Air Conditioning/Heating Systems
A/C cooling operation at specification 
A/C sight glass clear 
Inspect A/C and heating fan operation 
Heater and defroster work properly 
Dual Zone heater controls work correctly 
Outside temperature sensor works correctly 
Remote steering wheel climate control systems buttons work correctly 

 Brake System
Inspect brakes & measure pad/shoe thickness & replace if needed
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 
Traction control system works correctly 

 Chassis
Inspect frame 
Inspect under body for corrosion 

 Cooling & Fuel System
Inspect for fuel leaks 
Inspect for coolant leaks 
Coolant specific gravity to minus 34 degrees Fahrenheit 
Coolant boil-over protection to 320 degrees Fahrenheit 
Engine coolant level at specification with cold engine 
Inspect water pump shaft for play and leaks 

 Drive Axle
Differential fluid level correct 
No ripped CV joint boots 

 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 
Driveability OK during warm-up 
Engine reaches normal operating temperature 
Hot driveability normal 
Inspect exhaust systems and hangers for leaks or damage 
Inspect for oil leaks 
Inspect for coolant & washer bottle leaks 
No abnormal engine noise at cold start 
No excessive drone or vibration from engine or driveline 
Perform vehicle emissions testing as required by Massachusetts state laws 
Throttle does not stick shut 

 Electronic System
Air Bag Control Module clear of any fault codes 
Anti-Lock Brake Control Module clear of any fault codes 
Battery cables clean and serviceable 
Battery mount secure
All wiper speeds work correctly 
Convertible top operation function normally 
Cruise control operation normal 
Engine Control Module clear of any fault codes 
Intermittent wipers work correctly 
Memory Profile System works correctly 
Power Train Control Module clear of any fault codes 
Power windows operate from master switch and all door switches 
Rear defogger grid lines intact 
Rear defogger indicator light turns on with switch ON 
Remote steering wheel audio control buttons work correctly 
Sunroof closure warning system operates 
Sunroof or convertible top operation normal through full range of positions 
Transmission Control Module clear of any fault codes 
Windshield washer operates 
Wipers return to correct park position when turned off 

 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 water behind lens 
Check for glass chips & cracks 
Gas filler door remote release operates normally 
Headlight alignment is normal 
High and low beams of headlamps work correctly 
License plate lights working with no cracked or broken lenses 
Mirrors have full range of adjustment 
Mirrors free from cracks 
No excessive wind noise 
Outside rearview mirror power or manual operation OK 
Remove non-factory accessories that could compromise vehicle integrity 
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 

 Interior
Ashtray clean and operates normally 
Audio/cassette/CD system working normally 
Automatic High Beam Dimmer functions normally 
Cigarette lighter operates normally 
Clock works and keeps time with key off 
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 
Driver's door window lock functions properly 
Electronic Instrument Cluster operates properly 
Factory alarm system works properly 
Remove non-factory alarms that could compromise vehicle integrity 
Fuel gauge reads correctly 
Headlamp on warning works correctly 
Heater lights working 
Hood latch works 
Horn(s) work 
Illuminated vanity mirrors work normally 
Instrument cluster lights working 
Interior free of significant squeaks and rattles 
Interior free of water leaks 
Left turn signals operate and self-cancel with steering wheel operation function 
Low fuel warning works correctly 
Memory seating positions work correctly 
Power antenna mast extends and retracts fully 
Power antenna motor works 
Radio anti-theft system working normally 
Radio speakers do not rattle at high-volume settings 
Reading lamps work operate 
Rear folding seats work correctly 
Retained Accessory Power Relay works normally 
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 
Twilight Sentinel works normally 
Warning lights ON with key ON, engine OFF 
Weatherstrips not torn or damaged 
Windows operate normally 

 Luggage Compartment
Inside trunk release operates normally 
Jack and tools are correct and secured 
No water leaks in trunk 
Spare tire in safe condition 
Spare tire pressure correct 
Trunk latch works 
Trunk light works properly 
Trunk trim appearance normal 

 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 
Tilt steering wheel operates correctly 
Telescopic steering column works correctly 
Vehicle tracks and drives straight on level surface 
Variable assist steering works correctly 

 Suspension
Alignment settings, (caster, camber, & toe) all within specification 
Auto Leveling Suspension functions normally 
Minimum 6/32" tire tread remaining (more than MA state requirement of 2/32)
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 
Tires balanced including full size spare 

 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