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PREVOST X3-45 2017, Operator'S Manual

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PA1627 X3-45 Operator’s Manual 

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DIMENSIONS

 

AND

 

WEIGHTS

 

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CAPACITIES

 

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FUEL

 

TYPE

 

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BIODIESEL

 

FUELS

 

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WHEELS

 

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TIRES

 

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ECOMMENDED

 

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IRE

 

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NFLATION

 

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RESSURE

 

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AXIMUM

 

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OLD

 

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OAD

 

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BELTS

 

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VOLVO

 

D13

 

ENGINE

 

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ALLISON

 

TRANSMISSION

 

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PROPELLER

 

SHAFT

 

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BRAKES

 

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B

RAKE

 

C

HAMBER

 

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FFECTIVE

 

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REA

 

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AIR

 

SYSTEM

 

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ANTILOCK

 

BRAKING

 

SYSTEM

 

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TROUBLESHOOTING

 

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TESTING

 

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AUTOMATIC

 

TRACTION

 

CONTROL

 

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ELECTRONIC

 

STABILITY

 

PROGRAM

 

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STEERING

 

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ELECTRICAL

 

SYSTEM

 

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SUSPENSION

 

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BEAM

 

AXLE

 

FRONT

 

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USPENSION

 

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PTION

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INDEPENDENT

 

FRONT

 

SUSPENSION

 

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DRIVE

 

AXLE

 

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TAG

 

AXLE

 

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ALIGNMENT

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

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COOLING

 

SYSTEM

 

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FUEL

 

SYSTEM

 

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EXHAUST

 

SYSTEM

 

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HEATING

 

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AIR

 

CONDITIONING

 

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OIL

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

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ENGINE

 

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A

LLISON

 

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RANSMISSION

 

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D

IFF

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RENTI

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L

 

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P

OWER

 

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TEERING

 

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ESERVOIR

 

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Summary of Contents for X3-45 2017

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL X3 45 COACH...

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Page 3: ...COACH MANUFACTURER OPERATOR S MANUAL X3 45 COACH Model Year 2018 PA1627 September 2017...

Page 4: ...Year 2018 Applicable to From J 6245 up to J 6279 From J 7448 up to J 7478 Featuring Cooling system with electric fans New electrical architecture GHG 2017 emission control First edition Sept 2017 REV...

Page 5: ...card at the end of this manual to promptly notify Prevost of any change of address or transfer of ownership This will ensure we provide fast and reliable coach service to all coach operators Note Ill...

Page 6: ...HG certified tire In order to maintain the certified rolling resistance of the tires which optimize fuel economy the maintenance procedures provide by the tire manufacturer must be followed EVENT DATA...

Page 7: ...5 1 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE 6 1 SAFETY FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT 7 1 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 8 1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9 1 ABBREVIATIONS APPENDIX A SERVICE LITERATURE APPENDIX B TROUBLESHOOTING GUI...

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Page 9: ...Safety Precautions PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 1 1 SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES 2 DEFENSIVE DRIVING PRACTICES 2 OTHER PRECAUTIONS 3...

Page 10: ...e Shut off the engine before refueling adding oil performing maintenance or servicing tasks unless stated otherwise Fuel is highly flammable and explosive Do not smoke when refueling Keep away from op...

Page 11: ...eheater system and some electronic modules which are energized during 15 minutes after the ignition has been set to the OFF position Prior to working on one of these electrical components set the batt...

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Page 13: ...SS DOOR 6 CONDENSER COMPARTMENT A C 7 EVAPORATOR COMPARTMENT 8 COOLANT HEATER 8 REAR FENDERS 9 FRONT ELECTRICAL AND SERVICE COMPARTMENT 9 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENTS 10 SPARE WHEEL COMPARTMENT 10 FUEL AND DI...

Page 14: ...EF filler door 6 Condenser compartment 7 Entrance door control switch 8 Entrance door 9 Engine compartment rear door 10 Rear view mirror manually adjustable 11 Spare wheel compartment 12 Front electri...

Page 15: ...olant fluid surge tank filler cap 4 Coolant fluid surge tank sight glass 5 Power steering fluid reservoir 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Air filter 8 Engine air restriction indicator 9 Alternator 3 Road side...

Page 16: ...rior compartment key or if so equipped by the central door locking system To open pull towards the front on the rod located in the recess to the right of the door NOTE This compartment can be locked u...

Page 17: ...n automatically when the engine door is opened A catch engages to maintain the door in the full open position To close the door slightly lift up the door and release the catch before firmly shutting d...

Page 18: ...keep the radiator door closed WARNING Cooling fans may be running when the engine is shut down in the following conditions If a High Exhaust Temperature condition exists e g following regeneration Th...

Page 19: ...stem to cool before handling Wear protective clothing and glove while servicing CONDENSER COMPARTMENT A C Pull the release latch located inside the adjacent baggage compartment to open the condenser d...

Page 20: ...or release latch is located on the right wall of the baggage compartment left of the door Pull the release latch then slide your hand in the opening to depress the secondary lock and swing open OPENIN...

Page 21: ...electrical section of the front compartment provides access to the following Vehicle Electrical Center Front VECF Relays and diodes MCM Front terminal block IOE B Multiplex Modules VECU ABS Electronic...

Page 22: ...or locking mechanism could result Lights in the baggage compartments turn on automatically when the baggage compartment door is opened Electrical power remains available for the baggage compartment l...

Page 23: ...key is provided for unlocking the door if the option was chosen FUEL DEF FILLER DOOR 03046 NOTE Provided the vehicle is parked on level ground an automatic nozzle will automatically shut off when fue...

Page 24: ...locked in any position other than fully open or fully closed The door can then be opened or closed further by pushing or pulling on the door A proximity sensor will finish the closing of the door whe...

Page 25: ...ey appear REAR VIEW MIRRORS 18668 To provide good visibility in cold weather the mirrors are equipped with heating elements The elements are activated automatically Thermostats are used to prevent con...

Page 26: ...optional Your vehicle may be equipped with a factory installed trailer hitch which has been designed to meet the following rating TRAILER HITCH 23337_2 Maximum gross trailer weight 20 000 lbs 9072 kg...

Page 27: ...g minimum test load requirements without incurring failure o Longitudinal tension and compression Gross Trailer Weight of trailer x 3 o Transverse thrust Gross Trailer Weight of trailer x 1 o Vertical...

Page 28: ...Coach Exterior PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 2 16...

Page 29: ...ONFIGURATION FOR MOBILITY DEVICES 6 SEATED to STOWED position 7 STOWED to SEATED position 8 4 POINT SECUREMENT WITH ANCHORAGE TO PASSENGERS SEAT PEDESTALS 9 Wheelchair Occupant Restraint 9 OVERHEAD CO...

Page 30: ...t the rear of the coach STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT Push on the valve button located in the foot operated control housing to unlock the steering wheel for tilt and telescopic adjustment refer to Control...

Page 31: ...n seat DANGER The driver s seat must be adjusted to allow the driver easy access to the coach controls Never adjust seat while driving vehicle as this could result in loss of vehicle control DANGER Ma...

Page 32: ...ent knob is located on the front left edge of the seat cushion Pulling the knob out releases air pressure this decreases height Pushing the knob in increases the seat height 4 HEADREST Pull the headre...

Page 33: ...driver safety The belt should not be worn twisted Avoid pinching belt and or belt hardware in seat mechanism Do not wear belt over rigid or breakable objects such as eyeglasses pens or keys as these...

Page 34: ...to extend and retract to allow passengers some freedom of movement in the seat Locks only when the vehicle or occupant slows quickly abruptly or stops suddenly Will not secure a child safety seat Auto...

Page 35: ...of the seat With your foot depress and hold the release bar Move the seat a few inches away on the rails then release bar This action lifts the stowing plunger from the receptacle in the rail and pla...

Page 36: ...along the rails to the stowed position using handle if pulling or lower portion of backrest if pushing When seat reaches stowed position plungers will click down and you will feel the seat stop With y...

Page 37: ...center aisle side Fasten the shoulder belt by inserting the lap belt tab into the shoulder belt buckle A retractor adjusts shoulder belt length automatically WARNING A snug fit with the lap belt posi...

Page 38: ...ch located on the dashboard refer to Controls Instruments chapter will activate the reading light circuit and allow passenger control of reading lights Turning the key or ignition lever to the accesso...

Page 39: ...a spring release type sunshade on the driver s left side window To operate pull down the sunshade by its hem to the appropriate position and release It will remain in position To raise depress the unl...

Page 40: ...side overhead storage compartment door OVERHEAD STORAGE COMPARTMENTS 18603 WASTE CONTAINER The waste container is located on the lavatory wall and is accessible through an opening on each side of the...

Page 41: ...Coach Interior PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 3 13 NOTE This fan runs constantly when the ignition switch located on the dashboard is in the ON position LAVATORY 23235_1...

Page 42: ...Coach Interior PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 3 14...

Page 43: ...ON SYSTEM AFSS 10 PROTECTION PANEL 10 MANUAL ACTIVATION SWITCH 10 CRUISE CONTROL 10 Turning the system on 10 Setting at a desired speed 11 PREVOST AWARE ADAPTIVE CRUISE BRAKING 12 TURNING THE ACB SYST...

Page 44: ...peed 37 18BHigh exhaust system temperature HEST 37 19BDPF regeneration request 37 Low DEF level 38 20BCHARGING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT 38 21BIntake air preheater on wait before starting 38 22BFlat tire w...

Page 45: ...ndshield Washer Control 5 52 Windshield Wipers 6 52 STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS 53 HORNS 54 FOOT OPERATED CONTROLS 54 BRAKE PEDAL 54 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 55 ALLISON TRANSMISSION 55 OPERATION 55 PUSHBUTTON SH...

Page 46: ...o the off position all electrical supply from the batteries is cut off with the exception of battery equalizer check module ecm ignition and power supply Allison tcm i shift transmission ecu coolant e...

Page 47: ...he ignition key to the OFF position before trying to restart the engine The ignition switch is equipped with a starter protection which inhibits turning the key to the START position if the key has no...

Page 48: ...OT certification plate 4 OBD On Board Diagnostics receptacle 5 Foot operated steering wheel adjustment release knob 6 Driver s utility compartment 7 Dashboard 8 Rear view monitor not provided 9 Front...

Page 49: ...PANEL 32TLATERAL CONTROL PANEL32T 1 Transmission control pad 2 Control switches 3 Not functional outside rear view mirrors are manually adjustable 4 Tag axle control valve 5 Parking brakes control va...

Page 50: ...r to CRUISE CONTROL PREVOST AWARE ADAPTIVE CRUISE BRAKING paragraphs in this chapter Kneeling System 06250 Momentarily press the rocker switch downwards to lower the front end of the coach 4 inches 10...

Page 51: ...ctor assembly Lift the safety cover and push down to release brakes Refer to SAFETY FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT chapter 6 PREHEATER TIMER Use the timer to program the start time of the optional engine cool...

Page 52: ...nking until power is cycled to the system AFSS PROTECTION PANEL MANUAL ACTIVATION SWITCH MANUAL ACTIVATION SWITCH The manual activation switch allows immediate system activation extinguisher discharge...

Page 53: ...driving with cruise control each time the RES button is momentarily depressed the cruising set speed is raised by 1 mph 2 km h 19TNOTE When driving with cruise control the vehicle can still be acceler...

Page 54: ...ocker switch was in the on position the rocker switch must be reset by turning it off then on again in order for the cruise control to be reactivated WARNING Do not use the cruise control when driving...

Page 55: ...NOTE Whenever the service brakes are applied by intervention of the ACB or by the driver normal cruise will automatically be cancelled The driver must resume or set the cruise mode in order for the ve...

Page 56: ...ble warning beeping or tone means that your vehicle is too close from the vehicle ahead Dashboard Telltale When ACB is turned on and a cruise speed is set if the forward vehicle is detected in range b...

Page 57: ...ahead to avoid a potential collision The Impact Alert is also applicable to stationary metallic objects such as stopped or stalled vehicles This alert provides a warning given up to 3 0 seconds before...

Page 58: ...ehicle or a stationary metallic object in your lane of travel ACTIONS BY ACB SYSTEM On the dashboard the Forward Vehicle Detected telltale UflashesU in Ured Impact Alert pop up message appears on the...

Page 59: ...ACB NOT AVAILABLE pictogram will appear on the DID status line FORWARD VEHICLE DETECTED telltale light ACB NOT AVAILABLE pictogram For proper functioning of the system the radar must be perfectly ali...

Page 60: ...llustrated in this document and there is one reading appearing on each side instead of two as illustrated in this document Start up When turning the ignition switch to ON the screen shown below appear...

Page 61: ...linking rectangle around the pressure temperature readings is not impacted by the acknowledgement and keeps blinking until the error condition disappears The spare tire does not contribute to alarms a...

Page 62: ...ress any keys to get the bottom lines showing the status information replaced with the menus The pressure readings are still displayed and updated as new readings are received and the readings are bli...

Page 63: ...ard Panel 2 Instrument Cluster 3 Vehicle Clearance Information 4 R H Dashboard Panel 5 HVAC Control Unit 6 Audio video Selector Panel VSS 05 7 AM FM CD Radio not equipped 8 Air Vents 9 Brightness Cont...

Page 64: ...FF Switches are described in the order they appear from left to right top to bottom L H DASHBOARD PANEL The L H dashboard panel includes controls for the operation of the coach it also includes the ig...

Page 65: ...ing down on the rocker switch Refer to Other Features section and to wheelchair lift system s Operator s Manual for operating instructions 06264 Fast Idle For extended idling periods run the engine at...

Page 66: ...Other Features 06265 Engine Stop Override with Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression System Press the Engine Stop Override switch on the dashboard or the Delay Engine Stop switch on the AFSS prote...

Page 67: ...regardless if they were turned off individually by passengers Lights will also turn OFF gradually CAUTION To avoid running down the batteries when the engine is off turn off the lights or connect the...

Page 68: ...VAC CONTROL UNIT 22296 The vehicle is slightly pressurized by the central HVAC system to prevent dust and moisture from entering Air flow and controls divide the vehicle into two areas driver s area w...

Page 69: ...LED in the top right corner of the button illuminates when air is recirculated Use for faster driver s section heating This feature is automatically cancelled when defogging is activated Driver s sec...

Page 70: ...lume level bass treble etc for the passenger s area only The DVD player TV tuner P A system and auxiliary audio or video sources are controlled with this unit TURNING POWER ON AND OFF Press button to...

Page 71: ...anel will show D MIC and a gong sound can be heard 2 Turn volume knob to adjust microphone level 3 Press D MIC button again to turn off the driver microphone OPERATION OF THE GUIDE MICROPHONE 1 Press...

Page 72: ...rce 3 DMIC Press DMIC button to turn on the driver microphone Press DMIC button again to turn off the driver microphone 4 GMIC Press GMIC button to turn on the guide microphone Press GMIC button again...

Page 73: ...1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 4 31 AIR VENTS Three adjustable driver air vents in the dashboard and one near the door feed air to the driver s compartment Use the HVAC control panel to set air temperat...

Page 74: ...o the driver the telltale lights and the Driver Information Display DID Indications and warnings are presented according to three levels of attention required 1 THE TELLTALE LIGHTS The highest level o...

Page 75: ...e the instrument work in conjunction with AWARE Adaptive Cruise Braking ACB system Refer to Prevost AWARE Adaptive Cruise Braking paragraph TURBO BOOST PRESSURE PSI 06730 Indicates the turbo boost pre...

Page 76: ...TELLTALE LIGHT OIL PRESSURE PICTOGRAM WARNING Failure to take necessary action when the stop telltale light is on can ultimately result in automatic engine derate and shutdown Front Brake Air Pressure...

Page 77: ...ake air pressure is low 32TDEF level 06735 Indicates the amount of DEF diesel exhaust fluid remaining in the DEF tank The DEF tank is considered as being full when it contains 16 gallons 60 liters of...

Page 78: ...is engaged with a cruise speed set and the forward vehicle is in range the FORWARD VEHICLE DETECTED telltale light illuminates indicating the ACB system is actively tracking the forward vehicle GREEN...

Page 79: ...or service 16BCruise control Indicates that the cruise control is enabled 17BCruise control set speed Indicates that a cruising speed is set and stored in the memory 06740_A 18BHigh exhaust system tem...

Page 80: ...rmation Display DIAGNOSTICS menu Select VIEW ACTIVE FAULTS and then ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Scroll through the active faults The electrical system active faults will appear A diagnostic message indicating a...

Page 81: ...d Snow switch Flashes quickly when ESC or TCS intervenes to reduce risk of loss of control 06740_K 27BHigh beam Illuminates when the high beams are selected High and low beams are selected with the mu...

Page 82: ...iated to a STOP CHECK or INFORMATION telltale light must be acknowledged by pressing the ESCAPE or ENTER button after which the display returns to the same status that existed before the fault occurre...

Page 83: ...the ESCAPE button to return to the previous menu or display or to cancel a setting or operation To change settings To change a setting like the clock for example 5 Use the UP DOWN button to increase...

Page 84: ...27 X3 45 Operator s Manual 4 42 32TMULTI FUNCTION LEVER In alternate mode use the multi function lever as follows Move the lever up UP Move the lever down DOWN Push the lever away from you ENTER Pull...

Page 85: ...IVER INFORMATION DISPLAY GAUGES MENU PICTOGRAMS PICTOGRAM Description Engine oil temperature Outside air temperature A C A c compressor pressure This pictogram is displayed with A C compressor suction...

Page 86: ...n Allison transmission oil or filter replacement required This pictogram may be displayed with many different messages Pay attention to the displayed message which can advise that the transmission oil...

Page 87: ...ates that the A C system pressure is too low If the A C pressure is too low the compressor clutch disengages and the fan stops 19TNOTE When outside temperature is low it is possible and normal for tha...

Page 88: ...CTIVE FAULTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and see the fault messages 19TNOTE To prevent discharge of the batteries when the engine in not running some functions are automatically switched off if the batteries vo...

Page 89: ...avatory compartment is occupied This pictogram will appear only when the engine is shut down in order to advise the driver of the presence of a passenger in the lavatory compartment during a stop Lava...

Page 90: ...Proper units for the displayed value are written under the pictogram liters 100km km liter mpg liters hour Part of trip made using free electricity Percentage besides this pictogram represents percent...

Page 91: ...gine compartment while the vehicle is on the road An audible alarm informs the driver when a fire is detected In case of fire detection when parked parking brake applied engine running or not the elec...

Page 92: ...NLOCKED Indicates that at least one baggage compartment door is unlocked ADAPTIVE CRUISE BRAKING ACB NOT AVAILABLE Indicates that the adaptive cruise braking system is disabled ENGINE BRAKE Engine bra...

Page 93: ...ile the optional transmission retarder lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel Switches for the electric horn and the air horn are located directly on the steering wheel MULTI FUNCTIO...

Page 94: ...weather heat the windshield with the defroster to prevent icing and reduced visibility CAUTION To avoid damaging the pump mechanism do not use the windshield washer when the fluid level is very low or...

Page 95: ...CONTROL For the cruise control operating instructions refer to cruise control paragraph in this chapter 4 10 LEFT SUNSHADE RIGHT SUNSHADE NOT FUNCTIONAL 5 ESCAPE ENTER DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY Enter...

Page 96: ...d radio driver s radio volume 12 SEEK DASHBOARD RADIO WHEN EQUIPPED Use this button to seek up or down for a radio station HORNS The electric horn city horn and air horn highway horn are operated from...

Page 97: ...celerator pedal will not operate when the entrance door is open Allison Transmission The transmission is fully automatic Proper ranges should be automatically selected according to driving speeds to i...

Page 98: ...s about diagnostic code display procedure and fluid level check using the pushbutton shift selector TRANSMISSION SERVICE INDICATOR This indicator will be illuminated upon the detection of a service is...

Page 99: ...this range when pulling through mud and snow when speed control is needed for driving up or down steep grades or when maneuvering in tight spaces This range also provides maximum driving torque and e...

Page 100: ...Controls and Instruments PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 4 58...

Page 101: ...DUCEMENT 10 DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY DID MENUS 11 DRIVING MODE MENUS 12 Gauges 12 Fuel Data 13 Time distance 14 Prevost Liaison Option 14 Vehicle Messages 15 NON DRIVING STATIONARY MODE MENUS 15 Dis...

Page 102: ...elected 29 PREHEATER TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 31 WHEELCHAIR LIFT SYSTEM 32 INTERIOR APPOINTMENTS 32 WHEELCHAIR LIFT SYSTEM DOORS 32 OPERATING THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT 33 Normal Lift Operation To Ent...

Page 103: ...ctive regeneration is necessary when the engine internal combustion process alone does not generate enough heat A dosing system injects a mist of diesel fuel into the exhaust system to increase and ma...

Page 104: ...CHECK telltale light will illuminate In that situation engine performance is limited Perform a parked regeneration IMMEDIATELY to avoid further derate and prevent from entering into Level 4 LEVEL 4 f...

Page 105: ...mmediately If stationary regeneration is still not performed engine power derate and shutdown sequence may occur as per level 1 to level 4 sequence To initiate a stationary regeneration Park the vehic...

Page 106: ...specially copper and brass When detaching hoses and components do not spill DEF on disconnected or unsealed connectors If DEF is spilled on a disconnected or unsealed connector the connector must be r...

Page 107: ...Other Features PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 5 7 Disconnection of NOx sensor Disconnected exhaust temperature sensor Disconnected DEF temperature sensor Disconnected DEF quality sensor...

Page 108: ...TY REFILL DEF AT NEXT STOP TO AVOID 5 MPH LIMIT ENGINE IN DERATE 3 cycles of 2 beeps Engine torque reduction of 25 4 DEF tank empty and one 1 hour of operation in engine derate mode blinking DEF TANK...

Page 109: ...ycles of 2 beeps Engine derated 25 Engine will derate 40 in 240 mins 4 Poor DEF quality detected and four 4 hours of operation with active diagnostic troubleshooting code solid SERVICE DEF 5 MPH 8KM H...

Page 110: ...ive SCR system tampering diagnostic troubleshooting code confirmed solid SCR SYSTEM FAULT ENGINE IN DERATE 5 MPH 8KM H LIMIT IN XXX MINS 3 cycles of 2 beeps Engine torque reduction of 25 4 Reached fou...

Page 111: ...0 Battery State Of Charge Display Settings 1 Language 2 Units 3 Time Date 4 Favorite Display Setting 5 Display Light 6 Change Password Fuel Data 1 Fuel Flow ECO 2 Trip Fuel Used 3 Distance to Empty Di...

Page 112: ...Position I Shift transmission only Indicates the current gear position selected on the I Shift transmission D drive N neutral R reverse M manual 2 Outside Temperature 3 Engine Oil Temperature Selectin...

Page 113: ...ans expressed in percentage from 0 to 100 Fuel Data The Fuel Data menu provides information on the fuel consumption of the vehicle in various situations For example how much fuel has been used how muc...

Page 114: ...huts off after 60 seconds or if the ESCAPE button is depressed 3 Trip Odometer 1 and 2 Allows the operator to see the distance travelled since the last reset You can reset the trip odometer 1 or 2 in...

Page 115: ...the corresponding STOP CHECK or INFORMATION warning light will illuminate Scroll through the messages using the up down button Press ESC button to return to main menu RESET TRIP DATA When the Reset T...

Page 116: ...ansmission status Example You whish to display the engine oil temperature at the Gauge 1 position 1 Use UP DOWN button until Gauge 1 position is selected 2 Press ENTER button to confirm Use UP DOWN bu...

Page 117: ...View Active Fault A list of the control units on the vehicle is displayed Use this function to check for active faults on specific control units 2 View Inactive Fault Use this function to check for in...

Page 118: ...ess ESCAPE button select STOP TEST submenu and then press ENTER button twice TEST will disappear from the DID status line For further information concerning these functions refer to section 06 Electri...

Page 119: ...drop in the brake system Before starting the test through the DID complete the following a Start the engine and check that the brake systems air pressure is greater than 100 psi b Turn engine off c Re...

Page 120: ...km Trip fuel average mpg liter 100km km liter Trip fuel used gallons or liters Trip duration on cruise control hours Trip duration with engine rpm greater than economy rpm hours Trip duration while e...

Page 121: ...b menus provide information about the conditions required for performing regeneration The status can be OK regeneration allowed CHECK regeneration not allowed or N A not applicable When ATS Status is...

Page 122: ...le to a safe speed apply service brake and shift to a lower range Let the engine and engine brake slow the vehicle Keep brakes cool and ready for emergency stopping VOLVO ENGINE BRAKE VEB On vehicles...

Page 123: ...SE CONTROL AND ENGINE BRAKE When cruise control is enabled by the driver the engine brake mode is forced to AUTO mode and the engine brake will progressively engage up to 100 if the selected cruise sp...

Page 124: ...l of the drive wheels begin to spin the TCS system will reduce engine throttle to improve traction at all of the drive wheels If drive wheels begin to lose traction during acceleration TCS will engage...

Page 125: ...ent and drive at low speeds when operating the vehicle with the DCDL locked 4 Always unlock the DCDL as soon as the need for maximum traction has passed and the vehicle is traveling on a good road 5 D...

Page 126: ...rm will sound to warn the driver if the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h with tag axle raised The tag axle can be raised in tight maneuvering areas like in a parking lot or to make it easier to tu...

Page 127: ...ng even during the regulated intervals and during the delayed cut out of the heater The pump can also be operated independently of the heater by means of an appropriate circuit The heater can be switc...

Page 128: ...nues to operate until button 7 is pressed again or ignition is switched off NOTE If the ignition is switched off while heater is in operation the remaining operating time of 15 minutes flashes on the...

Page 129: ...e D Setting sign E Preheater on 6 Selection DOWN 7 Display F Error G Time H Day These instructions refer to the timer illustrated in Figure 1 They are the same instructions provided in the Spheros ins...

Page 130: ...aining time 2 Push enter button 5 to confirm Preheater stops automatically after remaining time is over The remaining time will not be saved It has to be adjusted and confirmed every further time If t...

Page 131: ...button 4 OPERATING TIME WITH INSTANT HEATING 1 Push instant heating button 4 when ignition is OFF operating time value appears in the display 2 Push selection button 3 or 6 to adjust operating time 3...

Page 132: ...lchair one row of seats must be folded and two rows must be folded and slid away Seats may be folded on both sides of the coach to make room for a second wheelchair POSSIBLE SEATING ARRANGEMENT Electr...

Page 133: ...ter any gear selection NOTE The activation switch must be in the ON position for this interlock feature to be in effect If in motion and the access door opens a telltale light will illuminate and an a...

Page 134: ...e attempting to operate lift The lift will not operate until this feature has been properly engaged Turn on wheelchair lift power switch located on the dashboard Enable lift control pendant by turning...

Page 135: ...11 LOWER HANDRAILS Press release button at base of handrail and lift the left handrail upward out of its socket Lower handrail to platform Repeat for right handrail Buckle safety belt 12 STOW PLATFOR...

Page 136: ...r for repair WARNING Read and comply with all warning labels and symbols affixed to the wheelchair lift WARNING Do not operate with a load in excess of 660 lbs 300 Kg NOTE The restraint belt acts as a...

Page 137: ...AL PLATFORM RELEASE SHAFT 23334 2 Take the manual backup pump handle attached to the inner side of the lift mechanism access door NOTE A second manual backup pump handle is secured inside the manual p...

Page 138: ...e vehicle as previously described To Manually Lower The Platform 1 Verify that rollstop is up closed Pull rollstop control knob out and rotate clockwise if it isn t up 2 Slowly pull the manual backup...

Page 139: ...d not need to be repeated in the field Readjustment should only be considered if the sensor aiming could not be adjusted to ignore both the wheelchair in the aisle and the platform during its normal m...

Page 140: ...re not pointing off at an extreme angle CHECKING NORMAL PLATFORM POSITION 23372 2 Note the sensor timing access hole This hole provides access to a plunger actuated switch that sets the sensor timing...

Page 141: ...WCL system connector located at compartment ceiling Remove 4 fixing bolts located inside compartment on each side of platform Grasp the platform and pull firmly sustaining a constant pull so that the...

Page 142: ...WHEELCHAIR LIFT INSTALLATION Raise the platform to proper level Insert the platform so that the rear carriage clears the stops Turn telescopic leg crank until the carriage comes in contact with the ra...

Page 143: ...EAT 2 STOPPING THE ENGINE 2 STARTING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2 STOPPING THE ENGINE 3 COLD WEATHER STARTING 3 JUMP STARTING 3 ENGINE PROTECTION SYSTEM 5 AUTOMATIC ENGINE SHUTDOWN 5 IDLE SHUTDOWN TI...

Page 144: ...fault and degrade the fuel system control CAUTION Special precautions are necessary with turbocharged engines to avoid possible turbine damage After starting run the engine at normal idle for two minu...

Page 145: ...the intake air should be warmed up by using the intake air preheater Turn the ignition switch to the ON position The preheater will not engage at coolant temperature above 54 F 12 C If the coolant tem...

Page 146: ...d and the transmission is in neutral N Turn off all lights heaters and other electrical accessories CAUTION Choose a booster vehicle which produces comparable amperage as your vehicle To jump start pr...

Page 147: ...ter the automatic engine shutdown sequence the engine may be restarted To do so turn the ignition switch to the OFF position during 7 seconds and then turn it back to ON However it will only operate f...

Page 148: ...rmal If an abnormal condition is observed stop the engine immediately and have the condition corrected DANGER Never let the engine run in an enclosed non ventilated area Engine exhaust fumes contain d...

Page 149: ...IRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS 6 20 LBS FIRE EXTINGUISHER 9 WARNING REFLECTORS 9 SPARE PARTS KIT 9 LIMP HOME BELT 9 SPARE WHEEL 10 CHANGING A WHEEL 10 JACKING POINTS 11 HYDRAULIC JACK 12 LIFTING...

Page 150: ...it tilt up the release bar and push the bottom of the window outwards as illustrated below The window is hinged from the top and will not fall out A telltale light on the dashboard illuminates when a...

Page 151: ...SCAPE LATCHING EMERGENCY ENTRANCE DOOR OPENING An unlatch air valve located on the front wall close to the entrance door allows emergency depletion of the door and latching cylinders Another unlatch v...

Page 152: ...4 EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AFSS The coach is equipped with the Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression System AFSS See below a brief description of the system the visual informatio...

Page 153: ...he vehicle s multiplex system to ignore vehicle interface outputs from the Protection Panel This feature is intended to be used only in emergency situations that require the vehicle to be restarted an...

Page 154: ...tale panel indicator illuminates for 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON to check the display operation and the communication between the display and the vehicle multiplex system This conf...

Page 155: ...counting wheels from left to right and then moves to the next axle counting axles from front to rear It activates the next wheel parameter each time a wheel is done This setting is integrated with th...

Page 156: ...steps of 1 PSI in the range from 5 to 20 PSI Temperature alarm is done by steps of 5 F 2 C in the range from 150 to 180 F 64 to 82 C Pressing OK with ACCEPT highlighted applies changes and exits to th...

Page 157: ...s WARNING REFLECTORS LOCATION 23376 SPARE PARTS KIT The vehicle may be equipped with a spare parts kit optional The kit contains parts such as bulbs circuit breakers belts etc The spare parts kit is s...

Page 158: ...ove the spare wheel from the compartment 1 Loosen the screw holding the tire in place see image 2 Remove the wave pin and the clevis pin 3 Pull the spare wheel out of the compartment using the strap R...

Page 159: ...installed in their respective compartments CAUTION Check that the bumper is securely closed shut before driving JACKING POINTS Twelve jacking points are located on the vehicle three are located on eac...

Page 160: ...t under the vehicle or load for any reason unless it is properly supported with safety stands and securely blocked DANGER Do not load jack above rated capacity Prevent side loading make sure load is c...

Page 161: ...nnect an external air pressure line from the tow truck to the emergency fill valve in the engine R H side compartment The emergency fill valve in the front service compartment does not supply air pres...

Page 162: ...fill valve in the front service compartment does not supply air pressure to the brake system The air pressure must be a minimum of 75 psi 520 kPa and the line should be attached to the air line with a...

Page 163: ...talled on front of each front axle wheel to reduce water splash on rear view mirrors Splash guards may be installed behind each dual wheel of the drive axle to prevent stone projectiles from being thr...

Page 164: ...he ignition is at the ON position on a vehicle with a CAN defective or certain functions will start up by themselves Disconnect the charger before starting the vehicle if not the default functions wil...

Page 165: ...RIFICATION 6 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 6 TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL 6 POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL 8 DRIVE AXLE WHEEL BEARING OIL LEVEL 8 FRONT AND TAG AXLE WHEEL HUBS 8 COOLANT FLUID LEVEL 8 WINDSHIELD WASHER HEADL...

Page 166: ...ator s Manual 8 2 SERVICE BRAKE TEST 14 PARKING BRAKE TEST 14 EXTERIOR LIGHTING VERIFICATION 14 FIRST SERVICE ON NEW VEHICLE 16 ENGINE OIL 16 COOLANT SYSTEM FILTER 16 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 16 WALK A...

Page 167: ...h a clean white absorbent rag 2 Clean stain by starting at the outer edges of the stain and working in toward the center 3 Blot affected area frequently with a clean dry absorbent cloth to prevent sta...

Page 168: ...TE Remove stains on laminated surfaces with a household detergent methylated spirits or mineral turps Clean with a mild liquid abrasive and water solution if stain persists CARPET Vacuum carpets regul...

Page 169: ...eld wiper streaking keep silicone sprays away from windshield Remove road film and wax build up from windows with lukewarm soap and water or with an alcohol based cleaning agent If a chamois is used t...

Page 170: ...ice FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION Periodic inspection of oil and fluids levels is the most economical and easiest way to help your vehicle perform at its best Rigorous oil level inspection and replacement...

Page 171: ...o F 16o C and 50o C With the engine idling make sure the parking brake is applied and the transmission is in neutral N Remove and wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth Check oil level If the oil level...

Page 172: ...s are non serviceable items Bearings are pre adjusted lubricated and have seals fitted as part of the manufacturing process The bearings are greased for life and there is no need or facility for re lu...

Page 173: ...ys use windshield washer fluid suitable for freezing temperature only OTHER VERIFICATIONS It is good practice to regularly inspect the vehicle for signs of component wear and to perform safety and mai...

Page 174: ...d periodically or when the telltale light on the dashboard illuminates if equipped with this system To drain water loosen the drain valve below the separator Close the drain valve when finished The op...

Page 175: ...njury do not clean camera with transmission in reverse R Shut off engine and apply parking brake before cleaning CAUTION To prevent scratches to the camera protective glass do not wipe with dry rag Us...

Page 176: ...or and heating coils It is held shut by quarter turn screws Slide out the filters for maintenance purposes PASSENGERS AREA AIR FILTER REMOVAL 22306 CAUTION Be sure not to install filter in inverted po...

Page 177: ...are installed by Prevost on a new vehicle a special tire inflation chart is added next to the certification plate WARNING Do not exceed maximum inflation pressure Incorrect tire pressure increases tir...

Page 178: ...nds to activate the test mode This test can be done when the engine is not running providing that the battery charge is sufficient above 24 0 volts The telltale panel alarm emits a sound each second t...

Page 179: ...light illuminates Once these commands tested activate the test mode to check the exterior lighting by pulling up the multi function lever 3 times within 3 seconds Go to the front of the vehicle and ch...

Page 180: ...shutting OFF Engine should be at idle when shifting from neutral N to forward D or from neutral N to reverse R The automatic transmission does not have a park P position Place transmission in neutral...

Page 181: ...Care and Maintenance PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 8 17 COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION COMPONENTS REPRESENTATION MAY DIFFER SLIGHTLY FROM ACTUAL VEHICLE...

Page 182: ...ne coolant surge tank 8 Steering knuckle pins 28 Coolant filter conditioner 9 Steering damper cylinder 29 Engine air filter restriction indicator 10 Secondary air tank 30 Engine air filter 11 Kneeling...

Page 183: ...ed no serious cuts bulges tread wear or any signs of misalignment valve stem not touching wheel or rim valve cap in place Check windshield and headlights washer reservoir fluid level and add if necess...

Page 184: ...d level can also be checked from push button shift selector add if necessary Check power steering reservoir fluid level add if necessary Check coolant surge tank fluid level add if necessary Check air...

Page 185: ...Care and Maintenance PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 8 21 Perform a brake test Check both primary and secondary pressure gauges...

Page 186: ...Care and Maintenance PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 8 22...

Page 187: ...TIVE AREA 7 AIR SYSTEM 7 ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ABS 7 TROUBLESHOOTING AND TESTING 7 AUTOMATIC TRACTION CONTROL ATC ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM ESP 7 STEERING 7 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8 SUSPENSION 8 I BEA...

Page 188: ...l Information PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 9 2 PRE HEATING SYSTEM 11 PLATES AND CERTIFICATION 11 SAFETY CERTIFICATION 12 DOT CERTIFICATION PLATE 12 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN 12 COACH FINAL R...

Page 189: ...Technical Information PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 9 3 X3 45 OVERALL DIMENSIONS SIDE ELEVATION 18673_1...

Page 190: ...Technical Information PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 9 4 X3 45 OVERALL DIMENSIONS TOP FRONT AND REAR VIEWS 18674_3...

Page 191: ...3 45 Diesel Exhaust fluid tank DEF 16 gall U S 60 l Cooling system excluding heating syst 17 4 U S gal 66 l Allison Automatic Transmission does not include external circuit 6 U S gallons 23 l 6 9 U S...

Page 192: ...eight the TPMS set point need to be increased accordingly CAUTION These tire pressures are established in accordance with the maximum allowable load on each axle A lower pressure is recommended if the...

Page 193: ...valves is from 40 to 176 F 40 to 80 C TROUBLESHOOTING AND TESTING For troubleshooting and testing of the vehicle s anti lock braking system refer to Meritor WABCO Maintenance Manual Anti Lock Brake S...

Page 194: ...h one has a reserve capacity of 200 minutes and a cold cranking capacity of 800 amps 100 amp battery equalizer SUSPENSION Goodyear rolling lobe type air springs bellows are used throughout I BEAM AXLE...

Page 195: ...in 0 0 15 toe out TAG AXLE Minimum value Nominal value Maximum value Thrust angle 0 02 0 0 02 Total toe 0 08 toe in 0 0 02 toe out Use the drive axle as reference COOLING SYSTEM Extra capacity Aluminu...

Page 196: ...cool air delivered from registers in the passenger overhead compartments CENTRAL A C Air conditioning capacity 9 tons Refrigerant type 134A Heating capacity 152 000 Btu h Air flow main A C 2 600 cfm 7...

Page 197: ...ine Fuel consumption 4 8 US qts hr 4 5 l hr Rated voltage 24 V DC Operating voltage 20 28 V DC Electric power consumption without water pump 110 watts Dimensions L Inch mm W H 24 01 610 mm 9 69 246 mm...

Page 198: ...afety Standards at the time of manufacture Information such as date of manufacture model year gross vehicle weight rating tire types and inflation pressure is also etched on this plate The DOT Certifi...

Page 199: ...13 COACH FINAL RECORD The Coach Final Record is a record of all data pertaining to the assembly of the vehicle This record is shipped to the new customer via a courier company Retain this record in th...

Page 200: ...Technical Information PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 9 14...

Page 201: ...ronique de contr le de la stabilit E Eco Roll FAP Filtre Particules Diesel Particulate Filter DPF FDA Following Distance Alert Alerte de distance FED Fluide d chappement Diesel Diesel exhaust fluid DE...

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Page 203: ...A 1 SERVICE LITERATURE 2 NOTICE 3 DECLARATION OF THE MANUFACTURING DEFECTS TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES 3 DECLARATION OF THE MANUFACTURING DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT 3 DECLARATION OF...

Page 204: ...pful to mechanics and drivers alike Maintenance Manual Operator s Manual Parts Manual Service Center Directory You have three possibilities to order service literature 1 By phone with this toll free n...

Page 205: ...ost Car Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of transportation Washington D...

Page 206: ...Appendix A PA1627 X3 45 Operator s Manual 4...

Page 207: ...NOSTIC and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The message No Response ModA53 Active indicates a power problem on the module or a CAN network problem b Check reset circuit breaker CB5 c Check replace fuse F65 d Probe g...

Page 208: ...trol the temperature by playing with the passenger set point Set above 22 C 72 F to heat and below 22 C 72 F to cool Entrance door does not open nor close using the control buttons Defroster fan not f...

Page 209: ...2 Check reset circuit breaker CB1 3 Check replace fuse F45 4 Probe gray connector on module to see if it is powered Low beam headlights and front flasher on left side not functioning Electric horn not...

Page 210: ...49 is not powered or is faulty 1 Check the SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC menu of Driver Information Display DID Select FAULT DIAGNOSTIC and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The message No Response ModA52 ModA49 Active indicates...

Page 211: ...ule to see if it is powered Sound system not functioning Circuit breaker CB11 tripped 1 Check CB11 2 Check replace fuse F148 F200 Fire alarm telltale light and audible alarm always ON and there is no...

Page 212: ...ot function and the engine is overheating You can manually engage the radiator CAC fans half speed 50 or full speed 100 1 On the Driver Information Display select DIAGNOSTICS menu Select VEHICLE TESTS...

Page 213: ...CATION AT ENGINE START 3 OIL LIFE MONITOR 3 FILTER LIFE MONITOR 4 TRANSMISSION HEALTH MONITOR 5 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING CODES DTC ALLISON 5TH GENERATION CONTROLS 7 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING CODES...

Page 214: ...shown The number indicates the number of quarts of fluid the transmission requires 7 High fluid level condition with the number of quarts in excess is displayed as shown NOTE Confirm a low fluid level...

Page 215: ...e for the required baseline fluid and then is continuously adjusted for cumulative effects of such operating parameters as operating time retarder operation output shaft revolutions and shift frequenc...

Page 216: ...or 2 minutes after the first selection of D drive range Once the Filter Monitor mode has been accessed via the shift selector the OIL FILTER OK or REPLACE FILTERS message is displayed in the selector...

Page 217: ...off Thereafter the indicator will be lit upon each initialization of the TCM and will remain on steady during all vehicle operation until service is performed and the indicator is reset If the transmi...

Page 218: ...to 0 Some number from 9 to 0 3rd press Filter Life Monitor F M Present life of filter is acceptable OIL FILTER OK Present life of filter is unacceptable REPLACE FILTERS 4th press Transmission Health M...

Page 219: ...d with that specific diagnostic algorithm Historical codes which are by definition inactive are codes that are no longer failing their algorithm but are retained in the TCM in order to help the techni...

Page 220: ...t the diagnostic mode by one of the following methods 1 Press simultaneously the Upshift and Downshift arrow buttons at the same time on the pushbutton shift selector 2 Press any range button D N or R...

Page 221: ...ECK Light Inhibited Operation Description C1312 Retarder Request Sensor Failed Low No May inhibit retarder operation if not using J1939 datalink C1313 Retarder Request Sensor Failed High No May inhibi...

Page 222: ...P0727 Engine Speed Sensor Circuit No Signal No Default to turbine speed P0729 Incorrect 6 th Gear Ratio Yes DNS Attempt 5 th then 3 rd P0731 Incorrect 1 st Gear ratio Yes DNS Attempt 2 nd then 5 th P0...

Page 223: ...R P1790 Gear Shift Module 1 Calibrated Invalid Yes Shift selector language or units incorrect P1791 Gear Shift Module 2 Calibrated Invalid Yes Shift selector language or units incorrect P1891 Throttle...

Page 224: ...mit No None P2793 Gear Shift Direction Circuit Yes Ignores PWM input from shift selector P2808 Pressure Control Solenoid 6 PCS6 Stuck Off Yes DNS RPR P2809 Pressure Control Solenoid 6 PCS6 Stuck On Ye...

Page 225: ...or 5X Flashes F 05 Flame detector Wiring Defective flame detector Damaged wiring open or short circuit Replace flame detector 6X Flashes F 06 Temperature sensor Wiring Defective temperature sensor Dam...

Page 226: ...N D BUS network problem Antennas power is short circuited or defective Cycle the ignition between the ON and OFF position then check if TPMS telltale indicator illuminates for 3 seconds Reprogram a se...

Page 227: ...nd sensors ID has not been reprogrammed into the display Wheels have been installed without sensors One of the antennas is defective or not properly connected Check that all antennas are properly conn...

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