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2019 NOVA BUS LFS

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Service bulletins

102 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.

LI5316ER2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.

BS5543E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Battery tray structure cracks due to thin sheet metal.

FT5536

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Battery Tray Structure Cracks. Battery hold downs may slip between batteries.

LI5427E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Improved durability of engine-side heat exchanger hoses.

BS5469E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The belt guard hinge may crack.

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.

FT5409

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A bad connection at the ZF transmission connector may cause the transmission to jerk when shifting or show the fault code 188.

FT5499E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Validation of the previous passenger seat back panel campaign.

BS5467E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Potential presence of a gap may cause frame crack. Only to perform during a frame crack repair process near front bolt of joint #2.

FT5433

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Support for infotainement displays may crack. Overhead Screen Display (for 40' buses)

FT4651

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Failure of DEF sensor GEN 6 within the expected 5-years lifespan.

BS5320ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fire light coming on in the dash, Fire detection system

BS5356E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Lexan panels cracking at mounting holes. Need to change the attachment of Lexan panels due to apparent cracks.

FT5243

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ECP radiator failures deemed to be due to overpressure events.

FT5244

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ECP radiator failures deemed to be due to overpressure events.

FT5125R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Due to the lack of bonding surface between the two large roof top panels, when thermal expansion and contraction occur these panels separate and leave an opening

FT5194

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Destination sign controllers were failing at a high rate. Water intrusion causing signs to fail cracks on lights

LI5316ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.

li5316E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.

BS5320E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fire light coming on in the dash. Addition of a bracket so water won’t drip on temperature sensor.

LI5315E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

On the Thermo King HVAC roof unit, after replacing the actuator N8897109, some customers could see the error code 36.

BS5300E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

HVAC deflectors are breaking at the folded attachment points. The brackets broke right at the bending due to a sharp curve

BS4757E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Replace the 50 PSI interlock pressure regulator for a 65 PSI interlock pressure regulator

BS5210ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.

LI5170E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS5165ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

MCC Driver's Display Electrical Terminal Failure.

PC1033

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Headlight Failure

BS5210E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.

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.

FT5068R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic Tank Rubber Mount Bushing Failures

FT5213

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Windshield Wiper Motor Failure

PC1030

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

cracked marker lights causes water intrusion

FT5068R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic Tank Rubber Mount Bushing Failures

BS5119E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Brake chambers may fail and cause the drive axle brakes to overheat

BS4934ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fiber material should be Woven Aramid Fabric, but some parts have knitted Aramid.

BS4848ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Corrosion problems at the junction bus bar used for the 24 volts power distribution between the alternator, the super capacitor and the electric fans of the ECP.

BS5082E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The tell-tale light for the ''Brake worn out'' is actually non-functionnal.

bs5117

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The door alarm comes on when the air is released on the main door valve. The alarm does not reset/turn off even when the air is applied again.

BS5028E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

On the flip-up seats, the premature failure of the grommet causes the seat backs to become loose.

BS5029E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

On the flip-up seats, the premature failure of the grommet causes the seat backs to become loose.

ft5090

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Kidde fire suppression system tamper seal

ft5068

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic Tank Rubber Mount Bushing Failures

FT5048

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bracket for the front camera may break

FT5041

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Overhead Display Screen Weld Crack and Hardware Loose

PC1020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

brakes standard repair

FT4389R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ITS Box Shelves Loose

FT4869R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Surge tank cover Chafing on Components

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.

LI5011E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

BS4848E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Corrosion problems at the junction bus bar used for the 24 volts power distribution between the alternator, the super capacitor and the electric fans of the ECP.

FT4949

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Throttle pedal not responding with Check Engine Light (CEL) turned on. Out Of Service (OOS) reports are issued with the Cummins 1242 Fault Codes (FC) recorded in the ECM, along with other Throttle Pedal Signal (TPS) codes.

FT4867R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic level sensor defective

FT4997R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Passengers seat back cracked inspection

LI4940ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Water Intrusion in Rear Interior Electrical Compartment. From the exterior of the bus, it appears there is a gap between seal and the bus body.

FT4950

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine door hinge becoming loose

FT4960R2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic level sensor defective

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.

BS4934E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CAC elbow hose failures. Fiber material should be Woven Aramid Fabric, but some parts have knitted Aramid. Installation of new elbow.

LI4940E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Water Intrusion in Rear Interior Electrical Compartment. From the exterior of the bus, it appears there is a gap between seal and the bus body.Applying of Sealant on the rear exterior window

FT4924

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Curbside Exterior Mirror Water Intrusion

FT4935

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The VIP relay is part of the radio control system.Buses are out of service due to radio not working or p/a not working.

FT4926

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

FT4929

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Curb side front wheel air brake hose rubbing the inside of the wheel. FT4929 to inspect and fix buses.

FT4944

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

bolts in the rear canopy (under the radiator) are getting loose. The Canopy grid can not fall off the bus due to locking pins .

FT4892

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fiber material should be Woven Aramid Fabric, but some parts have knitted Aramid. Install new elbow N75007 and discard the old one.

FT4936

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The battery beam/arm support located on the bottom of the battery compartment was not installed correctly and allowed the batteries to swivel past the beam and touch the stud. adjust location of the arm support, torque hardware to spec, confirm clearance

Ft4867R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

FT4869

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Coolant surge tank cover may rub on hose and clamps.

FT4890

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Air Dryer Consep Valve Relay may stuck ON, causing the Consep Valve to stay energised and to overheat.

FT4897

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Charge air cooler piping leaks and create a low pressure fault code in Cummins ECU.

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.

FT4827

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Wheelchair seat hardware loose

FT4902

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Ramp does not operate with new program and new sensor CATA

BS4903E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

FT4867

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Replacement of Hydraulic Oil Level Sensor

FT4835

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Corrosion in the power cables that feed the Electric Cooling Package

FT4830R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hanover Destination Sign Controller Electric Terminal Failures

FT4819

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Interlock pressure transducer failure

FT4795

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TCU Connector missing zip-tie

BS4836E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Driver legend decal does not match the pictograms of the dashboard

FT4830

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hanover Destination Sign Controller Electric Terminal Failures

FT4797

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Coolant leak off surge tank fitting

BS4709ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The driver stationary and sliding glass can brake or crack

FT4808

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bosch Steering Drive Shaft Hardware Loose

FT4800

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Floating voltage on VBEA sleep mode

FT4794

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Missing p-clamps for engine power cables

FT4619

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Electric Cooling Package Power Cable Corrosion

FT4787

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Wheelchair seat belt hardware loose

FT4781

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine door Hinge becoming loose

FT4748

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TK return air grill filters are too small for the grill assembly

FT4690R1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hydraulic level sensor defective

FT4717

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Loctite was forgotten and torque was missed

FT4687

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

GPS Antenna Defective

FT4700

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bosch Steering Gear Box Hardware Loose or Missing

BS4629ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possibility of fuel leakage

BS4629E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Possibility of fuel leakage

FT4660

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Alternator Cable Rubbing on Thermostat Hose

FT4662

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Cracked Driver Stationary and Sliding Glass

LI4577ER1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

LI4407E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

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