BrakeThe yellow diamond-shaped knob on the dash co

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 75 –The parking brakes act on the rear wheels only. They arespring-appli

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 76 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! If the air pressure falls below 60 psi(414 kPa) the spring

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 77 –The parking brakes act on the rear wheels only. They arespring-appli

Introduction– 6 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Other SourcesAnother place to learn more about trucking is from local truckdriving schools. Contact on

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 78 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)WARNING! Do not use the trailer hand brake orservice brakes to park

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 79 –Front Brakes — TruckThe following applies to full truck configuratio

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 80 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Brakes — Tractor/TrailerThe following applies to tractor/trailer con

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 81 –To prevent drums from distortion while they cool down:• Park the veh

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 82 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Trailer ABS Warning LampTrucks, tractors, and trailers built on and

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 83 –• If a trailer ABS problem is detected, the lampwill remain on. The

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 84 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)To operate the trailer brake hand valve:• Pull down on the lever.• T

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 85 –On tractors that do not have anti-lock brake systems (ABS) abobtail

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 86 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• After the engine is started, warmed up, and you areready to get un

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 87 –Compressed Air Tanks: The wet (supply) and dry (service)tanks are lo

Operating Instructions Start–UpMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 7 –OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSTART–UPIntroductionThe following section covers start-up pro

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 88 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Parking Brake Valve: yellow diamond-shaped knob. It con-trols the a

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 89 –ders which actuate the brake pad mechanisms. Actuation ofthese mecha

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 90 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Brake Master Cylinder: translates brake pedal force intohydraulic fl

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 91 –Brake Warning LampWhen the brake warning lamp comes on, it indicates

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 92 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)• Pump the brakes - Pumping the brake pedal maygenerate enough hydra

Operating Instructions Using the Brake SystemMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 93 –Anti-Lock Braking SystemThis vehicle is equipped with an Anti-Lock B

Using the Brake System Operating Instructions– 94 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)Parking Brake BurnishingThis procedure is recommended for new vehicl

Operating Instructions Operating the Rear/Drive AxleMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 95 –OPERATING THE REAR/DRIVE AXLEIntroductionThis section covers

Operating the Rear/Drive Axle Operating Instructions– 96 – Y53-6008 Medium Duty (R10/06)In the LOCK position, an air operated clutch positively locks

Operating Instructions Operating the Rear/Drive AxleMedium Duty (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 97 –going down steep grades or traveling faster than 25 mph,or wh