Cab Amenities
Western Star vehicles are available with many optional features. The following are some of those options.
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Dash Tray / Optional CB Location
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USB Port
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Power Outlets
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Map Pocket
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Coin Tray
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Cup Holders
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Storage Cup
Fig. 1, Dash Amenities
Cab Privacy Curtain
The cab privacy curtain provides coverage for the side windows and windshield.
Cup/Thermos Holder
A thermos holder inboard of the driver's seat is available.
Three cup holders and a storage pocket are molded into the center dash
Lighting
See Ignition Switch for detailed information regarding lighting controls.
Dash Power Outlets
Depending on options selected, the dash provides up to two power sources and a tray:
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Two 12V power outlets and a coin tray
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One 12V power outlet and a lighter with ashtray
Radio and CB
The standard radio is mounted in the center dash panel and consists of AM/FM/WB tuner with Bluetooth, a USB port, and auxiliary inputs.
A pole antenna can be mounted on the right-hand side mirror or a thin-film antenna can be mounted on the right-hand side of the cab roof.
The CB is typically installed in the overhead console. An optional hot mount may be installed on top of the dash for fleet CB radios.
Storage
Large storage pockets are molded into the lower portion of the driver and passenger doors. A map pocket is located on the passenger side of the center dash and a small storage cup is located on the driver side of the center dash.
If equipped, storage compartments are located in the overhead console above the windshield and the cab doors.
For compartments with doors, open the door by pulling outward on the latch. The doors are hinged at the top, and will swing upwards.
Windshield
The standard windshield is solar glass designed to block UV rays and reduce glare and heat loss.
Windshield options include impact resistant solar glass, or an impact resistant solar glass heated windshield.
If equipped with a heated windshield, the vehicle will have windshield heat dash switch, shown in Fig.. When active, the windshield heat switch icon will illuminate green. To turn off the windshield heat, toggle the switch down.
Fig. 2, Windshield Heat Switch
If the windshield heat switch is activated, the windshield heat will turn on when the ambient air temperature is at or below 28°F (-2°C). The headlight heating system will also activate; for full details on this feature see Headlights.