The service schedules for the mk1-6 fortwos alternate as A, B, A, C, A, B etc.
As a general rule, a service should occur every 15,000kms (10,000miles) or 10,000kms (7,000miles) for the Brabus. A service must be performed every year and if the mileage hasn't been reached, the next service schedule must be performed.
Service Scope for C Service:
Checks and visual inspections:
- Read out fault memory with diagnostics tester
- Check lights and turn signal indicators
- Check miscellaneous electrical consumers
- Check windscreen wipers
- Check safety belts and safety buckles
- Check date of expiry on breakdown kit’s tire seal container
- Check battery fluid and top up if necessary
- Check wheels and condition of tyres
- Tighten wheels to specified torque
- Check tyre pressures and correct where necessary
- Top up windscreen cleanser for summer or winter
- Check brake fluid level
- Check underside of vehicle for signs of damage
- Check engine for signs of leakage
- Check that the exhaust system doesn’t leak and is not loose
- Check transmission oil level and that there are no leaks
- Check condition and tension of V-belt
- Check coolant level
- Check anti-freeze concentrate in coolant and top up if necessary
- Check axle shaft collars for signs of damage
- Check all rubber bearings and joints for signs of damage
- Check hand brake’s empty run
- Conduct visual inspection of brake lines
- Check brake linings for wear
- Check brake discs
- Check brake drums
- Check front axle’s wheel mounted brake cylinder for any signs of leakage
- Test vehicle on brake test bench
- Check steering system and collars for any signs of damage
Service work carried out:
- Change oil
- Change oil filter
- Grease/oil hinges and locks for doors and flaps
- Check charge air intercooler and vent with compressed air
- Replace air filter
- Replace spark plugs
- Replace remote control battery
- Replace fuel filter
Diesel engine work carried out:
- Replace diesel filter
- Replace the generator belt
- Replace the air condition compressor belt
