Index Volkswagen Volkswagen Golf (2004) / Golf Plus (2005) - service repair manual
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Checklist for evaluating running gear of accident vehicles Damage to running gear may go unnoticed during repairs to load- bearing and suspension parts of accident vehicles. Under certain circumstances, this undiscovered damage could lead to serious consequential damage during later vehicle operation. Therefore, the following parts of accident vehicles must be examined in the manner and order described independent of wheel alignment which may have to be performed. If no deviations from specifica‐ tions are measured during wheel alignment, there are no defor‐ mations of the running gear. cuts and kinks. ♦ Examine hydraulic lines, threaded connections and steering gear for leaks. ♦ Check steering box and lines for secure seating. steering from stop to stop. In the process, the steering wheel must turn with a constant force without resistance. Visual inspection and functional check of running gear deformation, cracks and other damage. ♦ Renew damaged parts ment stand. Visual and functional check of wheels and tyres alignment; Rep. Gr. 44 ♦ Check tyres for cuts and impact damage in the profile and on the flanks ⇒ Wheels, tyres, wheel alignment; Rep. Gr. 44 . ♦ Check tyre inflation pressure; see tyre inflation pressure stick‐ er in fuel tank flap or ⇒ Maintenance ; Booklet ; Check tyres: condition, profile, inflation pressure, depth of tread If rim of wheel and/or tyre is damaged, renew tyre. This also ap‐ plies if the circumstances of the accident and the damage to the vehicle indicate possible damage which is not visible. not be older than 6 years. be renewed. 1. Checklist for evaluating running gear of accident vehicles 1
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