VOLVO - Maintenance of Parts

1. FLAP DOOR LOCKS : 
   

    Flap door side locks should be oiled, and the lock catcher should be greased once a week, so as to ensure easy opening and closing of flap door and for good life of the locks and flap door. 

2. DRIVER DOOR LOCK CATCHER AND LOCK BOLTS :

   The driver door lock catcher should be greased regularly and the bolts of the lock catcher as well as lock should be tightened regularly. 

3. ENGINE COMPARTMENT MESH :

   Engine compartment mesh belts and nuts should be tightened regularly i.e., once in a week.

4. CLOSING OF FLAP DOOR :

  Flap door should be closed at minimum distance from the bus body and it should not be pushed to close.

5. DOORS : 

  Always ensure that both the passenger door and the driver door operation is smooth and the locks are functioning. The passenger door is operated by pneumatic mechanism. In case of leakage from any coupling, report for necessary rectification. When the door is shut properly the lamp above the door should automatically get off.

6. SAFETY BELTS :

 Safety belts are put on Driver Seat, Co-Driver Seat, Front most passenger seats and Rear most middle seat. Please ensure that these are put properly before driving. Always ensure proper working of the belts, as it is a life saving device.

7. SIDE FLAPS :

  The side flaps for luggage compartment and service accesses are operated by pressurized gas springs. NEVER TRY TO DIS-ASSEMBLE THE GAS SPRINGS. In case of non operation of any gas spring, the same should be reported for replacement. There is a beeper fitted in the Electrical junction box, which will beep constantly when any flap is open. As soon as the flap is closed the beeper should automatically switch off. The lamp fitted inside the luggage compartment will automatically come on when the side flap is opened. For safety purpose, please ensure that all flaps including the engine flap are locked and the lock cover is closed before driving.

8. FIRE EXTINGUISHER :

  There are two fire extinguishers of 'ABC' Grade provided on the coach. The 2 Kg container is located near the front exit door and the 1 Kg container is located below the middle seat of the rear row.

THE FRONT FIRE EXTINGUISHER ON A VOLVO B9R 

REAR FIRE EXTINGUISHER ON A VOLVO B9R 

9. PASSENGER DOOR OPERATION CONTROL : 

  The operating mechanism is below the first entry step. This step is hinged and openable, clean the dust below this step everyday. DO NOT SPRAY WATER ON THE SYSTEM DIRECTLY. Drain the air tanks once a week for moisture/oil free air.

10.  A/C VENT CONSOLE : 

 Turn the vent console (inside the A/C duct) clockwise to open the vent. NEVER PULL THEM. NEVER BLOCK THE PERMANENT OPEN VENTS ABOVE THE HATRACK WITH LUGGAGE ETC

AC VENT CONSOLE ABOVE THE PASSENGER SEATS ON A VOLVO B9R 

AC PERMANENT OPEN VENTS ABOVE THE HATRACK ON A VOLVO B9R 

11. SEAT CONTROL : 

   Driver, Co-Driver and passenger seat function of each control. Tighten seat anchor bolts once a month.

12. ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BOX :

  The electrical junction box is located above the driver seat. The box has a base cover which has a clamp and lock. DO NOT TAMPER WITH ANY FEATURE IN THE ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BOX. DO NOT KEEP ANY OTHER MATERIAL IN THE BOX. All repair works to be done by authorized mechanics only.

13. HATRACK : 

  This is designed to carry light weight personal belongings only. All heavy luggages should be placed only in the under-slung luggage compartment. OVERLOADING WITH HEAVY LUGGAGE WILL LEAD TO PREMATURE FAILURE AND RATTLING OF THE HATRACK. Never block the A/C vents with luggage.

PIC SHOWING OVERHEAD HATRACK FOR STORAGE OF LIGHT WEIGHT BELONGINGS ON A VOLVO B9R 

PIC SHOWING UNDER-SLUNG LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT OF A VOLVO B9R 

14. WIPER WASHER TANK :

   This tank is below the bumper with this pump. This tank socket cover and the clamps should be kept intact. Keep this tank filled with water to wipe / wash the front windshield.

15. REAR VIEW MIRROR POSITION / ADJUST : 

  Rear view mirror position / adjustment should be done by the Electrical Knob provided on the dashboard and this Knob should be operated smoothly.

16. PASSENGER & DRIVER DOOR TO BE CLOSED BEFORE DRIVING :

  Passenger and driver door should be closed before driving otherwise it may cause accident & damage the door.

17. ROOF HATCH GLASS TO BE CLOSED BEFORE DRIVING 

  Roof hatch glass should be closed before driving because the A/C cooling effect will be less when the glass is open and the glass may also break if it hits any material while driving.

ROOF HATCH GLASS OF THE VOLVO B9R 

18. FRONT WINDSHIELD GLASS CLEANING : 

  The front windshield glass should be cleaned every day so that the driver can see the outer things properly.

CREW CLEANING THE FRONT WINDSHIELD GLASS OF A VOLVO B11R 

19. FRONT BUMPER CLOSED BEFORE DRIVING : 

  The front bumper should be closed before driving to avoid any accidents.

20. FIRST AID KIT : 

  The first aid kit should have complete medicines in it and if any material is used, it should be replaced immediately.