In-storage car care

In-storage car care is mandatory for all vehicles, at intervals of no more than 60 days, until the vehicle is sold.

An interval of no more than 30 days applies to battery checks. Check the battery card to see when the battery was last checked. Perform the measures specified under Battery check during in-storage care.

Carry out checks and confirm with signature on In-storage car care form.

When remedying faults, refer to Workshop Information and routines.

 Inspection and rectification points


1.Check that the plastic paint protector is intact. If the paint protector is damaged, this should be removed in order to check the extent of any further damage. After this the vehicle should be stored under a roof.

Important

The plastic paint protector may remain on the car for no more than 3 months and must then be removed; see Service - Adjustment/replacement - Plastic paint protector.


2.Unlock the car.

Note

When the car's electrical system is in transport mode, the car can only be unlocked manually. The left front door is unlocked using the metal key incorporated in the remote control.
3.Perform Battery check during in-storage care.

Important

If possible, the battery should be checked before the car is started in order to prevent misleading results due to "top charging". If the car has already been started, wait 20 minutes before connecting the battery analyser.


4.Fill the fuel tank to at least 2/3 full to prevent the fuel pump from running dry.
5.Check the engine oil. If the oil is thick or contains lumps, both the oil and oil filter must be replaced.
6.Check the tyre pressures and if necessary adjust to 3.5 bar (50 psi).

Important

If the car is parked for lengthier periods with underinflated tyres, a flat area will be formed on them where they rest on the ground. This causes vibrations and makes wheel balancing more difficult.
7.Check the level of the coolant.
8.Drive the car, applying the brakes briefly and repeatedly so that the brake discs will be clean and dry.
9.Park the car facing in the opposite direction to equalise the effect of sunlight.
10.Open the bonnet to cool the engine down more rapidly.
11.Check the protective plastic on the seats and adjust if necessary.
12.Ensure that:
•The hand brake is fully released.

•Manual gearbox: Reverse gear is selected.
•Automatic transmission: The gear selector is positioned at P.
•All windows, doors and the boot lid are properly closed.
13.Lock the car.
14.Inspect the engine compartment for early signs of corrosion, especially on aluminium components.

Treat if necessary with Protective wax. Apply just enough to cover with an even film of wax.

 Warning

Bear in mind the fire risk. Make particularly sure that the engine compartment has cooled down. Do not spray onto the ends of the generator.

Important

The protective wax may well be left on as engine bay protection when the car is delivered to a customer. If the customer will not accept the waxed surface, it must of course be washed off.
15.Close the bonnet.