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Allison Transmission T 280

Allison Transmission T 280
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OM8491EN
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
3000 and 4000 Series
Allison 5th and 6th Generation Controls

Table of Contents

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Allison Transmission T 280 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of speeds6
TypeAutomatic
CompatibilityDiesel
InputsThrottle position
OutputsShift Control
Communication ProtocolCAN bus
Operating Voltage12V or 24V

Summary

Important Safety Information

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Explains the meaning of warning, caution, and note symbols used in the manual.

List of Warnings

3.0 Driving Tips

3.2 Starting the Engine

Provides instructions and safety warnings for starting the engine.

4.0 Selecting Range and Shift Schedules

4.1 Selecting Range

Covers methods for selecting transmission ranges using various selectors.

Shift Selector Types and Operation

How to use keypad, bump-shift, and strip selectors for range selection.

Upshifting and Downshifting Control

Covers upshifting, downshifting, preselect schedules, and engine brake integration.

Shift Schedule Types and Features

Describes various shift schedules like performance, economy, DSS, ARM, and FuelSense.

4.3 Using the Hydraulic Retarder

Explains the function and operation of the hydraulic retarder.

5.0 Care and Maintenance

5.4 Recommended Automatic Transmission Fluids

Lists approved transmission fluids and selection considerations.

5.8 Periodic Fluid Level Checks

Covers methods for checking transmission fluid levels.

Dipstick Fluid Level Checks

Instructions for checking fluid level using the dipstick, including COLD/HOT checks.

Electronic Fluid Level Checks

How to check fluid level using selectors and OLS.

5.9 Prognostics Features

Explains the prognostic features for fluid and filter monitoring.

Prognostics Setup and Operation

Covers prerequisites, availability, setup, and normal operation indications.

Fluid and Filter Monitoring Features

Details OM, FM, and TM functions, notifications, and resets.

Fluid and Filter Change Intervals

Recommended intervals for fluid and filter changes based on conditions.

6.0 Diagnostics

6.2.1 Check Trans Light

Explains the function and behavior of the CHECK TRANS indicator light.

DTC List and Descriptions

A comprehensive list of DTCs, their descriptions, and inhibited operations.

7.0 Shift Selectors Components and Functions

8.0 Customizing Controls and TCM Programming

9.0 External Wire Harnesses, Vehicle Interface Module, and Retarder Controls

10.0 Transmission Components

12.0 Customer Service

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