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2018 NEW FLYER XE40
Service bulletins
28 bulletinsTechnical 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.
TSIB 25-07
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Bulletin is being issued due to New Flyer & MCI have received reports that customers are re-torquing high-voltage (HV) connections during preventative maintenance inspections as outlined in the Preventive Maintenance section of the Service or Maintenance manual. This Bulletin reminds operators that the inspection procedure is visual only and does not require retorque unless the witness marks indicate the fasteners have loosened.
TSIB 25-04
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Information Bulletin has been issued to remind customers that fill pressure must not exceed 25 psi to avoid injury or damage components during filling and deaeration of the ESS Battery Thermal Management System.
ITS61249
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Instruction to Service for updating ESS drains, remove internal mechanism, re-install and add duckbill. Remove the ESS breather, extract the internal mechanism, remove the three desiccant bags and reinstall the breather. 5 string buses.
ITS-60521
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ITS was issued to correct the orientation of HV contactors Incorrect orientation can lead to premature failure
TSIB 22-08
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New Flyer has issued Technical Service Information Bulletin (TSIB) 22-08, providing for the application of silicone paste onto overhead charging rails to inhibit water from collecting on the rails
ITS59239
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This instruction to service describes how to inspect specifically equipped vehicles for SDS Window components and function, and how to rework these components if required. The "SDS Window" is a maintenance access panel designed to look like a side window.
ITS59216
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This technical service instruction describes how to remove and replace SDS Window strike pins and remove additional seals if present. The "SDS Window" is a maintenance access panel designed to look like a side window.
ITS59021
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Instruction describing how to replace the master service disconnect (MSD) on specific electrical systems.
ITS58926
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Instruction describing the DC charge rail and COM box lid replacement and inspection requirement
190524-115466
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) program change - to correct the requirement to manually cycle the rear doors open and closed before operating the bus.
200508-116387
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) program change - to resolve several issues and incorporate several improvements related to the XALT battery systems installed on specific on Battery Electric buses.
ITS58912
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Instruction describing the DC charge rail box power cable replacement.
ITS58874
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Instruction describing the inspection procedures for the high voltage systems on a battery electric bus.
ITS58872
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Instruction describing how to retrofit "D" shaped anti-sway bar mounting bushings and hardware
SMB189
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Bulletin - Update to high voltage safety procedures, specifically Lockout/Tagout, de-energizing and re-energizing procedures for both battery electric and fuel cell buses.
SMB186
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Bulletin providing revised, corrected or additional information for the Preventive Maintenance on buses specifically equipped with a Powerex direct drive air compressor.
SMB188
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Bulletin provides revised information for the Preventive Maintenance on specifically equipped vehicles with the Powerex belt driven air compressor.
SMB187
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Bulletin which stresses the need for safety when performing maintenance on the high voltage systems on your New Flyer vehicle.
SMB185
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Bulletin describing a modification to the lubrication procedure for the Energy Storage System (ESS) battery coolant filter replacement, during normal preventative maintenance schedule.
ITS-58639
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Instruction Describing How to Retrofit the Air Compressor Snorkel Air Intake System.
SSM74375
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Air leak from the right hand camshaft cover assembly due to a split diaphragm within the pressure control valve. Any of the following DTCs (indicating an air intake system leak) could be stored in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) ? P2187, P2189, P0505, P0507.
ITS58608
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This technical instruction describes how to add retainer blocks to the SDS (maintenance access only) window hinge.
SMB183
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Manual and Operators Guide Bulletin Adds a WARNING Regarding Safe Operation of Roof-top Escape Hatches, While Charging a Battery Electric Vehicle.
ITS58506
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Upgrade PEM Electric Drive Motor Mounting Hardware.
ITS-58450
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Manual Bulletin Identifies a How to Update the Compressor Motor Junction Box Wiring, Lid and Gasket.
ITS6898
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Re-torque Curbside and Streetside Rooftop Side Screen Mounting Bracket Nuts.
ITS6914
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Remove and Install Streetside and Curbside Windshield Wiper Idler Arm Assemblies.
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Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.