Blue Bird Micro-Bird A1VC, Driver'S Handbook Manual

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Tire Inflation Pressure Decal
A decal specifying tire inflation pressures is attached to the
door frame post of the Driver's entrance door just below the
door latch. Also refer to the chassis Operators Manual for rec-
ommended cold inflation pressure according to specific loads,
speeds, and applicaitons.
[WARNING] Tire inflation pressure must not exceed the
specifications of the tire and/or wheel rim manufacturer for
the application. The inflation pressure embossed on the tire
sidewall does not take the wheel or rim capacities into con-
sideration. Tires should not be inflated above the pressure
listed on the Federal Certification plate without consulting
your tire/wheel distributor.
About 2007 Emissions Standards
Buses equipped with 2007 diesel engines are designed to conform to new and
stringent federal emissions standards. These standards affect both the equipment
installed at the factory and the fuel at the pump.
Buses powered by 2007 emissions standards diesel engines are equipped with
special exhaust systems to reduce emissions. The technical details of the systems
employed by various engine manufacturers differ, but share common general prin-
ciples. The exhaust muffler is a particulate filter which traps and burns microscopic
particles in a process referred to as “regeneration.” When heat in the exhaust is insuf-
ficient to fully burn the particulates, the system enters an “active” regeneration mode
so the necessary catalytic reaction can take place. During active regeneration events,
exhaust temperatures are elevated, and an indicator light on the instrument panel
illuminates to notify the Driver that regeneration is active. This regeneration mode is
automatic and normal, and requires no special action on the part of the Driver.
As part of the 2007 emissions standards, effective October 15, 2006, the EPA has re-
quired fuel retailers to sell lower-emission fuel, designated “ultra-low-sulfer diesel”.
After that date, all commercially-available number 1 and number 2 highway diesel
fuels are Ultra-low-sulfer diesel. This fuel must be used in all 2008 model buses pow-
ered by a 2007 emission standards diesel engine, as indicated by a decal located near
the fuel filler door, reading:
The engine in Blue Bird buses equipped with diesel engines must be operated
only with low ash engine oil and ultra low sulfur diesel fuel (meeting EPA speci-
fications for highway diesel fuel, including a 15 ppm sulfur cap).
For detailed information on recommended fuels and other fluids, always follow your
engine manufacturer’s guidlines.