Changing A Flat Tire (Coaches Only); Changing A Flat Tire (Vip & Converted Bus Shells) - PREVOST H3-41 Maintenance Manual

NOTE
On H3 series vehicles, the pressure screw
arm must return to its initial position otherwise,
the bumper cannot be latched in upper
position.
NOTE
The jack and wheelnut wrench are stored in
the front service compartment for X3 series
vehicles and at the ceiling of the forward
baggage compartment, on the R.H. side for H3
series vehicles
The jack/tools kit contains a:
1. 30 ton hydraulic jack;
2. Wheel nut wrench and lever.
FIGURE 31: FRONT SERVICE COMPARTMENT OF A
X3 SERIES VEHICLE
Figure 32: forward compartment of H3 series vehicle
with jack, wrench and reflector kit.
SECTION 13: WHEELS, HUBS AND TIRES
NOTE
Check the inflation pressure of the spare tire
periodically to keep it ready for use. Inflate
spare tire to the pressure of the tire, which has
the highest pressure on the vehicle. When
installing, deflate
necessary.
13.3 CHANGING A FLAT TIRE (COACHES
ONLY)
In case of flat tire, refer to appropriate procedure
under "Wheel Maintenance" heading in this
section.
NOTE
For hydraulic jack placement, refer to Section
18 "Body", under heading "Vehicle Jacking
Points".
DANGER
Place jack on stable and level ground; if
necessary, place a board under the jack. Do
not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack
is securely engaged.
WARNING
To prevent personal injury and/or equipment
damage, use only the recommended jacking
points. Passengers must not remain inside
vehicle while wheel is being replaced.
CAUTION
Adjust tire pressure
appropriate cold tire inflation-pressure.
NOTE
Store damaged
compartment. Repair and balance the flat tire
as soon as possible.
13.4 CHANGING A FLAT TIRE (VIP &
CONVERTED BUS SHELLS)
In case of a flat tire, turn ON the hazard flashers
and bring the vehicle to a stop on the side of the
road. Apply the parking brake. Make sure the
vehicle is parked safely away from traffic. Set up
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to correct pressure
according to the
wheel in spare tire
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