Maintenance

Kapitelübersicht

• 1 Engine list
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• 2 Service work
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• 2.1 Information about flexible or 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 General warnings for working on high-voltage system
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• 3.2 Raising vehicle on lifting platform or trolley jack
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• 3.3 Entry in digital service schedule or service schedule
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• 3.4 Severe operating condition
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• 3.5 Vehicle data sticker
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• 3.6 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 Country overview for diesel not compliant with EN 590
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• 3.11 Engine code and engine number
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• 3.12 Countries with high levels of dust
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• 3.13 Identification plate
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• 3.14 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 All-wheel drive coupling: changing oil
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• 4.3 Automatic headlight control and static cornering light: checking function
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• 4.4 Automatic gearbox: changing ATF (09P gearbox)
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• 4.5 Battery (12V): checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
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• 4.6 Battery (12V): checking with battery tester (always refer to workshop manual)
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• 4.7 Status of battery (12V): reading - sending diagnosis protocol via online connection
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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 pads/linings: check thickness and condition of brake discs, front and rear
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• 4.13 Brake fluid level: checking
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• 4.14 6-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG) 0D9: changing gear oil and filter
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• 4.15 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG) 0DL: changing gear oil
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• 4.16 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG) 0GC: changing gear oil
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• 4.17 Diesel fuel filter: draining
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• 4.18 Diesel fuel filter: renewing
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• 4.19 Diesel particulate filter: checking
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• 4.20 Electric windows: checking positioning (open and close functions)
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• 4.22 Boots: inspecting
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• 4.23 Head-up display (HUD): removing protective film
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• 4.24 Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors and flaps open
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• 4.25 Poly V-belt: renewing
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• 4.26 Poly V-belt: checking condition
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• 4.27 Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level
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• 4.28 Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.29 Multi-purpose additive for diesel fuel: adding
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• 4.30 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel: adding
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• 4.32 Engine cover panel “top”: removing and installing
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• 4.34 Engine compartment cover (noise insulation) “bottom”: removing and installing
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• 4.35 Engine oil level: checking
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• 4.36 Engine oil: draining, renewing oil filter and replenishing engine oil
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• 4.37 Engine oil: capacities and specifications up to model year ►2020
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• 4.38 Engine oil: capacities and specifications as of model year 2021►
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• 4.39 Panorama sliding roof with rear panorama roof
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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 Reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF): replenishing
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• 4.43 Reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF): changing
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• 4.44 Tyre pressure indicator: calibrating
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• 4.45 Tyre mobility set: checking
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• 4.46 Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: checking function
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• 4.47 Headlight adjustment: checking halogen headlights
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• 4.48 Headlight adjustment: checking LED headlights with cornering light
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• 4.49 Headlight adjustment: checking LED headlights
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• 4.50 Headlight adjustment: checking fog lights
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• 4.51 Sliding sunroof drains: checking for blockage, cleaning if necessary
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• 4.52 Service interval display: resetting
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• 4.53 Service interval display: recoding
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• 4.54 Track rods: checking clearance, attachment and boots
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• 4.55 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.56 Selective wheel torque control: change oil in left and right clutch chambers
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• 4.57 Transportation mode: switching off
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• 4.58 Transportation devices: removing blocking pieces
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• 4.59 Clock and date: setting
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• 4.61 Water drain valves at rear: check for blockage, clean if necessary
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• 4.62 Toothed belt (petrol engines): renewing
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• 4.63 Camshaft drive toothed belt (diesel engines): renewing
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• 4.64 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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• 5.2 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines
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• 6 Glossary
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• 7 \---Change history---
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