LI5170E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
Vehicle report
2009 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC
Service bulletins
102 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.
FT4720R1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant hose rubbing against bulk head panel edge
FT4389R1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ITS Box Shelves Loose
LI3978E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
LI5011E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
LI4955E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The auxiliary heater fuel filter is now obsolete. The fuel filter and its support will have to be replaced at its next maintenance.
BS3667ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.
FT4720
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant hose rub on bulkhaed inside the energy guiding system
APS4896E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
LI4432ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TRW has eliminated from service procedure TAS-103 the greasing of the steering gearbox output shaft.
LI4673ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
LI4673E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
LI4577ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The repair kit parts will require a specific installation procedure. Current stock parts may still be used
APS4531E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Availability of a dust protection kit to remove the maintenance need to clean the flame sensor sight glass when excessive soot or debris is accumulated on the internal burner head disc.
LI4394E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A new air dryer inspection procedure will be added to the maintenance and preventive maintenance manual for air dryer system sections,
LI4396E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
An inadequate assembly sequence of the engine cradle may cause cracks in certain cases.
LI3994ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
N41269 PAL hydraulic filter head discontinued and replaced by hydraulic filter head N8905938 and filter N8905939
LI4167ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4167ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4167E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI3402ER3
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Low coolant level sensor warning
LI4113E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Procedure and tooling to remove the articulation cylinder pin is inadequate.
BS3735ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
LI3720E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Introduction of optimized hub carrier kit for ZF AVN-132 middle axle on 60' vehicles
LI3948E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In case of replacing the existing ZF ABS sensor of AV-132, there is an option to refit the ABS sensor in accordance with AV-132 II
LI1911ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ZF wheel head suspension. ZF introduced an optimized axial roller bearing. Replace the axial roller bearing and lower seal ring with an optimized roller bearing.
LI3478E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION CONCERNING A FAULT THAT MAY APPEAR ON THE ACTIA GAUGE IF AN INCORRECT PROGRAM VERSION IS USED.
BS3735ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FLEXIBLE BELLOWS N79197 AND N79198 MAY HAVE AN EXHAUST LEAK NEAR THE RIGID EXHAUST PIPE.
bs3735er1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
li3446er5
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R5 updated the torque value in procedure line 1.9)
BS3419E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
LI3732E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW WHEN REPLACING A PLASTIC MOTORIZE VALVE BY A METAL MOTORIZE VALVE. FOR THE DRIVER'S COMPARTMENT DEFROSTER VALVE.
LI3446ER4
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.
LI3486E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lubrication schedule for the bearing articulation. Additional greasing intervals promote extended durability of articulation joint main bearing when exposed to harsh environments. These severe environments may include, but not limited to, dust/dirt, extreme cold/heat, moisture, salt or other corrosive constituents. Customers operating Nova Bus articulated vehicles in harsh environments are encouraged to follow the lubrication schedule herein.
LI3446ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R2 revision is for: Road number and VIN has been updated for L860 TTC)
BS3239ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant filling of the radiator surge tank might be erratic and create air pockets.
LI3402ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Low coolant level sensor warning
BS3311E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant filling of the radiator from the surge tank might be erratic and create air pockets inside the radiator.
LI3402ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Low coolant level sensor warning
BS3336ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AC compressor hoses leaking
LI3402E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Low coolant level sensor warning
BS3372E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Front defroster unit hose clamp too large for proper installation
BS3225E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant leak near engine thermostat
BS3241ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The protective loom on the WHA electrical harness may be damaged by the heat of the turbo.
BS3342E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The protective loom on the WHA electrical harness may be damaged by the heat of the turbo
BS3223E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
BS3336E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AC compressor hoses leaking
BS3334E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The skinner valve of the interlock may trigger on code in the Clever Device
BS3239ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant filling of the radiator surge tank might be erratic and create air pockets. Document ''on hold'' waiting for the next revision.
LI3227E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New Potentiometer available in service
BS3239E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant filling of the radiator surge tank might be erratic and create air pockets.
BS3147E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AIC module records noise error codes.
BS3241E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The protective loom on the WHA electrical harness may be damaged by the heat of the turbo.
APS3277
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Cummins engine code 584. Prevent unjustified logging of Starter Lockout code.
BS3138R1E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Radius rod bolts may come loose.
BS3196E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Exhaust system flexible joint bellows, ISL10 engine: The flexible joint bellows may be deformed
APS3176
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Alternator in load signal may cause malfunction of IO/B V-BEA module
BS3070
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Possible chafing between the brake hoses and surrounding components.
LI3191
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A new procedure is available to reprogram a new IO/A or IO/B without a laptop
BS3139E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Possible hydraulic manifold leakage.
BS3075R1E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AC compressor hoses leaking.
BS3120ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Seat retainer clips break due to repeated removal of bench for engine access.
APS3137E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rear axle brake system,Irregular vehicle movement at very low speed
BS3120E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Seat retainer clips break due to repeated removal of bench for engine access.
LI3131E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Irregular wiper movement in the intermittent mode.
LI2068E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Risk of oil leaks, particularly in hot climates, O-rings on ZF axle type AV-132
BS3080ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CECM could be replace with a MCM module to reduce download time
LI1996ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Modifications to the fuel tank warranty
LI2116E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnose a potentiel Bendix disk brake thermal overload.
BS1876ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ZF Differential Thrust Washer Failure
BS3054E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The temperature knob may turn freely, without changing the setting.
BS3037E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Expello valve failure may cause outage of ramp electrical 24V circuit
BS1783ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Bolts could become loose, which could cause the seat to drop.
BS1783ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Bolts could become loose, which could cause the seat to drop.
BS2015E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ZF Differential Thrust Washer Failure
BS2086E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Intermittent low air codes caused by 5-Volt signal interruption
LI1949ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rubber isolators with a new design are now available
BS1946
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Alternator oil drain hose cracking.Oil leakeage can occur.
BS2004E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Air dryer drain hoses detach from the tanks because hoses dry out out and retaining clamps loosen.
LI2052ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Alternator relay wire may break
BS1994ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Possible chaffing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.
BS2018E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
At 4 in. Hg vacuum, the fuel sensor restriction closes the fuel supply.
BS2023E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Belt guard hinge may crack in the upper part.
LI2052E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Alternator relay wire may break
LI1949E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rubber isolators with a new design are now available
BS2030A
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
RUBBER SUPPORT BREAKS ON THE HORIZONTAL CAC PIPE.
BS1908E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
BS1908ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
LI1995E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New warranty conditions for the fuel tank
LI1996E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Modifications to the fuel tank warranty
BS1815ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The latches on the fiberglass panel, or the aluminum panel could loosen and the panel could open.
BS1869ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle vibrations may cause the front destination sign to disengage from its brackets.
BS1944E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Parking brake valve could be reached from an open operator's window.
BS1840ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Excessive current passes through the main disconnect switch, which could lead to the failure of the PDB.
BS1878ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Water can infiltrate inside certain damping cylinder connectors, which could cause
BS1994E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Possible chaffing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.
BS1787E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The defrost unit 4-way valve needs to be replaced with a more robust 2-way valve
LI1841ER3
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Repair procedure of the front beam box
BS1920E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Loosening compressor plate generates a compressor belt misalignment
BS1928ER1
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEF reservoir filler cap.The filler cap could break during service
BS1928E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEF reservoir filler cap.The filler cap could break during service
BS1893E
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Grab handle spool breaking
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