PREVOST X3-45 Multiplex User Manual

Troubleshooting
34 Instructions on Design, Operation, Maintenance and Inspection
VIII. Troubleshooting
1 Troubleshooting on the steering system, incl. checking the hydraulic functions
1.1 Checking the play of the input shaft bearing in the steering column
B
y moving (shaking) the steering wheel sideward to and fro, check whether there is any play.
If so, replace or repair the steering column/the bearing.
1.2 Checking the universal joint, the telescopic shaft and the bevel box for
angular play or stiff operation
If play (can be identified by the noticeable rattling noise occurring when the steering wheel
is turned to and fro) or stiff operation are ascertained, replace the defective components.
1.3 Checking for leakage
 Start the engine.
 Check whether all screwed connections, lines and sealing elements of the complete steering
system (bevel box, steering gear, pump and steering cylinder) are leakproof.
 Check all hoses and lines, protecting caps and bellows for possible traces of chafing and
embrittlement cracks.
 Switch the engine off.
Attention:
When you replace hose lines or parts with externally visible damages such as for instance cracks,
only use spare parts that are pressure-tested and released by the vehicle manufacturer.

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