2008 Yale Forklift Parts Manual – OEM Factory Specs

If you’re working on a Yale GDP or GLP forklift from 2008 and you don’t have the factory parts catalog, you’re flying blind. I’ve seen too many guys order parts for a GLP18 with a 2.0L LPG engine and end up with diesel parts because the online catalogs mix them up. This 430 pages manual from Yale covers GDP16-GDP20 and GLP16-GLP18 models. It’s the original factory document, not a aftermarket reprint. Let me tell you exactly what’s inside and why it matters on the shop floor.

Engine Breakdowns for Diesel and LPG

Two separate engine chapters. The DIESEL ENGINE (2.5L) section includes everything from the CYLINDER BLOCK and CYLINDER HEAD to the CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON, TIMING GEAR COVER AND OIL SUMP, and the OIL PUMP. The LPG ENGINE (2.0L) mirrors that with its own CYLINDER HEAD, CAMSHAFT AND VALVES, and OIL SUMP AND TIMING GEAR sections. Understanding how Internal Combustion Engine works helps when you’re matching pistons to liners. Each part is drawn in exploded view with the factory part number right next to it. No guessing.

What Does This Manual Cover?

General Truck sections: FRAME AND FLOORPLATES, ENGINE COVER, COUNTERWEIGHT, OVERHEAD GUARD, SEAT FULL SUSPENSION (two sheets), FENDER, HOOD LATCH, LABELS. Then the three main powertrain chapters: Diesel Engine (2.5L), LPG Engine (2.0L), and Fuel System. The fuel system chapter alone covers TANK LPG, FUEL SYSTEM GLP, REGULATOR OPEN LOOP, CARBURETOR LPG OPEN LOOP, GOVERNOR, AIR FILTERS for both LPG and diesel, FUEL TANK AND LINES GDP, plus the throttle pedal linkage and foot directional control pedal linkage for both variants. That’s the kind of detail you need when a pedal assembly has been swapped or the governor bracket is missing.

Fuel System Sections – LPG vs Diesel

The fuel system chapter splits cleanly. For LPG trucks you get the REGULATOR OPEN LOOP GLP 16/20 AF and CARBURETOR LPG OPEN LOOP. For diesel trucks it’s FUEL SYSTEM GDP 16/20 AF 2.5L and FUEL FILTER GDP. The FUEL TANK AND LINES GDP section shows the exact routing and clamps. Don’t order a diesel fuel filter for an LPG truck – the manual’s layout prevents that mistake.

Get Real OEM Part Numbers

Aftermarket part catalogs often have errors, missing superseded numbers, or generic illustrations. This is the original Yale publication. Every bolt, gasket, seal, and bracket is listed with the correct OEM part number. The NOISE REDUCTION ENGINE COVER and NOISE REDUCTION FRAME sections show sound-deadening parts that aftermarket catalogs ignore.

3 Systems You Should Cross-Reference

The ELECTRICAL SYSTEM sections (both 2.5L and 2.0L) list alternators, starters, sensors, and harness connectors. The COOLING SYSTEM sections cover radiators, hoses, and fan assemblies. The UPSWEPT EXHAUST sections show the entire exhaust path from manifold to tailpipe. Cross-reference your worn parts against these diagrams – you’ll spot differences in mounting brackets or pipe bends that aftermarket listings miss.

Audience – Who Needs This Manual?

DIY mechanics swapping an engine? You’ll see every component that connects to the block. Shop owners stocking parts? The part numbers here match Yale’s inventory system. Parts counter guys? Stop trusting third-party software – pull the factory page. If you work on these trucks regularly, the 2008 manual pays for itself on the first correct order. For a broader context on the Automotive Industry Overview, this manual is a prime example of OEM documentation.

Does this manual include service procedures like torque specs and repair steps?

No. This is a parts catalog only. It shows exploded views and part numbers.

Can I use this manual to identify parts for a 2008 Yale GLP16 with the 2.0L LPG engine?

Yes. The manual is organized by model prefix (GDP/GDPxxx, GLPxxx) and engine type. The LPG engine section includes all components from cylinder block to carburetor and regulator. You’ll find the fuel system section with the open loop regulator and carburetor parts. The exploded diagrams are indexed by part number, so you can cross-reference with your existing parts. Just verify your truck’s serial number prefix matches the manual’s coverage.

Don’t order parts without it. Download the Factory Manual and start pulling the right parts the first time.