2005 Subaru Forester X, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

PDI Procedure: Notes

Follow the procedures shown in the table below.

Static Checks Just After Vehicle Receipt 

STATIC CHECKS JUST AFTER VEHICLE RECEIPT

Step Check point
  1. Appearance check
  1. If the vehicle is covered with protective coating, visually check the vehicle body for damage and dents. If the protective coating has been removed, visually check the body paints for small areas of damage or stains.
  2. Visually check the glass and light lenses for any damage and cracks or excessive gaps to the body sheet metal.
  3. Visually check the plated parts for any damage.
  1. 2. Tire check
  1. Check the tires for damage, abnormal conditions, and dents on the wheels.
  2. Check the tire air pressure.
  1. 3. Fuse installation
 If the vehicle is about to be delivered to the customer, attach a room lamp fuse.
  1. 4. Connection of air conditioner harness
 If the vehicle is about to be delivered to the customer, connect the air conditioner harness.
  1. 5. Check the doors for lock/unlock and open/close operations.
  1. Using the key, check if the door can be locked and unlocked normally.
  2. Open and close all doors to see that there are no abnormal conditions.
  1. 6. Operation check of the child safety lock system.
 Check the child safety lock system operate normally.
  1. 7. Check the rear gate for lock/unlock and open/ close operations.
  1. Open and close the rear gate to see that there are no abnormal conditions.
  2. Check if the rear gate can be unlocked normally from the emergency door.
  3. Operate the power door locking switch to check that the rear gate is locked and unlocked normally.
  1. 8. Operation check of fuel lid opener lock release ever
 Operate the fuel lid opener to check that the fuel lid is unlocked normally.
  1. 9. Accessory check
 Check that the following accessories are provided:
  • Owner's manual
  • Warranty booklet
  • Service booklet
  • Spare key
  • Jack
  • Tool set
  • Spare tire
  1. 10. Operation check of hood lock release system
 Operate the hood lock release lever to check that the hood opens normally.
  1. 11. Battery
 Check the battery for any abnormal conditions such as rust and trace of battery fluid leaks.
  1. 12. Brake fluid
 Check the fluid amount.
  1. 13. Engine oil
 Check the oil amount.
  1. 14. Transmission fluid
  1. Check the fluid amount.
  2. For AT, check the front differential oil.
  1. 15. AT front differential oil
 Check the AT front differential oil amount.
  1. 16. Coolant
 Check the coolant amount.
  1. 17. Clutch fluid
 Check the clutch fluid amount.
  1. 18. Window washer fluid
 Check the window washer fluid amount.
  1. 19. Hood latch check
 Check that the hood is closed and latched securely.
  1. 20. Keyless entry system
 Check that the keyless entry system operates normally.
  1. 21. Security system
 Check that the security system operates normally.
  1. 22. Seat
  1. Check the seat surfaces for smears or dirt.
  2. Check the seat installation conditions and functionality.
  1. 23. Seat belt
 Check the seat belt installation conditions and functionality.
  1. 24. Wheel alignment
 Check that the wheel alignments are properly adjusted.

Checks with the Engine Running 

CHECK STEP AND POINT WITH ENGINE RUNNING

Step Check point
  1. 25. Test mode connectors
 Test mode connectors
  1. 26. Starting condition
 Start the engine and check that the engine starts smoothly.
  1. 27. Exhaust system
 Check that the exhaust noise is normal and no leaks are found.
  1. 28. Indicator and warning lights
 Check that all the indicator and warning lights operate normally.
  1. 29. Clock
 Check that the clock operates normally.
  1. 30. Radio
 Check that the radio system operates normally.
  1. 31. Front accessory power supply socket
 Check that the front accessory power supply socket operates normally.
  1. 32. Lighting system
 Check that the lighting systems operate normally.
  1. 33. Window washer
 Check that the window washer system operates normally.
  1. 34. Wiper
 Check that the wiper system operates normally.
  1. 35. Power window operation check
 Check the power window for correct operations.

Dynamic Test with the Vehicle Running 

DYNAMIC TEST WITH VEHICLE RUNNING

Step Check point
  1. 36. Brake test
 Check that the foot brake operates normally.
  1. 37. Parking brake
 Check that the parking brake operates normally.
  1. 38. AT shift control
 Check the AT shift patterns are correct.
  1. 39. Heater & ventilation
 Check that the heater & ventilation system operates normally.
  1. 40. Air conditioner
 Check that the air conditioner operates normally.
  1. 41. Cruise control
 Check that the cruise control system operates normally.

Checks after Dynamic Test 

CHECK STEPS AND POINT AFTER DYNAMIC TEST

Step Check point
  1. 42. ATF level
 Check that the ATF level is normal.
  1. 43. Power steering fluid level
 Check that the power steering fluid level is normal.
  1. 44. Fluid leak check
 Check for fluid/oil leaks.
  1. 45. Water leak check
 Spray the vehicle with water and check for water leaks.
  1. 46. Appearance check 2
  1. Remove the protective coating (wrap guard).(if any)
  2. Check the body paints for damage and smears.
  3. Check the plated parts for damage and rust.
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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.