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General information on options and adjustments

Under "Settings" in this manual is meant not individual adjustment procedure any of the parameters of the car's systems, and a whole range of regulations that will ensure the maximum efficiency of return of the engine.

If the owner of a new car after its purchase strictly adhere to the schedule of procedures of routine maintenance (see. Section routine maintenance schedule), often carried out checks critical parameters to maintain the required level of lubricating fluids, the engine rarely will require the implementation of additional maintenance and reconditioning (over replacement of components subject to increased wear and consumables).

On the other hand, in the case of neglect to perform regular maintenance procedures, and violations of the deadlines of inspections, the effectiveness of return of the engine sooner or later fall. Particularly high probability of such a situation, in case of purchase of used cars. In such cases there is a need to perform complex configuration of the power unit in excess of the amount of work for the current maintenance of the car.

The first step in configuring or troubleshooting working with low-impact engine always check the compression pressure in the cylinders (see chap. Engine), which allows the analysis of the results to assess the overall state of internal engine components and to plan future regulation and / or restoration work. For example, if the compression pressure check revealed signs of a serious internal engine wear, the usual set of settings will not be enough to remedy the situation and his conduct will be a waste of time and money. In view of the value of the information obtained as a result of the compression pressure check, its implementation should be entrusted with enough experienced and qualified mechanics equipped with adequate diagnostic devices.

The following lists the basic setup procedures to maximize the effectiveness of the impact of in proper mechanical condition of the engine.

List the minimum set of checks and adjustments

• Check the condition and inflation pressure of tires, including the spare wheel (see. Section Check of a condition of tires and pressure of their rating). Every 5000 kilometers produce the rotation of the wheels (reverse the front and rear wheel on each side of the vehicle);
• Check the condition of the wiper blades in their unsatisfactory performance (see. Section Checking, adjustment and replacement of wiper blades);
• Check the condition of the door lock, if necessary, grease them;
• Check up serviceability of functioning of all electricity consumers (lights, horn, warning lights, etc.);
• Check the play of the steering wheel (see. Section Check of a condition of components of steering and suspension);
• Check the condition of seat belts;
• Check levels and leaks working fluid (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks);
• Check the condition of the battery and if necessary clean its terminals (see. Section Checking the status of the battery and care);
• Check all located in the engine compartment hoses, pipes and wiring for leaks and deterioration (see. Section Check and replacement of hoses and tubes in the engine compartment, localization of leaks).