General Recommendations - PREVOST H3-45 VIP Owner's Manual

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Understand the basic principles of vehicle
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operation;
Always maintain the vehicle in good running
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condition;
Do not drive with low fuel. If the fuel tank
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runs dry, the engine will not start until the air
is bled from the fuel system. Refer to
"Maintenance Manual" for more information;
Allow engine to run for at least two minutes at
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normal idle before shutting off;
Engine should be at idle when shifting from
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neutral (N) to forward (D) or from neutral (N) to
reverse (R);
CAUTION
Fast idle should always be turned off before
releasing the parking brake and putting the coach
in gear. Driveline damage can result if the fast idle
switch is always left on.
The automatic transmission does not have a
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park (P) position. Place transmission in
neutral (N) position and apply parking brake
when the vehicle is stopped. A warning
buzzer will sound if the engine is stopped and
the parking brake has not been applied when
foot pressure is removed from the brake
pedal;
Always follow the procedures described in
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this manual;
Unless stated otherwise, shut off the engine
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before performing all servicing, lubrication and
maintenance tasks;
Do not attempt to push or pull-start the coach;
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The vehicle may be damaged if towed with
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the axle shafts or driveshaft connected;
Two chemical fire extinguishers are provided
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with the vehicle. Placement may vary
depending on options and models. Take a
moment to locate them in your vehicle.
In case of fire, immediately evacuate all
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occupants. Occupant safety is the first
priority. Do not attempt to extinguish the fire if
there is immediate danger or risk for personal
injury;
When driving on ice and snow, accelerate and
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decelerate gradually;
Report all problems affecting passenger or driver
safety to a Prevost service center. Have problems
corrected immediately.
PA-1638 Owner's Manual X3-45 VIP
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