2003 International 4900
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2003 International 4900. Newest first.
On certain school buses and truck model vehicles manufactured between february 28, 1999, through april 5, 2004, the anti-lock brake system electronic control unit (ecu) may misinterpret a corrupt wheel speed signal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The corrupt wheel speed signals may improperly activate the ABS, instead of deactivating the ABS. this may result in the driver experiencing a hard pedal feel and a decrease in deceleration at the end of the stop, resulting in extended stopping distances which could cause a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
International will notify its customers and inspect and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. the recall began august 1, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international customer service at 1-800-327-4236.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11010428This article addresses chassis lean conditions on all chassis. This does not include any diagnostics for body leans such as a cab lean. Keep in mind that a chassis lean may cause or accentuate a cab lean. Filling out the printable form and using the notes in blue will help you to determine the source of the lean and identify the action and parts required to correct the lean.
- 10251414Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
- 10251409Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
- 10246231J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
- 10243610How to request a horsepower quote; all International and Cummins engines
- 10234000Starter diagnostics and warranty claim procedure for all engines and all chassis EXCLUDING vehicles equipped with PSI engines or Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmissions
- 10227455J1939 Data link source address information
- 10222490Pico Scope CCOS (Crankcase Separator Test)
- 10219330PicoScope Test One Channel RCT
- 10219325PicoScope Test Resistance and Ohmmeter
- 10219319PicoScope Test for Datalink (CAN) Health Shorts & opens
- 10219314PicoScope Test - Battery Loss of Charge - Parasitic Draw Test
- 10209487Calculating pulses per mile (speedometer setting); only models equipped with International engines
- 10204139Power Steering Diagnostics Flow / Pressure Specifications For Power Steering Gears and Power Steering Pumps
- 10204137J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10201758Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines
- 10199915General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting
- 10198708Aftertreatment Clamp Corrosion; Single Can Aftertreatment Systems
- 10189743Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment
- 10189741Frame Rail Straightness Inspection Procedure
- 10181960Cab Lean Concern
- 10179296Codes 141, 142, and 621 in a 2-box ECM/IDM; only models with 2-box ECM/IDM from 2003-2007
- 10179294Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
- 10179289Repair Procedures for Vehicles Struck by Lightning
- 10173025Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
- 10165643Oil Capacities; All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX
- 10163416Suspension Lean Diagnostics; All models
- 10156324Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
- 10156305Tool Instruction - BCM Programming Harness
- 10145721A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
- 10145715Engine Oil Capacities All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX
- 10145711Radio Diagnostics and Information
- 10130950J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10130884HVAC fault 2609-19 with 4th Gen BCM; Only models equipped with 4th generation BCM
- 10130883NEW Ultrasonic DEF Tank Sending Unit; only models with SCR Aftertreatment system.
- 10130882Urea Quality Sensor (UQS) Supplemental Diagnostic and Service Information; only models with SCR Aftertreatment system and N9, N10, N13, A26 or Cummins ISB, ISL, ISX engines built from January 2016
- 10130822J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10130818The fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. In certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. Only equipped with Kidde model FC5 and FC10 fire extinguishers identified by International part numbers 1696423C2 and 1696423C3 and installed post production at Navistar?s Truck Sales Processing Center (TSPC).
- 10130787Using Supplier Software to Check DTCs
- 10129185Cooling System Flush Procedure
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