PREVOST H3-45 - Coolant Fluid Level; Windshield Washer & Headlights Washer Reservoirs; Other Verifications; Electric Cooling Fans

Care and Maintenance 8-11
PA-1628Operator's ManualH3-45 COACH
greased for life and there is no need or facility for re-
lubrication.
COOLANT FLUID LEVEL
Coolant level is correct when coolant reaches the
middle of the surge tank sight glass when cold
(ambient temperature). Fill the tank as necessary
with the same 50/50 water- antifreeze mixture
normally used. Do not mix two different types of
coolant. Refer to the Maintenance Manual for proper
coolant type specifications or see the label affixed
near the coolant surge tank on the vehicle.
CAUTION
On Volvo D13 engine, use only Extended Life
Coolant (ELC). Do not add supplemental coolant
additives (SCA) to extended life coolant. Do not
use a coolant filter containing Supplemental
Coolant Additives (SCA).
SURGE TANK IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Hot engine coolant is under high pressure. Allow
engine to cool down before adding coolant.
WINDSHIELD WASHER & HEADLIGHTS
WASHER RESERVOIRS
The windshield washer reservoir and headlights
washer reservoir are located in the front service
compartment door. The windshield washer reservoir
has a capacity of 5.3 US gallons (20 liters) while the
headlights washer reservoir has a capacity of 2.6 US
gallons (10 liters). Check fluid level regularly.
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR (H3 SERIES)
The windshield spray jets are located on the
windshield wipers and are angled to spray towards
the center of the windshield.
Adjust the headlights washer nozzles according to
the instructions found in section 23 of the
maintenance manual. You may use water or
windshield washer fluid as well.
CAUTION
During cold weather days, use windshield washer
fluid suitable for freezing temperature.
OTHER VERIFICATIONS
It is good practice to regularly inspect the vehicle for
signs of component wear and to perform safety and
maintenance routines.
ELECTRIC COOLING FANS
Inspect fan blades regularly, check for dirt or grime
accumulations on the blade that could cause
vibrations, clean as necessary using water and
regular strength degreaser:
Check for cracks and signs of abrasion on the blades
that could indicate contact with debris or obstruction
during operation;
Check the bottom of the shroud cover and remove
debris that could have accumulated. In sub- zero
winter area, also check for snow and ice