Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Ventilation of fuel tank
The battery voltage must be higher than 12V.
Charger NOT CONNECTED
The coolant temperature must be between 1.5 - 60 deg.C (34.7 - 140 deg.F).
The ambient temperature must range between 1.5 - 38 deg.C (34.7 - 100 deg.F).
Fuel temperature more than 30 deg.C (86 deg.F).
Fill level in fuel tank between 30% and 90%.
The tank cap is locked.
The vehicle must not be refueled shortly before the test.
The test drive must last for at least 10 minutes.
Switch off ignition and wait for 8 minutes run-on time of control unit to end.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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