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02-2 Inspection
Pre-Delivery Inspection -PDI- (Export)
The operations marked with * apply to all countries; other
operations are applicable to certain countries only!
Compare as-delivered condition of vehicle with order form Chapter
♦Engine fitted
♦Type plate in the engine compartment
♦Vehicle data sticker (compare with stamped identification number)
♦Colour of paintwork, badges, inscriptions
♦Seats (cover, colour) interior trim (colour)
♦Radio, speakers, aerial
♦Central locking system, anti-theft alarm system
♦Wheels, tyres
♦Sun roof
♦Vehicle log book - for completion: Operating manual and service plan (in the correct lan-
guage and with the correct edition data), short introduction, technical data, support in the
case of a breakdown, other manuals (radio,...) ) - all in the vehicle log book pouch
♦Other equipment (all equipment fitted in proper condition)
* Check transport damage (bodywork, paintwork, upholstery, interior trim, carpeting, footmats,
tyres, wheels)02-5, 02-7
Vehicle (exterior)
–Check that all car keys and key number fobs have been provided; check that the sticker
for the key number for the electronic immobiliser is complete and legible
–Proper operation of door handles outside, door locks, child safety locks, door contact
switches and proper operation of all locks and keys (including spare keys), doors, boot lid/
tailgate, fuel filler cap, bonnet lock02-7
–Proper operation of anti-theft alarm system
Engine compartment (from above)
–Check battery no-load voltage, recharge battery if necessary02-6
–Check tight connection of electric cables and plug connections (in particular battery ca-
bles)
–Inspect engine, gearbox, cooling system, brake system and fuel system for leaks02-3, 02-5
–Engine oil level (in-between markings on dipstick)02-3
–Brake fluid level (at „MAX“ marking)02-5
–Coolant level (in-between marking), special equipment antifreeze down to -35°C02-3
–Fill up fluid in washer reservoir, in the winter add antifreeze
Vehicle interior
–Proper operation of seat belts, seat belt height adjuster, power windows and sun roof
–Check car tool kit, spare wheel and accessories for completeness and proper attachment
Underside of vehicle (on lift platform)
–Inspect underbody (underbody protection for damage)02-7
–Inspect for leaks and damage: Engine, gearbox, final drive, steering, brake system, axles,
joint boots. Check proper routing of the brake hoses and brake lines, fuel lines including
ventilation of the fuel system02-3, 02-5

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Pre-sales Inspection - (the Czech Republic)
Compare as-delivered condition of vehicle with order form Chapter
♦Engine fitted
♦Type plate in the engine compartment
♦Vehicle data sticker (compare with stamped identification number)
♦Colour of paintwork, badges, inscriptions
♦Seats (cover, colour) interior trim (colour)
♦Radio, speakers, aerial
♦Central locking system, anti-theft alarm system
♦Wheels, tyres
♦Sun roof
♦Vehicle log book - for completion: Operating manual and service plan (in the correct lan-
guage and with the correct edition data), a list of dealers, short introduction, technical da-
ta, other manuals (radio......) ) - all in the vehicle log book pouch
♦Other equipment (all equipment fitted in proper condition)
♦Vehicles in stock for more than 6 months: Change brake fluid
Inspections and operations to be completed
Vehicle (exterior)
–Plastic and rubber parts - cleanliness and damage
–Inspect bodywork and paintwork for damage02-7
–Check that all car keys and key number fobs have been provided; check that the sticker
for the key number for the electronic immobiliser is complete and legible
–Proper operation of door handles outside, door locks, child safety locks, door contact
switches and proper operation of all locks and keys (including spare keys), doors, boot lid/
tailgate, fuel filler cap, bonnet lock02-7
–Proper operation of anti-theft alarm system
–Tighten the wheel bolts to specified torque (steel and light alloy wheels 120 Nm), fit wheel
caps02-5
–Check the tyre inflation pressure (including spare wheel), if necessary correct the tyre in-
flation pressure, fit valve caps02-5
–Fit roof aerial
Engine compartment (from above)
–Check battery no-load voltage, recharge battery if necessary02-6
–Check tight connection of electric cables and plug connections (in particular battery ca-
bles)
–Inspect engine, gearbox, cooling system, brake system and fuel system for leaks02-3, 02-5
–Engine oil level (in-between markings on dipstick)02-3
–Brake fluid level (at „MAX“ marking)02-5
–Coolant level (in-between marking)02-3
–Fill up fluid in washer reservoir, in the winter add antifreeze
–Windscreen wiper/washer system and headlamp cleaning system: Check for proper oper-
ation02-7
Vehicle interior

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–Fit roof aerial
Engine compartment (from above)
–Check battery no-load voltage; recharge if necessary02-6
–Check tight connection of electric cables and plug connections (in particular battery ca-
bles)
–Brake fluid level (at „MAX“ marking)02-5
–Check the engine oil level (to be in-between the marking on the dipstick)02-3
–Check the coolant level (in-between marking), for special equipment antifreeze down to -
35 °C02-3
–Fill up fluid in washer reservoir, in the winter add antifreeze
–Check windscreen wiper and washer system, the spray nozzle adjustment and the resting
position of the windscreen wipers02-7
Vehicle interior
–Inspect upholstery, interior trim, carpeting and footmats for cleanliness and damage
–Inspect all switches, all electrical components, gauges/indicators and controls02-6
–Radio: Inspect for proper operation, store stations, encode, set clock02-6
–Fit net in luggage compartment (if available)
–Vehicle log book - for completion: Operating manual and service plan (in the correct lan-
guage and with the correct edition data), short introduction, technical data, support in the
case of a breakdown, other manuals (radio,...) ) - all in the vehicle log book pouch
–Reset service interval display02-6
–Power windows: Inspecting positioning02-6
–Key switch for airbag deactivation, front passenger side: Check function „ON/OFF“ and
switch-over to the position „ON“02-7
Underside of vehicle (on lift platform)
–Inspect underbody (underbody protection for damage)02-7
–Inspect for leaks and damage: Engine, gearbox, final drive, steering, brake system, axles,
joint boots. Check proper routing of the brake hoses and brake lines, fuel lines including
ventilation of the fuel system02-3, 02-5
–Inspect tyres and wheels for damage02-5
Concluding operations
–Perform a test drive02-9
–Interrogate fault memory of all systems, if necessary erase02-6
–Complete the service schedule, affix the vehicle data sticker in the Service Schedule to
the floor of the luggage compartment next to the spare wheel, complete the „Next Service
Date“ sticker and affix to the side of the dash panel on the driver's side02-7
–Remove recharging table (if affixed)
–Remove protective seat covers
–Install the carpets supplied in the vehicle
–Final inspection to ensure proper condition for handover to customer

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The timing belt must most definitely be replaced if any
shortcomings are found. This will help prevent any fail-
ures or operational problems. Replacing the timing belt is
a repair measure.
Replacing toothed belt and guide pulley
for camshaft drive (1.9 SDI engines)
–Removing and installing the toothed belt
⇒Rep. Gr. 13; 1.9/47 SDI engine, Mechanics.
Inspecting engine oil level
When inspecting, pay attention to the following points:
Before inspecting, warm up the engine to normal temper-
ature.
Wait at least 3 minutes after switching off the engine to al-
low the oil to flow back into the oil pan.
–Withdraw dipstick, wipe off with a clean cloth and re-
insert dipstick fully.
–Withdraw dipstick once again and read off oil level.
Fig. 1: Oil dipstick version I
Fig. 2: Oil dipstick version ll
The oil level in area -a-
–The oil must be topped up. It is sufficient when the oil
level rises to the area -b-.
The oil level in area -b-
–The oil can be topped up. It is possible that the oil level
will rise to the area -c-.
The oil level in area -c-
–The oil must not be topped up.
♦The oil level must not, under any circumstances, be
above area -a- - danger of damage to the catalytic
converter.
♦The vehicle must be standing on level ground when
measuring the oil level. Wait a few minutes after
switching off the engine to allow the oil to flow back
into the oil pan.
Change engine oil
♦The engine oil should always be changed, if possible,
when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
♦If the engine oil is drained, replace the seal of the oil
drain plug.
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