Maintenance

Kapitelübersicht

• 1 Engine list
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• 2 Service work
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• 2.1 Information on long-life service and time or distance dependent service
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• 2.2 Service tables
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• 3 General information
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• 3.1 Raising vehicle with lifting platform or trolley jack
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• 3.2 Stickers
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• 3.3 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester
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• 3.4 Vehicle identification number
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• 3.5 Vehicle data sticker
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• 3.6 Countries where diesel has a high sulphur content
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• 3.7 Engine code and engine number
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• 3.8 RME fuel (biodiesel)
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• 3.9 Severe operating conditions
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• 3.10 Identification plate
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• 3.11 Jacking up mode: switching self-levelling suspension off and on
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• 4 Descriptions of work:
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• 4.1 Removable towing bracket: checking and cleaning if necessary
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• 4.2 Turbocharger: Lubricate control motor linkage
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• 4.3 Swivel joints and suspension link mountings: inspecting
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• 4.4 Additive tank: extracting fluid and filling new additive
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• 4.5 Diesel particulate filter: reading ash loading level
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• 4.6 Automatic gearbox: check ATF level
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• 4.7 Battery cut-off relay: Remove
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• 4.8 Battery: checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
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• 4.9 Battery: Checking using battery tester with printer VAS 5097A or VAS 6161
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• 4.10 Reducing agent (AdBlue®): replenishing
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• 4.11 Reducing agent (AdBlue®): changing
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• 4.12 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure and tread depth
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• 4.13 Storing tyre pressure values
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• 4.15 Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage
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• 4.16 Changing brake fluid
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• 4.17 Brake fluid level (dependent upon brake pad/lining wear): check
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• 4.18 Diesel particulate filter: renewing
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• 4.19 Electric windows: checking positioning (open and close functions)
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• 4.20 Vehicles with reversing camera system: Check number plate
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• 4.21 Vehicle system test: Carry out test
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• 4.22 Front airbag for the front passenger: Check activation / deactivation
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• 4.23 Bonnet catch hook: grease
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• 4.24 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel: adding
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• 4.26 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.27 Poly V-belt: checking condition
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• 4.28 Diesel fuel filter: draining water
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• 4.29 Diesel fuel filter: renewing (diesel engine)
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• 4.30 Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors and flaps open
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• 4.31 Compass in roof module: Set compass zones
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• 4.32 Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level
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• 4.33 Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.34 Engine oil level: checking
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• 4.35 Engine oil: draining or extracting, renewing oil filter and replenishing engine oil
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• 4.36 Engine cover panel -top-: Removing and installing
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• 4.37 Engine cover - bottom (noise insulation): removing and installing
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• 4.39 Tyre repair set: checking if bottle is damaged or used; checking shelf life of tyre sealant
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• 4.40 Road test: performing (driving behaviour, noises, air conditioner etc.)
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• 4.41 Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque
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• 4.42 Radio code: reading using vehicle diagnostic tester
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• 4.43 Radio/navigation system: Activating anti-theft coding
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• 4.44 Power assisted steering: check fluid level
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• 4.45 Headlight adjustment: Checking and adjusting as necessary
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• 4.46 Sunroof: checking function, cleaning and greasing guide rails
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• 4.47 Sliding sunroof drains: checking for blockage, cleaning if necessary
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• 4.49 Wiper blade protection: removing
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• 4.50 Service interval display: resetting
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• 4.51 Service interval display: recoding
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• 4.52 Track rod ends: checking clearance, firm seating and boots
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• 4.53 Transportation mode: switching off
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• 4.54 Greasing door arrester
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• 4.55 Elastic drive coupling and freewheel disc: Renew
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• 4.57 Setting time, language and units: On display of dash panel insert
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• 4.59 Toothed belt for camshaft drive: renewing (8-cylinder petrol engines)
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• 4.60 Spark plugs: renewing
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• 4.61 Static cornering light (cornering light) and driving light assist: check function
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• 5 Exhaust emissions test
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• 5.1 Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines
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• 5.2 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines
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• 5.3 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines with OBD
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• 6 Glossary
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