BMW 5251 Service Manual page 39

Table b. Inspection I Service (continued)
Checlt transmission and differential for
external lealts.
Check CV joint boots for damage or leaks.
Visually check fuel tank, fuel lines, and
connections for leaks.
New parts
Tools Required required
Check condition, position, and mounting ol
exhaust system. Visually check and adjusl
if necessary.
Check power steering system for lealts.
Check power steering fluid level and adjust
i f necessary.
Check steering racidbox and tie rods for
tightness. Checit condition of front axle
joints, steering linkage, and steering shaft
joints.
Check overall thickness of front and rear
bralte pads using BMW special tool. If
replacement is necessary:
Examine brake disc surface.
Clean brake pad contact points in calipers
Grease wheel centering hubs.
Checlt thickness of parking brake linings
only when replacing rear brake shoes.
Checit operation of pariting brake and
adjust as necessary.
Checlt front control arm bushings for
damage or wear.
Check brake system connections and lines
for leaks, damage, and incorrect
positioning
Warm engine
( ~ e a l e r service Irepair
,
required recommended lnformat~on
Check parking braite actuator. Adjust if
necessary
Check ail tire pressure (including spare)
and correct if necessary.
Checlt condition of tires (outer tread
surface), tread wear pattern: in case of
uneven wear, perform wheel alignment.
inspect entire body according to terms of
rust oerforation limited warrantv. (Must be
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perfdrmed at least every two years).
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Read out on-board diagnostic (OBD 1 1 ) fault
codes.
Checkengine coolant system1 heater hose
connections for leaks.
Checit coolant level and antifreeze
protection level. Add coolant as necessary.
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