SB 485
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: SB 485
This service bulletin informs affected owners that the a/c compressor on certain j4500 coaches are making excessive noise and vibration which may result in vibration transferred to the coach frame, possibly resulting in noise and passenger
Models from 2021
2021 MCI J4500 |
Models from 2020
2020 MCI J4500 |
Subject: A/C Compressor Belt Replacement Field Change Program: Field Campaign Coach Section: 16- Heating & A/C FCP Number: Revision: 485 A P/N: 08-27-1357 Date: 09/17/2020 Type: Product Integrity Application: Coach Model Model Year VIN J4500 2019 - 2021 69529 - 69705, 69707 - 69909, 69911 - 69922, 69953, 69954 This field campaign does not necessarily apply to all the above-mentioned coaches. The owners of the coaches affected by this field campaign will be advised by a letter indicating the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of each applicable coach. Read this entire procedure before beginning work. Use Safe Shop Practices at All Times. To avoid personal injury: a. Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn. Safety glasses and protective gloves are required for working with DEF Fluid. b. Turn the main battery disconnect switch to the OFF position. c. Ensure that both the front and the rear wheels are chocked. d. Position the ENGINE RUN and ENGINE START switches on the engine compartment remote control box to the OFF position. e. Allow enough time for components to cool down prior to working in the engine compartment. FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement 1.0 Description Customer complaint: Motor Coach Industries (“MCI”) has become aware that A/C compressors on certain J4500 coaches are making excessive noise and vibration. Cause: The A/C compressor belt drive system may result in vibration transferred to the coach frame, possibly resulting in noise and passenger discomfort. Corrective action: MCI recommends owners of the affected coaches have the following procedure performed as soon as possible to replace the A/C compressor belt. 2.0 Material requirements ITEM 1 PART NO 08-27-1538 QTY U/M 1 EA DESCRIPTION Belt-A/C Compr, 5VX, matched set 3.0 Special tools Rachet strap (Vendor: U-Line, VPN: H-2068) or MCI Tensioner Compressor tool, P/N: 20-13-6675. Belt alignment tool (Vendor: VibrAlign, VPN: 100-BH2) Belt alignment tool Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Rachet Strap Page 2 of 8 FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement 4.0 Procedure Open the engine door using the latch behind the curbside service door. Rotate the lever counterclockwise Use a ratchet strap or MCI tensioner compressor tool, P/N: 20-13-6675, to clasp the AC belt tensioner. Remove and discard the A/C belt. Remove and discard the belt using ratchet strap or MCI tensioner compressor tool, P/N: 20-13-6675 Spring is under compression and in tension. To prevent personal injury, use caution while using ratchet. Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Page 3 of 8 FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement Remove and discard the double groove belt on the AC compressor. Remove and discard the belt Install single groove matched belts, MCI P/N: 08-27-1538, as shown below. Install single groove matched belts, 0827-1538 Remove the ratchet strap or MCI tensioner compressor tool, P/N: 20-13-6675, from the AC belt tensioner. Remove the ratchet strap or MCI tensioner compressor tool, P/N: 20-13-6675 Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Page 4 of 8 FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement 5.0 Verification Use the belt alignment tool to verify alignment of AC compressor pulley to the pulley on the crankshaft following the instructions in the maintenance manual section 16A-2. Laser line on the tool Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Page 5 of 8 FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement 6.0 Field Change Program Conditions: The parts required for this change will be supplied without charge. A “MCI Field Change Program Verification Form” needs to be submitted for each VIN affected. Photocopy the attached “MCI Field Change Program Verification Form” as required for the number of affected coaches in your fleet. This program will end on September 16, 2021. Motor Coach apologizes for any inconvenience resulting from this campaign but urges you to implement this change as soon as possible. Sincerely, Motor Coach Industries Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Page 6 of 8 FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement 5.1 MCI FIELD CHANGE PROGRAM (FCP) VERIFICATION CONTACT INFORMATION CUSTOMER NAME: ____________________________________________________ (PLEASE PRINT) FCP INFORMATION – ONE FORM PER UNIT FCP#: _________ Coach Model ___________ COACH SERIAL #: Model Year _______________ DATE COMPLETED __ / __ /____ (At least the last 5 digits) MILEAGE: IMPORTANT: TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR ANY ALLOWABLE LABOR CHARGES, THIS VERIFICATION FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO MCI UPON COMPLETION OF THE FCP. SUBMITTED BY: (Please Print) ______________________________________________________ DATE __ / __ /____ TITLE: (Please Print) _____________________________________________ SIGNATURE: ________________________________________________________________ COMMENTS: Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Page 7 of 8 FCP 485 A/C Compressor Belt Replacement FAX TO: 800-360-8886 Mail or fax the completed limited warranty claim form and verification form to MCI’s warranty department, or photocopy and mail to: MCI Fleet Support Attn: Warranty Department 7001 Universal Coach Drive Louisville, KY 40258 Fax Number 1-800-360-8886 To receive credit for the hours used to complete this task. Contact the MCI Fleet Support Technical Center at 1-800-241-2947 for any further information. Motor Coach Industries Ltd. Page 8 of 8