Coolant; Coolant Level Verification; Coolant Level Sensor; Thawing Cooling System - PREVOST H3-41 Maintenance Manual

FIGURE 7: VOLVO D13 THERMOSTAT HOUSING
3. Install the new thermostat. Make sure that
the rubber seal remains properly seated.
4. Position the thermostat housing to the
cylinder head, install the bolts and tighten.
TORQUE: 15-21 lb-ft (20-28 Nm)
5. Install the rubber radiator hose to the
thermostat housing. Position the clamp and
tighten to secure.
6. Fill the system with the recommended

coolant.

7. Start the engine, check for leaks and proper
operation. After shutdown, replenish fluids as
necessary.
5.2 CHECKING NEW THERMOSTAT
A function check must be carried out before
installing a new thermostat.
NOTE
Check to be sure that the new thermostat
closes fully. This can be done by holding it up
to the light to check that there is no visible gap
at the opening point. If the thermostat does
not close properly, replace it.
1. Warm up water in a receptacle to 75°C
(167°F) and immerse the thermostat in the
water. Use a piece of wire attached to the
thermostat.
SECTION 05B: X3 SERIES COOLING SYSTEM
2. After at least 30 seconds, check that the
thermostat is still closed.
3. Now warm the water to 100°C (212°F). After
at least 30 seconds at the boiling point,
check that the thermostat has opened at
least 7mm (9/32in). If the thermostat has not
opened, it must be replaced. A good
thermostat starts to close at 95°C (203°F)
and is fully closed at approximately 85°C
(185°F).
6. COOLANT
6.1

COOLANT LEVEL VERIFICATION

Coolant level is correct when coolant is visible
halfway up through the surge tank sight glass
with a cold engine (Figure 2). If coolant level is
low, fill cooling system.
6.2

COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR

This warning device consists of a fluid level
probe mounted on the surge tank. The probe
sends a signal to the engine control module to
indicate coolant level. If the coolant level drops
below the probe, the "Check Engine" light
flashes and a diagnostic code is registered (see
section 01" ENGINE").
CAUTION
Do not run engine with the "Check Engine"
light flashing.
The level probe is mounted on the front of the
surge tank.
6.3

THAWING COOLING SYSTEM

If the cooling system becomes frozen solid,
place the coach in a warm area until the ice is
completely thawed.
CAUTION
Under no circumstances should the engine be
operated when the cooling system is frozen,
as it will result in engine overheating due to
insufficient coolant.
Once it is thawed, check engine, radiator and
related components for damage caused by
expansion of frozen coolant fluid.
PA1621 Maintenance Manual All Series
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January 2017