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2003 VOLVO VN

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Service bulletins

97 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.

CBR 2246-5 032026

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR - Z Spring Bracket Wear. Volvo Chassis

CBR 2488 072025

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR - A significant GPS reporting issue is affecting fleet operations, with trucks maintaining back-office communication but failing to transmit GPS location data.

CBR-2139 202405

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR - 11 Liter Engines - Fuel In Oil.

CBR-2120 202308

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off

V728-005A 202308

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test

CBR-2112 202307

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

KC-2033

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR: Volvo On-Highway Vehicles - Bendix ABS Fault SPN 807 FMI 13 Blink code 19-4. The new Central Pressure Control (CPC) system has changed the way that the ABS chuff test is performed.

KC-2260

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CBR: Volvo Chassis - Timing Gear Plate Repair. This solution provides supplementary information to be used when installing a Timing Gear Plate with Integrated Seal.

KC-2248

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Flywheel Housing Thread Repair

KC-395

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Instrument Cluster Programming - Programming Fails Or Errors Display When Replacing An Instrument Cluster With A Newer Part Number (Conversion Kit) - US04 To US10 Chassis (9-Pin Diagnostic Connector)

CBR-2201

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information – August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions

KC-2112

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

KC-2119

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information

KC-2143

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)

KC-405

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal And Reinstallation - US07 And Newer

KC-2028

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures

KC-2174

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria

KC-435

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion

KC-732

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data

KC-2107

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer

KC-2116

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions

KC-2165

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions

KC-2171

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer

KC-726

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster

KC-2149

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US14+OBD16 And Newer Emissions

KC-674

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Sending Unit Specification Information

KC-647

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding

SNV22-003

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The Diagnostic Process

KC-784

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

356EN01

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App

Service Manager

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)

KC-434

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Model VN, Hood Release Cable Interference

KC-392

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer

KC-357

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Flywheel Resurfacing And Reuse Guidelines

KC-2134

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo VN Models - Overhead Light Loose, Detaching From Headliner

KC-2136

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Model VN - Water Intrusion In Back Of Cab, Back Wall Of Bunk Leaking

KC-2032

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Stemco Hubcap Plug Will Not Stay In

KC-290

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Redundant Brake Switch Test - Code MID136 SID55 FMI2, or( DTC ) P1055

K21533201

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Discharge Recirculation Valve (DRV) - FSB 258-029 , Engine Turbocharger Compressor Bypass Valve Deletion Kit , Installation

K19344221

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Fusion 2 Adaptive Cruise Function Document

K24912512

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Volvo Hill Start Assist System Information

K24113935

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA)

K17408563

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volvo Chassis - Rain Sensor Bracket Removal And Installation Procedure when Using An Aftermarket Windshield

FSB216-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Flywheel Resurfacing Guidelines, I-Shift

FSB 293-022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

In the event that an EGR temperature sensor replacement is required on a VOLVO D13H engine, a new routing configuration is required.

SP 398-001

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

On some trucks with the Telematics Gateway (TGW) system, the TGW control unit may not correctly communicate with the vehicle systems after restarting.

FSB 213-002, Exh

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

In some instances the exhaust rocker piston cap screw may become loose and back out causing loss of engine compression, or a mechanical injector Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).

DOR-D8Z6E-09

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO RETURN UNSOLD INVENTORY BECAUSE SOME PRODUCT MAY HAVE POROSITY THAT CAN CAUSE A SLOW COOLANT LEAK THAT WOULD DISSATISFY CUSTOMERS

FSB 593-012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement

FSB 222-004

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Oil Filter Housing

FSB 216-001

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion

FSB 252-031

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Turbocharger Outlet Pipe

FSB 210-045

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Regeneration in PTO Mode

FSB 284-057

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

High Soot Output

FSB 215-003

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Timing Plate Flange Screw

FSB 215-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Timing Plate Leak Repair

FSB 258-036

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DEF Sensor Assembly Routing

FSB 258-035

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Aftertreatment DEF Tank Vent Filter

FSB 431-010

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Range Synchronizer, Repair

FSB 293-027

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EGR Mass Flow Rate Low, diagnostic trouble code

SP 386-004

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fuel Management Module, Replacement, incorrect calibration

FSB 371-049

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Battery Cable, Routing

FSB 432-014

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Transmission ECU Compatibility

FSB 293-024

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Differential Pressure Sensor

SP 293-027

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Coolant Hose, EGR Cooler, Replacement

FSB 234-018

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Single Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter Kit

FSB 234-019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Dual Fuel Tanks Ventilation Filter Kit

FSB 801-003

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Door Rust Prevention

FSB 432-013

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

AMT High Range Cone Replacement

FSB 375-010

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seat Harness Routing (Non-Swivel) wires pulling away from clipping points

FSB 375-011

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Seat Harness Routing (Swivel) wires pulling away from clipping points

SP 284-049

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine Control Module (ECM) Software Update

FSB-221-011

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO: LOW OIL PRESSURE, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DURING LONG HARD PULL CONDITIONS, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) PID 100 FM1, SPN 100 FMI 1 OR P252400, CAN LOG ON, WITH OR WITHOUT ENGINE SHUT DOWN LAMP. MODEL VN, VT. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE

FSB-51-001

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO: THE AIR DISC BRAKE, ON SOME TRUCKS, MAY EXPERIENCE THERMAL OVERLOAD DUE TO AN OVER ADJUSTMENT OF NORMAL PAD WEAR COMPENSATION THAT MAINTAINS CLEARANCE RUNNING BETWEEN BRAKE PAD AND ROTOR. MODELS VAH, VHD, VN. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE

FSB-512-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO: ON SOME TRUCKS, AIR DISC BRAKE MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF THERMAL OVERLOAD. THERMAL OVERLOAD REDUCES RUNNING CLEARANCE BETWEEN PAD AND ROTOR BELOW DESIRED LEVEL WHICH IS AN OVER ADJUSTMENT OF NORMAL PAD WEAR COMPENSATION. MODEL VAH, VHD, VN. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE

FSB 284-047

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Oil Level Sensor Harness Wire Splice

SP 431-021

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Transmission ECU Programming

SP2 284-036

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Software Update, revise document

FSB 293-016

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Oil Supply Line, updated part

FSB 284-038

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine Coolant Thermostat Software Update

FSB 811-005

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Floor Cracks Repair (Front Panel)

FSB 811-006

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Floor Cracks Repair (Rear Panel)

FSB-375-008

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: DURING OPERATION OF DRIVER SIDE SWIVEL SEAT AND I SHIFT TRANSMISSION, THE HARNESS RUBBING OR WIRES, ARE PULLED OUT OF CONNECTORS. THIS CAUSES SEAT HARNESS DROPPING OR PULLING AWAY FROM CLIPPING POINTS. *PE

SP-514-005

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: ON THE STEERING AXLE OF THE VOLVO TRUCKS, THE ZERK FITTING ON THE MERITOR SLACK ADJUSTER COMES INTO CONTACT WITH THE BOLT HEAD OF THE STEERING ARM CAUSING THE FITTING TO BREAK. *JS UPDATED 8/17/12. *PE

FSB-212-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: OIL SEEPAGE AT FLYWHEEL HOUSING. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALREADY BEEN SOLVED IN PRODUCTION, BUT THE PRODUCTION SOLUTION IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH PREVIOUS GENERATION FLYWHEEL HOUSINGS. *JS

FSB-255-023

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: CONNECTOR PIN, REPLACEMENT. SEVERE FRETTING DAMAGE OF THE ENGINE VARIABLE GEOMETRY TURBOCHARGER ACTUATOR (ENGINE VGT ACTUATOR) HARNESS AND TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR (TSS) CONNECTOR MAY CAUSE AN UNRELIABLE SIGNAL TO THE ENGINE VGT ACTUATOR. *JS

FSB-357-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO: LIGHT CONTROL MODULE (LCM), REPROGRAMMING. ON SOME VOLVO UNITS EQUIPPED WITH CLEAR LED CLEARANCE LIGHTS IN THE SUN VISOR, THE MAY EXHIBIT AN ACTIVE FAULT CODE MID 216 PSID 49 FMI 5. THIS FAULT INDICATES A TRAILER MARKER OPEN ISSUE WHICH IS INCORRECT FOR THE ISSUE PRESENT ON THE VEHICLE. *JS

SP-891-004

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO: TRUCKS BUILT PRIOR TO 18/8/2011 WERE SHIPPED WITHOUT FOUR (4) SPRING NUTS PRE-INSTALLED FROM THE FACTORY. *JS

FSB-373-012

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: SOME ENGINES LEAK OIL THROUGH THE GROMMET. INFORMATION ON THE WIRING HARNESS, UNIT INJECTOR REPLACEMENT. *RM UPDATED 9/9/11. *PE

FSB-357-001

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

MACK TRUCKS: THERE IS REVISED MOUNTING HARDWARE FOR THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND TURBOCHARGER. *RM

FSB-891-013

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: VEHICLES WITH PARTIAL CHASSIS FAIRINGS MAY EXPERIENCE DAMAGE TO THE FAIRING¿S LOWER SUPPORT RAIL. IT CAN BE CAUSED BY VIBRATION OF THE FAIRING AGAINST THE FIBERGLASS RAIL. A PROCEDURE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE SITUATION. *RM

SB-824-002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCK: TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR CAB WATER INTRUSION, A CAB COWL SEAL HAS BEEN RELEASED BY ENGINEERING. THE SEAL PART NUMBER 8083305 IS POSITIONED ABOVE THE TOP EDGE OF THE COWL PANEL TO DIVERT WATER FLOW ONTO THE COWL PANEL RATHER THAN BETWEEN THE COWL PANEL AND CAB. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

SP-215-014

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCKS: ENGINE UPDATE CAMPAIGN FOR CERTAIN D13F ENGINES (VN-2, VHD-2) CONSISTS OF INSPECTING THE CAMSHAFT AND REPLACING THE INTAKE ROCKER ARMS, EXHAUST ROCKER ARMS, INJECTOR ROCKER ARMS, INJECTOR HOLD DOWNS, AND THE INJECTOR SEALING WASHERS. *PE UPDATED 12/17/09. *PE

SB-261-017

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCK: ON SOME VEHICLES, COOLANT OVERFLOW OUT OF THE OVERFLOW TUBE OCCURS DURING THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER REGENERATION CYCLE. EXCESSIVE COOLANT FLOW FROM THE RADIATOR TOP TANK AND THERMOSTAT VENT LINES PREVENTS FLOW INTO THE DE-AERATION PROCESS. VN-2, VHD-2 VT MODELS ONLY. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

SB-364-025

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCK; CLUTCH SWITCH CLIP; IT HAS BEEN FOUND THAT VN, VHD AND VT VEHICLES USE A SPRING CLIP TO RETAIN THE CLUTCH SWITCH, MAY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE CLUTCH SWITCH MOVING OR DETACHING FROM IT'S MOUNT. *PE

RTJ-16629

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO: LEAKAGE DETECTION DIAGNOSTICS IMPROVEMENTS TO REMEDY DTC'S. ALL MODELS FROM MODEL YEARS 2003-2008. DIAGNOSTIC MONITOR FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM SMALL LEAK, HAS USED A SOFTWARE FUNCTION THAT CALCULATES LEAKAGE BASED ON A PRESSURE INFERRED FROM THE CURRENT CONSUMED BY AN ELECTRIC PUMP THAT PUMPS AIR INTO THE FUEL TANK SYSTEM. *PE

FSB-873-014

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLVO TRUCK: REPORTS PROMPTED THE RELEASE OF A REPLACEMENT CONNECTOR FOR THE CAB HVAC MOTOR RESISTOR. REPLACEMENT CONNECTOR IS SUPPLIED AS KIT PART, WHICH CONTAINS THE CONNECTOR BODY AND THE NECESSARY TERMINALS. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE

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