CARE AND MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL
Preliminary oil change is not required since the
engine has been test-run at the factory. Change
oil and filter every 12,500 miles (20 000 km) or
once a year, whichever comes first.
ALLISON TRANSMISSION FLUID FILTER
Replace World transmission filter cartridges after
the first 5,000 miles (8 000 km) and then
according to the lubrication schedule at the end
of this chapter.
COOLANT SYSTEM STRAINER
The coolant system strainer is designed to
recover the soldering residues trapped inside the
coolant lines during their initial assembly. Clean
strainer after first 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
then every 50,000 miles (80 000 km). Refer to
the Maintenance Manual under section 05:
Cooling System.
Note: If soldering has been performed on
cooling system, clean strainer after 3,000 miles
(5 000 km).
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
• Understand basic principles of vehicle
operation;
• Always maintain the vehicle in good running
condition;
• Do not drive with low fuel. If the fuel tank
runs dry, the engine will not start until the air
is bled from the fuel system. Refer to
"Maintenance Manual" for more information;
• Allow engine to run for at least two minutes
at slow idle before shutting OFF;
• Engine should be at idle when shifting from
neutral (N) to forward (D) or from neutral (N)
to reverse (R);
Caution: Fast idle should always be turned off
before releasing the parking brake and putting
the coach in gear. Driveline damage can result if
the fast idle switch is always left on.
• The automatic transmission does not have a
park (P) position. Place transmission in
neutral (N) position and apply parking brake
when the vehicle is stopped. A warning
buzzer will sound if the engine is stopped
and the parking brake has not been applied
when foot pressure is removed from the
brake pedal;
• Always follow the procedures described in
this manual;
• Unless stated otherwise, shut off the engine
before performing all servicing, lubrication
and maintenance tasks;
• Do not attempt to push or pull-start the
coach;
• Damage may result if towed with the axle
shafts or driveshaft connected;
• Two chemical fire extinguishers are under
the first row of passenger seats. In case of
fire, immediately evacuate all occupants.
Occupant safety is the first priority. Do not
attempt to extinguish the fire if there is
immediate danger or risk for personal injury;
• When driving on ice and snow, accelerate
and decelerate gradually;
Warning: Report all problems affecting
passenger or driver safety to a Prevost service
center or an authorized service center. Have
problems corrected immediately.
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