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WHERES THE ENGINE BRAKE?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by eliasm169, Mar 28, 2018.

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  1. Mar 28, 2018 #1
    eliasm169

    eliasm169 Bobtail Member

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    Can't find engine brake on 2005 freightliner. Anybody know where it is?
     
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  3. Mar 28, 2018 #2
    hagarcobra

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    Should be a switch on the dash. Should be labeled.
     
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  4. Mar 28, 2018 #3
    eliasm169

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    Looked all over can't find anything
     
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  5. Mar 28, 2018 #4
    MACK E-6

    MACK E-6 Moderator Staff Member

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    Might not be equipped with one.
     
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  7. Mar 28, 2018 #5
    AModelCat

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    Not all trucks have an engine brake believe it or not.
     
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  8. Mar 28, 2018 #6
    xsetra

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    post a picture of your dash.
     
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  9. Mar 28, 2018 #7
    Hulld

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    It's a 2005 so it probably has those paddle switches that have all the writing worn off them and your left with nothing but white spots.
    May I suggest you just start pushing buttons till you find the one that operates the brake.
     
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  10. Mar 29, 2018 #8
    BigBob410

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    Usually on the engine! But the switch is on the dash...if it has one.
     
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  11. Mar 29, 2018 #9
    diesel drinker

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    Haha,my point from Volvo thread has been proven!
    No problem finding Jake brake switch in 2005 Volvo:p.
    OP,that switch is probably under passenger seat :D!
    Or some other strange spot.
     
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  12. Mar 29, 2018 #10
    SteveScott

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    Down low just above the cup holder. Never driven one that old, but currently they're on the bottom row next to the outside mirror heater switch. Three position toggle.
     
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