PREVOST X3-45 Multiplex User Manual

Section 05: COOLING SYSTEM
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2. Remove and discard the filter. Recover the
coolant remaining in the filter with a suitable
container.
3. Clean the filter adapter with a clean, lint-free
cloth.
4. Coat surface of gasket with clean antifreeze,
tighten 2/3 to 1 turn after gasket makes
contact with head.
5. Open the two filter shutoff cocks.
6. Start engine and check for leaks.
CAUTION
Do not exceed recommended service
intervals.
MAINTENANCE
DETROIT DIESEL S60 ENGINE
The precharge element filter lasts for 12,500
miles (20 000 km) or one year, whichever
comes first. Replace the precharge element
filter with a maintenance element filter, which
lasts for 200,000 miles (320 000 km) or two
years, whichever comes first. Each time the
coolant is renewed, a precharge element filter
must be installed before installing a
maintenance element filter.
PRECHARGE ELEMENT FILTER
Prevost number: 550629
MAINTENANCE ELEMENT FILTER
Prevost number: 550630
CORROSION INHIBITOR & COOLANT
STABILIZER
Make: Detroit Diesel Number: 23507857
Make: Nalco Number: DD3000-15
FIGURE 17: COOLANT FILTER (VOLVO D13) 05145
MAINTENANCE
VOLVO D13 ENGINE
Replace the coolant filter cartridge after
150,000 miles (240 000 km) or one year to
prevent external rust damage to the filter
walls. Do not use a coolant filter containing
Supplemental Coolant Additives (SCA).
Coolant filter cartridge (Volvo D13):
#20458771
10. RADIATOR
The radiator is mounted on the L.H. side of
engine compartment. It is designed to reduce
the temperature of the coolant under all
operating conditions. It is essential that the
radiator core be kept clean and free from
corrosion and scale at all times.
10.1 MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Inspect the exterior of the radiator core every
25,000 miles (40 000 km) or once a year,
whichever comes first. Clean with a quality
grease solvent, such as a mineral spirits and
dry with compressed air. Do not use fuel oil,
kerosene, gasoline, or any caustic material. It
may be necessary to clean the radiator more
frequently if the vehicle is operated in
extremely dusty or dirty areas. Refer to
coolant system flushing and reverse flushing
in this section for maintenance of radiator
interior.
FIGURE 18: RADIATOR DRAIN PLUG 05139

PREVOST X3-45 Multiplex Specifications

General

Length	45 ft
Width	102 in
Engine	Volvo D13
Horsepower	500 hp
GVWR	54, 000 lbs
Height	146 in
Sleeping Capacity	Varies based on floor plan
Water Capacity	Varies based on floor plan