2012 Kenworth W900 TSBs
30 Technical Service Bulletins across 12 categories
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Engine
9 bulletinsEaton ultrashift plus excessive engine over-speed lamp on.
FIX-AS-FAIL - ENGINE OVER-SPEED LAMP COULD COME ON AFTER A DOWNSHIFT WITH THE EATON ULTRASHIFT PLUS TRANSMISSION.
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THIS DOES NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTION OF THE VEHICLE.
KENWORTH: INFORMATION REGARDING POSSIBLE CORRUPTION OF ENGINE SETTINGS IF CURRENT VERSION ESA 4.1.0.17 IS USED AND NOT...
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FUNCTION PROPERLY AND A SPECIAL VERSION IS POSSIBLY REQUIRED FOR CHASSIS. MODELS 2012 T270, 370, 470,660, 800 AND W900. *PE
KENWORTH: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SPECIFIC PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT ELEMENTS ARE DESCRIBED IN BULLETIN FOR CHASSIS BENEFITING FROM ENGINE SOFTWARE UPDATES. MODELS 2010-2012 T660, T700, T800, W900. *PE
KENWORTH: OIL COLLECTION AT CAC INTAKE PIPE IS CAUSED BY AN IMBALANCE IN TURBOCHARGER PRESSURES.
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MODELS T660, T800, T700, AND W900. *PE
KENWORTH (PACCAR): ENGINE SOFTWARE UPDATE REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION OF HC DOSER SHIELDS AND/OR EGR CLEANING FOR CHASSIS.
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*PE
KENWORTH: INFORMATION FOR AFTERTREATMENT, PMCI OR RELATED ISSUES, CAUSED BY CORROSION FOR WATER IN FUEL (WIF) SENSOR,...
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AT ENGINE HARNESS J175 CONNECTOR. *PE
PACCAR: ENGINEERING STANDARDS HAVE CHANGED AND THERE ARE NOW ENGINES WITH HEAT TREATED BOLTS.
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*RM
PACCAR: A SOFTWARE UPDATE IS CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON.
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*RM
Electrical
4 bulletinsInformation Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the...
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appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
Information Only Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead...
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to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
KENWORTH: DIAGNOSTICS INDICATE FAILED FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION IN REPAIRS AND BEFORE COMPONENT IS REPLACED, DIAL...
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FACE SHOULD BE CLEANED AND FAILURE VERIFIED. ALL KENWORTH MODELS WITH OHM DIAL OR OPEN CARD STYLE FUEL SENDERS. *PE
Transmission
3 bulletinsFix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator...
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(LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.
KENWORTH: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SOFTWARE CORRECTION AND FAN CLUTCH LININGS REPLACEMENT MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DUE TO OE PROGRAMMING. *PE
KENWORTH: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE EATON TRANSMISSIONS MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO HAVING WATER INTRUSION WHICH CAN CAUSE THE ECU TO STOP WORKING.
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LOSS OF COMMUNICATION AND PRIMARY FUNCTION MAY REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE ECU'S FAILURE MODE. *PE
Fuel System
3 bulletinsKENWORTH: ON SOME CHASSIS, FUEL LINE ROUTING CLAMP WAS OMITTED AND CORRECTIVE ACTION IS REQUIRED.
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MODELS 2012 T800, W900. *PE
KENWORTH: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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LINE FATIGUE FAILURE MAY BE DUE TO EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS OF HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINES AND DIESEL FUEL LEAK AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP. *PE
PACCAR SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SOME KENWORTH VEHICLES ARE MISSING AN EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE LABEL. *RM
Other
2 bulletins"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes.
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2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."
KENWORTH: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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THE CHASSIS MAY NOT HAVE THE PROPER ASSEMBLY CONTROLS IN PLACE FOR DRAGLINK CONNECTIONS TORQUE. MODELS C500, K500, T660, T800 AND W900 2011-2012. *PE
Software & Calibration
2 bulletinsUpdate to existing Bulletin
Information Only - Vehicles built with NAMUX software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer.
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The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
HVAC & Climate
2 bulletinsFix as Fail The HVAC system, on model 579 and 567 vehicles manufactured since 1/20/2012 may have inadequate temperature control.
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The HVAC may intermittently stop blowing cold air, typically after a truck restart. Driver may notice the system returns to normal after key cycle. The remedy is updating HVAC software.
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the...
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A/C compressor.
Brakes
1 bulletinCertain C500/T440/T470/T660/T680/T800/T880/W900 chassis may have air tank reservoirs that do not meet air volume...
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requirements per FMVSS/CMVSS 121 Air Brake Systems. This bulletin will be updated when repair parts and procedures are available.
Body & Paint
1 bulletinInformation Only Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate.
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Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
1 bulletinInformation Only This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke...
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Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
Lighting
1 bulletinKENWORTH: SOME TRUCKS FAILED TO MEET COMPANY STANDARDS FOR AIR VOLUME LIFT AXLE AND THE COMPANY WILL INCREASE AIR...
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VOLUME FOR WORTHWHILE IMPROVEMENT TO EXCEED GOVERNMENT FMVSS 121. MODEL T800, W900. *PE
Suspension
1 bulletinKENWORTH: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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CORRECTION ON LISTED CHASSIS, AFTER NEWAY SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM PIVOT JOINT BOLT TORQUE WAS CHECKED AND INSPECTED. MODELS 2012 C500S, T800S, W900S. *PE