NHTSA ID Number: 10241499
Manufacturer Communication Number: 46-003
TSB/Document Date: 2023-09-01
Summary
There is currently a repair procedure available for model 579EV that will address issues caused by the previous BEV2 R5.00_002 software update shown in the Introduction section. This repair involves replacement of the Bendix
ABS ECU with an updated version and a software update to R5.00_003. Repairs for model 520EV will be available at a future date.
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TSB/Document ID: 46-003
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2023-08-01
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MFR Component System:
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46-003: 579EV Battery-Electric Vehicle R5 Software System Operation Impact
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579EV Battery-Electric Vehicle R5 Software System Operation Impact
Subject
579EV Battery-Electric Vehicle R5 Software System Operation Impact
Whats New Abstract
There is currently a repair procedure available for model 579EV that will address issues caused by the previous BEV2 R5.00_002 software update shown in
the Introduction section. This repair involves replacement of the Bendix ABS ECU with an updated version and a software update to R5.00_003.
Repairs for model 520EV will be available at a future date.
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Introduction
N OT E
There is currently a repair procedure
available for model 579EV that will address
issues caused by the previous BEV2
R5.00_002 software update shown below.
This repair involves replacement of the
Bendix ABS ECU with an updated version and
a software update to R5.00_003.
Repairs for model 520EV will be available at
a future date.
With Battery-Electric vehicle software R5, the vehicle may experience the following issues:
1. The power gauge displays axle RPM instead of power draw. This is not an accurate representation of power draw and could lead to incorrect estimations
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of power usage. All other gauges will continue to operate normally.
2. Air conditioning compressor is inoperative below 10 mph (16 kph) and over 40 mph (65 kph).
• The HVAC blower, heater, and defroster will operate normally to keep the windshield clear.
3. Low air and low coolant audible alarms (buzzers) are inoperative below 10 mph (16 kph).
• Visual low air and low coolant warnings will operate normally to warn the driver of low air pressure and low coolant levels.
Revision
08/01/23 – Bulletin has been updated to inform dealers that a fix is available to correct issues caused by the BEV2 R5.00_002 update related to safety
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recall 23PBA. Repair procedures and warranty claim instructions have been added. Repairs for model 520EV will be available at a future date.
Chassis Affected
44 – Model Year 2022 and 2023 579EV Battery-Electric Vehicles with Meritor Drive axles and R5.00_002 software.
Action
Campaign
1. Service all chassis affected that enter your dealership, even if the customer has no issue with the chassis. This campaign can be performed at any time
convenient for the customer (for example: during next scheduled maintenance interval).
2. Review the attached chassis list for your dealer code and schedule your customer(s) for service if their chassis is on the list. Review SIR for “Complete”
next to the 46003 campaign code prior to performing this repair.
3. Follow the repair procedures in the Procedures section below.
N OT E
You must have EV Meritor Blue Horizon Diagnostic
Software to perform necessary updates.
If you do not currently have this software, it can be
purchased at the following link:
https://meritor.snapon.com/Shopping/Catalog.aspx
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Warranty
For repairs completed by 08/01/2024, Peterbilt will pay for parts at dealer net plus applicable mark-up and labor.
NOTE
An update to the repair procedures
implemented on 08/01/2023 has resulted in
changes to standard repair times.
FOR REPAIRS PERFORMED BEFORE 08/01/2023:
• 0.8 hours to open TCS 365 case, Meritor OnTrac case, update ECU to R5.3, and remove and replace Bendix ABS ECU per previous procedures. Use
quick claim code 46003A. This claim MUST include a Meritor OnTrac claim number. See Meritor Warranty Requirements for more information.
• For extraordinary circumstances please use code 46003, add from “Recommended Repairs”, and then select the gear icon to edit Parts/Labor/Misc.
FOR REPAIRS PERFORMED ON OR AFTER 08/01/2023:
• 1.5 hours to open TCS 365 case, Meritor OnTrac case, update ECU to R5.3, and remove, replace Bendix ABS ECU, calibrate yaw rate, lateral
acceleration, and steering angle sensors, and perform test drive to verify repair per attached procedures. Use quick claim code 46003B. This claim MUST
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include a Meritor OnTrac claim number. See Meritor Warranty Requirements for more information.
• For extraordinary circumstances please use code 46003, add from “Recommended Repairs”, and then select the gear icon to edit Parts/Labor/Misc.
File a claim in PRWS by selecting the appropriate item under 'Recommended Repairs.’
File the claim within 14 days in accordance with Warranty Policy.
Take-Off Parts Disposition: Scrap take-off parts 30 days after claim is paid.
PRWS CLAIM CODING
Campaign
46003
Code:
ampaign
C
Type:
laim
C
Truck
Category:
Repair Type: Proactive
Customer
Concern 293
Code:
Causal Code: 33
Corrective
Action
23
Code:
esponsibility
R
SUPPLIER
Code:
Failure
013Causal Part:
Location: 011-076
Supplier
Code:
17114EV SRT Code:
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Meritor
Field Repair
K209617SC000BXW
B46-33B
1.0 hours
Remove and
replace Bendix ABS
ECU, relearn
sensors, and test
drive. Repairs
performed on or
after 08/01/23
B46-03A
0.5 hours
Open TCS 365 case,
Meritor OnTrac
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case, and program
the ECU.
B46-33C
0.3 hours
Remove and
replace Bendix ABS
ECU. Repairs
performed before
08/01/23
Parts
Before ordering from PACCAR Parts, please have the following:
Year/Make/Model,
Full VIN
ECU requires programmed PAR file from PACCAR Parts ordered through truck down and it is not returnable.
Quantity
Part Number
Description
1
K271852SC000BXW
ABS Control
Module
Background
There is currently a repair procedure available for model 579EV that will address issues caused by the previous BEV2 R5.00_002 software update. This
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repair involves replacement of the Bendix ABS control unit with an updated version and a software update to R5.00_003.
Repairs for model 520EV will be available at a future date.
Procedure
Please follow your dealership's safety procedures and precautions to ensure the vehicle can be safely repaired and maintained.
See Repair Procedure in Links section.
Attachments
46-003 Repair Procedures
46-003 Chassis List
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