Overview of ongoing maintenance Introduction This chapter has been written to help the hobby mechanic keep his vehicle at peak performance, economy, safety and reliability. Further in the Chapter you...
Maintenance Specifications Types and volumes of lubricants and fluids used Keep children away from operating materials. If ingested by a child, consult a doctor immediately. Only use materials...
Active Scheduled Maintenance Alert System (ASSYST) The current maintenance period is displayed on the dashboard. The maintenance indicator provides information on the optimal timing of maintenance work. Approximately one...
Schedule of ongoing maintenance Engine compartment. Models S600 1 - Reservoir for glass and headlight washers; 2 - Expansion tank; 3 - Dipstick for measuring the level of impellent oil; 4 - Brake fluid...
General setup information Term «setting» is used in this manual to refer to a set of procedures rather than a single procedure. If the routine maintenance schedule is strictly adhered to from the...
Checking fluid levels, leak control Note. The procedures for checking the fluid level are described below, performed every 400 km or monthly. A description of other fluid level checks can be found later in...
Changing the engine oil and oil filter Attention! Prolonged skin contact with used engine oil is quite dangerous. Use barrier cream and wear gloves during this procedure. Change oil-soaked clothing...
Checking the brake system Warning! Dust resulting from wear on the linings and accumulating on brake components may contain asbestos that is hazardous to health. Do not blow this dust out with...
Fuel system check Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable, so special precautions must be taken when working on any component of the fuel system. Do not smoke, and do not approach the work...
Checking the automatic transmission oil level Marks on the dipstick for measuring the level of automatic transmission fluid A - At an oil temperature of 25°C B - At a temperature of 80°C Liquid level check 1. The...
Visual check of tightness of automatic transmission Oil leaks from the gearbox are possible in the following places: The plane of the junction of the block of cylinders and AT (crankshaft rear oil seal). At the junction...
Checking the fluid level of the power steering system 1. Periodically check the fluid level in the power steering system to avoid problems with the vehicle's handling, such as damage to the steering pump. Proceed as...
Checking the air conditioning system Attention! The air conditioning system is under high pressure. Do not attempt to loosen any connections or remove parts of the system without first discharging the...
Lubrication of door stops and lock cylinder 1. Lubricate door stops and hinges with Optimol-Optitemp TT 1 grease. 2. Lubricate the door lock cylinders. Insert and remove the key from the lock several times.
Visual inspection of the seat belt and airbag unit 1. Pull out the seat belt fully and check the webbing for broken threads. 2. Damage can be caused by, for example, a pinched belt or exposure to a burning cigarette. In...
Checking the headlights and horn 1. Turn on the ignition and check the operation of all external lighting devices. 2. With the help of an assistant or by driving the car in reverse against a wall, check...
Battery check, care and charging Tools and Materials Needed for Battery Care 1 - Face shield / goggles - when brushing off traces of corrosion, particles of crystallized acid can easily get into the...
Brake Fluid Replacement Required special tool: Ring wrench for unscrewing the bleed valve. Transparent plastic hose with an inner diameter of 6 mm and a container for collecting brake fluid....