LI5228ER2
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service
Vehicle report
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.
LI5228ER2
DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service
APS5370E
The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete. Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
LI5170E
New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
FT4720R1
Coolant hose rubbing against bulk head panel edge
FT4389R1
ITS Box Shelves Loose
LI4494E
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4995E
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI3978E
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
BS4857R1E
The plastic reservoir of the HPU can crack and leak. A leakage could lead to a malfunction of the access ramp.
LI5011E
Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
LI4909ER1
High ambient temperature on exhaust side (after-treatment area) may cause Wiring Harness Assembly 64 wires and connectors to become brittle and fail.
LI4967ER1
Auxiliary heater Thermo 350 is discontinued. The Thermo Plus unit will replace the current unit only if the whole unit needs to be replaced. There is no need to retrofit any buses with the new Thermo Plus units. Replacement parts are available for the current Thermo/Thermo-S units already installed.
BS3667ER2
Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.
FT4607R1
Sikaflex seam sealing the exterior panel crack.
FT4720
Coolant hose rub on bulkhaed inside the energy guiding system
APS4896E
Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
BS4857E
The plastic reservoir of the HPU can crack and leak. A leakage could lead to a malfunction of the access ramp.
LI4432ER1
TRW has eliminated from service procedure TAS-103 the greasing of the steering gearbox output shaft.
LI4673ER1
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
LI4810ER1
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
LI4673E
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
LI4810E
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
LI4674E
A new part kit and work procedure is required to replace the auxiliary heater filter N12950 since the latter has been discontinued by its supplier.
FT4590R1
Engine Fan Connector hot
FT4560R2
Splash Cover NYCT L670, L681 and L692
FT4607
Various Sika Seams are Cracking
LI4638E
Body panels joints may crack
LI4577ER1
The repair kit parts will require a specific installation procedure. Current stock parts may still be used
FT4560R1
Splash cover for Sika bead
FT4590
Engine Fan Connector hot
FT4560
Sika Seams are Cracking, Strip Solution will be introduced in service.
APS4531E
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.
LI4546E
To avoid the risk of air being trapped which could damage the EGR cooler.
LI4394E
A new air dryer inspection procedure will be added to the maintenance and preventive maintenance manual for air dryer system sections,
LI4396E
An inadequate assembly sequence of the engine cradle may cause cracks in certain cases.
LI4417E
Maintenance update of the EGR differential pressure sensor and diesel particulate filter which must be cleaned at 5000hrs for Cummins Engine(s) concerning ISL9 CM2250.
LI4156E
The structural integrity of the plastic PEX fittings may be affected if coated with liquid and/or lubricant, which may lead to coolant leaking into the passenger compartment.
LI4167ER1
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4169ER2
A new stanchion was designed to cope with conditions where vehicles are exposed to extreme road vibrations. The original stanchion supplied with vehicles listed below is now discontinued and replaced with this new design. This document outlines the Installation instructions needed if a stanchion needs replacement.
LI4171ER1
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4169ER1
A new stanchion was designed to cope with conditions where vehicles are exposed to extreme road vibrations. The original stanchion supplied with vehicles listed below is now discontinued and replaced with this new design. This document outlines the Installation instructions needed if a stanchion needs replacement.
BS4145ER1
Dust intrusion in baselights area through the return air grill.
LI4167ER2
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4171ER2
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4167E
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4169E
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4171E
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
LI4172E
New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
BS3448ER1
Bum rest shells cracking and anchor points may loosen with time and vibration
LI4084ER1
N64662 PAL hydraulic filter head discontinued and replaced by hydraulic filter head N8905938 and filter N8905939
LI4059ER1
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI3402ER4
Low coolant level sensor warning
LI3402ER3
Low coolant level sensor warning
LI4113E
Procedure and tooling to remove the articulation cylinder pin is inadequate.
LI4060ER1
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI3732ER1
Procedure to follow when replacing a plastic motorize valve by a metal motorize valve.
LI4059E
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI4060E
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
BS2006E
Possible interference between the underside of the dash and the wiper's pivot.
BS3735ER2
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
LI3720E
Introduction of optimized hub carrier kit for ZF AVN-132 middle axle on 60' vehicles
LI3948E
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
BS3969E
Dust intrusion in baselights area through the structure vertical tubes (60' bus)
LI3753E
Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping.
LI1911ER1
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
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION CONCERNING A FAULT THAT MAY APPEAR ON THE ACTIA GAUGE IF AN INCORRECT PROGRAM VERSION IS USED.
LI3686E
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION TO EXPLAIN HOW TO BE SURE TO USE THE LATEST VERSION OF THE TESTMAN SOFTWARE.
BS3735ER1
FLEXIBLE BELLOWS N79197 AND N79198 MAY HAVE AN EXHAUST LEAK NEAR THE RIGID EXHAUST PIPE.
bs3735er1
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
LI3446ER5
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM. (R5 UPDATED THE TORQUE VALUE IN PROCEDURE LINE 1.9)
LI3455E
HEATING VALVE N47416 IS OBSOLETE.REPLACEMENT OF VALVE N47416 BY THE NEW N8903252, WHICH IS SHORTER, REQUIRES LONGER PIPES.
LI3478ER1
INCOMPATIBILITY OF ACTIA GAUGE PROGRAMS A FAULT MAY APPEAR ON THE ACTIA GAUGE IF AN INCORRECT PROGRAM VERSION IS USED (R1 MODIFICATIONS: SPEEDO SW 109633V08_00 CHANGED TO 109633V08_02 FOR ATUQ. FOR TTC SPEEDO SW 116724V04_35 CHANGED TO 116724V01_40 AND TACH SW 117130V01_07 CHANGED TO 117130V01_09
li3446er5
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R5 updated the torque value in procedure line 1.9)
li3478er1
Incompatibility of Actia gauge programs A fault may appear on the Actia gauge if an incorrect program version is used (R1 modifications: Speedo SW 109633V08_00 changed to 109633V08_02 for ATUQ. For TTC Speedo SW 116724V04_35 changed to 116724V01_40 and Tach SW 117130V01_07 changed to 117130V01_09
LI3770E
NO ACCESS TO SUSPEND #6 LIFTER. CUT HOLE FOR ACCESS TO #6 CYLINDER EXHAUST LIFTER.
BS3419E
The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
BS3531ER3
FAILURE OF P-CLAMPS ON THE TRANSMISSION COOLING PIPES MAY FORCE THE PIPE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH STARTER SOLENOID TERMINAL. DOCUMENT REVISED TO REMOVE ONE VEHICLE FROM HOUSTON.
LI3732E
PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW WHEN REPLACING A PLASTIC MOTORIZE VALVE BY A METAL MOTORIZE VALVE. FOR THE DRIVER'S COMPARTMENT DEFROSTER VALVE.
BS3531ER2
FAILURE OF P-CLAMPS ON THE TRANSMISSION COOLING PIPES MAY FORCE THE PIPE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH STARTER SOLENOID TERMINAL.
LI3446ER4
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.
LI3446ER3
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.
BS3379ER2
THE RED ARTIC TELL TALE LIGHT COMES ON: 1- FOR AN «ERROR 2 PLAUSIBILITY 2» CODE LIGHTS, GENERATED, FOR NO REASON 2- WHEN NO CODE IS REGISTERED IN THE ACU (GHOST CODE). SOLUTION: REPROGRAM THE ARTICULATION CONTROL UNIT (ACU).
BS3516ER1
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A SERVICE BULLETIN CONCERNING THE ENERGY GUIDE SYSTEM POWER CABLES AND COMPONENTS ISSUES, CABLE LUGS MAY BREAK AND CHAFFING ISSUES IN EGS.
BS3310ER2
CUMMINS CODE 1242 FOR ACCELERATOR INTERLOCK CIRCUIT
bs3310er2
Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit
BS3516E
CABLE LUGS MAY BREAK AND CHAFFING ISSUES IN EGS.INSTALL NEW FLEXIBLE CABLES WITH HEAVY DUTY LUGS. REPLACE WORN HOSES AND SECURE ALL EGS COMPONENTS.
BS3518E
CABLE LUGS MAY BREAK AND CHAFFING ISSUES IN EGS.INSTALL NEW FLEXIBLE CABLES WITH HEAVY DUTY LUGS. REPLACE WORN HOSES AND SECURE ALL EGS COMPONENTS.
BS3447ER1
HYDRAULIC TANK BUSHING FAILURE AFTER CAMPAIGN
BS3457E
COOLANT SUPPLY TO MK2 RADIATOR MIGHT BE ERRATIC AND CREATE AIR POCKET IN RADIATOR
APS3429ER1
TERMINAL LUGS OF THE BATTERY CABLES MAY CRACK DUE TO STRESS.
BS3447E
Hydraulic tank bushing failure after campaign.
LI2027E
Steering shaft N74708 supercedes N67971. The structure needs minor modification to accomodate the new part.
BS3465E
Articulation solenoid circuit may cause an error code in ACU
LI3486E
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
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R2 revision is for: Road number and VIN has been updated for L860 TTC)
Bs3199er2
The center hoop support bolt may be loose
APS3429E
Terminal lugs of the battery cables may crack due to stress.
LI3402ER2
Low coolant level sensor warning
LI3402ER1
Low coolant level sensor warning
BS3359ER2
Cummins ISL10 engine does not have the configuration to support fault code 2448.
BS3379ER1
Hübner articulation. The red artic tell tale light comes on: 1- for an «Error 2 Plausibility 2» code lights, generated, for no reason 2- when no code is registered in the ACU (ghost code).
BS3379E
Hübner articulation.The red artic tell tale light comes on: 1- for an «Error 2 Plausibility 2» code lights, generated, for no reason 2- when no code is registered in the ACU (ghost code).
BS3310ER1
Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit
BS3359ER1
Cummins ISL10 engine does not have the configuration to support fault code 2448
LI3402E
Low coolant level sensor warning
BS3148ER1
Ventilate the engine compartment
APS3146E
A new power switch relay design is now available
LI1953E
Moisture may accumulate in the space under the driver's seat and cause corrosion of the power steering hydraulic fittings and piping.
BS3372E
Front defroster unit hose clamp too large for proper installation
BS3377E
Grab handle strap: Strap may tear from the fastening assembly
BS3210ER1
New auxiliary heater pump piping configuration
BS3335ER1
AC compressor hoses leaking
BS3362E
Coolant filling of the radiator surge tank might be erratic and create air pockets
BS3225E
Coolant leak near engine thermostat
BS3218E
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
BS3223E
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
BS3350E
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
BS3335E
AC compressor hoses leaking.
BS3334E
The skinner valve of the interlock may trigger on code in the Clever Device
LI3227E
New Potentiometer available in service
BS3147E
AIC module records noise error codes.
BS3166ER1
New fastener for ceiling speaker/camera tile
BS3166E
New fastener for ceiling speaker/camera tile
BS3165R1E
A/C compressor belts are splitting down the center.
BS1992ER1
Transmission fluid spills from the transmission breather into the engine compartment
BS3138R1E
Radius rod bolts may come loose.
BS3192E
Exhaust system flexible joint bellows, ISL10 engine: The flexible joint bellows may be deformed
BS3086ER1
Engine rubber isolators with a new design are now available.
APS3176
Alternator in load signal may cause malfunction of IO/B V-BEA module
BS3070
Possible chafing between the brake hoses and surrounding components.
BS3148
Ventilate the engine compartment
BS3163
The rear engine access door may not close properly
LI3193
The rear engine access door may not close properly
LI3188
A new radius rod bolt torque is now in effect.
LI3191
A new procedure is available to reprogram a new IO/A or IO/B without a laptop
BS3139E
Possible hydraulic manifold leakage.
BS3107E
New IO/A and IO/B installed could not be reprogrammed without a laptop with the currently installed program
BS3123R1E
The heating pipe support bolts may loosen.
BS3127ER1
Irregular wiper movement in the intermittent mode.
BS3138E
Radius rod bolts may come loose
BS3165E
A/C compressor belts are splitting down the center
BS3180E
A/C compressor belts are splitting down the center
LI2072E
Service-relevant changes to the adjuster of the air disc brakes.
BS3135E
Driver partition panel screws may loosen
BS3121E
Next stop request switch may stop working properly
BS3114E
Diesel exhaust fl uid tank, 60 ft vehicle: The upper part of the tank support was installed on the wrong side of the chassis brackets.
APS3137E
Rear axle brake system,Irregular vehicle movement at very low speed
BS3109E
Exterior speaker stops working.
BS3123E
The heating pipe support bolts may loosen
BS3132E
Front destination sign compartment latch may break
BS3102E
Hydraulic tank bushing is cracking
LI2068E
Risk of oil leaks, particularly in hot climates, O-rings on ZF axle type AV-132
BS1818ER1
Coolant fluid hoses for the DEF reservoir may come into contact with the engine cradle and the streetside engine support, close to the transmission. In cases of contact, tearing of the hoses could result.
BS3058E
The bottom plate may detach from the pivoting battery tray frame.
LI1996ER1
Modifications to the fuel tank warranty
BS3043ER2
Possibility of water infiltration in the engine air intake.
BS3092E
Driver partition panel screws may loosen
BS3096E
Hoses and harnesses can be damaged in the energy guidance system
BS3091E
The weld bead separates from the fl oor covering, causing degradation to the floor adhesive.
BS3086E
Rubber isolators with a new design are now available.
LI2116E
Diagnose a potentiel Bendix disk brake thermal overload.
BS1994ER2
Possible chafing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.
LI1949ER2
Rubber isolators with a new design are now available
LI3061E
Eliminate the overheating of the dosage module by adding an extension to the cooling hose to maintain the supply of cooling liquid to the dosing valve.
BS3072E
Emergency door release cable boxes may detach from the baselight.
BS3055E
The temperature knob may turn freely, without changing the setting.
BS1783ER1
Bolts could become loose, which could cause the seat to drop.
BS1783ER2
Bolts could become loose, which could cause the seat to drop.
BS2089E
Alternator oil drain hose cracking.Oil leakeage can occur.
BS1873ER1
A break may occur between the mounting plate and the stanchion.
BS2086E
Intermittent low air codes caused by 5-Volt signal interruption
BS2037E
Operator's door latch anchor bolts and bumper detaches in service
BS2004E
Air dryer drain hoses detach from the tanks because hoses dry out out and retaining clamps loosen.
BS2025E
Main panel harness rubs against the metal behind the hinge protection
LI2052ER1
Alternator relay wire may break
BS2013E
Engine idle shutdown should occur after 15 minutes
BS1994ER1
Possible chaffing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.
BS2018E
At 4 in. Hg vacuum, the fuel sensor restriction closes the fuel supply.
BS2023E
Belt guard hinge may crack in the upper part.
LI2052E
Alternator relay wire may break
BS1925E
Due to wear at the plug connections of the wiring harnesses, sporadic contact discrepancies and entries in the error memory may occur.
BS2010E
Due to wear at the plug connections of the wiring harnesses, sporadic contact discrepancies and entries in the error memory may occur.
LI1861E
New procedure for the radiator assembly anchorage levelling to optimize the filling of the coolant and surge tank cap N36242 replace by N65114
BS1592AR1
RUBBER SUPPORT BREAKS ON THE HORIZONTAL CAC PIPE.
BS1859ER1
Possible loss of communication in J1939 network
BS1872E
The communication between transmission and the Hübner articulation system is requires optimization
BS2011E
Control light on driver's lateral panel: The lamp might cause intermittent electrical problems.
BS1908E
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
BS1908ER1
The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
LI1995E
New warranty conditions for the fuel tank
LI1996E
Modifications to the fuel tank warranty
BS1992E
Transmission fluid spills from the transmission breather into the engine compartment
BS1958E
The holes made and the hardware used are not the right size, which might cause the head of the screws to break.
BS1985E
Hydraulic fluid may leak from loose connections in the radiator compartment, and at the hydraulic manifold block.
BS1869ER1
Vehicle vibrations may cause the front destination sign to disengage from its brackets.
BS1912E
Fire suppression system's Linear Thermal Detector (LTD) wire causes snagging
BS1878ER1
Water can infiltrate inside certain damping cylinder connectors, which could cause
BS1994E
Possible chaffing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.
BS1728E
The isolation valve is absent on the refrigerant return line from the roof unit.
BS1990E
Driver's compartment door latch. Certain parts could prevent the proper working / adjustment of the lock.
BS1951ER1
Loss of contact between wire terminals and switches
BS1929E
Driver's compartment door latch. The latching mechanism might fail.
BS1951E
Loss of contact between wire terminals and main control switch
BS1957E
Temperature control assembly may detach from the windshield
LI1841ER3
Repair procedure of the front beam box
BS1830AR2
THE CAVITY PLUG OF TWO ELECTRIC CONNECTORS (MT-X95M ON THE ENGINE AND MS-X64FD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT) MAY BE MISSING. DESCRIPTION: INSPECT IF CAVITY PLUGS ARE MISSING FROM THE CONNECTORS
BS1869E
Vehicle vibrations may cause the front destination sign to disengage from its brackets
BS1937E
Protective sheath of the Next Stop wiring harness could become stripped by the sharp edges of the pass-through hole.
BS1933E
Certain clamps could loosen and cause a coolant leak.
LI1950E
Recalibration of the ECM (Electronic Control Module) on ISL CM2250 engines.
BS1920E
Loosening compressor plate generates a compressor belt misalignment
BS1928ER1
DEF reservoir filler cap.The filler cap could break during service
BS1928E
DEF reservoir filler cap.The filler cap could break during service
BS1859E
Possible loss of communication in J1939 network
BS1893E
Grab handle spool breaking
APS1835AR2
DEF RESERVOIR CAP. NOVA BUS IS OFFERING AN IMPROVED CAP. THIS CAP OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES, IN PARTICULAR A MORE ROBUST DESIGN.
APS1835AR1
DEF RESERVOIR CAP. NOVA BUS IS OFFERING AN IMPROVED CAP. THIS CAP OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES, IN PARTICULAR A MORE ROBUST DESIGN.
BS1902E
For extensive use, a high-quality replacement switch is recommended.
BS1894ER1
Probable lateral displacement of the articulation platform rubber trim.
BS1907E
A break may occur between the mounting plate and the stanchion.
LI1817E
information Oil side was written on the wrong side of the seal.
LI1817ER1
information Oil side was written on the wrong side of the seal.
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.