Test driving and checking

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Car

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Clean and check that everything is in position.
Start the car. Check first with the gear in neutral.
Rapidly depress and release the clutch a couple of times.

Then test drive car without putting any pressure on the clutch at first.

Once the engine has reached operating temperature and the clutch feels normal, try a few test starts with rapid gear changes.

There should be no jerking or vibrations.

CAUTION: Inform the customer that a new flywheel has been installed.