Vehicle report

2017 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX

Service bulletins

149 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.

WI24-019

Warranty Program/Extension

Warranty Information letter for Detroit Line or Line Seal, High Pressure Fuel Injector Standard Repair Time Updates

Cummins B6.7 DEF Header O

Other

Extended Warranty Policy for certain Cummins B6.7 engines for TBB vehicle DEF headers for EPA and CARB Emissions Reporting

CXA_10_17_CARB Truck Chec

Other

CX Advocate for CARB tightening the Readiness Criteria applied to On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) test submissions for the Clean Truck Check.

SS1023366-Detroit

Other

Service Solution for Detroit Successful Regen Reference for GHG17 DD Engines

FL974

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Revised Emissions Recall: Cummins DEF Sensor Shortage. REVISION: Some vehicles formerly in Group F have been moved to Group G and have been assigned a new part number as specified in Table 1. An SRT for 'Calibration Code Only: Update or Confirm' has been added, as shown in Table 2, to be used when a new DEF header is not required. There have been some other minor changes to the work instructions and SRT times.

ICI24-006

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Important Campaign Information letter for FL974 - Revised Bulletin & Population

WP21-007

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-related claims.

ICI21-004

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Important Campaign Information Letter for Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance – TBB.

WI20-014R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Revised Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity and optimize processes. Revisions are in blue font.

WP20-018R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured Alliance/Mascot parts include transmission, differential, steering gear, and steering pump used in an on-highway vehicle applications. The Alliance/Mascot aftermarket warranty coverage period has not changed: depending on the part, coverage is for one (1) or two (2) years and current parts, labor, and reimbursement policies apply.

WP20-018

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured Alliance/Mascot parts include transmission, differential, steering gear, and steering pump used in an on-highway vehicle applications. The Alliance/Mascot aftermarket warranty coverage period has not changed: depending on the part, coverage is for one (1) or two (2) years and current parts, labor, and reimbursement policies apply.

PAB036-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lettering Changes - Notification

TechTalk4725

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.

ICI20-022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Important Campaign Information letter announcing Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance. This letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer’s location to perform a recall or field service campaign.

WI20-012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter informing that to ensure that DTNA policies and service network practices align, the Warranty Department will be revising the Warranty Manual.

WI20-014

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity and optimize processes.

PAB028-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Heater Hose Changes

WI20-011

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter for Detroit and TBB Parchment Format Update. In the continuing effort to standardize across brands, DTNA is pleased to announce that Detroit Diesel Corporation (Detroit) and Thomas Built Bus (TBB) parchments will be transitioned to the format used for Freightliner, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC), and Western Star. DTNA's goal is to improve and align documentation but individual coverages have not changed. Updated parchments, also known as coverage sheets, will be published on a rolling basis.

PAB026-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on National Driver’s Seat Update

SB60-171

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and disinfecting procedures fully and consistently. Ensure there is adequate ventilation when using chemicals. NOTICE: Wipe down fragile components carefully to avoid damaging the vehicle.

WI20-008

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Training Online. DTNA is pleased to announce the release of new Warranty-related training videos. The videos provide Warranty content in short instructional videos that are available on demand through the AftermarkeTV Video Channel icon on the Aftermarket Resource Center (ARC) home page.

WP20-006

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter for Handling for Authorized Service Location Part Transfers. To promote 24-hour throughput and maximum efficiency, DTNA is adjusting multiple handling policies: Launching a new handling allowance for parts ordered from another Authorized Service Location because the facing Part Distribution Center (PDC) is out of stock Retiring Detroit's Customer First Program

WP20-007

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter for Chassis Progressive Damage Policy Change. Effective for repair orders opened on or after April 27, 2020, if an Authorized Service Location installed a part which later has a warrantable failure, progressive damage and labor may be covered under the Aftermarket Parts Limited Parts Warranty (Parts Warranty).

WP20-005

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter for Handling Change: Over the Counter Aftermarket Parts Replacement Program. DTNA is pleased to announce that handling will increase to 33% for Misc. Replacement Part type claims filed under the Over the Counter (OTC) Aftermarket Parts Replacement Program.

PAB014-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Defender Composite Stop Arm Changes

PAB012-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on PV360 NS Camera – Type D

03.2020 Campaign

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers.

PAB010-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Buy America Cummins B6.7 Engine

WP20-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. Therefore, before welding anything on a frame rail, contact the applicable regional service representative for approval.

PAB009-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Roof Top Lettering (Addendum)

02.2020 Campaign

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers

PAB007-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on 12V Outlets Update

SB54-290

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Repairing or Replacing an Electrical Harness. Use the guidelines in this bulletin to determine if a damaged electrical harness should be repaired or replaced.

PAB002-2020

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Power Outlet

WI19-022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems

PAB048-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Data Book Update

PAB043-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lettering Update

PAB042-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Allison 7 Year Warranty

PAB038-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Freedman Seating Update

DOC-1034471

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Solution is provided to assist Dealers/Customers in resolving the issue when the brakes are applied, the rear side led marker lights illuminate.

PAB035-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Slide – n Click Update

19CSA-12 BCT

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PowerNet Assessment Tool Repair Procedure

19CSA-13

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Systems Development provided document to service locations on price list reflects current charges to engine horsepower ratings for HDEP and MDEG engine platforms.

PAB033-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lamp Monitors

19-011WP

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Policy Letter to communicate Detroit Return Changes

19-013WI

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter to announce addition of Thomas Built Bus as a brand with an Authorized Demonstrator Program

19-008WI

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.

19TL-9

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DTNA Special Tools Group has approved the use of Haweka Axis4000 aftermarket alignment system for use on DTNA products at DTNA service locations. The Axis4000 system uses the reference points required by DTNA for precise, accurate, and repeatable measurements. Axis4000 is a sophisticated, user-friendly system that utilizes computer based camera-radio technology and references the center line of the frame for measuring and providing alignment results to DTNA specifications.

19TS-6

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The modified parked regeneration strategy has been standard on GHG17 units since the start of GHG17 production and was added to EPA10 and GHG14 units with a software update. The modified regeneration utilizes an improved strategy to clean the DOC inlet face and reduce downtime due to DOC face plugging.

SPN 3563 / FMI 2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

HDEP GHG17 engines are not equipped with turbo wastegates. Steps in this troubleshooting involving wastegates were removed.

DOC-1034452

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Training Solution created by DTNA to provide guidance to customers when searching for service information for components and systems not owned by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA).

PAB022-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on ESC Update EFX and HDX

D19M3 GHG17

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

D19M3 GHG17 Detroit? DD5? Software Reprogramming

sbu54056

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbu54056 Powernet Troubleshooting Guide Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter

DOC-1034175

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SS:1034175 TBB Removing Window Stops from Passenger Windows

sbu00016

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin Paper Copy Mailings Are Discontinued

1208-18

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing

1212-18

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe

1213-18

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Information Bulletin

18TL18

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

30mm Air Disc Brake Caliper Bolt Torque Adapter DSNCHA018005

ICI18-042 TBB FL

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Important Campaign Information on FL769 TBB SynTec Seat Frames (Restraint Seats) Recall

DOC-1033968

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Solution: 1033968 TBB Warning Lights, One Side Flashes Faster than the Other

DOC-1033857

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Solution 1033857 TBB Floor Covering Bubbles

18-029 Auto Mete

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Important Warranty Information on AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool: Warranty Requirement and Claim Filing

ICI18-012 TBB FL

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Advance Notice and Dealer Actions ? VIN List

ICI18-021 FL772

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

FL772 Interim Recall Notice

ICI18-017 TBB FL

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ICI18-017 TBB FL763 ? Change to Advance Action

ICI18-011

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ICI18-011 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions

ICI18-011 TBB FL

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ICI18-011 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions

ICI18-012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ICI18-012 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions ? VIN List

ICI17-036

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TBB FL753 ? Interim Recall Notice

14CSA23

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14CSA23 CSC Announces ?Tech Tips? ? DDCSN

ICI17-021

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ICI17-021 TBB Recall FL737 ? Revised Bulletin

FL737

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TBB Syntec S3C Wall Mounted Seats

sbt0002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Publications Ordering

PAB045-2016

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on 2017 Cummins B6.7 Engines

PAB035-2016

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on MY2017 GM of Canada chassis pricing

FL700

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

FL700 SMI TRANSPEC STOP ARM DECALS

16-011

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time

16TS7

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16TS7 Reman Diesel Particulate Filter Serial Number

16-008

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

New Detroit Bearing Failure Analysis Standard Diagnostic Time

16-009R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16-009R_OWL Enhancements

16-007

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Canadian Warranty Parts Return Address Change

15-028A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-028 New Detroit Coolant Line SRTs

15-029

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

_Warranty Recognition Program - Coming Soon

PAB019-2015

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on 100 Year Anniversary

15CSA10

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15CSA10 The Detroit CSC announcing a new feature ? Ability to attach files to an existing CSC

15CSA9

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15CSA9 Release of DiagnosticLink® 8.02

15-013

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-013-DLR TBB Cummins 10 percent Handling Allowance

15CSA4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15CSA4 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center

15TL6

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15TL6 W470589129100 ? HDEP HP Fuel Rail Test Caps

15-010

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos

15-009

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-009 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times

15TL5

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15TL5 DAVCO Shop Pro® FXP 95

15TL4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket

14TL8

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL8 TorcUP? Non-Impacting Torque Tool.

14-036

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-036-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q3

14-038

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-038 Additional Detroit Standard Repair Times

14-038A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-038_New_SRTs Additional Detroit Standard Repair Times.

14-039

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-039 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times

14-039A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-039_additional_SDTs New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times

14-040

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-040 Additional Detroit CLOs for the Heavy Duty Engine Platform

14-040A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-040_Additional_CLOs Additional Detroit CLOs for the Heavy Duty Engine Platform

14CSA22

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14CSA22 DTNA Chassis Wiring Diagrams

14WO-9

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14WO-9_Warranty_Access Detroit New User Warranty Access Request

14TL9

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL9 Special Tool Warranty Program.

42R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

42R_Speaker Grille Repair_13-42R

13-09

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

09_Preventive Maint Bendix E6 Brake Pedal_13-09

14TL7

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL7 DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100

14CSA21

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14CSA21 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center ?

14CSA20

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14CSA20 EGR Valve Actuator Kit P/N E23539699

sb2080

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sb2080 Australian CST M1400 Isolated Radiator Retrofit

13R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

13R_Floor Cross Tube Crack Repair_03-13R

14-017R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-017R Revised: Detroit Addition of Admin Time

14TL2

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL2 DD Platform Engine Stand Adapter W060589023100

14TL5

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL5 ABS Power Line Carrier Converter Available Through PDC

14-028

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-028 Remy Extended Coverage Direct File

14TS19

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TS19 DD Platform High Pressure Fuel Lines

14-027

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-027 Detroit's New Consolidated Labor Operations (CLOs

14-025

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-025-DLR TBB - Changes to PDI Requirements & PDI Claims

715-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

715-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Coolant Los

14-022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-022 Pre-Approval Threshold Increase From $2,500 to $5,000 USD

14-023

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-023 Detroit Axles Pre-Approval Changes

14-024

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-024-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q1 & Q2

714-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

714-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Low Engine Compression

713-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

713-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Combustion Gas in Coolant

712-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

712-14 Engine Coolant Temperature

ICI14-012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ICI14-012-DLR Freightliner Cascadia Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only

0228-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0228-14 Engine Oil Leaks - Oil Dye Method

0224-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0224-14 SPN 1590 FMI 9 - CPC- All Years February 2014

0219-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0219-14 Metal in Fuel

0215-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0215-14 Check for Rough Running or Stalling - Three-Filter Fuel System

0210-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0210-14 High Pressure Fuel Rail Feed Lines - Three-Filter System

0202-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0202-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Hard Start No Start - Two-Filter Fuel System

0229-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0229-14 Symptom Based Diagnostics - Oil Separator

0233-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0233-14 SPN 51 FMI 2 - All Years

0238-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0238-14 Removal of the High Pressure Fuel Injector Lines - Two-Filter

0239-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0239-14 High Pressure Fuel Injector Lines - Three-Filter System

12-039

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-039-DLR OWL Pre-approval's Time Frame Increases to 60 Days

12-040

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-040-DLR Roof Fairing Removal Program

12-045

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-045-DLR New Vehicle Warranty and Extended Coverage Freight

12-038

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-038-DLR - No Problem Found - Policy Claims - During Basic Vehicle Chassis or Base Engine Coverage

EFX Exterior Par

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EFX Exterior Parts Ref Manual 2012.12.12 BM

PAB034

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PAB034, Mileage Rates and Interest

PAB033

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PAB033, Insta-Chain Tire Chains

Dealer Memo 2012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dealer Memo 2012.08.09 New Literature Order Site Announcement

PAB032

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PAB032, TBB-SYNTEC Seats with ISO Latch

12-022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-022-DLR Daimler Trucks Remarketing Corporation (DTR) Now Requires Pre-approval for Repairs $1,200 (USD) and Greater

Learning Center

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Learning Center Dealer Registration Instructions-2012.07.12

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