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TRANSMISSION SHIFT SELECTION
0014 00
THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS:
Park (P) position, Neutral (N) position, Reverse (R) position, First Gear (1ST), Second Gear (2ND), Third Gear
(3RD)
The transmission is controlled by transmission shift selector. The transmission shift selector has six positions: park
(P), neutral (N), reverse (R), first gear (1st), second gear (2nd) and third gear (3rd). The transmission does not up
shift or down shift automatically. The operator must select the proper gear range as speed increases and de-
creases. Use transmission positions as follows:
PARK (P)
Use P when:
1. Starting main engine
2. Locking brakes (brake pedal must be depressed to lock brakes)
3. Locking steering
4. Vehicle is parked
5. Vehicle is stationary and using boom and winches
6. Vehicle is halted for long periods with engine running
7. Personnel or equipment is nearby
NEUTRAL (N)
Use N when:
1. Vehicle is halted for short period
2. Doing neutral steer
3. When vehicle is being towed
