Checklist

Checklist for Pre-Purchase Inspection and Pre-Warranty Expiration Inspection

VEHICLE COMPONENTS

Lights:

Interior, Warning

Wipers & Washers

Instruments & Controls

Turn Signals & Indicator

Horn

Headlights & Fog Lights

Other Exterior Lights

Heater & A/C Operation

Engine Performance

Turbo Boost Operation

Shock Absorber Function

Transmission Clutch

Brakes

Steering

Wheel Balance

INSPECTION – UNDER HOOD:

Fluid Level & Condition:

Engine Oil

Transmission Fluid

Differential Oil

Coolant

Washer Fluid

Brake Fluid

Power Steering Fluid

Drive Belt Age & Condition:

Alternator

Water Pump

A/C Compressor

Power Steering

Pump

Timing Belt

Charging System:

Voltage

Amperage

Connections

Battery:

Cables & Connections

Engine:

Visual

Mounts

Valve Clearance

Compression

Noise

Freeze Plugs

Oil / Coolant Leaks

Intake System:

Air Filter

Throttle Plate

Thermostatic Control

Intake Hoses

Manifold Gaskets

Fuel Delivery System:

Fuel Filter

Tank Filter

Hoses

Lines

Fuel Rail

Injectors

Control System:

Check Engine Light

Trouble Codes

Sensors

Connections / Wiring

Cooling

Radiator

Radiator Hoses

Water Pump

Thermostat

Heater / Bypass

Hoses

Air Conditioning:

Condenser

Evaporator

Compressor

Hoses / Lines

Hardware

Attachment

Refrigerant Charge

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

BODY:

Interior:

Seat

Seat Belts

Mirrors

Dash & Controls

Glass:

Windshield

Side Windows

Rear Windows

Structure:

Frame

Body Panel Replacement

UNDER VEHICLE:

Steering & Suspension:

Steering Gear

Power Steering

Pump

Tie Rods

Ball Joints

Control Arms

Bushings

Springs

Shocks / Struts

Wheel Bearing:

Front

Rear

Brakes:

Master Cylinder

Power Booster

Calipers

Wheel Calipers

Lines / Hoses

Pads / Linings

Rotors / Drums

Parking Brake

Anti-lock System

Rear Suspension:

Springs

Shocks

Control Arms

Bushings

Tires:

Tread Depth (x 1/32”)

Pressure

Condition

Undercarriage:

Engine Mounts

Transmission Mount

Engine Seal

Transmission Seals

Clutch / Trans Linkage

Drive-shaft

U-Joints

Drive Axles

CV Joints

Exhaust System:

Manifolds

Exhaust Pipes

Mufflers

Gaskets

Hangers & Clamps

Heat Riser

Catalytic Converter

Rear Axle:

Mounting

Leaks

Noise

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