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Owner appeal The patented integrated crossing arm motor is protected by flush mounting behind the bumper for dependable operation, even in icy weather. Body design enhancements include a standard 78" roof height, raised rear door, updated side/wheelchair lift emergency doors, and refined fit, finish and styling. Hidden hinges on the side and rear emergency doors are protected from weather and road damage for longer life. Better-sealed passenger windows protect against leaks. Latches and handles offer greater durability. The wiper system automatically changes to the slowest speed after an extended idle, helping to prevent unnecessary scratching of the windshield. 16-gauge extra-smooth galvanized steel side sheets and skirts resist corrosion and deliver long-lasting good looks. The three-piece hood is less expensive to repair than single-piece hoods. The industry's best heating, cooling and defrosting performance keeps passengers and driver comfortable in any weather. MaxxForce® diesel engines deliver unmatched performance, reliability and fuel efficiency while meeting the latest emissions standards. Driver delights. Overall visibility is greatly enhanced with a higher three-piece windshield, overlapping wiper patterns, raised entrance door, higher driver's side window, larger rear windows and optimally located mirrors. The result: every child is within easy view of the driver at all times. A wheel cut of up to 50º provides outstanding maneuverability. Automotive-style wiper control features five intermediate speeds, two wash modes, more wiper coverage and 25% longer system life. Headlights come on when wipers are engaged, making the bus more visible in inclement weather and helping reduce the number of tasks the driver must perform. Wiper control is conveniently located on the turn signal stalk. A full-power hydraulic brake system offers shorter stopping distances and all-speed traction control. Maintainer advantages. The Easy Tilt hood requires just 15 pounds of effort to open, allowing even the smallest drivers to complete daily checks quickly and easily. Splash guards are integrated with the hood and stay out of the way for easy access to the engine. Extended-life coolant, coordinated service intervals, quick and easy fluid checks and long-life bulbs help reduce service time and cost of ownership. The International® Diamond Logic electrical system features an advanced self-diagnostic capability and fewer wires and connectors. The vehicle's operation can be monitored and diagnosed quickly from the instrument panel, resulting in faster repairs. Warning, emergency exit and lift indicator lights are located in the cluster, creating a cleaner instrument panel and requiring less wiring. Electrical wiring is color-coded and continuously numbered to simplify inspections and repairs. MaxxForce® engines reduce service time and cost of ownership with features like reusable gaskets and externally serviceable glow plugs that don't require valve-cover removal. MaxxForce engines deliver unmatched performance, reliability and economy while meeting the latest emissions standards. The one-piece flat-glass windshield with roped-in design can be removed and replaced significantly faster, more easily and less expensively than a curved and bonded windshield.
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