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Sterling 360 - User Manual

Sterling 360
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OWNER AND VEHICLE INFORMATION
OWNER NAME:
USER/COMPANY NAME:
MAILING ADDRESS:
CITY, STATE: ZIP:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
DATE OF DELIVERY (WARRANTY START DATE):
/ /
MO. DAY YR.
SELLING DEALER IMPRINT HERE

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Sterling 360 and is the answer not in the manual?

Summary

About your vehicle

Vehicle identification number (VIN)

Details about the VIN, its location, and coding system.

Maintenance

Information on regular maintenance for performance and service life.

Fuel

Recommendations for diesel fuel properties and dangers of fuel mixtures.

Danger of fire and explosion resulting from fuel mixtures

Warning about mixing diesel fuel with gasoline or alcohol.

Warning labels

Vehicle access

Seat and steering wheel adjustments

Seats

Safety warnings and correct driving position guidelines for seats.

Driver’s seat

Instructions for adjusting the driver's seat for optimal driving position.

Seat belts

Importance of wearing seat belts properly for safety.

Seat belt safety

Guidelines for seat belt usage for children, infants, and pregnant women.

Seat belt care

Recommendations for inspecting and maintaining seat belts.

Steering wheel

Guidelines and warnings for adjusting the steering wheel position.

Switches and controls

Ignition switch

Detailed explanation and warnings about the ignition switch positions.

Engine idle control

Instructions for using the engine idle control for automatic or manual speed adjustment.

Starting the engine

Safety warnings and procedures for starting the vehicle's engine.

Warming up the engine

Procedure for warming up the engine to normal operating temperature.

Shutting down the engine

Safety warnings and procedures for properly shutting down the engine.

Shift lever <manual transmission>

Instructions and warnings for operating the shift lever in manual transmission vehicles.

Shift selector <automatic transmission>

Guidance on using the shift selector in automatic transmission vehicles.

Using the shift selector

Detailed instructions on how to use the shift selector for gear selection.

Multifunction switches

Overview of multifunction switches including headlights and turn signals.

Exhaust brake

Information on using the exhaust brake for engine braking on downhill grades.

Instrument cluster gauges and lights

Speedometer

Explanation of the speedometer and odometer/tripmeter functions.

Tachometer

Information about the tachometer and avoiding engine overspeed.

Coolant temperature gauge

Explanation of the coolant temperature gauge and overheating warnings.

Fuel level gauge

How to read the fuel level gauge and when to refuel.

Warning and indicator lights

Overview of various warning and indicator lights on the instrument cluster.

Vacuum pressure warning

Meaning of the vacuum pressure warning light and its implications for braking.

Brake warning

Explanation of the brake warning light and low brake fluid level.

Alternator no charge warning

Indication of a problem in the vehicle charging system.

Low engine-oil pressure;level warning

Warning for low engine oil pressure or level, and potential engine damage.

Transmission temperature warning

Warning for automatic transmission fluid overheating.

Water in fuel warning

Indication of excessive water in the fuel filter.

Starting and driving

Vehicle start-up

Precautions and procedures for starting the vehicle safely.

Vehicle operation

General advice and warnings for operating the vehicle safely.

Braking

Guidelines for using engine and exhaust brakes on downhill grades.

Parking

Safety precautions and procedures for parking the vehicle.

Heating and air conditioning

Air conditioner

Operation and safety warnings for the air conditioner system.

Interior equipment and accessories

In cold weather

Cold weather operation

Precautions for operating the vehicle in cold weather, including battery and brake care.

Pretrip inspection and maintenance

General service precautions

Safety warnings for working on the vehicle, including engine exhaust and batteries.

Pretrip inspection

Checklist to ensure vehicle components are in good working condition before each trip.

Before starting the engine

Checks to perform before starting the engine to ensure vehicle safety.

Steering wheel checking

Inspection of the steering wheel for free play, looseness, and operation.

Service brake checking

Inspection of service brakes for proper function and safety.

Service brake performance

Tests to ensure service brakes work effectively and evenly.

Parking brake checking and adjusting

Procedure for checking parking brake lever stroke and performance.

Wheel nut tightening

Procedure for tightening wheel nuts to the correct torque specifications.

Battery inspection

Safety warnings and procedures for inspecting the vehicle battery.

In an emergency

Troubleshooting

Tables outlining possible causes and remedies for vehicle problems.

Emergency stops

Procedures for safely stopping the vehicle in an emergency situation.

If the engine overheats

Steps to take if the vehicle's engine overheats.

Replacing fuses

Information on locating and replacing blown fuses in the vehicle.

Fuse replacement

Detailed instructions on how to replace fuses using a fuse puller.

Replacing light bulbs

Guidelines for replacing vehicle light bulbs with specified types.

Headlight bulb replacement

Step-by-step instructions for replacing headlight bulbs.

Difficult braking

What to do if the vehicle suddenly becomes difficult to brake.

Stalled engine (vehicle in motion)

Effects and actions to take when the engine stalls while driving.

Emergency starting with jumper cables

Safety warnings and procedures for jump-starting a vehicle.

Bleeding the fuel system

Procedure for bleeding the fuel system when the engine stalls due to lack of fuel.

Towing

Precautions and warnings related to towing the vehicle.

Service data

Recommended lubricants;hydraulic fluids and quantities

Table listing recommended lubricants, fluids, and their quantities for various vehicle components.

Service specifications

Table of standard values for engine, transmission, and other vehicle specifications.

Maintenance schedule

Maintenance schedule

Schedule detailing inspection and maintenance intervals for vehicle components.

Lubrication schedule

Schedule outlining lubrication intervals for various vehicle parts.

Summary

About your vehicle

Vehicle identification number (VIN)

Details about the VIN, its location, and coding system.

Maintenance

Information on regular maintenance for performance and service life.

Fuel

Recommendations for diesel fuel properties and dangers of fuel mixtures.

Danger of fire and explosion resulting from fuel mixtures

Warning about mixing diesel fuel with gasoline or alcohol.

Warning labels

Vehicle access

Seat and steering wheel adjustments

Seats

Safety warnings and correct driving position guidelines for seats.

Driver’s seat

Instructions for adjusting the driver's seat for optimal driving position.

Seat belts

Importance of wearing seat belts properly for safety.

Seat belt safety

Guidelines for seat belt usage for children, infants, and pregnant women.

Seat belt care

Recommendations for inspecting and maintaining seat belts.

Steering wheel

Guidelines and warnings for adjusting the steering wheel position.

Switches and controls

Ignition switch

Detailed explanation and warnings about the ignition switch positions.

Engine idle control

Instructions for using the engine idle control for automatic or manual speed adjustment.

Starting the engine

Safety warnings and procedures for starting the vehicle's engine.

Warming up the engine

Procedure for warming up the engine to normal operating temperature.

Shutting down the engine

Safety warnings and procedures for properly shutting down the engine.

Shift lever <manual transmission>

Instructions and warnings for operating the shift lever in manual transmission vehicles.

Shift selector <automatic transmission>

Guidance on using the shift selector in automatic transmission vehicles.

Using the shift selector

Detailed instructions on how to use the shift selector for gear selection.

Multifunction switches

Overview of multifunction switches including headlights and turn signals.

Exhaust brake

Information on using the exhaust brake for engine braking on downhill grades.

Instrument cluster gauges and lights

Speedometer

Explanation of the speedometer and odometer/tripmeter functions.

Tachometer

Information about the tachometer and avoiding engine overspeed.

Coolant temperature gauge

Explanation of the coolant temperature gauge and overheating warnings.

Fuel level gauge

How to read the fuel level gauge and when to refuel.

Warning and indicator lights

Overview of various warning and indicator lights on the instrument cluster.

Vacuum pressure warning

Meaning of the vacuum pressure warning light and its implications for braking.

Brake warning

Explanation of the brake warning light and low brake fluid level.

Alternator no charge warning

Indication of a problem in the vehicle charging system.

Low engine-oil pressure;level warning

Warning for low engine oil pressure or level, and potential engine damage.

Transmission temperature warning

Warning for automatic transmission fluid overheating.

Water in fuel warning

Indication of excessive water in the fuel filter.

Starting and driving

Vehicle start-up

Precautions and procedures for starting the vehicle safely.

Vehicle operation

General advice and warnings for operating the vehicle safely.

Braking

Guidelines for using engine and exhaust brakes on downhill grades.

Parking

Safety precautions and procedures for parking the vehicle.

Heating and air conditioning

Air conditioner

Operation and safety warnings for the air conditioner system.

Interior equipment and accessories

In cold weather

Cold weather operation

Precautions for operating the vehicle in cold weather, including battery and brake care.

Pretrip inspection and maintenance

General service precautions

Safety warnings for working on the vehicle, including engine exhaust and batteries.

Pretrip inspection

Checklist to ensure vehicle components are in good working condition before each trip.

Before starting the engine

Checks to perform before starting the engine to ensure vehicle safety.

Steering wheel checking

Inspection of the steering wheel for free play, looseness, and operation.

Service brake checking

Inspection of service brakes for proper function and safety.

Service brake performance

Tests to ensure service brakes work effectively and evenly.

Parking brake checking and adjusting

Procedure for checking parking brake lever stroke and performance.

Wheel nut tightening

Procedure for tightening wheel nuts to the correct torque specifications.

Battery inspection

Safety warnings and procedures for inspecting the vehicle battery.

In an emergency

Troubleshooting

Tables outlining possible causes and remedies for vehicle problems.

Emergency stops

Procedures for safely stopping the vehicle in an emergency situation.

If the engine overheats

Steps to take if the vehicle's engine overheats.

Replacing fuses

Information on locating and replacing blown fuses in the vehicle.

Fuse replacement

Detailed instructions on how to replace fuses using a fuse puller.

Replacing light bulbs

Guidelines for replacing vehicle light bulbs with specified types.

Headlight bulb replacement

Step-by-step instructions for replacing headlight bulbs.

Difficult braking

What to do if the vehicle suddenly becomes difficult to brake.

Stalled engine (vehicle in motion)

Effects and actions to take when the engine stalls while driving.

Emergency starting with jumper cables

Safety warnings and procedures for jump-starting a vehicle.

Bleeding the fuel system

Procedure for bleeding the fuel system when the engine stalls due to lack of fuel.

Towing

Precautions and warnings related to towing the vehicle.

Service data

Recommended lubricants;hydraulic fluids and quantities

Table listing recommended lubricants, fluids, and their quantities for various vehicle components.

Service specifications

Table of standard values for engine, transmission, and other vehicle specifications.

Maintenance schedule

Maintenance schedule

Schedule detailing inspection and maintenance intervals for vehicle components.

Lubrication schedule

Schedule outlining lubrication intervals for various vehicle parts.

Sterling 360 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSterling
Model360
CategoryTrucks
LanguageEnglish