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12-20 Simple inspection and service

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FE_FG.book Page 20 Tuesday, February 8, 2011 4:00 PM

Table of Contents

Reading the Handbook5
Table of Contents6
Recommendation to Drivers8
Chassis and Engine Numbers9
Recommendation to Drivers9
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)10
- First Maintenance at 4,000 Km (2,500 Miles)11
- Maintenance11
- DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)15
- Handling of the New Vehicle20
- Maximum Engine Speed During Run-In Period20
- Obtaining Service21
- Reporting Safety Defects21
- Contact MFTA22
- Contact Your Nearest Authorized Dealer22
Warning Labels24
- Around the Driver’s Seat26
- Labels Inside the Cab26
- On Driver’s Door and Door Pillar27
- Exterior Labels28
- On Frame and Exterior Equipment28
- On Cab Outside and Engine29
- Opening and Closing30
- Starter Key31
Opening and Closing31
- Engine Immobilizer (Theft Prevention Device)32
- Doors35
- From the Outside36
- Central Door Locks37
- From the Inside37
- Keyless Entry System38
  - How to Operate the Remote Control Switch39
  - Replacing the Remote Control Switch Battery40
- Entering and Leaving the Vehicle42
- Rear Doors: Crew-Cab Models43
- Door Window Glass44
- Power Window Switches44
- Window Regulator Handle45
Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustments46
- Correct Driving Position47
- Driver’s Seat47
- Assistant Driver’s Seat48
- Making Adjustments48
- Rear Seat-Crew-Cab Model49
- Seat Belts50
- Fastening51
- Lap and Shoulder Belts with ELR51
- Unfastening51
- Lap Belt52
- Seat Belt Anchor52
- Children and Babies53
- Pregnant Women53
- Seat Belt Care53
- Steering Wheel54
- Switches and Controls56
- Arrangement of Switches and Controls57
  - Starter Switch Position58
  - Starter Key Reminder Alarm59
- Starting the Engine60
  - Pre-Starting Steps61
  - Starting Procedure62
  - Starting the Engine When Vehicle Has Been Parked over63
  - Starting the Engine with the Cab Tilted64
- Warming up the Engine65
- Stopping the Engine67
  - Accelerator Pedal69
  - Brake Pedal69
  - Parking Brake Alarm70
  - Using the Parking Brake Lever70
  - Arrangement of Switches71
- Combination Switch71
  - Lighting Switch71
  - Exhaust Brake (Option)72
  - Passing Signal/Dimmer Switch72
  - Turn Signal Lamp Switch72
  - Activation and Deactivation of Exhaust Brake73
  - Wiper and Washer Switch73
  - Before You Can Safely and Properly Operate Your Vehicle75
  - Creep75
- Duonic Tm75
  - Brake Pedal Operation76
  - Parking76
  - Selecting the “R” (Reverse) Position76
  - Driving on a Slippery Road77
  - Starting on Uphill Roads77
  - Controls and Indicators78
  - Gearshift Positions79
  - How to Operate the Gearshift Lever79
  - A/M: Automatic/Manual Shift Mode80
  - Driving Tips81
  - ECO Mode Switch81
  - Automatic Shift Mode82
  - Starting82
  - Manual Shift Mode83
  - Driving85
  - Reversing85
  - Driving in Automatic Shift Mode86
  - Driving in Manual Shift Mode86
  - Moving out of Mud, Snow or Sand87
  - Short Stop88
  - If a Transmission System Warning Is Displayed89
  - Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running89
  - T/M Sys Warning (Red)89
  - Actions to Take after Stopping the Vehicle90
  - T/M Oil Warning90
  - T/M Sys Warning (Amber)90
- Cruise Control91
  - Controls and Indicator92
  - To Set a Desired Speed93
  - To Increase the Set Speed in Cruise Control Mode94
  - Automatic Deactivation of the Cruise Control95
  - To Accelerate Temporarily in Cruise Control Mode95
  - To Decrease the Set Speed in Cruise Control Mode95
  - To Reactivate the Temporarily Deactivated Cruise Control96
- Hazard Warning Lamp Switch97
- To Deactivate the Cruise Control97
- Front Fog Lamp Switch98
- Rearview Mirrors98
- Van Body Dome Light Switch98
- Mirror Heater Switch99
- Horn Switch100
- Transmission PTO100
  - Control and Indicators101
  - Indicators Displayed on Multi-Information Display101
  - PTO Switch101
  - Disengagement102
- Bluetec ® System103
  - Regeneration Controlling DPF System105
  - PM Indicator and Warning/Indicator Lamp106
  - Automatic DPF Regeneration108
  - Fast Flashing (0.25-Second Interval)110
  - Parked DPF Regeneration110
  - Slow Flashing (0.5-Second Interval)110
  - How to Perform the Parked DPF Regeneration111
  - Bluetec Exhaust Gas After-Treatment113
  - Excessively Low DEF Quantity114
  - Degraded DEF Quality115
  - Empty DEF115
  - Further Reduced DEF Level115
  - Faulty Bluetec Exhaust Gas After-Treatment117
  - DEF Dosing System118
  - Muffler118
  - Precautions for Inspection and Maintenance118
  - Instruments and Warning Lamps120
- Arrangement of Instruments and Warning Lamps121
- Speedometer121
- Tachometer121
- Water Temperature Gauge122
- Fuel Gauge123
- Quantity of Fuel Remaining in Tank123
- DEF Level Indicator124
  - If the Tank Is Short of DEF124
  - Outline of Multi-Information System126
  - Display Mode Selection and Settings127
  - Odometer/Trip Meter127
  - Display Mode128
  - Calendar and Clock129
  - Date and Time Adjustment129
  - Selections and Settings in Outside Air Temperature Mode131
  - DPF Monitor132
  - Adjusting the Correction Coefficient for Fuel Mileage Data133
  - Fuel Mileage Information133
  - How to Reset the Mileage and Speed Data133
  - How to Switch the Display133
  - Maintenance Information135
  - Selection of Maintenance Information Screens135
  - How to Set Replacement Intervals136
  - Maintenance Alarm Indication137
  - Illumination Intensity (Brightness Adjustment)138
  - Resetting of Maintenance Information138
  - Categories of Warnings and Indicators140
  - If There Are Multiple Warnings140
  - Indication Colors140
- Warning/Indicator Telltale140
  - Red and Amber Indications141
  - Black Indications142
  - Engine System Warning143
  - Transmission Control Warning143
  - Transmission Oil Temperature Warning143
  - SAM Warning144
  - Engine Oil Level Warning145
  - Meter Cluster Warning145
- Warning/Indicator Lamps146
  - Vacuum Pressure Warning Lamp150
  - Brake Warning Lamp151
  - Charge Warning Lamp151
  - Engine Control Warning Lamp152
  - Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp152
  - ABS Warning Lamp153
  - Engine Overheating Warning Lamp153
  - Engine Immobilizer Warning Lamp154
  - When the Engine Can be Started154
  - When the Engine Cannot be Started154
  - Starting and Driving156
- Precautions When Setting the Vehicle in Motion157
Starting and Driving157
- Precautions for Driving158
- Tips for Improving Fuel Economy162
- Braking163
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)164
- On Uphill and Downhill Roads167
- On Rough Roads and in Bad Weather168
- Parking170
- Standard on FG172
- Vehicles with Limited Slip Differential172
- Loading Cargo174
- Do Not Overloading the Vehicle174
- How to Load Cargo175
8. 4WD Operation <FG Models176
- Control and Indicator Lamps for 4WD Operation177
- Front Drive Switch178
- Location of Control and Indicator Lamps178
- 2WD To/From 4WD179
- Selecting Drive Mode-Transfer Gear Range Combinations179
- Switching the Mode-Range Combination179
- Free-Wheeling Hub180
- Advice on Use of the 4WD Mode181
- Climbing Steep Hills181
- Driving on Sandy or Muddy Ground181
- Driving on Snow-Covered or Frozen Roads181
- Crossing a River182
- Descending Steep Hills182
- After Off-Road Driving, be Sure to Check the Following Points183
- If You Have Driven in Water by Necessity183
- Precautions to be Taken When Selecting the 4WD Mode183
- Heating and Air Conditioning184
- Front Air Outlets185
Adjusting the Airflow Direction185
Heating and Air Conditioning185
- Rear Air Outlets186
- Manual Air Conditioner187
- Fully Automatic Air Conditioner193
- Outside Air Inlets198
- Rear Heater198
- Interior Equipment and Accessories200
- Cigarette Lighter201
Interior Equipment and Accessories201
- Driver’s Door Ashtray and Assistant Drivers Door Ashtray202
- Coat Hooks203
- Rear Ashtray in Crew-Cab Model203
- Sun Visors203
- Vehicles Other than Crew-Cab Models203
- Interior Lamp204
  - Interior Lamp with Built-In Spot Lamps (Option)205
  - Rear Interior Lamp-Crew-Cab Models205
- Step Lamp205
- Small Article Compartments206
- Before Using the AM/FM Radio and CD Player210
- Using the Radio210
- Accessories233
11. in Cold Weather234
- Coolant235
- Engine Oil235
- Fuels235
- Other Recommendations for Cold Weather Operation236
- When Parking the Vehicle after Replenishing the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)236
- Installing Tire Chains237
  - Vehicles Other than FG Models237
  - Simple Inspection and Service240
- General Precautions for Servicing the Vehicle241
Simple Inspection and Service241
- Engine Access Opening243
- To Reach the Access Opening243
  - Power Steering Fluid and Engine Coolant Level Inspection Opening244
  - Preparation245
- Tilting the Cab245
  - Lowering the Cab247
  - Checking Locking of the Cab249
  - Before Starting the Engine250
- Pre-Operational Checks250
  - In the Driver’s Seat251
  - While Walking Around the Vehicle255
- Lubrication257
- While Driving at Slow Speeds257
- Greasing258
  - Door Hinge261
  - Recommended Lubricant: Chassis Grease261
  - Recommended Lubricant: Wheel Bearing Grease261
  - Anchor Hooks (Two Places)262
  - Engine Oil262
- Oils and Fluids262
  - Adding Oil264
  - Replacement265
  - Resetting the Engine Control Unit266
  - Check, Addition, and Replacement267
  - Clutch Control Fluid267
  - Transmission Gear Oil267
  - Check268
  - Transfer Gear Oil (FG)270
  - Axle Housing Gear Oil272
  - Brake Fluid274
  - Adding Fluid276
  - Power Steering Fluid277
- Filter Elements278
  - Oil Filter Replacement278
  - Fuel Filter Replacement281
  - Air Cleaner Element Cleaning and Replacement284
  - Checking the Air Cleaner Element Condition with Dust Indicator285
  - Resetting the Dust Indicator285
  - Removal286
  - Inspection and Cleaning287
  - Installation287
- Draining Water from Fuel Filter289
- Engine Coolant - Check and Replacement290
  - Recommended Coolant290
  - Using Coolant Additive291
  - Water Used with Coolant291
  - Fuso Diesel Longlife Coolant Concentration (in Volume Percentage)293
  - Adding Coolant During Pre-Operation Checks295
  - Adding Coolant Following an Engine Overheat295
  - Cleaning the Intercooler and Radiator Core299
- V-Belts - Check and Adjustment299
- Steering Wheel - Check301
- Service Brakes - Check302
  - Steering Wheel Looseness302
  - Brake Pedal Play303
  - Brake Pedal Stroke303
  - Braking Performance303
- Parking Brake - Check and Adjustment304
  - Parking Brake Lever Stroke Check304
  - Inflation Pressure Check305
  - Standard Inflation Pressure305
- Tires - Check305
  - Checking for Cracks, Damage, and Objects Embedded in Tread307
  - Checking Tread Depth307
  - Preparation for Tire Replacement308
  - Front Axle Jacking Points309
  - Rear Axle Jacking Point309
  - Removing the Wheel309
  - How to Remove a Wheel310
  - Mounting the Tire311
- Wheel Nuts - Check and Retightening315
  - Dual Wheels316
  - Single Tire316
- Tire Rotation317
- Replacing Blade Rubber Only319
- Wiper Blade - Replacement319
- Windshield Washer - Fluid Level Check and Refilling320
- Battery - Check321
  - Removal and Installation of Battery Cover321
  - Inspecting the Battery322
  - Cleaning the Terminals323
  - Battery Removal and Installation324
- Air Filters - Cleaning325
- Outside Air Filter325
- Cleaning Your Vehicle326
  - Dashboard Air Filter326
  - Cleaning Glass Surfaces327
  - Exterior Cleaning327
  - Washing327
  - Dirt Caked on Paintwork330
  - Rust and Corrosion330
  - Small Chips and Scratches330
  - Waxing330
  - Cleaning Interior Trim331
  - General Dirt331
  - Grease and Oil331
  - Cleaning Seat Belts332
  - Cleaning Vinyl Surfaces332
  - Organic Contaminants332
  - Other Contaminants332
- Intercooler - Cleaning333
- Removing Floor Mat for Cleaning333
13. Useful Advice for Emergencies334
- Possible Failures, Causes and Remedies335
- Marking Your Vehicle340
- Stopping Your Vehicle in an Emergency340
- If the Engine Overheats341
- Repair341
- When a Fuse Has Blown343
- When a Lamp Has Burned out351
- If a Tire Goes Flat While the Vehicle Is in Motion361
- When Braking Is Sluggish361
- When the Battery Has Run down362
  - Connection363
  - Disconnection363
- If Fuel Tank Becomes Empty (Bleeding the Fuel System)364
- If the DEF Tank Becomes Empty364
- Towing365
- When the Vehicle Becomes Stuck in Soft Ground366
14. Service Data370
- Quantities of Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids371
- Recommended Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids372
- Service Data373
15. Maintenance Schedule374
- Engine375
- Maintenance Schedule375
- Front and Rear Axle377
- Power Train377
- Braking System378
- Steering System378
- Suspension System378
- Cab379
- Electrical System379
- Lubrication Schedule380
16. Alphabetical Index382
17. Maintenance Record386

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