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Driver’s Manual
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CASCADIA
Part Number STI 478
Publication Number STI-478-6

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freightliner cascadia Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandfreightliner
Modelcascadia
CategoryTrucks
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Foreword

Vehicle Identification

Component Information Label

Provides vehicle model, identification number, and major component models.

Component GWR Label

Located on the passenger-side B-pillar, providing maximum GWR ratings.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Labels

Labels certifying tractors conform to FMVSS regulations.

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Labels

Labels certifying tractors conform to CMVSS regulations.

Emissions Labels

Information on aftertreatment system indicators.

Vehicle Access

Cab Door Locks and Handles

Details on operating the ignition switch and door locks.

Grab Handles and Access Steps

Instructions for safely entering and exiting the vehicle's back-of-cab area.

Cab-to-Sleeper Access

Instructions for accessing the sleeper area.

Sleeper Door

Information on the sleeper door's function and operation.

Sleeper Luggage Door

Instructions for opening and closing the sleeper luggage door.

Back-of-Cab Access

Safety warnings and instructions for accessing the back of the cab.

Hood Opening and Closing

Procedures for tilting and returning the hood.

Electrical System

Electrical Power Distribution

Overview of components that provide battery power to electrical systems.

Emergency Power Supply

Details on the emergency power circuit for exterior lighting.

Progressive Low Voltage Disconnect

Explanation of the PLVD feature protecting batteries from excessive discharge.

Instruments

Instrumentation Control Units

Information on the ICU, gauges, and indicator lamps.

Warning and Indicator Lights

Description of common warning and indicator lamps and their colors.

Instruments

General information on standard and optional instruments.

Driver Message Center

Controls and screens for the driver message center.

Overhead Instrument Panel

Description of the optional overhead instrument panel.

Driver Controls

Ignition Switch and Key

Details on the ignition switch positions and key functions.

Lighting Controls

Instructions for operating various exterior and interior lights.

Horn Controls

Instructions for operating air and electric horns.

Powertrain Controls

Information on aftertreatment system regen switches and PTO governor.

Cruise Control

Operation and safety precautions for the cruise control system.

Dash-Mounted Brake Controls

Details on parking brake and trailer air supply valves.

Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls

Instructions for operating windshield wipers and washers.

Suspension/Trailer Connection Controls

Information on air suspension dump control and ECAS.

Climate Controls

Instructions for cab and sleeper climate control systems.

Seat Controls

General information on seat adjustments and specific models.

Adjustable Steering Column Controls

Procedure for adjusting the steering column tilt and telescope.

Driver Assistance Features

VORAD VS-400 System

Overview of the radar system, its alerts, and driver interface.

OnGuard™ Collision Safety System

Details on the forward-looking radar system for collision warnings.

Lane Departure Warning Controls

Information on the system that warns of lane departures.

Roll Stability System

Explanation of roll stability advisor and control systems.

Enhanced Stability Control

Description of ESC's capability for directional stability.

Seats and Restraints

Seats, General Information

General description of seat adjustments available.

Cascadia 2.0 High-Back Seat

Details on the adjustment controls for the Cascadia 2.0 seat.

Cascadia High-Back Seat

Seat adjustment controls specific to the Cascadia High-Back seat.

Sears Atlas Seat

Seat adjustment controls for the Sears Atlas seat.

Seat Belts and Tether Belts

Information on seat belt usage, inspection, and operation.

Steering Wheel Air Bag

Details on the operation, inspection, and service of the steering wheel air bag.

RollTek Rollover Protection System

Information on the RollTek system for rollover protection.

Climate Control

Cab Climate Control Panel

Details on the fan switch, recirculation, and mode controls.

Sleeper Climate Control Panel

Information on sleeper fan switch and temperature controls.

ParkSmart™ HVAC System

Explanation of the ParkSmart system for maintaining sleeper temperature.

Accessory Heaters

Operating instructions for Espar and Webasto heaters.

Cab Features

Windows

Information on power window operation and safety precautions.

Mirrors

Details on standard and power mirror adjustments and heating.

Cab Amenities

Overview of optional cab features like cup holders and power outlets.

Sleeper Amenities

Information on optional sleeper features like baggage doors and access doors.

Engine Starting, Operation, and Shutdown

Engine Starting

Step-by-step procedure for starting the engine safely.

Engine Operation

Safety and environmental considerations for engine operation.

Engine Shutdown

Procedure for properly shutting down the engine.

Optional Engine Systems

Engine Protection—Warning and Shutdown

Explanation of engine warning lamps and shutdown procedures.

Engine Idle Limiting

Information on idle shutdown timers and California idle limiting.

Power Takeoff (PTO) Governor

Guidelines for operating PTOs and warnings about non-approved installations.

Optimized Idle®

Details on Optimized Idle modes, operation, and limitations.

Emissions and Fuel Efficient Components

Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Consumption Standards

Overview of EPA/NHTSA regulations and GHG14 requirements.

EPA-Regulated Emissions Aftertreatment Systems

Information on EPA07 and EPA10 aftertreatment systems.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Tank, EPA10 and Newer Engines

Details on DEF usage, tank, and freezing conditions.

Brake Systems

Air Brake System

General information, components, and operation of the air brake system.

Meritor WABCO® Antilock Braking System

Explanation of the ABS system, its operation, and importance of tire size.

Engine Brake

Operating principles, safety warnings, and usage recommendations for the engine brake.

Manual Transmissions and Hydraulic Clutch

Eaton Fuller 13-Speed and 18-Speed Splitter and Range-Shift Transmissions

General information and shift patterns for Eaton Fuller transmissions.

Eaton Fuller 10-Speed Range-Shift Transmissions

General information and operation for 10-speed range-shift transmissions.

Clutch

General information, operation, maintenance, and clutch abuse protection.

Automated Transmissions

Detroit™ Automated Transmissions

Overview of Detroit transmissions, multifunction control, and modes.

Freightliner SmartShift Shift Control

General information on the SmartShift transmission control device.

Eaton Fuller UltraShift

General information and operation of the UltraShift DM transmission.

Eaton Fuller AutoShift Automated Transmissions

Information on AutoShift transmissions, including operation and modes.

Eaton Fuller UltraShift PLUS

Details on UltraShift PLUS automated transmissions, modes, and clutch protection.

Drive Axles

Differential Locks

Information on tandem drive axles, interaxle differential lock, and DCDL.

Two-Speed Drive Axles

Explanation of axle shift operation and the axle shift switch.

Steering System

Power Steering System General Information

Basic information on steering wheel position and safety precautions.

Power Steering Systems

Details on steering gear system, rack and pinion systems, and operation.

Fifth Wheels

Fifth Wheels, General Information

General warnings and information on air-suspension dump valve.

Fifth Wheel Coupling

Instructions for coupling Fontaine, Holland, and Jost fifth wheels.

Fifth Wheel Uncoupling

Procedures for manually and air-actuated uncoupling fifth wheels.

Fifth Wheel Slide

Information on manual and air slide operation for fifth wheels.

Trailer Couplings

Air-Suspension Dump Valve

How the air-suspension height switch aids trailer connection/disconnection.

Holland Trailer Coupling

General information and operation for Holland PH-T-60-AL trailer coupling.

Pre- and Post-Trip Checklists

Periodic Inspections and Maintenance, General Information

Driver's responsibility for vehicle inspection and road-worthiness.

Checklists

Daily, weekly, and monthly inspection checklists.

Fluids Added

Table to note fluids added during inspection and maintenance.

Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections and Maintenance

Daily Pretrip Inspection and Maintenance

Procedures for ensuring vehicle components are in good working condition.

Suspension and Slack Adjuster Inspection

Visual inspection of suspension components and slack adjusters.

Wheel and Tire Inspection

Inspection of wheels, tires, and related components.

Cab Appearance

Cab Washing and Polishing

Instructions for washing and polishing the vehicle's finish.

Care of Fiberglass Parts

Guidelines for washing and waxing unpainted fiberglass parts.

Care of Chrome Parts

Procedures for cleaning and protecting chrome parts.

Care of Exterior Lights

Instructions for cleaning headlight lenses.

Dashboard Care

Cleaning instructions for dashboard, panel, and gauge covers.

Vinyl Upholstery Cleaning

Recommended cleaning procedures for vinyl upholstery.

Velour Upholstery Cleaning

Spot cleaning and general care for velour upholstery.

Headlight Aiming

Preliminary Checks

Checks to perform before adjusting headlight aim.

Checking Headlight Aim

Procedure for checking low-beam headlight vertical adjustment.

Adjusting Headlight Aim

Instructions for adjusting headlight assembly screws.

In an Emergency

Hazard Warning Lights

How to activate hazard warning lights.

Fire Extinguisher

Location of the fire extinguisher.

Emergency Kit, Optional

Contents of the optional emergency kit.

Emergency Filter Replacement, Davco

Procedure for replacing the Davco fuel/water separator filter.

Emergency Starting With Jumper Cables

Instructions for safely starting a vehicle with jumper cables.

Towing

Instructions for towing the vehicle to prevent damage.

Fire in the Cab

Procedure for handling a fire in the cab.

Natural Gas Vehicles

Natural Gas Vehicles, General Information

Information on CNG and LNG fuel systems.

Natural Gas Vehicles, Safety Precautions

Critical safety precautions for operating natural gas vehicles.

Natural Gas Fuel Tank Filling Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for fueling CNG vehicles.

Natural Gas Detection System

Details on the gas detection system, sensors, and alarm procedures.

Natural Gas Engine Starting

Procedure for starting a natural gas engine.

Major Repairs and Replacement of Natural Gas Components

Information on repairs and replacement of natural gas components.

Specifications

Fuses and Relays

Lists of fuses and relays for SAM Cab and SAM Chassis.

Replacement Bulbs

Table of lamp assemblies and their corresponding replacement bulbs.

Fluids and Lubricants

Approved fluids and lubricants for engine, fuel, and axles.

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