Maintenance

Chapter overview

• 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 Raising vehicle with lifting platform or trolley jack
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• 3.2 Entries in service schedule
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• 3.3 Severe operating conditions
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• 3.4 Vehicle data sticker
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• 3.5 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester
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• 3.6 Vehicle identification number
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• 3.7 Countries with hot climate
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• 3.8 Country overview for diesel not compliant with EN 590/EN 15940
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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 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
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• 4.4 Battery (12V): checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
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• 4.5 Battery (12V): checking with battery tester (always refer to workshop manual)
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• 4.6 Status of battery (12V): reading - sending diagnosis protocol via online connection
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• 4.7 Front passenger front airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF function”
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• 4.8 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure and tread depth
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• 4.9 Brake and clutch system: change brake fluid
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• 4.10 Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage
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• 4.11 Brake fluid level: checking
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• 4.13 Diesel fuel filter: draining
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• 4.14 Diesel fuel filter: renewing
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• 4.15 Diesel particulate filter: checking
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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 diesel fuel: adding
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• 4.25 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel: adding
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• 4.27 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 filling 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 Road test: performing (driving behaviour, noises, air conditioner etc.)
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• 4.34 Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque
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• 4.35 Reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF): replenishing
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• 4.36 Reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF): changing
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• 4.37 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: calibrating
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• 4.38 Tyre repair set: checking
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• 4.39 Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: checking function
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• 4.40 Headlight adjustment: checking halogen headlights
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• 4.41 Headlight adjustment: checking LED headlights
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• 4.42 Headlight adjustment: checking fog lights
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• 4.43 Service interval display: resetting
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• 4.44 Service interval display: recoding
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• 4.45 Track rods: checking clearance, attachment and boots
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• 4.46 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
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• 4.47 Transportation mode: switching off
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• 4.48 Transportation devices: removing blocking pieces
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• 4.49 Clock and date: setting
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• 4.51 Toothed belt (petrol engines): renewing
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• 4.52 Camshaft drive toothed belt (diesel engines): renewing
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• 4.53 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 00 Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI)
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• 7 Glossary
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• 8 \---Change history---
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