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check for leaks and damage
Engine and engine compartment components (from above): check for leaks and damage
Carry out visual check as follows:
- Check engine and components in engine compartment for leaks and damage.
- Check the pipes, hoses and connections of the following systems for leaks, chafing, porosity and brittleness.
- Fuel system
- Cooling and heating system
- Brake system:
CAUTION Any faults found must be rectified (repair measure). Determine the cause of the loss and repair (equivalent to a repair). |
Engine and engine compartment components (from below): check for leaks and damage
- Place the vehicle on a lifting platform.
Carry out visual check as follows:
- Check engine and components in engine compartment for leaks and damage.
- Check the pipes, hoses and connections of the following systems for leaks, chafing, porosity and brittleness.
- Fuel system
- Cooling and heating system
- Brake system:
CAUTION Any faults found must be rectified (repair measure). Determine the cause of the loss and repair (equivalent to a repair). |
Check battery with the battery tester -
VAS 6161-
Before checking the battery, select the correct test mode on the
battery tester - VAS 6161- .
Maintenance test: applicable only for new vehicles which were
stored by the importer or the dealer ...
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Repairing the puncture
To repair the puncture, once the preliminary tasks are done,
follow these steps.
Apply the sealant
– The instructions for using the sealant correctly are on the packaging
Inflate the tyres.
– ...