MI19-05
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: MI19-05
This maintenance information expains how to adjust p/n 660865, 660699 draglinks
- 2019 - 2018 - 2017 - 2016 - 2015 - 2014 -
Models from 2019
2019 PREVOST H3-41 |
2019 PREVOST H3-45 |
2019 PREVOST X3 |
Models from 2018
2018 PREVOST H3-41 |
2018 PREVOST H3-45 |
2018 PREVOST X3 |
Models from 2017
2017 PREVOST H3-45 |
2017 PREVOST X3 |
Models from 2016
2016 PREVOST H3-41 |
2016 PREVOST H3-45 |
2016 PREVOST X3 |
Models from 2015
2015 PREVOST H3-41 |
2015 PREVOST H3-45 |
2015 PREVOST X3 |
Models from 2014
2014 PREVOST H3-41 |
2014 PREVOST H3-45 |
2014 PREVOST X3 |
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION DATE : SUBJECT : MI19-05 February 2019 SECTION : 14 STEERING 660865, 660699 DRAGLINK ADJUSTMENT Version initiale 2019-02-07 IMPORTANT NOTICE This modification is recommended by Prevost to increase your vehicle's performance. Note that no reimbursement will be awarded for carrying out this modification. APPLICATION Model VIN H3-41, H3-45 coaches Model Year : 2014 - From 2PCH3349XEC712505 up to … X3-45 coaches Model Year : 2014 - From 2PCG33497EC735526 up to … DESCRIPTION For vehicles equipped with I-beam axles, follow these instructions to adjust the length of the draglink. This applies to model year 2014 and onward. Writer: FLMATERIAL H series Part No. Description Qty 660865 DRAG LINK ASSEMBLY, H SERIES 1 502104 COTTER PIN 5/32 X 2 1 X series Part No. Description Qty 660699 DRAG LINK ASSEMBLY, X SERIES 1 502104 COTTER PIN 5/32 X 2 1 Other parts that may be required, depending on condition Part No. Description 660018 COLLAR ASSY / W/BOLT & NUT Qty 2 NOTE Material can be obtained through regular channels. PROCEDURE CAUTION CONFORM TO THE PRESCRIBED TORQUES AND FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDELINES TO ENSURE VEHICLE SAFETY. DANGER Park vehicle safely, apply parking brake, stop engine and set battery master switch(es) to the OFF position prior to working on the vehicle. PINCH HAZARD Keep hands and fingers clear of pinch zones around pitman arm. Pinch zones are between pitman arm and clamp, and between front of pitman arm and vehicle structure. Writer: FL MI19-05 Page 3 / 7 REMOVAL OF EXISTING DRAG LINK CAUTION Heating of components to aid in disassembly is not allowed because it has a detrimental effect on axle components and steering linkages. CAUTION Do not drive (hammer in) pitman arm on or off pitman shaft as this can damage the steering gear. 1. Raise the vehicle by the wheels using mobile column lifts. Doing so will prevent a change in direction of the knuckles and preserve the relative positions of the steering components involved i.e. the steering arm and the pitman arm. 2. Remove cotter pin and nut from drag link ball joint stud at pitman arm. 3. Disconnect drag link from pitman arm, using jaw style pullers (pressure screw type). 4. Remove cotter pin and nut from drag link ball joint stud at the steering arm (near knuckle) and then disconnect the drag link. ADJUSTING THE DRAG LINK TO PROPER LENGTH - ELBOW BALL JOINT (KNUCKLE SIDE) 5. Adjust the length of the draglink. To do so, try to install it between the steering arm and the pitman arm. If the length is not adequate, it must be adjusted to the required length. Use dimension “A” and steps below to adjust the length of the replacement drag link or you may use the replaced drag link for length reference. FIGURE 1: HSERIES LENGTH H Series: Length A = 55” 7/8”± 1/16” (1420mm ± 2mm) X Series: Length A = 53” 3/8”± 1/16” (1356mm ± 2mm) Writer: FL MI19-05 Page 4 / 7 6. Screw the drag link elbow ball joint (knuckle side) fully in drag link tube. FIGURE 2 7. Unscrew the drag link elbow ball joint by (not more than 1 turn) so the tapered shank points down as shown on FIGURE 3. This will be the initial / reference position for next step. FIGURE 3 8. Next, unscrew the drag link elbow ball joint back out. H Series: Five (5) full turn from the initial / reference position. X Series: One (1) full turn from the initial / reference position. The tapered shank must point down as shown on (FIGURE 4). H : 5 full turns X : 1 full turn FIGURE 4 Writer: FL MI19-05 Page 5 / 7 9. To prevent interference between the ball joint clamp bolts and other components of the steering system, the clamp bolt must be positioned vertically as shown on FIGURE 6. Tighten the clamp nut to 118-133 lbf-ft. CAUTION Do not re-use clamp hardware. Bolt and nut should be replaced every time they are unscrewed. While assembling the clamp, make sure the bolt does not touch the drag link tube. FIGURE 5: NOTE THE VERTICAL ORIENTATION OF THE CLAMP BOLT AT THE KNUCKLE END AND ON WHICH SIDE THE NUT MUST BE POSITIONED SLEEVE ADJUSTMENT PARAMETERS 10. On the drag link front end you will find an adjustment sleeve which has internal and external left and right threads. FIGURE 6 11. Fine adjustment of the drag link length if required should be performed exclusively by turning the adjustment sleeve while preventing the tube and joint from rotating. The only part rotating should be the sleeve • To extend, turn the sleeve clockwise. • To retract, turn counter clockwise. FIGURE 7 Writer: FL MI19-05 Page 6 / 7 GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF THE ADJUSTMENT SLEEVE Do not exceed the following maximum thread lengths and values. • Max dimension V : 5/8” (16mm) ± 1 thread pitch • Max dimension W : 5/8” (16mm) ± 1 thread pitch • Max dimension X : 1” (25mm) • Dimension V and W should be equal (V/W = 1) FIGURE 8 SLEEVE ADJUSTMENT 12. Adjust sleeve to the values of FIGURE 10. 10/32”=8mm 13. Once the proper length adjustment is done, tighten the sleeve end ball joint clamp. To prevent interference between the ball joint clamp bolts with other components of the steering system, the clamp bolt must be positioned horizontally as shown on FIGURE 11. Tighten the clamp nut to 118-133 lbf-ft. FIGURE 9 CAUTION Do not re-use clamp hardware. Bolt and nut should be replaced every time they are unscrewed. While assembling the clamp, make sure the bolt does not touch the drag link tube. FIGURE 10: NOTE THE HORIZONTAL ORIENTATION OF THE CLAMP BOLT AT THE SLEEVE END AND ON WHICH SIDE THE NUT MUST BE POSITIONED Writer: FL MI19-05 Page 7 / 7 DRAG LINK INSTALLATION 14. Install the drag link. 15. Ball joint castellated nut on both ends should be tightened to 150-200 lbf-ft. 16. Install cotter pin p/n 502104 and bend to lock bolt in place (see an example of a correct installation of a cotter pin on the image below). 17. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound FIGURE 11 on all exposed threads for corrosion protection. Be sure to avoid smearing the ball joint boot. 18. Make sure there is no binding or interference of the draglink with the vehicle structure by turning wheels fully in each direction. Min gap: 1/4” (6mm) 19. Inspect the gap between tire and draglink turning wheels right: Min gap 3/8” (9.5mm). PARTS / WASTE DISPOSAL Discard according to applicable environmental regulations (Municipal/State[Prov.]/ Federal) Access all our Service Bulletins on http://techpub.prevostcar.com/en/ Or scan the QR-Code with your smart phone . Are you a Vehicle owner? E-mail us at [email protected] and type “ADD” in the subject to receive warranty bulletins applicable to your vehicle(s) by e-mail. Writer: FL