PREVOST X3-45 2017, Operator'S Manual

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Care and Maintenance
PA1627 X3-45 Operator’s Manual
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FIRST SERVICE ON NEW VEHICLE
NOTE
Refer to Maintenance Manual for precise
service schedule.
ENGINE OIL
Preliminary oil change is not required since the
engine has been test-run at the factory. Change
oil and filter as specified in Section 24 of the
Maintenance Manual.
COOLANT SYSTEM FILTER
The coolant system filter is designed to recover
the soldering residues trapped inside the coolant
lines during their initial assembly. Clean filter
after first 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and then every
50,000 miles (80 000 km). Refer to the
Maintenance Manual under section 05: Cooling
System.
NOTE
If soldering has been performed on cooling
system, clean filter after 3,000 miles (5 000
km).
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Understand basic principles of vehicle
operation;

Always maintain the vehicle in good running
condition;

Do not drive with low fuel. If the fuel tank
runs dry, the engine will not start until the air
is bled from the fuel system. Refer to
"Maintenance Manual" for more information;

Allow engine to run for at least two minutes
at normal idle before 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 (N) position and apply parking brake
when the vehicle is stopped. A warning
buzzer will sound if the engine is stopped
and the parking brake has not been applied
when foot pressure is removed from the
brake pedal;

Always follow the procedures described in
this manual;

Unless stated otherwise, shut OFF the
engine before performing all servicing,
lubrication and maintenance tasks;

Do not attempt to push or pull-start the
coach;

The vehicle may be damaged if towed with
the axle shafts or driveshaft connected;

Depending of the options selected, two
chemical fire extinguishers are under the
first row of passenger seats or one
extinguisher is in the first curb-side
overhead compartment. In case of fire,
immediately evacuate all occupants.
Occupant safety is the first priority. Do not
attempt to extinguish the fire if there is
immediate danger or risk for personal injury;

When driving on ice and snow, accelerate
and decelerate gradually;
WARNING
Report all problems affecting passenger or
driver safety to a Prevost service center or an
authorized service center. Have problems
corrected immediately.