Fifth Wheel Instructions 323
Trailer Coupling Procedures
This procedure covers vehicles with and
without air suspension.
Failure to properly couple the tractor and
trailer can result in trailer separation,
causing death and property damage.
Using the following procedures, inspect the
equipment before coupling to a trailer:
Make sure the fifth wheel is properly lubri-
cated and the jaw is in the open position.
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WARNING
If the jaw is not in the open position,
use a pry bar to rotate the jaw to the
open position. The lock is spring loaded.
Keep hands away to avoid injury.
Use a pry bar to open the fifth wheel jaw,
if necessary.
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Make sure the plate is tilted downward to
the proper position at the rear.
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