Undercarriage

• Change engine oil and filter while engine is at normal operating temperature.
• Check transmission for leaks.
• Check rear axle for leaks.
• Visually check fuel tank, lines and connection for leaks.
• Check condition, position and mounting of exhaust system. Examine for leaks.
• Check power steering system for leaks.
• Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage and joint disc.
• Inspect front and rear disc brake pads, check overall thickness. Examine brake disc surfaces.
• Grease wheel centering hubs.
• 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 all tire pressures (including spare). Correct if necessary.
• Check condition of tires (outer surfaces, left/right), tread wear, readjust wheel alignment if requested (invoice separately).
  
  Engine Compartment
  
• Read out diagnostic system
• Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks. Check coolant level and antifreeze if required
• Check brake fluid level. Add fluid if required.
• Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Add fluid 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, i.e.; headlights, fog lights, parking, back-up, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment 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(s); wiper blades, and washer jet positions.
• Check condition and function of safety belts.
• Check central locking/double lock.
• Oil hood, trunk and door hinges. Grease hood, trunk and door latches. Check operation of all latches.
• Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger, replace filter if applicable.
• Check rear view mirrors.
• Install oil service reminder.
• Replace spark plugs.
• Replace intake air cleaner element.
• Half-shafts: Check for leaks at flexible boots.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Change oil in rear axle while at normal operating temperature.
• Change oil in manual transmission if applicable.
• Change auto transmission fluid if applicable.*
  
  Final Inspection
• Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission


*Automatic transmissions with LIFETIME TRANSMISSION fluid in the transmission are NOT included in regular Inspection 2 pricing—See your service advisor for additional pricing.

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