PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER 2018 Operator'S Manual Download

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8-4 CARE AND MAINTENANCE

PA1633 X3-45 Commuter Operator’s Manual

Marking Ink (Felt-tip Pens)

Treat with Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone (MEK) followed
by method two.

Oil, Grease And Paint

Remove excess using a knife. Treat with
method one followed by method two. If stain
persists, repeat procedure.

Rust Stains

Remove rust stains by following method two.
Apply a warm oxalic acid solution to stained
area. Rinse with water.

Tar

Soften tar with benzene, then treat using method
one followed by method two.

Chewing Gum

Soften gum with cyclohexane. Carefully scrape
off stains using a sharp knife or razor blade.

PLASTIC AND VINYL

Clean plastic and vinyl trim using a clean damp
cloth or sponge. For vinyl trim marks, use a
lukewarm all purpose cleaner or a mild saddle
soap. Remove water spots and soap traces
using a clean damp cloth or sponge. Dry with a
clean soft cloth.

Remove grease, tar or oil stains with a clean
cloth or sponge and an all purpose or solvent-
type vinyl cleaner.

Apply a colorless vinyl or leather protective
product to maintain the luster and pliability of the
plastic or vinyl surface.

WINDOWS

Clean the inside of the windows with a solution
of one part vinegar to ten parts water.

STAINLESS STEEL

Use a stainless steel cleaner and follow the
manufacturer's instructions. Stainless steel
cleaning solution may be ordered from Prevost
Car Inc. quoting part number 68-0356.

FORMICA

Remove stains on Formica surfaces with a
household detergent, methylated spirits or
mineral turps. Clean with a mild abrasive and
water solution if stain persists.

CARPET

Vacuum carpets regularly to prolong carpet life.

RUBBER COMPONENTS

Use only pure water or glycerin to clean stains
on rubber components.

CAUTION

Never use solvents on rubber components.

FLOOR CLEANING

Clean vinyl floors with a quality nonionic
detergent cleaner. Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for cleaning.

Remove any excess detergent solution using a
wet/dry vacuum or mop. Rinse floor with a
solution of one part Clorox to ten parts warm
water.

Polish dry floor using a high-speed buffer and a
smooth red 3-M polishing pad.

Mop floor periodically with a solution of 5 per
cent Clorox in warm water.

NOTE

For custom or special floor covering materials,
consult the manufacturer or your converter for
information on how to clean and maintain
these types of floors.

CAUTION

Using a water hose to clean the floor is pro-
hibited since it could cause electrical shorts or
damage the electrical system.

EXTERIOR SURFACES

Frequent washing and waxing of the vehicle
exterior will help protect the finish and luster.
The paint finish is attacked by the abrasive
effects of airborne particles and corrosive
pollutants.

Before washing the exterior of the vehicle, close
the fresh air dampers using the “REC” button
located on HVAC control panel and on the air
intake duct in the evaporator compartment.
Install keyhole protectors to prevent water from
penetrating.  Rinse vehicle with water to remove
all loose dirt.  Wash vehicle using a quality
brand car wash soap.  Follow manufacturer's
recommendations for cleaning. Rinse well with
water.