VEHICLE OPERATION
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8. VEHICLE OPERATION
Pre-Start Checks & Adjustments
A daily routine inspection of the vehicle should reveal any
required repairs or adjustments. These need to be reported to the
control center to maintain the best operating condition of the vehi-
cle. When it is ready for service perform the following steps upon
entry.
• Activate the PLC system by turning the Master Run switch to
the DAY-RUN or NIGHT-RUN position.
• Adjust the driver’s seat for individual comfort.
• Adjust the tilt/telescopic steering column to suit.
• Adjust all mirrors for unobstructed views.
• Check that the Door Master switch is in the ON position.
• Check horn operation.
Transmission Operation
Selection of the automatic transmission operating ranges is by the
shift selector module on the instrument panel. There are three
operating range selection buttons for reverse, neutral and drive
[labeled R, N, D]. The two upshift and downshift arrow buttons
allow control of the forward gears. The red LED display will show
reverse and neutral selections as R and N and drive will show as
the highest forward gear. Operate the transmission using the fol-
lowing procedure:
1. Before starting the engine
a. Check that the transmission is in neutral.
b. Check that the park brake is on.
c. Apply the brake treadle.
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