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Paccar Kenworth T800 2012 User Manual

Paccar Kenworth T800 2012
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Kenworth Heavy Duty
Body Builder Manual
2012
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Paccar Kenworth T800 2012 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPaccar
ModelKenworth T800 2012
CategoryTrucks
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Introduction

Section 2 Safety & Compliance

SAFETY SIGNALS

Explains the use of warning symbols and signal words for safety alerts in the manual.

FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS COMPLIANCE

Details compliance with US/Canadian safety standards for incomplete vehicles.

Fuel System

Highlights common and critical aspects of the fuel system, including routing and access.

Electrical System

Highlights common and critical aspects of the electrical system, including harnesses and sensors.

Section 3 Dimensions

TURNING RADIUS

Lists approximate turning radius specifications for different models and wheelbases.

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Includes drawings and charts of Class 8 models with critical measurements for body design.

RIDE HEIGHTS

Provides front and rear suspension ride heights to determine overall chassis height.

REAR SUSPENSION LAYOUTS

Offers rear suspension layouts to aid in body layout prior to arrival.

Section 4 Exhaust & Aftertreatment

EXHAUST AND AFTER-TREATMENT INFORMATION

Provides information on exhaust and after-treatment systems on Kenworth chassis.

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR DEF SYSTEM

Outlines critical guidelines for the installation and relocation of DEF tanks.

MEASUREMENT REFERENCE POINTS

Details measurement points for DEF supply and dosing modules for relocation procedures.

Section 5 Frame Layouts

FRAME LAYOUTS

Aids in chassis layout and determining component combinations for under-cab area.

Sleeper Chassis Layout Options

Presents frame layout options for sleeper chassis configurations with various components.

D1A—Use with the following models: T800SH

Provides frame layout dimensions for T800SH chassis with specific fuel and DEF tank configurations.

Section 6 Body Mounting

FRAME INFORMATION

Provides specifications for single and inserted steel frame rails based on RBM requirements.

CRITICAL CLEARANCES

Details critical clearances required between rear wheels, cab, and mounted body.

MOUNTING HOLES

Specifies general spacing and location guidelines for drilling mounting holes in frame rails.

BODY MOUNTING USING U–BOLTS

Explains the use of spacers and proper tightening procedures for U-bolt mounting.

Section 7 Frame Modifications

FRAME MODIFICATIONS

Discusses necessary frame modifications for wheelbase adjustments and extensive installations.

DRILLING RAILS

Provides warnings and cautions regarding drilling frame rails and hole patterns.

MODIFYING FRAME LENGTH

Details methods for shortening or lengthening frame cutoffs using torches or extenders.

Changing Wheelbase

Offers guidelines for reducing or lengthening chassis wheelbase and driveline considerations.

WELDING

Discusses frame welding recommendations, precautions, and temporary repair procedures.

Section 8 Electrical

ELECTRICAL

Covers topics on multiplex instrumentation, access, wiring, and components.

MULTIPLEX INSTRUMENTATION

Explains Kenworth's multiplex instrumentation using SAE J1939 data bus for improved reliability.

INTERIOR IDENTIFICATION

Helps identify chassis with new interiors and multiplex wiring by visual cues.

Sensors

Shows the location of sensors on the firewall junction block for easy identification.

ACCESSING GAUGES AND SWITCHES

Provides step-by-step instructions on removing dash panels, gauges, and switches.

TELLTALE SYMBOLS

Details how to customize dash telltale symbols using editable cards and their wiring.

SPARE RELAYS BODY BUILDER INSTALLED

Explains the use and connection of spare relays for loads exceeding 20 amps.

REMOTE PTO/THROTTLE HARNESS

Provides information on the remote PTO/throttle harness connection and pin outs.

TRAILER CABLE CONNECTIONS

Details different trailer connection options, including SAE J560 and ISO 3731 connectors.

Section 9 Routing

ROUTING REQUIREMENTS

Details general requirements for wiring, wires in bundles, and exceptions for routing.

Routing of Wires and Hoses near Moving Components

Provides clearance guidelines for routing wires and hoses near moving chassis components.

Routing of Wires and Hoses near Exhaust System

Specifies clearance requirements for wires and hoses near the exhaust system components.

Appendix A Vehicle Identification

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

Explains the 17-character VIN structure and its components.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION LABELS

Lists various vehicle identification labels and their locations on the vehicle.

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Details identification labels for engine, transmission, and axle components.

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