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2017 NOVA BUS LFS

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Service bulletins

92 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.

LI5427E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Improved durability of engine-side heat exchanger hoses.

LI5485E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Introduction of headlight N109645 to replace N71373. The new headlight is interchangeable and offers better protection against water intrusion. It is possible to replace only one headlight if necessary.

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The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete.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.

LI5170E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI5185E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cummins has issued a Temporary Repair Practice: TRP2484 – ECM Calibration for DEF Header Sensor Failures due to Parts Shortage TRP allowing temporary calibration of the engine ECM in the event of the DEF sensor failure and repeated error codes.

BS5146E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine could crank when fuel door is open

BS4946E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Emergency Engine Stop Override switch on the Operator's Control Panel is missing.

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.

FT4867R3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic Level Sensor Defective, failures or intermittent Low hydraulic light coming on in service. Sensor failing intermittently this is the new stainless steel improved sensor. Replace sensor by Fozmula.

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.

BS4857R1E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The plastic reservoir of the HPU can crack and leak. A leakage could lead to a malfunction of the access ramp.

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.

FT4867R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic level sensor defective

LI4910ER1

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.

LI4957E

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.

LI4695ER1

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.

FT4926

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Drag links found loose after 35 to 45000 ml. Replace drag links.

Ft4867R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

failures or intermittent Low hydraulic light coming on in service. Removal of the Hydraulic Oil Level Sensor.

LI4910E

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.

FT4606R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Sikaflex seams sealing the exterior panel crack.

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.

BS4903E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Wheel chair access ramp does not operate under the actual VBEA program.

FT4705R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bike Rack Icon not working correctly

FT4805

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Delco 450 Amp Alternator internal failure

FT4644

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Body corner panel shows cracks

FT4784

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tow eye plugs stuck

FT4737R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Spheros Pre-Heater / Pre-Heater Regulator Replacement

FT4487R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ITS Box Shelves Won't Lock

BS4630E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

When Fast idle is active the engine parameter prevents the engine from doing an active regeneration.

FT4705

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bike Rack Icon not working correctly

FT4737

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Coolant in Pre-heater

LI4718E

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.

FT4654

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CNG Turbo Failure

FT4650R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats rail failure San Antonio Texas - VIA inspection

FT4692

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

HVAC discharge pipe insulation melting

FT4652

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats rail floor failure San Antonio Texas

FT4606

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Various Sika Seams are Cracking

FT4650

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats rail failure San Antonio Texas - VIA inspection

LI4574E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Body panels joints may crack

APS4528ER1

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

FT4487R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ITS box rail locks are breaking

FT4623

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Watch Your Step Decal Peeling

FT4640

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats rail floor failure San Antonio Texas

FT4610R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats rail failure San Antonio Texas

LI4388ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cummins code 1242 for throttle pedal sensor circuit

LI4577ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

FT4487

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ITS box rail locks are breaking

FT4610

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seats rail failure San Antonio Texas

FT4532

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Compartment Door Corrosion

FT4547

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Destination Sign Curtains Falling

FT4515

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

AC drain tube kazoo/check valve missing

FT4542

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Driver Defrost Not Working with High Fan Speed

FT4537

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exhaust Pipe Clamp Loose

FT4564

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Infotainment ethernet cables wrong connector

FT4416R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Plastic fitting for PEX affected by oil leaking from transmission cooler

LI4388E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cummins code 1242 for throttle pedal sensor circuit

LI4546E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI4513E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Firmware update to increase the coils lifespan by improving its control.

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,

BS4461E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Canopy door latch might need to be retightened.

LI4407E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A new option is available to ease the removal of the Thermo King AC unit evaporator on CNG vehicles.

BS4329E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Plastic stopper strips can detached from the canopy doors.

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.

LI4182E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Inner slotted nuts may mislocate the wheel bearing assembly.

LI4289ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Oil filler tube part number superceeded by improved tube

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

LI4263E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possibility of engine derating, stalling and losing of power

BS4154E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

HVAC drain tubes are missing kazoos resulting in excess of water dropping inside the passengers cabin

BS4051ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI4114E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Articulation hydraulic cylinder pin is required to be maintained at W2 (60,000mi,100,000Km) maintenance of the articulation system to ease removal at a later time.

BS4076ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Air supply line might get disconnected due to mismatch between the hose and the fitting.

BS4045ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Heat from a drain on the exhaust may damage the rear left corner panel.

BS4051ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI4074E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Improved solution to secure Radiator Canopy Panel hardware

BS3554ER3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Auxiliary heater intake bracket Justify Auxiliary heater intake pipe mounting bracket might no be able to withstand the vibration induced by the bus frame.

BS3310ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Sensor supply (TPS2) cable replacement - Justification Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit.

BS3538E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Wheelhouse kick-plates Justify Wheelhouse kick-plates may come loose.

BS3447ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic tank bushing Justify Hysraulic tank bushing failure after campaign

BS3515ERR1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Replacement of 24-volt and HVAC cables in EGS Justify Cable lugs may break.

BS3517ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Replacement of 24-volt and HVAC cables in EGS Justify cable lugs may break.

BS3457E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Surge tank coolant supply Justify Coolant supply to MK2 radiator might be erratic and create air pocket in radiator

BS3447E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic tank bushing - Justify Hydraulic tank bushing failure after campaign

LI3045E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Coolant filter additive free N71764 installed in production since august 2013

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