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Volvo VHD User Manual

Volvo VHD
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
VHD

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Volvo VHD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVolvo
ModelVHD
CategoryTrucks
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Safety Information

Operating the Vehicle

Safe operation relies on driver awareness and proper use of visibility aids.

Do Not Overload

Operating

Familiarize yourself with controls and check instrument readings for normal operation.

Cab Entry and Exit

Pre-Trip Inspection and Daily Maintenance

Pre-Trip Inspection Quick List

Left Front Wheel

Inspect wheel rim, tire condition, and wheel bearing for damage and leaks.

Left Side Of the Cab (cont.)

Left Front Brake

Check brake drum, air hose, chamber mounting bolts, and slack adjuster.

Right Side Of Cab Area (cont.)

Right Front Suspension

Check spring, hangers, shackles, U-bolts, and shock absorbers for damage.

Hooking Up To Trailer

Daily Maintenance

Safety Belts

Inspection

Important Facts About Safety Belts in Heavy Trucks

SRS Airbag

SRS System

VORAD Collision Warning System

Dash Overview

Instrument Cluster Overview

Telltale Overview

Graphic Display Telltale Overview

Left Instrument Section

B — Engine Coolant Temperature

C — Engine Oil Pressure

3 — STOP Telltale

Main Instrument Section

G – Tachometer

Monitors engine speed to guide gear shifting and prevent overspeeding.

H – Speedometer and Odometer

J — Master Warning Telltale

K — Warning Telltales, Center Section

Safety Belt Telltale

Parking Brake Telltale

ABS Telltale, Tractor and Trailer

Right Instrument Section

P & Q — Front and Rear Brake System Air Pressures

R — Warning Telltales, Right Section

Transmission Temperature Telltale

Amber warning for high transmission oil temperature, accompanied by buzzer.

Traction Control System Telltale

Steering Column Switches

Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Change

Operation of turn signals, headlight flash, and high/low beam functions.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Transmission Retarder

Left Switch Cluster

Hazard Lights

Activation of hazard or four-way warning circuit for safety.

Driving Light Switches

Headlights

Control of parking lights, headlights, and daytime running lights.

Exhaust/Engine Brake

Exhaust Brake, Volvo Engine

Sliding Fifth Wheel

Graphic Display Overview

Graphic Display Controls

Graphic Display Telltales

Information and Stop Messages

Information Telltale

Telltales

Telltale + Text

Stop Telltale

Acknowledge Information and Stop Messages

Main Menu: Set-Up Mode

Main Menu: System Diagnostic

Fault codes are shown

Cluster Self-Test

Gauge test

Display test

Main Menu: Data Log Mode (Volvo Engine Only)

Main Menu: Password Input

Main Menu: Gauge

Temperature, transmission oil (option)

Stop message

Voltmeter

Main Menu: Fuel Economy (option)

Main Menu: Time/Distance

Main Menu: FAULTS?

Information message

Information symbols

Airbag

Safety information regarding the SRS airbag system.

Warning, temperature engine oil

Heating and Air Conditioning

Climate Unit Main Control Panel

Air Distribution Control

Fresh Air Control

Temperature Control

A/C Control

A/C Automatic Control

Air Vents

Cab Ventilation

Cab Air Filter

A/C Diagnostic Module

Seats

National Standard Seat Adjustments

Volvo Standard Seat Adjustments

Fuel Economy Driving

Fuel Economy

Factors influencing fuel consumption: build, maintenance, environment, and habits.

Build Specification and Equipment

Driveline Combination

Avoid High Engine Speeds

Axles

Driving Habits

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Ignition Switch

Cold Weather Start and Operation

Volvo Engine Cold Start

Specific instructions for starting Volvo engines in cold weather using the preheater.

Cold Weather Operation

Engine Operation

Engine Shut-Down System

Engine Overspeed

Uphill Operation

Downhill Operation

Cruise Control

Engaging

Step-by-step guide to engaging and setting the cruise control speed.

Disengaging

Fuel Tank(s)

Fueling

Clutch

Brakes

Brake Safety Information

Critical safety warnings and precautions related to the vehicle's brake system.

General

Description of Volvo's dual-circuit compressed air brake system and pressure requirements.

Brake System Controls

Foot Brake Valve

Trailer Brake Hand Control

Antilock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TCS) (option)

Vehicle Speed Retardation Devices

Volvo Exhaust Brake

Volvo Engine Brake (option)

Jake-Brake Or C-Brake

Electrical System

General Safety Guidelines

Essential safety precautions and warnings for working on the vehicle's electrical system.

Charging System

Battery Jump Starting and Charging

Charging the Battery

Electrical Center

Power Steering

General

Components of the power steering system and precautions for loss of assist.

Wheels

Inflating Tires

Wheel Bearing Adjustment

Fifth Wheel General Information

Fifth Wheel

Fifth Wheel Slider (option)

Unlocking the Fifth Wheel

Trailer Coupling Procedures

Operating the Fifth Wheel Slider

Emergency Information

Towing Instructions

Caging Spring Brake Chambers

VHD Technical and Parts Support Group

VOLVO Action Service (VAS) Support Center

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