Maintenance

Kapitelübersicht

• 1 Engine list
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• 2 Service work
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• 2.1 Information on fixed service
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• 2.2 Service tables up to model year ►2020
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• 2.3 Service tables as of model year 2021►
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• 3 General information
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• 3.1 Tow starting/towing for North American market
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• 3.2 Raising vehicle with lifting platform or trolley jack
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• 3.3 Entries in service schedule
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• 3.4 Severe operating conditions
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• 3.5 Vehicle data sticker
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• 3.6 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester
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• 3.7 Vehicle identification number
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• 3.8 Countries with hot climate
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• 3.9 Country overview for petrol not compliant with EN 228
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• 3.10 Engine code and engine number
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• 3.11 Countries with high levels of dust
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• 3.12 Identification plate
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• 3.13 Shortened intervals for spark plug replacement
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• 4 Descriptions of work
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• 4.1 Swivel joints and suspension link mountings: inspecting
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• 4.2 Automatic gearbox 09G: changing gear oil
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• 4.3 Automatic gearbox 09S: changing gear oil
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• 4.4 Automatic headlight control and static cornering light: checking function
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• 4.5 Battery (12 V): checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
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• 4.6 Battery (12 V): checking with battery tester (always refer to workshop manual)
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• 4.8 Front passenger front airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF function”
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• 4.9 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure and tread depth
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• 4.10 Brake and clutch system: change brake fluid
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• 4.11 Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage
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• 4.12 Brake fluid level: Check
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• 4.14 Dual clutch gearbox (DSG) 0D9 - 6-speed: changing gear oil and filter
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• 4.15 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG) 0GC: changing gear oil
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• 4.16 Electric windows: checking positioning (open and close functions)
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• 4.18 Boots: inspecting
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• 4.19 Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors and flaps open
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• 4.20 Poly V-belt: renewing
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• 4.21 Poly V-belt: checking condition
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• 4.22 Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level
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• 4.23 Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.24 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel: adding
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• 4.26 Engine cover panel “top”: removing and installing
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• 4.28 Motor compartment cover (noise insulation) “bottom”: removing and installing
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• 4.29 Engine oil level: checking
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• 4.30 Engine oil: draining, renewing oil filter and replenishing engine oil
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• 4.31 Engine oil: capacities and specifications up to model year ►2020
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• 4.32 Engine oil: capacities and specifications as of model year 2021►
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• 4.33 Panoramic sliding sunroof
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• 4.34 Road test: performing (driving behaviour, noises, air conditioner etc.)
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• 4.35 Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque
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• 4.36 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: calibrating
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• 4.37 Tyre repair set: Checking
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• 4.38 Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: checking function
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• 4.39 Headlight adjustment: checking LED headlights
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• 4.40 Headlight adjustment: checking fog lights
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• 4.41 Service interval display: Reset
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• 4.42 Service interval display: recoding
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• 4.43 Track rods: checking clearance, attachment and boots
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• 4.44 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.45 Transportation mode: switching off
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• 4.46 Transportation devices: removing blocking pieces
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• 4.47 Clock and date: setting
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• 4.49 Front differential lock: changing oil
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• 4.50 Toothed belt (petrol engines): renewing
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• 4.51 Spark plugs: renewing
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• 5 Exhaust emissions test
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• 5.1 Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines
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• 6 Glossary
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• 7 \---Change history---
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