Peterbilt 330 - User Manual

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MODEL 330

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Table of Contents

Default Chapter3
- Table of Contents3
Introduction9
- How to Use this Manual9
- Safety Signals9
- Vehicle Safety11
- How to Find What You Want11
- A Special Word about Repairs12
- Shop Manuals12
- Preventive Maintenance Section13
- Additional Sources of Information13
Operating Instructions15
- Start-Up15
- Introduction15
- Door Lock and Keys15
- Cab and Frame Access15
- Hood Hold Downs and Tilt17
- Hood Safety Cable18
- Safe Vehicle Operation18
- Vehicle Loading19
- Emergency Equipment20
- Driver's Check List20
- Model21
- Table 1 Index of Gauges25
- Self Test27
- Speedometer and Odometer28
- Tachometer29
- Coolant (Water) Temperature Gauge30
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge32
- Dual Air Pressure Gauge (Air Reservoir)33
- Fuel Gauge35
- Voltmeter (Option)36
- Transmission Temperature Gauge (Option)36
- Air Filter Restriction Indicator (Option)37
- Headlight Switch37
- Daytime Running Lights (Option)38
- Panel Lights38
- ID and Clearance Lights38
- Windshield Wipers/Washer39
- Ignition Key Switch40
- Parking Brake41
- Cruise Control Switch44
- Hand Throttle Control44
Instruments and Controls27
Heating and Air Conditioning45
- Introduction45
- Controls46
- Heating47
- Defogging47
- Cooling47
Accessories49
- Radio49
- Cigarette Lighter49
- Ashtray49
- Air Operated Horn (Option)49
- Glove Compartment50
- Dome Light50
Seats51
- Introduction51
- Seat Adjustment51
- Safety Restraint Belts52
- Tether Belts56
- Komfort-Lok® Latch57
- During Pregnancy58
- Passengers58
- Belt Damage and Repair58
Steering Column and Mirrors59
- Introduction59
- Turn Signal/High Beam Switch59
- Emergency Flasher Switch60
- Trailer Brake Hand Valve60
- Adjustable Steering Column (Option)61
- Horn61
- Mirrors61
Operating the Engine63
- Introduction63
- Starting Procedure - Normal Temperature63
- Starting Procedure - Cold Weather65
- Engine Warm-Up and Idling67
- Idling the Engine68
- Engine Fan Switch (Option)69
- Cruise Control (Option)70
- Engine Shutdown System (Option)71
Operating the Transmission72
- Introduction72
- Operating Manual Transmissions72
- Putting the Vehicle in Motion73
- More Transmission Tips75
- Operating Automatic Transmissions76
Using the Brake System78
- Introduction78
- Using the Parking Brake80
- Tractor and Trailer Air Supply Valve82
- Brake Safety and Emergency84
- Anti-Lock Braking System87
- Trailer Brake Hand Valve89
- Driving Bobtail or with an Unloaded Trailer90
- Engine Retarder (Option)91
- Brake Components92
- Hydraulic Brakes94
Operating the Rear/Drive Axle Introduction101
- Interaxle Differential Lock101
- More Driving Tips and Techniques104
- Vehicle Recovery and Spring Brakes116
- Shut-Down122
Preventive Maintenance125
- Introduction125
- Safety Precautions125
- Environmental Protection and Material Hazards126
- How to Order Parts127
Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication128
- Introduction128
- Preventive Maintenance Intervals and Schedule128
- Model128
- Table 2 Recommended Maintenance Intervals129
- Table 3 Maintenance Schedule133
- Lubrication Specifications142
- Table 4 Lubricant Applications143
- Oil Reservoirs144
- Lubrication Chart144
- Table 5 Recommended Lubrication Types145
Engine Maintenance147
- Engine Lubrication147
- Fuel System148
- Accessory Drive Belts150
- Engine Fan151
- Exhaust System152
Cooling System153
- Introduction153
- Radiator and Hose Clamps153
- Topping up153
- Table 6 Radiator Hose Clamp Torque Values153
- Table 7 Cooling System Maintenance and Schedule155
- Adding Coolant156
- Table 8 Antifreeze Protection - Ethylene Glycol157
- Change and Refilling158
- Engine (Block) Heater (Option)159
- Table 9 Coolant Capacity159
Brake System161
- Introduction161
- Lubrication162
- Checks and Adjustments162
- Table 10 Brake Adjuster Stroke164
- Hydraulic Brake System165
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)169
Air System171
- Introduction171
- Scheduled Maintenance172
- Table 11 Air System Scheduled Maintenance172
- Air Tanks173
- Dual Air Gauge and Air Leaks174
- Air Compressor175
- Air Dryer176
- Air Intake System177
- Air Filter Replacement178
Tires and Wheels180
- Introduction180
- General Safety Requirements180
- Tire Inspection and Replacement181
- Tire Inflation and Loading181
- Table 12 Effect of Load Pressure on Tire Life183
- Wheel Mounting and Fastening184
- Table 13 Wheel Cap Nut Torque185
- Disc Wheels186
- Demounted Rims187
- Comparing Hub Piloted and Ball Seat Parts187
- Table 14 Comparing Hub-Piloted and Ball-Seat Wheels188
- Tire Replacement189
- Matching Tires189
- Wheel and Tire Replacement for Trucks with Hydraulic Brakes190
- Table 15 Acceptable Rev Per Mile190
Heater and Air Conditioner191
- Introduction191
- Special Precautions191
- Heater191
- Air Conditioner192
Electrical System193
- Location of Fuses193
- Adding Electrical Options193
- Truck-Body Connection193
- Batteries193
- Battery Care195
- Jump Starting Vehicles195
- Battery Charging199
- Bulb Replacement201
- Electrical and Alternator Precautions202
Cab Maintenance203
- Exterior Maintenance203
- Cleaning, Protection and Weather-Stripping204
- Safety Restraint System - Inspection206
- Windshield Wiper/Washer209
- Washer Reservoir209
Transmission and Clutch210
- Introduction210
- All Transmissions210
- Manual Transmissions210
- Clutch System Introduction211
- Table 16 Transmission Lubrication - Manual Transmissions211
- Clutch Adjustment - Normal Wear212
- Automatic Transmissions213
- Table 17 Transmission Lubrication - Automatic Transmissions213
Steering and Driveline214
- Power Steering214
- Fluid Level and Refill215
- Steering Driveline216
- Driveshaft and U-Joints216
Front Axle and Suspension217
- Inspection217
- Axle Lubrication217
- Suspension Lubrication218
- Torque219
- WARNING! Do Not Operate the Vehicle if the U219
- Bolts Are Not Properly Tightened. Loose U-Bolts -24219
- Do Not Properly Secure the Axle to the Suspen219
- Sion. this Could Cause Loss of Vehicle Control -24219
- And an Injury Accident. Loose U-Bolts Can also219
- Cause Uneven Tire Wear and Poor Alignment219
- Model219
Rear Axle and Suspension220
- General Maintenance220
- Visual Inspection220
- Rear Axle Lubrication221
- Table 18 Drive Axle Lubrication222
- Rear Suspension Fasteners223
Frame and Fifth Wheel226
- Introduction226
- Fifth Wheel Maintenance227
- Sliding Fifth Wheel227
Noise and Emission Control228
- Noise Emission Warranty228
- Model228
- Inspection and Maintenance Instructions229
- Maintenance Log231
- Table 19 Maintenance Log231
Consumer Information and Vehicle Identification234
- Reporting Safety Defects234
- Vehicle Identification234
- Table 20 Model Year Letter Designations235
- Complete Vehicle Certification Label236
- Incomplete Vehicle Certification Label237
- Component Identification238

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Brand	Peterbilt
Model	330
Category	Trucks
Language	English

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