Special Application Services

• Allison Transmission™ Vehicles Only: Replace external transmission filter at first engine oil change only.
• Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Check dual wheel nut torque at 160 km/100 mi, 1 600 km/ 1,000 mi and 9 700 km/6,000 mi.
• Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi.
• Have underbody flushing service performed once a year.

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    Driving on Grades
    Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might get hot and no longer work well. Vehicles can tow in D ...

    Trailer-Tow Mirrors
    If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer view of the objects behind you. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. Th ...

    Weight of the Trailer
    How heavy can a trailer safely be? Speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature, special equipment, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry must be considered. See “Weight of ...