IC Bus CE Series - Economy Mode; Automatic Transmission Operating Temperatures

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Operation

EconomyMode

TheEconomymodeprovidesatransmissionshiftschedulefor

improvedfueleconomy.T oactivatethismode,switchtheECON

/ONswitch,ontherightswitchpanel,totheONposition.When

intheONpositiontheswitchindicatorwillbeturnedon.

AutomaticTransmissionOperatingTemperatures

Yourvehiclemaybeequippedwithawarningindicatororgauge

thatwillindicatehightransmissionuidtemperatures.

Thesump/uidreservoirtemperaturesoftheAllison

Transmissionsshouldnotexceed250°F(120°C)

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Table of Contents5
Cautions / Warnings / Notes13
Preface13
Section 1 - Introduction13
Vehicle Identification13
Assistance Guide14
Component Code Numbers14
Line Set Ticket14
Vehicle Storage Instructions14
- Storage Duration - One Month or Less15
- Storage Duration-Over One Month15
Reporting Safety Defects16
- U.S. Registered Vehicles16
- Canadian Registered Vehicles16
Emission Control Systems17
- HD-OBD Foreword17
- Warranty17
- Supplemental Federal Emission Control System18
Safety Recalls and Authorized Field Changes17
Introduction19
Inspection Check Lists25
- Exterior Checks25
- Front Suspension27
- Brakes27
- Underhood and Fluid Checks28
- Interior Visual and Operational Checks30
- Integrated Air Conditioning System (IC Air)32
- Emergency Exits and Equipment33
- Propane Autogas System Inspection34
- Section 3 - Instrumentation35
Instrument Panel Gauge Cluster35
- Warning Indicators36
- Instrument Panel Gauge Cluster38
- Direct Drive Warning Indicators39
- Integral Digital Display40
- Integral Digital Display Detailed Information42
- Outside Temperature and Compass Displays (Optional)49
- Outside Temperature Reading50
- Optional Instrument Panel Gauge Cluster Compass51
- Calibration Procedure51
- Compass Declination Zone Set Procedure51
- Compass Directional Calibration Procedure54
- User Switches56
- Instrument Panel Gauge Audible Alarms57
- Section 4 - Driver Controls59
Windshield Wiper / Washer System59
- Wiper Blade Speed59
- Windshield Wiper Speed Control59
- Windshield Washer59
Steering Wheel and Column60
- Steering Wheel Controls60
- Steering Wheel Controls61
- Horn61
- Adjustable Tilt or Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column62
Turn Signal60
Left Console Switch Panel63
- Rocker Switches and Their Functions63
- Power Outlet66
Transmission, Parking Brake, and Ignition Switch Panel66
Right Console Switch Panel69
- Rocker Switches and Their Functions69
Cruise Control72
- Operation72
Mirror Adjustment72
- Section 5 - Lights75
Headlight Switch and Panel Lighting Control75
- Headlight Switch75
- Automatic Headlights75
- Panel Lighting Control76
Hazard Warning Light Switch76
Interior (Dome) Lights76
Turn Signal Switch76
- Signaling for a Turn76
- Lane Change77
- HI / lo Beam77
Exterior Lamp Check78
- Switch Location78
- Function78
- Activation78
- Deactivation78
- Section 6 - Passenger Control79
Strobe Light78
Door Opening / Closing79
- Opening / Closing79
- Two-Position Door Switch80
- Three-Position Door Switch80
Opening the Entrance Door81
- Opening the Entrance Door Manually81
- Electric-Actuated Door81
- Air-Actuated Door81
Traffic Warning System81
- Electronic Safety Messages81
- Eight-Lamp AMBER and RED Warning Lights82
- Optional Rocker Switches82
- WIG WAG Warning System83
Crossing Gate84
Flashing Stop Arm84
Audible Warning Buzzer85
Driver Visual Warning Lights and Indicators85
Post-Trip Inspection (no Student Left Behind)85
- System Purpose85
- System Function85
- System Activation85
- System Deactivation86
- Snooze Mode86
Wheelchair Lift Operation87
- Wheelchair Lift Interlocks - Extending87
- Wheelchair Lift Interlocks - Retracting and Stowing87
- Wheelchair Lift Alarm88
Emergency Exits89
- Emergency Door89
- Emergency Exit Windows90
- Vertical Emergency Exit Window90
- Roof Vent / Hatch90
- Section 7 - Seating and Safety Restraints91
Driver Seat Adjustment91
- Seat Height Adjustment92
Optional Air Suspension Seat93
Driver Seat Belts94
Driver's Adjustable Lap and Shoulder (Three-Point) Belt94
Seat Belt Tether95
- Tether Adjuster Procedure95
Adjusting the Length of the Tether96
Care of Seat Belts96
- Inspection of Seat Belts97
Passenger Seat Belts97
- Passenger Two-Point Seat Belt (Lap Belts)98
- Passenger Three-Point Seat Belts (Optional)98
- Buckling up98
- Unbuckling99
- 39 Inch Flex Seat100
- Integrated Child Restraint Seats (Optional)100
- CE White Integrated Child Restraint Seats (Optional)104
- Child Restraint Anchorage Systems (Optional)105
- Location and Use of Lower LATCH Anchors106
- Location of the Tether Anchor (Optional)106
- IMMI Seats Tether Installation107
- Location and Use of Tether Anchors (BTI Bus Seats)107
- Installing Tether108
- Location and Use of Tether Anchors109
- Xchange Bus Seats)109
- Cushion Release Latch110
Seat Belt Cutter97
Track Seat Mounting Seat Type Specific111
- Section 8 - Climate Controls115
Heater System115
- Driver Heater115
- Auxiliary Heaters116
Defrost Operating Instructions116
Integrated Air Conditioning System (IC Air)116
Circulation Fans117
Heater Booster Pump118
Heater Cut-Off Valve118
- Section 9 - Operation119
Starting Procedures119
- Preparing the Fuel System119
- Automatic Transmission Starter Interlock120
- Starting the Engine120
Engine Features121
Fuel122
- Fuel and Blends122
- Unacceptable Fuel and Blends122
- Fueling Precautions123
- Fueling Procedures124
Cold Weather Operation125
- Instructions125
Emergencies While Filling with Propane Autogas125
Restarting after Running out of Fuel125
Brakes126
- Downhill Operation126
- Hydraulic Brakes127
- Using the Full Power Brake System127
- Split-System Feature128
- Warning Indicators128
- Power Parking Brake System129
- Air Brakes130
- Air Disc Brakes131
- 0004Wez)131
- Using Air Brakes131
- Using the Air Parking Brake131
- Parking Brake Indicator Light133
- Parking Brake / Wheelchair Lift Interlock and Alarm133
- Wheelchair Lift Extension Operation133
- Parking Brake / Wheelchair Lift Interlock134
- Retracting and Stowing Operation134
- Parking Brake / Wheelchair Lift (Optional) Alarm134
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)134
- Antilock Driving Tips135
- ABS Self-Check136
- Pedal Adjustment137
Hot Weather Operation126
Turning off the Engine126
Traction Control (if Equipped)137
Equipped)138
International Ride Optimized Suspension (IROS)138
Automatic Transmission Operation139
- Standard Allison 1000 PTS Transmission139
- Allison Transmission Mechanical Lever Shifters140
- Allison Generation IV Push-Button Shift Selector140
- Parking the Vehicle141
- Parking the Bus with Transmission Shift141
- Wheelchair Lift Interlocks141
- Wheelchair Lift Extension Operation141
- Starting Bus in Motion142
- Starting Bus in Motion with Transmission Shift142
- Wheelchair Lift Interlocks142
- Retracting and Stowing Operation142
- Backup Alarms142
- Economy Mode143
- Automatic Transmission Operating Temperatures143
- Section 10 - Roadside Emergencies145
Emergency Equipment (Recommended On-Board)145
- Fire Extinguisher145
- First Aid Kit146
- Body Fluid Cleanup Kit146
- Reflective Triangle146
Hazard Warning Switch145
Fuse / Circuit Breaker Charts147
- Body Fuse / Circuit Breaker Panel151
- Tilt Hood155
- Raising the Hood155
- Lowering the Hood156
- Emergency Starting Using Jumper Cables156
Propane Autogas Fuel System Related Emergencies147
- First Respondent and Operator Warning147
Towing Instructions157
- Towing Preparation: Air Parking Brakes159
- Towing Preparation: Hydraulic-Powered Parking159
- Brakes159
- Towing Vehicle with Front Wheels Suspended160
- Towing Vehicles with Rear Wheels Suspended160
- Section 11 - Cleaning161
Surface Cleaning161
- General Cleaning, All Surface Types161
- ABS / Plastic162
- Glass162
Interior162
- Interior Light Bar Cleaning162
- Upholstery Care162
- Flooring163
Exterior163
- Waxing or Polishing Vehicles164
- Crossing Arm Cleaning164
- Section 12 - Maintenance165
Maintenance Guidelines165
Preface165
Chassis Lubrication167
Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections167
Supporting Your Vehicle for Service167
Engine Compartment Fluid Check Points168
Air-Operated Passenger Door Adjustments169
- Door Opening and Closing Speed Adjustment Points169
- Pressure Regulator Adjustment169
- Opening Speed Adjustment170
- Closing Speed Adjustment170
- Electrically Actuated Entrance Door Adjustment170
Axles170
- Front Axle - Inspection and Lubrication170
- Front Axle - Normal Maintenance171
- Front Axle - Alignment171
- Rear Axle - Inspection and Lubrication171
- Body172
Brakes172
- General Information172
- Air Brakes173
- Brake Inspection and Adjustment173
- Air Dryer175
- Air Dryer Desiccant Replacement175
- Air Dryer Purge Valve175
- Air Dryer Heater175
- Air Reservoir / Tanks Moisture Draining175
- ABS Connections and Sensors176
- Hydraulic Full Power Brakes176
- Brake Inspection and Adjustment176
- Brake Fluid Level176
- Fluid Precautions177
- Brake Lines, Hoses, and Fittings177
- Hydraulic Brake Fluid Accumulators177
- ABS Connections and Sensors177
- Chassis Inspection177
Electrical178
- Alternator-Starter-Battery Test178
- Terminal Inspection-Cleaning-Corrosion Protection178
- Accessory Feed Connections178
Engine178
- General178
- PSI 8.8L LPG Engine179
- Scheduled Maintenance179
- Air Induction System179
- Air Cleaner Element Service180
- Air Restriction Gauge Service180
- Chassis-Mounted Charge Air Cooler and Radiator182
- Core Inspection and Cleaning182
- Cooling System183
- Gravity-Fill Coolant Method (PSI 8.8L LPG Engine)183
- Filling Instructions183
- Coolant Concentration184
- Contamination of Coolant185
- Fan Clutch185
- Replacement Guide185
- Engine Oil186
- SAE Oil Viscosity Grades186
- Fuel System186
- Heater System187
- Integrated Air Conditioning (IC Air) System187
- Drive Shaft187
- Suspension (Air and Steel Springs)188
- Frame and Optional Tow Hooks188
Steering189
- General189
- Tightening Steering Intermediate Shaft Joint Bolts189
- Lubrication Points189
- Power Steering190
- Transmission191
- Transmission Fluid Level191
Tires192
- Tire Warnings192
- Tire Maintenance193
- Checking Inflation193
- Underinflation194
- Inspection194
- Loads194
- Dual Tires Matching195
- Dual Tires Mixing195
- Rotation195
- Rotation Is Advisable195
- Tire Replacement195
- Wheel and Tire Balancing196
- Wear196
- Irregular Wear196
- Use of Tire Chains196
Wheels197
- Wheel and Wheel Nut Maintenance and Installation197
- Wheel Nut Torque Maintenance198
- Hub-Piloted Wheel Installation Procedures198
Windshield Wiper199
- Wiper Blade Assembly Replacement199
Wiper Arm Removal / Replacement200
- Removal200
- Installation200
- Maintenance Intervals201
Unit Refill Capacities212
- Air Conditioner Refrigerant212
- Cooling System Refill Capacities212
- Engine Crankcase212
- Full Power Brakes - Brake Fluid212
- Rear - Axle212
- Power Steering System212
- Transmission213
Tire and Rim Combinations214
Lubricant and Sealer Specifications215
Torque Specification Charts222
Filter List224
- Section 13 - Customer Assistance225
Navistar, Inc., Warranty Program225
Service Information225

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