Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Since troubleshooting actually begins when repairs are taken on, the following procedure is recommended:
1. Check customer concern is clear. If necessary reproduce the concern on the vehicle.
2. If the concern cannot be reproduced, carry out a road test and/or a visual check with the aid of the following table:
Mechanical
- Coolant leaks
- Oil leaks
- Leaks in the fuel system
- Visibly damaged or worn parts
- Loose or missing nuts or bolts

3. If a fault can be clearly identified by the visual check, rectify the fault and test the system to see that it functions perfectly.
4. If the fault cannot be clearly identified, use the following symptom chart to identify it. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures