FL264 Meritor-WABCO Hydraulic ABS ECU
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1. WORK INSTRUCTIONS Please refer to attached work instructions REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement kits are now available and can be obtained by ordering the kit number s listed below from your facing Parts Distribution Center If you have replacement kit 25 SF192 000 already in stock it can be used as the replacement kit for vehicles involved in FL264A ONLY in lieu of 25 FL264 000 If our records indicate your dealership has ordered any vehicles involved in campaign number FL264A E a list of the customers and vehicle identification numbers is enclosed Please refer to this list when ordering parts for this campaign Refer to Table 1 for FL264A replacement kit 25 FL264 000 25 FL264 000 Der Qty per Suggested Campaign Number Kit Number Part Description Part Number Wholesale 259 43 U S FL264A 25 FL264 000 Meritor WABCO ECU WAB446 109 007 0 422 75 CAN Please charge all Direct Warranty Customers the above listed price for the kit as they are authorized to perform their own Recalls Table 1 Refer to Table 2 for FL264B replacement kit 25 FL264 001 Page 1 FREIGHTLINER LLC Recall Campaign E January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA 00V 279 001 25 FL264 001 mer Qty per Suggested Campaign Number Kit Number Part Description Part Number Wholesale A E itor 272 47 U S FL264B 25 FL264 001 Meritor WABCO ECU WAB446 044 084 0 444 09 CAN Please charge all Direct Warranty Customers the above listed price f2. ECU Then properly dispose of the unit Enter the recall number and the date the work was performed on a completion sticker Form W 147 Clean an area on the applicable location on the vehicle and attach the sticker ECU Reconfiguration Reconfigure the ECU on Business Class vehicles Use the WABCO Reconfiguration Tool Fig 3 NOTE This tool is for reconfiguration of hydraulic ABS systems only 1 2 Turn the vehicle ignition off Connect the 6 or 9 pin connector at the end of the reconfiguration tool adaptor harness to the diagnostic plug on the vehicle Turn on the vehicle ignition Check the ABS indicator lamp on the vehicle dash e If the lamp flashes slowly approximately once per second the reconfiguration was successful If the lamp flashes quickly approximately 5 times per second the reconfiguration was not successful The hydraulic ABS ECU mounted on the vehicle must be replaced with an updated one Disconnect the reconfiguration tool Remove the chocks from the tires Test drive the vehicle 7 1 Start the vehicle The ABS indicator lamp will come on and stay on 12 06 2000 430189 A 6 pin adaptor shown 9 pin adaptor available 1 Reconfiguration Tool 2 Adaptor Harness Fig 3 Hydraulic ABS Reconfiguration Tool Page 7 FREIGHTLINER LLC Recall Campaign A January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA 00V 279 001 7 2 Drive the vehicle When the speed reaches 4 to 6 mph 6 to 10 kph the ABS indicator
3. lamp will go out 7 3 If the lamp does not go out at speeds of 4 to 6 mph 6 to 10 kph check the sensor adjustment For instructions see Section 42 30 of the Business Class Trucks Service Manual 8 Enter the recall number and the date the work was performed on a completion sticker Form W 147 Clean an area on the applicable location on the vehicle and attach the sticker Page 8
4. A DaimlerChrysler Company Recall Campaign January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA O00V 279 001 Subject Meritor WABCO Hydraulic ABS ECU MODELS AFFECTED Specific Freightliner FLN and Business Class vehicles Freightliner Custom Chassis FS65 and FB65 buses MB shuttle buses MT step vans and MC recreational vehicles manufactured between March 1 1999 and January 13 2000 equipped with a Meritor WABCO Hydraulic ABS ECU GENERAL INFORMATION Freightliner LLC on behalf of its Freightliner Trucks Division and wholly owned subsidiary Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation has determined that the subject vehicles are not in compliance with the ABS requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards FMVSS105 S5 3 1 c There are approximately 9 000 vehicles involved in this campaign We anticipate 100 of these vehicles will be modified This non compliance is due to the inability of the ABS internal diagnostic system to detect an excessive gap between the wheel speed sensor and the tone ring If this occurs the ABS fault light will not activate and the ABS will not function at this wheel position NOTE If the vehicle has had Field Service Campaign SF192A WABCO ABS ECU performed this recall is not necessary and no further action is required The modification consists of removing and replacing the ABS ECU on all buses step vans multi passenger vehicles and recreational vehicles and reprogramming the ECU on business class vehicles
5. NTED ECU 1 Disconnect batteries and remove the three electrical connectors from the ECU See Fig 1 Remove the four capscrews and washers attaching the ECU to the mounting bracket remove the ECU Place the new ECU into position on the mounting bracket and secure in place with four capscrews and washers Install the 9 pin 18 pin and 15 pin harness connectors in the ECU Remove the chocks from the tires oa Ff oO DR Test drive the vehicle 6 1 Start the vehicle The ABS indicator lamp will come on and stay on Page 5 A DaimlerChrysler Company FREIGHTLINER Recall Campaign nn January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA 00V 279 001 6 2 Drive the vehicle When the speed reaches 4 to 6 mph 6 to 10 kph the ABS indicator lamp will go out 6 3 If the lamp does not go out at speeds of 4 to 6 mph 6 to 10 kph check the sensor adjustment For instructions see the WABCO ABS section in Group 42 of the appropriate vehicle service workshop manual 7 Using a hammer destroy the old ECU Then properly dispose of the unit 8 Enter the recall number and the date the work was performed on a completion sticker Form W 147 Clean an area on the applicable location on the vehicle and attach the sticker FRAME MOUNTED ECU Frame mounted ECUs are installed on the left frame rail 1 Disconnect batteries and loosen the retaining screw on the access cover on each side of the ECU See Fig 2 IMPORTANT Make sure you mark the electrical connectors
6. and January 13 2000 equipped with a Meritor WABCO Hydraulic Anti lock Brake System Electronic Control Unit ABS ECU Please note if you ve had Field Service Campaign SF192A WABCO ABS ECU performed you do not need to have this recall performed and no further action is required This non compliance is due to the inability of the ABS internal diagnostic system to detect an excessive gap between the wheel speed sensor and the tone ring If this occurs the ABS fault light will not activate and the ABS will not function at this wheel position The modification consists of removing and replacing the ABS ECU on all buses step vans multi passenger vehicles and recreational vehicles and reprogramming the ECU on business class vehicles Repair kits are now available for authorized dealers to order Contact your authorized dealer to arrange to have your vehicle s modified and to assure that parts are available at the dealer When you contact your dealer refer to campaign number FL264A E Once kit s are received at the dealership the modification will take approximately one hour and will be performed at no charge to you IMPORTANT When the modification has been completed please ensure that a sticker has been affixed to your vehicle referencing FL264A E and the date the work was performed If you do not own the vehicle that corresponds to the identification number s which appear on the Recall Notification please return the notification to
7. before removing them from frame mounted ECUs They are 12 pin connectors and must be installed in the correct location 2 Mark the three electrical harness connectors and disconnect them from the ECU 3 Remove the three bolts washers and hexnuts that attach the ECU to the frame mounting bracket Remove the ECU 4 Place the new ECU into position on the mounting bracket and secure in place with the three bolts washers and hexnuts Install the three 12 pin harness connectors in the ECU as marked Make sure they are firmly in place 6 Close the access covers and tighten the two retaining screws 11 15 2000 Ou 422200 1 9 Pin Connector 3 15 Pin Connector 2 18 Pin Connector 11 15 2000 5 4 421998a Fig 1 Cab Mounted ECU ECU Mounting Bracket Fuel Tank Frame Rail Access Cover Retaining Screw ECU Fig 2 Frame Mounted ECU Page 6 FREIGHTLINER 9 10 nema an Recall Campaign January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA O00V 279 001 Remove the chocks from the tires Test drive the vehicle 8 1 Start the vehicle The ABS indicator lamp will come on and stay on 8 2 Drive the vehicle When the speed reaches 4 to 6 mph 6 to 10 kph the ABS indicator lamp will go out 8 3 If the lamp does not go out at speeds of 4 to 6 mph 6 to 10 kph check the sensor adjustment For instructions see the WABCO ABS section in Group 42 of the appropriate vehicle workshop service manual Using a hammer destroy the old
8. iate kit number s as shown in the Replacement Part Tables NOTE ServicePro Service Advisor must be viewed prior to performing the recall to ensure the vehicle is involved and the recall has not been previously completed Also check for a completion sticker prior to beginning the modification Page 2 A DaimlerChrysler Company Recall Campaign January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA 00V 279 001 Contact the Warranty Campaigns Department at 800 547 0712 from 7 00 a m to 4 30 p m Pacific Time Monday through Friday or the Customer Assistance Center at 503 745 7877 after normal business hours if you have any questions or need additional information To return excess kit inventory related to this campaign U S dealers must submit a Parts Authorization Return PAR to the Memphis PDC and Canadian dealers must submit a PAR to their facing PDC All kits must be in resaleable condition PAR requests must include the original purchase invoice number The letter notifying vehicle owners is included for your reference Please note that the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act as amended 49 USC requires the owner s vehicle s be corrected within a reasonable time after parts are available to you The Act states that failure to repair a vehicle within 60 days after tender for repair shall be prima facie evidence of an unreasonable time However circumstances of a particular situation may reduce the 60 day period Failure to repai
9. or the kit as they are authorized to perform their own Recalls Table 2 Refer to Table 3 for FL264C replacement kit 25 FL264 002 25 FL264 002 Campaign Number Kit Number Part Description Part Number ay par hin a f itor 272 47 U S FL264C 25 FL264 002 Meritor WABCO ECU WAB446 044 083 0 444 09 CAN Please charge all Direct Warranty Customers the above listed price for the kit as they are authorized to perform their own Recalls Table 3 REMOVED PARTS Please follow Warranty Failed Parts Tracking shipping instructions for the disposition of all removed parts LABOR ALLOWANCE Refer to Table 4 for labor allowance FL264ABC Remove and replace ABS ECU 09 996 0378A 000 Modifiedx FL264DE Reprogram ABS ECU 996 0378B 000 Modifiedx Table 4 IMPORTANT When the recall has been completed clean a spot on the appropriate location of the vehicle and attach a completion sticker Form W 147 referencing the modification number and date the work was performed CLAIMS FOR CREDIT You will be reimbursed for your parts labor and handling by submitting your claim through the Warranty system within 30 days of completing the campaign Please reference the following information in QuickClaim e Claim type is Recall e In the FSDOC field enter the campaign number and the appropriate condition code e g FL264A FL264B etc e In the Primary Failed Part Number field enter 25 FL264 000 e In the Parts field enter the appropr
10. r a vehicle within a reasonable time can result in either the obligation to a replace the vehicle with an identical or reasonably equivalent vehicle without charge or b refund the purchase price in full less a reasonable allowance for depreciation The Act further prohibits dealers from selling a vehicle unless all outstanding recalls are performed Also any lessor is required to send a copy of the recall notification to the lessee Finally the Act states that a remedy need not be provided without charge if the vehicle was bought by the first purchaser more than ten 10 calendar years before notice is given WARRANTY CAMPAIGNS DEPARTMENT Page 3 FREIGHTLINER LEG Recall Campaign Cee January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA 00V 279 001 Copy of Letter to Owner Subject Meritor WABCO Hydraulic ABS ECU Dear Vehicle Owner This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Canadian Motor Vehicles Safety Act Freightliner LLC on behalf of its Freightliner Trucks Division and wholly owned subsidiary Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation has determined that a non compliance with ABS requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards FMVSS105 S5 3 1 c exists on specific Freightliner FLN and Business Class vehicles Freightliner Custom Chassis FS65 and FB65 buses MB shuttle buses MT step vans and MC recreational vehicles manufactured between March 1 1999
11. the Warranty Campaigns Department with any information you can furnish that will assist us in locating the present owner If you have leased this vehicle please make sure this notification is immediately forwarded to the lessee If you are unable to have the defect remedied without charge and within a reasonable time after you tender the vehicle for repair please contact the Warranty Campaigns Department at 800 547 0712 7 00 a m to 4 30 p m Pacific Time Monday through Friday or the Customer Assistance Center at 800 FTL HELP after normal business hours You may also wish to notify the Administrator National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 400 7th Street S W Washington D C 20590 or phone 888 327 4236 If your vehicle is involved in the Canadian portion you may notify the Manager Recall and Public Compliance Road and Motor Vehicle Traffic Safety Branch Transport Canada Ottawa Ontario or phone 613 993 9851 We regret any inconvenience this action may cause but feel certain you understand our interest in motor vehicle safety WARRANTY CAMPAIGNS DEPARTMENT Enclosure Page 4 A DaimlerChrysler Company Recall Campaign January 2001 FL264A E NHTSA O00V 279 001 Work Instructions Subject Meritor WABCO Hydraulic ABS ECU MODELS AFFECTED Specific Freightliner FLN and Business Class vehicles Freightliner Custom Chassis FS65 and FB65 buses MB shuttle buses MT step vans and MC recreational vehicles manufact
12. ured between March 1 1999 and January 13 2000 equipped with a Meritor WABCO Hydraulic ABS ECU Table 5 lists the ECU part numbers and location for each vehicle included in this recall ECU Condition Vehicle TORI AEN Old Part Number New Part Number it Shuttle Bus FB65 MB45 MB55 A Recreational Vehicle MC45 Frame Mount 446 109 000 0 446 109 007 0 Walk In Van MT45 MT55 8 _ Schoo Bus FS65 School Bus FS65 2 perenes Gass _ _Cebount HE0H0710_ rewogen psina Ey On School Buses the ECU is mounted on the right hand side of the frontwall t On Business Class vehicles the ECU is mounted behind the passenger s seat Table 5 ECU Cross Reference 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface set the parking brakes and shut down the engine Chock the rear tires 2 Before starting this procedure check the applicable location on the vehicle for a completion sticker Form W 147 If a sticker for FL264 or SF192 is found no further work is required 3 Turn on the ignition switch and check the antilock and traction control indicator lights on the dash They should light then go out after about 3 seconds If they do not go out there may be a system fault Correct the problem before replacing or reprogramming the electronic control unit ECU Pre existing faults are not part of this recall ECU Replacement Replace the ECU on the Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation vehicles identified in Table 5 as follows CAB MOU
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