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  • Page 1 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 2 08.2007 EvoBus GmbH Not to be reprinted, reproduced or translated in any form without prior permission. Address for orders: EvoBus GmbH Service Documentation D-89077 Ulm Printed in Germany Order no.: A 628 584 32 97...
  • Page 3 Please make sure that you read the Environmental protection: Introduction “Safety” section before you use the The declared policy of EvoBus GmbH The user information supplied with vehicle for the first time. Before the each bus is only intended for use is one of integrated environmental pro- bus is driven, please make sure that you by those persons who are qualified...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Addition of petrol ....40 applicable to Conecto G) ..24 Addition of flow improvers ..40 Brake system safety precautions .
  • Page 6 - overview ....118 Drive-off lock ....140 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 7 HH2/HK1 ....170 outside ....194 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 8 Jacking points, front ... 228 Engine oil level: oil level informa- Jump-starting where vehicle bat- Jacking points, centre (CONECTO tion on the screen ... . 210 teries are located one above the G) .
  • Page 9 Vehicle data ....254 Index ..... 255 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 10 Table of contents CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 11: Vehicle Identification

    VIN when ordering replacement parts and fication Number Vehicle identification number (1) is also making technical enquiries. (VIN) marked on the skeleton at the front of the bus. It is accessible via the front Permissible gross flap. vehicle weight CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 12 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 13: Safety

    Operation of auxiliary heating ..............8 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 14: General Safety Information

    Tampering with electronic compon- the necessary measures to avoid them. ents and their software may cause Meaning of symbols: malfunctions. As electronic compon- ents are networked, these malfunc- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 15 96/38/EC, 74/ for bridges or the maximum permissible 408/EEC as amended by 96/ height for driving through underpasses. 37/EC, 77/541/EEC as amended by The driver is responsible for ensuring that 96/36/EC, bridge load-bearing capacities and max- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 16 (mobile phones) may result in the mal- function of inadequately shielded medical equipment (cardiac pacemakers). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 17 Remove the mirror arm in the exterior mirrors. direction of travel. Fit the exterior mirrors after the bus has been washed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 18: Windscreen Wiper System Safety Precautions

    It must also not be used in wiper system (wiper blade cleaning, re- timer or preselection mode. placement of wiper blades or wiper motor etc.). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 19 Caution: The heating unit must be operated for 10 minutes at least once a month (also during the warm season) when the engine is cold. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 20 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 21: General

    Care and cleaning ................14 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 22: Preparation For The Journey - Daily Tasks

    Check that the emergency equip- ment is accessible and complete, e.g. first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, emergency hammer for side windows, jack. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 23: Preparation For The Journey - Weekly Tasks

    If the wheel hubs are leaking, there may compartment. be grease or oil residue on the tyres themselves or deposits on the parking area under the bus. Consult an EvoBus Service Partner in the event of a leak. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 24: General Bus Care And Maintenance

    (odometer reading) or times. Have confirmation of the completion of CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 25: Operation

    Rear towing coupling (option, not applicable to Conecto G) ....... .
  • Page 26 Anti-jackknifing protection during reverse travel ..........48 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 27 Care/cleaning of leather covers ............. . 63 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 28: Running-In Guideline

    Do not place the engine under full load during the running-in period. Up to 1,200 miles (2,000 km): run in with care. Drive at no higher than 3/4 of the maximum rpm in each gear. After 1,200 miles (2,000 km): slowly increase to the CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 29 5 seconds. – If necessary, in- terrupt the starting procedure after a maximum of 15 seconds, wait approxim- ately 1 minute, and try again. – Turn the key back to its initial position (0) before the next starting attempt. – Introduce a CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 30: Driving

    If the “Oil pressure too low” symbol ap- sufficient space for the pedals. pears for more than 10 seconds, turn off the engine immediately and establish the cause. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 31: Stopping The Engine

    - Apply the parking brake. Turn the ignition switch from Note: position 2 (drive position) back to Keep within the economical operating position 1. range. Make sure that the engine speed does not enter the danger zone (red zone). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 32: Towing

    The propeller shaft securing screws at the axle flange must be removed and those at the transmission flange secured against displacement. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 33: Front Towing Coupling

    Release the clip securing the towing M88_00-0093-71 coupling and pull out linchpin (2). Grasp handle recesses (2) with both Remove the lower section of front hands and open front flap (1). flap (1) in the direction of travel. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 34: Rear Towing Coupling (Option, Not Applicable To Conecto G)

    Operation Rear towing coupling (option, not applicable to Conecto G) Rear towing coupling (option, not applicable to Conecto G) M88_00-0062-01 M88_00-0059-01 Fit the eyelet of the tow bar into the Insert linchpin (5). towing coupling. M00_00-0492-71 Remove cover (1). Insert linchpin (4) first, then securing clip (3).

  • Page 35: Brake System Safety Precautions

    Note: ABS is switched off. Stop the bus imme- After towing, reinsert linchpin (5) into the diately and disable it (traffic conditions towing coupling and secure. permitting). Have an EvoBus Service Part- ner rectify the fault immediately. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 36: Braking And Stopping

    The directional stability and steerability of the bus are improved under braking. However, the anti-locking protection is unable to avert the consequences of driv- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 37: Brake Pressure/Supply Pressure (Operating Pressure)

    The brake pressure is approximately 9 bar is too low. Have the brake system when the service brake is fully applied. checked at an EvoBus Service Partner. Release the service brake. Apply the service brake. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 38: Brake System Operating/Malfunction El

    M54_00-1162-71 The following is shown on the screen: Available supply pressure (B) in brake circuits 1 and 2. M54.00-0232-01 Note: Supply pressure (B) for brake circuits 1 and 2 is a maximum of approximately 10 bar. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 39 “Brake pressure” (A) in brake circuit 1 malfunction and 2 if the service brake is applied. If this symbol is displayed in conjunc- tion with the “Bus stop brake malfunc- tion” message, either the bus stop brake is defective or the emergency release CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 40 Drive with extreme care. Have the mal- function rectified as soon as possible by an EvoBus Service Partner. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 41: Activating/Deactivating Acceleration Skid Control (Asr) (Option)

    Drive with extreme care. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by an Evo- Bus Service Partner. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 42 If the drive wheels spin on one side, they are automatically braked. - If the drive wheels spin on both sides, engine output will automatically be reduced. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 43: Refuelling (Diesel Fuel)

    This therefore increases the dangers in- niting on the auxiliary heating's exhaust volved when working with this fuel mix- system. ture. Comply with the relevant safety regulations. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 44: Service Products

    Clean any affected measure. areas with water and soap. Rinse eyes thoroughly with clean water in case of contact. Change out of contaminated clothing immediately. Keep service products away from children. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 45: Bluetec Exhaust Gas Cleaning System

    The road traffic approval of the bus which has the necessary knowledge and tools. will be invalidated if the bus is operated without AdBlue. The legal consequence would be that the bus would no longer CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 46 AdBlue comes into contact with the skin or eyes. AdBlue collected in this way must not be poured back into the AdBlue Wear protective gloves supply tank. Wear protective clothing Wear eye protection CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 47: Adblue Service Product

    (e.g. as a con- not dilute AdBlue with tap water. This sequence of direct sunlight). can destroy the exhaust gas cleaning sys- tem. Damage to the exhaust gas cleaning system caused by additives or tap water will invalidate the warranty. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 48: Winter Operation With Diesel Fuels For Buses With Fuel-Lubricated Injection Systems

    Disposal of AdBlue ors, hot air blowers or blow torches. Risk of damage to components. Risk of fuel Environmental protection escaping. Observe country-specific legislation and requirements governing the disposal of AdBlue. AdBlue purity CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 49: Low-Temperature Characteristics Of Diesel Fuels

    -20 °C in winter and -10 °C in the transition period. During particularly cold spells or if diesel fuel with inadequate low-temperature behaviour is used for re- fuelling, there is a risk of malfunctions occurring if no precautions are taken to prevent paraffin separation. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 50: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    The sub- sequent addition of flow improvers is not recommended in this instance. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 51: Measures Required In The Event Of Inadequate Low-Temperature Characteristics

    Engine output may be degraded in line Risk of fuel escaping. Risk of fire. with the amount of additive. The amount of additive should therefore be kept as low as possible under consideration of prevailing outside temperatures. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 52: Winter Operation With Fame Biodies

    Open the flap (1) prevail in the region of use. Note: Adding flow improvers to the diesel fuel or mixing the diesel fuel with kerosene does not improve the low-temperature characteristics of FAME. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 53 Operation Opening/closing the fuel filler cap M47_00-0035-01 M47_00-0036-01 M47_00-0037-01 Push fuel filler cap (2) downwards Tilt the fuel filler cap. Open the fuel filler cap. against the spring pressure. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 54: Filling With Adblue (Euro 4)

    Blue supply tank also be refilled at every -11 °C. regular refuelling stop. Caution: Use only AdBlue compliant with DIN 70 070. Special additives are not permitted. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 55 Note: The filler opening for the AdBlue supply tank is located to the rear of the front axle (CONECTO) or to the rear of the articulation (CONECTO G) on the right- hand side when viewed in the direction of travel.

  • Page 56: Fuel System Operating/Malfunction Displays

    Ad- Fault in the exhaust gas cleaning an EvoBus Service Partner. Blue top-up is due. system The malfunction indicator lamp flashes in the event of a fault in the exhaust CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 57: Anti-Jackknifing Protection During Forward Travel

    “Anti- are accompanied by the “Exhaust system jackknifing system malfunction” malfunc- engine output reduced” message. tion display, the vehicle is automatically braked down to a speed of 30 mph (50 km/h). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 58: Anti-Jackknifing Protection During Reverse Travel

    Anti-jackknifing protection is deactiv- ated. The following indication display on the screen goes out: “Anti-jackknif- The following indication display on ing protection active” (A), “Bus stop the screen goes out: “Anti-jackknif- brake active” (B). ing protection active”. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 59: Stop Request

    “Bus stopping” or “Stop” (2) on the tion of the accelerator pedal is no longer passenger information screen lights restricted. M72.00-0037-01 Passenger: press pushbutton (1). The following is shown on the screen: A signal sounds. “Stop request” (flashing). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 60: Ramp Request

    M82.00-0005-01 “Bus stopping” or “Stop” (2) on the passenger information screen lights M72.00-0038-01 Passenger: press pushbutton (1). A signal sounds. The “Wheelchair” symbol is displayed on the screen. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 61: Safety Instructions For The Operation Of Folding/Cassette Ramps (Option)

    Do not exceed the maximum permissible also refer to the manufacturer's operat- height span. ing instructions. Note: If a ramp is fitted, the “Wheelchair” sym- bol goes out after the door with the ramp has closed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 62: Folding The Ramp In/Out

    Observe operating notices and load-bear- ing capacity plates. M72.00-0029-01 Lift up the ramp from the outside using handle (1) and fold the ramp out. M72.00-0030-01 Note: It is no longer possible to operate the door with the ramp folded out. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 63 M54_00-1354-71 M54_00-1354-71 The “Ramp folded out” indication The following is shown on the screen: display (C) on the screen goes out. “Ramp folded out” (C). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 64: Retracting/Extending The Ramp

    Door operation is disabled while the ramp on the bus and its operating instructions is in use. may differ from the instructions provided here. The ramp indicator lamp in the in- strument cluster lights up. Turn the ramp key switch to position CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 65 Danger. Retracting the ramp Risk of entrapment: Make sure that per- sons or objects are not between the bus body and road surface. Note: The ramp retracts automatically after the door has closed. M54_00-1356-71tif Ramp fully extended. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 66: Opening The Hinged Window

    M54_00-1355-71 The following is shown on the screen: “Ramp in operation” (D), the arrow indicates that the ramp is in motion. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 67: Care And Cleaning

    Danger. Do not use round-spray jets to clean tyres or suspension air bags. The pulsating jet of water could cause concealed damage to the tyre substructure or suspension air bags. This damage only becomes notice- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 68: Tilting The Rear Seats

    M91_00-0027-71 Use hook key (1) to release the rear seat by pulling cable (2), and fold the rear seat forwards. It is now possible to clean the area behind the seats. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 69: Tilting Seats

    Only use pH neutral care and cleaning release (2) to the right and tilt the agents to avoid bleaching out the colours. seat forward. It is now possible to clean the area behind the seats. The service cover CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 70: Care/Cleaning Of Fabric Covers

    Do not use vacuuming nozzles made of using a soft brush, without applying Wait until the freshly cleaned areas rubber or rubber components. These pressure. are completely dry. could pull threads out of the upholstery covers. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 71: Care/Cleaning Of Micro-Fibre Covers

    Basic cleaning - weekly Apply the foam evenly over all the Vacuum the covers following the nap covers using a soft, slightly damp of the fabric, without applying pres- sponge. sure. Wait until the freshly cleaned covers are completely dry. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 72 Wait until the freshly cleaned areas alcohol, etc.). This would damage the are completely dry. micro-fibre covers and equipment parts made of plastic or foam beyond repair. Remove as much dirt as possible using a lint-free cloth. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 73: Care/Cleaning Of Leather Covers

    For this reason, carry out basic cleaning at least four times a year. Carry out basic cleaning more regularly, depend- ing on use and the level of dirt. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 74 30 and 40 cm on a medium heat setting. Caution: The leather covers must be completely dry before they are used again. Perman- ent pressure marks could otherwise form. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 75: At A Glance

    Windscreen washer reservoir ..............86 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 76: Overview Of Vehicle Key

    At a glance Overview of vehicle key Overview of vehicle key CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 77 At a glance Overview of vehicle key Key for the ignition switch Key for: Doors, interior and exterior flaps Key for (option): Doors, interi- or and exterior flaps Key for key switch: Lower- ing system, ramp, disabled passengers' lift CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 78: Driver's Area Overview

    At a glance Driver's area overview Driver's area overview CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 79: Switches On The Left Section Of The Instrument Panel

    Side panel Steering column switch for light and wiper func- tions Steering column switch for retarder and cruise control (overview) Ignition switch DTCO tachograph MTCO tachograph CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 80 At a glance Switches on the left section of the instrument panel CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 81: Switches On The Right Section Of The Instrument Panel

    Not assigned ASR (acceleration skid control) OFF pushbutton Not assigned Not assigned Not assigned Rotary light switch Not assigned Not assigned Passenger com- partment light- ing position I+II switch CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 82 At a glance Switches on the right section of the instrument panel CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 83: Side Panel

    1 (option) Pushbutton for Not assigned opening/closing Pushbutton door 2 switches for gear Pushbutton for ranges opening/closing door 3 Switch for school bus operation (op- Pushbutton for tion) opening/closing door 4 Door release switch CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 84 At a glance Side panel CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 85 - notes on safety structions) driver’s area and operation, Ramp/disabled refer to the passengers' lift “Driver's area (option) controls” section of the Operating Not assigned Instructions) Drive-off lock Pushbutton for emergency release manual/automatic switch fans CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 86: Instrument Cluster

    If a malfunction occurs in the anti-jack- knifing system, indicated by a red warn- ing lamp in conjunction with the “Anti- jackknifing system malfunction” malfunc- tion display, the vehicle is automatically braked down to a speed of 30 mph (50 km/h). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 87 At a glance Instrument cluster CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 88 At a glance Instrument cluster CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 89 - “System” function indicator Button for on- lamp board diagnostics Indicator lamp for - “Quit” the right-hand turn Button for on- signals board diagnostics Speedometer - “Reset” Button for on- Tachograph warn- board diagnostics ing lamp - “Info” CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 90: Mtco Tachograph

    At a glance MTCO tachograph MTCO tachograph CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 91 Button for setting the re- quired time group for driver 2: Press and hold the but- ton until the required time group appears on the display screen. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 92: Dtco Tachograph

    At a glance DTCO tachograph DTCO tachograph CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 93: Tachograph (Display)

    (recording sheet missing or inserted operating instructions. card. incorrectly or card missing or inserted incorrectly). Fault code = system fault For details, see “Access (contact a service centre). rights for tachograph cards” in the manufacturer's operat- ing instructions. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 94: Location Of Emergency Equipment

    1 warning triangle, 1 warning cerned. lamp, 1 windproof flashlight (torch). Note: Use the key to open emergency equip- ment compartment (1) in normal circum- stances (e.g. to inspect and correct the contents). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 95 (2). The emergency hammer is ready for operation. M86.00-0046-01 Open snap lock (2) and lift out the fire extinguisher. Fire extinguisher (1) is ready for op- eration (observe operating instruc- tions on the fire extinguisher). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 96: Windscreen Washer Reservoir

    At a glance Windscreen washer reservoir Windscreen washer reservoir CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 97 Note: The windscreen washer fluid reservoir is accessible be- hind the front flap. With both hands, pull on both handle recesses to open the front flap. Note: Antifreeze part number A 001 986 45 71 11 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 98 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 99: Driver's Area Controls

    Malfunction displays: yellow warning level B - overview ......... 126 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 100 Switching the mirror and window heating on and off ..........143 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 101: Rotary Light Switch

    Side lamps beam headlamps if the igni- Headlamps Dipped-beam tion switch has been switched headlamps/main-beam head- to ON lamps (depending on the steering column switch po- sition) with the ignition switch in position 2 (drive position) CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 102: Steering Column Switch For Light And Wiper Functions

    One-touch indicators for a and service brake pedals must be fully re- lane change: Press the switch leased and the continuous brakes must stalk only briefly (not beyond not be active. the pressure point). The turn signals flash five times. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 103 (< 0.5 seconds) = set speed When the combination switch on the display screen, or is increased by 1/3 mph is released, the selected spe- resumption of last stored (0.5 km/h). cified speed is set as the new speed. value. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 104 However, cruise con- trol will be deactivated if the clutch is depressed for more than 5 seconds. A short sig- nal sounds to indicate that cruise control is in standby mode. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 105 4 km/h in overrun mode. For detailed operating information, refer to “Activating the variable speed limiter (Temposet)” in the “Driving sys- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 106 Operate the sliding sleeve 1.5 Distance cruise control (C) briefly = the specified distance will be displayed off/on Note: Operate the sliding sleeve (C) for longer = the specified distance will be reduced 1.7 Increasing the specified distance CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 107 - risk of skidding. be turning within its upper speed range open throttle depends on so that the coolant does not overheat. the braking torque currently available. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 108: Ignition Switch

    750 rpm. 1.3 Engine speed increase off, normal idling speed M54.00-0083-01 Parked position - Insert or take out the key in this pos- ition; the side lamps can be switched on. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 109: Parking Brake

    Operating Instructions. brake is damaged, it is possible to release the parking brake using the emergency release device. Caution: Do not apply the parking brake unless the bus is stationary. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 110: Master Safety Switch (Emergency-Off Switch)

    Furthermore, the power supply to all heater) and horn are ready for operation. important electrical consumers (e.g. bus M54_00-1309-71 lighting, ABS, electrical transmission shift system, etc.) would be interrupted. The roadworthiness of the bus is at risk. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 111: Screen: Description

    B, 4.) Warning level if the key is in the drive position in the C. Screen (10) can also be used to dis- ignition switch. play on-board diagnostics information. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 112: Operating Displays/Driving

    “Bus stop After the electrical system has been mode”. switched on, each of the operating dis- plays is displayed on the screen once in succession. It is then only possible to call up the operating displays by press- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 113 The current oil pres- sure of between 0 and 5 bar is displayed below the display for brake circuits one M54_00-1134-01 and two. An insufficient oil level is indicated by the “Oil level” message and the top-up CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 114 Note: This display is only available if a yellow M54_00-1136-01 warning level malfunction has previously The oil level cannot be measured if the been displayed. “Oil level - - - - -” message is displayed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 115 160 °C. The display underneath shows eration or scope of functions but no mal- the current transmission oil temperat- function is present. ure and the bottom display shows the M54_00-0631-01 current engine oil temperature. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 116 Adapt your driving style accordingly, particularly on long downhill gradients. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 117 Risk of accident. Acceleration skid con- wheels. The bus may skid if the drive trol does not relieve the driver of the re- wheels start to spin. sponsibility for adopting a driving style which takes traffic and road conditions into account. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 118 Displayed if the bus stop brake has been bark. On uphill and downhill gradients, activated using the switch on the instru- you must also chock the wheels and turn ment panel. the steering towards the kerb. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 119 “Ramp request” pushbutton in the “Pushchair” pushbutton in the passenger compartment. passenger compartment or on the compartment or on the outside of the outside of the bus. bus. Note: The door is held open if a “Pushchair” pushbutton is pressed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 120 Note: reversed. Note: For notes on safety and operation, refer to the “Operation” section of the Operat- For notes on safety and operation, refer ing Instructions. to the “Driver's area controls” section of the Operating Instructions. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 121 M54_00-0604-01 Note: Displayed if the centralised lubrication Heating for the driver's window and exter- system initiates (carries out) a lubrication ior mirror is only active for approximately process. 12 minutes. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 122 Displayed as soon as the refrigerant Displayed if the roof hatches are open. been switched on using the pushbutton compressor is running. on the side compartment. Note: The heating for the windscreen is only active for approximately 12 minutes. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 123 Note: off lock is still active. The bus symbol is Display for fuel level in reserve range. always displayed for this display mode. Note: Also displayed is information from the computer-controlled operation manage- ment system (option). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 124: Continuation: Bus Stop Mode

    Driver's area controls Continuation: bus stop mode Continuation: bus stop mode CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 125: Tion

    = hold door Lift flashing = lift enabled open requested or activated C - Bus (pushchair switch) Arrow flashing = lift in opera- symbols tion for the Permanent lift display = lift ramp lowered CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 126: Malfunction Displays: Description

    (3) and remain active until the mal- functions have been rectified. A warning signal also sounds. It is not possible to clear the malfunction display or switch to a different display mode. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 127: Malfunction Displays: Red Warning Level - Description

    The malfunction display cannot er conditions (non-skid road surface) and be cleared if the red warning lamp is lit. at a speed of no more than 12 mph (20 km/h). In all other cases the bus must be towed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 128: Malfunction Displays: Red Warning Level - Overview

    Driver's area controls Malfunction displays: red warning level - overview Malfunction displays: red warning level - overview CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 129 Transmission oil too hot number (1...8) referring to the No oil pressure module concerned is shown Oil level too low, check oil after the malfunction text level Headroom clearance warning Engine compartment fire mes- sage Roof hatch emergency release CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 130: Malfunction Displays: Yellow Warning Level A - Description

    (4). Caution: In the event of a yellow warning level malfunction, it is permissible to drive on carefully but the bus should be checked by an EvoBus Service Partner at the earli- est opportunity. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 131 Driver's area controls CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 132: Malfunction Displays: Yellow Warning Level A - Overview

    Driver's area controls Malfunction displays: yellow warning level A - overview Malfunction displays: yellow warning level A - overview CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 133 Observe the “Display mode: Supply pressure too low bus stop mode - overview” section. Level control malfunction Air drier malfunction Entry aid malfunction AdBlue level too low Anti-jackknifing system mal- Fire detection system failure function (articulated buses only) CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 134: Malfunction Displays: Yellow Warning Level B - Description

    (5) have gone out, the “Message avail- able” symbol is shown on the screen. Symbol Description The “Message available” symbol on the screen indicates that it is pos- sible to call up a message (malfunction, maintenance due) from a system. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 135 Driver's area controls CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 136: Malfunction Displays: Yellow Warning Level B - Overview

    Driver's area controls Malfunction displays: yellow warning level B - overview Malfunction displays: yellow warning level B - overview CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 137: Malfunction Displays: Warning Level C - Description

    Exterior lighting malfunction Pull-away aid malfunction (buses with trailing axle only) Exterior lighting malfunction, Gas system malfunction (com- dipped-beam headlamps pressed natural gas CNG Exterior lighting malfunction, vehicles only) main-beam headlamps Exterior lighting malfunction, rear foglamp CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 138: Malfunction Displays: Warning Level C - Overview

    Driver's area controls Malfunction displays: warning level C - overview Malfunction displays: warning level C - overview CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 139: Selecting The Language On The Screen

    FPS module 1 malfunction Note: M54.00-0083-01 There may be up to 8 FPS Ignition switch position (0). modules in the bus. The number (1...8) referring to the module concerned is shown after the malfunction text. Lubrication system malfunc- tion CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 140 (to scroll up). The language control menu (country To save the displayed language (1), codes) appears on the screen. slide and hold the sleeve on the steering column switch again. Disk icon (2) flashes while saving is in progress. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 141: General Information / Safety Information

    The stop buffers have not been designed to be operated under continuous loading and cannot be considered a replacement for the normal suspension under any cir- cumstances. Additionally, the bodywork can be damaged (cracks etc.). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 142: Lowering/Raising The Bus On The Entry Side

    “Drive-off lock active” (B). no purpose other than as a boarding aid. The bus lowers on the entry side. Danger. Risk of accident. Ensure that no objects or persons are present under the bus, particularly their feet. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 143 (26) is ramp. released during the lowering process. Briefly press the upper section of pushbutton (1). The bus is raised back to the normal level. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 144: Raising The Bus Above Normal Level

    Note: cross-border travel). Release the pushbutton when the bus has Briefly press the upper section of reached the required height. pushbutton (1) in driving mode. The bus is raised for as long as the pushbutton is pressed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 145 M54_00-1335-71 Briefly press the lower section of Note: pushbutton (1). This function is displayed if the “Driving The bus is lowered to the normal mode” display is active. level. The function indicator on the screen goes out. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 146: Applying The Parking Brake

    Always apply the park- “Parking brake applied” (A). ing brake before you leave the driver's area. On uphill and downhill gradients, you must also chock the wheels and turn the steering towards the kerb. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 147: Releasing The Parking Brake

    Pull locking ring (2) up and press out. parking brake lever (1) forwards (B). The parking brake is released (air Note: charging noise can be heard). A continuous warning tone sounds if the electrical system is switched off with the parking brake released. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 148: Emergency Braking In The Event Of Failure Of Both Brake Circuits

    (B). lock. Danger. When performing emergency braking us- ing the parking brake, make sure that the parking brake lever does not engage in the parking position. Release ring (2) must be held in the applied position. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 149: Activating/Deactivating The Bus Stop Brake

    15 % or at bus stops The drive-off lock is not released until the on steep uphill or downhill gradients ex- accelerator pedal is depressed. ceeding 15 %. - Do not activate the bus stop brake unless the vehicle is station- ary. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 150: Drive-Off Lock

    “Operate ramp”, “Operate lift”. 15 %. Close the door, depress the acceler- ator pedal. Open the door The following is shown on the screen: “Drive-off lock active” (A). Addition- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 151: General Information / Safety Information

    20 m radius. The driver must be aware that, in the event of a sudden failure in the power steering (e.g. due to a pump drive mal- function), the bus will remain steerable CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 152: Adjusting The Steering Column

    Never have more than one person turn To do this, press the upper section of the steering wheel. Do not pull the steer- pushbutton (1). ing wheel on one side only. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 153: Switching The Mirror And Window Heating On And Off

    Precondition: engine running. Note: The window and the exterior mirror heating is limited to approximately 12 minutes. M54_00-1299-71 Press the lower section of pushbut- ton (1). The indicator lamp in pushbutton (1) lights up. The heating is active. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 154 The “Window/exterior mirror heated” “Window/exterior mirror heated” (A). indication display (A) on the screen goes out. Press the upper section of pushbut- ton (7). The indicator lamp in switch (7) goes out. The heating is switched off. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 155: Seats

    Using the driver's seat belt ..............150 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 156: Important Notes On The Driver's Seat

    In the interests of road safety, the driver- 's seat must not be adjusted when the bus is in motion. Note: The following descriptions provide a brief overview of the control elements. The manufacturer's operating instructions provided must be observed in all cases. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 157 Driver’s seat/passenger seats CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 158: Grammer Msg 90.5 Driver's Seat Control Elements

    Driver’s seat/passenger seats Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seat control elements Grammer MSG 90.5 driver's seat control elements CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 159 Press button downwards: udinal direction. the seat can now be turned Lumbar support (lower cham- (swivel range: 50° to the left, ber) 90° to the right). Seat belt buckle CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 160: Using The Driver's Seat Belt

    Observe the legal requirements seat belt back. in all countries concerned. Fastening the seat belt: pass the seat belt untwisted and tightly across your pelvis and shoulder and insert the tongue into the belt buckle until you hear it engage. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 161: Transmission Shift Systems

    Gearshift positions of the 6-pushbutton switch panel ......... . . 154 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 162: Automatic Transmission - General Information

    (bus on long uphill or downhill gradients, espe- creeps). On an uphill gradient, release the cially if the vehicle is under considerable brake pedal and depress the accelerator load. pedal at the same time. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 163: Gearshift Positions Of The

    M54_00-1331-71 monitoring). In this event, it is permitted regulations. Press switch “R”. to drive on to the nearest workshop but only with the engine under partial load. The automatic transmission shifts to reverse gear. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 164: Pushbutton Switch Panel

    In this event, it is permitted axle. Drive position “D” provides ideal driving to drive on to the nearest workshop but characteristics in almost all operating situ- only with the engine under partial load. ations. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 165 There is no power trans- sound if this feature has been requested mission from the engine to the driven by the customer or stipulated by national axle. regulations. M54_00-1340-71 Press switch “R”. The automatic transmission shifts to reverse gear. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 166 On a downhill gradient the engine On a downhill gradient the engine braking effect can be utilised up to braking effect can be utilised up to the permissible maximum engine the permissible maximum engine speed in 3rd gear. speed in 2nd gear. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 167 For driving on steep uphill gradients and for manoeuvring the bus at slow speeds. Note: Only 1st gear is selected. On a downhill gradient the engine braking effect can be utilised up to the permissible maximum engine speed in 1st gear. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 168 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 169: Tioning

    Opening the roof hatches ..............179 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 170 Auxiliary heating operation (option) ............185 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 171: Safety Instructions For The Air-Conditioning System

    (control of health and safety at work, local gov- ernment, TÜV). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 172: Heating/Ventilation/Air-Conditioning Control Panel - Driver's Area

    Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - driver’s area Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - driver’s area CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 173: Heating/Ventilation/Air-Conditioning

    Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - driver’s area Air distribution Temperature control Blower output 11.2 Driver's area cooling CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 174: Heating/Ventilation/Air-Conditioning Control Panel - Whole Bus

    Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - whole bus Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning control panel - whole bus CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 175: Driver's Area - Setting The Air Distribution/Demisting The Windscreen

    Turn switch (a) to position 3. column (adjustable), in the foot- Air flows out: at the windscreen and well on the left-hand side (non-ad- at the instrument panel justable), at the left-hand side win- dows, at the right-hand side of the CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 176: Driver's Area - Adjusting The Temperature

    Note: The following air vents permanently blow air: instrument panel, front right footwell (adjustable), right-hand side of driver’s cab. M83.00-0056-01 Turn switch (b) clockwise into the red area. The temperature in the driver's area is increased. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 177: Driver's Area - Adjusting The Blower Speed

    The blower speed is reduced. Note: The blower speed in the driver’s area is continuously variable. M83.00-0055-01 Turn switch (c) clockwise. The blower speed is increased. Note: The maximum blower speed is only reached when the engine is running. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 178: Driver's Area - Cooling

    Note: tivated. The air-conditioning system must be run The indicator lamp in pushbutton once per month (including the winter (11.2) goes out. months) to guarantee the tightness of the slide ring seal at the compressor crank- shaft. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 179: Additional Driver's Area Ventilation (Option)

    The indicator lamp in pushbutton The air distribution can now be set (11.3) lights up. using air vents (2). The roof hatches are closed. The fresh-air flaps are closed. The roof ventilators switch off. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 180: Passenger Compartment - Switching Temperature Control On And Off - Code Hh2/Hk1

    Temperature regulation in the pas- Press pushbutton (11.4). at no more than minimum output. senger compartment is switched off. Passenger-compartment temperature The indicator lamp in pushbutton regulation is activated. (11.4) goes out. The indicator lamp in pushbutton (11.4) lights up. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 181: Passenger Compartment - Switching Temperature Regulation On And Off

    The indicator lamp in pushbutton and by the roof ventilators. (11.4) lights up. Note: The temperature in the passenger com- partment is regulated automatically in line with the outside temperature and the de- sired temperature set for the passenger compartment. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 182: Switching The Auxiliary Heating On And Off

    Risk of explosion. The auxiliary heating instant heating button/preset clock. must be switched off at filling stations and fuel dispensing systems due to the risk of explosion. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 183 10 to 15 Note: seconds. Each press of the pushbutton begins an The indicator lamp in pushbutton auxiliary heating start-up attempt. The (11.5) lights up. auxiliary heating is electronically locked after 10 unsuccessful start-up attempts. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 184: Switching The Reheat Function On And Off

    This process condenses water out of the air passed through the system. Air that is directed to passengers or the driver is therefore dehumidified. M54.00-0255-01 The “Auxiliary heating on” indication display (A) on the screen goes out. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 185: Passenger-Compartment Temperature - Changing The Base Value

    (11.6) lights up. be increased to a maximum of 28 °C or reduced to a minimum of 20 °C in incre- ments of 2 °C. Note: The reheat function remains active for a maximum of approximately 30 minutes. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 186 Note: Note: set. The base value can be increased by a The base value can be decreased by a maximum of 4 °C. maximum of 4 °C. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 187 20 °C. ator lamps in pushbuttons (11.4) and Adjustment of the base value is con- The indicator lamp in pushbutton (11.5) flash. firmed. (11.5) flashes. The indicator lamps stop flashing. The control unit switches back to normal operation. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 188 Base value setting 28 °C. The in- dicator lamp in pushbutton (11.4) ator lamps in pushbuttons (11.3) and dicator lamp in pushbutton (11.3) flashes. (11.4) flash. flashes. Note: Temperature control pushbutton (11.4) is programmed with a default value of 24 °C. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 189: Opening The Roof Hatches

    M68_00-0235-71 The roof hatches are indicated on the display screen as being in the air-out M54_00-1212-71 position. Press the upper section of pushbut- ton (5). The roof hatches are raised at the rear (air-out position). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 190 Press the upper section of pushbut- The roof hatches are indicated on the display screen as being in the open ton (5) again. display screen as being in the air-in position. position. The roof hatches are raised at the front (air-in position). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 191: Fans On/Off

    (5) lights up. Note: It is possible to close the roof hatches at any time by pressing the lower section of pushbutton (5). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 192: Switching Fans On And Off - Code Hh2/Hk1

    The fans start to run. The indicator lamp in pushbutton (8) lights up. Note: The fans start up automatically if: - the interior temperature is too high (above approximately 22 °C) - air-recirculation control is switched off CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 193 The fans start to run. The indicator lamp in pushbutton (8) lights up. Note: The fans start up automatically if: – the output of the interior blowers rises to ap- proximately 70 %. – air-recirculation mode is not active. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 194: Auxiliary Heating Digital Timer (Option)

    Heating/ventilation/air-conditioning Auxiliary heating digital timer (option) Auxiliary heating digital timer (option) CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 195: Auxiliary Heating Operation (Option)

    It is possible to program three switch-on times, although only one can be activated. The clock displays the current time and the weekday when the ignition switch is switched on. The display and CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 196 Switch on the auxiliary heating with M83_00-0730-71 (5). digital timer: press button (3). Display preset times: repeatedly Weekday (6.2) flashes. press button (2) until the required The auxiliary heating is switched on storage location is displayed. manually. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 197 The remaining time can be set between 10 and 120 minutes. using buttons (4) and (5). Note: The switch-on duration can be set between 10 and 120 minutes. Adjust remaining time: set the de- sired remaining time using buttons (4) and (5). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 198 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 199: Opening/Locking

    Opening/closing automatic doors ............203 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 200: General Information / Safety Information

    On automatic doors, the closing move- The indicator lamp in the pushbutton ment is reinitiated after the hold-open pressed (1 / 2 / 3 / 4) flashes. time has elapsed. The door then continues to move in the opening direction. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 201 Opening/locking CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 202: Emergency Operation - Doors

    Opening/locking Emergency operation - doors Emergency operation - doors CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 203 - in emergency position, when to the vehicle interior. the red handle strip on the emergency switch is turned 90° relative to the direction of travel. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 204: Opening/Closing Door 1 From The Outside

    To close door 1, press pushbutton pressure. (1) firmly and precisely in the centre (pressure point). M72_00-0262-71 To open door 1, press pushbutton (1) firmly and precisely in the centre (pressure point). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 205: Locking/Unlocking Door Leaves From The Outside

    M72.00-0024-01 M72.00-0028-01 Turn lock (3) upwards (4) with square Open fuel filler flap (1). key (1). Press pushbutton (2). Lock indicator (2) is black. The door Keep pushbutton (2) pressed until leaf is locked. door 1 opens. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 206: Opening/Closing Door 1 From The Outside

    Open the front flap above the right- Keep pushbutton (2) pressed until Keep pushbutton (2) pressed until hand headlamp. door 1 closes. door 1 closes. M72.00-0027-01 Press pushbutton (2). Keep pushbutton (2) pressed until door 1 opens. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 207: Locking Door 1 With The Key (Option)

    The door can now be locked from the M72.00.0026-01 outside using the key again. Turn lock (1) with square key (2) in the opposite direction to the arrow. The door is locked. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 208: Opening/Closing The Doors From The Inside

    Do not drive the bus unless the doors are Note: properly closed. M54_00-1300-71 Handwheel (3) is able only to unlock the Press one of pushbuttons (1) to (3). door leaf. The relevant door(s) open(s). The indicator lamp in the pushbutton pressed lights up. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 209: Opening/Closing Automatic Doors From The Inside

    Press one of pushbuttons (1) to (3) again. Note: The relevant door closes. The drive-off lock is released as soon as the accelerator pedal is depressed and it The indicator lamp in the pushbutton is possible to pull away. pressed goes out. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 210: Opening/Closing Automatic Doors

    Opening/closing automatic doors from the inside M72.00-0034-01 M82.00-0005-01 M54.00-0253-01 Passenger: press pushbuttons (1) The “Bus stopping” or “Stop” passen- The following is shown on the screen: next to the doors. ger information lights up. “Stop request” (C) (flashing). A signal sounds. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 211: Opening/Closing Automatic Doors From The Outside

    Note: The door closes automatically after a hold-open time of approximately 3 seconds. The door can then be reopened by the passenger as often as desired while door enable switch (1) is pressed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 212: Opening/Closing Automatic

    (4) light up and exteri- example) and “Drive-off lock active” or “Open door” pushbuttons (4) are (B). activated (see example). Passenger: press pushbutton (4). The door opens. The indicator lamp in the relevant door pushbutton in the driver's area lights up. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 213: Opening/Closing Automatic Doors

    Note: The red indicator lamps in the exteri- or pushbutton light up briefly if exterior “Open door” pushbutton (4) is pressed. M54.00-0253-01 The “Stop request” indication display (C) on the screen goes out. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 214 Opening/closing automatic doors M72.00-0036-01 M82.00-0005-01 M54.00-0253-01 Press pushbuttons (1) next to the The “Bus stopping” or “Stop” passen- The following is shown on the screen: doors. ger information lights up. “Stop request” (C) (flashing). A signal sounds. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 215 (4) light up (see ex- (B). ample). DOOR OPEN is displayed in pushbut- Passenger: press pushbutton (1) or ton (1) next to the doors. (4). The door opens. The indicator lamp in corresponding door pushbutton (1 to 4) lights up. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 216 “Door open” (E) (door 3 in the ex- ample). Note: If pushbutton (4) is pressed, the red in- dicator lamps in the pushbutton light up briefly. M54.00-0253-01 The “Stop request” indication display (C) on the screen goes out. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 217: Practical Advice

    Tyre air pressure chart..............224 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 218 Jacking points, centre (CONECTO G) ........
  • Page 219 Cleaning the underbody ..............247 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 220: General Information / Safety Information

    If the engine is at normal operating tem- perature, allow it to cool down for some time - risk of burning. Should it be necessary to change a drive belt as the result of a breakdown and no CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 221 Observe “Calling up/selecting/perman- This display is only available if a yellow ently displaying operating displays” in sec- warning level malfunction or the “Message tion 00. available” symbol (spanner) has previously been displayed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 222 If the oil level cannot be measured, e.g. due to a sensor fault, this is indicated by the “Oil level - - - - -” message. M54_00-1135-01 The engine oil level is too high if the “Oil level > max” message is displayed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 223: General Information / Safety Information

    The tyre pressures would then be too low once the tyres had cooled. If the tyre air pressure is too low, the tyre is li- able to burst, particularly with increasing CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 224 EvoBus Service Partner. control of your bus and causing an accident, thereby injuring yourself and Where twin tyres are fitted, the twin other people. tyres must have the same external dia- meter, otherwise the tyre that has the CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 225 (2) and retightened after driving for 30 miles wheel bolts 450 Nm. (approximately 50 km). If new or newly lacquered wheel rims are used you must CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 226 Raising the bus using the raising/lower- centring by wheel hub 600 Nm. Light- ing system may make it easier to fit the alloy wheel with hub centring 600 Nm. snow chains. Snow chains Snow chains CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 227: Operating Safety And Roadworthiness

    The caps This could result in you losing control of on the tyre valves should therefore always your bus and causing an accident, thereby be screwed on tightly. injuring yourself and other people. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 228: Tyre Tread

    The tyre tread can no longer deflect the water away. This could res- ult in you losing control of your bus and causing an accident, thereby injuring your- self and other people. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 229: Invisible Tyre Damage

    You can obtain information on tyres from any EvoBus Service Partner. Where twin tyres are fitted, the twin tyres must have the same external dia- meter, otherwise the tyre that has the CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 230: Retreaded Tyres

    600 to 3,000 miles Environmental protection (approximately 1,000 to 5,000 km). Ob- Damage to the environment: only clean serve the tightening torques. the bus at a washpoint intended for this purpose. Heed environmental protection measures. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 231: Wheel Nut Tightening Torques

    Note: alloy wheel with hub centring 600 Nm. ring by spherical spring washers (2) and Raising the bus using the raising/lower- wheel bolts 450 Nm. ing system may make it easier to fit the snow chains. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 232 Make sure that the snow chains are fit- ted tightly. Do not exceed the permitted maximum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h). Note: Check that the snow chains are seated firmly after driving for a suitable distance (dependent upon the conditions), retighten if necessary. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 233 Practical advice CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 234: Tyre Air Pressure Chart

    Practical advice Tyre air pressure chart. Tyre air pressure chart. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 235 148. Con- Axle load/air pressure rating tact the respective tyre manu- for buses with maximum op- facturer for special operating erational road speeds up to conditions. 60 km/h Axle load/air pressure rating in recreational and holiday traffic CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 236: Safety Measures To Be Taken In The Event Of A Flat Tyre Or A Wheel Change

    The bus or jack move the key from the ignition lock. may slip out to the side on a soft or slip- pery surface (snow, ice, smooth surface, etc.). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 237 M00_00-0509-72 cient supply pressure to fill the suspen- Raise the bus at the designated jack- sion air bags again. ing points indicated on the under- body of the bus. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 238: Safety Measures To Be Taken In The Event Of A Flat Tyre Or A Wheel Change

    The bus or jack Raise the bus at the jacking points may slip out to the side on a soft or slip- on the front axle casing shown in the pery surface (snow, ice, smooth surface, illustration. etc.). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 239: Jacking Points, Centre (Conecto G)

    Practical advice Jacking points, centre (CONECTO G) Jacking points, centre (CONECTO G) Jacking points, rear Danger. Danger. Secure the bus against rolling away. Ap- Secure the bus against rolling away. Ap- ply the parking brake and chock the front ply the parking brake and chock the front wheels.

  • Page 240: Emergency Release Of The Drive-Off Lock

    Open the switch cover (19). bus stop brake emergency release switch. tion. The bus could otherwise roll away. Caution: Never position the jack against oil drain plug (1) or in the centre of the axle cas- ing. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 241: Parking Brake Emergency Release (Option)

    Rectify faults in the brake system immediately. A signal sounds when the bus is sta- Danger. tionary. Have the malfunction rectified as soon as Yellow warning lamp (4) lights up possible at an EvoBus Service Partner. when the vehicle is stationary. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 242: Electrical System Safety Precautions

    CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 243: General Safety Precautions For Batteries

    Always observe the safety in- structions and safety precautions when handling batteries or battery acid. Bat- tery acid must never come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Rinse off all acid splashes immediately with copious CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 244: Battery Maintenance

    0.06 A. Special chargers that produced to be directed into the open air. have an appropriate charge char- acteristic (IU, IUOU or WUOU) are required for charging gel batteries. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 245: Recharging The Batteries

    Special chargers that have an appro- priate charge characteristic (IU, IUOU Only use fuses of the specified am- or WUOU) are required for charging perage. Never replace fuses with gel batteries. those of a higher ampere rating as CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 246: Work

    – paint, cor- CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 247: Switching The On-Board Power Supply On/Off

    Open the service cover for battery compartment (1). The heating effects may cause dense smoke or fires. Note: The battery compartment contains the fol- lowing: batteries, battery isolating switch, main fuses for on-board power supply, starter relay. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 248: Switching Off The On-Board Power Supply At The Master Safety Switch

    The on-board power supply is batteries. switched off. The on-board power supply is Refit seal cap (2). switched on. M54.00-0260-01 Remove security seal (1). Turn key (3) anti-clockwise and re- move it. Open switch cover (17). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 249: Jump-Starting Where Vehicle Batteries Are Located One Above The Other

    Turn the key back to the stop in the The engine stops. ignition switch. Note: Switch off the master safety switch be- fore starting up the bus. Note: Provide the cover with a new security seal and secure it with wire. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 250 Jump-starting where vehicle batteries are located one above the other M54_00-0683-01 M54_00-0692-01 M54_00-0691-01 Open the service cover for battery Unscrew the retaining screws for Pull the batteries on the support compartment (1). battery support frame (2). frame out by gripping handles (3) with both hands. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 251 (+) terminal of the donor battery. Danger. Risk of injury/explosion. Do not connect the jump lead to the battery terminals (B) to which the connecting cable between battery 1 and battery 2 is connected. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 252: Jump-Starting Where Vehicle Batteries Are Mounted Side By Side

    Start the engine of the bus to be jump-started in the normal way and let it run at idling speed. Switch off the engine of the donor vehicle. M54_00-0683-01 Open the service cover for battery compartment (1). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 253 Connect one end of the positive Switch off the engine of the donor cable to the (+) terminal of the dis- vehicle. charged battery first, then connect the other end of the positive cable to the (+) terminal of the donor battery. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 254: Jump-Starting A Bus Fitted With A Battery Charging Socket

    M54_00-0693-01 Connect a suitable jump lead to bat- tery charging socket (2). Note: Specifications: manufactured by Fenwick M54_00-0683-01 Open the service cover for battery compartment (1). CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 255: Opening The Emergency Exit In The Roof

    Pull the cover down using handle (1). Note: Specifications: Nato socket Run the engine of the donor vehicle at an elevated idling speed. Start the engine of the bus to be jump-started in the normal way and let it run at idling speed. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 256 (1) must be turned in the direc- tion of the arrow (clockwise). The emer- gency exit cover can now be secured by a safety rope and placed to one side out- side the bus. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 257: Note On Maintenance Work

    Note: The underbody should be washed primar- ily using clean water. Only use a cleaning product on dirt which is very difficult to remove. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 258 RM 55 XXL ing. nozzle to set the spray angle. Alfred Kärcher Vertriebs-GmbH Use a hot-water high-pressure clean- Repair agent er in accordance with the manufac- turer's instructions. P3-grato 80 Henkel KGaA CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 259 Set the water pressure, water tem- perature and the concentration of the cleaning product on the high-pres- sure cleaner. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 260 Clean openings and drainage holes ing on the level of dirt. for condensate in pipes, sections and cavities by hand, e.g. with a pen. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 261 (wax and stone impact protection) and corrosion damage. Also check for damage to tyres, suspension air bags, brake hoses, sealing gaiters and bearings for moving parts, as well as elec- trical lines and their connections. CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 262 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 263: Technical Data

    Vehicle data ................254 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 264: Vehicle Data

    CONECTO: (option) tank volume 35 l 21,542 mm Permissible gross CONECTO: Windscreen washer Approximately CONECTO G: vehicle weight 19,000 kg reservoir 22,822 mm CONECTO G: Front overhang 2,705 mm 28,000 kg Track width, front 2,113 mm axle CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

  • Page 265: Index

    Weekly tasks ....13 electric ramp ... . . 54-55 Safety precautions ..233 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 266 Switching fans on and off - (option) ....169 code HH2/HK1 ..182-183 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 267 B ... . . 124 Invisible tyre damage ..214, 219 the entry side ... 132-133 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...
  • Page 268 Overview ....66-67 Windscreen washer reservoir . 86-87 Winter operation ... . . 38 CONECTO (C628.3--)/08.2007 GB...

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