PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER User Manual

SECTION 18: BODY
56
DOB 1300-1556 | X3-45 Commuter PA-1648 Maintenance Manual First release Oct 2020
FIGURE 105: FRONT LATCH STRICKING POSITION
24. Adjust the front striking plate so that there is
slight play with the latch once the door is
closed and pressed against the rubber
stops.
FIGURE 106: FRONT LATCH
10.4.3 Engine Radiator Door
Radiator door may be adjusted for proper fit by
untightening hinge bolts:
1. Loosen the bolts, (“A” & “C”, Figure 108)
holding the hinge to the vehicle structure to
shift the door "LEFT or RIGHT".
2. Loosening the bolts (“B” and “D”, Figure 108)
allows the door to be shifted "UP or DOWN".
FIGURE 107: RADIATOR DOOR
3. Adjust the door position depending on the
gap needed between exterior finishing
panels.
4. Tighten the bolts
Torque : 68 lb-in (8 Nm)
5. Check that the door swings freely and closes
properly. It may be necessary to adjust the
door latch tab to get proper fit and operation.
To adjust the latch mechanism (“E” and “G”,
Figure 108) and the striker pin:
1. Open the door and slightly loosen the latch
tab (“E”, Figure 108).
2. Place shims between tab and door frame to
increase tab engagement length in the latch.
3. Move tab left or right to increase
engagement depth in the latch.
4. Check door fit and operation.

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