CarFive

CarFive Certified Inspection List

Engine

  • Engine Performance
  • Engine Performance
  • Emission Controls
  • Engine Filters: oil, air, and emissions
  • Vacuum Hoses & Lines
  • Exhaust
  • Spark Plugs
  • Secondary Ignition System
  • Intake Manifold
  • Engine Mounts
  • Water Pump
  • Fluid Leaks

Cooling System

  • Radiator & Cap
  • Radiator /Heater Hoses
  • Cooling Fan
  • Shroud
  • Coolant
  • Hoses
  • Overflow Tank

Fueling System

  • Fuel Tank
  • Fuel Lines & Hoses
  • Fuel Pump

Drive Axle

  • 4-Wheel-Drive Operation
  • All-Wheel-Drive Operation
  • CV Joints
  • CV Boots
  • Universal Joints
  • Axle
  • Vibration/Backlash

Transmission

  • Transmission Fluid
  • Automatic (starts in P and N only)
  • Manual (starts w/ clutch in only)
  • Slipping
  • Shift Operation
  • Noise
  • Transmission Mounts
  • Clutch Operation
  • Fluid Leaks

Suspension System

  • Frame Integrity: weld marks, wrinkles or creases, undercarriage dents, frame rails, misalignment, frame rail tear, core support damage, and diamond ladder frame on sport utilities
  • Ball Joints
  • Springs/Torsion Bars
  • Sway Bar/Links
  • Bushings
  • MacPherson Struts
  • Tires & Wheels: pressure, wear, ratings, brand/axle match, and vibration
  • Front Suspension & Noise
  • Rear Shocks & Suspension

Electrical System

  • Alternator/Regulator
  • Starter
  • Windshield: wipers and washer
  • Horn
  • Battery: terminals, alternator, and case condition
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Power Locks
  • Gauges: check engine light operation, warning light operation, ABS trouble light, check oil light, gas gauge, temperature gauge, speedometer
  • Tachometer, Odometer, Trip Computer
  • Clock
  • Electronic Instrument Cluster


Brake System

  • Brake Fluid
  • Hoses & Lines
  • Parking Brake
  • Master Cylinder /Booster
  • Pedals (height and pressure)
  • Springs & Linkages
  • Brake Lines
  • Brake Shoes/Pads
  • Brake Rotors
  • Brake Drums
  • Brake Calipers & Cylinders
  • Anti-Lock System

Steering System

  • Tie Rods
  • Idler Arms
  • Center Links
  • Steering Gear/Rack & Pinion
  • Pump
  • Hoses/Lines
  • Shaft & Couplings
  • Alignment


Body/Interior

  • Carpet
  • Seatbelt Operation
  • Upholstery
  • Sun Visors
  • Rearview Mirror
  • Trim
  • Hood Latches
  • Trunk Release
  • Fuel Door Release
  • Paint
  • Windshield
  • Squeaks, Rattles, or Wind Noise

Heating & A/C System

  • Compressor/Clutch
  • Condenser
  • Evaporator
  • Hoses & Lines
  • Blower Fan
  • Temperature/Blower Control: heater, A/C operation, and vent selector

Lighting System

  • Brake Lights
  • Tag Lights
  • Turn Signals
  • Interior Lights
  • Dash & Instrument Lights
  • Back-Up Lights
  • Hazard Lights
  • Side Marker Lights
  • Hood Lights
  • Trunk Lights
  • Glove Compartment Lights
  • Headlights (high & low beams)