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Jacobsen TRUCKSTER MX Owner's Manual

Summary of TRUCKSTER MX

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    Owner’s guide 649010 revised nov 2015 issued aug 2015 truckster mx.

  • Page 2: Welcome

    Welcome thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving the vehicle, we ask you to spend some time reading this owner’s guide. This guide contains the information that will assist you in maintaining this highly reliable vehicle. Some illustrations may show items that are optional for your vehi...

  • Page 3: Owner’S Guide

    Never modify the vehicle in any way that will alter the weight distribution of the vehicle, decrease its stability or increase the speed beyond the factory specifications. Such modifications can cause serious personal injury or death. The manufacturer, textron special- ized vehicles (tsv augusta), p...

  • Page 4: Notes

    Notes ii owner’s guide this vehicle was designed and manufactured in the united states of america (usa). The standards and specifications listed in the following text originate in the usa unless other- wise indicated. Use original equipment manufacturer (oem) approved parts to keep the warranty effe...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents

    B table of contents iii owner’s guide safety general ......................................................................................................................... 1 notices, cautions, warnings and dangers .................................................... 1 general operation..............

  • Page 6: Table of Contents

    B iv table of contents owner’s guide operating the vehicle ........................................................................................... 16 brake / parking brake pedal operation .............................................................17 horn operation ................................

  • Page 7: Table of Contents

    B table of contents v owner’s guide wheels and tires..................................................................................................... 32 recommended tire pressures .......................................................................... 32 tire repair .............................

  • Page 8: Table of Contents

    B vi table of contents owner’s guide periodic service schedule periodic service schedule .................................................................................. 49.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 1 owner’s guide safety general for any questions about material in this manual, contact an authorized representative. Read and understand all labels on the...

  • Page 10: Safety

    2 owner’s guide safety read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. This manual contains recommended maintenance procedures from the manufacturer. Follow the procedures and fault isolation information to get...

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    B safety read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 3 owner’s guide general operation the exhaust emissions of this vehicles’ engine complies with regulations set forth by the environmental protection agen...

  • Page 12: Safety

    4 owner’s guide safety read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Some components are heavy, spring loaded, corrosive, explosive, can cause high amperage or get hot. Battery acid and hydrogen gas can cause...

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    B safety read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 5 owner’s guide labels and pictograms hor n 74443g01 ! 1. To prevent roll-back on a hill from a stopped position 3. Fully release park brake 2. Apply ser...

  • Page 14: Safety

    6 owner’s guide safety read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Labels and pictograms hor n 608527 located on governor cover h o 2 1 2 3 p p p p p p 74093-g01 74093g01 negative ground battery clean gasol...

  • Page 15: General Specifications

    General specifications read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 7 owner’s guide general specifications model: truckster mx type: gasoline powered truck model year: 2016 part no: 648601g01 engine: 13 hp (...

  • Page 16: General Specifications

    8 owner’s guide general specifications read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Vehicle dimensions 10.5 in. (27 cm) 111.5 in. (283 cm) 77 in. (196 cm) front 38 in (97 cm) rear 38.5 in (98 cm) 44 in. (112...

  • Page 17: General Specifications

    B general specifications read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 9 owner’s guide turning diameter and incline information turning clearance dia. Approx. 20.3 ft (6.2 m) recommended max ramp grade 25% or...

  • Page 18: General Specifications

    10 owner’s guide general specifications read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Notes:.

  • Page 19: Introduction

    Introduction read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 11 owner’s guide introduction features general information if the vehicle has accessories that were installed at the factory, some accessories contin...

  • Page 20: Introduction

    12 owner’s guide introduction read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 7. Key / light switch the key / light switch is on the dash panel. The switch controls the basic elec- trical system of the vehicle ...

  • Page 21: Introduction

    B introduction read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 13 owner’s guide 18. Manual bed lift handle there are manual bed lift handles on both sides of the vehicle, that allow the bed to be raised from ei...

  • Page 22: Introduction

    14 owner’s guide introduction read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Notes:.

  • Page 23: Operating Procedures

    Operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 15 owner’s guide operating procedures before initial use read, understand and follow the safety label on the instrument panel. Make sure you ...

  • Page 24: Operating Procedures

    B 16 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide operating the vehicle incorrect use of the vehicle or lack of maintenance can cause damage or decreased performance. Read ...

  • Page 25: Operating Procedures

    B operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 17 owner’s guide brake / parking brake pedal operation the function of the lower part of the brake pedal is to control speed. Press the low...

  • Page 26: Operating Procedures

    B 18 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide if the vehicle has accessories that were installed at the factory, some accessories continue to operate with the key switc...

  • Page 27: Operating Procedures

    B operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 19 owner’s guide a load bed warning label is attached to the inside front of the truck bed. Understand and obey the warnings on this label ...

  • Page 28: Operating Procedures

    B 20 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide electric lift operation make sure your clothing can not be caught while you operate the electric lift. Make sure your fing...

  • Page 29: Operating Procedures

    B operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 21 owner’s guide do not overfill the engine. Too much oil can cause smoke or allow oil to enter the air filter enclosure. The oil dipstick ...

  • Page 30: Operating Procedures

    B 22 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide coasting do not allow the vehicle to coast at above recommended speeds. Control vehicle speed with the brake. Steep hills ...

  • Page 31: Operating Procedures

    B operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 23 owner’s guide fuel tank the fuel tank is found below the seat on the passenger side of the vehicle. Fill the tank with clean, automotive...

  • Page 32: Operating Procedures

    B 24 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide battery heavy use of accessories drains the battery which can leave insufficient reserve to start the vehicle. The vehicle...

  • Page 33: Operating Procedures

    B operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 25 owner’s guide optional winch operation if the vehicle is equipped with a winch, read, understand and follow all the information supplied...

  • Page 34: Operating Procedures

    B 26 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide incorrect use of the winch can create conditions that can cause injury or death to the operator or other people in the are...

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    B operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 27 owner’s guide read and understand the following before you use the winch. Do not use the winch for any hoisting operations. The rolling ...

  • Page 36: Operating Procedures

    B 28 operating procedures read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide put a heavy cloth, jacket or blanket over the cable to act as a damper in case the cable breaks when operating the winch. ...

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 29 owner’s guide maintenance serial number location the vehicle has two serial number and manufacture date code plates. Part c label is found on the b...

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    30 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide vehicle cleaning and care read and understand all instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the pressure washer before use. When y...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 31 owner’s guide lifting the vehicle you must lift the front, the rear or the entire vehicle for some service and maintenance operations. The vehicl...

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    32 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide how to lift the front of the vehicle only: 1. Put the wheel chocks in front and behind each rear wheel. 2. Put the jack at the center...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 33 owner’s guide use a tire plug to repair small holes in the tread part of the tire. For large holes and cuts, replace the tire. Tire plug tools an...

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    34 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide light bulb replacement to decrease the risk of premature bulb failure, do not allow your fingers to contact new bulbs. Use clean, dry...

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    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 35 owner’s guide transporting vehicle towing do not ride or allow other people on the vehicle being towed. Do not try to tow the vehicle with ropes,...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    36 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide service and maintenance read all notices, cautions and warnings before any type of service operations. The drive wheels must be lifte...

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    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 37 owner’s guide tire inspection tire condition should be inspected per the periodic service schedule. Inflation pressures should be checked when th...

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    38 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide the oil dipstick/fill cap must be in place before operating the engine. Failure to install the dipstick/fill cap will result in oil c...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 39 owner’s guide place the oil drain pan under the oil drain plug (1) at the rear of the engine base. Remove the drain plug (1) and allow the oil to...

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    40 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide do not overfill the engine. Too much oil can cause smoking or allow oil to enter the air filter enclosure. Both the oil dipstick and ...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 41 owner’s guide a new belt may be checked manually. A maximum deflection of 3/8" (10 mm) is acceptable. Tighten an existing belt to 75 - 80 lbs. (3...

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    42 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide air intake and cooling fins keep engine parts clean to reduce risk of overheating and igniting of accumulated debris. After every off...

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 43 owner’s guide air cleaner inspection and replacement the air cleaner unit on the vehicle is a dry unit. Do not use oil on the filter element or a...

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    44 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide brakes always inspect the pedal travel before you operate a vehicle to confirm some brake function is present. Make sure you perform ...

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    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 45 owner’s guide lubrication do not use more than three pumps of grease in a grease fitting at any one time. Excess grease can cause grease seals to...

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    46 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide 10. Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 oz. (15 ml) of sae 10 - 30 weight oil or fogging oil into the cylinder. Rotate the crankshaf...

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    B maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 47 owner’s guide hardware periodically, the vehicle should be inspected for loose fasteners. Fasteners should be tightened in accordance with the to...

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    48 maintenance read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Notes: owner’s guide.

  • Page 57: Periodic Service Schedule

    Periodic service schedule read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. 49 owner’s guide periodic service schedule periodic service schedule * - check c&a - check & adjust cl - clean r - replace remarks bef o...

  • Page 58: Periodic Service Schedule

    50 periodic service schedule read all of safety and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to notices, cautions, warnings and dangers. Owner’s guide front wheel alignment - inspect for unusual tire wear. C&a c&a c&a king pins - check for excessive play and tightness o...

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    Read the following warnings before operating vehicle: when you leave the vehicle, turn the key to the off position and remove the key from the vehicle. Drive the vehicle only as fast as terrain and conditions allow. Consider the terrain and traffic conditions. Consider environmental conditions that ...

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    Jacobsen, a textron company 1108 quality drive charlotte, nc, usa 28273 1-800-848-1636 www.Jacobsen.Com service parts manuals and repair and service manuals are available from the manufacturer. Copyrighted material this manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express permission ...