Undercarriage

• Change motor oil and filter
• Check transmission for leaks
• Check rear axle for leaks
• Visually check fuel tank, lines and connections for leaks
• Check condition, position and mounting of exhaust system and check for leaks
• Check power steering system for leaks. Check fluid level and add fluid if necessary
• Check steering for absences of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage and joint disc
• Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers. Grease wheel centering hubs
• Check front control arm bushings for wear
• Check brake system connections and lines for leaks, damage and incorrect positioning
• Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust parking brake if necessary
• Check and correct all tire pressure (including spare). Check condition of tires, tire wear and pattern; in case of uneven tread wear, adjust wheel alignment if requested (billed separately)
  
  Engine Compartment
  
• Read out diagnostic system
• Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks. Check coolant level and antifreeze if required
• Check level of brake/clutch fluid in reservoir. Add if required
• Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Add if required
• Check air conditioner for operation
• Reset service indicator
  
  Body / Electrical
• Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required
• Perform battery load test
• Check lighting system. Including headlights, fog, parking, reverse, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors and luggage compartment area lights.
• Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination
• Check all warning/indicator lights, check control
• Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight dimmer and flasher switch
• Check wipers and washer system, wiper blades and washer jet positions
• Check condition and function of safety belts
• Visually examine the airbag units for torn covers, obvious damage or attachment of decals, decorations or accessories
• Check central locking/double locks
• Replace batteries for alarm remote controls in all master keys
• Oil hood, trunk and door hinges. Grease hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches. Check operation of all latches.
• Replace microfilter
• Check heater/AC blower, rear window defogger
• Check rear view and side mirrors
• Activate automatic roll-over protection system (if equipped) via diagnostic link. (Note: First remove hardtop/lower top)
  
  Final Inspection
• Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission

 

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