Engine Access; Foreign Material Deposits; Finish Damage - Blue Bird TC/2000 Owner's Manual

FOREIGN MATERIAL DEPOSITS

Calcium chloride and other salts, ice-melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals
from industrial chimneys and other foreign matter may damage vehicle finishes if allowed to remain on
painted surfaces. Prompt washing may not completely remove all of these deposits. Additional cleaners may
be needed. When using chemical cleaners developed for this purpose, be certain they are safe for use on
painted surfaces.

FINISH DAMAGE

Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal will
corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
FLOORS AND FLOORCOVERING
It is imperative that the interior of the bus be kept clean and floorcovering is an important part of this
maintenance. Regular cleaning and care will prolong the life of floorcovering and improve the general ap-
pearance.
Floorcoverings should be swept daily and mopped weekly with a mild detergent and water. Do not use
floor sweeping compounds. Be sure that dirt, pencils, paper etc. that may cause the emergency door to im-
properly seal are removed. Do not use harsh detergents and excessive amounts of water. Do not use a water
hose to wash out the bus, deterioration and damage to the wood floor could occur.
WARNING: Petroleum products, such as oil and grease, quickly deteriorate the floorcovering. These type
products should be removed, as soon as possible.
Continuous care must be exercised in the step well area where foreign objects can create a safety hazard.
Soil and debris cannot be permitted to build up as this not only creates a hazard for passengers but hinders
door operation and door sweeps. Insure that screws for floor trims and aisle trims are seated tightly, so as not
to loosen and create a safety hazard.

ENGINE ACCESS

TCFE
1. Pull out on top portion of release latch to disengage latch mecha-
nism.
2. To open hood, lift handle. The hood is designed with a built in
prop. When hood is opened to it's maximum and lowered, the
prop locks in the open position.
NOTE: A hole is provided in the prop as a safety device. When
the hood is in the opened position a pin should be placed in the
hole to prevent inadvertent unlatching of the prop.
3. To close the hood, remove the pin and lift as to open further, this
disengages the lock and allows the hood to close.
HOOD REMOVAL FOR MECHANIC'S ACCESS
1. Pull out on top portion of release latch to disengage latch mechanism and open hood completely.
2. Using a 1/2-inch socket wrench remove the two (2) flange nuts securing the prop bracket to the hood.
Hold the hood up and allow prop to rest next to engine.
3. Let the hood down, then using two (2) 7/16-inch wrenches, remove hinge pins from hinges located on
top side of hood. This will allow hood to be completely removed.
4. To replace hood, reverse this procedure.
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