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Using this Manual
Please take time to become acquainted
with your vehicle by reading this
operator’s manual. Peterbilt strongly
recommends that you thoroughly read
and understand the manual before
operating the 520EV. This manual
contains useful information for the safe
and efficient operation of the 520EV. It
also provides some service information,
including safety checks and basic
preventative maintenance inspections.
After referencing this manual, please
return it to the glovebox for the next
vehicle user or new owner.
Your vehicle may lack certain features or
options mentioned in this manual.
Therefore, you should pay close
attention to the instructions that pertain
to just your vehicle. Additionally, if your
vehicle is equipped with special
equipment or options not discussed in
this manual, consult your dealer or the
manufacturer of the equipment. All
information contained in this manual is
based on the latest production
information available at the time of
publication. Peterbilt Motors Company
reserves the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
Safety Alerts
Please read and follow all of the safety
alerts contained in this manual. They are
there for your protection and
information. These alerts can help you
avoid injury to yourself and your
passengers. These instructions can also
help prevent costly damage to the
vehicle. Safety alerts are highlighted by
the safety alert symbols and signal
words such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
“CAUTION,” or “NOTE.” Do NOT ignore
any of these alerts.
Dangers
The safety message following this
symbol and signal word provides a
warning against operating procedures
that, if not avoided, will cause injury or
death. They could also cause equipment
or property damage. The alert will
identify the hazard, how to avoid it, and
the probable consequence of not
avoiding the hazard.
Warnings
The safety message following this
symbol and signal word provides a
warning against operating procedures
that, if not avoided, could cause injury
or death. They could also cause
