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PUTTING THE M876 TRUCK IN MOTION - CONTINUED
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Backing (reversing) - M876 truck headed downgrade;
(1) Maintain truck position with parking brake control (1).
(2) Move transmission range selector (2) into R - reverse drive range (3).
(3) Depress accelerator pedal (4) increasing engine speed (rpm) to approximately 850-900 rpm.
(4) Push parking brake control (1) in to release parking brake.
(5) The truck may tend to roll forward, hold it in position by applying the brake pedal (6) using your left foot.
(6) Depress accelerator pedal (4), at the same time decrease brake pedal (5) pressure.
(7) As soon as reverse motion of the truck is established, release brake pedal (5) completely.
(8) Back at low speed and observe the guide's signals, using your rear-view mirrors.
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