PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER User Manual

SECTION 14: STEERING
DOB 1300-1556 | X3-45 Commuter PA-1648 Maintenance Manual First release Oct 2020
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4. Check fluid level through the clear bowl and
compare with the MIN & MAX marking
affixed on the bowl.
5. Remove the breather cap and top up level to
"MAX" mark.
6. Reinstall the breather cap.
FIGURE 24: POWER STEERING TANK LEVEL GAUGE
MAINTENANCE
At
regular intervals, fluid level should be
checked in the tank
and filter assembly.
Furthermore, the oil filter element in the power
steering tank should be replaced at the
intervals specified by the Lubrication And
Servicing Schedule in Section 24A:
LUBRICATION & SERVICING.
13.3.2 Filter Element Replacement
NOTE
Note: Before taking the power steering fluid
tank cover off, thoroughly clean the tank and
caps to prevent the ingress of impurities into
the hydraulic fluid.
FIGURE 25: HOSE CLAMPS
FIGURE 26: FILTER REMOVAL
1. Remove the cap
2. Prepare an appropriate container.
3. Disconnect the larger suction hose first.
4. Disconnect the inlet hose.
5. Drain all fluid from the tank.
6. Press down and unscrew the filter.
7. Lift up the old filter and keep one finger
under the filter's center hole, to prevent the
impurities from the filter from entering the oil
tank.
8. Drain any remaining oil.
9. Clean tank.
10. Transfer the screw to the new filter and insert
it into the oil tank.
11. Check that the filter is positioned correctly
and is locked in place securely.

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