[VB] Service Checklist

[Conrad Klahn <conradk@xxxxxxx>]

If your Volkswagen is properly broken in, so that it can enjoy a long,  
trouble-free life, it is important to have the first maintenance  
services and lubrications performed at 300, 1,500 and 3,000 miles.  
Under adverse driving conditions do not forget to have your Volkswagen  
lubricated once between the regular lubrications and maintenance  
services every 3,000 miles, i.e. at 4,500 and 7,500 and 10,500 miles,  
etc. Have the oil level checked, the front end lubricated and the door  
hinges oiled.

Lubrication
Engine, Change oil, clean oil strainer.
Transmission: Check oil level.
Front end: Lubrication
Steering gear: Check oil level.
Lubricate door and hood locks, door hinges.
Lubricate carburetor linkage.
Maintenance (Check and adjust the following)

The Mechanic:

Fan belt
Fuel pump filter
Contact points, lubricate distributor, contact breaker gap and  
ignition timing.
Valve clearance.
Spark plugs and compression.
Rubber valve for crankcase ventilation, exhaust system for damage.
Clutch pedal free-play.
Torsion arm link pins, tie rod ends and dust seals, steering damper  
mounting and toe-in.
Steering adjustment.
Tire pressure, wear and damage.
Brake system for damage and leaks, brake fluid in reservoir, thickness  
of brake linings, foot and hand brake adjustment.
Battery, electrical system, headlight adjustment.
The Service Advisor (Quality Control).

During the roadtest:
Efficiency of braking, steering and heating systems. Overall  
performance.

After the roadtest:
Oil and brake fluid leaks. Idling adjustment.

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