Daimler Freightliner Cascadia 2021 Release note

Introduction
This manual provides information needed to operate
and understand the vehicle and its components.
More detailed information is contained in the Owner’s
Warranty Information for North America booklet, and
in the vehicle’s workshop and maintenance manuals.
Custom-built Freightliner vehicles are equipped with
various chassis and cab components. Not all of the
information contained in this manual applies to every
vehicle. For details about components in your ve-
hicle, refer to the chassis specification pages in-
cluded in all new vehicles and to the vehicle specifi-
cation decal, located inside the vehicle.
For your reference, keep this manual in the vehicle
at all times.
IMPORTANT: Descriptions and specifications in
this manual were in effect at the time of printing.
For the most up-to-date information visit www-
.freightliner.com for the latest version of the
driver’s and maintenance manuals.
Freightliner Trucks reserves the right to discon-
tinue models and to change specifications or
design at any time without notice and without
incurring obligation. Descriptions and specifica-
tions contained in this publication provide no
warranty, expressed or implied, and are subject
to revisions and editions without notice.
Environmental Concerns and
Recommendations
Whenever you see instructions in this manual to dis-
card materials, you should first attempt to reclaim
and recycle them. To preserve our environment, fol-
low appropriate environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials.
Event Data Recorder
This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices
that record specific vehicle data. The type and
amount of data recorded varies depending on how
the vehicle is equipped (such as the brand of engine,
if an air bag is installed, or if the vehicle features a
collision avoidance system, etc.).
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle,
data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record
data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems
for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or
less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
•How various systems in the vehicle were oper-
ating;
•Whether or not the driver and passenger safety
belts were buckled/fastened;
•How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
•How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding
of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries
occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle
only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no
data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g.,
name, gender, age, and crash location) are re-
corded. However, other parties, such as law en-
forcement, could combine the EDR data with
the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment
is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is
needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties, such as law enforcement, that have the spe-
cial equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Emissions and Fuel Efficiency
Compliance
This vehicle must be regularly inspected and main-
tained as indicated in the New Cascadia Mainte-
nance Manual, and in the Pre- and Post-Trip Inspec-
tions and Maintenance chapter in this manual, in
order to continue satisfactory performance and en-
sure coverage of the vehicle under the manufactur-
er’s warranty.
Many maintenance procedures ensure that the ve-
hicle and engine continue to comply with applicable
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emissions standards. Maintenance procedures, using
components engineered to comply with greenhouse
gas emissions and fuel efficiency regulations, may be
performed by an authorized Daimler Trucks North
America dealer, an independent outlet, or the vehicle
owner or operator.
The vehicle owner is responsible for determining the
suitability of replacement components to maintain
compliance with federal and local jurisdictional regu-
lations. Components including, but not limited to,
tires, cab/sleeper side extenders, chassis fairings,
bumper, hood, vehicle speed limiters, and idle reduc-
tion timers are specifically designed and manufac-
tured to exacting standards for regulatory fuel effi-
ciency and greenhouse gas emissions compliance. It
is important that these components are always re-
placed with components that meet or exceed the per-
formance of the originally installed components.
Customer Assistance Center
Having trouble finding service? Call the Customer
Assistance Center at 1-800-385-4357 or 1-800-FTL-
HELP. For dealer referrals and breakdown support,
call night or day, weekdays or weekends. For specifi-
cation requests and all other concerns and inquiries,
the Customer Assistance Center is available 6:00
A.M. to 3:30 P.M. PST Monday through Friday. Our
people are knowledgeable, professional, and commit-
ted to following through to help you keep your truck
moving.
Reporting Safety Defects
Vehicles domiciled in the USA thought to have a
defect that could cause a crash, injury, or death,
should immediately be reported to the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
and Daimler Trucks North America LLC.
If the NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation; if it finds that a safety de-
fect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a
recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or Daimler Trucks North
America LLC.
To contact NHTSA, call the Vehicle Safety Hotline
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153).
To e-mail NHTSA, go to www.safertruck.gov/.
You can contact NHTSA by mail at: Administrator,
NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue
SE, West Building, Washington, DC 20590.
For more information about motor vehicle safety,
go to www.safertruck.gov/.
To contact Freightliner about a concern about a
specific vehicle call the Customer Assistance Cen-
ter at 1-800-385-4357 or complete a Product
Concern Form.
Vehicles domiciled in Canada thought to have a
defect that could cause a crash, injury, or death,
should immediately be reported to Transport
Canada and Daimler Trucks North America LLC.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation; if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a
recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport
Canada cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Daimler
Trucks North America LLC.
To contact Freightliner about a concern about a
specific vehicle call the Customer Assistance Cen-
ter at 1-800-385-4357 or complete a Product
Concern Form.
To contact Transport Canada, call the Defect In-
vestigations and Recalls Division toll-free in
Canada at 1-800-333-0510 or 819-994-3328 in the
Gatinuau-Ottawa area or internationally.
You can also contact Transport Canada by mail at:
Transport Canada, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, On-
tario, K1A 0N5 Canada.
The following websites contain more information
on Canadian recalls:
English: www.tc.gc.ca/recalls.
French: www.tc.gc.ca/rappels.
For additional road safety information, please visit
the Road Transportation website:
English: www.tc.gc.ca/en/services/road
French: www.tc.gc.ca/fr/services/routier
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Contents
Chapter Page
Introduction, Environmental Concerns and Recommendations,
Event Data Recorder, Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Compliance,
Customer Assistance Center, Reporting Safety Defects .................... Foreword
1Vehicle Identification ...................................................... 1.1
2Vehicle Access .......................................................... 2.1
3Instruments ............................................................. 3.1
4Driver Controls .......................................................... 4.1
5Detroit Assurance 4.0 ..................................................... 5.1
6Detroit Assurance 5.0 ..................................................... 6.1
7Driver Assistance Features ................................................ 7.1
8Climate Controls ......................................................... 8.1
9Seats and Restraints ..................................................... 9.1
10 Cab and Sleeper Features ................................................ 10.1
11 Electrical System ....................................................... 11.1
12 Engine Starting, Operation, and Shutdown ................................... 12.1
13 Optional Engine Systems ................................................. 13.1
14 Emissions and Fuel Efficiency ............................................. 14.1
15 Brake Systems ......................................................... 15.1
16 Steering System ........................................................ 16.1
17 Automated and Automatic Transmissions .................................... 17.1
18 Manual Transmissions and Clutch .......................................... 18.1
19 Drive Axles ............................................................ 19.1
20 Fifth Wheels ........................................................... 20.1
21 Trailer Couplings ........................................................ 21.1
22 Headlights ............................................................. 22.1
23 Vehicle Appearance and Care ............................................. 23.1
24 Pre- and Post-Trip Checklists ............................................. 24.1
25 Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections and Maintenance .............................. 25.1
26 In An Emergency ....................................................... 26.1
27 Telematics Data ........................................................ 27.1
Index .................................................................. I.1

1
Vehicle Identification
Component Information Label ....................................................... 1.1
Component GWR Label ............................................................ 1.1
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label .......................................... 1.1
Canada Certification Label .......................................................... 1.2
Mexico Labeling .................................................................. 1.2
Emissions Labels ................................................................. 1.4
Customer Assistance Label ......................................................... 1.7

Component Information Label
NOTE: Labels shown in this chapter are ex-
amples only. Actual specifications may vary from
vehicle to vehicle.
The component information label lists the vehicle
model, identification number, and major component
models and serial numbers.
For vehicles domiciled in Mexico, this label will be in
Spanish as shown in Fig. 1.1. Otherwise it will be
printed in English as shown in Fig. 1.2.
The component information label is attached to the
outside of the ziplock document bag and the right-
hand door. See Fig. 1.3.
Component GWR Label
NOTE: Vehicles manufactured for the Canada
market will have a Canada Certification label
instead of a component GWR label.
The component GWR label (see Fig. 1.4) provides
maximum GWR ratings for each component. For ve-
hicles domiciled in Mexico, this label will be in Span-
ish as shown in Fig. 1.5.
The component GWR label is located on the right-
hand B-pillar as shown in Fig. 1.6.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard Label
Tractors with or without fifth wheels manufactured for
the U.S. are marked as certified by means of an
FMVSS certification label which also lists suitable tire
and rim combinations. See Fig. 1.8 for an example
of a FMVSS vehicle certification label.
This label is attached to the left-hand B-pillar. It is
applied on the interior edge for vehicles domiciled in
the United States or manufactured for U.S./Canada
operation. See Fig. 1.6.
Tractors built without a fifth wheel for U.S. operations
will have an incomplete FMVSS vehicle certification
label. The incomplete vehicle documentation included
with the vehicle will certify the vehicle conforms to all
applicable regulations in effect on the date of
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USE EL NUMERO DE IDENTIFICACION
DE VEHICULO CUANDO ORDENE PARTES.
FABRICADO POR: DAIMLER VEHICULOS COMERCIALES MEXICO
MODELO: MM106064S MODELO BASE: M2106 FECHA DE FABRIC: 06/20
NO. DE SERIE VEH: 3ALHCYD28MDMN5409 DIST. ENTRE EJE: 230
MOTOR:
TRANS PRINCIPAL:
EJE DELANTERO:
EJE INT. 2DO:
EJE INT. 3RO:
EJE INT. 4TO:
EJE INT. 5TO:
EJE INT. 6TO:
EJE TRASERO:
PROVEEDOR
NO. DE PINTURA:
EJE INT. 1RO:
CLIENTE: V83361
DD8 7.7L 6 CYL SINGLE STAGE 280 HP / 220
ALLISON 3000 RDS AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
DETROIT DA-F-12.0-3 12,000# FF1 71.5 KPI
MT-40-14X 40,000# R-SERIES TANDEM REAR A
MT-40-14X 40,000# R-SERIES TANDEM REAR A
ELITE EY PAINT C
MOTOR:
TRANSMISION:
EJE DELANTERO:
EJE INT. 1RO:
EJE INT. 2DO:
EJE INT. 3RO:
EJE INT. 4TO:
EJE INT. 5TO:
EJE INT. 6TO:
EJE TRASERO:
RELACION:
PARA INFORMACION COMPLETA DE
PINTURA, VER HOJA DE
CAB COLOR A: L0006EY
936913S0010863
6511714361
739912B0165864
DRA21199653
DRA21199652
6.14
INFORMACION DE COMPONENTES
DE PINTURA:
ESPECIFICACIONES DE L VEHICULO.
PTO: PTO:
Fig. 1.1, Component Information Label (Spanish)
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MANUFACTURED BY: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC
COMPONENT INFORMATION
SEE VEHICLE ID NO.
WHEN ORDERING PARTS
PX113064S T BASE MODEL: CA113DC DATE OF MFR: 07/15MODEL:
1FUJGBDV4GLZZ9999 WHEELBASE: 164CUSTOMER: N00000VEHICLE ID NO:
ENGINE MOD:
MAIN TRANS MOD:
FRONT AXLE MOD:
2ND INT AXLE MOD:
3RD INT AXLE MOD:
4TH INT AXLE MOD:
5TH INT AXLE MOD:
6TH INT AXLE MOD:
REAR AXLE MOD:
PAINT CODE:
1ST INT AXLE MOD:
PAINT MFR:
PTO. MOD:
DETROIT DD13 12.8L 410 HP / 1800 RPM, 20
DT12-DB-1450 HEAVY DUTY 12-SPEED DIRECT
MFS-12-143A 12,000# FF1 SINGLE FRONT AXL
MT-40-14X 40,000# R-SERIES DUALTRAC 74-7
MT-40-14X 40,000# R-SERIES DUALTRAC 74-7
ELITE BC PAINT C
CAB COLOR A: L0306EB
ENGINE NO:
TRANS NO:
FRONT AXLE NO:
1ST INT AXLE NO:
2ND INT AXLE NO:
3RD INT AXLE NO:
4TH INT AXLE NO:
5TH INT AXLE NO:
6TH INT AXLE NO:
REAR AXLE NO:
RATIO:
999999S9999999
99999999999999
MON99999999
FOR99999999
FOR99999999
2.47
PTO. NO:
FOR COMPLETE PAINT INFORMATION
SEE VEHICLE SPECIFICATION SHEET.
Fig. 1.2, Component Information Label (English)
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Fig. 1.3, Component Information Label Location
Vehicle Identification
1.1

completion. The final certification label must be at-
tached by the final-stage manufacturer.
The FMVSS label is applied to the exterior edge of
the B-pillar if paired with a Spanish weights and
measurements label. See Fig. 1.6. Vehicles domi-
ciled in Mexico are labeled with a Spanish weights
and measurement label that lists suitable tire and rim
combinations. See Fig. 1.9.
The tire and rim combinations listed on these labels
are those that can be installed on the vehicle for the
given gross axle weight rating. Tires and rims in-
stalled on the vehicle at the time of manufacture may
have a higher load capacity than that certified by the
tire and rim label. If the tires and rims currently on
the vehicle have a lower load capacity than that
shown on the tire and rim label, then the tires and
rims determine the load limitations on each of the
axles.
Canada Certification Label
Complete tractors with fifth wheels manufactured for
Canada are marked with a Canada certification label
attached to the left-hand B-pillar.
Complete tractors with fifth wheels manufactured for
dual Canada/United States operations will have both
a FMVSS certification label and Canada certification
label. In this case the FMVSS certification label will
be applied on the interior edge of the B-pillar and the
Canada certification label will be applied on the exte-
rior edge as show in Fig. 1.6.
See Fig. 1.10 for an example of a Canada certifica-
tion label.
Trucks built without a cargo body and tractors built
without a fifth wheel that are intended for service in
Canada will have an incomplete Canada vehicle cer-
tification label attached to the left-hand B-pillar. After
completion of the vehicle, a complete Canada certifi-
cation label must be attached by the final-stage
manufacturer to certify that the vehicle conforms to
all applicable vehicle safety regulations in effect on
the date of completion.
Mexico Labeling
Mexico Certification Label
The Mexico certification label states that the vehicle
complies with the Normas Oficiales Mexicanas
(NOMs) standards in effect on the date the vehicle
was manufactured. See Fig. 1.11.
Vehicles domiciled in Mexico will have a Mexico cer-
tification label applied to the right-hand B-pillar as
show in Fig. 1.6.
Spanish Weights and Measures Label
Vehicles with a Mexico certification label will also
have a Spanish weights and measures label. See
Fig. 1.9 for an example.
When both a United States Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard (FMVSS) label and a Spanish
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MAXIMUM GWR BY
COMPONENT (KG)LBS
COMPONENT
AXLES:
SUSPENSION:
TIRES:
RIMS:
HUBS/SPOKES:
BRAKES:
STEERING:
FRONT AXLE 2ND INT AXLE 3RD INT AXLE 4TH INT AXLE 5TH INT AXLE 6TH INT AXLE REAR AXLE COMPONENT GVWR
( 5443) 12000 ( 9072) 20000 ( 9072) 20000 CHASSIS:
ENG/TRANS:
5TH WHEEL:
PARK BRAKE:
AXLE:
VIN: 1FUJGBDV4GLZZ9999
1ST INT AXLE
( 5443) 12000
( 5601) 12350
( 6713) 14800
( 6032) 13300
( 6032) 13300
( 6032) 13300
( 9072) 20000
( 9253) 20400
(11612) 25600
(10432) 23000
( 9072) 20000
( 9072) 20000
( 9253) 20400
(11612) 25600
(10432) 23000
( 9072) 20000
Fig. 1.4, Component GWR Label (English)
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PESO MAXIMO
POR COMPONENTE
(KG)LB
COMPONENTE
EJE:
SUSPENSION:
NEUMATICOS:
RIM/AROS:
CUBOS/RADIOS:
FRENOS:
DIRECCION:
DELANTERO PRIMERO 2DO 3RO 4TO 5TO 6TO EJE TRASERO PESO BRUTO DEL COMPONENTE
( 5443) 12000 ( 9072) 20000 ( 9072) 20000 LARGUERO:
MOTOR/TRANS:
QUINTA RUEDA:
FRENO ESTAC:
EJE:
VIN:
(36288) 80000
3ALHCYD28MDMN5409
1RO
( 5443) 12000
( 5996) 13220
( 6713) 14800
( 6032) 13300
( 5443) 12000
( 6032) 13300
( 9072) 20000
(10596) 23360
(13426) 29600
(11793) 26000
( 9525) 21000
( 9072) 20000
(10596) 23360
(13426) 29600
(11793) 26000
( 9525) 21000
Fig. 1.5, Component GWR Label (Spanish)
Vehicle Identification
1.2

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AB
C
1
2
3
5
69
5
7
4
8
A. Left-Hand B-Pillar B. Left-Hand Door C. Right-Hand B-Pillar
1. Primary Noise Emission Control
Label (Mexico or United States)
2. Customer Assistance Label
(United States or Mexico)
3. FMVSS Certification Label or
Spanish Weights and
Measurement Label
4. Canada Certification Label or
FMVSS Certification Label
5. Entry/Exit Warning Decal
6. Vehicle Emission Control
Information Label
7. Secondary Noise Emission
Control Label (English)
8. Mexico Certification Label
9. Component GWR Label (Spanish
or English)
Fig. 1.6, Label Locations
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MAXIMUM GWR BY
COMPONENT (KG)LBS
COMPONENT
AXLES:
SUSPENSION:
TIRES:
RIMS:
HUBS/SPOKES:
BRAKES:
STEERING:
FRONT AXLE 2ND INT AXLE 3RD INT AXLE 4TH INT AXLE 5TH INT AXLE 6TH INT AXLE REAR AXLE COMPONENT GVWR
( 5443) 12000 ( 9072) 20000 ( 9072) 20000 CHASSIS:
ENG/TRANS:
5TH WHEEL:
PARK BRAKE:
AXLE:
VIN: 1FUJGBDV4GLZZ9999
1ST INT AXLE
( 5443) 12000
( 5601) 12350
( 6713) 14800
( 6032) 13300
( 6032) 13300
( 6032) 13300
( 9072) 20000
( 9253) 20400
(11612) 25600
(10432) 23000
( 9072) 20000
( 9072) 20000
( 9253) 20400
(11612) 25600
(10432) 23000
( 9072) 20000
Fig. 1.7, Component GWR Label
Vehicle Identification
1.3

weights and measures label are applied to the left-
hand B-pillar, the Spanish label will be applied on the
interior edge of the B-pillar and the FMVSS label will
be applied on the exterior edge. See Fig. 1.6.
Emissions Labels
Aftertreatment System Indicators
Label
Model year 2007 and later diesel engines in vehicles
domiciled in the U.S. or Canada are required to meet
all EPA exhaust gas emission regulations effective as
per the applicable emission model year, and are
equipped with an emission aftertreatment system
(ATS).
Vehicles domiciled outside of the U.S. and Canada
may not have aftertreatment equipment, depending
upon local statutory emissions guidelines.
See Table 1.1 and Table 1.2 for additional informa-
tion on what EPA and GHG regulations apply to dif-
ferent model years.
See Fig. 1.12 for information on the driver’s visor
warning label for important warning indicators in the
instrument cluster that pertain to the ATS.
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DAIMLER TRUCKS LLCN.A.
07/15
52,000
23,587 110
120
120
S
S
S
MANUFACTURED BY:
DATE OF MFR:
GVWR PNBV LBS/-:
GVWR PNBV KG/-:
THIS VEHICLE COMPLIES WITH ALL
APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE
SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT AT THE DATE
OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
VEHICLE ID NO:
TYPE TRUCK TRACTOR TT CT://
1 4 9999FUJGBDV GLZZ
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: U.S.A.
PSI "S"
COLD
12,000
20,000
20,000
LBS
GAWR PNBE/
9,072
KGS
GAWR PNBE/
5,443
9,072
FRONT AXLE:
2:ND INT AXLE
3:RD INT AXLE
4:TH INT AXLE
5:TH INT AXLE
6:TH INT AXLE
REAR AXLE:
1:ST INT AXLE
275/80R22.5(G)
445/50R22.5(L)
445/50R22.5(L)
TIRES
22.5X8.25
22.5X14.0
22.5X14.0
RIMS COLD
KPA
758
827
827
Fig. 1.8, FMVSS Vehicle Certification Label (complete vehicle)
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FABRICADO POR:
FECHA DE FABRICACION:
PBV (GVWR)-LBS:
PBV (GVWR)-KG:
NO. SERIE VEHICULO:
CHASIS-CABINA
DAIMLER VEHICULOS COMERCIALES MEXICO
06/20
52,000
23,587
3ALHCYD28MDMN5409
EJE DELANTERO:
2DO:
3RO:
4TO:
5TO:
6TO:
EJE TRASERO:
PV-KGS PV-LBS NEUMATICOS RIM/AROS KPA PSI
5,443 12,000 11R22.5(H) 22.5X8.25 827 120 S
9,072
9,072
20,000
20,000
"S"ENCILLA/
1RO: 11R22.5(G)
11R22.5(G)
22.5X8.25 724
724
105
105
D
D
FRIO
22.5X8.25
FRIO "D"OBLE
FABRIC. DE MEX.
Fig. 1.9, Spanish Weights and Measures Label
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CANADA CERTIFICATIONVIN/NIV: DATE OF MFR: 01/20XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED UNDER THE CANADIAN MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY REGULATIONS IN
EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE / CE VEHICULE EST CONFORME A TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU
REGLEMENT SUR LA SECURITE DES VEHICULES AUTOMOBILES DU CANADA EN VIGUEUR A LA DATE DE SA FABRICATION.
Fig. 1.10, Canada Certification Label
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INFORMACION CONTROL DE ESPECIFICACIONES DE SEGURIDAD DEL VEHICULO
DAIMLER VEHICULOS COMERCIALES MEXICO S. DE R.L. DE C.V. 06/20
ESTE VEHICULO CUMPLE CON LA NORMA OFICIAL MEXICANA: NOM-068-SCT-2-2014 AL MOMENTO DE SER ENAJENADO.
FECHA DE FABRICACION:
Fig. 1.11, Mexico Certification Label
Vehicle Identification
1.4

EPA Regulations
Regulation Emissions Components
EPA07 (Reduction of nitrogen
oxides (NOx) emissions to 1.1
g/bhp-hr, and particulate matter
emissions to 0.01 g/bhp-hr)
Aftertreatment device (ATD) containing a diesel particulate filter that traps soot and
ash.*
EPA10 (Reduction of NOx
emissions to 0.2 g/bhp-hr)
EPA07-type ATD, with additional selective catalyst reduction (SCR) technology that
utilizes diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) to convert NOx to nitrogen and water vapor.
GHG14 (Reduction of greenhouse
gas emissions)
Fuel efficiency components including, but not limited to, engines, tires, aerodynamic
components, vehicle speed limiters, and idle reduction timers specifically designed to
meet regulatory fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions standards.
GHG17
Fuel efficiency components including, but not limited to, engines, tires, aerodynamic
components, vehicle speed limiters, and idle reduction timers specifically designed to
meet regulatory fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions standards.
GHG21
GHG14/17 components plus additional components including, but not limited to,
transmissions, axles, predictive technologies, idle reduction technologies for
vocational vehicles, and tire pressure monitoring systems.
*Cummins and Detroit ATD’s are also equipped with a diesel oxidation catalyst to break down pollutants.
Table 1.1, EPA Regulations
Emission Regulations by Model Year
Model Year Engine Regulation Vehicle Regulation
2007–2009 EPA07 N/A
2010–2012 EPA10 N/A
2013–2015 EPA10, GHG14 GHG14
2016 EPA10, GHG17 GHG14
2017–2020 EPA10, GHG17 GHG17
2021–and later EPA10, GHG21 GHG21
Table 1.2, Emission Regulations by Model Year
It is a violation of U.S. federal law to alter exhaust
plumbing, ATS, or other components in any way that
would bring the engine/vehicle out of compliance with
certification requirements [Ref: 42 U.S.C. S7522(a)
(3)]. It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the
vehicle so that it conforms to EPA regulations.
Vehicle Emission Control Information
Label
Model year 2013 and later vehicles meet require-
ments as specified by GHG14, GHG17 and GHG21
regulations, respectively. These vehicles are
equipped with components that increase fuel effi-
ciency and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emis-
sions. Components may include, but are not limited
to, low-rolling resistance tires; aerodynamic devices
such as hood, cab side extenders, and fuel tank fair-
ings; vehicle speed limiters; and idle shutdown tim-
ers.
A Vehicle Emission Control Information Label is lo-
cated on the left-hand door. See Fig. 1.6. Among
other GHG relevant information the label indicates
the emission model year of the vehicle. As this label
is about meeting United States federal requirements,
it is printed in English.
It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle
so that it conforms to U.S. EPA and NHTSA
regulations.
Noise Emission Control Labels
For vehicles manufactured for operation in the United
States, an English language EPA noise emission
control label is applied to attest that the vehicle con-
forms to United States EPA regulations for noise.
See Fig. 1.14.
For vehicles manufactured for operation in Mexico, a
Spanish language Normas Oficiales Mexicanas
(NOM) vehicle noise emission control label attesting
Vehicle Identification
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that the vehicle conforms to Mexican NOM regula-
tions for noise is applied. See Fig. 1.15.
If only a single noise emission control label is ap-
plied, it will be located in the primary location on the
left-hand B-pillar as show in Fig. 1.6.
For vehicles manufactured for dual Mexico/United
States operation, both labels are applied. The NOM
vehicle noise emission control label will be located in
the primary location on the left-hand B-pillar and the
EPA noise emission control label will be applied to
the left-hand door as shown in Fig. 1.6.
It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle
so it conforms to all applicable regulations (EPA,
NOM).
IMPORTANT: Certain Freightliner incomplete
vehicles may be produced for the United States
market with incomplete noise control hardware.
Such vehicles will have an incomplete vehicle
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Fig. 1.12, ATS Indicators, EPA10 and Newer
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VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
Manufactured By: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC Date of Manufacture: 07/15
VIN/NIV:
GVWR-PNBV-KG:
GVWR-PNBV-LBS:
GDTN2TRAC13C
23,587
52,000
VEH FAMILY CD:
1FUJGBDV4GLZZ9999
EMISSION CONTROL IDENTIFIERS:
REGULATORY CLASS: High-roof day cab tractors above 33,000
LRRA, ARF, TGR
THIS VEHICLE COMPLIES WITH U.S. EPA AND CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS FOR 2016
pounds GVWR.
HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES. See owner's manual for proper maintenance of this vehicle.
Fig. 1.13, Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
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VEHICLE NOISE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 07/15
THIS COMPLETE VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR NOISE EMISSIONS
APPLICABLE TO MEDIUM AND HEAVY TRUCKS. THE FOLLOWING ACTS, OR THE CAUSING
THEREOF BY ANY PERSON ARE PROHIBITED BY THE NOISE CONTROL ACT OF 1972.
A. THE REMOVAL OR RENDERING INOPERABLE OF, OTHER THAN FOR PURPOSES OF
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY NOISE CONTROL DEVICE OR
ELEMENT OF DESIGN (LISTED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL) INCORPORATED INTO THIS
VEHICLE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE NOISE CONTROL ACT.
B. THE USE OF THIS VEHICLE AFTER SUCH DEVICE OR ELEMENT OF DESIGN HAS BEEN
REMOVED OR RENDERED INOPERABLE.
Fig. 1.14, EPA Vehicle Noise Emission Control Label
(complete vehicle)
Vehicle Identification
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noise emission control information label. See
Fig. 1.16. For such vehicles, it is the final-stage
manufacturer’s responsibility to complete the
vehicle in conformity to the applicable regula-
tions and label it for compliance.
Certified Clean Idle Label
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires
model year 2008 and newer heavy-duty diesel en-
gines to meet CARB’s Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine
Idling Requirement in order to limit emissions of par-
ticulate matter and NOx.
Certified vehicles are equipped with a label placed
near the bottom exterior edge of the left-hand door.
See Fig. 1.17.
Customer Assistance Label
The customer assistance center telephone number is
printed on the customer assistance label. The label
also includes a QR code encoded with the VIN, read-
able by dealer apps, to bring up information about
the vehicle.
For vehicles domiciled in Mexico this label will be in
Spanish as shown in Fig. 1.18. For vehicles domi-
ciled in the United States it will printed in English as
shown in Fig. 1.19.
The customer assistance label is located on the left-
hand B-pillar, as shown in Fig. 1.6.
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INFORMACION CONTROL DE EMISION DE RUIDO DEL VEHICULO
DAIMLER VEHICULOS COMERCIALES MEXICO FECHA DE FABRICACION:
ESTE VEHICULO CUMPLE CON LA NORMA OFICIAL MEXICANA: NOM-079-ECOL-1994 QUE
ESTABLIECE LIMITES MAXIMOS PERMISIBLES DE LA EMISION DE RUIDO DE LOS VEHICULOS
AUTOMTORES NUEVOS EN PLANTA Y SU METODO DE MEDICION PUBLICADA EN EL D.O.F. DEL
12 DE ENERO DE 1995.
06/20
Fig. 1.15, NOM Vehicle Noise Emission Control Label
(complete vehicle)
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VEHICLE NOISE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 01/16
THIS INCOMPLETE VEHICLE AS DELIVERED BY DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC
CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR NOISE EMISSIONS APPLICABLE TO MEDIUM
AND HEAVY TRUCKS. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FINAL STAGE MANUFACTURER
TO COMPLETE THIS VEHICLE WHILE MAINTAINING CONFORMANCE TO 40 CFR PART 205,
INCLUDING LABELING FOR COMPLIANCE (SEC. 205.55-41).
Fig. 1.16, EPA Vehicle Noise Emission Control Label
(incomplete vehicle)
CERTIFIED
CLEAN IDLE
02/20/2012 f080179
Fig. 1.17, CARB Clean Idle Label
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CENTRO DE ASISTENCIA
AL CLIENTE LLAMA COSTO AL
01-800-590-2000
24 HRS/DIA
7 DIAS/SEMANA
Fig. 1.18, Customer Assistance Label, Spanish
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FOR CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE CENTER:
1-800-FTL-HELP
1-800-385-4357
24 HRS/DAY
7 DAYS/WEEK
Fig. 1.19, Customer Assistance Label, English
Vehicle Identification
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Vehicle Access
Door Locks and Handles ........................................................... 2.1
Grab Handles and Access Steps ..................................................... 2.1
Cab-to-Sleeper Access ............................................................. 2.3
Sleeper Door ..................................................................... 2.3
Sleeper Luggage Door ............................................................. 2.3
Back-of-Cab Access ............................................................... 2.3
Hood Opening and Closing ......................................................... 2.5
Remote Keyless Entry ............................................................. 2.6

Door Locks and Handles
One common key operates the ignition switch and all
of the door locks.
IMPORTANT: Each key is numbered. Record
the number so a duplicate key can be made, if
needed.
To unlock the driver’s door from outside the cab, in-
sert the key in the lockset and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise. See Fig. 2.1. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original position. Pull out on
the door pull handle to open the door.
To unlock the passenger’s door from outside the cab,
insert the key in the lockset and turn it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise. Turn the key clockwise to the
original position to remove it.
NOTE: The cab door locks can be operated
when the doors are open.
To lock a door from outside the cab, insert the key in
the lockset and turn it in the direction opposite to the
unlocking direction (counterclockwise for the driver’s
door, clockwise for the passenger’s door). Close the
door if it is open.
To lock either door from inside the cab, push the lock
button downwards. See Fig. 2.2.
To open the door from the inside, lift up on the door
lever. This will unlatch the door whether or not it is
locked.
To unlock the door without unlatching it, pull the lock
button upwards.
Grab Handles and Access
Steps
CAUTION
Slipping or falling from the vehicle can result in
personal injury or property damage.
Wet or dirty shoes greatly increase the chance of
slipping or falling. If your shoes are wet or dirty,
be especially careful when entering or exiting the
vehicle.
Always maintain three-point contact with the ve-
hicle when entering or exiting the cab. Three-
point contact means both feet and one hand, or
both hands and one foot.
When steps are mounted on battery box covers,
make sure that the cover is latched and secure
before using the steps.
Do not step on the fuel tank, battery box, frame,
etc. unless adequate slip resistant surfaces and
handholds are provided.
Do not jump from the vehicle.
For ease of entry and exit, there is a handle on both
the A-pillar and the B-pillar. In addition, the steering
wheel may be used to provide a secure handhold.
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2. Lockset
3. Door Pull Handle
Fig. 2.1, Exterior Door Handle
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1. Lock Button
2. Integral Door Upper Grab Handle
3. Door Lever
4. Door Control Panel
Fig. 2.2, Door Interior
Vehicle Access
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There are at least two access steps to provide se-
cure footholds.
Entering the Driver Side
1. Open the driver-side door and place anything
that you are carrying in the cab.
2. Facing the cab, grasp the B-pillar and A-pillar
grab handles with your hands. See Fig. 2.3.
3. Step up on the bottom step with your right foot.
4. Step up on the top step with your left foot, grasp-
ing the grab handles higher as you move up.
5. Step into the cab with your right foot first, and
grasp the steering wheel with your left hand.
Exiting the Driver Side
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to exit the cab
while carrying any items in your hands. Place
them in an accessible location on the seat or
cab floor and make sure they will not get in your
way as you exit, then retrieve them after you
have exited the cab.
CAUTION
Always face in when exiting the cab. Do not at-
tempt to exit with your back to the cab, as you
would going down a flight of stairs. It is easier to
slip or lose your balance. If you slip when exiting
in this way, there is a greater likelihood of per-
sonal injury.
1. Grasp the steering wheel with your right hand
and the A-pillar grab handle with your left hand,
and place your left foot on the top step. See
Fig. 2.3.
2. Face into the cab, and grasp the B-pillar grab
handle with your right hand.
3. Step down on the bottom step with your right
foot, grasping the grab handles lower as you
move down.
4. Step to the ground with your left foot first.
Entering the Passenger Side
1. Open the passenger-side door and place any-
thing that you are carrying in the cab.
2. Facing the cab, grasp the B-pillar and A-pillar
grab handles with your hands. See Fig. 2.4.
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2. A-Pillar Grab Handle
3. Steering Wheel
Fig. 2.3, Driver-Side Cab Access
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1. B-Pillar Grab Handle
2. A-Pillar Grab Handle
Fig. 2.4, Passenger-Side Cab Access
Vehicle Access
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3. Step up on the bottom step with your left foot.
4. Step up on the top step with your right foot,
grasping the grab handles higher as you move
up.
5. Step into the cab with your left foot first, while
holding on to the grab handle with your right
hand.
Exiting the Passenger Side
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to exit the cab
while carrying any items in your hands. Place
them in an accessible location on the seat or
cab floor and make sure they will not get in your
way as you exit, then retrieve them after you
have exited the cab.
CAUTION
Always face in when exiting the cab. Do not at-
tempt to exit with your back to the cab, as you
would going down a flight of stairs. It is easier to
slip or lose your balance. If you slip when exiting
in this way, there is a greater likelihood of per-
sonal injury.
1. Grasp the A-pillar grab handle with both hands,
and place your right foot on the top step. See
Fig. 2.4.
2. Face into the cab, and grasp the B-pillar grab
handle with your left hand.
3. Step down on the bottom step with your right
foot, grasping the grab handles lower as you
move down.
4. Step to the ground with your left foot first.
Cab-to-Sleeper Access
To open the sleeper access on vehicles with vinyl
sleeper curtains, unzip the sleeper curtains. If de-
sired, unsnap the curtains all the way around the
sides and top, and remove the curtains.
To open the sleeper access on vehicles with velour
sleeper curtains, unfasten the snaps at one side,
then push the curtain to the opposite side.
Sleeper Door
The sleeper door (Fig. 2.5, Ref. 1) is not intended for
entry or exit. The door is intended only as a conve-
nient means to stow or remove personal belongings
in and from the sleeper area. To open the sleeper
door from the inside, push down on the lever handle
located inside the sleeper compartment aft of the
door, or pull out on the upper lever located inside the
cab door opening; see Fig. 2.6. To open the sleeper
door from outside, open the cab door, then pull out
on the upper lever located inside the cab door open-
ing. To close the door, pull on the strap attached to
the inside of the door, or push it closed from the out-
side, until it latches.
IMPORTANT: The sleeper doors have two-stage
latching. When closing the doors, ensure that
they are completely latched to prevent wind
noise and water intrusion.
Sleeper Luggage Door
To open the sleeper luggage door (Fig. 2.5, Ref. 2),
pull out on the lower lever located inside the cab
door opening; see Fig. 2.6. To close the sleeper lug-
gage door, push it closed until it latches.
Back-of-Cab Access
When trailer air and electrical connections cannot be
reached conveniently from the ground, Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Regulations require commercial carri-
ers to provide back-of-cab access.
A grab handle is typically located on the back wall of
the sleeper or cab. Steps are mounted on the frame
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1. Sleeper Door
2. Luggage Compartment Door
Fig. 2.5, Sleeper Doors
Vehicle Access
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rail, and a deck plate is mounted across the top of
the frame rails. See Fig. 2.7.
CAUTION
Follow these rules for back-of-cab access. Failing
to follow these rules could lead to a fall, and pos-
sible personal injury.
Never step on any exterior part unless it has a
slip-resistant surface meant for safe stepping. If
the surface is movable, such as a battery box
cover with a slip-resistant surface, be certain it is
firmly secured.
Be careful not to trip on items such as chains or
air lines in the back-of-cab area.
Always follow safety procedures for back-of-cab
access, maintaining three-point contact—both
hands and one foot, or both feet and one hand—
whenever moving around, and always face in to-
ward the deck plate when climbing up or down.
Wet or dirty shoes, steps, or grab rails greatly
increase the chance of slipping or falling. If your
shoes or the contact areas are wet or dirty, clean
and dry them as much as possible before ac-
cessing the back of cab area, and be especially
careful when climbing or standing on the vehicle.
Never jump onto, or off of, a vehicle; doing so
creates a very high likelihood of a fall and per-
sonal injury.
IMPORTANT: Climb onto, and down from, back-
of-cab access facing in toward the vehicle, as
you would on a ladder. Do not climb up or down
facing out away from the vehicle.
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1. Sleeper Door Lever
2. Luggage Door Lever
Fig. 2.6, Sleeper Door Levers
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1. Deck Plate
2. Steps
3. Grab Handle
Fig. 2.7, Back-of-Cab Access
Vehicle Access
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Accessing Back-of-Cab Area
WARNING
External surfaces of the exhaust system remain
hot after the engine has been shut down. When
accessing the back of the cab or sleeper, do not
touch any part of the exhaust system other than
the exhaust-mounted grab handle, if equipped, or
severe burns could occur.
1. Facing the deckplate, grasp the grab handle with
both hands. Reach up as far as is comfortable.
2. Place one foot on the bottom step and pull your-
self up.
3. Place your other foot on the top step.
4. Move your lower hand to a higher position on the
grab handle.
5. Step onto the deck plate.
Exiting Back-of-Cab Area
1. Facing toward the center of the vehicle, grasp
the grab handle with both hands.
2. Step one foot at a time onto the top step.
3. Move your upper hand to a lower position on the
grab handle.
4. Move one foot to the bottom step.
5. Step to the ground with your upper foot first.
Hood Opening and Closing
The hood can be raised to a full-open position. Tilt-
assist struts help you to both raise the hood and
lower it into the vehicle operating position.
In the vehicle operating position, the hood is secured
to the cab-mounted cowl by a hold-down latch on
each side.
Newer vehicles may have a locking right-hand hood
strut. This means the hood can be secured in the
open position by engaging the yellow lever located
midway on the strut. To lower the hood, the yellow
lever must be flipped up.
Opening the Hood
1. Release both hood hold-down latches by pulling
the handles outward.
2. Slowly tilt the hood with both hands on the grab
handle.
3. As the hood starts to open, walk backwards as
you pull. The hood will stop in the full-open posi-
tion.
4. If it is available, lock the right-hand hood strut.
See Fig. 2.8.
Closing the Hood
1. Disengage the locking hood-strut if engaged.
2. Push on the hood above the grille, tilting it to-
ward the closed position.
3. As the hood goes over center, allow it to settle
on the rear supports.
4. Make sure the hood is flush with the cowl, then
secure the hood by engaging both hood hold-
down latches.
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Fig. 2.8, Lockable Right-Hand Hood Strut
Vehicle Access
2.5