SP18-35H Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SP18-35H
Special Bulletin

Date
Expiration
11.2018
Revision: H
Procedure updated
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P20EE (diagnostic troubleshooting code) SOLUTION - NOX CONVERSION EFFICIENCY

Prevost vehicles

B13R (9700 us/can)
MODEL YEAR(S) AND VEHICLES INVOLVED

NOTICE TO SERVICE CENTERS

Verify vehicle eligibility by checking warranty bulletin status with SAP or via ONLINE WARRANTY SYSTEM

available on Service / Warranty tab of Prevost website.
H3-41, H3-45 coaches
GHG17 or OBD18 compliant vehicles
Model Year: 2017 - 2019
From 2PCH33494HC713735 up to 2PCH33492KC710467 (not incl.)
H3-45 VIP motorhomes
GHG17 or OBD18 compliant vehicles
Model Year: 2017 - 2019
From 2PCVS3493HC713747 up to 2PCVS3491KC720591 (not incl.)
X3-45 coaches
GHG17 or OBD18 compliant vehicles
Model Year: 2017 - 2019
From 4RKG33491H9737417 up to 4RKG33490K9737576 (not incl.)
X3-45 coaches
GHG17 or OBD18 compliant vehicles
Model Year: 2017 - 2019
From 2PCG33490HC736182 up to 2PCG33494KC736404 (not incl.)
X3-45 VIP commercial use

Model Year: 2017 - 2019
GHG17 or OBD18 compliant vehicles
X3-45 VIP motorhomes
From 2PCCS3495HC736180 up to 2PCBS3491KC736437 (not incl.)
Model Year: 2017 - 2019

VOLVO 9700

Model Year: 2017 - 2019
Writer: EL
GHG17 or OBD18 compliant vehicles

From 3CET2V927H5184392 up to 3CET2V926K5194709 incl.
SP18-35H
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DESCRIPTION
For the vehicles on which a notification for SP18-35 exists, perform the following checklist and operations. It

has been determined that these vehicles had the code (DTC) P20EE activated.

DO NOT perform this special bulletin on a specific vehicle unless a notification exists, otherwise, no

reimbursement will be awarded.

You can request a vehicle to be notified, to do so, send a request to the Technical Publications functional

mailbox: technicalpublications_prev@volvo.com and include a screen capture of diagnostic troubleshooting code

P20EE.

MATERIAL

Part required

Part No.
Description
Qty
22677399
GASKET, DEF INJECTION NOZZLE
1
21376801
SEALING PLATE
1
22677399
21376801
NOTE

Material can be obtained through regular channels.

Other parts that may be required. Note that these parts are not covered by this bulletin.

Part No.
Description
Qty
22303390
NOx SENSOR, PRE
1
22303391
NOx SENSOR, POST
1
Writer: EL
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DANGER

Park vehicle safely, apply parking brake, stop the engine. Prior to working on the vehicle, set the

ignition switch to the OFF position and trip the main circuit breakers equipped with a trip button. On

Commuter type vehicles, set the battery master switch (master cut-out) to the OFF position.
IMPORTANT NOTES

DO NOT perform WB18-04 or WB18-84 EMS & ACM SOFTWARE UPDATE before the

following checklist, otherwise useful diagnostic codes and monitor data could be erased.

Wb18-04 for Prevost coaches, Wb18-84 for Volvo 9700
Any troubleshooting labor of active DTCs (Diagnostic Troubleshooting Codes) other than

P20EE is considered as a separate operation of the RO (repair order) and cannot be charged

to this special bulletin.

Perform the steps in the same order as they appear. If this recommendation is not followed,

required diagnostic information might not be recoverable after the software update.
Writer: EL
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Vehicle identification

H3

X3

9700





V.I.N (short) : __ ̶ __ __ __ __
OPERATIONS TO BE PERFORMED IN ADVANCE BY THE SERVICE ADVISOR

Ask the customer whether he/she noticed an abnormal consumption of oil or coolant.

Search all relevant information concerning the aftertreatment system or severe turbo failure in the history of

repairs of the vehicle and record. Attach to the repair order.

Also check if SP18-35 has already been performed on that particular coach. If this is the case, do not perform

SP18-35 once again, contact the Technical Publications for instructions. You can send a message to the

Technical Publications functional mailbox: technicalpublications_prev@volvo.com

NOTE/RESULTS:
Writer: EL
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checklist
1
Before performing any engine ECM software update, connect PTT and check the diagnostic

codes related to EMS and ACM.
INITIALS

& DATE
Confirm that code P20EE is present (whether active or inactive). Take a screen capture of the

DTCs and save for submittal. If P20EE is not present, do not continue with this checklist.

Is the code P20EE present? YES 
NO
COMMENTS/RESULTS:

2
Before performing any engine ECM software update, take a screen capture of the five most

recent SCR efficiency evaluations and save for submittal.
•
Test screen 2589‐08‐03‐05 on PTT with software version prior to 2.8
•
Operation 25846-3 option D on PTT with newest software version (see next

image)
OPERATION 25846-3 OPTION D ON PTT WITH NEWEST SOFTWARE VERSION
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Example of SCR efficiency evaluations
COMMENTS/RESULTS:

3
Check if there are leaks at the Charge Air Cooler (soapy water test). Check if there are leaks of

EGR, exhaust gas (between turbo and SCR converter). Note any presence of soot. Any repair is

considered as a separate operation of the RO (repair order) and cannot be charged to this special

bulletin.

Note: Try to clear exhaust clamps while keeping in mind the state of the insulating blankets

to avoid damages because the heat can make them fragile over time.

Leaks were found? YES
NO
COMMENTS/RESULTS:

4
Check and record the engine ECU (a.k.a. Engine Control Module ECM) software number.

To do so, check in the dashboard DID. Select DIAGNOSTICS > PART NUMBER > ENGINE ECU
Engine ECU software number: ___________________________

COMMENTS/RESULTS:

5
Engine ECU (a.k.a. Engine Control Module ECM) software update.
Writer: EL
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If the engine ECU software is not up to date, perform an update to the latest version (software

version should be 23766686 or higher).

COMMENTS/RESULTS:

6
Remove DEF doser, perform the dosing test (operation 25846-3 option B) and record the results

below.

Expected values: small dosing: 49 - 60 ml
large dosing: 196 - 240 ml
Dosing amount: small________ ml
large _________ ml
COMMENTS/RESULTS:

7
Test the concentration of DEF and record the result below. Tool: refractometer # 88890105.
Is the DEF of proper concentration?

Writer: EL
YES 
NO
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Check inside the pipe downstream of the DEF injector for any accumulation of solid (crystallized)

DEF, attach pictures of crystal accumulations if applicable. Reinstall the DEF injector with two new

seals.

NOTE: A small amount of crystal accumulation is normal.

Is there significant/excessive DEF crystal buildup?
YES 
NO
COMMENTS/RESULTS:
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Perform the Exhaust aftertreatment system analysis (operation 25065-3)
Take a screen capture of the Test result (image below) and save for submittal.
COMMENTS/RESULTS:
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Authorization for the replacement of the SCR converter

An analysis of this checklist with the comments/results must be done in order to allow the

replacement of the SCR converter.

Scan and send this checklist with all the relevant documents, screen captures, etc. to the

Technical Publications functional mailbox: technicalpublications_prev@volvo.com

Please indicate in the “subject line”: SP18-35 and the short V.I.N.

below…
as
in
the
example
COMMENTS/RESULTS:
Writer: EL
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PARTS / WASTE DISPOSAL

Discard waste according to applicable environmental regulations (Municipal/State [Prov.]/ Federal)
WARRANTY

This diagnostic is covered by Prevost’s normal warranty. We will reimburse you the parts and labor upon receipt

of a warranty claim according to the following:

PARTS COVERED BY THIS BULLETIN

22677399
DEF injection nozzle gasket
Qty: 1
21376801
sealing plate
Qty: 1
Any other parts such as parts installed to correct exhaust leaks or for the replacement of sensors cannot

be charged to this bulletin. These are covered by the normal warranty when applicable and must be

charged on a different operation.

LABOR COVERED BY THIS BULLETIN

The time allowed to complete this bulletin in its entirety is 2.25 hours
This allowed time covers the execution of the procedure described in this document only. Any corrective

work such as replacing the DEF injector, correcting exhaust leaks or any diagnostic work of active DTCs

codes other than P20EE is considered a separate operation on the repair order and cannot be charged

to this special bulletin.
Please submit claim via our Online Warranty System, available at www.prevostcar.com (under Service \

Warranty section). Use Claim Type: “Bulletin/Recall” and select ‘’Warranty Bulletin SP18-35 ".
Writer: EL
SP18-35H
Special Bulletin

Date

11.2018
OTHER

VBC Bulletin
N/A
Fail Code
04.04-1
Defect Code
9
Syst. Cond
B
Causal Part
21970125
Expiration
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Access all our Service Bulletins on
http://techpub.prevostcar.com/en/

or scan the QR-Code with your smart phone.
Prevost engages in a continuous program of testing and evaluating to provide the best possible product. Prevost, however, is not committed

to, or liable for updating existing products.
Writer: EL

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