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 intake air cleaner element.
- Half-shafts: Check for leaks at flexible boots.
- 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