2013 Volvo VNM Service and Repair Manual

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2013 Volvo VNM service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • Base Straight Truck - Long Conventional
  • Base Tractor Truck - Long Conventional

Engines covered

  • 12.8L 780Cu. In. 6 DIESEL
  • 8.9L 8849CC 540Cu. In. l6 CNG
  • 10.8L 661Cu. In. l6 DIESEL Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2013 Volvo VNM Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V46700027/06/2016Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT

Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-dri

Consequence

The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasin

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers.

NHTSA #13V26800026/06/2013Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Witho

Consequence

Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop

Remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The

NHTSA #16V92800022/12/2016Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling th

Consequence

If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air

NHTSA #13V10200021/03/2013Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect s

Consequence

Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a

Remedy

Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery di

NHTSA #15V64300013/10/2015Component: TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured June 21, 2010, to December 14, 2012. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra

Consequence

If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model f

NHTSA #15V27400011/05/2015Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 VNM trucks manufactured March 21, 2011, to April 30, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree el

Consequence

If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the

NHTSA #12V03600001/02/2012Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VHD AND MODEL YEAR 2011-2013 VNL AND VNM VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 2, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 18, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 TRACTION

Consequence

INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. INADVERTENT BRA

Remedy

VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND PROVIDE A TEMPORARY REPAIR UNTIL BENDIX DEVELOPS A PERMANENT REMEDY.

TSB #10251323

CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)

TSB #10251319

CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.

TSB #10251325

CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.

TSB #10249569

CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement

TSB #10248063

CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present.

TSB #10243460

TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement

TSB #10243461

TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement

TSB #10241904

CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off

Showing the 8 most recent of 111 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

No complaints filed No consumer complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Volvo VNM.
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