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90000 MI or 144000 KM

Diagnose/Test
    Data Link Connector
      Diagnosis system: Read out fault memory.
Inspect
    Wiper and Washer Systems
      Windscreen washer, headlight washer: Check the fluid level and nozzle settings, pay attention to antifreeze protection in the winter.
    Vehicle
      Vehicle underside and engine compartment: Visual inspection for leaks (oils and fluids) and chafing damage (lines and hoses). Test drive: Foot and parking brakes (also actuation travel), engine, clutch, transmission, automatic speed control, steering, heating, air-conditioning system and instruments: Check function.
    Tires
      Check condition and pressure, include spare wheel.
    Tie Rod
      Check play and dust bellows.
    Throttle Cable/Linkage
      Throttle actuation: Check smooth operation, check full throttle position with the tester.
    Steering Gear
      Check play and dust bellows.
    Seat Belt Systems
      Check function and condition.
    Power Steering Fluid
    Parking Brake System
      Check free play of parking brake lever.
    Lighting and Horns
      Vehicle lighting: Check funtion; All headlamps: Check alignment. Horn: Check function.
    Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators
      All other electrical equipment as well as warning and indicator lights: Check function.
    Fuel Delivery and Air Induction
      Fuel system: Visual inspection for damage, routing and secure fit of line connections.
    Fluids
      Oils, fluids: Visual inspection for leaks.
    Exhaust System
      Visual inspection for leaks and damage, check suspension.
    Drive Belt
    Doors, Hood and Trunk
      Check the door locks, lid locks and safety hooks of the front lid to ensure that they are secure and functioning.
    Cooling System
      Coolant hoses: Check condition; Radiator: Visual inspection for external contamination.
    Coolant
      Check coolant level and antifreeze protection.
    Constant Velocity Joint
      Check play, visual inspection of dust bellows for damage, check screw connections of running gear adjustment facility, front and rear, for secure fit.
    Clutch, M/T
      Check play and pedal end position.
    Brakes and Traction Control
      Visual inspection of the brake pads and brake discs for wear.
    Brake Hose/Line
      Brake hoses and lines: Visual inspection for damage, routing and corrosion.
    Brake Fluid
    Axle Shaft
      Drive shafts: Visual inspection of boots for leakage and damage.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
    Fluid - M/T
    Fluid - Differential
      Change oil in automatic transmission final drive and front differential, where equipped.
    Fluid - A/T
      Change ATF and ATF filter.
    Engine Oil
    Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
    Air Filter Element