Operating Instructions 03.2003 Evobus Gmbh
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Operating Instructions 03.2003 EvoBus GmbH Not to be reprinted, reproduced or translated in any form without prior permission. Address for orders: EvoBus GmbH Service Documentation D-89077 Ulm Printed in Germany Order no. U 02 2 00 005 02 Parts no.: Introduction The user information that is enclosed with each bus is only intended for use by upon the contents of this user information. those persons who are qualified to operate the bus. The user information is split into the following parts: Environmental protection: EvoBus GmbH declares that it is committed to in- tegrated environmental protection that acts upon the original aspects and incor- • The operating instructions (OI) provide answers to all important questions porates all effects resulting from production processes and products upon the on operation of chassis components. environment in its corporate decisions. • The service manual (SM) serves as the guideline for maintaining chassis The goals are to use resources sparingly and respect the natural means of liveli- components from the technical standpoint. It includes all notes on main- hood that must be preserved to serve mankind and nature. tenance intervals and tasks as well as pages reserved for certification that service tasks have been carried out. You can also help the environment and operate the bus in an environmentally- friendly way. Please read and note the contents of the "General instructions" section in the "Overall bus 00" chapter before you take your bus into operation for the first Fuel consumption and wear and tear in the drive train (engine, clutch, transmis- time. sion, axles, brakes, tyres) are extremely dependant upon the driving technique. Before the bus is driven please make sure that you have read and understood the We hope you enjoy driving your bus. content of these operating instructions. The contents are divided into engineering design groups. EvoBus GmbH Mercedes-Benz Omnibusse Standard chassis equipment is described in the user information. Extras are also described if they need an explanation. The bus delivered to you has been cus- tomised in accordance with your order, therefore some descriptions and diagrams may differ from the equipment on your bus. The superstructure manufacturer is responsible for describing any modifications it may have made to the chassis. The operating instructions and service manual are important documents and must always be carried in the bus. Our buses are the subject of ongoing development. You are therefore asked to appreciate that we reserve the right to make modifications to the form, equip- ment and technical features. For these reasons, no claims can be made based OC 500 LE/03.2003 GB Table of contents Vehicle identification . 1 Towing the bus . 00/58 Tow start the bus . 00/59 00 Overall bus Chassis technical data . 00/60 General Information / Safety Information . 00/ 1 Driving preparations - daily tasks . 00/ 5 01 Engine Driving preparations - weekly tasks . 00/ 5 General Information / Safety Information . 01/ 1 Scheduled maintenance tasks . 00/ 6 Starting the engine by using the key switch on the steering column . 01/ 2 Running-in . 00/ 6 Starting the engine with a button switch (optional extra) . 01/ 4 Indication display unit . 00/ 8 Driving . 01/ 6 Adjusting the instrument lighting . 00/14 Switching off the engine . 01/ 6 Multi-function display (MFD): indication displays . 00/14 Engine technical data . 01/ 8 "MFD": setting the trip odometer to "0". 00/15 Removing the drive belt . 01/ 9 "MFD": adjusting the time . 00/16 Removing the fan drive belt . 01/ 9 Driver information system (DIS) display: symbols . 00/16 Removing the generator 2 drive belt (optional extra) . 01/10 "DIS" display: system codes . 00/34 Removing the water pump drive belt (refrigeration compressor, generator 1) 01/10 "DIS" display: retrieve information by using the function switches . 00/35 Removing the generator drive belt (with air-conditioning system) . 01/11 Instrument panel indicator lamps . 00/41 Fitting the drive belts (OM 457 hLA) . 01/12 Instrument panel switches and buttons . 00/42 Fitting the generator drive belt (with air-conditioning system) . 01/12 Light rotary switch . 00/48 Replacing the water pump drive belt (refrigeration compressor, generator 1) 01/13 Combination switch for lights and wiper functions . 00/48 Fitting the generator 2 drive belt (optional extra) . 01/14 Multi-function stalk for permanent brakes and tempomat (optional extra) . 00/49 Fitting the fan drive belt . 01/14 Adjustable steering column . 00/52 Checking the engine oil level with the dipstick . 01/15 Driving switch . 00/52 Tachograph . 00/53 20 Cooling Speedo module (on model without tachograph) . 00/54 Emergency operation of the engine cooling system fan drive . 20/ 1 Parking brake valve . 00/55 Checking the coolant level for the engine and heater systems . 20/ 2 3-button automatic gearbox gear-change unit . 00/56 6-button automatic transmission gear-change unit (optional extra). 00/56 OC 500 LE/03.2003 GB I Table of contents 27 Automatic transmission Anti-blocking system (ABS) . 42/ 7 Operation . 27/ 1 Traction control system (TCS) (optional extra) . 42/ 8 Frequent stop brake . 42/11 32 Suspension Automatic frequent stop brake (optional extra) . 42/12 General Information / Safety Information . 32/ 1 Brake system reservoir pressure. 42/13 Operation of the electronic level control (NR level control) (optional extra) . 32/ 3 Lowering the bus at the entrance side (kneeling) (optional extra) . 32/ 3 43 Permanent brakes Raising the bus body to the 2nd driving level (optional extra) . 32/ 5 Permanent brakes (wear resistant auxiliary brakes) . 43/ 1 40 Wheels and tyres 46 Steering General Information / Safety Information . 40/ 1 General Information / Safety Information . 46/ 1 Tyre pressure table 275/70 R 22.5 . 40/ 4 Adjusting the steering column . 46/ 2 Tyre pressure table 11 R 22.5 . 40/ 6 Turning the steering wheel when the bus is stationary . 46/ 2 Tyre pressure table 295/80 R 22.5 . 40/ 7 Steering hydraulic system oil level too low . 46/ 3 Positioning the jack . 40/ 8 Checking the oil level in the steering hydraulics expansion tank . 46/ 4 Front axle . 40/ 8 47 Fuel system Driven axle. 40/ 9 General Information / Safety Information . 47/ 1 Removing the wheel nut cover cap . 40/10 Draining water from the fuel pre-filter . 47/ 2 Removing the wheels . 40/11 Changing the fuel pre-filter . ..