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Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002 User Manual

Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002
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ACTROS Operating Instructions

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Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelACTROS 2002
CategoryTrucks
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Symbols

Explains the meaning and usage of symbols in the operating instructions.

Protection of the environment

Provides guidelines for environmentally compatible vehicle operation and maintenance.

Operating safety

Covers essential safety precautions, original parts, and correct usage of the vehicle.

At a glance

Cockpit

Provides an overview of all controls accessible from the driver's seat.

Instrument panel

Details the layout and functions of the vehicle's instrument panel.

Driver's door

Explains the functions and controls located on the driver's door.

Getting started

Opening

Covers the procedures for unlocking and opening the vehicle doors.

Preparing for a journey

Outlines essential checks and procedures before starting a journey.

Adjusting

Provides instructions on adjusting the driver's seat, steering wheel, and mirrors.

Driving

Provides instructions on starting the engine, driving, and basic vehicle operation.

Parking and closing

Details the procedures for safely parking and closing the vehicle.

Safety

Occupant safety

Describes the vehicle's restraint systems, including seat belts, belt tensioners, and airbags.

Driving safety systems

Explains the various driving safety systems like ABS, ASR, and stability control.

Controls in detail

Opening and closing

Provides detailed information on vehicle locking, unlocking, and central locking systems.

Seats and berths

Covers the adjustment, folding, and securing of seats and berths.

Starting and stopping the engine

Explains the operation of the immobiliser and emergency-off switches.

Brakes

Details the parking brake, hillholder, and brake system checks.

Lighting

Covers the operation of the light switch, headlamps, and foglamps.

Instrument panel

Explains the functions of the speedometer, rev counter, fuel gauge, and other indicators.

Driver information system

Details how to navigate and utilize the menus and displays of the driver information system.

Gearshift

Explains the different gearshift modes, selection methods, and indicators.

Driving

Provides instructions on driving, including tachograph, transfer case, and differential locks.

Driving systems

Explains various driving systems like cruise control, limiter, and Telligent® distance control.

Climate control

Covers the operation of heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems for cab comfort.

Open-air

Details the operation of side windows, sunroof, and roof hatch.

Features

Describes various interior and exterior features and their operation.

Operation

Driving tips

Offers advice for efficient and safe driving, including load distribution and handling.

Refuelling

Provides instructions and safety notes for refueling the vehicle.

Trailer/semitrailer

Covers coupling, towing, and monitoring procedures for trailers and semitrailers.

Tyres and wheels

Covers checking tyre condition, pressure, age, and changing wheels.

Winter operation

Details preparations and driving advice for winter conditions, including snow chains.

Care

Outlines procedures for cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's exterior and interior.

Maintenance

Explains the Telligent® maintenance system and scheduled service work.

Practical advice

Where will I find...?

Locates vehicle tool kit and emergency equipment for quick access.

Troubleshooting

Addresses common problems and their suggested solutions for various vehicle systems.

Cab

Covers procedures related to the cab, including tilting and maintenance.

Engine

Provides information on engine emergency running mode and poly-V-belt checks.

Fuel system

Explains procedures for bleeding the fuel system and fuel prefilter water drainage.

Transmission

Details manual gear selection, teach-in procedures, and emergency gearshift.

Brake system

Covers releasing and restoring the spring-loaded parking brake and its arrangement.

Compressed-air system

Explains charging the compressed-air system via different connections.

Pneumatic suspension

Details charging the pneumatic suspension from an external source.

Trailing axle

Explains the operation of pneumatic and hydraulic trailing axles.

Steering system/Telligent® steering system

Discusses maintenance and potential issues with the steering system.

Wheels and tyres

Covers spare wheel location, changing wheels, and tyre pressure.

Electrical system

Covers replacing bulbs, fuses, and circuit breakers.

Unlocking and locking in an emergency

Explains how to unlock/lock the vehicle using the radio remote control or key in emergencies.

Jump-starting, tow-starting/towing

Details procedures for jump-starting, tow-starting, and towing the vehicle.

Technical data

Vehicle type plates

Explains how to interpret vehicle identification and type plates.

Service products and capacities

Lists recommended service products, fluids, and their capacities.

Operating data

Provides key operating data like engine speeds, temperatures, and pressures.

Tyre pressure table

Offers a comprehensive table for tyre pressures based on axle loads.

Compressed-air reservoir

Details information and specifications for compressed-air reservoirs.

Technical terms

ABS (anti-lock braking system)

Defines the anti-lock braking system and its function.

ASR (acceleration skid control)

Explains the function of acceleration skid control in preventing wheel spin.

Cruise control

Explains the function of the cruise control system for maintaining speed.

EAB (electronic trailer brake)

Explains the electronic trailer brake system.

Telligent®

Defines Telligent® systems as networked electronic systems controlling engine, transmission, and brakes.

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