Vehicle report

2012 WESTERN STAR CONSTELLATION

Service bulletins

135 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.

sbw0015

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin- sbw0015 Vibration and Harsh Ride Troubleshooting

wp00002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

wp00002 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels

sbw4206

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw4206 Brake Shimmy?Meritor® SteeLite X30? Brake Drum With Excessive Runout

sbw5439

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5439 RX Module Fault Codes

ssbw0005

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ssbw0005 Reemplazo de etiquetas de certificación de la clasificación del peso bruto del vehículo (GVWR)

ssbw0110

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ssbw0110 Tubería incorrecta en el VPOD (dispositivo de salida de presión variable) de motores Detroit

ssbw2016

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ssbw2016 El embrague de ventilador Kysor se atasca

ssbw3208

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ssbw3208 Reemplazo del buje del ojo de muelle AirLiner

ssbw4607

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ssbw4607 Ajuste de la columna de dirección

fsbw4206

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

fsbw4206 Dandinement des freins - Tambour de frein MeritorMD SteeLite X30MD avec voilage excessif

17TL25

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17TL25 TruckCam? Alignment System

14CSA23

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14CSA23 CSC Announces ?Tech Tips? ? DDCSN

sbw0002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Publications Ordering

sbw5464

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fuel Level Sending Unit Retrofit

SS1033094

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Solution SS 1033094 KUS Float Tube Fuel Level Sensor Inform...

54-55

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SBW5455 VIRTUAL TECHNICIAN RETROFIT

sbw3215

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Some vehicles may have been incorrectly shimmed at the factory, and may lean slightly to the right or left. While this does not affect the operation of the vehicle, it may be visually unpleasing to many customers.

15TS3

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15TS3 Detroit? Coolant Change From Nitrite Organic Acid Technology

16-010

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warranty Recognition Program Suspension

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

SB-54-1

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: BRAKE SIGNAL OVERRIDES TURN SIGNAL UNDER NORMAL OPERATIONS, DUE TO TURN SIGNAL SWITCHES AND STOP/TURN LAMPS ARE SHARING SAME FILAMENT AND SOME TRUCKS WANT 4 WAY FLASHERS TO OVERRIDE SELF CANCELLING TURN SIGNAL SWITCHES. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. CONSTELLATION, HERITAGE, 4700, 4800, 4900, 5700, 5900, 6900. *PE

sbw5401

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5401 Turn Signal and Brake Override Circuit

sbw5457

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5457 Powernet Troubleshooting Guide: Batteries, Path, Alternator

15-017

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-017 Detroit: Updated Fuel Injector SDTs

15-015

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-015 Warranty Exclusions Reminder

15-016

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-016-DLR New Essential Tool For CPWA, CPPRA, Ltd CPPRA, & DSDWC Parties: Cadex CA-12 Battery Tester

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

15CSA4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15CSA4 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center

15TS10

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15TS10Rev DD Engine Platform Coolant Filter

14TL-7

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL-7Rev DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100

15TL6

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15TL6 W470589129100 ? HDEP HP Fuel Rail Test Caps

sbw2023

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw2023 Modine Copper/Brass Bolted Downflow Radiator Rebuilding

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

15-009 - Detroit

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-009_Detroit_New_SDTs

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

SB-54-30

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING THE DISCONNECTION AND/OR CONNECTING OF DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS THAT ARE DISABLED DURING ASSEMBLY. *PE

sbw0116

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw0116 Pilot Bearing Spacer for Detroit Engines with Eaton transmissions

sbw5430

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5430 Disconnecting or Connecting Daytime Running Lights

sbw5461

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5461 Guidelines for Repairing or Replacing an Electrical Harness

14TL8

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14TL8 TorcUP? Non-Impacting Torque Tool.

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.

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 ?

1010-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1010-14 SPN 2623 (CPC) (GHG14)

14CSA20

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14CSA20 EGR Valve Actuator Kit P/N E23539699

1009-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1009-14 SPN 5016 (ACM) (GHG14)

1008-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1008-14 SPN 3510FMI 4,7, and 8 (CPC)(GHG14)

1007-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1007-14 SPN 5016/FMI 3, 4 (ACM) (EPA10)

1006-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1006-14 SPN 4374 (ACM) (GHG14)

1005-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1005-14 Oil Coolant Module

1003-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1003-14 Rough Running or Stalling.

18SP684REV4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18SP684Rev4 18SP684Rev4 ? EPA07 and EPA10 DD Platform EGR Delta Pressure Sensor Update

18SP705REV5

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18SP705Rev5 18SP705Rev5 ? DD Platform Delta Pressure Sensor

sb2080

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sb2080 Australian CST M1400 Isolated Radiator Retrofit

sb54287

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sb54287 Powernet Distribution Box Fuse Retention on the Keep-Alive

sbw5460

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5460 Powernet Distribution Box Fuse Retention on the Keep-Alive

14-017R

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-017R Revised: Detroit Addition of Admin Time

14-029

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-029 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times

18SP703

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18SP703 18SP703 - GHG14 KM63 GEN2 Low Pressure Fuel Pump-Two-Filter Fuel System Ki

49-13

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

49-13 - DEF Return Line Fitting Heater, 6-Gallon Tanks

54-59

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

54-59 - Viewing a Cadex Battery Tester Failure Code Without Using a Printer

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

14-026

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-026-DLR SelecTruck Warranty Enhancements

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

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

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

0237-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0237-14 Engine Brake Solenoid

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

49-14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

49-14 - DEF Tank Coolant Valve O-Ring Kit

54-57

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

54-57 - Powernet Troubleshooting Guide: Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter

SB-49-11

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: IF DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) SYSTEMS IS SITTING FOR EXTENDED TIME, IN TANK, WILL CRYSTALLIZE AROUND FLOAT OF LEVEL SENDING UNIT TUBE AND NEEDS CLEANING TO PREVENT A FALSE OR INCORRECT GAUGE READING. MODEL CONSTALLATION, 4700, 4800, 4900, 5900, 6900. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE

WS-49-13

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: AT RETURN LINE FITTING, DURING COLD EXTREME TEMPERATURES, THE DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) TANK WOULD FREEZE. *PE

WSB-49-11

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: WHEN TRUCK SITS, FOR ANY EXTENDED PERIOD, WITH A DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) SYSTEM, IT WOULD CRYSTALLIZED, IN THE TANK, AROUND FLOAT, ON DEF LEVEL SENDING UNIT TUBE AND NEEDS TO BE CLEANED. *PE

sbw5455

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5455 Virtual Technician Retrofit

sbw3510

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw3510 Axle Alignment Specifications

sbw0001

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw0001Validity List Western Star

sbw2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw2019 Kysor Fan Clutch Rocking Runout Inspection

sbw4911

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw4911 DEF Gauge Reading Incorrectly

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

12-043

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-043-DLR Helpline Available For Additional Support

12-038

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

sbw4713

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw4713 Crank No Start, Loss of Engine Prime on Decked Vehicles

12-033

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-033-DLR Over the Counter No Hassle Warranty (OTC)

SB-54-53

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR TRUCKS: THE FUEL GUAGE LEVEL MAY DROP TO EMPTY FOR ABOUT 25 MILES AND THEN WILL RETURN TO NORMAL. *RM UPDATED 4/2/13. *PE

sbw3109

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw3109 Huck-Spin 2 Changeover

sbw5453

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw5453 EPA10 Fuel Level Gauge

12-027

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-027-DLR Detroit and Alliance like Batteries are now interchangeable

sbw4205

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw4205 Bendix Air Disc Brake Thermal Overload Issues

sbw4910

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

sbw4910 Gentech DEF Coolant-Flow Solenoid, Testing and Replacement

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

WSB-42-05

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: AN ISSUE WITH THERMAL OVERLOAD ON BENDIX AIR DISC BRAKES WHERE ABS SENSOR WIRES MELTS, BRAKE ACTUATOR FAILS TO PROPERLY OPERATE DUE TO VENT HOLE IN BOTTOM NOT OPENING, CALIPERS COATED WITH RED OR BRIGHT ORANGE DUST AND TAPPED AND/OR GUIDE PIN BOOTS MELTED OR OTHERWISE SHOWS HEAT DAMAGE. MODELS CONSTELLATION, 4700, 4800, 4900, 5900 AND 6900. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

WSB-42-6

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, SOME TRUCKS WILL EXPERIENCE SEVERE SHAKING OR SHIMMYING. MODELS CONSTELLATION, 4700, 4800, 4900, 6900 AND 5900. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 11/1/12. *PE

SB-49-12

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: AROUND THE DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CRYSTAL OR POWDER BUILT UP INDICATES A LEAK CAUSED BY EVAPORATION OF DEF EXPOSED TO AIR AND/OR DAMPNESS. *PE

WSB-49-9

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: ON SOME TRUCKS, THE EXHAUST BELLOWS HAVE A NEW AND ROBUST FLEX TUBE DESIGN, WHICH REQUIRES A SLIP CLAMP ASSEMBLY, NOW AVAILABLE. MODELS CONSTELLATION. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

35-7

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR: LUBRICATE WHEEL BEARINGS, REAR DRIVE AXLES. *JS

GIB-42-4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DAIMLER TRUCKS: THERE IS A REPETITIVE "SPITTING" NOISE MAY BE HEARD FROM THE AIR DRYERS. *RM

SB-47-11

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR TRUCKS: FUEL LINE FITTING REPLACEMENT INFORMATION. *RM

SB-32-13

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR TRUCKS: THE REAR SUSPENSION AIR-SPRING ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN REDESIGNED. *RM

SB-35-07

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR TRUCKS: INFORMATION ON WHEEL BEARING LUBRICATION IN THE REAR AXLE. *RM

SB-46-9

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WESTERN STAR TRUCKS: THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP WITH A DIFFERENT VERSION PUMP. *RM

SB-60-23

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DAIMLER TRUCKS: SOME WESTERN STAR VEHICLES MAY HAVE ENGINE COVER INSULATION COME LOOSE AND FALL DOWN ON THE ENGINE. *RM

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