PART 7: STARTING & OPERATING THE VEHICLE NORMAL TEMPERATURE STARTING PROCEDURE
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PART 7: STARTING & OPERATING THE VEHICLE
Since each Model 387 is custom-equipped, all engine
operation instructions in this manual are general. You will
want to consult the manual for your engine to find out
details about your specific engine’s needs. You may need
to use a slightly different procedure from the one outlined
here. Also check the ATA Truck Driver’s Handbook in your
glove box. It will give you tips on starting, shifting, and
driving a truck. Below are instructions for both normal-
temperature starting and cold-weather starting.
Normal Temperature Starting Procedure
When the outside temperature is above 50° F (10° C), you
can use the following procedure.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Put your main transmission in Neutral.
3. Disengage (depress) the clutch (with manual trans-
mission).
4. Turn the key switch to ON.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a digital message
center (DMC), the DMC display will come on in the
“Clock” mode.
• The multiplex instrumentation system will begin a
self-test:
– Gauge pointers will move to a 12:00 position,
with their LED warning lights on, for 5 seconds.
– Gauge pointers will then move to their actual
gauge readings and their LED warning lights will
go off.
• The speedometer message center (SMC) will dis-
play the odometer.
NOTE: If the SMC displays other messages or if
other alarms activate after the key is turned ON, see
the “Warning Alarms” section at the end of this part
on
page 115.
5. Turn the key to start.
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