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Table of Contents
1 Introduction and Safety Information
Introduction .................................................................. 1-1
Understanding Safety Statements ................................................ 1-2
2 Standard Specifications
Model 302D-B/305D-B .......................................................... 2-1
Specific Bolt Torque ........................................................... 2-2
General Torque Specifications (rev. 4/97) .......................................... 2-3
Hydraulic Fitting Torque Specifications ........................................... 2-4
3 Operating Instructions
General ...................................................................... 3-1
Parking Brake ............................................................ 3-1
Air Brake System .......................................................... 3-1
Disc Brakes .............................................................. 3-1
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............................................... 3-1
Pre-Coupling of Semitrailer and Tractor ........................................ 3-2
Coupling the Tractor to the Semitrailer ......................................... 3-3
Electrical ................................................................ 3-3
Tractor and Semitrailer Check-Out ............................................ 3-4
Towing the Semitrailer ...................................................... 3-4
Parking the Trailer ......................................................... 3-5
Uncoupling Towing Vehicle from Semitrailer ..................................... 3-5
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............................................... 3-6
Cold Weather Operation .................................................... 3-7
Hot Weather Operation ..................................................... 3-7
Rocking Upper Coupler Compatibility .......................................... 3-7
Gate Control Valve Operation ................................................ 3-7
Gate Operation ........................................................... 3-8
Clamshell Gate Air System Filter and Lubricator ................................. 3-9
Oil Rate Delivery Adjustment ................................................ 3-9
4 Maintenance and Lubrication
Maintenance Schedule ......................................................... 4-1
Inspection ............................................................... 4-1
Lubrication ............................................................... 4-1
Maintenance Procedures ................................................... 4-3
Gooseneck, Frame, and Deck ................................................ 4-7
Electrical System .............................................................. 4-7
Alignment ................................................................... 4-11
Wheel Alignment ......................................................... 4-11
Axle Alignment .......................................................... 4-13
Manual Alignment Procedure ............................................... 4-13
Brake System Maintenance ..................................................... 4-14