Test drive: Perform
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To what extent the following can be checked is dependent upon the vehicle equipment and local conditions (urban/country).
- The following should be checked by means of a road test:
- Engine: Output, misfiring, idling speed, acceleration
- Clutch: Pulling away, pedal pressure, odors
- Gear selection: Ease of operation, shift lever position
- Automatic transmission: Selector lever position, shift lock / ignition key removal lock, shift behavior, instrument panel insert display
- Foot and parking brake: Function, free travel and effectiveness, pulling to one side, juddering, squeal
- ABS function: A pulsing at the brake pedal must be felt when performing ABS controlled braking
- Steering: Function, steering free play, steering wheel centralized when wheels are in straight ahead position
- Tilt/slide sunroof: Function
- Cruise Control System (CCS): Function
- Radio: reception, SCV, interference
- Driver Information System (DIS): Functions
- A/C system: Function
- Vehicle: Moving off line when traveling straight ahead (level road)
- Imbalance: Wheels, drive shafts
- Wheel bearings: Noises
- Engine: Hot starting behavior