The worst 2004 International 5000 problems
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Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
- Risk
- The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
- Remedy
- Caterpillar, in conjunction with international, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at 309‑675‑6496, or international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 06V004000 · Recall details
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks equipped with holland/neway air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. If a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
- Risk
- This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. The recall began on july 8, 2005. Owners may contact international trucks at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 05V217000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 International 5000 84
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This article provides guidance to dealership personnel, Technical Services personnel, Dealer Service...
- There are two ways to program 5000 and 9000 odometer
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
- Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure.
- This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle...
- This document will guide the user through understanding Prop Shaft Codes and understanding the variations...
- In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of...
- Title: Service Portal iKNow Feedback Case Types Applies To: All
- Title: Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures Applies To: All Vehicles
- Title: A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities Applies To: All current models
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Questions about the 2004 International 5000
Is the 2004 International 5000 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2004 International 5000.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 International 5000?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2004 International 5000 have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and suspension.
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