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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.
SB2508
On the above-mentioned vehicles, it is possible that the installation of the FMCSA decal has been omitted. Verification is necessary in order that the decal is present in accordance with the requirements of FMCSA
SB2509
On the above-mentioned vehicles, it is possible that the installation of the FMCSA decal has been omitted. Verification is necessary in order that the decal is present in accordance with the requirements of FMCSA.
SB2485
The purpose of this service bulletin is to inform you that VDL Van Hool has gradually switched over to other components for the front axle steering system. This switch-over has been cut into production as from units 83097 (CX35) and 84560 (CX45). Previous references may be used further, but for future orders only the new components will be supplied.
SB2501
The control arms of the front and trailing axles are equipped with a flexible ball-joint at the chassis side. Van Hool has several suppliers for the repair kit of this flexible ball-joint. All of the repair kits contain a flexible ball-joint, a spacer and a snap ring. Due to not equal thickness of the spacer in the different kits, it is important to install all three the kit parts when replacing a flexible ball-joint. Do not mix parts of different repair kits!
SB2497
Mobile column lifts raise the vehicle under the wheels. This service bulletin is a reminder about the usage of mobile column lifts when lifting a complete vehicle.
SB2262B
TO CHECK EMERGENCY SIDE WINDOW OPERATION To ensure trouble-free operation, the emergency side windows must be checked on a regular basis. This will allow you to confirm the proper operation of the emergency exit handle and unlatching mechanism, as well as the proper installation and function of the window seals
SB2494
INTRODUCTION The purpose of this service bulletin is to inform you about the removal and installation of Raufoss line fittings
SB2193
This service bulletin provides step-by-step instructions on how to remove and install the radiator of the engine cooling system.
SB1791A
DESCRIPTION VDL Van Hool has released Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) in combination with Collision Mitigation System (CMS) as an option for above mentioned vehicles. This work procedure gives step-by-step instructions how to retrofit these vehicles with Collision Mitigation System (CMS) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
SB2468
Van Hool recently changed-over in production to a “longer” articulation shaft (VH11717611) to fasten the wheel-suspension arms to the steering knuckle carrier/hub carrier. Field experience has shown that this change-over has a positive impact on the lifespan of the rubber bushings. The “longer” articulation shaft may be used with the M18 as well as with the M20 fastening system (refer to figures 2 and 3).
SB2372B
This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so that the vehicle meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the U.S and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) in Canada about this subject.
SB2372a
This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so that the vehicle meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the U.S and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) in Canada about this subject.
SB2454
DESCRIPTION Eberspächer, manufacturer of coolant heaters, and ABC Companies have informed VDL Van Hool that they have both reported a vehicle safety problem to NHTSA agency related to the legal exhaust gas limits on a limited number of Eberspächer Hydronic L-II heaters. The NHTSA recall numbers are: Eberspächer NHTSA 24E-030 ABC Companies NHTSA 24V-332 The units which are affected are manufactured from May 1st, 2023 (week 18/year 2023) up to January 31st, 2024 (week 5/year 2024). Coolant heaters with a production date starting from February 1st, 2024 comply with the legal requirements and can be used without hesitation. The production date can be found on the type plate of the coolant heater (refer to figure 1). Issue: people in the immediate vicinity of the coolant heater could suffer smoke poisoning from the exhaust fumes, In addition the possibility of a vehicle fire due to increased temperatures cannot be ruled ou
sb2462
e electric cooling fans are mounted at the inside of the access doors of the radiator and chargeair cooler compartment. To prevent personal injury due to running fans, a safety system with proximity switches is installed to prevent the cooling fans from running when the access door is open or not properly closed.
SB1564
an Hool feels very strongly about quality and constantly focuses on product improvement. This is why we would like to ask you to provide us with the correct information as quickly as possible when filing a warranty request. A fully documented diagnostic is key in this process. The more precise and complete the supplied information is, the quicker we can finalize your request, with financial compensation when applicable. For this reason, follow the procedure below as closely as possible
SB2415
SERVICE INFORMATION: Compressed-air brake system functional check - The tests laid out in this bulletin are designed to identify the cause(s) of a sluggish performance and/or leaks in the system. The tests give you a general idea of the system condition. The procedures described in this service bulletin are applicable to Van Hool, CX35 vehicles with a MVP instrument cluster.
SB2372
This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so that the vehicle meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationâs (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the U.S and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) in Canada about this subject.
Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.