SERVICE
SCHEDULE
Service at 40,000 miles (64,000 km)
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continued
1
Air cleaner: Replace filter element
1
Cooling system: Check coolant level; add if necessary
1
Dust and pollen filter
(where
applicable):
Replace
1
Ribbed belt: Check
condition
1
Power
Steering: Check fluid level
1
Drive shafts: Check boots
1
Front
axle: Check
dust
seals
on ball joints.
tie rod
ends;
check tie rods
1
On-Board diagnostic system: Check fault memory; purge if necessary
1
Roof
frame: Clean and lubricate
1
Automatic
transmission: Check ATF
1
Rear spoiler: Lubricate
(New Beetle only)
1
Airbag
system:
Visual
check every
12 months regardless
of
mileage (kilometres)
1
Road
test:
Check
kickdown.
braking,
steering, heating and ventilation. air
condition-
ing,
power accessories and electrical systems
1
12V starter and auxiliary battery: check
(where
applicable)
1
Convertible top: Check function and check roll-over
protection
with
convertible
top
open
(New Beetle Convertible only)
Next Service:
Date:
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km: .....
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whichever occurs first
Today's
date and
Volkswagen
Dealer stamp
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