PREVOST XL Series Manual
PREVOST XL Series Manual

PREVOST XL Series Manual

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FOREWORD
Keys ................................................................. 2 - 1
Main battery disconnect switch....................... 2 - 2
Fuel tank filling................................................. 2 - 2
Controls and instrument panels ...................... 2 - 3
L.H. side control panel..................................... 2 - 4
Cruise control switches ................................... 2 - 5
Dashboard (without tachograph) .................... 2 - 7
Dashboard (with tachograph) ......................... 2 - 8
Dashboard indicator/warning lights ................ 2 - 9
L.H. lower switch panel ................................. 2 - 14
R.H. lower switch panel................................. 2 - 15
R.H. console .................................................. 2 - 15
Audio/Video control unit. ............................... 2 - 16
Public address (P.A.)..................................... 2 - 18
Video cassette player.................................... 2 - 19
TV tuner ......................................................... 2 - 19
Detroit diesel PRODRIVER
R.H. lateral console ....................................... 2 - 22
Automatic transmission ................................. 2 - 23
Manual transmission ..................................... 2 - 25
Steering column controls............................... 2 - 26
Foot-operated controls .................................. 2 - 27
column ........................................................... 2 - 28
Entrance door ................................................ 2 - 28
Seats.............................................................. 2 - 29
Driver's seat................................................... 2 - 29
Seat belts....................................................... 2 - 31
Passenger seats............................................ 2 - 31
Tour guide seat.............................................. 2 - 32
Mirrors............................................................ 2 - 32
Exterior compartments (XL-40)..................... 2 - 34
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controls .......... 2 - 20
XL Series Motorcoach

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Exterior compartments (XL-45) .....................2 - 35
Engine compartment doors ...........................2 - 36
Engine air intake ducts ..................................2 - 36
Fuel tank filling door.......................................2 - 36
Entrance door.................................................2 - 36
Engine compartment components ................2 - 37
Baggage compartment ..................................2 - 38
Spare wheel & tire compartment...................2 - 38
doors ..............................................................2 - 39
Service doors .................................................2 - 39
main power compartment..............................2 - 39
Battery compartment .....................................2 - 40
Interior compartments....................................2 - 40
Lavatory..........................................................2 - 40
Parcel racks ...................................................2 - 41
Safety equipment compartment ....................2 - 41
Accessories....................................................2 - 41
Preheating system timers (auxiliary) .............2 - 46
SAFETY
Brakes ..............................................................3 - 1
Antilock braking system (ABS) ........................3 - 2
Air system emergency fill valve .......................3 - 2
Back up alarm ..................................................3 - 3
Kneeling system...............................................3 - 3
Hi-buoy system ................................................3 - 3
Low-buoy system.............................................3 - 3
Emergency exits ..............................................3 - 4
Day time running lights ....................................3 - 5
Fog lights..........................................................3 - 5
Horns................................................................3 - 5
Alarm system ...................................................3 - 6
Safety equipment .............................................3 - 6
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Summary of Contents for PREVOST XL Series

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    XL Series Motorcoach TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD 1 - 1 Exterior compartments (XL-45) .....2 - 35 Engine compartment doors ......2 - 36 Engine air intake ducts ........2 - 36 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 2 - 1 Fuel tank filling door........2 - 36 Entrance door..........2 - 36 Keys ..............
  • Page 2: Controls/Instruments

    Controls/Instruments KEYS Depending on optional equipment, up to nine (9) different key models may have been supplied with your vehicle. They are used as described below: Ignition switch. Tachograph. Towel dispenser. Lavatory door lock. Entrance door lock. Baggage compartments door lock. Front electric compartment door lock.
  • Page 3: Main Battery Disconnect Switch

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS MAIN BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION: When the vehicle is parked SWITCH overnight or for an extended period of time, the main battery disconnect switch (XL-40) or the XL-40 battery master switch (XL-45) (see page 2-14) The manual switch which connects or should be set to the "OFF"...
  • Page 4: Controls And Instrument Panels

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT PANELS FIGURE 5 18114A Panel Panel L.H. Side Control Panel Detroit Diesel PRODRIVER 2-20 Controls L.H. Lower Switch Panel 2-14 R.H. Console 2-15 Dashboard (without Tachograph) R.H. Lateral Console 2-22 Dashboard (with Tachograph) R.H. Lower Switch Panel 2-15 2 - 3...
  • Page 5: Side Control Panel

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS L.H. Side Control Panel 1. Adjustable louver The louver is manually adjustable, so the heated or cooled air flow can be directed towards driver or side window. 2. Cruise control switches (see page 2-5) 3. Baggage door lock (Optional) Push up rocker switch to unlock the baggage doors and push down to lock.
  • Page 6 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 9. Fluorescent lighting To operate, turn pointer knob to the left for L.H. mirror adjustments and to the right for R.H. mirror Push down rocker switch to turn on the interior adjustments, then push down on either of the four fluorescent lights, located under parcel racks.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 1. Press and hold the "RESUME" switch until the decrease or increase in speed (respectively) of desired speed is obtained. Releasing the 0.6 m.p.h. (1.0 km/h) for every touch. "RESUME" switch will set the new higher speed. 2. Depress accelerator pedal until the desired speed is obtained, then press and release the "SET"...
  • Page 8: Dashboard (Without Tachograph)

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Dashboard (without Tachograph) FIGURE 7 18113A 01......Kneeling/Hi-buoy, or Low Buoy, 19........ Primary air pressure gauge or High Buoy (All Optional), or Blank 20............Fuel gauge 02....Water separator (Optional), or Blank 21............. Voltmeter 03....Tag axle unloading, or Retractable 22........Differential oil temperature tag axle (Optional) gauge (Optional), or Blank...
  • Page 9: Dashboard (With Tachograph)

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Dashboard (with Tachograph) FIGURE 8 18112A 01......Kneeling/Hi-buoy, or Low Buoy, 19............Fuel gauge or High Buoy (All Optional), or Blank 20............. Voltmeter 02....Water separator (Optional), or Blank 03....Tag axle unloading, or Retractable 21.........Turbo boost pressure, tag axle (Optional) differential oil temperature 04.
  • Page 10: Dashboard Indicator/Warning Lights

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Dashboard indicator/warning lights and instruments L.H. turn signal - Hazard Flashes when L.H. turn signal is selected with multifunction lever or when hazard switch is Kneeling/Hi-buoy (Optional), or Low Buoy turned on. (When hazard switch is turned on both (Optional), or High Buoy (Optional) L.H.
  • Page 11 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 222°F (106°C) so the vehicle can operate normally. See also item # 31 on page 2-7. Battery NOTE: Engine is not considered "overheating" ° ° when below 215 F (102 Lights when alternator is not functioning properly. Battery balance Lights when batteries are out of balance.
  • Page 12 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS normal that pressure reaches the gauge's maximum level. NOTE : If the "Differential oil temperature gauge" is not a chosen option on your vehicle, then "Turbo boost pressure gauge" will be located in its position. Differential temperature gauge (Optional) Indicates differential oil temperature.
  • Page 13 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Will light if a minor engine malfunction is detected by the DDEC (Detroit Diesel Electronic Control) system. This includes any situation where the Low fuel level engine coolant reaches 217°F (103°C) because XL-40 vehicles: of cooling system problems or because of situations described on page 2-10 (Engine Lights when approximately 12 U.S.
  • Page 14 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS U.S. vehicles: Miles/Kilometers (Miles located in the left half of the tachograph body. predominant) The speed at which the warning occurs is Canadian displayed in a small window. vehicles: Kilometers/Miles (Kilometers predominant) Tachometer The tachometer Indicates the operating speed of the engine in hundreds of revolutions per minute (RPM x 100).
  • Page 15: Lower Switch Panel

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Diagram Chart "ON": Ignition is "ON" and key cannot be removed. The diagram chart recording speedometer and tachometer data covers a 24-hour period. Open "START": Starting position; spring-loaded ignition the tachograph cover using the key provided, switch returns to "ON" position after starting. then insert the diagram chart with the MPH or Ignition key must be returned to "OFF"...
  • Page 16: Console

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS switch in the "ON" position, this control will 2. Fog lights (Optional) or Blank automatically be canceled when restarting the Push down rocker switch to activate fog lights as engine; the driver must then shut off, and reset well as clearance, tail and marker lights. Before rocker switch to reactuate fast idle.
  • Page 17: Audio/Video Control Unit

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 1. Audio/Video control unit The control unit is used to control audio and video in the coach. For more information refer to the Audio/Video Control Unit section below. Central A/C - heating system controls These controls are used to obtain desired 1.
  • Page 18 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 2. Controlling the Passenger Section 3. Controlling the Video Section The three buttons (RADIO, VIDEO, and AUX) in Once the VIDEO button is pressed, the video the PASSENGER section are used to control system goes into a ten second delay. This is to what audio input is being sent to the allow the VCP time to position the tape.
  • Page 19: Public Address

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS controlled by the Volume and Tone controls on selections. When activated, all other audio is the front of the radio. These controls have no muted and the radio cassette player is stopped. effect on the passengers audio. The radio must The PA system may be activated even when the be in the ‘’On’’...
  • Page 20: Video Cassette Player

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Microphone 1. Video Cassette Compartment 2. Power button 3. Rew (Rewind/Reverse Picture Search) button Push to rewind the video tape. When a tape is playing, momentarily press to engage the reverse search mode. 4. Play button Push to play the video tape. When auto tracking is working, the PLAY indicator light blinks.
  • Page 21 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 3. Auto Programming Button Engine data display & computer - ProDriver Press once to program tuner. 4. Channel Change Buttons. Press once to change channel. 5. Infrared Sensor Provided for optional remote control. FIGURE 24 18034 ProDriver is a graphic device that displays and records operational data transmitted by the Detroit Diesel Electronic Controls (DDEC) on the diagnostic data link.
  • Page 22 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS • Special button functions Overspeed time and percentage for two (2) speed thresholds Alternate labels are displayed along the bottom of • Over-rev time and percentage the screen directly over each button when the • buttons are used to perform special functions. Maximum vehicle speed and RPM •...
  • Page 23: Lateral Console

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS To review leg summary information at idle To review leg summary info while in motion ECONOMY SCREEN, = SUMMARY 1, INFO IDLE SCREEN, = SUMMARY 1, INFO ECONOMY = SUMMARY 2, = IDLE SCREEN. = SUMMARY 2, INFO INFO INFO INFO SCREEN.
  • Page 24: Automatic Transmission

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 1. Tag axle unloaded or retractable 5A. Preheater switch Vehicle can be fitted with either the standard tag Push down rocker switch to turn "ON" Preheating axle unloaded system or the optional retractable system; supplementing Central Heating System tag axle system. When valve is switched to the when required.
  • Page 25 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS The digital display indicates the readout of two (2) Shift schedule digits: PRIMARY - This shift schedule is used each time the vehicle is started. Typically, this is used for SELECT - Range of gears selected by the normal vehicle operation. operator.
  • Page 26: Manual Transmission

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS B) Neutral (N) F) First (1) range Use this position to start engine. Select neutral Select this range when pulling through mud and (N) when checking vehicle accessories, and for snow, or when speed control is needed for driving extended periods of engine idle operation;...
  • Page 27: Steering Column Controls

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS The transmission shift lever located to the right of CAUTION : Before ascending or descending a the driver's seat is used to select gears. The long or steep grade, reduce speed and shift to a coach is equipped with a safety switch to prevent lower gear.
  • Page 28: Foot-Operated Controls

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 3. Headlight beam changer Transmission retarder lever (Optional) High beams or low beams can be selected by respectively pushing the lever towards the dashboard or by pulling it towards the driver. 4. Headlight flasher High beams can be flashed momentarily by pulling the lever completely towards the driver and then releasing it.
  • Page 29: Tilt Steering Wheel And Telescopic Steering Column

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS TILT STEERING WHEEL AND CLUTCH PEDAL TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN Used to engage and disengage the manual transmission. To unlock, use the handle located on the steering column's left hand side. Pull handle down to BRAKES permit a maximum variation of 11° in steering wheel angle, and a telescopic wheel movement of Service brakes 2"...
  • Page 30: Seats

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS air-operated lock. Handle must be turned SEATS counterclockwise to open door and clockwise to close. Driver's seat - "ISRI" Two distinct "ISRI" model driver's seats may be CAUTION: Door handle must be fully pushed in supplied with your vehicle: one with mechanical (clockwise) to ensure that air locking mechanism suspension (std),...
  • Page 31 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 1. Rotate control knob to select desired armresting angle. When not in use, raise armrest parallel with backrest. 2. Lift lever to select proper adjustment angle of backrest. 3. Pull handle up, and push down or pull up on front of seat cushion to raise or lower the front section of seat cushion.
  • Page 32: Passenger Seats

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 7. Push on upper section of rocker switches to WARNING: A snug fit with the lap belt inflate lumbar support bellows inside the seat positioned low on the hips is necessary to ensure backrest, and push on lower section of rocker motorist's safety.
  • Page 33: Tour Guide Seat

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Tour guide seat (Optional) The optional tour guide seat is installed on driver's R.H. side over front steps. The seat folds up automatically when host/hostess stands up for convenience when embarking and disembarking passengers. The tour guide seat can easily be removed and stored in parcel racks by simply lifting and unhooking seat assembly.
  • Page 34 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS • Mirror head can be rotated and/or tilted by Your vehicle is equipped with two (2) exterior mirrors. These mirrors have an electric heating loosening the adjusting "Allen" screw system which serves to minimize ice and located at the base of mirror head. Adjust condensation in extreme weather conditions.
  • Page 35: Exterior Compartments (Xl-40)

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS EXTERIOR COMPARTMENTS (XL-40) FIGURE 41: XL-40 EXTERIOR COMPARTMENTS 18030B 01 ......... Engine air intake duct 10..........Engine rear doors 02 ......... Lavatory access door 11......Engine oil reserve tank filling, 03 ........Engine R.H. side door Block heater plug & 04 ....Main battery disconnect switch door (Water heater plug [Optional]) 05 ........
  • Page 36: Exterior Compartments (Xl-45)

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS EXTERIOR COMPARTMENTS (XL-45) FIGURE 42: XL-45 EXTERIOR COMPARTMENTS 18031B 01 ......... Engine air intake duct 11..Engine oil reserve tank filling, Block heater 02 ......... Lavatory access door plug & (Water heater plug [Optional]) 03 ........Engine R.H. side door 12......
  • Page 37: Engine Compartment Doors

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Engine compartment doors (doors #3 & 10) For access to the engine compartment, two rear doors and one R.H. side door are provided. To open rear doors, turn lock release handle counterclockwise and pull open doors. Doors are held in open position by a mechanical locking device located at top of each door.
  • Page 38: Engine Compartment Components

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS FIGURE 46 01014A Components identification: 01 ..........Coolant surge tank 12......Preheater (Webasto or Espar) 02 ..........Rear junction box 13..........Engine air cleaner 03 ..Transmission oil dipstick (Auto. trans. only) 14........Engine primary fuel filter Engine oil dipstick (Manual trans. only) * 15......
  • Page 39: Baggage Compartment

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS CAUTION: Baggage compartment Do not slam baggage compartment doors. This can only damage door weather (doors #5) stripping and/or locking mechanism. An optional elect. door locking system may be NOTE: To prevent theft and/or vandalism, installed on all baggage compartment doors. The switch is located on the L.H.
  • Page 40: A/C & Heating And Condenser Compartment Doors

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS A/C & heating and Condenser Service doors (doors #2,9,11,13 & 14) compartment doors (doors # 7 & 16) Service doors can be opened by turning the slotted head "Dzus" fasteners turn The A/C & heating and Condenser compartment counterclockwise and then pulling on the door. doors can be opened manually or mechanically, depending on options.
  • Page 41: Battery Compartment

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Battery compartment (XL-40 only) (access through door #5 with *) FIGURE 52 06103 FIGURE 53 23015A Batteries are accessible by means of an access door which is located on the back wall of the rear 01..........Towel dispenser baggage compartment (#5*). To open battery 02..............
  • Page 42: Parcel Racks

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS The lavatory has it's own ventilation system that Safety equipment compartment operates only when ignition switch is in the "ON" position. An auxiliary sump tank (optional) allows main tank to be drained by manually opening an interconnecting tank valve. Lavatory can then be operated for longer periods until coach can be serviced at a facility equipped for disposal.
  • Page 43 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Mechanical destination sign Electronic destination sign (Optional) (Optional) To change the name on your destination sign To change the destination, depress the selecting simply pull to unlock handle and rotate until sign switches until the desired destination appears in shows desired destination.
  • Page 44 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS To operate driver side window and L.H. windshield blinds, pull down tab to the required position and then release; the blind will remain in position. To raise blind, pull on release cord on it's L.H. side. FIGURE 60 23021 Adjustable A/C &...
  • Page 45 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Stop/Service/Reading lamp FIGURE 61 23022A 1. Reading lamp Can be adjusted manually to desired angle. 2. Reading lamp switch Press to turn reading lamp ON or OFF. FIGURE 62 23023 3. Hostess signal switch Galley (Optional) Depress rocker switch to activate chime in driver's area.
  • Page 46 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Spare Parts Kit A Spare Parts Kit is supplied with your vehicle; parts are stored in a cardboard box located inside the forward baggage compartment. Kit contents depend on certain vehicle options as shown below: 1 = Series 60 Engine + Full A/C System. 2 = Series 60 Engine + Full A/C System + 110 volt interior lighting.
  • Page 47 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS PREHEATING SYSTEM Setting the time and weekday for the first TIMERS (AUXILIARY) time. (Optional) Press key briefly. The timer, located on R.H. lateral console (see page 2-22 items 5 & 5A), is used to program the 12:00 flashes on the display. starting and stopping time of the preheating Set the clock time with <...
  • Page 48 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS WEBASTO (45 000 or 80 000 BTU) Switching off heater. Press key briefly. Operating display disappears. The blower OPERATION WITH DIGITAL TIMER automatically continues to operate to cool the heater down. Heating without preselection when ignition is ‘’on.’’ Switch on the heater. Press key briefly.
  • Page 49 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 3. You can get instant heat... with the button 5, which switches your heater on (or off) immediately. The green light is on while the heater is switched on. 4..or you can program the heater to come on up to 24 hours ahead.
  • Page 50 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS WEBASTO (45 000 or 80 000 BTU) Switching off heater. Press key briefly. OPERATION WITH DIGITAL TIMER Operating display disappears. The blower automatically continues to operate to cool the heater down. Heating without preselection when ignition is ‘’on.’’ Switch on the heater. Press briefly.
  • Page 51 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 3. You can get instant heat... with the button , which switches your heater on (or off) immediately. The green light is on while the heater is switched on. 4..or you can program the heater to come on up to 24 hours ahead.

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