This manual covers Volvo VN and VHD series trucks manufactured from November 2002 to December 2006. These vehicles are engineered for demanding vocational and long-haul applications, prioritizing robust construction, operational efficiency, and driver comfort. The VN and VHD models represent Volvo's commitment to delivering reliable and durable trucking solutions designed to meet the rigorous requirements of modern transportation industries.
This comprehensive service manual provides essential information for the maintenance and repair of your Volvo truck. It details preventive maintenance schedules, safety advice, and technical specifications for key components including engines, transmissions, axles, suspension, brakes, and steering systems. Additionally, the manual includes procedures for lubrication, chassis and cab inspections, and diagnostic troubleshooting, empowering owners and technicians to ensure optimal vehicle performance and longevity.
Volvo Service Manual
Trucks
Group 17
Preventive Maintenance
Annual Service
VN, VHD VERSION
From build date 11.2002 to 12.2006
General .................................................................................................... 3
Preventive Maintenance ........................................................................ 3
Safety Advice ......................................................................................... 6
Specifications ......................................................................................... 7
Engines .................................................................................................. 7
Transmissions ........................................................................................ 9
Rear Axle ............................................................................................... 9
Suspension .......................................................................................... 10
Tools ...................................................................................................... 11
Special Tools and Special Equipment .................................................. 11
Preventive Maintenance Inspection Bay .............................................. 14
Design and Function ........................................................................... 15
Valve Adjustment Interval .................................................................... 15
Clutch ................................................................................................... 15
Power Take-off ..................................................................................... 17
Driveshaft ............................................................................................. 18
Brakes .................................................................................................. 19
Steering System .................................................................................. 20
Hubs .................................................................................................... 21
Chassis ................................................................................................ 22
Cab ...................................................................................................... 23
Preventive Maintenance ...................................................................... 25
Check Oil Level in Automatic Transmission ........................................... 25
Reception ............................................................................................. 29
Lubrication ........................................................................................... 30
Cab ...................................................................................................... 52
External Checks ................................................................................... 62
Engine Compartment Checks .............................................................. 70
Front Suspension, Steering System Checks ....................................... 81
Checks Beneath the Vehicle ................................................................ 86
Test Driving ........................................................................................ 103
Additional Time Based Maintenance ................................................. 114
Additional Mileage Based Maintenance ............................................. 116
Volvo Service Manual
Trucks
Group 17
Preventive Maintenance
Annual Service
VN, VHD VERSION
From build date 11.2002 to 12.2006
General .................................................................................................... 3
Preventive Maintenance ........................................................................ 3
Safety Advice ......................................................................................... 6
Specifications ......................................................................................... 7
Engines .................................................................................................. 7
Transmissions ........................................................................................ 9
Rear Axle ............................................................................................... 9
Suspension .......................................................................................... 10
Tools ...................................................................................................... 11
Special Tools and Special Equipment .................................................. 11
Preventive Maintenance Inspection Bay .............................................. 14
Design and Function ........................................................................... 15
Valve Adjustment Interval .................................................................... 15
Clutch ................................................................................................... 15
Power Take-off ..................................................................................... 17
Driveshaft ............................................................................................. 18
Brakes .................................................................................................. 19
Steering System .................................................................................. 20
Hubs .................................................................................................... 21
Chassis ................................................................................................ 22
Cab ...................................................................................................... 23
Preventive Maintenance ...................................................................... 25
Check Oil Level in Automatic Transmission ........................................... 25
Reception ............................................................................................. 29
Lubrication ........................................................................................... 30
Cab ...................................................................................................... 52
External Checks ................................................................................... 62
Engine Compartment Checks .............................................................. 70
Front Suspension, Steering System Checks ....................................... 81
Checks Beneath the Vehicle ................................................................ 86
Test Driving ........................................................................................ 103
Additional Time Based Maintenance ................................................. 114
Additional Mileage Based Maintenance ............................................. 116
