TRANSMISSION AR 3583002 - Caterpillar

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Transmission Hold Control - The joystick control is located on the right side of the operator compartment. Push button (1) for the transmission hold is located on the left side of the joystick control. The transmission hold control prevents the transmission from shifting during normal operation. Use the transmission hold to prevent frequent transmission shifts on rough terrain. Use transmission hold in second gear to load the machine. Use transmission hold to unload the machine.ENGAGE - When the transmission hold is not engaged, push in on push button (1) to engage the transmission hold. The transmission will remain in the same gear. When the transmission hold is engaged, an indicator light will illuminate on the front dash. Refer to the “Indicators” topic in Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Monitoring System" for more information.DISENGAGE - When the transmission hold is engaged, push in on push button (1) to disengage the transmission hold. The transmission will shift automatically.Note: The tractor transmission and the scraper transmission will respond together.