Vehicle Exterior (G2496216)
21. Remove external transit protection and check the exterior of the vehicle.
- Remove CAT1 protection after 180 days.
- Remove CAT2/CAT3 protection after 1 year unless the vehicle is to be transported by road on a transporter, then remove after 180 days.
Remove the vehicle exterior protection in accordance with the instructions set out in the INTRODUCTION article of this Service Information.
Check the exterior of the vehicle for damage and cleanliness.
Record any damage on the Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) check sheet. For additional information, Refer to: EXTERIOR PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION PROCESS
22. Visually inspect the underside of the vehicle.
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Remove the coil spring chocks (if equipped).
- Check the condition and correct installation of:
- Suspension components
- Exhaust
- Brake lines
- Fuel lines
- Check for any fluid leaks.
Record any identified concerns on the PDI check sheet and repair as required.
23. Remove wheel protection and discard according to local regulations. Install the wheel center badges (if equipped).
Wheel transit protection.
| COMPONENT NUMBER | COMPONENT NAME |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wheel protector - inner clip lock |
| 2 | Wheel protector - clip outer |
| 3 | Wheel protector - disc |
- With one hand, push the insert slightly in. Make sure you press on the disc retention ring and not the hook.
- Hold the hook with your other hand and quickly pull the insert out.
- All or some of the insert hooks will break off. Remove the remaining insert hooks from the bore.
Wheel center caps.
Install the center caps.
- Make sure the wheel cap logo lines up to the tire valve as shown.
- An audible click will be heard when the caps are correctly installed.
23a. Remove brake disc transit protection bags (if equipped).
24. Inspect the road wheels and tires for damage.
Inspect the spare wheel and tire (if equipped).
Record and damage on the PDI check sheet.
Check all the wheel nuts are tightened to the correct torque value.
Torque: 133 Nm (98 lbf.ft). For additional information, Refer to: SPECIFICATIONS
Record the locking wheel nut key code on the PDI check sheet and store the locking wheel nut key in the designated location.
25. Set tire pressures to road test value.
Deflate the rolling tires from transit pressure, to the advised pressure on the instrument cluster. This pressure is displayed in brackets and can be accessed by selecting: Vehicle Information and then Tire Pressures.
When the tire pressures are reduced from the high transit/storage pressure (350 - 380 kPa (3.5 - 3.8 bar/51 - 56 PSI) to normal pressures, the final pressure will rise after about 2 minutes, possibly giving incorrect tire pressures. Further adjustment is only necessary if under inflated, or over inflated by more than 2 PSI.
For the spare tire, inflate to the highest recommended cold inflation pressure for that tire size, on the label located at the base of the driver's door opening, using a calibrated tire pressure gauge.
Remove bar code labels from wheels (if equipped).
26. Check the operation of door locks, hood latch and fuel flap.
- Do not leave the emergency key blade or smart key in the vehicle when testing the emergency manual locks.
- Take care when inserting the emergency key blade into the door lock barrel, there is a high risk of paint damage.
Use the emergency key blade to check the operation of the emergency key barrel and emergency manual locks.
Using the driver's door switch pack operate the electrical child safety locks and check operation.
Install the emergency key door handle cover.
- Install the emergency key door handle cover to the gasket clips.
- Rotate the emergency key door handle cover into place. A click can be heard or felt when seated correctly to the emergency key door handle cover gasket.
- Grip the top and bottom of the emergency key door handle cover between the thumb and finger.
- Pull gently to confirm the emergency key door handle cover is correctly installed to the gasket.
Power tailgate (if equipped).
Verify that the power tailgate opens from the smart key, internal and external release switches and closes from the switch on the inside of the tailgate.
27. Check the operation of both smart keys.
Use the smart key to make sure that the vehicle entry systems function correctly.
Check the passive entry system (if equipped).
Check the operation of all the smart key functions.
Make sure the emergency key blade is present with each smart key.
28. Check the operation of the activity key and attach it to the smart key loop (if equipped).
Remove the charger from the activity key.
- Switch the ignition off and exit the vehicle.
- Close all of the doors, tailgate and hood.
- Use the activity key to lock the vehicle.
- Check that all closures are locked.
- Use the activity key to unlock the vehicle.
- Check that all closures are unlocked.
29. Check the operation of the vehicle alarm (if equipped).
- Sit inside the vehicle and make sure that all the doors and windows are closed.
- Use the smart key to lock the vehicle, (the horn will emit a single tone).
- Attempt the exit the vehicle by opening a door, (the alarm will operate).
- Use the smart key to unlock the vehicle, (the hazard warning lamps will flash twice to indicate the alarm has been disabled).
30. Remove front/rear towing eye and store with the vehicle emergency equipment.
Remove the towing eye and install it with the emergency equipment.
30a. Install the front/rear tow eye cover.
- Install the retainer into the bumper.
- Install the tow eye cover, make sure that the clips are correctly installed.
31. Install the front undershield.
- A. Rubber lip, obstructing the installation of the undershield.
- B. Rubber lip, not obstructing the installation of the undershield.
- Install the front clips to the bumper.
- Install the 6 fasteners.
32. Install the front and rear license plates.
Install the front license plate plinth (if equipped).
The front license plate in some markets must be installed to a license plate plinth. To install, refer to the illustrations below.
When the license plate plinth has been aligned and installed, install the license plate directly to the plinth as required.
Establish the center line of the front bumper, mark the bumper with a non-permanent marker.
Drill a pilot hole, install and tighten the center screw in the license plate plinth.
Make sure the plinth is correctly aligned, install and tighten the 4 screws.
Install the rear license plate.
Install the rear license plate into the plastic screw inserts located in the tailgate.