Vehicle Servicing
- Run and print Vehicle History Report and attach
- Run a Techstream Health Check and attach diagnostic report
- Check for and perform outstanding Safety Recall(s)
- VINs match on vehicle and paperwork
- Service Campaigns performed
- Next scheduled maintenance performed
Road Test
- Starts (cold/hot)
- Idles
- Accelerates & cruises smoothly
- Engine (cold/hot & high/low speeds)
- Engine fan(s) operate properly
- Throttle operates properly during cold start
- Auto/manual operation/shifts (cold/hot)
- Shift interlock switch operates
- Clutch operates (smoothly and with proper adjustment)
- Drive axle/transfer case operation
- Steers normal (proper response, centering, free play)
- Struts, shocks operate
- Brakes operate (pedal effort/height appropriate, no pulling, pulsating)
- ABS operates properly (via TechStream Health Check)
- All gauges, speedometer, tachometer, odometer operate
- Cruise Control System
Underhood
- Techstream “Healthcheck” performed and printed
- No active or stored codes
- Emission controls meet provincial requirements
- Fluid leaks
- Hoses lines: coolant, fuel, brake, steering, vacuum, A/C (check condition, leaks)
- Belts (check wear, cracks, fraying, proper adjustment)
- Power steering pump (check for leaks, noise)
- Master cylinder and booster (check for leaks, noise)
- Engine mounts not broken/ separated
- Air filter (replace per maintenance schedule)
- Ignition system works
- Starter operates
- Under-hood area clean, dressed and touched up as required
- All under-hood labels are present
- No evidence of collision repair
- Under-hood fluids clear and uncontaminated
- Engine oil and filter (replace per Maintenance Schedule)
- Coolant (freeze point)
- Automatic transmission/ transaxle clutch fluid
- Brake fluid
- Washer fluid
- Power steering fluid
- Radiator cap (perform pressure check, inspect for leaks, condition of tubes, fins)
- Water pump (free from leaks and unusual noise)
- Coolant recovery tank level sensor works
- Engine coolant level within specification
- Fuel pump operates
- Perform battery check with Midtronics GR8 or NVS-8150.
- Battery properly sized and secure
- Charging system operating properly and within specification
- Battery type, condition, fluid level, load test correct
- Battery cables and mounts acceptable/ check terminals and clean
- Alternator output correct (check voltage)
- Reset CBES (Customized Body Electronic System)
Underbody
- No visible damage, signs of past repairs, no visible abnormal tire wear
- Fuel lines, fuel tank, hoses and couplings not leaking
- Entire exhaust system not damaged or leaking/ check exhaust hangers
- Drive/axle shafts operate properly with no damage
- Inspect transmission/ transaxle, differential, transfer case, no leaks: check fluid levels: fill/ change as required
- Differential fluid level correct with no leaks fill/changes as required
- Universal joints, CV joints, boots not damaged, leaking, or excess wear/looseness
- All tires & wheels match, correct size
- All tires’ tread depth, at least 40% remaining and in good condition
- Normal tire wear, no alignment or sidewall problems
- Tire pressures are correct
- Wheel wells cleaned, dressed, free from damage and run-out normal
- Wheel covers secure and reasonably free of damage
- Chassis lubricated (per Maintenance Schedule)
- Rack & pinion, linkage, boots not visibly damaged, leaking
- Control arms, ball joints, bushing not visibly damaged, worn
- Sway bars, links, bushings operate correctly
- Springs have proper ride height (not sagged)
- Struts, shocks not leaking
- Wheel alignment correct
- No suspension modifications
- Calipers, cylinders operate with no leaks
- Pads, shoes, at least 40% of original thickness remaining
- Rotors, drums at least 50% of original thickness spec; not scored; run-out within factory specs
- Brake lines, hoses, fittings not worn or leaking
- Parking brake operates/adjusted
Vehicle Exterior
- Chips and scratches repaired and clear-coated
- Exterior is washed, clean and free of water spots
- Wheel wells are clean
- Paint is free of wax residue
- Not visibly damaged; paint not mismatched or poor quality
- Hood release, prop rod/gas struts operate
- All emblems are present and fully attached
- Components free from visible damage and attached
- Windshield free from cracks and stars
- Side/rear windows free from cracks and stars
- Mirrors not cracked, visibly damaged
- Replace wiper blades
- Headlights aligned, auto on/off
- Fog, driving lights, daytime running lights
- Brake lights, high-mount brake light
- Turn signals, side marker lights
- Parking lights
- Reverse lights
- Emergency lights
- License plate lights
Vehicle Interior
- Air bags intact, no codes, dash light works
- Safety belts operate, free from cuts or wear
- Air conditioning and heating systems
- Defog/defrost (front, rear, outside mirrors if app.)
- Cabin air filter (if equipped). Replace if necessary
- Radio, cassette, CD, DVD, remote, speakers, antenna operate
- Vehicle security system operates
- Navigation system operates
- Dash/console
- Tilt/telescopic steering wheel, column lock
- Steering wheel operation
- Horn operates
- Wipers & washers operate in all modes, no streaks
- Lights - instrument panel, courtesy, dome (fade-away), map operate
- Mirror controls (rear view, side mirrors) operate
- Ashtrays, lighter, power outlet(s) & multi-media Ports
- Glove box, glove box light
- Sun visors, vanity mirror & lights
- Cup holders
- 12v ACC power outlet operates properly
- Interior remote luggage compartment release operate properly
- Fuel door release operates properly
- Master key is present
- No evidence of previous improper interior repairs
- Carpet (check for rust under it due to flood damage) Single layer mats secured in hooks. Place extras in trunk.
- Floor mats (if any)
- Door trim, panels attached
- Fold-down latches work
- Headliner
- Interior is free of debris
- Free of odor, including heavy fragrance
- Seats clean, not stained, worn, cut, cracked
- All Seat components and functions operate properly
- Integrated child safety seats operate
- Heated and cooled seats operate
- Moonroof operates in all modes
- Convertible top & cover operate; not damaged
- Door jams are clean
- Glass is clean and free of streaks
- Windows tinting clear and conforms to local requirements
- All keys present and function
- Door locks & handles (manual & power modes)
- Window controls (manual & power modes)
- Remote deck lid & fuel door releases
- All crevices are clean
- Carpet, trim, cargo net; clean, not damaged
- Luggage compartment light works
- Jack and all spare tire tools operate
- Weather stripping intact, no leaking
- Spare tire correct size/type, at least 40% tread remaining, no sidewall damage, air pressure correct
- Spare tire and storage areas are clean
- Spare tire is securely fastened
- Trunk latch operates
Reconditioning & Detailing
- Vehicle has been completely reconditioned/ detailed
Hybrid Testing
Everything listed above plus:
- Multi-Information Display
- Inverter Coolant Level
- Engine and ECT (Electronically Controlled Transmission)
- THS related ECU (Hybrid Vehicle Electronic Control Unit)
- Hybrid HV (High Voltage) Battery
- Perform “Onboard Equalizing Charge” of HV Battery (if app.)
- Check Transaxle “Park” function
- Hybrid power management control module
- Electric motor / generator operates properly
- Power inverter operates properly
- EV/Eco/Power modes operates properly
- Multi-information display operates properly
- Touch Tracer display operates properly
- Hill Start Assist Control operates properly
- Remote air conditioning system (if equipped) operates properly
- Solar powered ventilation system (if equipped) operates properly