SP 2-235-004

SERVICE PROGRAM
June, 2018

ATTENTION:

Service Managers / Parts Managers

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY:

SUBJECT:

Service Programs are performed on eligible
vehicles at no charge to the owner until the
expiration date listed above.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

SERVICE PROGRAM
INFORMATION:

Installation of Tru-Flex exhaust pipe.
This Service Program provides information
and instructions for the installation of the TruFlex 4-inch exhaust pipe on certain exhaust
configurations of MY 2014 to 2018 Xpeditors.

PROGRAM EXPIRES:
June 31, 2019

VEHICLES AFFECTED:

There are 956 units manufactured between
August 2013 and August 2017 affected by this
Service Program. To determine if a vehicle
is affected by this Service Program, log in to
the Autocar Warranty Management System at
www.autocartruck.com. From the main menu,
select “View Service Programs” and look for
the Autocar Service Program number above.
An excel file will be accessible with the VIN
list of affected vehicles. Alternatively, to
determine if a single vehicle is affected, select
“VIN Profile” from the main menu. In the
“Chassis Number” field, enter the last 6 of the
VIN. Once the VIN profile is displayed, scroll
down to the “Service Program Information”
section to determine if the recall is open.

Service Programs are product modifications
and/or product improvements that Autocar
has determined will enhance the operation of
the truck. In a continuing effort to inform our
customers of potential service issues and
avoid unnecessary down time, Autocar has
identified the following operation as
recommended preventive maintenance.
This Service Program should be added to
your preventive maintenance and service
manuals.
While being committed to continuous product
improvement, Autocar is not liable for
updating existing chassis after they have been
placed in service.
Questions regarding this Service Program
should be directed to Autocar Technical
Support at 888-218-3611.

TO OBTAIN PARTS:

DO NOT submit a Solutions ticket.
Ensure that you have authorization from the
customer to perform this work and send an
e-mail to: [email protected]
Include:
1. VIN(s) (or) (last 6 digits of the VIN(s))
2. Attention To Name
3. Ship To Address.

Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

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REQUIRED PARTS:

(1) S2351007K001 Bellows Kit
(1) A2351018-002 Tru-Flex Pipe
(2) GZ220004-001 V-Band Clamp
(2) A2350835-001 Gasket V-Band Clamp

CLAIMS FOR REIMBURSEMENT:
Submit a claim for reimbursement in
accordance with Autocar’s Warranty
Administration Manual.

CLAIM CODING INFORMATION:
Repair
Number
(Op Code)

Time
Allowance
(SRT)

25211-2-01

1.0 HR

TOOL REQUIRED:

Description

SAFETY NOTICES:
Allow the vehicle’s engine and cooling
system to cool to ambient temperature before
performing the repair procedure. A hot engine
or cooling assembly may cause burns or other
personal injury.

Never rely on the hydraulic pressure to hold
the cab in an open position. Always use the
safety pin in the cab tilt lock tube to prevent
serious personal injury or death.

Install flex pipe

3/8 inch drive torque wrench (12 Lbs.- Ft.)
inch drive ratchet
1/2 inch – 3/8 inch drive socket

To prevent eye injury, always wear eye
protection
when
performing
vehicle
maintenance, service or inspection.

Before working on a vehicle, set the parking
brake, place the transmission in neutral and
block the wheels. Failure to do so can result in
unexpected vehicle movement and can cause
serious personal injury or death.

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Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

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SERVICE PROGRAM
June, 2018

Working on CNG/LNG Trucks

If you store or dispense Compressed Natural
Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG),
or if you work on CNG or LNG trucks, your
location must be fully compliant with applicable
codes, regulations and standards, including
National Fire Protection Associate (NFPA)
codes, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
standards, American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV)
standards, the United States Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR) and your state and local
fire and other applicable codes (including, for
example, the California Code of Regulations
and the Texas Administrative Code).
Contact your local fire department for guidance
and additional compliance information.
Technicians working on Autocar trucks with
CNG or LNG engines must be trained in the
proper repair of CNG and LNG trucks and
engines and the safe storage and dispensing
of CNG and LNG.

Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

Working on CNG Fuel Systems

CNG fuel systems include a high pressure
(3600 psi) system for fuel storage and a low
pressure system (125 psi) for consumption by
the engine. Understanding the characteristics
of CNG and how the fuel system works will
prevent injury and damage to persons and
property.
Attempting to operate or maintain any CNG fuel
system without proper training is dangerous.
Complete training and consult instructional
bulletins from the CNG system suppliers, such
as Agility Fuel Systems’ Field Service Bulletin,
Safely Working on CNG Fuel Systems.

Welding and Hot Work Near CNG
and LNG Trucks

Welding, grinding and other “hot work” can
be safely performed on or near a CNG or
LNG vehicle, but certain precautions must
be followed. Understand and perform the
necessary precautions provided by the CNG
system suppliers, such as Agility Fuel Systems’
Field Service Bulletin, Welding and Hot Work
Precautions Near CNG and LNG Vehicles.

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CNG Cylinders

CNG fuel containers must meet Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 304
(Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Container
Integrity) and/or ANSI/CSA NGV2 (Basic
Requirements for Compressed Natural Gas
Vehicle Fuel Containers). Both standards
specify a detailed visual examination every
three years.
Ensure that every truck owner completes the
required inspections, in accordance with the
applicable standards and other resources, such
as the Clean Vehicle Education Foundation
and NGVAmerica’s Compressed Natural Gas
(CNG) Container Visual Inspection Advisory.
FMVSS 304 also requires that cylinders not be
used after the end of life (EOL) date provided
on the tank label. The EOL date is also
displayed in the engine compartment and at
the fueling connection of each truck. If there
is any question as to proper decommissioning
of a cylinder, contact the manufacturer, whose
name and address is also required to be on
the label.

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CNG Fuel Container Pressure
Relief Devices (PRDs)

PRDs must be properly maintained and
positioned for safe operation of a CNG fuel
system. Missing vent caps can allow moisture
into PRDs and vent lines, which can freeze
and damage these safety components. Debris
which clogs the PRDs and/or vent lines can
prevent proper function.
PRDs must be positioned to vent upward, not
outward, from a vehicle.
Ensure that every truck owner completes
periodic inspections of the PRDs and vent lines
and systems, in accordance with guidance
provided by the system component suppliers.

Alert First Responders to CNG
and LNG

In the event of a fire or other emergency, alert
first responders to the presence and location
of CNG fuel systems, tanks and dispensers.
Ensure that emergency personnel are aware
of proper precautions, such as those provided
in Agility’s First Responder Guide: CNG and
LNG Vehicle Fuel Systems.

Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

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LOCKOUT/TAGOUT
PROCEDURES:

Before entering the vehicle or vehicle body,
read and follow OSHA regulations concerning
entry and working in “CONFINED SPACE”
OSHA 1910.146 and “LOCKOUT/TAGOUT”
OSHA 1910.147. Follow OSHA regulations
while performing any work on the vehicle. The
vehicle must be disabled by the following steps
before performing any work on the vehicle:
1. Place the transmission in NEUTRAL.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Shut the engine OFF.
4. Lock cab doors, keep the key in your
pocket. Block the wheels before entering
the body or performing any work on the
vehicle.
5. Turn the battery disconnect switch OFF, if
equipped.
6. Completely drain the air from the
primary/A system and secondary/B
system by opening the drain valves on
the air tanks themselves or by using the
drain manifold if supplied. When draining
the air tanks, do not look into the area
where air is draining. Dirt or sludge
particles may be expelled in the air
stream and can cause eye injury.
7. Place magnetic “DANGER” signs on both
cab doors before entering the body or
performing any work on the vehicle.
8. Take proper precautions before working
under the vehicle. Use ramps approved
for the weight of your vehicle, or use floor
jacks and stands. Never work under a
vehicle supported by jacks alone. Always
use jack stands to support the vehicle.
Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE:
1.

Raise the cab in accordance with
the following safety precautions and
procedures.

Due to the danger of sustaining personal injury
and/or damage to the vehicle, never attempt to
raise the cab outdoors under extremely windy
conditions. The strong wind conditions could
force the cab beyond the normal limits of its
travel.

Remove or secure all loose articles and close
all doors before raising the cab. The area
above and ahead of the cab must be clear
from obstructions. Place front wheels in a
straight ahead position.
Remove the pump handle from its storage
on the inside of the cab near the driver or
passenger seat.
Place the selector lever on the hydraulic pump
in the RAISE position. Insert the pump handle
into the pump and operate the handle in an up
and down motion. The hydraulic cab latches
will open, then the hydraulic cylinders will lift
the cab until the midpoint (top) is reached.
Once the cab has reached its midpoint the cab
will move forward to the fully open position.
The safety pin in the cab tilt lock device must
be installed when the holes line up in the
sliding bar.
Remove the pump handle when not in use.
It may stick out and could cause injury to
passersby.

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Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

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June, 2018

2.

Remove the existing flex pipe, clamps
and gaskets and discard.

3.

Install the new gaskets (A2350835-001)
on each end of the new Tru-Flex pipe
(A2351018-002) (see Figure 1).

4.

Install the new Tru-Flex pipe (with
gaskets) to the exhaust pipe
(see Figure 1).

5.

Install the new V-Band clamps
(GZ220004-001) and tighten to 12 Lbs.Ft. (16 N-m) of torque (see Figure 1).

6.

Lower the cab.

7.

Installation is complete.

V-BAND CLAMP
GZ220004-001
GASKET V-BAND CLAMP
A2350835-001

Tru-Flex PIPE
A2351018-002

Figure 1

Autocar, LLC
4680 Pinson Valley Parkway
Center Point, AL 35215
888-318-2611

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