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Owner's Manual
Q - BUS

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

Foreword

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedure for reporting vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Blue Bird.

Coach Identification

Details on the vehicle certification plate and its location.

Inspection

Daily Inspection

Procedures for daily checks to ensure safe operation and proper condition.

Weekly Inspection

Operators Compartment

Instrument Panel

Layout and function of the vehicle's instrument panel gauges.

Control Panels

Shifter Panel

Description of the transmission shifter controls and their functions.

Dash Panel

Identification of switches and controls on the driver's dash panel.

Switch Panels

Left Switch Panel

Controls for the left side of the operator's compartment.

Right Switch Panel

Controls for the right side of the operator's compartment.

Heater Control Panel

Steering Adjustment

Destination Signs

Traveler Toilet

Seats & Seat Belts

Drivers Seat Adjustments

Details on the five adjustments available for the driver's seat.

Drivers Seat Belt Operation

How to properly use and adjust the driver's seat belt.

Seat Maintenance

Seat Inspection & Maintenance

Guidelines for maintaining the safety and condition of seats.

Seat Care and Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning and caring for vehicle seats.

Electrical Systems

Light Bulb Data

Interior Lighting and Protection

Interior Strip Lighting

Specifications and details for 12-volt interior strip lighting.

Circuit Breakers

Information on circuit breakers for system protection and access.

Mirrors & Mirror Adjustment

Mirror Defrosting

Emergency Systems

Emergency Equipment

Location and use of safety equipment such as first aid kits and fire extinguishers.

Emergency Exits

Identification and operation of various emergency exit types.

Transpec Safety Vent

Front Access

Body Tie-Down

Towing or Pushing

Bode Doors

Emergency Release Valve

How to manually operate the door system in an emergency.

Door System Operation

Explanation of how the Bode door system functions.

Component Operation

System Installation

Electrical and Pneumatic Connections

Connecting electrical and pneumatic lines for the door system.

Drive Plate Set-Up and Adjustment

Speed and Cushion Adjustment

Mirage Lift

Vehicle Appearance Maintenance

Washing Your Vehicle

Best practices for washing the vehicle to preserve its finish.

Floors and Floorcovering

Maintenance and cleaning of interior floor coverings.

Heaters

General Information

Overview of the heater system's function and components.

Heater Operation

Steps and considerations for operating the heater system effectively.

Control Panel

Identification and function of controls on the heater control panel.

Heating

Heater Access and Filter

Heater Access

How to access heater components for service or cleaning.

Filter

Information about the heater air filter and its maintenance.

Defrosting

Heater Defroster Location

Driver;Passenger Comfort

Heater Bleeding Instructions

Heater Cut Off Valves

Preventive Maintenance

Hoses and Coils

Inspection and maintenance of vehicle hoses and heater coils.

Motors, Fans, and Panels

Maintenance of motors, fans, panels, and housings.

Hose Repair and Service

Hose Repair

Methods for repairing hoses.

Heater Hose Clamp Service

Information on servicing heater hose clamps.

Heater Motor Resistors

Windows and Windshields

Windshield Glass Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing windshield glass.

Transit Window Maintenance

Windshield Wipers

Wiper System Components

Details on wiper arm, washer reservoir, and assembly replacement.

Wiper Refill Replacement

Tires, Wheels & Rims

Damaged Tires

Precautions to take if a tire is damaged or appears unsafe.

Wheel and Rim Safety

Essential safety practices for handling wheels and rims.

Kneeling Feature

Engine Compartment

Engine Compartment Instrument Panel

Details of the instrument panel located within the engine compartment.

Engine Operating Instructions

Guidelines for safely operating the vehicle's engine.

Engine Exhaust Gas Caution

Warning regarding the dangers of carbon monoxide from exhaust fumes.

Diesel Engine Starting Procedure

Starting with Boost Cables

Starting the Engine from the Rear of the Bus

Using Engine as a Brake

Engine Warning System

Antifreeze

Fuel & Lubricant Requirements

Recommended Lubricant

Specific lubricant recommendations for various vehicle components.

Compressed Natural Gas

Owner; Operator Responsibilities

Key responsibilities for owners and operators of CNG vehicles.

Code of Federal Regulations #49 states

Fuel System Description

Safety Cautions & Warnings

Compressed Natural Gas Fuel

Compressed Natural Gas Filters

Fuel Composition

Refueling

Fuel Toxicity and Safety

Flammability

Antiknock Properties

Vehicle Performance and Emissions

Starting Procedure

Operation & Maintenance of Vehicle Components

Maintenance

CNG Cylinders

Requirements for periodic recertification of CNG cylinders.

Oil Changes

Recommendations for changing engine oil in NGV vehicles.

Allison Automatic Transmission

AT 545 & MT 643

Specifics for the AT 545 and MT 643 transmission models.

Allison Transmission Cable Adjustments

Procedure for adjusting the transmission shift cable.

Driving Tips

Downshift Control AT 545 & MT 643

How to control downshifts in AT 545 and MT 643 transmissions.

Transmission Oil Temperature

Monitoring and managing transmission oil temperature.

MD3060 World Transmission

MD3060 Gear Selection

Understanding and using the gear selection features of the MD3060.

Air Brakes

Air Brake Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting the air brake system.

Draining Air Tanks

Daily procedure for draining condensation from air tanks.

Parking

Instructions for applying the parking brake.

MGM Service and Parking Brake

Door;Brake Interlock

Principles of Operation

How the door/brake interlock system operates.

Lock System

Details on the supplemental lock system feature.

Hydraulic System-Troubleshooting

Cooling System

QBRE Pitman Arm

Front Axle Stop and Steering Gear Automatic Poppet Adjustments

Wheelbearing Adjustment

Spicer Front Axle

Specific wheel bearing adjustment for Spicer front axles.

Spicer Rear Axle

Specific wheel bearing adjustment for Spicer rear axles.

Rear Axle Vent

Reyco Air Suspension Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Monthly or 1,000 Miles

Maintenance tasks to be performed monthly or every 1,000 miles.

Monthly or 3,000 Miles

Maintenance tasks to be performed monthly or every 3,000 miles.

3 Months or 5,000 Miles

Maintenance tasks for every 3 months or 5,000 miles.

3 Months or 24,000 Miles

6 Months or 6,000 Miles

12 Months or 12,000 Miles

12 Months or 24,000 Miles

24 Months or 24,000 Miles

Maintenance Service Keys

Quick Reference Maintenance Charts

Suspension Maintenance Chart

Maintenance schedule specifically for vehicle suspension systems.

Brake Maintenance Chart

Axle Maintenance Chart

Chassis Component Maintenance Chart

Body Component Maintenance Chart

General Data

Dimensions

Key exterior and interior dimensions of the vehicle.

Fluid Capacities

Capacities for engine oil, coolant, and transmission fluid.

Engine Oil Pressure

Engine oil pressure specifications for different engines.

Blue Bird Q - BUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBlue Bird
ModelQ - BUS
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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