FOREWORD
This service manual has been prepared with two purposes in mind. First, it will introduce the trained
maintenance professional to the latest field-tested and factory approved major repair methods. Secondly,
it will acquaint the reader with the construction of Columbia Industrial Commercial vehicles and assist
him/her in performing basic maintenance and repair. We sincerely believe that this manual will make your
association with Columbia Industrial Commercial vehicles more pleasant and profitable.
In addition to the information given in this Service Manual, Service Bulletins are issued to Columbia
Industrial Commercial Vehicle Dealers, from time to time, which cover interim engineering changes and
supplementary information. Service Bulletins should be consulted for complete information on the models
covered by this manual.
To ensure the safety of those servicing Columbia Industrial Commercial vehicles and to protect the
vehicles from possible damage resulting from improper service or maintenance, the procedures followed
in this manual should always be followed exactly as outlined. Execution of the procedures and trouble-
shooting tips as outlined will ensure the best possible service from the vehicle(s). To reduce the chance
of personal injury and/or property damage, carefully observe NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and
DANGER recommendations throughout this manual. See Chapter 1 for additional details.
Preparation For Service
Proper preparation is very important for efficient service work. A clean work area at the start of each job
will allow you to perform the repair as easily and quickly as possible and reduce the incidence of
misplaced tools and parts. Columbia Industrial Commercial vehicles that are excessively dirty should be
cleaned before work begins. Cleaning will occasionally uncover trouble sources. Tools, instruments and
parts needed for the job should be gathered before work is started. Interrupting a job to locate tools or
parts is a needless delay. Special tools required for a job are listed at the front of each section.
Model Identification
Always, give the full vehicle identification number when ordering parts or making inquiries about your
Columbia Industrial Commercial vehicle.
Use of the full and complete vehicle identification number (VIN) information will assure your dealer or
service provider is supplying you with the correct parts for your vehicle. See Chapter 2 for vehicle
identification information.
Use Genuine Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, use only genuine Columbia Industrial Commercial
Vehicle parts or parts with equivalent characteristics including type, strength and material.
Failure to do so may result in product malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/or
passenger.
To ensure a satisfactory and lasting repair job, follow the service manual instructions carefully and use
only genuine Columbia Industrial Commercial Vehicle replacement parts. This is your insurance that the
parts you are using will fit right, operate properly and last longer. When you use genuine Columbia
Industrial Commercial Vehicle parts, you use the best.
Product References
When reference is made in this manual to a specific brand name product, tool or instrument, an
equivalent product, tool or instrument may be used in place of the one mentioned.
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