🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Yale Product Name: Yale GDP135VX, GDP155VX, GLP135VX, GLP155VX, GP135VX, GP155VX (C878) Forklift Trucks Service Repair Manual Series Code: C878 Model Covered: GDP135VX, GDP155VX, GLP135VX, GLP155VX, GP135VX, GP155VX Model Type: Forklift Truck 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Forklift owners, technicians, maintenance personnel, DIY enthusiasts seeking to perform their own repairs and save costs. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive, step-by-step repair and maintenance guidance, enabling users to perform repairs themselves and save on labor costs. Key Features Key Selling Points: Complete information, detailed diagrams and illustrations, diagnostic troubleshooting, instant download, cost savings. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Focus: Service and Repair Page Count Estimated Page Count: Detailed and Comprehensive (Specific count not provided, but inferred from Cummins B Series manual contents and overall description) Manual Type Type: Complete Service Repair Manual Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF Distribution Method: Instant Download File Format Storage Options: Can be saved to hard-drive and burned to CD-ROM. 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Cummins B4.5RGT, GM 4.3L V-6 Engines, Three-Speed Powershift Transmission, Two-Speed Powershift Transmission, Drive Axle and Differential Assembly Operator Interface: Operator's Cab, User Interface Chassis Frame: Frame Cooling Lubrication: Cooling System, Lubrication Oil System (Cummins) Fuel Systems: LPG Fuel System (GM 4.3L), Gasoline Fuel System (GM 4.3L) Ignition Electrical: High Voltage Switch (HVS) Ignition, Electrical System, Wire Harness Repair Braking Steering: Brake System, Steering Axle Hydraulics: Hydraulics, Hydraulic Gear Pump, Hydraulic Cleanliness Procedures, Main Control Valve, Cylinder Repair (Mast S/N specific), Mast Repairs (Mast S/N specific) Procedures Included Maintenance: Periodic Maintenance, Technical Maintenance, Servicing Repair: Assembly, Disassembly, Overhaul (Cummins), Rebuild Procedures, Troubleshooting Diagnostics: Diagnosing, Diagnostic Troubleshooting, Trouble Finding Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive: from basic maintenance and troubleshooting to in-depth overhaul and repair procedures for all major systems. Content Quality: Contains specs, diagrams, actual real photo illustrations, and schemes. Reference Material Fastener Standards: Metric and Inch (SAE) Fasteners - provides guidance on fastener types and sizes used in the forklift. Calibration Procedures: Calibration Procedures - covers necessary calibration steps for various components or systems. Schematics Diagrams: Diagrams and Schematics - essential for understanding system layouts and troubleshooting. Specifications Data: Capacities and Specifications - provides essential data like fluid capacities, torque values, and performance figures. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip Compatibility: All Versions of Windows & Mac, Linux OS, iPhone, iPad, Android etc. Print Quality Searchable: Yes (Bookmarked and SEARCHABLE) Zoom Print: Viewable on any computer, zoomable, and printable Binding Type Binding: Digital (Downloaded PDF - no physical binding) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Format) Completeness Completeness Guarantee: 100% Complete and Intact, No Missing/Corrupt Pages/Sections ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Cummins Engine Model: Cummins B4.5RGT Engine Type: Turbocharged Diesel (RGT indicates Turbocharged Gas/Diesel) Engine Displacement: 4.5 Liters Primary Engine Gm Engine Model: GM 4.3L V-6 Engine Type: Gasoline or LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) Engine Displacement: 4.3 Liters Performance Horsepower Torque Specs: Detailed specifications are available within the manual, specific to each engine variant and model. Fuel System Fuel Types Covered: Diesel (Cummins), LPG, Gasoline (GM) Cummins Fuel System Coverage: Fuel System (Group 5), Injectors (Group 6) Lubrication Oil System Coverage: Lubrication Oil System (Group 7 - Cummins) Cummins Engine Coverage Cummins Manual Sections: Includes detailed sections from the Cummins B Series Shop Manual: Introduction, Component Manufacturers, Engine Identification, Service Literature, Disassembly/Assembly, Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head, Rocker Levers, Tappets/Push Rods, Fuel System, Injectors, Lubrication Oil System, Cooling System, Drive Units, Air Intake, Exhaust System, Air Equipment, Electrical Equipment, Engine Testing, Mounting Adaptations. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Three-Speed Powershift Transmission Repair, Two-Speed Powershift Transmission Repair Optional Transmission Optional Types: N/A (Manual focuses on specified transmission types) Features Powershift Capabilities: Detailed repair and maintenance for powershift functionality. Drive Axle Drive Axle Coverage: Drive Axle and Differential Assembly Repair 📐 Dimensions Exterior Forklift Capacity Range: Implied by model numbers: 13500 lbs to 15500 lbs (standard lift capacity, specific models may vary slightly). Weights Operational Weight: Specifications not provided, but can be found in manual's 'Capacities and Specifications' section. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Safety Features Coverage: General safety considerations implicitly covered through proper maintenance and repair procedures. Specific safety ratings are not detailed in the provided product information. Active Features Active Safety Systems: N/A (Focus on mechanical and electrical systems, not specific active safety tech like collision avoidance which is less common on older forklift designs). Passive Features Passive Safety Features: Operator's Cab design and structural integrity are implicitly covered through frame and cab repair sections. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment Systems: N/A - Forklifts of this era typically do not feature complex infotainment systems. Driver Assistance Driver Assistance Features: N/A - Focus is on mechanical and basic electrical systems, not advanced driver assistance. Connectivity Connectivity Options: N/A - Standard for industrial equipment of this vintage. User Interface User Interface Coverage: Detailed coverage...
N/A (Manual focuses on specified transmission types)
Features
Powershift Capabilities:
Detailed repair and maintenance for powershift functionality.
Drive Axle
Drive Axle Coverage:
Drive Axle and Differential Assembly Repair
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Forklift Capacity Range:
Implied by model numbers: 13500 lbs to 15500 lbs (standard lift capacity, specific models may vary slightly).
Weights
Operational Weight:
Specifications not provided, but can be found in manual's 'Capacities and Specifications' section.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Safety Features Coverage:
General safety considerations implicitly covered through proper maintenance and repair procedures. Specific safety ratings are not detailed in the provided product information.
Active Features
Active Safety Systems:
N/A (Focus on mechanical and electrical systems, not specific active safety tech like collision avoidance which is less common on older forklift designs).
Passive Features
Passive Safety Features:
Operator's Cab design and structural integrity are implicitly covered through frame and cab repair sections.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment Systems:
N/A - Forklifts of this era typically do not feature complex infotainment systems.
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance Features:
N/A - Focus is on mechanical and basic electrical systems, not advanced driver assistance.
Connectivity
Connectivity Options:
N/A - Standard for industrial equipment of this vintage.
User Interface
User Interface Coverage:
Detailed coverage of the User Interface, likely referring to operator controls and dashboard indicators.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Scheduled Maintenance:
The manual includes 'Periodic Maintenance' sections, providing essential intervals for tasks like fluid changes, filter replacements, and inspections.
Fluid Specifications
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Specific hydraulic fluid specifications (e.g., viscosity, API service classifications) will be detailed within the manual.
Engine Oil Type:
Engine oil specifications (viscosity grade, API service category) for both Cummins diesel and GM gasoline/LPG engines are provided.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Transmission fluid type and capacity for the powershift transmissions will be detailed.
Coolant Specifications:
Coolant type, mixture ratio, and capacity for both engine cooling systems are included.
Known Issues
Common Troubleshooting Areas:
The manual addresses 'Diagnostic Troubleshooting' for issues like 'High Engine Water Temperature' and covers general repair scenarios for all systems, implying common failure points are addressed.
Parts Information
Part Identification:
While not a dedicated parts catalog, the detailed repair procedures and diagrams implicitly aid in identifying parts for replacement.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Expertise:
Yale is a well-established and respected manufacturer of material handling equipment with a long history of producing durable and reliable forklifts.
Model Evolution
Model Family:
The C878 designation suggests a specific generation or series of Yale forklifts, incorporating engine options from Cummins and GM.
Production
Production Period:
The inclusion of 1991 and 1994 Cummins certification levels suggests the forklifts covered are likely from the early to mid-1990s.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Industry Recognition:
Yale is a recognized leader in the material handling industry, implying their equipment is designed to meet industry standards and perform reliably.
Certifications
Engine Certifications:
Cummins B Series manual mentions '1991 and 1994 Certification Levels', indicating compliance with emission or operational standards of those years.