Road Test, Performing
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Procedure:
-- Evaluate the following during the road test:
- Engine: output, stalling, idling, acceleration, starting behavior (warm and cold), engine noises
- Clutch: starting behavior, pedal force, smell, noises during a change in load
- Manual transmission: ease of movement, gearshift lever position, transmission noises
- Automatic transmission: selector lever position, shift lock/ignition key lock, transmission noises, kickdown, shift behavior, instrument cluster display
- Foot and parking brake: function, free play and effectiveness, pulling to one side, response characteristics (braking delay), rubbing, squeaking
- ABS function: when braking with activated ABS, the brake pedal must pulse noticeably.
- Steering: function, steering play, steering wheel in the center position when driving in a straight line, directional stability (pulling to the side)
- Imbalance: wheels, drive axle
- Wheel bearing: noises
- Roof insert: noise disturbance during operation
- Check the horn
- Hybrid vehicles: check the electric drive readiness by pressing the EV button, charge function while accelerating
NOTE:
All checks depend on the vehicle equipment and the available options (city/rural).