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VW Diagnosis

A physical checkup of your VW is extremely important for determing the amount of additional maintenance your vehicle may need for continuing peak performance. Chances are if you have regularly maintained your vehicle, it's in good running condition. read more...
Engine and Clutch
Fan belt
Distributor contact points

Dwell Angle


Ignition Timing

Spark Plugs: Cylinders: 1 2 3 4

Compression
Carburetor preheating flaps
Throttle positioner or switch
Crankcase ventilation
Air intake flaps and bellows
Exhaust system
Engine oil level (disregard if oil is changed)
Engine oil leaks
Idling: Check and adjust

Rear Axle and Transmission
Clutch pedal free play
Axle boots or drive shaft boots
Rear axle, final drive and transmission leaks
Check torque of bolts on constant velocity joints
Shock absorbers: left right

Automatic Transmission
Stick shift servo rod clearance
Stick shift lever contacts
Transmission fluid pan: Check torque of bolts
Torque converter system: Check for leaks
Transmission kickdown: Correct function

Compression Test










Wheels, Brakes, Tires
Brake system: Check for leaks and damages
Brake pedal: Check stroke
Brake pedal: Check free play
Hand brake: Check adjustment
Brake fluid level

Brake linings or pads: Check thickness


Tire condition: Check for wear and damage
(Tire pressure corrected as needed.)
Wheels: Check torque of mounting bolts

Front Axle and Steering
Tie rods and tie rod ends: Check dust seals
Upper torsion arms and play
King and link pins: Check play
Ball Joints: Check proper fit of plugs


Steering damper: Check for leaks and damage

Shock absorbers: Check for leaks and damage
Steering: Check play
Steering gear box: Check for leaks

Camber of front wheels




Toe-in/toe out of front wheels


Electrical System
Cranking system
Charging system
Wiper blades
Windshield washer
Battery: Check electrolyte level

Battery voltage: Check under load


Headlights: Check and adjust
Parking lights
License plate light
Interior lights
Emergency lights
Ignition lock
Stoplights
Backup lights
Signal lights
Horn
Dashboard lights
Warning lights
Brake
Oil pressure
Generator
Heated rear window

Test Drive
Brakes
Clutch
Steering
Performance


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