2014 Peterbilt 520 TSBs
20 Technical Service Bulletins across 8 categories
Categories
Electrical
6 bulletinsThe current chassis harness connector contains a wire that is no longer necessary with the latest electrical architecture.
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The presence of the wire could result in a false fault code.
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.
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.
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.
Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead...
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to sensor corrosion.
Other
3 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."
Information only: Some model 320 and 520 vehicles built before 3/11/2019 may experience loss or loosening of doghouse insulation.
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Reference the procedure in the attachment section to properly remove and replace the insulation.
Fix-As-Fail: Two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
Engine
2 bulletinsInfo 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.
An engine software update is required to resolve OBD system readiness, DEF doser diagnostics, and otherOBD system...
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software related issues.
Software & Calibration
2 bulletinsThe service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
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 bulletinsInfo Only Certain 520 model chassis built between 2014 and 2021, and equipped with the Red Dot HVAC system, may have...
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service port spacing which will not allow the connection of a pressure gauge to both the high and low side service ports simultaneously. A specific tool is available from the supplier that will allow a technician to bypass this design issue.
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the...
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A/C compressor.
Body & Paint
2 bulletinsInformation 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.
Fix as Fail: Some model 520 right hand stand up vehicles built before 07/16/19 are experiencing washer fluid leakage...
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from the windshield reservoir through the vent line. Resolution is to replace the current washer fluid line with a longer length.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
2 bulletinsInformation only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
Information 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).
Brakes
1 bulletinSafety Recall Bulletin: Updated with permanent repair path for phase 1 vehicles.
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The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 18V368. Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash software.