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A Word From the President
Thank You for Making the
"Ultimate" Decision in Luxury Motorcoaching
We are proud to have you join the growing PRÉVOST family.
The world's most
discriminating motorcoach enthusiasts choose the PRÉVOST H3-45 VIP time and again
because of the confidence they have in our commitment to building the ultimate in factory-
prepared, conversion-ready luxury motorcoaches.
This PRÉVOST commitment to excellence goes back more than 70 years and is matched by
a proven performance record that is literally hundreds of millions of miles long. On every
road and in every climate imaginable, from frozen arctic through torrential rains and
blazing hot desert sands, PRÉVOST coaches have been there and back in peak condition to
tell the tale.
Your Owner's Manual will provide a road map to years and years of carefree
motorcoaching enjoyment. Across North America you can depend on our factory owned
Service and Parts Centers plus many qualified service locations. They are staffed by
professionals dedicated to seeing that all your needs are met with the utmost in efficiency
and courtesy.
Though we are proud of our past, we are not about to forget where the emphasis must lie...
it must lie in the future. The PRÉVOST R&D department is the largest and most
innovative of it's kind in North America.
All the employees join me in appreciation of the trust you have placed in us. We will make
sure that you are totally satisfied with your coach.
Bon voyage and happy motorcoaching!
Georges Bourelle
President

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  • Page 1 We are proud to have you join the growing PRÉVOST family. The world's most discriminating motorcoach enthusiasts choose the PRÉVOST H3-45 VIP time and again because of the confidence they have in our commitment to building the ultimate in factory- prepared, conversion-ready luxury motorcoaches.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Foreword ..... 1-1 Safety....... 3-1 Brakes .............3-1 Air System Emergency Fill Valve ....3-2 Controls/Instruments ..2-1 Back Up Alarm ..........3-3 Keys ..............2-1 Emergency Exits..........3-3 Battery Master Switch........2-1 Day Time Running Lights ........3-4 Fuel Tank Filling ..........2-1 Fog Lights............3-4 Control and Instrument Panels .......
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Information ..5-1 Care and Maintenance..6-1 Dimensions ............. 5-1 Interior Cleaning ..........6-1 Weight ............5-1 Exterior Cleaning ..........6-1 Capacities ............5-1 Oil Verification ..........6-2 Fuel Type............5-1 Coolant Level Verification........6-4 Wheels and Tires ........... 5-2 Air Tanks ............6-5 Belts..............

  • Page 4: Foreword

    Foreword The PRÉVOST H3-45 VIP Owner's Manual has The following words are used to emphasise par- been prepared to thoroughly acquaint you, the ticularly important information: owner, with vehicle equipment and features in Warning: Identifies instructions which if not order to fully appreciate and safely enjoy your followed, could result in serious personal injury vehicle.
  • Page 5 Safety Brakes Warning: "Fanning" or "Pumping" brake pedal is not recommended on a vehicle with an air- There are two brake systems on your vehicle, the operated brake system. This practice will not service brakes, and the combination emergency increase brake system effectiveness, but will and parking brakes, both of which are described instead waste air and thereby reduce brake below.
  • Page 6 SAFETY Warning: The rear valve is located in engine R.H. side Always apply parking before leaving compartment. driver's seat. Note: Each time the parking brake is applied and ignition key is turned or left to the ON posi- tion, the stoplights automatically light up. ABS Brakes (antilock braking system) The purpose of the antilock braking system is to...
  • Page 7 SAFETY Back Up Alarm The back up alarm system serves to warn by- standers of vehicle moving in reverse range. Driver should take extra precautions when backing up. If in doubt, have someone guide you. The back up alarm will automatically operate when the reverse range is selected, provided that the back up alarm cancel switch is not activated.
  • Page 8 SAFETY Note: These instructions are also affixed to es- Fog Lights cape hatch. The halogen fog lights recessed in front bumper In the event of ventilation systems failure, hatch allow the driver a better visibility in foggy, rainy or can be used to provide air circulation, by simply snowy weather, and improve range of vision just pushing hatch upwards.
  • Page 9 SAFETY Safety Equipment Mud Flaps and Splash Guards Extinguishers Mud flaps are installed behind each wheel of front and tag axles in order to minimize dirt on Two fire extinguishers are provided with the ve- the lower panels of vehicle and to reduce stone hicle and are installed behind the driver's seat projections on following vehicles.

  • Page 10: Controls/Instruments

    Controls/Instruments Note: For your protection against theft: Keys A) Record the key numbers and keep this infor- Three different key models are provided with the mation in a safe place. Do not keep these rec- vehicle, They are used as described below. ords inside vehicle.

  • Page 11: Control And Instrument Panels

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Note: Provided the vehicle is parked level, an L.H. Side Control Panel 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 ex- pands.
  • Page 12 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 1. Instrument & Control Lighting Dimmer Push down rocker switch and hold in position to lower left sun visor. Turn dimmer in a clockwise direction to increase instrument and control panel brightness. 9. Driver’s Lights 2. Back Up Alarm Cancel Driver’s light electric circuit is connected to 2 three-way switches;...
  • Page 13 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 20. L.H. Outside Mirror Control L.H. Dashboard Turn pointer knob to the left for mirror head ad- justments and to the right for convex mirror ad- justment, then push down on either of the but- ton’s four (4) sides to adjust the selected mirror’s viewing angle.
  • Page 14 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 4. Blank for Additional Switch Note: Before requesting any breakdown serv- ice, check that battery equalizer circuit breakers 5. Exterior Mirror Heating Switch are reset. For their location, refer to heading Main Breakers (see page 4-11). Allow at least Push down rocker switch to heat both outside 15 minutes to balance batteries after corrective mirrors.
  • Page 15 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS L.H. Lower Control Panel 3. Fast Idle Push down rocker switch to engage fast idle, thus increasing engine speed to approximately 1100 rpm. Use this switch for extended stops. Note: If parking brake is released and/or trans- mission is shifted with engine running at fast idle, engine will reduce its speed to idle and maintain this rpm as long as parking brake is not applied and/or transmission is in the neutral position.
  • Page 16 Central Dashboard 18176 1. Window Ajar 6. Blank for Additional Indicator/Warning Light Lights when one or several “awning-type” win- dow(s) is (are) ajar. 7. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Indicator 2. Baggage Compartment Door Ajar Illuminates when the ABS is not available or when the ABS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 17 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 10. High Temperature Retarder Oil Indicator 15. High Beams Illuminates when the transmission oil tempera- Lights when headlight high beams are selected. ture is too high. Disengage the retarder to allow the oil temperature to cool down. 16. Engine Compartment Door Ajar Lights when engine compartment door is ajar.
  • Page 18 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 21. Fire Detectors 32. Secondary Air System Pressure Gauge Lights when fire is detected in the engine com- Indicates air pressure in the secondary system. partment. Normal reading should vary from 95 to 125 psi (655 - 860 kPa). 22.
  • Page 19 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS R.H. Dashboard 5. Main Windshield Defroster Control This control directs air flow in the main wind- shield defroster and/or dash louvers. 6. Driver’s A/C-Heating Temperature Control This control is used to obtain desired tempera- ture in driver’s section. 7. Driver’s A/C-Heating Ventilation Speed Control This control activates the fan to the desired speed.
  • Page 20 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 4. Entrance Door Unlocking Switch Push down rocker switch to unlock the entrance door. This switch can not be used to lock the entrance door. 2 - 11...

  • Page 21: Steering Columns Controls

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Center Console 4. Green LED for A/C Mode 5. Red LED for Heating Mode 6. Outside Temperature Thermometer Indicates exterior temperature. Temperature is indicated in Fahrenheit for U.S., and in Celsius for Canada. Steering Columns Controls Multifunction Lever 18179 1.

  • Page 22: 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 dash- board 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 23: Tilt Steering Wheel And Telescopic Steering Column

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Service brakes are applied by depressing the Seats brake pedal, the rate of braking varying accor- ding to the gradual increase of pressure until the required rate of braking is obtained. When brake Driver's Seat - "Delivery" pedal is depressed, vehicle stoplights automa- tically light up.
  • Page 24 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 2. Backrest Electric ISRI Seats Lift lever to select proper adjustment angle of Adjust electric seats as follows: backrest. 3*. Fore-and-Aft Pull handle up and slide seat forwards or backwards to adjust distance between seat and dashboard. 4*. Incline Pull handle up, and adjust seat inclination.

  • Page 25: Automatic Transmission

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS twists. Make sure that it remains untwisted as it • To stop seat movement, push any control retracts. button (items 1 to 4). Note: The seat can, at any time, be positioned using items 1,2 & 3 without affecting the two memory positions.
  • Page 26 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS pressed continuously, the range selected con- Range Selection - Push-button Shifter tinues to change up or down until the button is The push-button shifter is used by the operator released or until the highest or lowest possible to select Neutral (N), Reverse gear (R), or a range of gears is selected.
  • Page 27 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS mission is held-in-gear. If another pad is de- Note: The transmission should normally be al- pressed, the buzzing sound will continue until the lowed to shift itself, but manual shifting can be original range is selected. used as described below. Note: As a light bulb and systems check, the Do Not Shift light will illuminate when the ignition...

  • Page 28: Cruise Control

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 2. Depress accelerator pedal until the desired Cruise Control speed is obtained, then press and release the SET switch. Note: When driving with cruise control in use, the speed may be increased for passing, etc., by depressing the accelerator in the usual manner. Once the foot is removed from the accelerator pedal, the cruise control will return to the set speed.

  • Page 29: Engine Data Display And Computer - Pro-Driver

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS • Driver initiated incident records, and Engine Data Display & • Stop and check engine code logs. Computer - ProDriver™ Note: Refer to Detroit Diesel ProDriver™ User Manual (6SE701), for a full description of how to set up and operate your ProDriver™ display. Button Functions MENU Displays main menu or previous...

  • Page 30: Level Low System

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Warning Screens Level Low System Speeding, over revving, excessive idling and oil change screens will displayed until acknowledged by pressing any button or the condition ceases. The display will return to the screen previously shown. Alert Screens Shown if a warning condition exists with the engine.
  • Page 31 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS In case of failure: Note: It's always better to first, level the rear of the vehicle (right to left) before raising or lower- 1. Shut off and turn on again. ing the front. After adjusting the rear, watch the 2.
  • Page 32 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Display of Memorized Times 1. To set the clock If the time display e.g. 18:33 is wrong, or if it Note: Heating will turn on automatically at pre- flashes 8:88, press button 9 and at the same selected time. time press either 10 (backwards) or 11 (for-...

  • Page 33: Entrance Door

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Mirrors Exterior Mirrors The vehicle is equipped with two exterior mirrors which are provided with an electric heating sys- tem to ensure a good visibility in extreme weather conditions. Integral thermostats are in- stalled in both mirrors to avoid continual heating. Use the appropriate switch on the L.H.
  • Page 34 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS The manufacturer's code appears: You can program a personal code to unlock en- trance door and compartments. This code does • On your owner's wallet card not replace the permanent code that is pro- • Taped to the microprocessor/relay module in grammed into the system.

  • Page 35: Exterior Compartments

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Exterior Compartments 18183 2 - 25...
  • Page 36 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Engine Compartment Components 01039 2 - 26...
  • Page 37 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Warning: Engine Compartment R.H. Side Door Always engage the safety catch to keep the door securely open in case of any This door can be locked/unlocked using the ex- malfunction. Release the catch before closing terior compartment key. Lift up protector cover to the door.

  • Page 38: Accessories

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Fuel Filler Doors Front Electric Compartment Both fuel filler doors can be locked/unlocked us- The front electric compartment door can be ing the exterior compartment key. Turn the key locked/unlocked using the exterior compartment in the lock to remove. key.
  • Page 39 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS Spare Parts Kit (optional) Trailer Hitch A spare parts kit may be supplied with your vehi- Your vehicle is equipped with a factory installed cle. Parts are stored in a cardboard box located trailer hitch which has been designed to meet inside the forward baggage compartment.
  • Page 40 CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS side at rear of driver's seat, the flow is adjustable by pressing on the upper fin tab and can be di- rected by turning the outer ring. The two other louvers are located on top front extremity of R.H. side A/C and heating duct, close to the copilot seat.

  • Page 41: Starting And Stopping

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Starting and Stopping Procedures General Information Do not engage starter for more than 15 seconds at a time. If engine does not start within 15 sec- Caution: Read this section of manual before onds, release ignition key and allow starter to driving vehicle.
  • Page 42 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Starting Engine From Engine Detroit Diesel Compartment Electronic Control The following procedure is used to start the en- (DDEC) gine from the engine compartment. The major components of DDEC are as follows: Starting engine Switches for starting and stopping the engine from engine compartment are mounted on a small box above the engine.

  • Page 43: World Transmission Electronic

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Warning: Its major components include an Electronic Con- When descending significant grades, trol Module (ECM), Electronic Unit Injectors (EUI) use service brakes as little as possible. If engine and sensors. The ECM is the brain of the DDEC does not slow vehicle to a safe speed, apply system and is located on engine between pri- service brakes and shift to a lower range.
  • Page 44 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Engine Electronic Control Module (via direct The lockup clutch releases at lower speeds and electronic communication), speed sensors, and when ECU detects conditions requiring it to be push-button shifter transmit information to the released. ECU. The ECU processes this information and sends signals to actuate specific solenoids lo- Planetary Gear and Clutches cated on the control module in the transmission.
  • Page 45 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Do not shift - light The DO NOT SHIFT light is located on dash- board. Illumination of this light, accompanied by eight seconds of short beeps from the shifter, indi- cates that shifts are being restricted. The SE- LECT digit on the display will be blank.
  • Page 46 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE mode (pressing once will access transmission • The vehicle must be stationary for approxi- oil level sensor). mately two minutes to allow the fluid to settle. • Observe the digital display for codes. • The engine must be at idle. •...

  • Page 47: Cold Weather Starting

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE weather starting. The 110-120 VAC power con- Cold Weather Starting nector is located on the engine compartment rear door. Connect the female plug of an extension Ether Cold Starting Aid (optional) cord to the 110-120 VAC male outlet. Plug the extension cord into a 110-120 VAC power source only.

  • Page 48: Routine Inspection Before A Trip And On The Road

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Leaks Routine Inspection Check thoroughly under vehicle for any leaks. Before a Trip and on the Road Coolant level The cooling system is completely filled when the With Engine Stopped coolant (cold) is visible in the sight glass on the right side of the surge tank.
  • Page 49 STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Leaks • Unless otherwise specified, engine should be turned off for all lubrication and maintenance Inspect around vehicle and listen for any air leak. procedures. Water separator • Do not attempt to push-start or pull-start the vehicle.

  • Page 50: Heating And Air Conditioning

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE 1. Driver's A/C - heating Recirculation & fresh Heating and Air air control Conditioning This knob should normally be rotated clockwise Driver should always try to introduce as much to allow maximum fresh air admission. When circulation of outside fresh air as possible without outside temperature is extremely high and hampering heating and air conditioning systems.

  • Page 51: Main Breakers

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE 5. Central A/C - heating Temperature control Main Breakers Push down Central A/C - heating switch to acti- vate main A/C-heating system. Regulate tem- All electric circuits are protected by circuit breakers perature for A/C or heating mode in central sec- of the "Manual reset"...

  • Page 52: Jump Starting

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Jump Starting 1. Remove the protective caps from the booster block posts, located in main power compart- Whenever it becomes necessary to start the en- ment. gine while batteries are discharged, use another 2. Connect one end of the red jumper cable to power source of the same voltage (24 volts DC), the positive (+) post of the booster power negative grounded and proper jumper cables.

  • Page 53: Tires

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE change safely. If you have no choice and must Tires do it yourself, see instructions in the Maintenance Manual. Tire Pressure The condition and pressure of the tires can Jacking Points greatly affect both useful tire life and road safety. The vehicle can be jacked by applying pressure Note: The recommended tire inflation pressures...

  • Page 54: Towing

    STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURE Warning: Always unload or retract the tag axle Retractable Tag Axle before jacking the vehicle from the front and Operation of the tag axle is controlled by a valve drive axle jacking points to prevent damage to located on the L.H.
  • Page 55 Care and Maintenance Stainless Steel Interior Cleaning Use a stainless steel cleaner available at any Most of the interior of your vehicle was installed automotive washing and cleaning specialist and by the Interior Designer and Systems Manufac- follow manufacturer's instructions. turer who converted your vehicle.
  • Page 56 CARE AND MAINTENANCE should always be washed as soon as possible note the oil level. Maintain the oil level between after accumulating road salt. the two marks on the dipstick, and never allow it to drop between the "L" (low) mark. If required, Note: Let engine and exhaust cool down before add oil from the oil reserve tank by opening the...
  • Page 57 CARE AND MAINTENANCE If the engine has been shut down for an ex- HOT RUN BAND 07006M tended period of time, park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Power Steering Oil Level Run the engine for at least 1 minute. Shift to drive and operate the engine for 30 seconds at 1000-1500 rpm;...
  • Page 58 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Fan Gearbox Oil Level The radiator fan is belt driven from the engine crankshaft pulley through a drive shaft and a gearbox. The gearbox is equipped with an oil level plug and a drain plug. Check oil level with the engine stopped and make sure that all en- WHEEL BEARING LUBRICATION 13003...
  • Page 59 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Air Tanks ENGINE R.H. COMPARTMENT Your vehicle is equipped with four (4) air tanks; 12033M the accessory tank and wet tank must be purged All four (4) tanks are supplied with a drain valve before every trip or once a month, while the pri- underneath the tank.
  • Page 60 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Manually Adjustable Type There are two different types of manually adjust- able belt tensioning systems. Tension belts ac- cording to the instructions in "Maintenance Man- ual". Filter Restriction Indicator A filter restriction indicator is used to monitor the AIR BELLOW 12017 vacuum level between the air filter and engine.
  • Page 61 CARE AND MAINTENANCE DRIVER'S SYSTEM AIR FILTER 22011 CENTRAL SYSTEM'S AIR FILTER 22100 Windshield Washer Reservoir The windshield washer reservoir is located in the front service compartment. The reservoir has a capacity of 5 U.S. gallons (19 liters) and is equipped with a spin-on type cover.
  • Page 62 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Service Life Fire Extinguishers A hose has a limited service life which is con- In order for fire extinguishers to operate ade- trolled by many factors. With this in mind, it is quately in emergency situations, we strongly recommended that all hoses be thoroughly in- recommend that all units be inspected on a spected annually.
  • Page 63 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Note: If additional soldering has been per- formed on any points of coolant piping, clean coolant system strainer as outlined on new vehi- cle (3,000 miles (4 800 km)). Coolant strainer is located behind air duct in A/C and heating compartment.
  • Page 64 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION AND SERVICING POINTS 24002M 6 - 9...
  • Page 65 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Walk-Around Inspection (Before Every Trip) It is a good practice to make a basic visual inspection of key areas on the vehicle before every trip and to report any problem areas to maintenance personnel for immediate correction. Outside the Vehicle ITEM* DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 66 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Lubrication and Servicing Schedule Service Every 6,250 Miles (10 000 km) or Twice a Year, Whichever Comes First. ITEM* DESCRIPTION REMARKS LUBRICANT &/OR PART** Engine Air Cleaner Inspect and clean, replace element if Filter: #530197 required Engine Air Pre-cleaner Check discharge tube ---------- A/C Compressor...
  • Page 67 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Service Every 12,500 Miles (20 000 km) or Once a Year, Whichever Comes First. ITEM* DESCRIPTION REMARKS LUBRICANT &/OR PART** Engine Change oil and filters Engine oil: SAE 15W40, API CG4 Filters: #510458 Fuel Filters Change primary and secondary fuel Primary: #510137 filters (Fill with clean fuel before Prim.
  • Page 68 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Service Every 100,000 Miles (160 000 km) or Once Every Two Years, Whichever Comes First. ITEM* DESCRIPTION REMARKS LUBRICANT &/OR PART** Differential Change oil; Clean breathers Multigrade gear oil Accessories Air Filter Change filter element Filter: #641252 Air Dryer Change cartridge Cartridge: #641278...
  • Page 69 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Lubricant Specifications ITEM* DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS Engine Oil SAE Viscosity Grade: 15W40 API Classification: CG4 Power Steering Oil Automatic Transmission Oil (Dexron-IIE or Dexron-III) Engine Coolant Low silicate, ethylene glycol coolant 50% antifreeze/water solution is normally used Antifreeze concentration should be between 30% and 67% A/C Compressor Oil Polyolester Oil, HFC 134a compatible: Castrol SW-68 (POE) or equivalent...
  • Page 70 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Part Number Specifications ITEM* DESCRIPTION PRÉVOST NO SUPPLIER NO Engine Oil Filters #510458 Detroit Diesel: 25014505 AC Rochester Div. GM: PF2100 Power Steering Reservoir Oil Filter #660528 Garrison Hydraulic: 32516 Engine Air Cleaner Filter #530197 Nelson: 70337-N Baldwin: PA-2839 Donaldson: P52-2874 Fram: CA-7113...

  • Page 71: Technical Information

    Technical Information Dimensions Capacities Overall length 45' (13,7 m) Engine oil (over bumpers) Crankcase 37 U.S. qts (35 l) Overall width 102" (2,59 m) Reserve tank 10 U.S. qts (9,5 l) Overall height 148.75" (3,78 m) Fuel reservoir 230 U.S. gal. (871 l) (legal capacity equal Wheelbase...

  • Page 72: Wheels And Tires

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Wheels and Tires Engine Steel wheels .......... 9 X 22.5 Detroit Diesel DDEC III Series 60: • 470 HP @ 2100 rpm Aluminum forged wheels..... 9 X 22.5 Except inner drive axle (steel) ....9 X 22.5 • 1450 lbf•ft @ 1200 rpm •...

  • Page 73: Brakes

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Brakes Steering • Dual system plus emergency/parking brake • Tilt steering wheel and telescopic steering column • Air operated: disc type on front axle and tag axle • Integral hydraulic-assisted steering gear drum type on drive axle • System pressure: 2000 psi (13 800 kPa) •...

  • Page 74: Alignment

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Alignment Oil Specifications Front axle Engine • Toe in ....3/32 ± 1/32" (2,4 ± 0,8 mm) • Caster..........2 3/4 ± 3/4° Heavy-duty engine oil SAE 15W-40 meeting API Classification CG-4. • Camber..........0 ± 1/2° Tag axle Automatic Transmission •...
  • Page 75 TECHNICAL INFORMATION tion is primarily used when ordering replacement Preheating system parts. (optional) Transmission Espar (Eberspächer) Model D12W Heating output 41,000 Btu/hr (12 000 W) Fuel type same as engine Fuel consumption 0.44 U.S. gal./hr (1,65 l/hr) Rated voltage 24 ± 4 volts Electric power consumption 55 watts Webasto TRANSMISSION DATA PLATE...
  • Page 76 TECHNICAL INFORMATION cle Safety Standards which were in effect at the time the vehicle was manufactured. You can find this label affixed below L.H. side control panel in driver's compartment. 18170 Coach Final Record This is a complete and detailed record of all data pertaining to the assembly of the vehicle.

  • Page 77: Light Bulb Data

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Light Bulb Data When replacing a light bulb, special attention must be paid to the voltage rating (refer to light bulb data hereafter). Note: All exterior lights are 12 volts and interior lights are 24 volts, except for the Check engine and Stop engine warning lights and flasher indicator lights which are also on 12 volt system.
  • Page 78 TECHNICAL INFORMATION INTERIOR LIGHTING Application Prévost Trade or Watts or Can- Volts part no. SAE Number dle Power Check engine 562048 E-9 (Norma) Stop engine 562048 E-9 (Norma) Flasher indicator 562048 E-9 (Norma) Other indicator (1/unit) 562049 (Osram) Speedometer 560145 1829 1 cp Tachometer...

  • Page 79: Ddec Iii Diagnostic Codes

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION DDEC III Diagnostic Codes To Read Codes: Use a diagnostic data reader plugged in receptacle on the bottom of side panel of L.H. control panel or mo- mentarily depress the Stop engine OVERRIDE switch (located on the L.H. lower control panel) with the igni- tion on, engine at idle or not running.
  • Page 80 TECHNICAL INFORMATION DDC Code Description DDC Code Description Number Number (Flashed) (Flashed) Proprietary link fault (master) Proprietary link fault (receiver) J1587 data link fault J1922 data link fault Torque overload Response time long Aux. output #1 short to battery Aux. output #1 open circuit Aux.

  • Page 81: World Transmission (Wt) Diagnostic Codes

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION World Transmission (WT) Diagnostic Codes Diagnostic Code Memory Diagnostic codes are logged in a list in memory (sometimes referred to as the queue), positioning the most recently occurring code first and containing up to five codes. The codes continued in the list have the information recorded as shown in the chart below.
  • Page 82 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Clearing the Active Indicator and 2. Read the first code in the first of five code positions on the digital display of the shifter. Code Records from the Code List in For example, we will read code 25 11 in the Memory: first position.
  • Page 83 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 3. Manual clearing is possible while in the "MODE" button is held down continuously for ten diagnostic display mode and after the condition seconds while in the display mode until a tone causing to code is corrected (output speed sounds, all diagnostic records in the code list must be zero).
  • Page 84 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Diagnostic Code List and Description Main Description Do Not Inhibited Operation Description Code Code Shift Light Oil level, low No upshift above a calibration range Oil level, high No upshift above a calibration range ECU input voltage, low DNS, SOL OFF (Hydraulic default) ECU input voltage, medium low None: Shift adaptive feature will not...
  • Page 85 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Main Description Do Not Inhibited Operation Description Code Code Shift Light C3 pressure switch open, 3rd range DNS, Lock in current range (3rd) C3 pressure switch open, 5th range DNS, Lock in current range (5th) C3 pressure switch open, R range DNS, Lock in current range (R) ø...
  • Page 86 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Main Description Do Not Inhibited Operation Description Code Code Shift Light Short to battery, K solenoid circuit K solenoid operation inhibited Short to battery, N solenoid circuit Low and 1st inhibited Low side driver, F solenoid circuit Lock-up inhibited Low side driver, K solenoid circuit K solenoid operation inhibited Low side driver, N solenoid circuit...
  • Page 87 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Main Description Do Not Inhibited Operation Description Code Code Shift Light Offgoing C3PS test (during shift), 3 to 2 DNS, RPR Offgoing C3PS test (during shift), 3 to 4 DNS, RPR Offgoing C3PS test (during shift), 5 to 4 DNS, RPR Offgoing C3PS test (during shift), 5 to 6 DNS, RPR...
  • Page 88 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Main Description Do Not Inhibited Operation Description Code Code Shift Light Oncoming ratio test (after shift), 5 to 4 DNS,RPR Oncoming ratio test (after shift), 5 to 6 DNS,RPR Oncoming ratio test (after shift), 6 to 5 DNS,RPR Oncoming ratio test (after shift), R to L DNS,NNC Oncoming ratio test (after shift), R to 1...
  • Page 89 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Main Description Do Not Inhibited Operation Description Code Code Shift Light Range verification C3PS test, 4th DNS, 5th or SOL OFF (3rd) Range verification C3PS test, 6th SOL OFF (5th), DNS Range verification C3PS test, N1 DNS, N3 Range verification C3PS test, N2 or N4 DNS, N3 Retarder oil temperature, hot...
  • Page 90 Service Literature Additional copies of the following Service Literature are available upon request and at low cost. • Maintenance Manual • Owner's Manual • Parts Manual To order the desired manual(s), please contact your local distributor or write to: PRÉVOST CAR INC. ATTN.: TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS DEPARTMENT 35 Gagnon Boulevard Sainte Claire, Québec...
  • Page 91 Notice United States Operators please notice: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has requested that the following statement be provided for your information: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Prévost Car Inc..
  • Page 92 Index Central dashboard ..........2-7 Center console..........2-11 Accelerator pedal ..........2-13 Certifications and data plate......5-5 Accessories............2-28 Changing wheels ..........4-13 Air conditioning, heating and.....4-10, 5-4 Cleaning, exterior..........6-1 Air filters, A/C & heating........6-6 Cleaning, interior..........6-1 Air system emergency fill valves......
  • Page 93 INDEX Drive axle ............5-2 Fuel type ............5-1 Electrical system ..........5-3 Heating and air conditioning..... 4-10, 5-4 Emergency exits Horn, electric............ 2-12 Hinged-type window ........3-3 Hose inspection, flexible........6-7 Roof escape hatch ........3-3 Sliding-type window........3-3 Emergency warning reflectors ......
  • Page 94 INDEX Light bulb data............ 5-7 L.H. lower control panel ......2-6 Lighter, cigarette ..........2-11 L.H. side control panel ........2-2 Light switch, driver's........... 2-3 R.H. dashboard .........2-10 Lights R.H. lower control panel......2-10 Day time running ........3-4 Parking brake control ........2-4 Docking and cornering .......
  • Page 95 INDEX Specifications R.H. outside mirror control ......2-4 Lubricant........... 6-14 Right sun visor ..........2-3 Oil ............... 5-4 Stop Engine override........2-6 Part number..........6-15 Transmission push-button shifter ......2-3, 2-16 Splash guards ............ 3-5 Transmission retarder .........2-6 Starting, cold weather ........4-7 Upper windshield washer ......2-4 Starting, driver's compartment......
  • Page 96 INDEX Tires ............4-13, 5-2 Tools, jack ............3-5 Towing.............. 4-14 Trailer hitch ............2-29 Transmission Automatic ..........2-15 Cooler circuit ..........4-4 Diagnostic codes ....... 4-5, 5-11 Diagnostic telltales ........4-5 Electronic control system WT ....4-3 Fill pipe protection ........4-6 Importance of proper oil level .....
  • Page 97 Change of Address or Ownership Any change of address or ownership should be brought to the attention of the manufacturer by completing and mailing the attached card. CHANGE OF ADDRESS VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER: 2PC _ 334 _ _ _ 101 _ _ _ _ OLD ADDRESS→...
  • Page 98 CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP affix stamp here PRÉVOST CAR INC. 35 Boul. Gagnon Ste Claire (Québec) CANADA, G0R 2V0 AFTER-SALES SERVICE DEPARTMENT affix stamp here PRÉVOST CAR INC. 35 Boul. Gagnon Ste Claire (Québec) CANADA, G0R 2V0 AFTER-SALES SERVICE DEPARTMENT...

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