Maintenance

Chapter overview

• 1 Engine list
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• 2 Service work
  2
• 2.1 Information about flexible or fixed service
  2
• 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
  18
• 3.2 Stickers
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• 3.3 Entries in service schedule
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• 3.4 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester
  22
• 3.5 Vehicle identification number
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• 3.6 Vehicle data sticker
  26
• 3.7 Severe operating conditions
  27
• 3.8 Countries with hot climate
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• 3.9 Country overview for diesel not compliant with EN 590
  29
• 3.10 Country overview for petrol not compliant with EN 228
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• 3.11 Engine code and engine number
  31
• 3.12 Countries with high levels of dust
  31
• 3.13 Identification plate
  32
• 3.14 Shortened intervals for spark plug replacement
  33
• 4 Descriptions of work:
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• 4.1 Removable towing bracket: checking and cleaning if necessary
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• 4.2 Swivel joints and suspension link mountings: inspecting
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• 4.3 Automatic headlight control and static cornering light: checking function
  43
• 4.4 Automatic gearbox 09G: changing ATF
  45
• 4.5 Front passenger front airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF function”
  45
• 4.6 Battery: checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
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• 4.7 Battery: checking with battery tester with printer VAS 6161
  51
• 4.8 Status of battery: reading, sending diagnosis protocol online
  51
• 4.9 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure and tread depth
  51
• 4.10 Brake and clutch system: changing brake fluid
  61
• 4.11 Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage
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• 4.12 Brake pads/linings: checking thickness and condition of brake discs, front and rear
  67
• 4.13 Brake fluid level: checking
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• 4.14 Diesel particulate filter: checking
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• 4.15 Doors: greasing door arrestor
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• 4.16 Electric window regulators: checking positioning
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• 4.18 Boots: inspecting
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• 4.19 Gearbox mounting: renewing
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• 4.20 Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors and flaps open
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• 4.21 Poly V-belt: renewing
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• 4.22 Poly V-belt: checking condition
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• 4.23 Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level
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• 4.24 Diesel fuel filter: renewing
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• 4.25 Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
  86
• 4.26 Multi-purpose additive for diesel fuel: adding
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• 4.27 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel: adding
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• 4.29 Engine cover panel “top”: removing and installing
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• 4.30 Engine cover panel (noise insulation) “bottom”: removing and installing
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• 4.31 Engine oil level: checking
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• 4.32 Engine oil: draining or extracting, renewing oil filter and replenishing engine oil
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• 4.33 Engine oil: capacities and specifications
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• 4.35 Road test: performing (driving behaviour, noises, air conditioner etc.)
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• 4.36 Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque
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• 4.37 Radio code: reading using vehicle diagnostic tester
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• 4.39 Tyre pressure monitoring: performing basic setting
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• 4.40 Tyre repair set: checking
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• 4.41 Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: checking function
  140
• 4.42 Wiper blade protection: removing
  145
• 4.43 Headlight adjustment: checking halogen headlights
  149
• 4.44 Headlight adjustment: checking gas discharge headlights
  153
• 4.45 Headlight adjustment: checking fog lights
  158
• 4.46 Sliding sunroof drains: checking for blockage and cleaning as needed
  160
• 4.47 Service interval display: resetting
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• 4.48 Service interval display: recoding
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• 4.49 Track rod ends: checking clearance, firm seating and boots
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• 4.50 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.51 Transportation mode: switching off
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• 4.52 Transport locks: removing blocking pieces from springs on front axle
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• 4.53 Clock and date: setting
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• 4.55 Toothed belt: renewing (petrol engines)
  168
• 4.56 Camshaft drive toothed belt: renewing (diesel engines)
  168
• 4.58 Spark plugs: renewing
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• 4.59 Gas system test
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• 4.60 Additional service measures on autogas system
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• 4.61 LPG tank and lines: renewing
  220
• 5 Exhaust emissions test
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• 5.1 Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines
  221
• 5.2 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines
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• 6 Glossary
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