Trailer Jockey Operators Handbook
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cian to examine the steering mechanism. Minor adjustments
could head off further problems.
Check power steering system for leaks or hose chaffing. Repair
at once. Maintain proper steering gear and power steering
pump lubricant levels. Regularly inspect all steering linkage,
particularly for body-to-chassis clearance.
3-6.3 B
RAKES
AND
T
RANSMISSION
Test service and parking brakes to make sure you will be able
to stop and stay stopped.
Be sure you can control direction of travel and speed. Shift the
transmission control lever in both directions.
The brake
must be applied when shifting from neutral to forward
or reverse.
With the transmission in neutral and the brakes applied,
accelerate and decelerate the engine to make sure the throttle
works correctly and returns to idle properly.
3-6.4 F
INAL
C
HECKS
Recheck lights, mirrors, horn and other safety devices. Sit
properly and in an alert position and make sure your seat belt
and shoulder belt are fastened and positioned properly.
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