Driving and Controls

Question 1

The MDT will continue to draw electrical current (____) even though the battery master switch is turned OFF.

Answer 1

approximately 7 to 8 amps

Question 2

Maximum inlet restriction for a new air cleaner is ___. If the gauge reads 25” H2O, check for restrictions.

Answer 2

10” H2O

Question 3

The Caterpillar,__, is a six-cylinder valve-in-head type engine.

Answer 3

C-13

Question 4

It has a 5.12” bore and a 6.18” stroke, with a total piston displacement of ___ cubic inches and a compression ratio of 17.1 to 1.

Answer 4

763

Question 5

Operating range is ___

Answer 5

1200 to 2100 RPM

Question 6

The best fuel economy is delivered between ____.

Answer 6

1200 – 1800 RPM

Question 7

The MODE button must be pushed in order for the transmission to shift from _____.

Answer 7

4th gear to 5th gear

Question 8

1st Gear
Use this range when pulling through mud or whenever ___ is desired, when maneuvering in tight spaces, or while driving up or down steep grades.

Answer 8

maximum traction

Question 9

1st Gear

First range provides the vehicle with its maximum ___ and maximum ___

Answer 9

driving power / engine braking effect.

Question 10

GEAR 1

Answer 10

2100 RPM / 14 MPH

Question 11

GEAR 2

Answer 11

2100 RPM / 26 MPH

Question 12

GEAR 3

Answer 12

2100 RPM / 35 MPH

Question 13

GEAR 4

Answer 13

2100 RPM / 50 MPH

Question 14

GEAR 5

Answer 14

2100 RPM / 68 MPH

Question 15

If the engine fails to start within ___, release the starter button and allow the starting motor to cool for approximately ___ before trying again.

Answer 15

15 seconds

Question 16

If there is no oil pressure indicated within ____, stop the engine and check the lubricating system.

Answer 16

10 to 15 seconds

Question 17

The pressure should not fall below ___ and normal operating pressure should be higher.

Answer 17

30 psi at 1800 rpm

Question 18

Try not to shut down the engine unless coolant temperature is ___ or less.

Answer 18

195º F

Question 19

In the event air brake system pressure drops below approximately ___ a warning buzzer and light will come on.

Answer 19

65 psi

Question 20

As soon as system air pressure increases past ____, the warning light and buzzer will shut-off.

Answer 20

65-75 psi,

Question 21

In an emergency situation, operator discretion must be used as to the need to operate the apparatus when there is less than ___ air pressure in both brake circuits.

Answer 21

90 psi

Question 22

Use extreme caution when operating the vehicle with either air brake section charged to less than ___ or property or personal injury could result.

Answer 22

60 psi

Question 23

If air pressure is reduced to approximately ___ in both systems, the spring brake valve will automatically apply.

Answer 23

40 psi

Question 24

The engine brake reacts quickly; it will activate or deactivate in less than ____.

Answer 24

1/4 of a second