FSB 874-053
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: FSB 874-053
Climate unit noise reduction
- 9999 -
Models from 9999
9999 VOLVO VAH |
9999 VOLVO VHD |
9999 VOLVO VN |
9999 VOLVO VT |
Field Service Bulletin Trucks Volvo Trucks North America Greensboro, NC USA Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 Page 1(10) Climate Unit Reduction VN, VHD, VAH, VT FSB 874-053, Climate Unit Noise Reduction (May 2013) To address concerns of a whistling noise coming from the main climate unit, when the fan speed is set to the second position, follow the procedure outlined in this document. Required Parts 1 – Permatex Black Silicone Adhesive Sealant VOLVO recommends using Permatex Black Silicone Adhesive Sealant (part number 81173, 12.9 oz cartridge, 81158 3 oz tube ) for sealing Please visit www.permatex.com for retailers, MSDS information and Technical Data Sheet. Note: Information is subject to change without notice. Illustrations are used for reference only and can 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 Warranty Administrator PV729-FSB874-053 Workshop Foreman Service Technicians USA57858 Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 Procedure You must read and understand the precautions and guidelines in Service Information, Function Group 8, “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 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. 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 To avoid damage, cover the dash panel area. 4 Remove the center tray/cup holder. Note: Remove the fastener located under the cup holder. Page 2(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 5 Remove the cover over the fastener securing the grab handle. Remove the grab handle. T8009794 6 Remove the covering over the right side dash speaker. Unplug and remove the speaker. Page 3(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 7 Remove the upper dash panel fastener. T8009794 8 Remove the door threshold plate. 9 To access the right dash panel, remove the floor covering. 10 Remove the lower fasteners securing the dash panel. 11 Remove the right side dash panel. Group No. Release 874 053 01 Page 4(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 12 Remove the clips securing the HVAC blower motor cover. W8081178 13 Pull the HVAC blower motor from the housing. Note: Do not disconnect the blower motor. Page 5(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 14 Apply a liberal amount of Permatex Black Silicone Adhesive Sealant to seal the highlighted holes in the blower motor housing. W8080541 Page 6(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 15 Install the blower motor into the HVAC housing. T8008791 16 Using clips Install the HVAC blower motor housing cover. 17 Carefully remove the ventilation nozzles (F) from the dash panel. Page 7(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 18 Install the dash panel over the HVAC housing. Tighten fasteners until secure. T8009795 19 Install the ventilation nozzles (F). 20 Reconnect the speaker. 21 Install the speaker and grille. Page 8(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 22 Reinstall the grab handle. Torque the fasteners to 24 ± 4 Nm (18 ± 3 ft-lb). T8009795 23 Install the center tray and cup holder. 24 Remove the protective cover from the dash panel. 25 Install the threshold plate. Install the threshold plate fastener covers. 26 Reconnect all previously removed cables to the negative (ground) and positive battery terminals. Page 9(10) Volvo Trucks North America Field Service Bulletin Date 5.2013 Group No. Release 874 053 01 Page 10(10) Reimbursement This repair may be eligible for reimbursement if a product failure was experienced within time and mileage limits of the applicable Warranty coverage. Reimbursement is obtained via the normal claim handling process. Claim Type (used only when uploading from the Dealer Bus. Sys.) W Labor Code Primary Labor Code 87458–2–00 0.7 hrs. Causal Part 21029787 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.