freightliner M2 Plus 2023 User manual

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
vehicle, refer to the chassis specification pages
included in all new vehicles and to the vehicle
specification 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 https://
freightliner.com/ for the latest version of the
driver’s and maintenance manuals.
Freightliner reserves the right to discontinue
models and to change specifications or design
at any time without notice and without incurring
obligation. Descriptions and specifications
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
discard materials, you should first attempt to reclaim
and recycle them. To preserve our environment,
follow appropriate environmental rules and
regulations when disposing of materials.
Data Logging
This vehicle is equipped with a control module that
performs data logging capabilities.
This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices
that record specific vehicle data and may perform
some of the same functionality as a regulated Event
Data Recorder but the device(s) are not subject to,
nor designed pursuant to, 49 C.F.R. Part 563.
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.).
GPS location data, fault codes, and other technical
data may be recorded.
This data may help provide a better understanding of
the circumstances of a crash.
Personal data such as name, gender, and age are
not recorded. However, other parties such as law
enforcement, could combine the data logger’s
contents with the type of personally identifying data
routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
Emissions and Fuel Efficiency
Compliance
This vehicle must be regularly inspected and
maintained as indicated in the M2 Plus Maintenance
Manual, and in the Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
and Maintenance chapter in this manual, in order to
continue satisfactory performance and ensure
coverage of the vehicle under the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Many maintenance procedures ensure that the
vehicle and engine continue to comply with
applicable emissions standards. Maintenance
procedures, using components engineered to comply
with greenhouse gas emissions and fuel efficiency
regulations, may be performed by an authorized
Daimler Truck 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
regulations. Components including, but not limited to,
tires, cab/sleeper side extenders, chassis fairings,
bumper, hood, vehicle speed limiters, and idle
reduction timers are specifically designed and
manufactured to exacting standards for regulatory
fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions
compliance. It is important that these components
are always replaced with components that meet or
exceed the performance of the originally installed
components.
Foreword
STI-522-1 (02/10/2023)
Part Number STI-522
Printed in U.S.A.

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
specification 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 committed 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 Truck North America LLC.
If the NHTSA 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, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or Daimler Truck 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 https://www.nhtsa.gov/
safertruck.
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 https://www.nhtsa.gov/safertruck
To contact Freightliner about a concern about a
specific vehicle call the Customer Assistance
Center 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 Truck 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
Truck North America LLC.
To contact Freightliner about a concern about a
specific vehicle call the Customer Assistance
Center at 1-800-385-4357 or complete a Product
Concern Form.
To contact Transport Canada, call the Defect
Investigations 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,
Ontario, 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
© 2023–2023 Daimler Truck North America LLC. All rights reserved. Daimler Truck North America LLC is a Daimler
company.
No part of this publication, in whole or part, may be translated, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of Daimler Truck North America LLC. For additional information, please contact Daimler Truck North
America LLC, Service Systems and Documentation, P.O. Box 3849, Portland OR 97208–3849 U.S.A. or refer to
https://northamerica.daimlertruck.com/ and https://freightliner.com/.
Foreword
STI-522-1 (02/10/2023)
Part Number STI-522
Printed in U.S.A.

Contents
Chapter Page
Introduction, Environmental Concerns and Recommendations,
Data Logging, 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
5Cab Features ........................................................... 5.1
6Detroit Assurance 5.0 ..................................................... 6.1
7Driver Assistance Features ................................................ 7.1
8Electrical System ........................................................ 8.1
9Engine Starting, Operation, and Shutdown .................................... 9.1
10 Optional Engine Systems ................................................. 10.1
11 Brake Systems ......................................................... 11.1
12 Steering System ........................................................ 12.1
13 Emissions ............................................................. 13.1
14 Automated and Automatic Transmissions .................................... 14.1
15 Manual Transmissions, Clutch, and Transfer Cases ........................... 15.1
16 Drive Axles ............................................................ 16.1
17 Fifth Wheels and Trailer Couplings ......................................... 17.1
18 Headlight Aiming ........................................................ 18.1
19 Natural Gas Vehicle Information ........................................... 19.1
20 Vehicle Appearance and Care ............................................. 20.1
21 Pre- and Post-Trip Checklists ............................................. 21.1
22 Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections and Maintenance .............................. 22.1
23 In an Emergency ....................................................... 23.1
24 Telematics Data ........................................................ 24.1
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 .......................................................... 1.1
Mexico Labeling .................................................................. 1.2
Emission Labels .................................................................. 1.3
Customer Assistance Label ......................................................... 1.6

Component Information Label
NOTE: Labels shown in this chapter are
examples 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 located on the
underside of the driver’s sun visor.
Component GWR Label
NOTE: Vehicles manufactured for the Canadian
market will have a Canadian Certification label
instead of a component GWR label.
The component GWR label, shown in Fig. 1.3,
provides maximum GWR ratings for each
component. For vehicles domiciled in Mexico, this
label will be in Spanish as shown in Fig. 1.4.
The component GWR label is located on the right-
hand B-pillar as shown in Fig. 1.5.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard Label
Tractors with or without fifth wheels manufactured for
the U.S. are marked as certified by means of a
federal motor vehicle safety standard (FMVSS) label,
shown in Fig. 1.6, which also lists suitable tire and
rim combinations.
For vehicles domiciled in the United States, this label
is attached to the left-hand side B-pillar as shown in
Fig. 1.7.
For vehicles manufactured for U.S./Canada
operation, this label is applied next to the Canada
certification label as shown in Fig. 1.8.
Vehicles domiciled in Mexico are labeled with a
Spanish weights and measurement label, as shown
in Fig. 1.9, that lists suitable tire and rim
combinations.
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
installed 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.
Trucks built without a cargo body that are intended
for service in the U.S. have an incomplete FMVSS
vehicle certification label. This label will be attached
to the incomplete vehicle document included with the
vehicle, and certifies that the vehicle conforms to all
applicable FMVSS regulations in effect on the date of
completion. The final certification label must be
attached by the final-stage manufacturer.
Canada Certification Label
Complete tractors with fifth wheels manufactured for
Canada or dual Canada/United States operations,
are marked with a Canada certification label, shown
in Fig. 1.10, attached to the right-hand B-pillar.
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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)
Vehicle Identification
1.1

NOTE: Vehicles manufactured for Canada will
have a Canada certification label instead of a
component GWR 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 certification
label attached to the left-hand B-pillar. After
completion of the vehicle, a complete Canada
certification 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
certification label applied to the right-hand B-pillar as
show in Fig. 1.5.
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.
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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. 1.3, 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. 1.4, Component GWR Label (Spanish)
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1
2
3
1. Component GWR Label (United States and Mexico)
2. Mexico Certification Label (Mexico)
3. Entry/Exit Warning Label
Fig. 1.5, Right-Hand Door Frame Labels
Vehicle Identification
1.2

Emission 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.
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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. 1.6, FMVSS Certification Label (complete vehicle)
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1
2
3
4
1. Customer Assistance Label
2. FMVSS Certification Label
3. Noise Emission Label
4. Entry/Exit Warning Label
Fig. 1.7, Left-Hand B-Pillar Labels, United States
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1
2
3
5
4
1. Customer Assistance Label
2. Noise Emission Label
3. FMVSS Certification Label
4. Canadian Compliance Label
5. Entry/Exit Warning Label
Fig. 1.8, Left-Hand B-Pillar Labels, Joint United States
Canada Operation
Vehicle Identification
1.3

See Table 1.1 and Table 1.2 at the end of this
chapter for additional information on what EPA and
GHG regulations apply to different model years.
See Fig. 1.13 for information on the driver’s visor
warning label for important warning indicators in the
instrument cluster that pertain to the ATS.
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
requirements as specified by GHG14, GHG17 and
GHG21 regulations, respectively. These vehicles are
equipped with components that increase fuel
efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions. Components may include, but are not
limited to, low-rolling resistance tires; aerodynamic devices such as hood, cab side extenders, and fuel
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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
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1
1. Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
Fig. 1.12, Left-Hand Door Label
Vehicle Identification
1.4

tank fairings; vehicle speed limiters; and idle
shutdown timers.
A vehicle emission control information label is located
on the left-hand door, as shown in Fig. 1.12. Among
other GHG relevant information, the label indicates
the emission model year of the vehicle.
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 EPA noise emission control label, as
shown in Fig. 1.15, is applied to attest that the
vehicle conforms to United States EPA regulations
for noise.
For vehicles manufactured for operation in Mexico, a
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) vehicle noise
emission control label, as shown in Fig. 1.16, attests
that the vehicle conforms to Mexican NOM
regulations for noise.
For vehicles manufactured for dual Mexico/United
States operation, both labels are applied.
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.
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Fig. 1.13, 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. 1.14, Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
Vehicle Identification
1.5

Such vehicles will have an incomplete vehicle
noise emission control information label as
shown in Fig. 1.17. For these vehicles, it is the
final-stage manufacturer’s responsibility to
complete the vehicle in conformity to the
applicable regulations and label it for
compliance.
Certified Clean Idle Label
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires
model year 2008 and newer heavy-duty diesel
engines to meet CARB’s Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine
Idling Requirement in order to limit emissions of
particulate matter and NOx.
Certified vehicles are equipped with a label, shown in
Fig. 1.18, that is placed near the bottom edge of the
left-hand door.
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 vehicle
identification number (VIN), readable 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. 1.19. For vehicles
domiciled in the United States it will printed in
English as shown in Fig. 1.20.
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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. 1.15, EPA Vehicle Noise Emission Control Label
(complete vehicle)
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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. 1.16, 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. 1.17, EPA Vehicle Noise Emission Control Label
(incomplete vehicle)
CERTIFIED
CLEAN IDLE
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Fig. 1.18, 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. 1.19, 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. 1.20, Customer Assistance Label, English
Vehicle Identification
1.6

The customer assistance label is located on the left-
hand B-pillar, as shown in Fig. 1.7.
Emission Regulations by Model Year
Model Year Engine Regulation Vehicle Regulation
2021–and later EPA10, GHG21 GHG21
Table 1.1, Emission Regulations by Model Year
EPA Regulations
Regulation Emissions Components
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.
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.
Table 1.2, EPA Regulations
Vehicle Identification
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Vehicle Access
Key, Door Locks, and Handles ...................................................... 2.1
Remote Keyless Entry ............................................................. 2.1
Grab Handles and Access Steps ..................................................... 2.2
Cab Entry and Exit ................................................................ 2.3
Back-of-Cab Access ............................................................... 2.4
Hood Opening and Closing ......................................................... 2.5

Key, Door Locks, and Handles
A common key operates the ignition switch and 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
using a key, insert the key 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 lock 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.
Close the door if it is open. To lock a door from
outside the cab, insert the key in the lock and turn it
in the direction opposite to the unlocking direction
(counterclockwise for the driver’s door, clockwise for
the passenger’s door).
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.
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyless Fob Use
DANGER
Do not ingest the key fob battery. The button cell
battery in this key fob is a chemical burn hazard.
Always keep the key fob and button cell batteries
away from children.
Always safely dispose of used batteries.
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Fig. 2.1, Exterior Door Handle
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1. Lock Button
2. Door Lever
3. Door Control Panel
4. Door-Panel-Integrated
Grab Handle
Fig. 2.2, Door Interior
Vehicle Access
2.1

If the button cell battery in this key fob is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns
within two hours and can lead to death. If you
think a battery might have been swallowed or
otherwise placed inside any part of the body,
seek immediate medical attention.
If the battery compartment does not close
securely, stop using the key fob.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the following safety
instructions can result in an explosion, fire,
damage to the key fob, electric shock and other
injuries, as well as property damage:
•Do not pierce, break, crush, or cut the key fob
or the battery.
•Do not expose the key fob or the battery to an
open flame or extremely high temperatures.
•Do not expose the key fob or the battery to
liquids or extremely low air pressure.
•Do not try to charge the key fob battery. It is
not rechargeable.
•The key fob housing is made of plastic with
sensitive electronic components and a CR2450
button cell battery. There is a risk of explosion
if the battery is replaced with a battery other
than a CR2450.
•The button cell battery that powers this device
is considered hazardous and must be recycled
or disposed of separately from household
waste. Store the old battery in a safe place
until it can be disposed of safely.
NOTICE
Do not drop the key fob. Doing so could damage
the fob, including damage to the battery
compartment allowing the button cell battery to
fall out.
The remote entry key fob can be used to remotely
unlock and lock the doors, start and end the pre-trip
light check, and move down the door windows. See
Fig. 2.3.
•To unlock all doors, press the unlock button.
•To lock all doors, press the lock button.
•To start or end the pre-trip light check, press
the lamp check button.
•To move down the door windows, press the
unlock button for three seconds.
Key Fob Programming
A maximum of four fobs can be programmed to work
on one vehicle.
Whenever a new fob is needed, all existing fobs
must be reprogrammed. Any existing fobs that were
previously programmed will no longer work unless
reprogrammed.
To have the key fobs programmed, take the vehicle
to an authorized Freightliner dealer or service facility.
Specifications
Th key fob uses a radio frequency link for
communication between the fob and the vehicle.
Grab Handles and Access
Steps
CAUTION
Slipping or falling from the vehicle can result in
personal injury or property damage.
Always maintain three-point contact with the
vehicle when entering or exiting the cab. Three-
point contact means both feet and one hand, or
both hands and one foot.
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1. Lock Button
2. Unlock Button
3. Lamp Check Button
Fig. 2.3, Key Fob
Vehicle Access
2.2

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.
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.
Be careful not to get hands or feet tangled in
hoses or other back-of-cab equipment as it could
cause a trip and fall.
For ease of entry and exit, there are grab handles on
the inner B-pillar, and optional grab handles on the
A-pillars. In addition, the inner door grab handle and
steering wheel may be used to provide a secure
handhold. One or two access steps provide secure
footholds.
The grab handles, access steps, and steering wheel
are all part of the cab access system. Use these
when getting into or out of the cab.
Cab Entry and Exit
Use the cab access system (grab handles, access
steps, and steering wheel) to enter or exit the cab.
See Fig. 2.4 and Fig. 2.5.
Entering from the Driver’s Side
To enter the cab from the driver’s side:
1. Open the driver’s door and place anything that
you are carrying in the cab.
2. Grasp the door-panel-integrated grab handle with
your left hand, and the B-pillar with your right
hand, or grasp the B-pillar grab handle with both
hands. Reach up as far as is comfortable.
3. Place a foot on the step and pull yourself up.
Shift your grasp on the B-pillar grab handle
higher. If there is a second step, place the
opposite foot on it and pull yourself up again.
4. Grasp the steering wheel with your left hand and
step into the cab.
Exiting from the Driver’s Side
To exit the cab from the driver’s side:
CAUTION
Always face in when exiting the cab. Do not
attempt 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 when exiting this way,
and there is a greater likelihood of personal
injury.
1. Place any items you wish to take in an
accessible location on the seat or cab floor and
make sure they will not get in your way as you
exit.
2. Facing inward, grasp the steering wheel with
your left hand and the B-pillar grab handle with
your right hand.
3. Place your left foot on the top step.
4. Move your left hand to the door panel integrated
grab handle, and your right hand lower down the
B-pillar grab handle.
5. Move your right foot onto the step.
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1. Door-Panel-Integrated Grab Handle
2. Steering Wheel
3. B-Pillar Grab Handle
4. Exterior Grab Handle, Front
5. Exterior Grab Handle, Back (not shown)
6. Top Step, Back
7. Bottom Step, Back
8. Bottom Step, Front
9. Top Step, Front
Fig. 2.4, Cab Access System, Driver’s Side (crew cab
shown)
Vehicle Access
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6. Step to the second step or ground with your left
foot first, sliding your grasp down the grab
handle. If there is another step down, place your
right foot down first and then your left.
7. Release the grab handles or other handholds.
8. Retrieve any items from the cab that you wish to
take with you.
Entering from the Passenger’s Side
To enter the cab from the passenger’s side:
1. Open the passenger’s door, and place anything
that you are carrying into the cab.
2. Facing the cab, grasp the B-pillar grab handle
with your left hand and the door panel integrated
grab handle with your right hand.
3. Step up on the bottom step with your left foot
and pull yourself up.
4. Grasp the grab handles higher up.
5. Step up to the next step or the cab with your
right foot.
6. Move your right hand to the A-pillar grab handle.
7. Move your left hand up the B-pillar grab handle.
8. Step into the cab.
Exiting from the Passenger’s Side
To exit the cab from the passenger’s side:
CAUTION
Always face in when exiting the cab. Do not
attempt 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 when exiting in this way
and there is a greater likelihood of personal
injury.
1. If you wish to take any items with you, 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.
2. While standing up from the seat facing inward,
grasp the A-pillar grab handle with both hands,
then place your right foot on the step.
3. Move your left hand to the B-pillar grab handle,
and your right hand to the door panel integrated
grab handle.
4. Place your left foot on the step.
5. Step to the second step or ground with your left
foot first, sliding your grasp down the grab
handles. If there is another step down, place
your right foot down first and then your left.
6. Release the grab handles or other handholds.
7. Retrieve any items from the cab that you wish to
take with you.
Back-of-Cab Access
When trailer air and electrical connections cannot be
reached conveniently from the ground, Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Regulations require commercial
carriers to provide back-of-cab access.
Optional grab handles are mounted on each cab
sidewall, on the left sidewall only, or on the cab back
wall. See Fig. 2.6. Steps are mounted either on the
fuel tank(s) or on metal brackets. When a deck plate
is necessary, it is mounted across the top of the
frame rails.
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1. Exterior Grab Handle, Back
2. Exterior Grab Handle, Front
3. A-Pillar Grab Handle
4. Door Panel Integrated Grab Handle
5. B-Pillar Grab Handle
6. Top Step, Front
7. Bottom Step, Front
8. Top Step, Back
9. Bottom Step, Back
Fig. 2.5, Cab Access System, Passenger’s Side (crew
cab shown)
Vehicle Access
2.4

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.
CAUTION
Wet or dirty shoe soles greatly increase the
chance of slipping or falling. If your soles are wet
or dirty, be especially careful when climbing
onto, or leaving, the back-of-cab area.
Always maintain three-point contact with the
back-of-cab access supports while entering and
exiting the back-of-cab area. Three-point contact
means both feet and one hand, or both hands
and one foot, on the grab handles, steps, and
deck plates. Other areas are not meant to
support back-of-cab access, and grabbing or
stepping in the wrong place could lead to a fall
and personal injury.
Be careful not to get hands or feet tangled in
hoses or other back-of-cab equipment. Doing so
could cause a trip and fall with possible injury.
Climbing Up to the Back-of-Cab
When climbing onto the deck plate, do the following:
1. Grasp the sidewall grab handle with both hands.
Reach up as far as is comfortable.
2. Place one foot on the bottom step and pull
yourself 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.
Climbing Down from the Back-of-Cab
To climb down from the back-of-cab area:
1. Grasp the sidewall 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. Move your upper hand to a lower position on the
grab handle.
6. Step to the ground with your upper foot first.
Hood Opening and Closing
The hood can be raised to a full-open position. A
torsion bar helps you to raise the hood, and to lower
it to the operating position. Hood restraint cables
prevent the hood from overtravel. A hood damper
limits the closing speed. In the operating position, the
hood is secured to the cab-mounted half-fenders by
a hold-down latch on each side of the hood.
To Open the Hood
1. Apply the parking brakes.
2. Release both hood hold-down latches by pulling
the ends outward. See Fig. 2.7.
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1. Grab Handle, Rear Driver Side
2. Grab Handle, Rear Passenger Side
3. Passenger-Side Top Step, Back (not shown)
4. Passenger-Side Bottom Step, Back (not shown)
5. Driver-Side Top Step, Back
6. Driver-Side Bottom Step, Back
Fig. 2.6, Back-of-Cab Access Supports (typical)
Vehicle Access
2.5

CAUTION
Do not let the hood free-fall to the full-open
position. To do so could cause damage to the
hood or hood straps.
3. Standing in front of the hood, raise the rear of
the hood upward until it reaches the over-center
position (45 degrees from vertical). Then slowly
bring it to a stop.
To Close the Hood
1. Push the hood over center.
2. As the hood goes over center, the damper
automatically slows its rate of descent. If needed,
you can also slow its rate of descent with your
hand.
3. Make sure the hood is flush with the cowl, then
secure the hood by engaging both hood hold-
down latches.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that both hold-down
latches are fully engaged before operating the
vehicle.
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2. Latch Hook
3. Latch Handle
4. Half-Fender
Fig. 2.7, Hood Hold-Down Latch
Vehicle Access
2.6