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B - Service Schedule



B - Service Schedule

Vehicle Passenger Compartment
Function Check:
- Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting.
- Windshield wipers, windshield washer system.
- Headlamp cleaning system.
- Check seat belts for damage and proper function.
- Reset Flexible Service System (FSS) counter in instrument cluster.

Wheels, Brakes
- Check brake pads for lining thickness front/rear.
- Check condition of brake discs front and rear.
- Check tires for damage and condition.
- Measure and record tread depth.
- Correct tire inflation pressure.

Vehicle Underbody
- Visual check for:
- Leakage - Major components.
- Chafe marks, line routing, components.
- Check condition of front axle ball joints and rubber boots.
- Check condition of steering's mechanical components and rubber boots.

Engine Compartment
- Visually check:
- Leakage - Major components.
- Chafe marks, line routing, components.
- Engine oil and filter change.
- Check and correct fluid level:
- Brake system.
- Power steering.
- Windshield washer system.
- If so equipped: Battery, wet cell; Check acid level, replenish.
- Check battery condition using "Midtronics MCR 717" Tester.
- Lubricate throttle linkage, check function and condition.
- Check catch, safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation.