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PA1633 X3-45 Commuter Operator’s Manual 

ACCELERATOR

 

PEDAL ......................................................................................................................... 33

 

ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ................................................................................................. 33

 

OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................... 33

 

PUSHBUTTON

 

SHIFT

 

SELECTOR ........................................................................................................ 33

 

PRIMARY

 

AND

 

SECONDARY

 

SHIFT

 

MODES ....................................................................................... 34

 

DESCRIPTION

 

OF

 

AVAILABLE

 

RANGES .............................................................................................. 34

 

R (Reverse) .......................................................................................................................................... 34

 

N (Neutral) ........................................................................................................................................... 34

 

D (Drive) ............................................................................................................................................... 34

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for X3-45 COMMUTER 2018

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

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Page 3: ...COACH MANUFACTURER X3 45 COMMUTER OPERATING MANUAL March 2018...

Page 4: ...PA1633 MARCH 2018 Featuring REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE FIRST RELEASE 03 2018...

Page 5: ...eep this manual in the coach at all times Make sure this manual is kept with the coach when ownership is transferred Please use the appropriate card at the end of this manual to promptly notify Prevos...

Page 6: ...led on this vehicle at the factory were certified to the U S EPA Greenhouse Gas GHG and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Fuel Efficiency regulations Replacement of these tires shou...

Page 7: ...10 SECTION 11 SECTION 12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 1 COACH EXTERIOR 2 1 COACH INTERIOR 3 1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 4 1 OTHER FEATURES 5 1 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE 6 1 SAFETY FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT...

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Page 9: ...SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 1 PA1633 X3 45 Commuter Operator s Manual SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES 2 DEFENSIVE DRIVING PRACTICES 2 OTHER PRECAUTIONS 3...

Page 10: ...hicle 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 fro...

Page 11: ...SITION 65 Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm Battery posts terminals and other related ac...

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Page 13: ...ERTREATMENT SYSTEM ACCESS DOOR 5 ENGINE RADIATOR DOOR 6 SCR CONVERTER ACCESS DOOR 6 CONDENSER COMPARTMENT A C 7 EVAPORATOR COMPARTMENT 8 COOLANT HEATER COMPARTMENT 9 REAR FENDERS 9 FRONT ELECTRICAL AN...

Page 14: ...ir access door 8 Baggage compartment 9 Entrance door control switch 10 Bi fold entrance door 11 Electronic destination sign or route number 12 Exhaust aftertreatment system access door 13 Engine compa...

Page 15: ...ss 5 Power steering fluid reservoir 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Air filter 8 Air filter restriction sensor 9 Alternator Road side 10 Alternators Curb side 11 Engine oil filler tube 12 Central A C compress...

Page 16: ...ck heater 120 volts connector ENGINE COMPARTMENT CURB SIDE DOOR This door can be locked or unlocked using the square drive T key ENGINE COMPARTMENT R H SIDE 18607_1 A telltale light illuminates when o...

Page 17: ...mission fluid dipstick NOTE The engine compartment lights will turn on automatically when the engine door is opened Check the engine compartment lamps swith on the right top corner if no light A catch...

Page 18: ...te at any moment Keep hands away from cooling fans or 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 Tempe...

Page 19: ...eatment System to cool before handling Wear protective clothing and glove while servicing CONDENSER COMPARTMENT A C Open the fuel filler neck access hatch and push the lever down to unlatch the conden...

Page 20: ...partment located to its left Pull the release latch then slide your hand in the opening to depress the evaporator compartment door secondary lock and swing open OPENING THE EVAPORATOR COMPARTMENT DOOR...

Page 21: ...ar fender COOLANT HEATER COMPARTMENT REAR FENDERS Rear fenders are hinged for maintenance on brakes and suspension Each rear fender panel has two mechanical spring loaded holding devices fixing it to...

Page 22: ...compartment turns ON automatically when the door is opened FRONT SERVICE COMPARTMENT 18611 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENTS The compartments can be locked or unlocked by using the provided key The baggage compar...

Page 23: ...is approximately 95 full CAUTION Diesel exhaust fluid DEF will begin to crystallize and freeze at 12 F 11 C and expand by 7 when frozen To allow expansion without damaging the DEF tank do not fill the...

Page 24: ...ACCESS DOORS Refer to Other Features for more information on operating the wheelchair lift REAR VIEW MIRRORS The vehicle is equipped with flat type and convex type rear view mirrors Convex mirrors gi...

Page 25: ...r Lock Mode 4 SEAT RECONFIGURATION FOR MOBILITY DEVICES 5 SEATED to STOWED position 5 STOWED to SEATED position 6 4 POINT SECUREMENT WITH ANCHORAGE TO PASSENGERS SEAT PEDESTALS 7 Wheelchair Occupant R...

Page 26: ...around the driver s area Three are located on the dashboard two on the R H side and one on the L H refer to Controls Instruments section Another one is located close to the door below the modesty pane...

Page 27: ...t operation becomes defective report to maintenance personnel immediately FASTENING SEATBELT 18028 NOTE The safety belt must be pulled out slowly and continuously otherwise it will lock the reel befor...

Page 28: ...receptacle Fold up armrests are installed on the seat PASSENGER SEAT BELTS Passengers are strongly advised to wear seat belts at all times Children can use a passenger seat belt as long as they are l...

Page 29: ...e child safety seat not being properly secured When using a booster seat do not pull the shoulder belt all the way out Doing so would engage the ALR lock mode which is not recommended with booster sea...

Page 30: ...l down in the green zone With your feet depress both levers located under the seat STOWED to SEATED position With your feet lift both levers located under the seat With your foot depress the pedal in...

Page 31: ...curement system includes 4 wheelchair restraint belts and retractors with anchorage to passengers seat pedestals Occupant securements lap and shoulder belt WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM To...

Page 32: ...button on the lap belt buckle Use the blue webbing loops whenever the wheelchair restraint belt hook cannot reach a stiff member of the wheelchair chassis TYPICAL USE OF THE BLUE WEBBING LOOPS OVERHEA...

Page 33: ...e vehicle helping reduce vibration and noise Fixed windows cannot be opened Emergency Windows These windows can be opened from inside the vehicle as emergency exits A riveted tag on window sills indic...

Page 34: ...traveling under overpasses with the ventilation hatch es open Check for maximum clearance height OVERHEAD COMPARTMENTS Passenger carry on baggage is stored in overhead compartments on each side of the...

Page 35: ...TROL SWITCHES 8 L H DASHBOARD PANEL 8 R H DASHBOARD PANEL 11 DRIVER S HVAC CONTROL UNIT 13 Passenger s section temperature setting 14 AIR VENTS 15 ELECTRONIC DESTINATION SIGN 15 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 18...

Page 36: ...3 45 Commuter Operator s Manual ACCELERATOR PEDAL 33 ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 33 OPERATION 33 PUSHBUTTON SHIFT SELECTOR 33 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SHIFT MODES 34 DESCRIPTION OF AVAILABLE RANGES 34...

Page 37: ...of an ignition key Use the ignition lever to activate the electrical circuit by turning it to the ON position IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS 06354 For further details refer to STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDU...

Page 38: ...ENTS PA1633 X3 45 Commuter Operator s Manual DRIVER S SECTION 18671_3 1 Lateral control panel 2 DOT certification plate 3 Diagnostic tool receptacle OBD 4 Foot operated steering wheel adjustment unloc...

Page 39: ...ransmission in this section for operating instructions and more information CONTROL SWITCHES 2 Back Up Alarm Cancel Switch 06338 Use this rocker switch to cancel the back up alarm NOTE Normal operatio...

Page 40: ...e right side control MIRROR CONTROLS 06374_1 PARKING BRAKES CONTROL VALVE 4 Spring loaded parking brakes are applied by pulling up the control valve knob Push down to release brakes Refer to SAFETY FE...

Page 41: ...Information Display DID Keyboard 3 Instrument Cluster 4 Vehicle Clearance Information 5 R H Dashboard Panel 6 HVAC Control Unit 7 Electronic Destination Sign Central Control Unit 8 Air Vents 9 Bright...

Page 42: ...on switch radio control and an adjustable air vent L H DASHBOARD PANEL 06762_1 Vehicle height information with hatches up and down WARNING Vehicle clearance is higher when the ventilation hatch is ope...

Page 43: ...switch is fully depressed second position 06268 Wheelchair Lift Power Switch Activate the optional wheelchair lift by pressing down on the rocker switch Refer to OTHER FEATURES section and to wheelcha...

Page 44: ...e TCS ESC telltale blinks slowly when the TCS Mud Snow mode is active Always remember to turn the Mud Snow feature off when driving on a firm road surface A new ignition cycle or a second pressing of...

Page 45: ...verride switch on the dashboard or the Delay Engine Stop switch on the AFSS protection panel to delay the engine shutdown and extinguisher discharge by an additional 15 seconds CAUTION Use this functi...

Page 46: ...s This switch powers the reading light circuit enabling passengers to operate their personal reading lights Refer to VEHICLE INTERIOR section CAUTION To avoid running down the batteries when the engin...

Page 47: ...vent cooling loss To prevent battery run down the central HVAC unit will not operate if the charging system is not working properly When the HVAC system is in operation park at least 4 feet from other...

Page 48: ...press on the or the sign Pressing these buttons will flash the displayed set point and the word SET will highlight Temperature range is between 60 F and 82 F 16 C to 28 C In case of interior temperat...

Page 49: ...r a destination Consult your Transit Authority code list Press the destination sign icon on the main screen to access the destination sign OSCP menu Press the Dest button DESTINATION SIGN OSCP MENU Us...

Page 50: ...YBOARD When the route number is entered OSCP displays the following information Destination number displays in the Dest field 1 Route number displays in the Route field 2 Route number and front destin...

Page 51: ...he floor just in front of the driver seat When activated a warning message will be displayed on all exterior destination signs to prompt passer by to call for help on behalf of the operator and allow...

Page 52: ...e 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 of attention The...

Page 53: ...Turbo boost pressure psi Indicates the turbo boost pressure in psi This pressure should be the same at a given engine temperature speed and load An unusual reading could indicate an engine failure 06...

Page 54: ...c engine derate and shutdown 06737 Front Brake Air Pressure Gauge Secondary System Indicates the front brake air system pressure in psi The normal operating pressure is from 122 to 140 psi The low air...

Page 55: ...ent of a pressure loss in the primary brake system the drive and tag axle service brakes will not function normally It is critical to bring the coach to a safe stop as quickly as possible If there is...

Page 56: ...is only 24 gallons 92 liters left in the fuel tank TELLTALE LIGHTS The telltale lights illuminate during 5 seconds at the start of every ignition cycle as a light bulb check Stop Indicates that a ser...

Page 57: ...tral below 3 mph 5 km h Aftertreatment System Malfunction Malfunction Indicator Lamp Indicates a failure of an emission control device May illuminates at the same time as the CHECK amber warning light...

Page 58: ...ved Intake Air Preheater On Wait Before Starting Illuminates when the intake air preheater element is in function Wait until this telltale light has turned off before starting the engine For more info...

Page 59: ...CK Telltale Light This telltale light means that a fault or an abnormal operating condition has been detected The vehicle must be checked at the next stop If the CHECK telltale light illuminates an as...

Page 60: ...isplay DID keyboard to scroll through them To select a menu 1 Press the or button to display the list of available menus 2 Use the button to scroll up or down through the menus 3 Use the button to ope...

Page 61: ...Pictogram Description Date and time Outside air temperature Icing condition If the exterior temperature is between 32 to 35 f the outside air temperature pictogram described above is replaced by this...

Page 62: ...essure Low accessories air pressure Low air in interlock brake system Normal pressure should be between 122 and 144 psi A C Fail Wait to start This pictogram illuminate at any instance of starter lock...

Page 63: ...front suspension of the vehicle kneeling is lowered Cooling fans low voltage This pictogram indicates that battery voltage is too low for proper fan operation TCS Status Icon This pictogram indicates...

Page 64: ...icle Cycle the ignition between the ON and OFF position and then start the vehicle normally This can be done on a temporary basis when a false alarm is activated by a defective fire detector The drive...

Page 65: ...een initiated manually Entrance door interlock Confirms that the entrance door interlock is enabled Entrance door interlock disabled Indicates that the entrance door interlock is disabled through the...

Page 66: ...s the foot operated switch to activate the electric horn city horn DISTRESS SIGNAL SWITCH Press the foot operated distress signal switch to signal an emergency and ask for immediate assistance A warni...

Page 67: ...nstructions and driving tips in the Allison 5 th Generation Bus Series Operator s Manual included in your vehicle s publication box OPERATION When a button is depressed on the transmission control pad...

Page 68: ...lied The pushbutton shift selector automatically select N Neutral when the ignition switch is turned ON NOTE The automatic transmission does not have a park P position Select N Neutral and apply parki...

Page 69: ...hen slowing the transmission will automatically downshift to first range Low ranges provide progressively greater engine and retarder braking power the lower the range the greater the engine and retar...

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Page 71: ...INFORMATION DISPLAY DID MENUS 9 GAUGES 10 FUEL DATA 11 TIME DISTANCE 12 VEHICLE MESSAGES 13 RESET TRIP DATA 13 DISPLAY SETTINGS 13 DIAGNOSTICS 15 PRE TRIP ASSISTANT OPTION 17 DATA LOG 18 AFTERTREATMEN...

Page 72: ...Beam 33 Adjust Acoustic Sensor Timing 33 INTERIOR APPOINTMENTS 33 Wheelchair Restraint System 34 Wheelchair Occupant Restraint 34 EMERGENCY OPERATION 34 Wheelchair area sliding door emergency unlock...

Page 73: ...dized due to the heat generated by the engine internal combustion process During normal highway operation exhaust temperatures alone are usually high enough to oxidize accumulating soot In low ambient...

Page 74: ...the 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...

Page 75: ...on is required immediately 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 regeneratio...

Page 76: ...lt diesel exhaust fluid DEF If urea solution comes into contact with the skin rinse with plenty of water and remove contaminated clothing If urea solution comes into contact with the eyes rinse for se...

Page 77: ...DEF QUALITY DRIVER WARNINGS AND INDUCEMENTS Conditions Triggers Amber Warning Light Did Message And Audible Warning Inducement 1 Good DEF quality None None 2 Poor DEF quality detected solid 1 4 DEF QU...

Page 78: ...2 4 SRC SYSTEM OK TO CONTINUE DRIVING 3 cycles of 2 beeps Engine torque derated 25 40 Engine torque reduction in 240 minutes 5 An SCR fault has been detected solid 3 4 SCR SYSTEM 5 MPH LIMIT IF VEHICL...

Page 79: ...essure 8 Battery Voltage 9 Allison Transmission Oil Life 10 Battery State Of Charge 11 Electric Cooling Fan Status Display Settings 1 Language 2 Units 3 Time Date 4 Favorite Display Setting 5 Display...

Page 80: ...s in the vehicle Current Gear Position I Shift transmission only Indicates the current gear position selected on the I Shift transmission D drive N neutral R reverse M manual 1 Outside Temperature 2 E...

Page 81: ...both Charge Air Cooler and radiator cooling fans 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 Fo...

Page 82: ...me of arrival ETA 1 Time And Date Adjust time and date with this menu The instrument cluster has its own internal battery so the date and date setting is keep in memory even if the vehicle s battery i...

Page 83: ...t 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 Trip Data menu is open pressing and holding down the ENTER...

Page 84: ...utton until Gauge 1 position is selected Press ENTER button to confirm Use UP DOWN button to scroll through the available gauges When the engine oil temperature gauge is displayed press ENTER button t...

Page 85: ...on the control units in the vehicle to check for faults Instrument tests are available to check the telltales gauges display and speaker The part number of a control unit can be identified in the par...

Page 86: ...Use this menu to delete an inactive fault for a particular control unit Note it is not possible to delete inactive faults of the Engine ECU 6 Vehicle Tests Use this menu to perform tests on several c...

Page 87: ...to end the test and turn off all the exterior lights 2 Air leakage Monitor The Air Leakage check allows the driver to accurately measure the amount of air pressure drop in the front and rear brake air...

Page 88: ...ECU Available information Total distance traveled Total fuel used Total engine hours Total idle time Total PTO hours Total engine revolutions 3 Trip Data This menu displays the trip information listed...

Page 89: ...This menu can only be accessed if the correct password has been entered Use this function to reset measurements of the Trip Data menu before each new trip or leg AFTERTREATMENT This menu permits to t...

Page 90: ...n menu you can cancel a REGEN cycle PASSWORD Certain functions are password protected These passwords give the user access to all password protected functions The default password is 0000 1 1 Password...

Page 91: ...et operator The driver can send and receive short text messages which are visible through the Driver Information Display The following menus are available 1 Read Message Quick Response only available...

Page 92: ...tion is the normal operational mode of the system SELF DIAGNOSTIC MODE The self diagnostic mode is entered through a menu selection using the LCD The self diagnostic includes the following tests Gauge...

Page 93: ...Alert CHECK COOL TEMP Yes No DM1 Clears Low Coolant Level LOW COOLANT LEVEL Yes No message clears after 30 sec LOW COOLANT LEVEL Yes No Flag Clears Check Coolant SNS CHECK COOLANT SNS Yes No Flag Cle...

Page 94: ...llowing screen that is used to select if values are to be displayed in metric units or English units Pressing M or waiting 5 seconds exits to Settings and Diagnostics menu 2 Contrast Selecting menu it...

Page 95: ...Number SPN and Failure mode Identifier FMI as received from the engine for active faults via J1939 5 Trans Faults For all ECU an array is defined containing DTC SPN Specific FMI If the SPN is not kno...

Page 96: ...The main use for these screens is in troubleshooting the system 8 Brake Lining state Item 15 A sub menu is displayed to choose between 3 types of displaying In 1 32 of inches In millimeters In The dis...

Page 97: ...vehicle to a complete stop NOTE Extended use of transmission output retarder will raise the temperature of the transmission fluid A disable switch is located in the RJB close to the master brake inter...

Page 98: ...er obstacles which could damage the coach during kneeling NOTE Kneeling is disabled when the entrance door is open NOTE The kneeling system does not operate when the coach is traveling over 5 mph 8 km...

Page 99: ...r If the parking brake is not activated a switch in the door will activate the parking brake when it detects the door is open The wheelchair area door is fitted with an electric lock and will unlock w...

Page 100: ...tain there are no obstacles beneath platform Open lift access door completely LIFT ACCESS DOOR OPEN The vehicle and lift are equipped with a safety interlock system i e transmission into neutral parki...

Page 101: ...l to platform Repeat for right handrail Buckle safety belt 12 STOW PLATFORM Press and hold STOW button Close wheelchair area door at intermediate height Press and hold STOW button until platform reach...

Page 102: ...e wheelchair fits safely on the platform Keep arms and legs away from moving parts NOTE The indicator light on the control device illuminates when power is supplied when the lift electrical circuit is...

Page 103: ...ash turn sensor adjustment screw slightly counterclockwise NOTE If an adjustment is made repeat the previous step where wheelchair is between 18 and 24 inches from doorway Adjust Acoustic Sensor Timin...

Page 104: ...lack lap belt and a black shoulder belt with a tongue that attaches on the lap belt stud Refer to the information on the actual seats for detailed proper securement instructions Instructions labels an...

Page 105: ...pump handle from inside the lift mechanism access door 3 Turn the manual platform release shafts using pump handle extension to disengage the platform and then lift the stowlock mechanical catch 4 Gr...

Page 106: ...lease valve actuating rod back DOWN until lightly snug 5 Using the rollstop manual control knob OPEN the rollstop Pull rollstop control knob out and rotate fully counterclockwise Rollstop must lie fla...

Page 107: ...urpose of the directional placement is to make the bike nearest the bus easier to unload 5 Raise the Support Arm over the front tire The Support Arm s number one purpose is to add lateral support for...

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Page 109: ...GNITION SWITCH 2 STARTING THE ENGINE 2 STARTING FROM THE DRIVER S SEAT 2 Stopping the Engine 3 STARTING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 Stopping the Engine 4 COLD WEATHER STARTING 4 JUMP STARTING 5 ENGI...

Page 110: ...e place The electrical circuits are not activated when the switch is in this position Only the accessories connected directly to the batteries can be activated Maintain the switch in this position whe...

Page 111: ...pedal before starting This could result in an electronic control unit fault and degrade the fuel system control CAUTION Special precautions are necessary with turbocharged engines to avoid possible tu...

Page 112: ...c This can cause a serious injury or death Do not work on a shaft with or without a guard when the engine is running Stopping the Engine To stop the engine from the engine compartment flip the starter...

Page 113: ...starting are explosive Do not smoke near batteries CAUTION Do not let the two vehicles touch Keep a walk through distance between the two vehicles Make sure positive red and negative black jumper cabl...

Page 114: ...High engine oil temperature Low engine oil pressure High crankcase pressure rate of change After the automatic engine shutdown sequence the engine may be restarted To do so turn the ignition switch t...

Page 115: ...run in an enclosed non ventilated area Engine exhaust fumes contain dangerous gases which can be fatal if inhaled Before warming up the engine open the door s or move the vehicle outside NOTE The eng...

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Page 117: ...re Alarm 5 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS 5 Description 5 FIRE EXTINGUISHER 6 WARNING REFLECTORS 6 HOISTING JACKING POINTS TOWING 6 LIFTING AND TOWING 6 Tow eyes as lifting point 7 Front axle as...

Page 118: ...and push the bottom of the window outwards as illustrated below The window is hinged from the top and will not fall out To close the window tilt up the release bar and pull the window back Push down...

Page 119: ...ncy release air valve located on the dashboard R H side near the entrance door allows emergency depletion of the door and latching cylinders Another unlatch valve is located in the front service compa...

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Page 121: ...RNING High temperature warning will trigger if a tire temperature rise above 194 F 90 C An audible warning sound will be heard and the check pictogram flashes 3 HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM It indicates a c...

Page 122: ...01 LIFTING AND TOWING The towed vehicle must be lifted from the front end only The tow truck must be equipped with the proper lifting equipment to reach under the front axle or the front tow eyes sin...

Page 123: ...nnect an external air pressure line from the tow truck to the front towing air supply connector see section 2 for the location The emergency fill valve in the front service compartment does not supply...

Page 124: ...essure If the engine cannot be operated connect an external air pressure line from the tow truck to the front towing air supply connector see section 2 for the location The emergency fill valve in the...

Page 125: ...own access door on the front bumper supplies air from a tow truck for all systems through the air dryer brakes suspension and accessories One quick connector fitting identified BRAKE located behind th...

Page 126: ...aytime running lights The daytime running lights provide added safety by making the traveling vehicle more visible to other drivers during the day The daytime running lights system turns the headlight...

Page 127: ...utomatically Windshield wipers Wipers functions at 1st speed only Headlights Low beams only Directional signals Rear and front only Stoplights 2 upper stoplights high mounted stoplight are functional...

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Page 129: ...EANING 4 EXTERIOR SURFACES 4 Tar Or Oil 5 Insects 5 Tree Sap 5 WINDSHIELD 5 Wiper Blades 5 FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION 5 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 5 TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL 6 Cold Check 6 Hot Check 6 POWER STEERIN...

Page 130: ...EL BEARINGS 12 SERVICE BRAKE TEST 12 PARKING BRAKE TEST 12 EXTERIOR LIGHTING VERIFICATION 13 Exterior Lighting Test Mode 13 Prior using the test mode 13 Activating the test mode 13 Stopping the test m...

Page 131: ...bsorbent 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 stain rings caused b...

Page 132: ...ethylated 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 glyce...

Page 133: ...ent windshield 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 chamoi...

Page 134: ...verify the transmission fluid level before performing the hot check To prevent dirt and foreign matter from entering the transmission clean the end of the oil fill tube before removing dipstick To rem...

Page 135: ...check fluid level 4 Add hydraulic fluid until it reaches the FULL mark on the dipstick 5 Replace and tighten dipstick 6 Place engine rear start switch to NORMAL position Close engine compartment door...

Page 136: ...p ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL CRITICALLY LOW Critically low coolant level Warns the driver that the engine coolant level has reached the surge tank low level switch Stop and add coolant Use recovery tank fil...

Page 137: ...tion in emergency situations On extinguishers with a pressure gauge the needle should be in the green or NORMAL range Refill or replace extinguisher if pressure is below normal Check that seal on hand...

Page 138: ...and adjust if needed Do not treat belts with any compounds Keep belts dry Periodically inspect belt and pulleys for wear or damage FAN AND ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELTS These belts have automatic belt tensi...

Page 139: ...ER Passengers Area Air Filter The central HVAC system s air filter is located in the evaporator compartment on driver s side of the vehicle To access open the evaporator compartment An access panel ma...

Page 140: ...ions package supplied with the vehicle The cold tire inflation pressures are on the Department of Transport certification plate located on the L H console besides the driver s seat When special tires...

Page 141: ...eadlights illuminate Turn on the high beams and check that the corresponding cluster telltale light illuminates Once these commands tested activate the test mode to check the exterior lighting All mar...

Page 142: ...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 engin...

Page 143: ...the axle shafts or driveshaft connected The chemical fire extinguisher is located behind the driver s seat In case of fire immediately evacuate all occupants Occupant safety is the first priority Do...

Page 144: ...8 16 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PA1633 X3 45 Commuter Operator s Manual COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION COMPONENTS REPRESENTATION MAY DIFFER SLIGHTLY FROM AN ACTUAL VEHICLE 24039_4...

Page 145: ...Steering knuckle pins 29 Engine air filter restriction indicator 9 Steering damper cylinder 30 Engine air filter 10 Secondary air tank 31 Engine oil dipstick and filler tube 11 Kneeling air tank 32 D...

Page 146: ...e stem not touching wheel or rim valve cap in place Check windshield washer reservoir fluid level and add if necessary Step 2 Front of the Coach Check for damage and clean if dirty Check windshield wi...

Page 147: ...place air cleaner when red signal locks in full view Check that exhaust aftertreatment system access door is properly closed Check stop light tail light directional signal light and back up light asse...

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Page 149: ...LLER SHAFT 5 BRAKES 5 BRAKE CHAMBER EFFECTIVE AREA 5 AIR SYSTEM 5 ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ABS 6 STEERING 6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6 SUSPENSION 6 I BEAM AXLE FRONT SUSPENSION 6 DRIVE AXLE 6 TAG AXLE 6 ALIGN...

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Page 151: ...TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9 3 PA1633 X3 45 Commuter Operator s Manual X3 45 COMMUTER OVERALL DIMENSIONS X3 45 COMMUTER OVERALL DIMENSIONS...

Page 152: ...s Power steering reservoir 4 0 qts A C compressor oil 2 8 qts 2 6L Windshield washer reservoir 5 3 U S gal Refrigerant 30 lb FUEL TYPE Diesel engines for 2007 and later model year vehicles are designe...

Page 153: ...iver side Multi V 10 Rib 10PK1695 1 Coolant pump Multi V 10 Rib 10PK1512 1 NOTE Belts specifications may vary For proper belt selection always consult your vehicle Coach Final Record VOLVO D13 ENGINE...

Page 154: ...r adjustment Number of turns 5 Outside turning radius See Dimensions and Weight ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24 volt negative ground 12 volt exterior lighting Three 28 volts 150 amp self regulated belt driven ai...

Page 155: ...standard Fuel pro 382 filter as primary filter Secondary filter 3 to 5 microns Shut off valve on fuel supply line EXHAUST SYSTEM One all stainless steel exhaust aftertreatment system including Catalyl...

Page 156: ...ion equivalent fluid DIFFERENTIAL Mobil Delvac synthetic gear oil 80W140 POWER STEERING Use Automatic Transmission Fluid Mobil DEXRON VI ATF PLATES AND CERTIFICATION The main components of the vehicle...

Page 157: ...ressure is also etched on this plate The DOT Certification plate is affixed to L H control panel DOT CERTIFICATION PLATE 00016 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN The Vehicle Identification Number is st...

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Page 159: ...Exhaust Gas Recirculation ESC Escape GECU Gear selector Electronic Control Unit HVAC Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning LED Light Emitting Diode MCM Master Chassis Module MPH Miles Per Hour PTT...

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Page 161: ...ECTION 11 APPENDIX A SERVICE LITERATURE 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...

Page 162: ...e available on request and at low cost Maintenance Manual Operator s Manual Parts Manual Service Center Directory Vehicle serial number is required to order literature Phone United States 1 800 621 55...

Page 163: ...dealer or Prevost 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 transportatio...

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Page 165: ...RANSMISSION 5 TH GENERATION OIL LEVEL CHECK USING THE PUSHBUTTON SHIFT SELECTOR 2 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING CODES DTC ALLISON 5TH GENERATION 3 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING CODES DTC OVERVIEW 3 USING SH...

Page 166: ...l Transmission output shaft stopped Oil level sensor present and working 5 Correct fluid level is displayed as shown 6 Low fluid level is displayed as shown The number indicates the number of quarts o...

Page 167: ...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 technician analyze possible causes and provide them directi...

Page 168: ...hods 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 on the pushbutton shift selector 3 After approxi...

Page 169: ...ailed High No May inhibit retarder operation if not using J1939 datalink P0122 Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Low Voltage No Use default throttle values Freezes shift adapts P0123 Pedal Position Sensor...

Page 170: ...th then 3 rd then 2 nd P0736 Incorrect Reverse Gear ratio Yes DNS Lock in Neutral P0741 Torque Converter Clutch System Stuck Off Yes None P0752 Shift Solenoid 1 Valve Performance Stuck On Yes DNS P077...

Page 171: ...t No Use default engine coolant values P2637 Torque Management Feedback Signal A Yes Inhibit SEM P2641 Torque Management Feedback Signal B Yes Inhibit LRTP P2669 Actuator Supply Circuit Voltage 2 Open...

Page 172: ...6 PCS6 Control Circuit Open Yes DNS SOL OFF hydraulic default P2814 Pressure Control Solenoid 6 PCS6 Control Circuit Low Yes DNS SOL OFF hydraulic default P2815 Pressure Control Solenoid 6 PCS6 Contr...

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