PREVOST X3-45 VIP Owner's manual

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COACH MANUFACTURER
OWNER’S MANUAL
X3-45 VIP
PA1597
PA1597
Featuring:
PRIME (Power Recovery by Intelligent Management of Energy), Bitzer
A/C Compressor, OBD13
First edition: July 2013, Model-year 2013 starting from vehicle D-5461
REV EFFECTIVE DESCRIPTION DATE
Foreword
i
This PREVOST Private Coach Owner's Manual
has been prepared to thoroughly acquaint you,
the owner, with the various equipment installed
on your vehicle. Of course, you are anxious to
drive your new private motorcoach and test its
features, but in order to fully appreciate and
safely enjoy your vehicle, please read this
publication carefully.
The specifications, descriptions and figures
given are based on the latest information
available at printing time. And because at
PREVOST we are constantly striving to improve
our products, we reserve the right to make
changes at any time without notice and/or
obligation on our part.
Please note that this publication applies to
factory-prepared, conversion-ready luxury
private coaches, manufactured by PREVOST
CAR INC. It describes and explains the
equipment and options available for installation
in our factory. Therefore, there may be
equipment described herein that is not installed
on your vehicle. This publication also does not
cover equipment installed by your interior
designer or system manufacturer.
This manual, or portions thereof, cannot be
reproduced in any form whatsoever, in whole or
in part, without the written consent of PREVOST
CAR INC.
Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for
reference only and may differ slightly from the
actual vehicle; however, key components
addressed in the manual are represented as
accurately as possible.
The following boxes are used to emphasize
particularly important information:
DANGER
Directs the operator’s
attention to unsafe
practices which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
WARNING
Directs the operator’s attention to unsafe
practices which could result
in serious
personal injury or
severe damage to the
vehicle.
CAUTION
Directs the
operator’s attention to unsafe
practices where personal injury is not likely but
damage to vehicle components could occur.
NOTE
Indicates supplementary information essential
to the proper operation of the vehicle.
For your own safety and to ensure prolonged
service life of your private motorcoach, heed our
warning labels: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
and
NOTE
. Ignoring them could result in
extensive damage and/or serious personal
injury.
Foreword
i
EVENT DATA RECORDING DEVICES
This PREVOST vehicle is equipped with a device generally referred to as an "event data recorder" or
"EDR." Please note that while the term "event data recorder" is typically used throughout the motor vehicle
industry, not every EDR is the same; i.e., they do not all record the same data elements.
The EDR on this PREVOST vehicle records vehicle speed, engine RPM, time and date, plus a variety of
pedal and switch positions, both before and after an "event." Sudden vehicle deceleration or the
occurrence of certain other vehicle operational characteristics will define (trigger) an "event."
For any questions about this vehicle EDR device, contact a PREVOST Service Center or a regional
service manager.
Table of contents
iii
SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................. 1-1
SECTION 2 VEHICLE EXTERIOR .................................................................................................... 2-1
SECTION 3 VEHICLE INTERIOR ..................................................................................................... 3-1
SECTION 4 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ............................................................................... 4-1
SECTION 5 OTHER FEATURES ...................................................................................................... 5-1
SECTION 6 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES .............................................................. 6-1
SECTION 7 SAFETY FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT ..................................................................... 7-1
SECTION 8 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 8-1
SECTION 9 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 9-1
ABBREVIATIONS
APPENDIX A SERVICE LITERATURE
APPENDIX B TROUBLESHOOTING MULTIPLEX
APPENDIX C ALLISON DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING CODES
APPENDIX D – TPMS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Safety Precautions 1-1
SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES ................................................................................................................ 2
DEFENSIVE DRIVING PRACTICES ............................................................................................................ 2
OTHER PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3
Safety Precautions
To ensure safe and reliable operation, heed the
following safety precautions.
SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
o Operation and maintenance of the vehicle
must be performed only by qualified
personnel.
o Before driving, conduct a walk around
inspection and check that all baggage
compartment doors and equipment access
doors are securely shut.
o Make sure good visibility is maintained at all
times. Keep windshields clean and free of
obstructions.
o Adjust the driver's seat so that all controls
can be reached easily.
o Always wear the safety belt when driving.
o Check the instrument panel frequently. Do
not operate the vehicle when dials or
indicators are not in their normal operating
condition.
o Always pay attention to pedestrians passing
in front and behind the vehicle. Always yield
to pedestrians at pedestrian walkways.
o Do not drive over obstacles on the road.
Empty boxes, piles of leaves, and snowdrifts
could conceal hidden dangers that could
damage the vehicle suspension and
underbody.
o When turning or changing lanes, signal your
intention well in advance.
o When approaching to make a right turn,
reduce the space between the vehicle and
the curb to make sure another vehicle
cannot pass on the right. Since the vehicle
makes wide turns, allow enough space to
make safe turns.
o Switch from high beams to low beams when
meeting or following other vehicles within
500 feet (150 meters).
o Never leave the vehicle unattended with the
engine running or with the key in the ignition.
Turn off the engine, remove keys and apply
the parking brake before leaving the vehicle.
o Shut-off the engine before refueling, adding
oil, performing maintenance or servicing
tasks, unless stated otherwise.
o Fuel is highly flammable and explosive. Do
not smoke when refueling. Keep away from
open flames or sparks.
o Do not run the engine or HVAC system with
access doors left open. Close compartment
doors before operating any equipment.
o Do not remove the surge tank filler cap or
the cooling system pressure cap when the
engine is hot. Let the engine cool down
before removing filler caps.
o Do not attempt to push or pull-start a vehicle
equipped with an automatic transmission.
o The service life of the vehicle depends on
the kind of maintenance it receives. Always
record any problems and report them
immediately to maintenance personnel.
o Do not use the trailer hitch before reading
the safety, technical and operational
requirements on page 14 of this manual.
DEFENSIVE DRIVING PRACTICES
o For city driving, allow a four to six second
travel interval between your vehicle and the
vehicle ahead. Increase this travel interval
to six to eight seconds for highway driving.
Increase time interval for driving at night or
in foul weather.
o Be prepared to stop when approaching an
intersection. The stopping distance of the
vehicle increases with the weight and speed.
o Establish eye-to-eye contact with other
drivers and with pedestrians. Use, high
beam and low beam headlights, turn signals
and horn as needed.
o On highway, don't stare at the road ahead.
Keep your eyes moving. Check mirrors and
dashboard instruments frequently.
o To keep the vehicle from drifting across
lanes during highway driving, always look
over the horizon on the road ahead.
o Adjust your speed to road conditions, traffic
and visibility. Never exceed the posted
speed limits.
o If another vehicle is following close behind,
reduce your speed to let the vehicle pass.
For additional information about safe operation
and defensive driving practices, contact the local
department of motor vehicles authority.
Safety Precautions
OTHER PRECAUTIONS
DANGER
Prior to working on a system inside the
vehicle, make sure to cut electrical power and
air supply. A component could be supplied
with electricity even if battery master switch is
set to the OFF position and/or a component
could be pressur
ized even if air tanks are
emptied. Always refer to the appropriate wiring
and pneumatic diagrams prior to working on
electrical and/or pneumatic systems.
CAUTION
Prior to welding or soldering on the vehicle,
disconnect all electronic modules, positive
and negative battery connections. If these
modules (MCM, ECM, VECU, TCM, ECU,
ABS) are not dis
connected, electronic
components (EPROM, CHIPS) could be
permanently damaged.
Refer to Section 00 of
your maintenance
manual for all related procedures.
Vehicle Exterior
2-1
ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS ................................................................................................ 4
ENGINE COMPARTMENT R.H. SIDE DOOR ............................................................................................. 5
ENGINE COMPARTMENT REAR DOORS ................................................................................................. 5
EXHAUST AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEM ACCESS DOOR ...................................................................... 6
RADIATOR DOOR ....................................................................................................................................... 6
CATALYTIC CONVERTER ACCESS DOOR .............................................................................................. 6
CONDENSER COMPARTMENT (A/C) ........................................................................................................ 6
EVAPORATOR COMPARTMENT ............................................................................................................... 7
FRONT ELECTRICAL AND SERVICE COMPARTMENT ........................................................................... 7
BAGGAGE COMPARTMENTS .................................................................................................................... 8
RECLINING BUMPER COMPARTMENT .................................................................................................... 9
FUEL AND DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) FILLER DOOR .................................................................... 9
ENTRANCE DOOR ...................................................................................................................................... 9
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................... 10
KEYLESS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................ 10
PROGRAMMING YOUR PERSONAL CODE ................................................................................................... 10
REAR VIEW MIRRORS .............................................................................................................................. 10
BACK-UP CAMERA ................................................................................................................................... 11
110-120 VOLT CONNECTOR .................................................................................................................... 11
TRAILER HITCH ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Vehicle Exterior
X3-45 VIP EXTERIOR VIEW (TYPICAL) 18576
1.
Engine air intake
10.
Rear-view mirror
2.
Engine compartment R.H. side door
11.
Reclining bumper
3.
Hinged rear fender
12.
Front electrical and service compartment
4.
Baggage compartment
13.
Driver’s power window
5.
Fuel filler door
14.
Evaporator or baggage compartment
6.
Condenser or baggage compartment
15.
Radiator door
7.
Entrance door
16.
Catalytic Converter access door
8.
Entrance door power window
17.
Slide-Out (Optional)
9.
Engine compartment rear doors
18.
Exhaust Aftertreatment System access door
Vehicle Exterior
LE MIRAGE XLII BUS SHELL EXTERIOR VIEW (TYPICAL) 18622
1.
Engine air intake
10.
Rear-view mirror
2.
Engine compartment R.H. side door
11.
Front reclining bumper
3.
Hinged rear fender
12.
Front electrical and service compartment
4.
Baggage compartment
13.
Driver’s power window
5.
Fuel filler door
14.
Evaporator compartment
6.
Condenser compartment
15.
Radiator door
7.
Entrance door
16.
Catalytic Converter access door
8.
Entrance door power window
17.
Front Slide-Out (Optional)
9.
Engine compartment rear doors
18.
Exhaust Aftertreatment System access door
Vehicle Exterior
ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FEATURING VOLVO D13 ENGINE 01184
1. Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) & Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Assembly;
2. Transmission fluid dipstick;
3. Coolant fluid surge tank filler cap;
4. Coolant fluid surge tank sight glass;
5. Air filter restriction indicator;
6. Engine oil dipstick;
7. Air filter;
8. Starter selector switch and Engine rear start push-button switch, Engine compartment Lights Switch;
9. Power steering fluid reservoir;
10. Radiator fan;
11. Radiator fan drive mechanism
12. Alternators;
13. Engine oil filler tube;
14. Central A/C compressor;
Vehicle Exterior
Most serviceable parts may be accessed
through exterior compartments. There may be
slight differences in the location of parts and in
the configuration of compartments between
models, depending on options.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT R.H. SIDE DOOR
The engine compartment R.H. side door
provides access to the following (if equipped):
o Engine compartment rear door release
lever;
o Batteries;
o Battery equalizer;
o Rear Electrical Panel;
o Rear Junction Panel;
o Booster terminals;
o Primary air circuit fill valve and drain cock;
o Fuel filter/water separator;
o 110-120 volt connector.
o A/C Compressor.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT R.H. DOOR 18559
This door can be locked or unlocked using the
exterior compartment key or, if so equipped, by
the central door locking system. To open, push
sideways the small lever located between the
marker lights.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT R.H. SIDE 18513
ENGINE COMPARTMENT REAR DOORS
To open the engine compartment rear doors,
open the engine compartment R.H. side door
and pull the lever located on the rear door, close
to the bottom door hinge. The engine
compartment doors swing out to provide access
to the following:
o Engine;
o Alternator(s);
o Compressor(s);
OPENING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT REAR DOORS
FROM R.H. SIDE DOOR 18547
o Belt tension valve (refer to Care and
Maintenance chapter);
o Engine starting selector (refer to Starting
and Stopping Procedures chapter);
o Certification plates;
o Engine coolant surge tank;
o Air cleaner restriction indicator;
o Engine oil dipstick;
o Power steering fluid reserve tank;
Vehicle Exterior
o Automatic transmission oil dipstick and filler
tube;
o Engine coolant filler cap.
A catch holding each door open engages when
the door is fully open. Release the catches
before closing the doors. Close the L.H. door
first, then firmly shut the R.H. door.
Turn the lights ON in the engine compartment
using the switch on the rear start panel.
WARNING
Unless otherwise specified, do not run engine
when the engine compartment rear doors are
open. Close the engine compartment rear
doors before starting the engine.
EXHAUST AFTERTREATMENT
SYSTEM ACCESS DOOR
The engine door must be
open before opening the
exhaust aftertreatment
system access door. To
open the access door,
lower
the latch release
lever, using a flat tip
screwdriver.
To close the door, lower the door and push
against the release lever spring to latch the door
shut.
RADIATOR DOOR
RADIATOR DOOR 18560
Open the engine radiator door by pushing
sideways the release lever.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER ACCESS
DOOR
To gain access to the catalytic converter, open
the radiator door first. At the top of the radiator
compartment, pull the catch connecting rod to
unlock the catalytic access door and lift the door
open.
Hold the door open by inserting the support rod
free end into the receptacle located on the left
side of the catalytic converter.
ACCESS TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER 04018
WARNING
After inserting the support
rod into the
receptacle, make sure the rod supports the
door securely from falling down on to your
head or body.
WARNING
External and internal temperatures remain hot
long after engine has been shutdown. Allow
the Aftertreatment Device and DPF to cool
before handling. Wear protective clothing and
glove while servicing.
CONDENSER COMPARTMENT (A/C)
Pull the release latch located inside the adjacent
baggage compartment to open the condenser
door.
The condenser compartment provides access to
the following:
Vehicle Exterior
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank:
Condenser;
Condenser fans and motors;
Filter dryer and moisture indicator;
Receiver tank.
CONDENSER COMPARTMENT (A/C)
EVAPORATOR COMPARTMENT
The HVAC (Heating, Ventilating and Air-
Conditioning) evaporator blower and water
recirculating pump are located in this
compartment. The compartment door release
latch is located on the right side of the baggage
compartment and to the left of the HVAC
compartment door. Pull the release latch then
press the secondary lock lever to swing the
HVAC compartment door open.
EVAPORATOR COMPARTMENT
SECONDARY LOCK LEVER
FRONT ELECTRICAL AND SERVICE
COMPARTMENT
To open the front electrical and service
compartment door, pull the rod inside the
vehicle, next to the driver’s power window or use
the key to open from outside the vehicle. The
front electrical and service compartment
provides access to the following:
FRONT SERVICE COMPARTMENT DOOR 18381
o Front terminal block;
o VECU;
o Vehicle Electrical Center Front (VECF) and
Multiplex Modules;
o Master Chassis Module (MCM);
o Keyless module;
o Relays and fuses;
o Windshield washer reservoir & headlights
washer reservoir;
o Accessory air tank drain valve;
o Accessory system fill valve;
Vehicle Exterior
o ABS Electronic Control Unit (ECU).
The light in the front electric & service
compartment turns ON automatically when the
door is opened.
FRONT ELECTRICAL COMPARTMENT 06665
FRONT SERVICE COMPARTMENT 06532
BAGGAGE COMPARTMENTS
BAGGAGE DOOR LOCK AND LEVER 18043
The baggage compartment doors of the X
Series models provide 407 ft3 (11,53 m3) of
storage capacity. The compartments can be
locked or unlocked by using the exterior
compartment key. Pull up operating handle to
release the latch, and then pull the door open.
Pressurized cylinders assist the opening and
closing of the baggage compartment doors and
hold the doors open.
To close, pull the door down by the handle rod.
Complete the closing of the door by returning
the operating handle to its initial position.
CAUTION
Do not slam shut the baggage compartment
doors. Damage to door weather-
stripping or
locking mechanism could result.
Lights in the baggage compartments turn ON
automatically when the door is opened.
WARNING
To avoid injury, keep hands clear of baggage
compartment door edge and door frame when
closing.
NOTE
To prevent theft and vandalism, always lock
the baggage compartment doors before
leaving the vehicle unattended.
NOTE
For safety, open the door until the catch holds
the door open. Lift lever to release.
BAGGAGE DOOR CATCH 18612
Vehicle Exterior
NOTE
The bagg
age compartment doors can be
locked/unlocked from the driver's position by
the optional central locking system. The switch
is on the L.H. control panel. Refer to "Controls
& Instruments" chapter.
RECLINING BUMPER
COMPARTMENT
The front bumper can be tilted downward to give
access to the bumper compartment. Pull the
release handle located inside front service
compartment to unlock. Tilt down the entire
bumper assembly to access the compartment.
Push the bumper back up firmly in place to lock
in position.
WARNING
The compartment behind the bumper is not
designed for storage. Never store loose
objects in this compartment since they can
interfere with the steering linkage mechanism.
Use care when opening or closing the
reclining bumper compartment to prevent
personal injury.
FUEL AND DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID
(DEF) FILLER DOOR
The fuel and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) filler
door is located on the R.H. side of the coach
providing easy filling. A spring keeps the door
either open or shut. A key is provided for
unlocking the door if the option was chosen.
FUEL & DEF FILLER DOOR 03046
NOTE
Provided the vehicle is parked on level
ground, an automatic nozzle will automatically
shut off when tank is approximately 95% full.
CAUTION
Do not fill to more than 95% of the tank
capacity. Do not "top off" the tank, doing so
may result in fuel spillage when the fuel
expands.
NOTE
The fuel filler door locks must be in the
unlocked position before closing.
ENTRANCE DOOR
ENTRANCE DOOR 18380
Lock or unlock the entrance door from outside
the vehicle by either turning the key in the door
lock (counterclockwise to lock, clockwise to
unlock), by using the outside key pad (see
“Keyless Entry System” in this chapter), or by
using the remote control (electronic key). Open
the door by pulling on the lever. Close by
pushing the door shut.
There are two ways of unlocking the entrance
door from the inside. The first consists in
actuating the rocker switch on the R.H.
dashboard panel. This operation will also unlock
the baggage compartments. Also, you can
unlock the entrance door by sliding its lock lever
to the left. If the orange tab on the door-lock
lever is visible, the door is unlocked.
DOOR-LOCK PANEL 18187
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