Specifications

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3.6.1. Vehicle inspection
Any problems identified during the pre-installation inspection should be noted and a course of action
agreed with the customer before any work proceeds.
It is recommended that a checklist be used to ensure a consistent standard of vehicle inspection is
undertaken. Details of items covered during the vehicle inspection should be recorded on the report. This
should include
• the physical inspection of
o the external bodywork
o internal trim
o seating
• and the functioning of
o electrical and electronic fittings both external and internal
3.6.1.1. Fuel leaks
Before starting the installation, establish the position of fuel tanks, the routing of pipe work and check
there are no fuel leaks, particularly in the boot and engine compartment.
If a fuel leak is suspected or identified, installation must not continue and the customer must be notified
immediately.
Observe health and safety and COSHH advice should any fuel spillage occur.
3.6.2. General aftermarket equipment
Items such as satellite navigation, air fresheners and so on that are already fitted to the vehicle should be
left alone during the installation unless it is impractical to do so.
If any such item it has to be removed during installation it must only be refitted by the customer.
If the customer is not available leave the items safe and secure in the vehicle in a way that makes it
obvious that its fitment should be completed and checked prior to use.
It would be an idea to record this action on the installation job sheet.
3.6.2.1. Child seats & booster seats
If possible a child seat or booster seat fitted in the vehicle should be left alone during the installation.
If it has to be removed during installation
• it must only be refitted by the customer.
• it must be made obvious to the customer that the child seat or booster seat will not be re-fitted
and that it should be done prior to use.
If the customer is not available leave the child or booster seat safe and secure in the vehicle in a way that
makes it obvious that its fitment should be completed and checked prior to use.
3.6.2.2. Valuables
The customer must be advised of the need to remove any valuables present in the vehicle prior to the
vehicle being left and the installation taking place.
Should any valuable items be found in the vehicle during installation a note should be made on the
installation job sheet, the customer informed and the items left in a suitable safe and secure place out of
sight from the exterior of the vehicle.