Daily Inspection - PREVOST Motorcoach XL Series Operator's Manual

should develop, stop engine immediately and have
condition corrected.
WARNING:
Never let the engine run in an
enclosed, non-ventilated area.
from the engine contain dangerous gases which
can be fatal if inhaled.
NOTE:
The engine will come up to normal
operating temperature shortly after you start
driving; if possible, avoid going to full throttle until
engine coolant temperature reaches 140
Transmission warm-up
When temperature is below -20°F (-29°C), the
"DO NOT SHIFT" and "CHECK TRANS" will stay
"ON" after the engine is started. The transmission
will stay in neutral, regardless of the gear range
selected until it warms past -20°F (-29°C). At that
point, the "DO NOT SHIFT" light will turn off and
the transmission will operate only in first gear or
reverse. When the "CHECK TRANS" light goes
out at 20°F (-7°C), the transmission is warm
enough to safely operate in all gear ranges.

DAILY INSPECTION

With engine stopped
General
Check general vehicle condition and verify all
exterior lighting. Also check for loose nuts and
bolts.
Exhaust fumes
° °
F (60 C).
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STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES
Extinguishers
Ensure that fire extinguishers are in working order
and easily accessible.
Emergency exits
Check that emergency exits can be easily opened.
Driver's area
Adjust mirrors and seat.
Doors
Make sure that all exterior doors and windows are
closed.
Tools and spares
Check for wheel nut wrench and jack, door keys,
spare belts and emergency reflectors.
Washer reservoir
Check that it is full. To prevent the windshield
washer fluid from freezing during the winter, use
antifreeze windshield washer.
Tires
All tires, including the spare, should be inspected
for cuts and correct inflation. On both aluminum
alloy and steel wheels, nuts should be checked
using a torque wrench. Torque to 450-500 ft•lbs
(610-680 N•m).
Wheel bearings
Check oil level in sight glass (see page 6-6).
CAUTION:
During a fuel stop, especially if a
brake job has been performed recently, apply
hand on wheel bearing cover and check for
overheating.
Leaks
Check thoroughly
compartments. Report all leaks to maintenance
personnel.
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