Roadwheel check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)

Check the wheel rims for distortion, damage and excessive run-out. Also make sure that the balance weights are secure with no obvious signs that any are missing.

Check the torque of the wheel bolts.

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    Final drive oil level check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
    1 Check the final drive oil level as follows. 2 Position the vehicle over a pit, or raise it at front and rear on ramps or axle stands. The vehicle must be level. 3 Wipe clean around the final dri ...

    Airflow meter - removal and refitting
    Note: A tachometer and an exhaust gas analyser will be required to check the idle mixture on completion. 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Depress the locking clip on the airflow meter wi ...

    Steering and suspension security check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
    1 Check the shock absorbers by bouncing the vehicle up and down at each corner in turn. When released, it should come to rest within one complete oscillation. Continued movement, or squeaking and ...