Air Conditioning/Heating Systems
A/C cooling operation at specification
A/C sight glass clear
Check A/C and heating fan operation
Heater and defroster work properly
Back To Top

Brake System
Inspect brakes
Inspect for brake fluid leaks
Parking brake sets and holds vehicle
ABS operates on "panic stop"
Brake fluid clear and uncontaminated
Brake fluid at full mark
Brake pedal free play and travel per specification
Disc brake pad minimum: 5mm
Drum brake shoe-lining thickness minimum: 2.5 mm
No excessive grooving or heat checking of rotors or drums
No excessive pedal or chassis vibration on light and heavy braking
Parking brake releases completely
Back To Top

Chassis
Check frame
Inspect underbody for damage
Back To Top

Cooling & Fuel System
Inspect for fuel leaks
Inspect for coolant leaks
Coolant specific gravity to minus 31 degrees Fahrenheit
Engine coolant level at specification with cold engine
Back To Top

Drive Axle
Differential fluid level correct
No damage to axle shafts
No damage to drive shaft
No damage to CV joint boots
Back To Top

Engine
Change engine oil and filter
Cold engine operation normal
Cold high idle correct
Drive belt tension at specification
Drive belts and hoses free of cracks or damage
Drivability OK during warmup
Engine reaches normal operating temperature
Hot drivability normal
Inspect body surface for damage
Inspect exhaust systems and hangers for leaks or damage
Inspect for oil leaks
Inspect for water bottle leaks
Inspect lower body side for damage
No abnormal engine noise at cold start
No excessive drone or vibration from engine or driveline
Perform vehicle emissions testing as required by local and state laws
Throttle does not stick shut on cold start
Back To Top

Electronic System
Battery cables clean and serviceable
Battery mount secure
All wiper speeds work correctly
Convertible top operation lockout function is OK
Cruise control operation normal
Intermittent wipers work correctly
Power windows operate from master switch and all door switches
Rear defogger grid lines intact
Rear defogger indicator light turns on with switch ON
Sunroof closure warning system operates
Sunroof or convertible top operation normal through full range of positions
Windshield washer operates
Wipers return to correct park position when turned off
Back To Top

Exterior
Backup lights working with no cracked or broken lenses
Brake lights working with no cracked or broken lenses
Bulbs are not cracked and have no moisture or condensation behind lens
Check for glass defects
Gas filler door remote release operates normally
Headlight alignment is OK
High and low beams of headlamps work correctly
License plate lights working with no cracked or broken lenses
Mirrors have full range of adjustment
No excessive wind noise
Non-factory trailer hitches are removed
Outside rearview mirror power or manual operation OK
Remove non-factory accessories
Slide marker lights working with no cracked or broken lenses
Taillights working with no cracked or broken lenses
Wheel covers, caps secure with no cracks or broken mount tabs
Back To Top

Interior
"Fade-away" dome light works OK with ignition key OFF
Ashtray clean and operates normally
Audio/cassette/CD system working normally
Cigarette lighter operates normally
Clock works and keeps time
Cup holder extends out completely and provides adequate support
Dash light dimmer working
Day-night mirror operates OK
Dome/courtesy lights work, including operation for each door-opening cycle
Door locks operate, including child safety locks
Doors open and close correctly
Factory alarm system works properly
Non-factory alarms are removed
Fuel gauge reads correctly
Heater lights working
Hood latch works
Horn works
Instrument lights working
Interior free of significant squeaks and rattles
Left turn signals operate and self-cancel with steering wheel operation function
Radio SECURITY codes cleared
Radio speakers do not rattle at high-volume settings
Right turn signals operate and self-cancel with steering wheel operation function
Seat belt indicator tab is intact with no tears or broken stitching
Seat belts have full range of extension and smooth operation
Seat belts lock up per specification
Seats operate normally, including recline, lumbar and cushion adjustments
Warning lights ON with key ON, engine OFF
Windows operate normally
Driver's door window lock functions properly
Back To Top

Luggage Compartment
Inside trunk release operates normally
Jack and tools are correct and secured
Spare tire in safe condition
Spare tire pressure correct
Trunk latch works
Trunk light works properly
Trunk trim appearance normal
Back To Top

Steering
No excessive tire vibration or steering wheel shimmy at any speed
Power steering fluid level at full mark
Steering operation has normal feel
Steering wheel centered in straight-line driving
Vehicle tracks and drives straight on level surface
Back To Top

Suspension
Minimum 5/32" tire tread remaining
Tires on the ground are same brand, size and load rating
No tire damage, bulges or cupping
No missing valve stem caps
Shock absorbers exhibit no excessive wear or leakage
Struts exhibit no excessive wear or leakage
Tire pressures set to specification
Back To Top

Transmission
Auto transmission park position and shift lock function properly
Clutch fluid level at full mark
Clutch operates smoothly with no abnormal noise or vibration
Transfer case switches from 2WD to 4WD upon demand and 4WD to 2WD smoothly
Transmission and transfer case fluids are clear and free of dirt
Transmission and transfer case fluids are correct
Transmission does not shift into overdrive when button is in OFF position
Transmission operates smoothly with no abnormal noise or vibration
Back To Top

Main Page | Solid Commitment