Volvo VNL VNM Operators Manual
Volvo VNL VNM Operators Manual
Operator's Manual
VNL and VNM
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Foreword
This manual contains information concerning the safe operation of your
vehicle. It is extremely important that this information is read and un-
derstood before the vehicle is operated. This manual also contains a
considerable amount of information concerning the vehicle, such as ve-
hicle identification, Preventive Maintenance recommendations and a log
for your service records. Please keep this in the vehicle at all times. In-
formation from other component manufacturers is supplied in separate
manuals in the Owner’s Package.
NOTE! It is important that this manual stay with the vehicle when it is
sold. Important safety information must be passed on to the new cus-
tomer. The service information contained in this manual gives the
owner important information about maintaining the vehicle but is not
intended as a substitute for the Preventive Maintenance Service Manual
and must not be regarded as such.
WARNING
A warning label directs the operator’s
attention to unsafe practices which could
result in personal injury or severe dam-
age to the vehicle. The warning label is
in black type on a gray background
with a black border.
Also, various safety labels may be placed For trucks placed in service after August 1,
on components by the component manufac- 2000 and operating in the USA and
turer. Be sure to read and follow these Canada, Volvo dealers can print copies of
labels to prevent damage to the vehicle, the Standard Truck Warranty Certificate
personal injury or even death. and the Premium (Purchased) Truck Cover-
age Certificate. Copies are available in
Information in this manual refers to Volvo either English or Canadian French at the
components and Volvo drivetrain. Informa- dealer communication system (DCS) web-
tion concerning non-Volvo engines and/or site. Look in the Service/Warranty folder.
drivetrains can be obtained by contacting
the respective manufacturer. NOTE! Federal law requires manufacturers
to notify owners of its products in the event
of a non-compliance to a Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard or if a safety re-
lated defect is discovered. If you are not
the original owner of this vehicle, please
notify us about the change in ownership at
the address below or through an authorized
Volvo Truck dealer. This is the only way
we will be able to contact you if necessary.
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
Att: Vehicle Registration Dept.
P. O. Box 26115
Greensboro, NC 27402–6115
United States of America
2 General Information
WARNING
All items within the cab must be secured
before the vehicle is set in motion. This
includes, but is not limited to, drinks,
clothes, books, televisions, etc. In the
event of a collision, loose items could
fly around inside the cab. This could
cause personal injury.
4 General Information
WARNING
When operating bobtail, the brake
system on the vehicle reduces the possi-
bility of rear wheel brake lockup, except
on full pedal application. When bobtail-
ing, be certain that adequate pedal
pressure is applied. There is no need to
reduce pedal effort. Failure to do so may
result in increased stopping distances.
General Information 5
Do Not Overload
This vehicle has been designed and assem-
bled for a maximum gross vehicle weight
rating (GVWR) and a maximum front and
rear axle weights rating (FAWR and
RAWR). The actual rating for this vehicle
can be found on the label attached to the
door frame on the driver’s side. If any of
these three ratings is exceeded and over-
loading occurs, instability, poor handling,
failure of parts and accelerated wear can
occur.
W0001210
Operating
Before driving this vehicle, locate the in-
struments and controls, and become
thoroughly familiar with their operation.
After starting and when driving, always
check to make sure that the instrument
readings are normal.
6 General Information
Canada
Refer consumer complaints to Volvo Trucks
Canada, Inc. or to the Transport Canada -
Department of Public Complaints, Recalls
and Investigations.
1 (905) 795-1555
Mexico
Volvo Trucks of Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
should be informed immediately if you be-
lieve the vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash, injury or death. Contact
Volvo Trucks de Mexico by calling or by
writing to: Volvo Trucks de Mexico, S.A. 01 (800) 90 94 900
de C.V., Prol. Paseo de la Reforma 600,
1er. Piso — 121, Col. Santa Fe Peña
Blanca, C.P. 01210, México, D.F.
Modifications to Vehicle
Chassis Frame
Frame side rails are heat treated. No weld-
ing is permitted because structural failure
may result. Do not drill through either top
or bottom flanges. A warning label is also
attached to the frame for information.
Drilling is permitted in the frame web in
accordance with a specified hole spacing
pattern. Consult a Volvo Truck dealer to
obtain approved hole spacing dimensions or
refer to the Frame Rail and Cross Member W7000519
Service Manual.
Frame Alterations
Under no circumstances can the frame be
cut and an extension piece added to in-
crease the wheelbase. The only alteration
allowed is wheel base shortening, where
the only change in the frame rail is a new
hole pattern drilled for the new location of
the rear suspension.
Welding In Vehicle
Do not weld anywhere in or on the vehicle
before disconnecting batteries, all electronic
control units (ECU) and instrument cluster.
See page 298 for more information. Do not
use oxy/acetylene welding to repair cab
panels. Refer to the service manuals for
specific information.
8 General Information
Canada Mexico
The same conditions that apply in the USA The same conditions that apply in the USA
apply to Canada, with one exception. After apply to Mexico. Refer to the Mexican
the vehicle is sold to a retail customer, that Federal Law for Emission Control which
is, the end user, the jurisdiction controlling adheres to EPA regulations. No changes
the emission control devices becomes the should be made that render any or all of
province in which the vehicle is licensed. the emissions control devices inoperative.
No changes should be made that render any
or all of the devices inoperative. Should the owner/operator wish to make
any changes to the emission control de-
Should the owner/operator wish to make vices, check with the state authority before
any changes to the emission control de- making any such changes.
vices, check with the provincial authority
before making any such changes.
General Information 9
Your emission control system may include parts such as carburetor or fuel injection system
and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emission-
related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. will repair your
vehicle at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.
You are responsible for presenting your vehicle to a Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reason-
able amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
As the vehicle owner, you should also be aware that Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,
improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact Volvo Trucks North America, Inc., Warranty Administration, (336) 393-2000 or
the California Air Resources Board at 9480 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731.
10 General Information
1 Is designed, built and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale to all regulations
of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board
applicable at the time of the manufacture; and
2 Is free from defects in material and workmanship which will cause the emission con-
trol components not to function as designed for a period of use of 5 years or 100,000
miles or 3,000 hours of engine operation, whichever comes first.
The 5 years/100,000 miles/3,000 hour warranty period shall begin on the date the vehicle
is first delivered to the first retail purchaser or if the vehicle is placed in service as a
demonstrator company vehicle prior to the sale at retail, on the date the vehicle is the first
placed in service.
The emission control system of your new Volvo engine was designed, built and tested us-
ing genuine Volvo parts, and the engine is certified as being in conformity with Federal
and California emission control regulations. Accordingly, it is recommended that any re-
placement parts used for maintenance, replacement or repair without invalidating this
warranty; the cost of such services or or parts, however, will not be covered under the war-
ranty except in an emergency situation. A part not being available or a repair not being
completed within 30 days also constitutes an emergency.
Use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effectiveness
of emission control systems. If other than Volvo parts are used for maintenance, owner
should obtain assurances that suck parts are warranted by their manufacturer to be equiva-
lent to genuine Volvo parts. However, the use of other than Volvo replacement parts does
not invalidate the warranty on other components, unless such parts cause damage to war-
ranted parts.
Repairs and service covered by the warranty will be performed by an authorized Volvo
Trucks North America, Inc. dealer at his place of business with no charge for parts or la-
bor (including diagnosis) using Volvo parts for the emission control system, that requires
replacement and is covered by the warranty and found defective. In case of an emergency,
where an authorized Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. dealer is not available, repairs may
be performed at any available service establishment or by the owner, using any equivalent
replacement parts and Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. will reimburse the owner for such
repairs (including diagnosis) not to exceed Volvo Trucks North America, Inc’s suggested
retail retail price for the warranted parts and the labor rate appropriate for the geographical
area and the tasks performed.
Replaced parts and paid invoices must be presented to a Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
dealer for reimbursement.
General Information 11
The emissions control parts covered by this Emission Control System Warranty are listed
under "What Is Covered by the Emissions Warranty." You are responsible for the perfor-
mance of all required maintenance on your new Volvo engine, including maintenance or
repairs needed due to severe operating conditions. Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. will
not deny a warranty claim solely because you have no record of maintenance. However,
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. may deny a warranty claim if your failure to perform
required maintenance resulted in the failure of a warranted part. Receipts covering the
performance of regular maintenance should be retained in the event questions arise con-
cerning maintenance. The receipts should be transferred to each subsequent owner of the
vehicle with the emission warranted engine.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. wishes to help to assure that the Emission Control Sys-
tem Warranty is properly administered. In the event that you do not receive the warranty
service to which you believe you are entitled under the Emission Control System Warranty,
you should contact Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. Warranty Administration, (336) 393-
2000. The address and telephone number of each Regional Office is in your vehicle
owner’s manual. If you need additional assistance or information concerning the Emission
Control System Warranty, contact: Volvo Trucks North America, Inc., Warranty Adminis-
tration, (336) 393-2000.
1 Malfunctions in any part caused by any of the following: misuse, abuse, improper
adjustments unless performed by a Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. dealer, modifi-
cations, alterations, tampering, disconnection, improper or inadequate maintenance, or
use of fuels not recommended for the engine as described in the owner’s manual.
2 Damage resulting from accident, acts of nature or other events beyond the control of
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
3 The replacement of expendable maintenance items such as filters, hoses, belts, oil,
thermostat and coolant made in connection with scheduled maintenance services once
these parts have been replaced. Any parts replaced under warranty before the first re-
quired replacement point are warranted for the remainder of the warranty period.
4 Replacement items which are not genuine Volvo parts or not authorized by Volvo
Trucks North America, Inc.
5 Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle or engine, or commercial loss.
6 Any vehicle on which the odometer or hourmeter has been disconnected or the
mileage (or hours) has been altered so the actual usage cannot be readily be deter-
mined.
7 Any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United States.
12 General Information
Noise Emissions
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. warrants
to the first person who purchases this vehi-
cle for purposes other than resale and to
each subsequent purchaser, that this vehicle
as manufactured by Volvo Trucks North
America, Inc. was designed, built and
equipped to conform, at the time it left the
control of Volvo Trucks North America,
Inc., with all applicable U.S. EPA Noise
Control Regulations.
or
Engine
Removing or altering engine speed pro-
gramming so as to allow engine speed to
exceed manufacturer’s specifications.
Fuel System
Removing or altering engine speed pro-
gramming so as to allow engine speed to
exceed manufacturer’s specifications.
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