Maintenance

Chapter overview

• 1 Engine list
  1
• 2 Service work
  6
• 2.1 Service tables
  6
• 2.2 Delivery inspection
  8
• 2.3 Oil change service
  9
• 2.4 Inspection service
  11
• 3 General information
  17
• 3.1 Lifting the vehicle
  17
• 3.2 Sticker
  18
• 3.3 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester
  20
• 3.4 Vehicle identification number
  22
• 3.5 Vehicle data sticker
  22
• 3.6 Countries where diesel has a high sulphur content
  23
• 3.7 Engine code and engine number
  23
• 3.8 RME fuel (biodiesel)
  23
• 3.9 Type plate
  24
• 4 Descriptions of work:
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• 4.1 Swivel joints: inspecting
  26
• 4.2 Automatic gearbox: checking ATF level, topping up if necessary
  26
• 4.3 Battery: checking
  26
• 4.4 Battery: checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
  27
• 4.5 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, inflation pressure, tread depth
  28
• 4.6 Brake system: inspecting for leaks and damage
  32
• 4.7 Front and rear brake pads/linings: checking thickness
  32
• 4.8 Brake system: changing brake fluid
  34
• 4.9 Brake fluid level: checking
  37
• 4.10 Electric windows: initialising (activation)
  38
• 4.11 Vehicle system test: carrying out test
  38
• 4.12 Folding fabric sunroof: cleaning and lubricating guide rails
  39
• 4.13 Boots: inspecting
  40
• 4.14 Checking first aid box expiry date
  40
• 4.15 Poly V-belt: checking condition, tensioning if necessary
  40
• 4.16 Fuel filter: renewing
  42
• 4.17 Fuel filter: draining water (diesel engine)
  44
• 4.18 Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level
  46
• 4.19 Idling speed: checking and adjusting if necessary
  49
• 4.20 Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
  49
• 4.21 Engine cover panel -top-: removing and installing
  57
• 4.22 Engine cover panel, -bottom- (noise insulation): removing and installing
  58
• 4.23 Engine oil level: checking
  58
• 4.24 Engine oil: draining or extracting and replenishing; renewing oil filter
  59
• 4.26 Carrying out road test
  64
• 4.27 Wheel bolts: tightening to specified torque
  65
• 4.29 Radio/radio-navigation system: activating anti-theft coding
  67
• 4.30 Manual gearbox/final drive: checking oil level, topping-up oil if necessary
  68
• 4.31 Headlight adjustment: checking, adjusting if necessary
  69
• 4.32 Sunroof: checking function, cleaning and greasing guide rails
  76
• 4.33 Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: checking function
  77
• 4.34 Wiper blades: checking park position and setting angle
  82
• 4.35 Power assisted steering: checking fluid level
  84
• 4.36 Service interval display: resetting
  86
• 4.37 Track rod ends: checking clearance, firm seating and boots
  101
• 4.38 Dust and pollen filter: renewing filter element
  101
• 4.39 Door arrester: lubricating
  102
• 4.40 Clock: setting to correct time
  103
• 4.41 Underbody protection: visual check for damage
  104
• 4.42 Toothed belt: checking for wear
  104
• 4.44 Toothed belt: renewing
  106
• 4.46 Spark plugs: renewing
  108
• 4.47 Camshaft drive toothed belt: checking (4-cylinder petrol engine)
  112
• 4.48 Driver and front passenger airbags: visual check of airbag units
  113
• 5 Exhaust emissions test
  115
• 5.1 Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines without OBD
  115
• 5.2 Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines with OBD
  134
• 5.3 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines without OBD
  137
• 6 Glossary
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