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)
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