Road Test, Performing

Procedure: 

-- Evaluate the following during a road test:

• Engine: output, stalling, idling, acceleration, starting behavior (warm and cold), engine noises
• Clutch: starting behavior, pedal force, smell, noises during a change in load
• Manual transmission: ease of movement, gearshift lever position, transmission noises
• Automatic transmission: selector lever position, shift lock/ignition key lock, transmission noises, kickdown, shift behavior, instrument cluster display
• Foot and parking brake: function, free play and effectiveness, pulling to one side, response characteristics (braking delay), rubbing, squeaking
• ABS function: when braking with activated ABS, the brake pedal must pulse noticeably.
• Steering: function, steering play, steering wheel in the center position when driving in a straight line, directional stability (pulling to the side)
• Imbalance: wheels, drive axles
• Wheel bearing: noises
• Roof insert: noise disturbance during operation
• Check the horn
• Hybrid vehicles: check the electric drive readiness by pressing the EV button, charge function while accelerating