Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Procedure: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Subaru Ascent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Perform the procedures indicated in the table below.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE - STATIC CHECKS JUST AFTER VEHICLE RECEIPT
| Item | Check point |
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| 1. Appearance |
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| 2. Tire |
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| 3. Fuse installation | If the vehicle is about to be delivered to customer, attach a delivery mode fuse to the back-up fuse holder. |
| 4. Door lock/unlock and open/close operations |
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| 5. Child safety lock | Check the child safety lock system operates normally. |
| 6. Rear gate lock/unlock and open/close operation |
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| 7. Power rear gate | Check if the power rear gate operates normally. |
| 8. Fuel lid lock/unlock and open/close operation |
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| 9. Accessory | Check that the following accessories are equipped.
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| 10. Front hood lock release | Operate the front hood lock release lever to check that the panel COMPL front hood opens normally. |
| 11. Battery | Check the battery for any abnormal conditions such as rust or traces of battery fluid leaks. |
| 12. Brake fluid | Check the brake fluid amount. |
| 13. Engine oil | Check the engine oil amount. |
| 14. CVTF | Check for leakage of CVTF. |
| 15. CVT front differential gear oil | Check for leakage of CVT front differential gear oil. |
| 16. Rear differential gear oil | Check for leakage of gear oil from the rear differential. |
| 17. Engine coolant | Check the engine coolant level. |
| 18. Window washer fluid | Check the window washer fluid amount. |
| 19. Front hood latch | Check that the panel COMPL front hood is closed normally and locked securely. |
| 20. Keyless entry system | Check that the keyless entry system operates normally. |
| 21. Keyless access system | Check that the keyless access system operates normally. |
| 22. Alarm system | Check that the alarm system operates normally. |
| 23. Seat |
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| 24. Seat belt |
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| 25. TPMS (U.S. model) | If the display of TPMS warning light does not operate normally, perform the diagnosis by referring to TPMS (Diagnosis). |
| 26. Grommet installation | Install the grommet stored in the glove box to the tie-down hole. |
INSPECTION PROCEDURE - CHECKS WITH ENGINE RUNNING
| Item | Check point |
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| 27. Delivery (test) mode | Turn the ignition switch to ON and check that the malfunction indicator light starts blinking. |
| Item | Check point |
| 28. Immobilizer system |
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| 29. Push button start | Using the access key that is equipped on vehicle, operate the push button start function to check engine start and stop operations. |
| 30. Starting condition | Start the engine and check that the engine starts smoothly. |
| 31. Exhaust system | Check that the exhaust noise is normal and no leaks are found. |
| 32. Indicator and warning lights | Check that all indicator lights and warning lights are operating correctly. |
| 33. Heater & ventilation | Check that the heater & ventilation system operates normally. |
| 34. Air conditioner | Check that the air conditioner operates normally. |
| 35. Multi-function display (MFD) | Check that the Multi-Function Display (MFD) function operates normally. |
| 36. Audio | Check the radio and AUX operate normally. |
| 37. Navigation | Check the navigation and AUX operate normally. |
| 38. Telematics system |
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| 39. Accessory power supply socket | Check that the accessory power supply socket operates normally. |
| 40. Lighting system | Check that the lighting system operates normally. |
| 41. Illumination control | Check that the illumination control operates normally. |
| 42. Window washer system | Check that the window washer system operates normally. |
| 43. Wiper system | Check that the wiper system operates normally. |
| 44. Wiper deicer | Check that the wiper deicer operates normally. |
| 45. Power window | Check that the power window operates normally. |
| 46. Sunroof | Check that the sunroof operates normally. |
| 47. Rear defogger system | Check that the rear defogger system operates normally. |
| 48. Door mirror | Check that the remote control mirror and heated mirror operate normally. |
| 49. Room mirror | Check that the automatic anti-glare function operates normally. |
| 50. Smart rearview mirror | Check if the display mode operates normally. |
| 51. Steering heater | Check that the steering heater operates normally. |
| 52. Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert (BSD/RCTA) |
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| 53. Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) |
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| 54. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) check | Check that the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is not detected. |
| 55. Eyesight assist monitor | Check that the Eyesight assist monitor operates normally. |
| 56. Auto vehicle hold (AVH) system | Check that the AVH system is activated and deactivated correctly. |
| 57. Front view monitor | Check that the front view monitor operates normally. |
INSPECTION PROCEDURE - DYNAMIC TEST WITH VEHICLE RUNNING
| Item | Check point |
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| 58. Brake test | Check the foot brake for normal operations. |
| 59. Parking brake | Check that the parking brake operates normally. |
| 60. Shift control | Check that the shift patterns are correct. |
| 61. Subaru Eyesight | Check that the Subaru Eyesight operates normally. |
INSPECTION PROCEDURE - CHECKS AFTER DYNAMIC TEST
| Item | Check point |
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| 62. Power steering system (electric power steering model) | Check the steering warning light operation. |
| 63. Fluid leakage | Check for fluid/oil leaks. |
| 64. Water leak test | Spray the vehicle with water and check for water leaks. |
| 65. Appearance 2 |
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