. . . . what NAVPAKTM means to the bus operator?

The new single unit electronic control

module for International engines (NAVPAK) will begin production on November 3, 1997.
For the bus operator it brings several advantages:

Improved system reliability

Emissions control enhancement

Computer driven instrument cluster

New controller for the Allison World Transmission

Additional vehicle features

Reliability. The single integrated and engine mounted control module replaces the
previous three module system. The number of wires and connecting points in the system
is reduced to provide better overall reliability.

Capacity. Similar to upgrading a home or office computer, the new NAVPAK computer
has increased operating speed and memory capacity. This additional computing power
was needed to support more precise engine fuel system control to meet the new 1998
exhaust emissions regulations which call for a 20% reduction in Nitrous Oxides (NOx)
output; down from 5 grams/Hp-hour to 4 grams.

Instruments. Many of the functions monitored at the instrument panel will be driven by
the engine control computer. Such items as coolant temperature and oil pressure will be
determined by the same sensors that signal to the engine control module, rather than
from separate and redundant sensors as in previous systems. The information will be
transmitted from the computer to the cluster over the diagnostic data link so you may
hear the new instrument panel referred to as the "Data Link Instrument Cluster". This new
system is simpler, with fewer parts, such as sensors, wiring and connectors, resulting in a
more reliable and easier-to-service function.

The new instrument clusters are now available with the displayed functions grouped in
packages. Many instruments formerly available as single options are now grouped with
others. You may not find exactly the combination of instruments you desire available as a
factory option. In many cases a package configuration can be expanded by dealer
installation of the desired instrument. For example, your customer may want a chassis
with air suspension and an ammeter in the panel. No advertised package will supply that
combination. The air suspension option requires package 16HJH which provides
hourmeter and air pressure gauge. The ammeter can be installed at the dealership.
Removal of the cluster cover permits simple plug-in installation of the ammeter. If the
chassis is a 3800 the necessary wiring is already in the system. Other chassis and other
instruments require additional parts to complete the installation. Consider carefully the
options available and the strategies for dealer installation to provide the customer with
the desired combination.

Transmission controller. Allison is providing a new electronic controller for the World
Transmission family WTEC III. This release has been coordinated with NAVPAK to

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 maximize the advantages of both systems. NAVPAK and WTEC III communicate with
each other over the high speed data link which provides a significant advancement in
coordinated operation of the engine and transmission. A number of other advantages are
found with WTEC III:

Elimination of the Vehicle Interface Module (VIM)

Improved access to programming of vehicle features with the Pro-Link service tool
Simplified wiring systems
Improved wiring connector sealing
Reduced radio interference
More input-output connections for special feature selection
Provisions for retarder or engine exhaust brake control

Vehicle Features. The additional computing power of the NAVPAK controller supports
development of new vehicle operating and management features. There are several new
functions available and one of them stands out as important to the school bus operator --
the system can be programmed to remind you to change the engine oil! In an earlier Did
You Know letter (DUK#189) we told you how a school bus is better served by changing
the engine oil on the basis of hours of running time rather than miles traveled and that the
hour meter is now standard equipment to support that technique. The new NAVPAK
carries this concept one step farther: it can be programmed to turn on a "Change Oil"
lamp in the instrument panel when the desired service interval is reached. When this
option is activated and programmed, the system monitors three operating records --
vehicle miles traveled, hours of engine operation and fuel consumed. When any of the
three factors reaches the pre-set limit, the Change Oil lamp illuminates for 30 seconds
each time the key switch is turned on. After the service is performed, the system can be
reset by activating the engine diagnostics switch.

The default setting for the Change Oil lamp is "off". To activate it the order must specify it
to "on" in the electronic feature parameter sheet. If the vehicle is ordered with the Change
Oil light activated or it is activated with the service tool, the default settings are those for
the DT466E engine (12000 miles, 450 hours, 1500 U.S. gallons of fuel). If the chassis is
fitted with the T444E engine the service tool must be used to reset the parameters to
those appropriate for that engine (8000 miles, 300 hours, 1000 U.S. gallons of fuel). If the
operator wishes to use another set of values for miles, hours and fuel that better fits the
needs of the operation the service tool can be used to program any set of numbers
desired.

NAVPAK, one more step into the electronic age for buses. More power, more precision,
more features, and more reliability. Alert your customer to the many advantages found in
the International electronic control systems. And help them to understand that a
specification that calls for an automatic engine service reminder will help them to get a
bus that will be serviced on a more meaningful basis, leading to longer engine life and
reduced cost of ownership.

Dan Herman
#312/836-2356

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