Check vehicle underside in visible area for signs of damage, fluid loss and corrosion

AP60.00-P-0051K

Check vehicle underside in visible area for signs of damage, fluid loss and corrosion

06.12.2019

Model

253.99

Show on model 253.992

 Warning

Risk of injury. Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects.

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary.

AS00.00-Z-0002-01A

 Danger

Risk of explosion caused by escaping hydrogen or overheating of the fuel tanks when working on the hydrogen system. Risk of frostbite to body parts caused by escaping gas and by touching component parts carrying gas when emptying fuel tanks. Risk of asphyxiation caused by inhalation of air diluted by hydrogen. Risk of burn injuries by coming into contact with an invisible pale blue hydrogen flame.

AS00.00-Z-0030-01B

 Danger

Risk of death when working on component parts and systems with U >= 30 V alternating voltage (AC) or U >= 60 V direct voltage (DC)

Do not touch damaged or defective live component parts and lines or non-insulated electrical connections and lines.

AS00.00-Z-0035-01A

Topical note

Notes on fuel cell system

AH00.00-P-0022-01RFW

Topical note

General information on handling vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system

AH00.00-Z-0300-01A

Topical note

Notes on battery

AH54.10-P-0001-01A

Notes on evaluating leakages

AH00.00-N-0011-01A

Preparatory activity

1

Lift vehicle with lifting platform.

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AR00.60-P-1002LWG

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Check

2

Check visible component parts, lines, hoses on underbody for damage, routing and leaks.

 Steering,
Spring elements,
Shock absorber,
Rear axle shaft boots,
Underfloor paneling,
Heat shields,
Brake system,
Fuel system.

If problems occur,

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rectify the problems.

 After obtaining special order.

3

Check visible body panels for corrosion and deformation.

 Wheel well body panels,
Front axle carrier,
Rear axle carrier,
Chassis steering arms,
Underfloor body panels,
Body reinforcements.

If problems occur,

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proceed in accordance with the country-specific regulations for mobility and body shell complaints.

4

Check vehicle underside for evidence of driving over obstacles or damage caused by contact with the vehicle underside.

If it is suspected that obstacles have been driven over or bottoming damage has occurred,

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Check steering for mechanical damages.

If the steering is mechanically damaged,

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Replace steering for safety reasons.

 After obtaining special order.

Finishing activity

5

Lower vehicle with vehicle lift.

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AR00.60-P-1002LWG