FRAME
5
weld point as possible. This
ensures maximum weld current
and minimum risk to damage
of electrical components on the
vehicle.
Painting
Do not
electrostatically paint your
truck or any component on your
truck without rst removing all of
the electronic components from the
truck. It is not possible to list all of
the electronics that could be affected,
but a few examples include the
alternator, engine Electronic Control
Unit (ECU), transmission ECU, ABS
ECU, navigation devices, diagnostic
devices, and monitoring devices.
Fifth Wheel
Maintenance
Proper preventive
maintenance is
essential to trouble-free service and
safe operation of the fth wheel.
Every 15,000
miles or monthly:
• Refer to specic manufacturer's
literature for any special
instructions.
• Steam clean the fth wheel.
• Check lock guard operation using
a commercial lock tester.
• Clean and oil all moving parts.
• Lubricate the lock mechanism with
a lithium-base grease.
• All grease ttings (especially those
which grease the top surface of
the fth wheel).
5-104 Y53-6047–2C (04/13)