Driving and Controls Flashcards
First Gear Range : Use this range when pulling through ___, when maneuvering in tight spaces, or while driving ____.
mud and deep snow / up or down grades
Lower ranges provide greater ___ for going downgrades (the lower the range, the greater the braking effect).
engine braking
High gear ___ may be used for vehicle speeds in excess of ____ and may only be activated by pressing the MODE button.
(5) / 46 mph
Gear 1
2100 RPM / 14 MPH
Gear 2
2100 RPM / 27 MPH
Gear 3
2100 RPM / 36 MPH
Gear 4
2100 RPM / 46 MPH
Gear 5
2100 RPM / 69 MPH
If the engine fails to start within ___, release the starter button and allow the starting motor to cool for approximately ___ before trying again.
15 seconds
If the engine fails to start after ___ attempts, an inspection should be made to determine the cause.
four
A good indicator that all of the moving parts are getting lubrication is when the oil pressure gauge registers pressure (____) at idle speed.
at least 37 psi
Stopping Engine : Allow the engine to idle for ___. This allows the turbocharger adequate time to slow and cool down.
four or five minutes
Try not to shut down
the engine unless coolant temperature is ___ or less.
195º
In the event air brake system pressure drops below approximately ____ an audible alarm will sound, and if the pressure drops below approximately ____, the rear brakes will lock up.
85 psi / 60 psi
Use extreme caution when operating the vehicle with either air brake section charged to less than ___ or property or personal injury could result.
60 psi