Thomas SAF-T-LINER C2 User manual

SAF-T-LINER C2
SCHOOL BUS
Driver’s Manual
Part Number STI-466-6
Publication Number 85410323

Introduction
This manual provides information needed to operate
and understand the chassis and its components.
More detailed information is contained in the Owner’s
Warranty Information for North America booklet, and
in the vehicle’s workshop and maintenance manuals.
Custom-built Thomas Built Buses are equipped with
various chassis and body components. Not all of the
information contained in this manual applies to every
vehicle. For details about components in your ve-
hicle, refer to the chassis specification pages in-
cluded in all new vehicles and to the vehicle specifi-
cation decal, located inside the vehicle.
For your reference, keep this manual in the vehicle
at all times.
IMPORTANT: Descriptions and specifications in
this manual were in effect at the time of printing.
Thomas Built Buses reserves the right to dis-
continue models and to change specifications or
design at any time without notice and without
incurring obligation. Descriptions and specifica-
tions contained in this publication provide no
warranty, expressed or implied, and are subject
to revisions and editions without notice.
Environmental Concerns and
Recommendations
Whenever you see instructions in this manual to dis-
card materials, you should first attempt to reclaim
and recycle them. To preserve our environment, fol-
low appropriate environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials.
Event Data Recorder
This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices
that record specific vehicle data. The type and
amount of data recorded varies depending on how
the vehicle is equipped (such as the brand of engine,
if an air bag is installed, or if the vehicle features a
collision avoidance system, etc.).
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record
data in certain crash or near-crash situations, such
as air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, that
will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems
performed. The EDR is designed to record data re-
lated to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for ap-
proximately 60 seconds. This data can help provide
a better understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. Data recorded includes
the following items:
•how various systems in the vehicle were oper-
ating
•engine system information
•how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
accelerator
•if the driver was depressing the brake pedal
•how fast the vehicle was traveling
NOTE: Data is not recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions. Personal data such
as name, gender, age, and crash location are
not recorded. However, other parties such as
law enforcement could combine the EDR data
with the type of personally identifying data rou-
tinely acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment
is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is
needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties that have the special equipment, such as law
enforcement, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Emissions and Fuel Efficiency
Compliance
This vehicle must be regularly inspected and main-
tained as indicated in the Saf-T-Liner C2 Mainte-
nance Manual, and in the Pre- and Post-Trip Inspec-
tions and Maintenance chapter in this manual, in
order to continue satisfactory performance and en-
sure coverage of the vehicle under the manufactur-
er’s warranty. Many maintenance procedures ensure
that the vehicle and engine continue to comply with
applicable emissions standards. Maintenance proce-
dures, using components engineered to comply with
greenhouse gas emissions and fuel efficiency regula-
tions, may be performed by an authorized Daimler
Trucks North America dealer, an independent outlet,
or the vehicle owner or operator.
The vehicle owner is responsible for determining the
suitability of replacement components to maintain
Foreword
STI-466-6 (11/17)
TBB85410323
Printed in U.S.A.

compliance with federal and local jurisdictional regu-
lations. Components including, but not limited to, low-
rolling resistance tires are specifically designed and
manufactured to exacting standards for regulatory
fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions compli-
ance. It is important that these components are al-
ways replaced with components that meet or exceed
the performance of the originally installed compo-
nents.
Customer Assistance Center
Having trouble finding service? Call the Customer
Assistance Center at 1-800-385-4357 or 1-800-FTL-
HELP. Call night or day, weekdays or weekends, for
dealer referral, vehicle information, breakdown coor-
dination, or Fleetpack assistance. Our people are
knowledgeable, professional, and committed to fol-
lowing through to help you keep your vehicle moving.
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying Daimler Trucks North America
LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open
an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between
you, your dealer, or Daimler Trucks North America
LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); go to www.safercar.gov;or
write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey
Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehicle safety
from www.safercar.gov.
Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-
related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investi-
gations and Recalls, may telephone the toll-free
hotline [phone], or contact Transport
Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD,
Place de Ville Tower C, 330 Sparks Street,
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0N5.
For additional road safety information, please visit
the Road Safety website at: www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety.
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pany.
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www.Daimler-TrucksNorthAmerica.comand www.ThomasBus.com.
Foreword

Contents
Chapter Page
Introduction, Environmental Concerns and Recommendations,
Event Data Recorder, Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Compliance,
Customer Assistance Center, Reporting Safety Defects .................... Foreword
1Vehicle Identification ...................................................... 1.1
2Vehicle Access .......................................................... 2.1
3Bus Features ........................................................... 3.1
4Instruments ............................................................. 4.1
5Controls ................................................................ 5.1
6Electrical Systems ....................................................... 6.1
7Engines ................................................................ 7.1
8Exhaust Aftertreatment Systems ............................................ 8.1
9Drivetrain ............................................................... 9.1
10 Hydraulic and Air Brake Systems .......................................... 10.1
11 Pre- and Post-Trip Checklists ............................................. 11.1
12 Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections and Maintenance .............................. 12.1
13 Cleaning and Care ...................................................... 13.1
14 In an Emergency ....................................................... 14.1
15 Headlight Aiming ........................................................ 15.1
16 Hybrid Electric Vehicle ................................................... 16.1
17 Propane Fuel System .................................................... 17.1
18 Compressed Natural Gas Fuel System ...................................... 18.1
19 Specifications .......................................................... 19.1
Index .................................................................. I.1

1
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Certification Plate and Data Plate ............................................. 1.1
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Labels .......................................... 1.1
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Labels ........................................ 1.2
Tire and Rim Information ........................................................... 1.2
Vehicle Loading .................................................................. 1.2
Emissions Labels ................................................................. 1.2

Vehicle Certification Plate and
Data Plate
NOTE: Labels shown in this chapter are ex-
amples only. Actual label locations and specifi-
cations may vary from vehicle to vehicle.
The certification plate is installed on the inside roof
liner above the driver’s window, or on the front bulk-
head. The certification plate indicates compliance
with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) at the time of manufacture, gross axle
weight rating (GAWR) front and rear, gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR), vehicle identification number
(VIN), vehicle type, body identification, and build
date. See Fig. 1.1.
The data plate is installed on the inside roof liner
above the driver’s window, or on the front bulkhead,
and lists manufacturing information. See Fig. 1.2.
Whenever contacting parts, service, or warranty per-
sonnel regarding the vehicle, the following three
numbers will be requested:
•chassis identification number
•body identification number
•VIN
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard Labels
NOTE: Due to the variety of Federal Motor Ve-
hicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) certification re-
quirements, not all of the labels shown will apply
to your vehicle.
Buses purchased in the U.S. are marked as certified
by means of an FMVSS certification label. See
Fig. 1.3. The tire and rim information are combined
into one label. This label is located in the driver area.
Chassis built without a cargo body that are intended
for service in the U.S. have an incomplete vehicle
certification label attached by the final-stage manu-
facturer. See Fig. 1.4. This label will be attached to
the incomplete vehicle document included with the
vehicle, and certifies that the vehicle conforms to all
applicable FMVSS regulations in effect on the date of
completion.
The tire and rim portion of the FMVSS certification
label certifies suitable tire and rim combinations that
can be installed on the vehicle, for the given gross
axle weight rating. Tires and rims installed on the
vehicle at the time of manufacture may have a higher
load capacity than that certified by the tire and rim
label. If the tires and rims currently on the vehicle
have a lower load capacity than that shown on the
f080137
HIGH POINT NORTH CAROLINA
MFD BY THOMAS BUILT BUSES INC.
INC VEH MFD BY:
GVWR:
GAWR FRONT:
GAWR REAR:
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE
SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT IN:
V.I.N.:
BODY ID:
CHASSIS ID NO:
VEH. TYPE:
01/16/2009
Fig. 1.1, Certification Plate
f080136
HIGH POINT NORTH CAROLINA
MFD BY THOMAS BUILT BUSES INC.
DATE:
CHASSIS YARD NO.:
ENGINE:
TRANS:
FRONT AXLE:
INT AXLE:
REAR AXLE:
MODEL YEAR:
SER NO:
SER NO:
MOD NO:
MOD NO:
MOD NO:
02/17/2004
Fig. 1.2, Vehicle Data Plate
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2
3
1. Date of Manufacture
2. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
3. Gross Axle Weight Rating
Fig. 1.3, Vehicle Certification Label
11/14/2001 f080120
Fig. 1.4, Incomplete Vehicle Certification Label
Vehicle Identification
1.1

tire and rim label, then the tires and rims determine
the load limitations on each of the axles.
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard Labels
In Canada, buses are marked as certified by means
of a statement of compliance label with the Canadian
National Safety Mark, which is located in the driver
area. See Fig. 1.5.
If purchased for service in Canada, chassis built
without a body are marked as certified by a "State-
ment of Compliance" label. See Fig. 1.3. This label
must be attached by the final-stage manufacturer to
certify that the vehicle conforms to all applicable
Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS)
regulations in effect on the date of completion..
Tire and Rim Information
The tire and rim label certifies suitable tire and rim
combinations that can be installed on the vehicle for
the given gross axle weight rating. Tires and rims
installed on the vehicle at the time of manufacture
may have a higher load capacity than that certified
by the tire and rim label. If the tires and rims cur-
rently on the vehicle have a lower load capacity than
that shown on the tire and rim label, then the tires
and rims determine the load limitations on each of
the axles.
See Fig. 1.6 for U.S. and Canadian tire and rim
labels.
Vehicle Loading
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) is the maxi-
mum weight the axle can carry. GAWR is the com-
bined capacity of the axle, brakes, tires, wheel equip-
ment, and suspension.
The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maxi-
mum loaded weight of the vehicle. See Fig. 1.3.
NOTICE
Never load the vehicle over the GVWR. Consider-
able damage to the drivetrain may result if the
vehicle is over the GVWR.
IMPORTANT: Passenger and cargo loads
should be distributed proportionately over both
the front and rear axles, and sides of the bus.
NOTE: Actual loads on the front and rear axles
can only be determined by weighing the vehicle
at highway weigh stations or similar facilities.
Overloading the vehicle is considered misuse
and will void the vehicle warranty.
Emissions Labels
EPA Noise Emission Control Label
A vehicle noise emission control label is attached
either to the left side of the dashboard or in the
driver’s area. See Fig. 1.7.
It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle
so that it conforms to EPA regulations.
IMPORTANT: Certain incomplete vehicles may
be produced with incomplete noise control hard-
ware. Such vehicles will not have a vehicle
noise emission control information label. For
f080024
10/10/2006
Fig. 1.5, Canadian National Safety Mark
11/14/2001 f080119
12
1. Gross Weight Rating By Component in Axle System
2. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating By Component in
Vehicle as a Whole
Fig. 1.6, Tire and Rim Information
f08002602/02/2017
24−00273−02024−00273−020
VEHICLE NOISE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR NOISE EMISSION
APPLICABLE TO MEDIUM AND HEAVY TRUCKS.
THE FOLLOWING ACTS OR THE CAUSING THEREOF BY ANY PERSON ARE PROHIBITED BY
THE NOISE CONTROL ACT OF 1972:
A. THE REMOVAL OR RENDERING INOPERATIVE, OTHER THAN FOR PURPOSES OF
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, OR REPLACEMENT, OF ANY NOISE CONTROL DEVICE OR
ELEMENT OF DESIGN (LISTED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL) INCORPORATED INTO THIS
VEHICLE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE NOISE CONTROL ACT.
B. THE USE THIS VEHICLE AFTER SUCH DEVICE OR ELEMENT OF DESIGN HAS
BEEN REMOVED OR RENDERED INOPERATIVE.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
01/96
Fig. 1.7, Vehicle Noise Emission Control Label
Vehicle Identification
1.2

such vehicles, it is the final-stage manufactur-
er’s responsibility to complete the vehicle in
conformity to U.S. EPA regulations (40 CFR Part
205) and label it for compliance.
Aftertreatment System Indicators
Label
Engines and vehicles manufactured after December
31, 2006 and domiciled in the U.S. or Canada are
required to meet all EPA regulations effective as of
the vehicle build date, and are equipped with an
emission aftertreatment system (ATS). Vehicles do-
miciled outside of the U.S. and Canada may not
have aftertreatment equipment, depending upon local
statutory emissions guidelines. See Table 1.1.
There is a warning label (placement will vary by
bodybuilder) for important warning indicators in the
instrument cluster that pertain to the ATS.
It is a violation of U.S. federal law to alter exhaust
plumbing, ATS, or other components in any way that
would bring the engine/vehicle out of compliance with
certification requirements [Ref: 42 U.S.C. S7522(a)
(3)]. It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the
vehicle so that it conforms to EPA regulations.
Vehicle Emission Control Information
Label
Model year 2013 and later vehicles meet additional
requirements as specified by federal greenhouse gas
and fuel efficiency regulations (GHG14). Model year
2017 and later vehicles meet similar requirements as
specified by GHG17 requirements. These vehicles
may be equipped with components, such as low-
rolling resistance tires, that increase fuel efficiency
and reduce GHG emissions.
A Vehicle Emission Control Information label is lo-
cated on the fan shroud. See Fig. 1.8. It is the own-
er’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle so that it
conforms to EPA and NHTSA regulations.
Applicable Emissions System Based on Build Date and EPA Regulations
Build Date Regulation: Emissions Components
January 1, 2007–December 31,
2009
EPA07 (reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions to 1.1 g/bhp-hr, and reduce
particulate matter emissions to 0.01 g/bhp-hr): Aftertreatment device (ATD) containing
a diesel particulate filter that traps soot and ash.*
January 1, 2010–December 31,
2012
EPA10 (reduce NOx emissions to 0.2 g/bhp-hr): EPA07-type ATD, with additional
selective catalyst reduction (SCR) technology that utilizes diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)
to convert NOx to nitrogen and water vapor.
From March 5, 2012–December
31, 2015
GHG14: Aerodynamic and fuel efficiency components including, but not limited to,
tires, cab/sleeper side extenders, chassis fairings, bumper, hood, vehicle speed
limiters, and idle reduction timers specifically designed to meet regulatory fuel
efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions standards.
From January 1, 2016
GHG17: GHG14 components plus OBD16 instrumentation and sensor upgrades, and
component technology that meets NHTSA and EPA 2017 fuel efficiency and
greenhouse gas emission standards (GHG17) requirements.
*Cummins, Detroit, and Mercedes-Benz ATD’s are also equipped with a diesel oxidation catalyst to break down pollutants.
Table 1.1, Applicable Emissions System Based on Build Date and EPA Regulations
03/02/2012 f080183
Fig. 1.8, Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
Vehicle Identification
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2
Vehicle Access
Assist Rails and Access Steps ...................................................... 2.1
Entering and Exiting the Bus ........................................................ 2.1
Front Door Opening and Closing ..................................................... 2.2
Battery Access ................................................................... 2.2
Hood Opening and Closing ......................................................... 2.2
Emergency Roof Escape Hatch ...................................................... 2.4
Emergency Door .................................................................. 2.4
Emergency Window Exits .......................................................... 2.4

Assist Rails and Access Steps
WARNING
Wet or dirty shoe soles greatly increase the
chance of slipping or falling. If shoe soles are
wet or dirty, be especially careful when entering
or exiting the bus. Always maintain three-point
contact with the bus access system while enter-
ing and exiting the bus. Three-point contact
means both feet and one hand, or both hands
and one foot.
The two assist rails and three or four access steps
are all part of the bus access system. Use these
when entering or exiting the bus to increase security
and comfort.
Folding Steps
Folding steps mounted on both sides of the bus as-
sist in cleaning the windshield. The steps should be
kept clean and the pivot points should be kept lubri-
cated. See Fig. 2.1.
Entering and Exiting the Bus
WARNING
Wet or dirty shoe soles greatly increase the
chance of slipping or falling. If shoe soles are
wet or dirty, be especially careful when entering
or exiting the bus. Always maintain three-point
contact with the bus access system while enter-
ing and exiting the bus. Three-point contact
means both feet and one hand, or both hands
and one foot.
Stepwell Light
A stepwell light is located on the bottom right-hand
side of the entry steps. See Fig. 2.2.
Entering the Bus
1. Facing the steps, grasp the assist rail on either
side of the steps. See Fig. 2.2. Reach up as far
as is comfortable.
2. Place your right foot on the bottom step, and pull
yourself up.
3. Place your left foot on the middle step.
4. Place your right foot on the top step.
Exiting the Bus
1. Facing the steps, grasp the assist rail on either
side of the steps.
2. Move your right foot on the first step.
3. Place your left foot on the middle step.
4. Step to the ground with your right foot first.
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1. Folding Step
Fig. 2.1, Folding Step
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1
2
2
3
1. Steps
2. Assist Rails
3. Stepwell Light
Fig. 2.2, Bus Entry and Exit
Vehicle Access
2.1

Front Door Opening and
Closing
Buses with Exterior Door Control
Front Door Opening
1. Open the front entrance door by turning the exte-
rior key switch to the open position and enter the
vehicle.
2. Start the vehicle and allow it to warm up.
3. To close the door, move the paddle switch on the
driver control panel to the DOOR CLOSED posi-
tion. See Fig. 2.3.
Front Door Closing
1. Shut down the engine.
2. Move the paddle switch on the driver control
panel to the DOOR OPEN position and exit the
bus.
3. Turn the exterior key switch to the close position.
Buses without Exterior Door Control
Front Door Opening
1. Manually open the door.
2. After entering the vehicle, activate the emer-
gency air release rocker switch located above
the door. See Fig. 2.4.
3. Start the vehicle and allow it to warm up.
4. To close the door, move the paddle switch on the
driver control panel to the DOOR CLOSED posi-
tion. See Fig. 2.3.
Front Door Closing
1. Shut down the engine.
2. Activate the emergency air release rocker switch
located above the door.
3. Manually push the door open and exit the ve-
hicle.
4. Close the door manually.
Battery Access
Battery Compartment
The battery compartment is located behind the
driver’s area, attached to the frame rail. To open the
battery access door, insert and turn the key, then pull
the access door open. Pull the pull-pin spring latches
out to slide the battery tray forward. See Fig. 2.5.
With the battery access door open, it is easy to get
access to the battery terminals for cleaning, charg-
ing, or emergency jump starting.
To close the battery access door, swing the door to
line up with the hole in the frame, then lock the bat-
tery access door with the key.
Battery Disconnect Switch, Optional
NOTICE
The batteries must be disconnected if the vehicle
is not in use for a period exceeding two weeks,
or the vehicle may not start, and permanent bat-
tery damage could occur.
A battery disconnect switch, if so equipped, cuts off
all battery power to the vehicle. It is also used when-
ever the vehicle is placed out of service for extended
periods to prevent battery discharge. The battery dis-
connect switch is located on the side of the battery
box. See Fig. 2.6.
Hood Opening and Closing
A torsion spring helps to raise and lower the hood.
Hood restraint cables prevent the hood from over-
travel. An optional hood damper limits the closing
speed. In the operating position, the hood is secured
to the half-fenders by a hold-down latch on each
side.
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Fig. 2.3, Door Open/Door Closed Paddle Switch
Vehicle Access
2.2

Tilting the Hood
1. Apply the parking brakes.
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2
3
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1. Emergency Switch for Main Entry Door
2. Main Entry Door Emergency Release Operations Decal
3. Child Reminder Notice
Fig. 2.4, Emergency Switch for Main Entry Door
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22
3
4
1. Battery Access Door
2. Pull-Pin Spring Latch
3. Battery Tray
4. Battery
Fig. 2.5, Battery Access
01/18/95 f600150a
Fig. 2.6, Battery Disconnect Switch
Vehicle Access
2.3

2. Release both hood hold-down latches by pulling
the ends outward. See Fig. 2.7.
NOTICE
Do not let the hood free-fall to the fully open po-
sition. To do so could damage the hood or hood
straps.
3. Standing in front of the hood, tilt the rear of the
hood upward until it reaches the over-center po-
sition (45-degrees from vertical). Then slowly
bring it to a stop.
Closing the Hood
1. Push the hood over center.
2. As the hood goes over center, the damper (if
equipped) automatically slows its rate of descent.
If needed, you can also slow the rate of descent
with your hand.
3. Make sure the hood is flush with the cowl, then
secure the hood by engaging both hood hold-
down latches.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that both hold-down
latches are fully engaged before operating the
vehicle.
Emergency Roof Escape Hatch
NOTE: A warning buzzer should sound when
any exit is open.
The bus may have optional emergency roof escape
hatches located near the front and rear of the bus.
On buses equipped with an emergency roof escape
hatch, the opening instructions are clearly displayed
on the hatch cover. See Fig. 2.8.
Emergency Door
Rear Emergency Door
The emergency door is located at the back of the
bus. To open the door, lift the release handle and
push the door out. Once the door is completely open,
it will automatically lock in the open position, allowing
passengers to exit without holding the door open. To
close the door, push it back to release it from the
locked position. Close the door and lock it by push-
ing the release handle down. See Fig. 2.9.
Using the Main Entry/Exit Door in an
Emergency
In an emergency, it may be necessary to use the red
switch above the main door to open the door. Push
down on the red switch to open the door, then push
the door open. See Fig. 2.4 and Fig. 2.10.
Emergency Window Exits
The bus has windows designated as emergency
exits. To open the windows in emergency situations,
follow the instructions that are displayed on the win-
dow frame.
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2
3
4
1. Fender
2. Latch Hook
3. Latch Handle
4. Half-Fender
Fig. 2.7, Hood Hold-Down Latch
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Fig. 2.8, Emergency Roof Escape Hatch
Vehicle Access
2.4

NOTE: Some states require that the operating
instructions be located on the window glass.
Vehicles Built Since January 9, 2008
For vehicles built since January 9, 2008, the passen-
ger emergency window exit is a vertical push-out
window. Lift up on the latch to open the window. A
buzzer will activate when an emergency window exit
is open. See Fig. 2.11 and Fig. 2.12.
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NOTICE
TO RELEASE OPENED DOOR
FROM HELD POSTIION
− OPEN DOOR FULLY
− CLOSE DOOR
Fig. 2.9, Emergency Door
Vehicle Access
2.5

05/09/2007
EMERGENCY
EXIT
DISENGAGE
RELEASE
PUSH
HERE
EMERGENCY RELEASE
DISENGAGE
TORESET DOORS, DRIVER’S DOOR CONTROLS MUST BE IN
FORWARD DOORPUSH
RELEASE
THE’OPEN’ POSITION BEFORE RE−ENGAGING RELEASE
EMERGENCY RELEASE
DISENGAGE
TO RESET DOORS, DRIVER’S DOOR CONTROLS MUST BE IN
FORWARD DOORPUSH
RELEASE
THE ’OPEN’ POSITION BEFORE RE−ENGAGING RELEASE
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Fig. 2.10, Disengaging the Main Entry Door in an Emergency
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1. Window Latch and Buzzer Switch (closed position)
Fig. 2.11, Vertical Push-Out Window (closed position)
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2
1. Window Latch and Buzzer Switch (open position)
2. Window Frame
Fig. 2.12, Vertical Push-Out Window (open position)
Vehicle Access
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3
Bus Features
Windows ........................................................................ 3.1
Mirrors .......................................................................... 3.1
Seats ........................................................................... 3.2
Seat Belts and Tether Belts ......................................................... 3.6
Bus Amenities .................................................................... 3.8
Windshield Washer Reservoir ....................................................... 3.8

Windows
Driver’s Window
To open the driver window, press the lock and slide
the window rearward. The window will only open
half-way. See Fig. 3.1.
Passenger Windows
Passenger windows on the bus are opened by press-
ing the locks on the left-hand and right-hand side of
the window. There are three settings for the passen-
ger windows. The window can be opened to the one-
third, one-half, or full-open positions.
Mirrors
Both driver-side mirrors and crossover mirrors are
standard on the bus.
Mirror Heat Switch, Optional
One or both side-view mirrors can be heated to keep
them clear of fog, frost, and ice.
To heat the mirrors, press the upper part of the mir-
ror heat switch (MIRR HEAT) on the dash. See
Fig. 3.2. When the mirror heat switch is on, an
amber indicator light illuminates inside the switch.
The mirror heat switch is a smart switch (fully multi-
plexed).
Power Mirrors, Optional
The main outside mirrors, if heated, can be equipped
with an electrical remote control located on the
driver’s switch panel. See Fig. 3.3.
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1. Driver’s Window
Fig. 3.1, Driver’s Window
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HEAT
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To heat the mirrors, press up; press down to turn off the
heat.
Fig. 3.2, Mirror Heat Switch
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To adjust the mirror position, press the keypad in the
direction you want the mirror to move.
1. Mirror Select Switch 2. Keypad
Fig. 3.3, Power Mirror Switch Pad
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To select the mirrors on the left-hand side, press the
left side of the mirror select switch. To select the mir-
rors on the right-hand side, press the right side of the
mirror select switch.
The keypad has four arrow keys, pointing up, down,
left, and right. To adjust the mirror position, press the
keypad in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Seats
General Information
WARNING
Keep hands, tools, and other objects away from
the scissor points under the seats. Failure to do
so could cause personal injury.
Unless otherwise noted, all seat adjustments should
be made while seated and before the engine is
started.
Due to the high degree of adjustability found in high-
back air suspension seats, it is possible to set the
seat back recline adjustment and the seat slide ad-
justment in such a combination that the seat back
will come into contact with the rear wall of the
driver’s compartment. It is the responsibility of the
driver to adjust the seat to prevent damage to the
seat and the driver’s compartment.
The following is a description of adjustments that are
available on one or more seats. Not all seats have all
of the adjustments listed below.
1. Seat Slide (fore-and-aft): When this adjustment is
made, the entire seat moves forward or back-
ward on its track. See Fig. 3.4 for a description
of the seat slide and isolator lever.
2. Isolator: This feature (also referred to as back-
slap isolator or Chugger-Snubber®) reduces the
amount of road shock by isolating the occupant
from the motion of the vehicle, and allowing the
upper seat to move in a simple pendulum mo-
tion. Whenever the isolator is not desired, it can
be locked out. See Fig. 3.4.
3. Lumbar Support: Lumbar support changes the
shape of the seat back to give more or less sup-
port to the occupant’s lumbar (lower back) area.
This adjustment is either mechanical or air con-
trolled, depending on make and model of the
seat. See Fig. 3.5.
4. Headrest: When this adjustment is made, the
upper part of the backrest (back cushion)
changes angle to provide head and upper back
support. See Fig. 3.5.
5. Backrest Tilt: This adjustment pivots the backrest
forward or backward. See Fig. 3.6.
6. Seat Cushion Tilt: This adjustment raises or low-
ers the front and/or back of the seat (bottom)
cushion. This adjustment is easier to perform
when all weight is removed from the seat. See
Fig. 3.6.
7. Seat Tilt: When this adjustment is made, the seat
assembly, both backrest and seat cushion, tilts
forward or backward. See Fig. 3.6.
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1. Seat Slide
2. Lumbar Support
3. Isolator
Fig. 3.4, Seat Slide and Isolator Lever
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A. Lumbar Support B. Headrest Adjustment
Fig. 3.5, Lumbar Support and Headrest Adjustment
Bus Features
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