Centaur CENTAUR 950 User manual

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Service Manual
2001 - Present
Models: CENTAUR 950
CENTAUR 950D
CENTAUR 950DT

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General Information..............GI
Engine..................................... EN
Electrical System....................ES
Brake System..........................BR
Clutch System.........................CS
Wheels,Axles&Chains...........WA
Steering System......................ST
Fuel System.............................FS
Vehicle Bodies.........................VB
Exhaust System......................EX
Transmission...........................TR
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Table of Contents on page 1of that
section.
Each section begins with an
assembly illustration and general
information for servicing the as-
semblies listed in that section. The
rest of the section outlines detailed
servicing procedures and are ac-
companied by photographs or dia-
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SECTION GI
General Information
Table of Contents
General Instructions.............................................................................. GI-2
Model Identication............................................................................... GI-3
Identication and Location of Controls............................................... GI-3
Information Labels................................................................................. GI-4
CE Marked Centaurs............................................................................. GI-4
Centaur Specications............................................................................ GI-5
Maintenance Chart.................................................................................GI-6
Trouble Shooting Chart..........................................................................GI-7
Torque Specications.............................................................................. GI-9
Flat Rates Schedule ............................................................................... GI-11
CENTAUR Tools List............................................................................ GI-14
Specialized Tool List............................................................................... GI-18

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Read the servicing instructions in this manual through once before attempting each
procedure to familiarize yourself with what is involved. This manual contains servic-
ing operations with warnings to the mechanic about potential hazards that can result
in personal injury or property damage. Warnings are identied in the text by the fol-
lowing symbol:
The manual also contains servicing cautions that can prevent damage to the vehicle.
Cautions are identied in the text by the following symbol:
Any information of signicant value to the servicing technician will be denoted by the
Important symbol.
This manual is based on the latest production information available at the time of
printing. Ontario Drive & Gear Limited reserves the right to make changes at any
time and without obligation.
Reproduction of any part of this publication is prohibited without prior written per-
mission.
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General Instructions
IMPORTANT

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Model Identication
The vehicle identication plate is fastened to the upper frame to the right of the passenger’s
knee. Photo Below The model and serial numbers are stamped into it. Model identication
starts with “V”, followed by four numbers and a letter, either G (for gas), D (for diesel),
or DT (for turbo diesel). For example V2000G. The month and year that the vehicle was
manufactured can be established from the serial number: the rst two digits indicate the
year and,the second two digits indicate the month and the last 3 digits indicates the number
prodiuced.(ie. Serial No. 0001004 was manufactured in January 2000 and is the 4th one
produced.
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Information Labels
There are labels on all models which indicate operating hazards and provide special operat-
ing instructions. Information about the operation of the vehicle, correct fueling procedures,
and steering system use has been provided on distinctive orange and black labels fastened
to the various locations on the CENTAUR.
• CE marked serial number label
• horn, activated from driver’s compartment
• the weighted root mean square value for vibration of the vehicle does not exceed
2.5 m/s2
• the weighted root mean square value for vibration to which the body is subjected
does not exceed 0.5 m/s2
• airborne noise emissions do not exceed:
Drivers position, stationary - 95.7 dB(A) @ 3800 rpm
Drivers position, stationary - 104.4 dB(C) @ 3800 rpm
CE marked Centaurs include:

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MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
The intervals shown on the schedule are based on average operating conditions. Vehicles
which are subject to more severe use, wet or dusty conditions, will require more frequent
servicing. Use only Centaur replacement parts to ensure safe operation of the vehicle to
comply with the warranty coverage.
We strongly recommend that you perform a complete check-over of your customers
vehicle after the initial 25 hours of operation, then once each year. Depending on the
application or number of hours incurred on the vehicle, servicing sooner than this will
reduce maintenance costs over the life of the vehicle.
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CHECK STEERING LOCKOUT OPERATION
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
CHECK FAN BELT TENSION
CHECK FUEL LEVEL
CHECK TIRE INFLATION
CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION
CHECK BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION
CHECK STEERING WHEEL TRAVEL
CHECK ENGINE INTAKE/EXH. FOR OBSTR.
CHECK THAT DRAIN PLUGS ARE IN PLACE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
CHANGE ENGINE OIL FILTER
CHANGE TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER
CHECK, CLEAN/REPLACE AIR FILTER
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
SERVICE DRIVEN CLUTCH
CHECK AXLE BEARING OIL LEVEL
CHANGE AXLE BEARING OIL
REMOVE, CLEAN & LUBE. DRIVE CHAINS -
*LUBRICATE DRIVE CHAINS EVERY 10 HRS
CHECK BATTERY FLUID LEVEL & CAPS
CLEAN BATTERY TERMINALS & CONNEC.
CLEAN BATTERY
CLEAN, ADJUST/REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
CHECK THE DRIVE BELT
CHECK PLASTIC SLIDERS - DRIVEN CLUTCH
CHECK SLIDERS - CHAIN TAKE-UP SYSTEM
INSPECT MECH. BRAKE PADS
ADJUST PARKING BRAKE
ADJUST PARKING BRAKE CABLE
CHECK HYD. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL/COND.
INSPECT HYDRAULIC BRAKE PADS
CHECK/ADJUST STEERING CENTERING & LOCKOUT
CHECK HYDROSTATIC TRANS. DRIVE BELT TENSION
CHECK FUEL TANK CONNECTIONS/LINES
INSPECT WIRING HARNESS
BEFORE
EACH
USE
AFTER INITIAL EVERY
10hrs. 25hrs. 25hrs. 50hrs. 100hrs. 150hrs. 300hrs.