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2012 NOVA BUS LFS

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Service bulletins

93 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.

LI5228ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service

APS5370E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete.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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.

FT4389R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ITS Box Shelves Loose

LI4995E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

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.

LI4909ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

High ambient temperature on exhaust side (after-treatment area) may cause Wiring Harness Assembly 64 wires and connectors to become brittle and fail.

LI4696ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Auxiliary heater Thermo 300 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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.

LI4909E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Under certain condition (high temperature in southern state) combine with the engine compartment high ambient temperature near the exhaust side may cause the exhaust harness wires and connector to become brittle and fail.

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.

LI4810ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.

LI4810E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module

LI4674E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

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.

LI4546E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

To avoid the risk of air being trapped which could damage the EGR cooler.

LI4512E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Brake wear signal reads 0% or fluctuates

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,

LI4417E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

BS4243E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dust hides safety decals on hybrid electric units

LI4084ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

N64662 PAL hydraulic filter head discontinued and replaced by hydraulic filter head N8905938 and filter N8905939

LI4059ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

LI3402ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

BS4051ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost.

LI4060ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Procedure to follow when replacing a plastic motorize valve by a metal motorize valve.

BS4051ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost.

LI4059E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

BS4051E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost

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

LI3753E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping.

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.

LI3686E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION TO EXPLAIN HOW TO BE SURE TO USE THE LATEST VERSION OF THE TESTMAN SOFTWARE.

LI3446ER5

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM. (R5 UPDATED THE TORQUE VALUE IN PROCEDURE LINE 1.9)

LI3455E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

HEATING VALVE N47416 IS OBSOLETE.REPLACEMENT OF VALVE N47416 BY THE NEW N8903252, WHICH IS SHORTER, REQUIRES LONGER PIPES.

LI3478ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R5 updated the torque value in procedure line 1.9)

li3478er1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NO ACCESS TO SUSPEND #6 LIFTER. CUT HOLE FOR ACCESS TO #6 CYLINDER EXHAUST LIFTER.

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.

LI3714

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS LETTER IS TO INFORM THAT CR3670E REPLACES CR3492ER3 FOR L573, L640, L671, L727, L787 AND L902.

LI3446ER4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.

LI3446ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.

BS3497ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

MANUFACTURING TOLERANCES DO NOT ALWAYS ALLOW OPTIMAL STARTER ENGAGEMENT. STARTER SHIM REMOVAL IS REQUIRED.

BS3457E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

COOLANT SUPPLY TO MK2 RADIATOR MIGHT BE ERRATIC AND CREATE AIR POCKET IN RADIATOR

LI3508E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

STARTER MOTOR DEFECT ** IMPACTS ONLY CANADIAN VEHICLES, RECONDUCTED IN THIS LIST BECAUSE IT WAS IN THE FIRST SUBMISSION

BS3363ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BASELIGHT PANELS,FIT AND FINISH AND RISK OF UNEXPECTED OPENING OF ACCESS PANEL

BS3411E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Install a new, more robust plastic fuel tank.

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)

Bs3445e

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Belt guard may come in contact with air compressor and tensioner.

LI3402ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

LI3402ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

LI3402E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

LI1953E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Moisture may accumulate in the space under the driver's seat and cause corrosion of the power steering hydraulic fittings and piping.

BS3218E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components

BS3205ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Condenser purging system. The condensor purge too much oil or does not purge at all.

BS3150ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

New fastener for ceiling speaker/camera tile

BS3150E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

New fastener for ceiling speaker tile

BS3070

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possible chafing between the brake hoses and surrounding components.

LI3193

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The rear engine access door may not close properly

LI3188

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A new radius rod bolt torque is now in effect.

LI2068E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Risk of oil leaks, particularly in hot climates, O-rings on ZF axle type AV-132

BS1818ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

BS3043ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possibility of water infiltration in the engine air intake.

BS3095

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hoses and harnesses can be damaged in the energy guidance system

BS3081ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Install a new, more robust plastic fuel tank.

BS3081E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Install a new, more robust plastic fuel tank.

LI2116E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Diagnose a potentiel Bendix disk brake thermal overload.

LI3061E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

BS2079E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The steering wheel can break with repeated overload.

BS1742ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possible chaffing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.

BS2036ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Abnormal delay in retarder application

BS2036E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Abnormal delay in retarder application

BS1592AR1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

RUBBER SUPPORT BREAKS ON THE HORIZONTAL CAC PIPE.

BS1859ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possible loss of communication in J1939 network

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

BS1742ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possible chaffing between brake hoses and surrounding components, possibly causing the loss of ABS sensor signal.

BS1728E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The isolation valve is absent on the refrigerant return line from the roof unit.

LI1841ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Repair procedure of the front beam box

BS1830AR2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI1950E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Recalibration of the ECM (Electronic Control Module) on ISL CM2250 engines.

BS1859E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possible loss of communication in J1939 network

APS1835AR2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF RESERVOIR CAP. NOVA BUS IS OFFERING AN IMPROVED CAP. THIS CAP OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES, IN PARTICULAR A MORE ROBUST DESIGN.

APS1835AR1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF RESERVOIR CAP. NOVA BUS IS OFFERING AN IMPROVED CAP. THIS CAP OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES, IN PARTICULAR A MORE ROBUST DESIGN.

LI1817E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

information Oil side was written on the wrong side of the seal.

LI1817ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

information Oil side was written on the wrong side of the seal.

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