Engine And Engine Compartment Components, Visually Inspecting For Leaks And Damage (From Above And Below)
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-- Remove the engine cover, if necessary. " Upper" ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
-- If necessary remove engine compartment cover -lower- (noise insulation). Refer to " Lower" ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER (NOISE INSULATION), REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Perform the visual inspection as follows:
-- Check engine and components in engine compartment for leaks and damage.
-- Check the lines, hoses and connections on the following systems:
- Fuel system
- Cooling and heating system
- Oil circuit
- A/C system
- Air intake system
- Brake system
Check for leaks, chafing, porosity, cracks, correct positioning and attachment in the brackets.
NOTE:
Make sure the all malfunctions detected are corrected within a repair procedure.
Determine the cause of fluid loss, which cannot be attributed to normal use and repair.