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2013 NOVA BUS LFS

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Service bulletins

133 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The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete.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.

LI5024ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Under certain conditions, the rear wheelhouse structure section may be affected by a structural stress and crack near the radius rod of the anchor point.

LI5228ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF tank Head Unit GEN4

LI5228E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF tank Head Unit GEN4 N8900882 is no longer available in service, it is replace by the new DEF tank Head Unit GEN5 N8910051

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.

LI4998ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The original production CAC silicone elbow used on the CAC pipe may leak due to insufficient length. A new longer elbow is necessary along with the addition of double clamps.

LI3978E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.

LI5024E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Under certain conditions, the rear wheelhouse structure section may be affected by a structural stress and crack near the radius rod of the anchor point.

LI5011E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.

Li4998

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The elbow used on the CAC pipes too short and found a leakage, decided to use the double clamp, it was necessary to use the longer elbow in this area.

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.

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

LI4774E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bad torque sequence and engine rail flatness out of tolerance at fuel tank mounts created preload in the chassis leading to premature failure.

FT4617

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CAN Layer Resets

FT4669

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CAN Layer Resets

BS4040ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Water infiltration and structural weakness

LI4642E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Addition of strain relief bracket to secure regulator connections against vibration

LI4577ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The repair kit parts will require a specific installation procedure. Current stock parts may still be used

FT4583

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NOx sensor failing Codes 3446 and 3649

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.

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.

BS4153ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Automatic Passenger Counter may report erroneous data due to dust or water intrusion on optical front door sensor lens

LI4345E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Original valve is discontinued

LI4156E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

BS4205E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats might get detached from damaged seat rails.

LI4200E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This is a product improvement campaign that is being issued to recaliberate the ECM and upfit with improved Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) component of the Cummins Engine(s).

LI4263ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Subject to application and duty cycle, DEF dosing valve can clog up and cause engine to derate, stall, lose power and log FC3568. Increasing dosing valve and DEF hose angle can help reduce such occurrence. Vehicles reporting repetitive FC3568 can be modified according to procedure herein.

BS4243E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dust hides safety decals on hybrid electric units

BS4153E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Automatic Passenger Counter may report erroneous data due to dust or water intrusion on optical front door sensor lens.

LI4263E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possibility of engine derating, stalling and losing of power

LI4084ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS4159E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dust intrusion in baselights area through the structure vertical tubes.

BS4163E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cable marker bands may be prone to loosening at current location.

LI3402ER4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

BS3933E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Sporadic illumination of check engine light and transmission light on the dashboard

LI3402ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Low coolant level sensor warning

BS4137E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Existing NOx sensors may be prone to failures

BS4051ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS4040ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Water infiltration and structural weakness

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.

BS4012ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Check light ON and continuous blinking of transmission fault code due to improper routing of ground cable.

BS4040ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Water infiltration and structural weakness

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.

BS4040E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Water infiltration and structural weakness

LI4074E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Improved solution to secure Radiator Canopy Panel hardware

BS4051E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS4012ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Check light ON and continuous blinking of transmission fault code due to improper routing of ground cable

BS4012E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Check light ON and continuous blinking of transmission fault code due to improper routing of ground cable.

BS3968E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dust intrusion in baselights area through the structure vertical tubes (40' bus)

LI3944E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine derating, stalling, and loss of power may occur as a result of code 3568

LI3753E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS3886E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

When the accelerator is suddenly depressed, the alternator voltage momentarily surge well above 32V because the voltage regulator response time is too long.

BS3866E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cummins coolant sensors equipped with EPC connectors fail in service due to water infiltration.

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.

BS3749E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CUMMINS COOLANT SENSORS EQUIPPED WITH THE EPC CONNECTORS FAIL IN SERVICE DUE TO WATER INFILTRATION.

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

bs3749e

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cummins coolant sensors equipped with the EPC connectors fail in service due to water infiltration.

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.

BS3626ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CUMMINS CODE 1242 FOR ACCELERATOR SENSORS CIRCUIT, REPLACE THE THROTTLE PEDAL SENSORS CABLE.

BS3785E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CNG FUEL LINE THAT RUNS TO THE SPHEROS AUX HEATER UNIT MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE ENGINE CRADLE AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE DUE TO CHAFFING.

BS3626E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CUMMINS CODE 1242 FOR ACCELERATOR SENSORS CIRCUIT

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.

BS3682ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

FAILURE OF P-CLAMPS ON THE TRANSMISSION COOLING PIPES MAY FORCE THE PIPE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH STARTER SOLENOID TERMINAL.

LI3711

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS LETTER IS TO INFORM YOU THAT FOR L725, L764 AND L785, CR3595E REPLACES CR3493ER2.

LI3714

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI3723E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION TO HIGHLIGHT THE ERRONEOUS "DVR NOT OPERATIONAL" AND "ROLL CALL TIMEOUT-CAMERA" FAULTS OF APOLLO SYSTEM.

LI3446ER4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.

BS3554ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

AUXILIARY HEATER INTAKE PIPE MOUNTING BRACKET MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO WITHSTAND THE VIBRATION INDUCED BY THE BUS FRAME.

LI3446ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.

BS3554ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

AUXILIARY HEATER INTAKE PIPE MOUNTING BRACKET MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO WITHSTAND THE VIBRATION INDUCED BY THE BUS FRAME.

BS3599ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DISABLING BATTERY MANAGEMENT FEATURE MAY HINDER THE FUNCTIONALITY OF RADIATOR VENTILATION FANS THEREBY CAUSING ENGINE OVERHEAT CODES. ALSO LEADS TO BATTERY OVERCHARGING.

bs3538e

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Wheelhouse kick-plates may come loose.

LI3574E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS CAMPAIGN IS BEING ISSUED TO HIGHLIGHT THE MODIFI ED ROUTING OF POWER AND GROUND WIRES INSIDE THE MCC ROOF UNIT.

li3574e

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This campaign is being issued to highlight the modifi ed routing of power and ground

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

LI2027E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Steering shaft N74708 supercedes N67971. The structure needs minor modification to accomodate the new part.

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)

Li3454e

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This Campaign is being issued to address actuator failures for ISB6.7 and ISL CM2350 Cummins Engines in transit bus applications. Certified repair locations are authorized to calibrate the turbo actuator with current software which may reduce failures of the TurboActuator.

Bs3219er3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

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.

BS3329E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Grab handle strap: Strap may tear from the fastening assembly

BS3312E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Update the rear axle brake hoses to Nova Bus standards.

BS3219E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS3221E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS3222E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI3321E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Installation of a TPMS smartire connector in the RF2 panel make it possible to download data from the Smartire tool to the Smartire ECU module without the need of a laptop computer.

BS3243ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Document superceeded by BS3352

BS3352E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Change oil level Dipstick for ZF transmission for correct oil level reading

BS3205E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The A/C condensor purge too much oil or does not purge at all.

BS3243ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dipstick for ZF transmission. Change oil level Dipstick for ZF transmission for a correct oil level reading.

BS3150ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

New fastener for ceiling speaker/camera tile

BS3243E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dipstick for ZF transmission. Change oil level Dipstick for ZF transmission for a correct oil level reading.

BS3104ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Wiper arms and linkage may come loose. (document revised to inform customers that it has been superceeded by the recall campaign cr3229E)

BS3150E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

New fastener for ceiling speaker tile

LI3158E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fuel leaks may occur on the # 2 and # 4 injector fuel supply lines.

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.

LI-31-87-E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NOVA BUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE RADIATOR COMPARTMENT WHERE THE POWER STEERING HYDRAULIC LINES MAY BECOME LOOSE AND THE BRACKETS NEEDS TO BE CHECKED. *PE

LI-2068-E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NOVABUS: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE REAR SUSPENSION, PARTICULARLY IN HOT CLIMATE, WHERE RISK OF OIL LEAKS CAN OCCUR AND O RINGS ARE AVAILABLE WITH GREATER HEAT RESISTANCE CAN BE INSTALLED. *PE

BS3108E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Missing informations on driver's legend decal.

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

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.

LI3045E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Coolant filter additive free N71764 installed in production since august 2013

BS1783ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bolts could become loose, which could cause the seat to drop.

BS2102E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine's ground cable terminal not protected against corrosion.

BS2103ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Ground cable was mounted on radiator frame without the paint being removed.

BS2104E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Front bumper was installed without Never Seeze.

BS2103E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Ground cable was mounted on radiator frame without the paint being removed.

BS2036ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Abnormal delay in retarder application

BS2036E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Abnormal delay in retarder application

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