Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Procedure: Notes
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Perform the procedures indicated in the table below.
STATIC CHECKS JUST AFTER VEHICLE RECEIPT
| Step | Check point |
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| 1. Appearance |
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| 2. Tire |
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| 3. Fuses | If the vehicle is about to be delivered to customer, attach the room light fuse. |
| 4. Lock/unlock and open/close operation checks of doors. |
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| 5. Child safety lock | Check the child safety lock system operates normally. |
| 6. Rear gate Lock/Unlock and open/close operations |
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| 7. Fuel filler lid opener lever | Operate the fuel filler lid opener to check that the fuel filler lid unlocks normally. |
| 8. Towing hook (eyebolt) | At factory shipment, the towing hook (eyebolt) is installed to the rear bumper. Remove the towing hook (eyebolt), store it in the holder. |
| 9. Accessory | Check that the following accessories are equipped.
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| 10. Front hood lock release system | Operate the front hood lock release lever to check that the front hood opens normally. |
| 11. Battery | Check the battery for any abnormal conditions such as rust or traces of battery fluid leaks. |
| 12. Brake fluid | Check the brake fluid amount. |
| 13. Engine oil | Check the engine oil amount. |
| 14. Transmission gear oil | Check that the transmission gear oil level is normal. |
| 15. AT front differential gear oil | Check for leakage of AT front differential gear oil. |
| 16. Rear differential gear oil | Check for leakage of gear oil from the rear differential. |
| 17. Engine coolant | Check the engine coolant level. |
| 18. Clutch fluid | Check the clutch fluid amount. |
| 19. Window washer fluid | Check the window washer fluid amount. |
| 20. Front hood latch | Check that the front hood is closed normally and locked securely. |
| 21. Keyless entry system | Check that the keyless entry system operates normally. |
| 22. Security system (Alarm system) | Check that the security system (alarm system) operates normally. |
| 23. Seat |
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| 24. Seat belt |
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| 25. TPMS (U.S. model) |
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| 26. ECM protector | For Canada model, check the ECM protector installation conditions. |
CHECKS WITH ENGINE RUNNING
| Step | Check point |
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| 27. Delivery (test) mode connector | Check that the delivery (test) mode connector is separated. |
| 28. Immobilizer system |
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| 29. Starting condition | Start the engine and check that the engine starts smoothly. |
| 30. Exhaust system | Check that the exhaust noise is normal and no leaks are found. |
| 31. Indicator and warning lights | Check that all indicator lights and warning lights are operating correctly. |
| 32. Heater & ventilation | Check that the heater & ventilation system operates normally. |
| 33. Air conditioner | Check that the air conditioner operates normally. |
| 34. Clock | Check that the clock operates normally. |
| 35. Antenna | Install the antenna. |
| 36. Audio | Check the radio and AUX operate normally. |
| 37. Accessory power supply socket | Check that the accessory power supply socket operates normally. |
| 38. Lighting system | Check that the lighting system operates normally. |
| 39. Window washer | Check that the window washer system operates normally. |
| 40. Navigation system |
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| 41. Wiper | Check that the wiper system operates normally. |
| 42. Power window operation check | Check that the power window operates normally. |
| 43. Sunroof | Check that the sunroof operates normally. |
| 44. Rear defogger system | Check that the rear defogger system operates normally. |
| 45. Door mirror | Check that the remote control door mirror operates normally. |
| 46. Parking brake | Check the parking brake for normal operations. |
DYNAMIC TEST WITH VEHICLE RUNNING
| Step | Check point |
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| 47. Brake test | Check the foot brake for normal operations. |
| 48. Shift control | Check that the AT and MT shift normally. |
| 49. Cruise control | Check that the cruise control system operates normally. |
CHECKS AFTER DYNAMIC TEST
| Step | Check point |
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| 50. ATF level | Check that the ATF level is correct. |
| 51. Power steering fluid level | Check that the power steering fluid level is normal. |
| 52. Fluid leakage | Check for fluid/oil leaks. |
| 53. Water leakage | Spray the vehicle with water and check for water leaks. |
| 54. Appearance 2 |
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