AUDIO &
ALARM SYSTEMS
- Antenna
is present and functions properly
- Radio
speakers do not rattle at high volume
- Remote
entry system works properly (if equipped)
- Theft-deterrent
system works properly (if equipped)
BATTERY
SYSTEM
- Battery
in good condition, has proper cold cranking amps
and reserve capacity - Battery
proper size and secure
- Battery
posts free of corrosion
- Cables in
good condition
BRAKING
SYSTEM
- Inspect
brakes, calipers, lines and hoses
- No excessive
vibration during braking
- ABS
operates on "panic stop"
- Parking
brake sets and holds vehicle
- Brake
pads/shoes must have minimum of 50% wear remaining
- No
excessive grooving or heat checking of rotors or drums
- Parking
brake releases completely
- Brake
pedal free play and travel is normal
EMISSIONS
& STATE INSPECTION
- Perform
emissions test and/or state inspection, if required
ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
- Change
engine oil and filter
- Check for
evidence of sludge
- Inspect
for fuel, oil, coolant or other fluid leaks
- Engine
cold high idle correct
- No
abnormal engine noise at cold start
- Throttle
does not stick shut on cold start
- Drivability
OK during warm-up
- Hot
drivability OK
- Engine reaches
normal operating temperature
- Engine
fan functions properly
- No
excessive drone or vibration from engine
- Drive
belts and hoses free of cracks or damage
- No damage
to engine mounts
- Check
under-hood labels and decals
- Engine
compartment is clean
- Under-hood heat
insulator pad is clean
- Engine
free of excessive dressing
- Inspect
air filter
- Oil,
brake, clutch, transmission, transfer case, washer and
power steering fluid
levels OK - Under-hood
fluids clear and uncontaminated
ENGINE COOLANT
& HVAC SYSTEM
- Engine
coolant at proper hot and cold levels
- Coolant specific
gravity to -31° Fahrenheit
- A/C
cooling operation normal
- A/C
refrigerant sight glass clear
- Heater
operation normal
EXTERIOR
CONDITION & APPEARANCE
- Exterior
is clean and free of road residue
- No
cracked or broken lenses of exterior lights
- Outside
rearview mirror operates/lens is good
- Glass
free of cracks, stars and large chips
- Glass is
free of improper repairs
- Bumpers
are free of cuts, gouges and scratches
- Body is
free of all dents
- Body is
reasonably free of dings
- Paint is
reasonably free of scratches and chips
- Vehicle
is free of improper paint repairs or mismatched color
- Hood and
trunk latches working
- Free of
water spots
- Paint is
free of swirl marks
- Paint has
even, high luster
- Paint is
free of buffable scratches
- Free of
wax residue
- Wheelwells
are clean
- Acceptable
aftermarket items checked
- Removal
of unacceptable aftermarket items
FRAME,
STRUCTURE & UNDERBODY
- Frame/Unibody
check
- Inspect
body surface
- Inspect
panel alignment and fit
- Inspect
lower body and underbody for damage
- Check
exhaust systems and hangers
HYBRID
COMPONENTS
- Hybrid Vehicle Immobilizer
System
- Multi-Information
Display
- Inverter
Coolant Level
- Engine
and ECT (Electronically Controlled Transmission)
- ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System)
- EMPS
(Electric Motor Assisted Power Steering)
- CCS
(Cruise Control System)
- SRS (Supplemental
Restraint System) Airbag
- HV ECU
(Hybrid Vehicle Electronic Control Unit)
- HV
(Hybrid Vehicle) Battery
- Perform
"Onboard Equalizing Charge" of HV Battery using
Intelligent
Tester - Fully
charge 12-Volt Auxiliary Battery
- Clean or
replace Air Refiner Filter (A/C or evaporator filter)
- Check
Transaxle "Park" Mechanism
INSTRUMENT
PANEL & ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
- Master
key is present
- Fuel
gauge reads correctly
- Battery
voltage gauge reads correctly
- Horn works
- Airbag
deployment/replaced airbag
- Speedometer
and odometer work properly
- Cruise
control operation normal
- Clock keeps
time
- All wiper
speeds work correctly
- Windshield
washer operates
- Wiper
blades are in good condition and work
- Wipers
return to correct position when OFF
- All
mirrors have full range of adjustment
- Windows
operate normally
- Window locks operate normally
- Power
windows operate from master switch and all door switches
- Memory
seat control operates properly
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INTERIOR
CONDITION & APPEARANCE
- Day/night
mirror operates and lens is good
- Window
tinting clear and free of bubbles
- Cigarette
lighter is intact and operates
- Ashtrays
function and are in good condition
- Ashtrays
and lighter are clean; no evidence of use
- Headliner, sun visors,
dash pad, upholstery, console, cup holders,
trim panels, floor mats and carpets
are in place and in good condition - Cup
holder extends completely and sturdily
- Doors open and close
correctly
- Door
locks, including child safety locks, work properly
- Seats,
including all position adjusters, work properly
- Headrests function
properly
- Rear
defogger grid lines intact
- Interior
leather, vinyl, plastic, carpet and fabric surfaces are free
of holes, rips,
tears, excessive wear or fading - No
evidence of previous improper repairs
- Inspect
seatbelt condition
- Seatbelts
have full range of extension and smooth operation
- Seatbelts
lock up per specification
- Inside
remote release operates normally
- Interior
is free of debris
- Dash and
vents are clean and properly dressed
- All
crevices are clean
- Doorjambs
are clean
- Glove box
and console compartments are clean
- Seats, carpets, floor mats
and headliner are free of stains
- Free of
odor, including heavy perfume
- Glass is
clean and free of streaks
LIGHTING
SYSTEMS
- Warning
lights function
- High and
low beams OK
- Headlight
aim is OK
- Taillights
work
- Brake
lights work
- Side marker
lights work
- Backup
lights work
- License
plate lights work
- Instrument
lights work
- Heater lights work
- Dash
light dimmer works
- Turn
signals operate correctly and self-cancel
- Four-way
flashers work
- Defogger indicator
light turns on with switch ON
- Dome/courtesy
lights operate with door cycles
STEERING
SYSTEM
- Steering
has normal feel in lock-to-lock turning
- Steering wheel centered
in straight line driving
- Vehicle
tracks and drives straight on level surface
- Tilt
steering wheel adjustment works properly
- No excessive wind
whistle or buzz
- No
excessive tire vibration or steering wheel shimmy at any speed
- Interior
free of significant squeaks or rattles
- Inspect steering
rack, linkage, bushings, control arms and dust boots
TIRES &
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
- Inspect
tires for defects, damage and inflation
- Minimum
of 5/32" tread depth remaining across tread width
- All four
tires must be of same brand, model, size, tread design,
speed and load
rating - Wheels
are clean and free of brake dust
- Tires are dressed, not
greasy
- Wheel
cover caps secure with no damage
- Inspect
struts/shocks for leaks and wear
- No damage
to CV joints/boots
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE
- Transmission/clutch
operates smoothly
- Automatic
transmission in "ECT" power mode shifts properly
- Transmission
gear ranges engage promptly while shifting when
warmed up - Transmission
shift lock and key interlock system OK
- Transmission
does not shift into overdrive when button is in OFF position
- Inspect transmission case
and pan for leaks
- No damage
to drive and axle shafts
- Differential
fluid level correct
TRUNK
COMPARTMENT & SPARE
- Trunk is
clean, free of debris, no stains
- Trunk
light and trunk trim appearance
- Jack and
tools are correct, present and secured
- Fiber
board tire cover is not broken/warped
- Spare
tire present
- Spare
tire and storage areas are clean
- Spare
tire is securely fastened
- No signs
of damage to spare tire
- Minimum
5/32" tread remaining on spare
- Spare
tire has correct air pressure
VEHICLE
HISTORY
- Run and
print a CARFAX Vehicle History Report / Check for
outstanding Special Service Campaigns
ADDITIONAL
ITEMS, WHERE APPLICABLE
- "Fade-away"
dome light works properly
- Sunroof/convertible
top operates normally through full range of positions
- Convertible
top lockout function operates
- Radio security codes
cleared
- Navigation
system works properly
- Transfer
case smoothly switches from 2WD to 4WD and back from 4WD to 2WD
- Truck bed
is in good condition
- Truck
bedliner is in good condition and secured
- Tailgate
functions properly
- Rear
bumper is in good condition and secured
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