Care and Maintenance
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5. If necessary, add MOBIL SHC 630 synthetic
lubricant (Prevost #180217), through the
plug or the oil dipstick tube, until the level
reaches the "FULL" mark;
6. Reinsert the dipstick;
7. Place engine rear start switch to NORMAL
position. Set battery master switch to ON
position;
8. Close engine compartment doors.
DRIVE AXLE WHEEL BEARING OIL LEVEL
Drive axle wheel bearings are lubricated by the
differential oil. Maintain differential oil at correct
level to ensure adequate lubrication of drive axle
wheel bearings at all times.
FRONT AND TAG AXLE WHEEL HUBS
The unitized hub bearings used on the NDS
range of axles, are non-serviceable items.
Bearings are pre-adjusted, lubricated and have
seals fitted as part of the manufacturing process.
The bearings are greased for life and there is no
need or facility for re-lubrication.
COOLANT FLUID LEVEL
Coolant level is correct when coolant is visible
through the surge tank sight glass when cold. If
coolant level is low, fill system with the same 50-
50 mixture normally used.
COOLANT LEVEL SIGHT GLASS 05094
WARNING
Hot engine coolant is under high pressure.
Allow engine to cool down before adding
coolant.
WINDSHIELD WASHER & HEADLIGHTS
WASHER RESERVOIRS
The windshield washer reservoir and headlights
washer reservoir are located in the front service
compartment door. The windshield washer
reservoir has a capacity of 5.3 US gallons (20
liters) while the headlights washer reservoir has
a capacity of 2.6 US gallons (10 liters). Check
fluid level regularly.
WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR 18619
The windshield spray jets are located on the
windshield wipers and are angled to spray
towards the center of the windshield.
Adjust the headlights washer nozzles according
to the instructions found in section 23 of the
maintenance manual. You may use water or
windshield washer fluid as well.
CAUTION
During cold weather days, use windshield
washer fluid suitable for freezing temperature
only.
OTHER VERIFICATIONS
It is good practice to regularly inspect the
vehicle for signs of component wear and to
perform safety and maintenance routines.
AIR TANK PURGE
The vehicle may be equipped with up to six air
tanks. Purge accessory and wet air tanks before
each trip. The primary and secondary air tanks
must be purged at every oil change. Oil changes
should be scheduled at least every 12,500 miles
(20 000 km).
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