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
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
Fuel system: Visual inspection for damage, correct routing and firm seating of the line connections
Power-assisted steering: Check fluid level
Parking brake: Check free play of the parking brake lever
Brake system: Visual inspection of the brake pads and brake discs for signs and wear
Brake hoses and lines: Visual inspection for damage, correct routing and corrosion
Brake fluid: Check level
Clutch: Check play or final position of pedal
Steering gear: Visual inspection of the bellows for signs of damage
Tie rod ends: Check play and dust bellows
Axle joints: Check play, visual inspection of the dust bellows for signs of damage check tightness of screw connections on the suspension adjustment at the front and rear
Drive shafts: Visual inspection of the boots for leaks and signs of damage
Exhaust system: Visual inspection for leaks and signs of damage, check mounts
Tires and spare wheel: Check condition and tire pressure
Safety belts: Check operation and
condition
Vehicle lights: Check operation
All headlights: Check setting
Horn: Check operation
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
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
Check airbag system (every 4, 8 and 10 years, thereafter every 2 years)
Check mounts for engine, transmission and running gear: Visual inspection of all rubber mounts for signs of damage (every 4, 8 and 10 years, thereafter every 2 years)