FSB 891-016

Field S erv ic e B ulletin
Tr u c k s
Vo l v o Tru c k s N o r t h A m e r i c a
Greensboro, NC USA
Date
Group
11.2012
No.
Release
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Sun Visor Cracking
(With Roof Air Fairing)
VN
FS B 891-016, S un Vis or Crac k ing (Wi th Roof A i r
Fairing)
(N ov emb er 2 012)
Certain VN model trucks with roof fairings and exterior sun visors, may experience issues
with the visor cracking at the two center mounts. To prevent cracking, a new bracket has been
developed. To install the new bracket, follow the procedure outlined in this document.
R eq ui red P a rt s
1 – 85135797, Kit
K it Contents :
2 - 984735, Flange Screw
2 - 994861, Washer
2 - 3082729, Retainer
2 - 84030589, Bracket
2 - 82733235, Bracket
N o t e : Information is subject to change without notice.
Illustrations are used for reference only and may differ slightly from the actual vehicle being
serviced. However, key components addressed in this information are represented as
accurately as possible.
Service personnel: Please circulate, read and initial
Service
Manager
Wa r r a n t y
Admini strator
P V 7 2 9 - FSB891-016
Wo r k s h o p
Foreman
S e r v i c e Te c h n i c i a n s
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Field Service Bulletin
Date
11.2012
Group
No.
Release
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016
01
P roc edu re
You must read and understand the precautions and guidelines in Service Information,
group 80, "General Safety Practices, Cab" before performing this procedure. If you are not
properly trained and certified in this procedure, ask your supervisor for training before you
perform it.
DANGER
Before working on a vehicle, set the parking brakes, place the transmission in neutral, and
block the wheels. Failure to do so can result in unexpected vehicle movement and can
cause serious personal injury or death.
DANGER
Do not attempt to repair or service a vehicle without the proper training, tools and service
information. Failure to do so may result in component damage, serious injury or death.
DANGER
Scaffolding or other suitable work platform must be used when performing this procedure.
Failure to do so may result in a fall causing serious injury or death
N o t e : Assistance is required to complete this procedure properly.
1 Secure the vehicle for service by parking it on a flat level surface, applying the parking
brake, chocking the rear wheel, and placing the transmission in neutral.
2 Disconnect all cables from the negative (ground) battery terminals to prevent personal
injury from electrical shock and prevent damage to electrical components.
3 Open the hood.
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4 Remove the fasteners securing the sun visor to the roof.
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5 If applicable, disconnect the sun visor marker lights connector. Using assistance move the
sun visor to a suitable location.
6 Inspect the sun visor for any cracking at the two center mounting locations. If cracks are
found replace the sun visor.
7 From each center sun visor bracket remove the lower bracket fasteners.
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8 Install the sun visor stiffing bracket (part number 82733235) where the two center
mounting locations fasteners were removed. Torque fasteners to 20 ± 4 Nm (15 ± 3 ft-lb).
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9 On the top of the center mounting bracket, install the upper sun visor stiffing bracket.
Secure the bracket with a retainer.
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1 – Retainer (Part Number 3082729)
2 – Bracket (Part Number 84030589)
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10 Using a drill with a 10 mm drill bit, drill a hole into the sun visor support. Molded into the
sun visor support is a small triangle. Use this triangle as a locating feature for drilling the
hole.
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11 Position the sun visor into position. Connect the sun visor marker light harness.
N o t e : If equipped, push excess wiring into the visor using care to ensure wiring is not
damaged during installation.
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12 Install the sun visor. Torque the visor mounting fasteners to 14 ± 2 Nm (10 ± 1.50 ft-lb).
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1 – Flange Screw, Part Number 984735
2 – Washer, Part Number 994861
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1 Reconnect all previously removed cables to the negative (ground) battery terminals.
2 Check the operation of the sun visor lights.
3 Close the hood.
R ei mbu rs ement
Thi s repai r may be el igi bl e for rei mbu rs ement i f a produ c t fa il ure w as e x pe rien c ed
w i t h i n t i m e a n d m i l e a g e l i m i t s o f t h e a p p l i c a b l e Wa r r a n t y c o v e r a g e . R e i m b u r s e m e n t
is obta ine d v i a the no rmal c l aim handl i ng proc es s .
C l a i m Ty p e ( u s e d o n l y w h e n u p l o a d i n g f r o m t h e D e a l e r B u s .
Sys.)
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Labor Code
P ri mary Labor C od e
89133–0–02 —
0.4 hrs.
Caus al P art
82352966
Volvo Trucks North America engages in a continuous program of testing and evaluating to
provide the best possible product. Volvo Trucks North America, however, is not committed to,
or liable for updating existing chassis.
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