pump, causing sudden loss of engine power, possi-
bly resulting in serious personal injury due to re-
duced vehicle control.
18.
Check the fuel level in the tank(s) and be sure the
fuel cap vent area is clean. Check the fuel/water
separator, if equipped, for leaks, and if needed,
prime the fuel tank system.
WARNING
Never fill fuel tanks to more than 95 percent of their
liquid capacity. This could make them more likely to
rupture from impact, possibly causing fire and re-
sulting in serious personal injury or death by burn-
ing.
IMPORTANT: Use only low-sulfur diesel fuels.
Low-sulfur diesel fuels have a maximum 0.05
percent sulfur content compared to a 0.26 to
0.30 percent sulfur content. Failure to use low-
sulfur diesel fuels may void the warranty on
emission components.
18.1 To keep condensation to a minimum, fill the
fuel tanks at the end of each day, but not to
more than 95 percent of liquid capacity. Se-
lect the proper grade of fuel as specified by
the engine manufacturer.
WARNING
Do not mix gasoline or alcohol with diesel fuel. This
mixture could cause an explosion. When filling fuel
tanks, do not smoke or use an open flame near the
fuel tanks. Combustion of diesel fuel oil or fuel va-
pors could result, possibly causing personal injury
or property damage.
18.2 Always strain or filter fuel before filling it into
the tanks. This will lengthen the life of the
engine fuel filter and reduce the chances of
dirt entering the engine.
18.3 Before installing the fuel cap, check the vent
line for debris. Clean the area around the
fuel tank cap with a rag, or if necessary,
clean the cap with solvent.
CAUTION
Don’t crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at
a time during any of the following procedures. Wait
two minutes after each try to allow the starter to
cool. Failure to do so could cause starter damage.
IMPORTANT: Before doing any of the following
procedures, make sure there is an adequate
amount of fuel in the tank(s). Do not fill the
Pretrip Inspection and Daily Maintenance
9.9
To Next Page
Loading...
