VW Service Schedule

 

 

LUBE MINOR/FULL MAJOR
INITIAL CHECKS
Check and advise on timing belt replacement interval (replaced at extra cost) • • •
Check vehicle exterior for any damage to bodywork, trim, lamps, number plates and mirrors • • •
Check previous vehicle history note any previous recommendations or driver requests • • •
VEHICLE ON THE GROUND
Check brake fluid condition, top up or replace if due (extra cost) • • •
Check clutch fluid condition (if applicable) top up or replace (extra cost) • • •
Check power steering fluid condition (if applicable) top up or replace (extra cost) • • •
Check battery condition, terminals and security • • •
Check operation of interior lights • • •
Check pollen/cabin filter and replace • • •
Check operation and travel of handbrake • • •
Check brake pedal operation and travel • • •
Check antifreeze condition and top up • • •
Check fuel cap condition • • •
Check operation of exterior lights • • •
Check condition of windscreen and all glass • • •
Check condition of front and rear (if fitted) wiper blades and operation of washers, top up screen wash • • •
Check operation of instrument gauges, ABS and all warning lights and horn • • •
Check condition and operation of all seatbelts, buckles and stalks • • •
Visually inspect HT leads and distributor cap (if fitted) for cracks and wear • • •
Lubricate throttle cable and linkage (if applicable) • •
Check operation of cooling fan • •
Check (where fitted) power assisted steering belt or auxiliary drive belt for condition and adjustment • •
Replace air filter • •
Check operation of clutch • •
Lubricate doors, bonnet, tailgate hinges and catches • •
Visual check of driver and passenger airbag for external damage • •
Check operation of air conditioning • •
Test starter motor cranking operation & security • •
Check coolant system for leaks • •
Check operation of locks & keys • •
Replace spark plugs (petrol) if due •
Check gearbox man/auto and rear axle (if applicable) oil and fluid levels and top up or replace (extra cost) •
Replace fuel filter for diesel engines •
VEHICLE RAISED/OFF THE GROUND
Check front and rear shock absorber, suspension and mountings, for wear, condition and leakage • • •
Check security and condition of brake pipes, flexible hoses and handbrake cables • • •
Inspect rear wheel cylinders/callipers (if fitted) for condition and leakage • • •
Check condition and security of steering rack suspension, mountings and gaiters • • •
Check track rod ends, ball joints for condition wear and security • • •
Check wheel bearing for excess play or noise • • •
Check all tyres (inc. spare) for condition and wear, check and adjust all tyre pressure • • •
Check drive shaft joints for wear and gaiter condition and prop shaft joints for wear and condition • • •
Drain engine oil, use flushing oil and drain, replace sump plug • • •
Replace oil filter • • •
Renew engine oil (note long life, low ash and specialist oil extra cost) • • •
Check security and condition of fuel lines • • •
Check exhaust system condition, security and leakage • • •
Check and inspect under body of vehicle for corrosion or damage • • •
Carry out any extra checks as per manufacturers schedule • • •
Check for any visible signs of brake fluid leakage on front and rear back plates (wheels removed) • •
Remove front and rear wheels, refit and ensure wheel nuts torqued as per manufacturers spec. • •
Check and record tyre tread depth on all tyres inc. spare • •
Check engine and gearbox mountings for security and wear • •
Visually inspect radiator/cooling system for leaks and check condition of hoses • •
Check front and rear brake pads, discs, shoes and drum condition and measure thickness (wheels removed) • •
Visual check only of front and rear brake pads and discs (wheels not removed) •
FINAL CHECKS
Carry out road test • • •
Carry out diagnostics check • • •
Reset service level indicator (where applicable) • • •
Stamp service book • • •
Check exhaust emissions and idle speed • •
Carry out service wash and vacuum • •