14 Passenger Shuttle Bus
Starting the Shuttle Bus
To start: cycle the key to the “on” position. You will notice an indicator light on the left side
of the dashboard that looks like this. Once this light has gone out the glow plugs are warmed up and the
engine may be started.
Fueling the Shuttle Bus
The Shuttle Bus uses diesel fuel only. Use the green cap labeled “Diesel Fuel
Only” found on the left or driver’s side of the vehicle to fill up.
Diesel Fuel filler Cap
Diesel Exhaust Fluid
The Shuttle Bus also uses DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid). Diesel Exhaust Fluid is a nonhazardous solution, which is 32.5% urea and 67.5% de-ionized water. DEF is sprayed into the exhaust
stream of diesel vehicles to break down dangerous NOx emissions into harmless nitrogen and water.
Under normal circumstances you will likely never have to worry about filling the Shuttle Bus with DEF fluid
as it uses about 2 gallons of DEF for every 100 gallons of diesel fuel used.
This is the DEF fluid low indicator light found on the dashboard. If light comes on add more
DEF fluid or contact Transportation Services/Vehicle Repair for assistance. If the DEF fluid is too low or
of poor quality a message will also appear on the dashboard and the vehicle will be put into limp mode
and the vehicle will not go over 55 MPH. If not addressed, the vehicle will remain in limp mode and not
go over 5 MPH on the next start up.
Side Door Operation
The Shuttle Bus side door can be operated by either the switch labeled “DOOR” found inside the vehicle
on the overhead control panel or on the exterior by inserting a key into the port found to the left of the
side door.
There is also a manual override in case of a power failure. It can be found inside the vehicle on the floor
by the side door.
Emergency Exits
Egress Windows:
Contoured egress windows (emergency exits) can be opened by pulling the red release handles
on each side of the egress windows outward from the window frame and push out on the
window; the window will swing outward.
Back-Up Alarm
This vehicle is equipped with an audible back-up alarm that sounds when the vehicle is put into
reverse.
Tire Pressure/Spare Tire