Underside of vehicle and engine compartment: Visual inspection for leaks (oils and fluids) and chafing (wires, lines and hoses)
Underbody paneling: Check that the underbody paneling is securely fastened -replace any damaged and/or missing panels
Power assisted steering: Check fluid level
Coolant hoses: Check condition
Radiators and air inlets: Visual inspection for external debris and blockage
Coolant: Check level and antifreeze
Particle filter: Replace filter element
Brake hoses and lines: Visual inspection for damage, correct routing and corrosion
Brake fluid: Check level
Drive shafts: Visual inspection of the boots for leaks and signs of damage
Tires and spare wheel: Check condition and tire pressure
Door locks, lid locks, safety hook and internal trunk release mechanism (trunk entrapment) of the front lid: Check to ensure that they are adjusted correctly and function properly
Vehicle lights: Check operation
All headlights: Check setting
Horn: Check operation
Windshield wiper/washer, headlight washer: Check fluid level and nozzle settings, make sure to check the antifreeze during winter months
Electrical equipment as well as indicator and warning lights: Check operation
During road or dynamometer test: Radio remote control, front seats, brake pedal and parking brake (also operating travel), engine, clutch, steering system, transmission, parking assistant, automatic speed control, PSM switch, heating, air conditioning system and instruments: Check operation