PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER User Manual

SECTION 14: STEERING
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DOB 1300-1556 | X3-45 Commuter PA-1648 Maintenance Manual First release Oct 2020
7 STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL
To disassemble the steering column from
system, refer to Figure 8 & Figure 9. The
steering column has no lubrication points. The
lower steering column U-joint is easily accessible
through the front service compartment. The
upper steering column U-joint and the steering
slip joint are accessible from the front driver's
area. To access these joints, proceed as follows:
FIGURE 8: STEERING COLUMN
1. From the front driver's compartment area,
remove the three plastic fasteners on
steering column lower cover. Remove the
lower cover (Figure 9).
2. Unscrew the four retaining screws on
steering column middle cover.
3. Unscrew the four retaining screws fixing
steering column upper cover to middle
cover. Remove the steering column middle
and upper covers.
4. Position the steering wheel in order to gain
access to the joints.
FIGURE 9: STEERING COLUMN COVERS

PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER Specifications

General

Engine	Volvo D13
Transmission	Allison B500
Fuel Type	Diesel
Length	45 ft (13.7 m)
Width	102 in (2.6 m)
Horsepower	500 hp
GVWR	54, 000 lbs
Height	141 in