All of our retail Pre-Owned vehicle's here at Pitre will go through a comprehensive 180 point inspection to assure you the best possible condition used vehicle.
180 - Point Used Car Inspection
Starting Checks
Check Starter and Starting System
Check Ease of Starting
Engine Performance / Control Checks
Check engine performance / smooth acceleration
Check cruise control operation (including resume)
Transmission System Checks
Check automatic transmission for normal operation / shifting
Check manual transmission for normal operation / shifting
Check clutch for normal operation (if equipped)
Check transfer case for normal operation
Noise / Vibration Checks
Check steering for operation and abnormal noise
Check brakes for operation and abnormal noise
Check engine for operation and abnormal noise
Check rear differential for abnormal noise
Check front differential for abnormal noise
Check suspension for operation and abnormal noise
Suspension Checks (test drive)
Inspect front shocks and struts; check operation
Inspect rear shocks and struts; check operation
Brake Wear: Inner Meas Outer Meas
1.0
INTERIOR
Vehicle Diagnostics
Scan vehicle computer for fault codes if engine malfunction light is on
MIL Light / Dash Light Checks
Inspect for dash malfunction lights
Check dash and interior lights
Pedal Checks
Check brake pedal travel / free-play
Check clutch adjustment
Check clutch / start switch
HVAC Checks
Check air conditioning operation
Check blower motor operation (all speeds)
Check air flow switching control (floor, dash vent and defroster outlets)
Inspect rear window defroster operation
Power Accessory Checks
Check power antenna operation
Check power locking system operation
Check power window operation
Check power seat operation
Check windshield wiper / washer operation
Check horn operation
Restraint / SRS System Checks
Check all seatbelts for normal operation / condition
Inspect SRS system
PASS /
DONE CAUTION FAIL NOT
DONE
EXTERIOR
Exterior Light Checks
Check headlight low and bright beam
Check taillight, turn signal, side marker and license plate lights
Check brake light operation
Check hazard light operation
Check back-up light operation
Inspect headlight assemblies for cracks / damage
Inspect taillight, turn signal, and side marker assemblies for cracks / damage
Body / Exterior Checks
Inspect door latches and mechanisms
Inspect sunroof and check for leaks
Inspect convertible top
Inspect windshield wiper blades
Inspect rear-view mirrors (inside and outside)
UNDER HOOD
UNDER HOOD CON'T
UNDER CAR
Fluid Checks (under hood)
Check engine oil level and condition
Check engine coolant level and condition
Check automatic transmission fluid level and condition
Check brake fluid level and condition
Check clutch hydraulic fluid level and condition
Check power steering fluid level and condition
Top off washer fluid
Cooling System Checks
Inspect radiator cap
Inspect cooling system hoses
Inspect heater hoses
Inspect fan hub
Check electric cooling fan operation
Check condenser cooling fan operation
Brake System Checks (under hood)
Inspect ABS system
Inspect brake booster
Drive Belt / Timing Belt
Inspect accessory drive belts
Engine Performance Checks
Inspect vacuum hoses and connections
Inspect ignition wires (spark plug wires)
Inspect fuel injection system
Inspect distributor cap and rotor
Inspect fuel hoses, lines and connections
Inspect air cleaner element
Inspect air induction system
UNDER HOOD CON'T
Engine Electrical Checks
Inspect wiring harness and connections
Inspect battery terminals / cables
Check alternator / charging system
Emission Control System Checks
Visually inspect EGR system
Visually inspect PCV system
Visually inspect AIR system
Fluid Leak Checks
Check engine for oil leaks
Check automatic transmission for leaks
Check automatic transmission cooler hoses for damage or leaks
Check cooling system for leaks
Check brake system for leaks
Check power steering system for leaks
Check rear differential for leaks
Check rear axle seals for leaks
Check front differential for leaks
Check front axle seals for leaks
Check clutch hydraulic system for leaks
Inspect fuel tank, lines and connections
Powertrain Mount Checks
Inspect automatic transmission mounts for damage
Inspect manual transmission mounts for damage
Inspect engine mounts
Driveline and Axle Checks
Inspect CV joints and boots
Inspect U-Joints and driveline slip-joints
Wheel Bearing Checks
Check rear wheel bearings for noise / play
Check front wheel bearings for noise / play
Suspension / Steering Checks
Check ball joints
Check tie-rod ends
Check idler arm
Check pitman arm
Check control arm bushings
Check front sway-bar links and bushings
Check front strut / shock mounts
Check steering gear assembly
Check rear strut / shock mounts
Check rear suspension bushings
Check rear sway-bar links and bushings
Inspect king pins
Brake System Checks
Measure front inner brake lining thickness (WRITE SPECS)
Measure front outer brake lining thickness (WRITE SPECS)
Measure rear inner brake lining thickness (WRITE SPECS)
Inspect overall brake condition and performance
Inspect brake calipers and wheel cylinders
Inspect front brake drums and rotors (WRITE SPECS)
Inspect rear brake drums and rotors (WRITE SPECS)
Inspect brake hoses and lines
Tire / Wheel Checks
Measure left front tire tread depth (inner / center / outer) (WRITE SPECS)
Measure right front tire tread depth (inner / center / outer) (WRITE SPECS)
Measure left rear tire tread depth (inner / center / outer) (WRITE SPECS)
Measure right rear tire tread depth (inner / center / outer) (WRITE SPECS)
Inspect overall tire condition, wear patterns and performance
Check tire pressure
Inspect lug nuts and wheel studs
Inspect hub caps or wheel covers
covers
General Under Car Checks
Inspect frame and chassis
Inspect under car splash shields
Inspect inner fenders and mud guards
Exhaust System Checks
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage and loose parts
Inspect exhaust system heat shields
Emission Control System Checks (under car)
Visually inspect E VAP system
General Interior Cosmetic Check
Steering wheel damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Dashboard and dashboard finisher damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Glovebox / glovebox finisher damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Front center console damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Rear center console damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Left front door panel / switch finisher damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Right front door panel / switch finisher damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Right rear door panel / switch finisher damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Left rear door panel / switch finisher damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Left front seat damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Right front seat damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Second row rear seat damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Third row rear seat damage (cuts, scrapes, scratches, wear, cracks, discoloration)
Carpeting damage (cuts, tears, scrapes, discoloration, foreign substances)
Step finisher damage (cuts, scuffs, scrapes, gouges, discoloration, excessive wear)
Interior foul odors
Headliner damage (cuts, scuffs, scrapes, gouges, discoloration, excessive wear)
Pillar finish damage (cuts, scuffs, scrapes, gouges, discoloration, excessive wear)
Recommended Maintenance
Engine oil and filter change (Perform during UCI .2)
Engine Air Filter Replacement (Replace during UCI if needed)
In-cabin micro filter
Brake system fluid renewal service
Power steering fluid renewal service
Transmission fluid renewal service
Transfer case fluid renewal service
Fuel system clean / tune up
Rear differential fluid renewal service
Front differential fluid renewal service
Cooling system fluid renewal service
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