Our 100-Point Vehicle Presale Inspection
Hood Components
1. Hood latch and release
2. Hood Prop rod/gas struts
Engine Compartment
3. Oil level and condition
4. Valve Cover Gaskets
5. Cylinder heads and Gaskets
6. Belts
7. Hoses
8. Air Filter
9. Starter
10. Engine Idle Speed and Smoothness
11. Engine Compression test (optional for $ $ 79.99*)
12. Carburator/Fuel injection
13. Engine Mounts
Transmission Components
14. Fluid Level
15. CV Boots
16. Drive Axels
17. Brake/Shift interlock; Neutral Safety Switch(automatic)/Clutch Switch(manual)
18. Transfer Case and Front Hub Lock Operation (4x4 only)
Exhaust Systems
19. Check for leaks
20. Muffler/Pipes/Hangers
Battery
21. Battery Condition and Charge
Cooling System
22. Coolannt Level and Condition
23. Radiator Condition
24. Radiator and Heater Hoses
25. Cooling Fan Blades and Operation
26. Coolant Recovery System
Braking System
27. Brake Fluid Level and Condition
28. Brake Lines/ABS unit(if equipped)
29. Parking Brake
30. Rotors and Drums
31. Calipers
32. Pads/Shoes(50% of life remaining)
Steering System
33. Power Steering Fluid Level and Condition
34. Power Steering Pump
35. Rack and Pinion Assembly
36. Alignment
Wipers/Washers
37. Washer Fluid Level
38. Wiper and Washer Operation/Wiper Blade Condition
Seating Areas
39. Seat Adjustments Mechanisms
40. Safety Belts/Child Seat Anchors
41. Headrests
42. Seat Fabric/leather Condition
43. Carpet Condition
44. Floor Mat Condition
45. Trim Panel Condition
46. Headliner Condition
47. Seat Fold Down Latches and Operation
Instrumentation and Controls
48. Instrument Panels Gauges/Warning Lights/Illumination/Dimmer Switch
49. Horn
50. Clock/Thermometer(if equipped)
51. Lighters/Power Port Outlets(if equipped)
52. Cup Holders/Ashtrays/Storage Compartments
53. Window Controls and Operation
54. Mirror Controls/Operation
55. Door Lock Controls/Operation
56. Steering Wheel Controls(if equipped)
57. Glove Box and Light
58. Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning Systems
59. Rear Window Defogger
60. Operation of All other Switches
61. Sun visors/Vanity Mirrors and Lights
62. Moon roof Controls and Operation
63. Courtesy/Map Lights
64. Remote Deck Lid Release(if equipped)
65. Remote Fuel Door Release(if equipped)
66. Factory Alarm/Security/Anti-Thefy (if equipped)
67. Navigation System (if equipped)
Suspension Components
68. Shock Absorbers
69. Struts
70. Suspension Mountings/Stabilizers/Bushing
Fuel Systems
71. Fuel Tank/Fuel Line/ Fuel Filter
72. Gas Cap/ Filler Neck Condition
Exterior Lights
73. Headlamps(high/low, Aim)/Fog Lamps(if Equipped)
74. Parking Lamps
75. Hazard Lights
76. Brake Lights
77. Backup Lights
78. Turn Signals
Air Bags
79. Readiness
Audio System
80. Radio/CD Player/Cassette/MP3/Speakers/Clock
81. Antenna
Exterior
82. Windshield/ Windows/Mirrors
83. Body Panel Condition
84. Hood/Deck Lid/Door Condition
85. Weather stripping and Side Moldings
86. Grill/Facia/Bumper Condition
Trunk and Truck Bed
87. Trunk compartment trim
88. Trunk/truck bed
89. Deck Lid/Hatch/Tailgate Operation
Tires and Wheels
90. Tire Condition
91. Tire Pressure Monitoring System(if Equipped)
92. Wheel Condition
93. Jack and Wrench Condition
Test Drive
94. Acceleration Performance
95. Cruising Performance
96. Transmission Shift Points/Gear Shifter and Clutch Operation
97. Brake Operation and Performance(including ABS, if equipped)
98. Speed Control Operation
99. Steering and Suspension Operation
100. Check for unusual noises, Vibrations, Odors, etc.
* Not available on all vehicles.