PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER User Manual

SECTION 18: BODY
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DOB 1300-1556 | X3-45 Commuter PA-1648 Maintenance Manual First release Oct 2020
12.3 TARABUS FLOOR COVERING REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
The vehicle is equipped with “Tarabus” covering. It is possible to replace or repair this covering. The
purpose of this paragraph is to explain the steps to be followed to ensure the best results and adherence.
MATERIAL
Part No Description Qty
680028 Adhesive, Tarabus Floor Covering (White) A/R
684655 Adhesive, Contact (3M) 3.8L
684654 Adhesive, Contact (3M) 18.9L
680532 Sikaflex 221 Gray A/R
NOTE
Material can be obtained through regular channels.
1. Remove number of passenger seats required to perform repair.
2. Cut and remove damaged section of floor covering.
NOTE
It would be preferable to cut under two rows of seats so that repair is not as noticeable.
3. Clean plywood using a scraper.
NOTE
Make sure that no staples are sticking out beyond the surface. Adjacent plywood sheets must be
leveled.
4. Fill up holes and imperfections using MAPI PRP 110 then sand.
5. Remove dirt and adhesive residue.
CAUTION
Do not leave floor covering folded down except temporarily during installation.
6. Apply floor covering adhesive (680028) onto plywood using a serrated spreader with 1/8-inch
serration. If required, apply contact adhesive (3M) (684655 or 684654) onto aluminum molding and
also onto section of floor covering, which will be in contact with molding (refer to Figure 166).
NOTE
Allow adhesive to dry (3 to 5 minutes).
7. Compress floor covering using a roller so as to remove any trapped air bubble.
8. Apply Sikaflex 221 gray sealant (680532) alongside passenger seat fixing tracks (refer to Figure 167).

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