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2021 Peterbilt 379 TSBs

12 Technical Service Bulletins across 8 categories

Engine

3 bulletins
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Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting issues.

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A new Starter Troubleshooting Guide has been created to provide a comprehensive list of starting system checks, which should reduce unnecessary starter replacements and associated warranty claims. Engine starting system warranty claims now require a completed Starter Checklist, a Battery Pack Midtronics Report, and a Cable Drop Midtronics Report. Claims filed without these documents may be denied.

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Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with...

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Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic cs hardware to deliver secure software updates remotely. This will reduce downtime and save on maintenance costs for eligible vehicles.

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Information Only: Due to differences between the PACCAR MX-11 or MX-13 2021A and 2021B engines, technicians must be able...

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to identify which of these engines are in a chassis.

Electrical

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10201965

Fix-As-Fail Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available.

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As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software update will allow a vehicle to continue operation with a failed DEF sensor by disabling the DEF sensor diagnostics.

10177021

Information 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.

10177019

Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (SOC) exhaust and built from...

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03/6/2006 to 1/20/2020, the clamps that secure the SOC exhaust stacks may not be tightened properly. This may allow the exhaust stack to rotate and contact the cab or sleeper.

Other

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11037541

"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."

Software & Calibration

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10219235

The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.

Fuel System

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10208758

Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile...

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Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G antennas as a primary antenna may experience this degradation.

Steering

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10194784

Information Only - Power steering reservoir cap may separate during removal when it is pulled upward instead of twisted.

Body & Paint

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10188550

Information 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.

Lighting

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10182219

Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has introduced an improved mounting bracket for low mount air tanks for vehicles built between...

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January 01, 2017 and July 06, 2020. Torsional vibration may stress the currently-installed brackets and cause them to fail near the bottom of the frame rail.