Vehicle report

2018 KENWORTH W990

Service bulletins

14 bulletins

Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.

E311

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The Condition, Chassis Affected, Service Action, Warranty, and Procedure sections have been updated to include the latest prognostics bulletin verbiage.

26-035

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Updated Eaton's TAIB0885EN Bulletin link.

02-177

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available.

45-070

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The attached procedures document has been updated with more detail and explanations. This is not a stand-alone procedure. Cummins Quickserve troubleshooting will specify the use of these procedures while troubleshooting specific fault codes.

14-034

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.

E326

Emissions

EPA17-24 MX Fuel Injector Connector - This bulletin has been revised to include all EPA17-24 and CARB24 PACCAR MX engines.

02-174

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Certain W990 hood-mounted engine air intake covers could loosen and rattle or separate from vehicle. New air intake covers are available with improved retention. Installation of new covers requires hood modification. Procedures are available for replacement of hood-mounted engine air intake covers.

02-184

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Certain W990 chassis may have hood hardware that could loosen. Additionally, some chassis may have hood rests that are too rigid causing excessive noise. Hood attaching hardware and hood rests will be replaced as necessary.

43-072

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Certain chassis with Engine Model Year 2016-2021 PACCAR MX-11/MX-13, or EPA13 and EPA21 Cummins ISX12/ISX15/X15 engines that had a previously failed DEF sensor and with DEF sensor software disabled due to industry DEF sensor shortages will now be able to receive a replacement DEF sensor, DEF tank heater coolant control valve, and re-enabled DEF diagnostic software. Please note that chassis equipped with PACCAR PX engines will be eligible for this repair at a future date when software is available.

03-087 (E295)

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Certain Model Year 2021-2024 chassis with PACCAR MX engines and optional fuel filter restriction virtual gauge may display incorrect restriction levels. The virtual gauge will be temporarily disabled until a revised sensor strategy is developed.

E303

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This campaign is the final opportunity to replace the oil filter screw cap to reduce occurrences of broken bypass valve tabs. Broken oil valve tabs can cause oil flow obstruction to critical engine parts, resulting in serious engine damage. Customers that do not receive this repair may be responsible for progressive engine damage caused by broken oil bypass valve tabs.

45-064

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic cs hardware to deliver secure software updates remotely. This will reduce downtime and save on maintenance costs for eligible vehicles.

E296

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Kenworth is providing guidance for PACCAR MX Engine Composite Oil Pan leak troubleshooting to avoid over-repairs and to provide warrantable repair guidance. Oil leaks, if not repaired, can lead to severe engine damage.

22KWB

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Safety Recall – Interim Notification - The Dana D-Series front axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steer arm to the steering knuckle may fail, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Repair information will be added when a repair procedure and parts are available.

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