Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Procedure: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 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.
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 a customer, attach a delivery mode fuse to the delivery mode fuse inlet. |
| 4. Lock/unlock and open/close operation of doors |
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| 5. Child safety lock system | 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 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. Front differential gear oil | Check for leakage of front differential gear oil. |
| 16. Rear differential gear oil | Check for leakage of rear differential gear oil. |
| 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 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 including front hood security system operates normally. |
| 23. Seat |
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| 24. Power seat memory system | Check that the power seat memory system operates normally. |
| 25. Seat belt |
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| 26. TPMS (U.S. model) | If the display of TPMS warning light does not operate normally, perform the diagnosis by referring to TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (DIAGNOSTICS). |
| 27. Horn | Check that the horn sounds. |
| 28. Hazard light system | Check that the hazard light system operates normally. |
| 29. Spot map light | After installing the delivery mode fuse, check if the spot map light illuminates or goes off normally. |
| 30. Grommet | Make sure that the grommet is installed in the rear tie-down hole. |
Checks with the engine running
| Item | Check point |
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| 31. Delivery mode | Turn the ignition switch to ON and check that the malfunction indicator light starts blinking. |
| 32. Immobilizer system |
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| 33. Push button start function | Using the access key that is equipped on vehicle, operate the push button start function to check engine start and stop operations. |
| 34. Starting condition | Start the engine and check that the engine starts smoothly. |
| 35. Exhaust system | Check that there are no abnormal exhaust noises and exhaust gas leaks. |
| 36. Indicator and warning lights | Check that all indicator lights and warning lights are operating correctly. |
| 37. Heater & ventilation | Check that the heater & ventilation system operates normally. |
| 38. Center information display (CID) | Check that the center information display (CID) function operates normally. |
| 39. Telematics system |
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| 40. USB power supply | Check that the USB power supply operates normally. |
| 41. Accessory power supply socket | Check that the accessory power supply socket operates normally. |
| 42. Lighting system | Check that the lighting system operates normally. |
| 43. Illumination control | Check that the illumination control operates normally. |
| 44. Window washer system | Check that the window washer system operates normally. |
| 45. Rearview camera washer | Check that the rearview camera washer operates normally. |
| 46. Wiper system | Check that the wiper system operates normally. |
| 47. Wiper deicer | Check that the wiper deicer operates normally. |
| 48. Power window | Check that the power window operates normally. |
| 49. Sunroof | Check that the sunroof operates normally. |
| 50. Rear window defogger system | Check that the rear window defogger system operates normally. |
| 51. Door mirror |
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| 52. Room mirror | Check that the automatic anti-glare function operates normally. |
| 53. Smart rearview mirror | Check if the display mode operates normally. |
| 54. Steering heater | Check that the steering heater operates normally. |
| 55. Driver monitoring system | Check that the driver monitoring system operates normally. |
| 56. Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert (BSD/RCTA) |
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| 57. Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) |
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| 58. Parking brake | Check that the parking brake operates normally. |
| 59. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) check | Check that the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is not detected. |
| 60. EyeSight assist monitor | Check that the EyeSight assist monitor operates normally. |
| 61. Auto vehicle hold (AVH) system | Check that the AVH system is activated and deactivated correctly. |
| 62. 360-degree Surround View Monitor (Multi View Monitor) | Check that 360-degree Surround View Monitor (Multi View Monitor) operates normally. |
| 63. Multi information display (MID) system | Check that the multi information display (MID) system operates normally. |
Dynamic test with the vehicle running
| Item | Check point |
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| 64. Brake test | Check the foot brake for normal operations. |
| 65. Shift control | Check that the shift patterns are correct. |
| 66. EyeSight | Check that EyeSight operates normally. |
Checks after dynamic test
| Item | Check point |
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| 67. Power steering system | Check the steering warning light operation. |
| 68. Fluid leakage | Check for fluid/oil leaks. |
| 69. Water leak test | Spray the vehicle with water and check for water leaks. |
| 70. Appearance 2 |
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