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