Engine / Under Hood
- Change engine oil & oil filter
- Replace engine air filter as required
- Replace cabin air filter as required
- Replace spark plugs
- Check ignition coils/boots and replace if necessary
- Replace serpentine/accessory drive belt
- Inspect tensioner & pulleys
- Inspect cooling-system hoses
- Check coolant level & condition
- Inspect radiator & cooling system for leaks
- Inspect water pump for leakage/noise
- Check brake fluid level & condition
- Check power-steering fluid, if applicable
- Check transmission fluid level/condition where serviceable
- Check windshield washer fluid
- Inspect engine/transmission for fluid leaks
Battery / Electrical
- Test battery condition
- Test charging system
- Inspect battery terminals & cables
- Inspect battery hold-down
- Check starter operation
Brakes
- Inspect front brake pads & rotors
- Inspect rear brake pads/shoes & rotors/drums
- Record brake pad thickness
- Inspect rotors for excessive wear/scoring
- Inspect brake calipers
- Inspect brake hoses & hard lines
- Check brake fluid lines for leaks
- Replace brake fluid
- Inspect parking brake operation
Tires / Wheels
- Measure & record all tire tread depths
- Check tire pressures
- Inspect tires for cracking, damage & uneven wear
- Rotate tires if appropriate
- Inspect wheels for damage
- Check wheel/lug-nut condition
- Inspect spare tire/inflator kit
- Check alignment based on tire wear/road test
Steering / Suspension
- Inspect shocks & struts
- Inspect ball joints
- Inspect inner & outer tie rods
- Inspect control arms
- Inspect suspension bushings
- Inspect sway-bar links & bushings
- Inspect wheel bearings
- Check steering for excessive play
- Inspect power-steering system for leaks, if applicable
Transmission / Drivetrain
- Inspect transmission for leaks
- Check transmission fluid condition where applicable
- Service transmission fluid
- Inspect CV axles & CV boots
- Inspect driveshaft & U-joints where applicable
- Inspect differential(s) for leaks
- Check differential fluid/service interval
- Inspect transfer case on AWD/4WD vehicles
- Change transfer-case fluid/service interval
Cooling System
- Inspect radiator
- Complete Engine Coolant flush
- Inspect coolant reservoir
- Inspect upper & lower radiator hoses
- Inspect heater hoses
- Inspect thermostat operation
- Inspect cooling fans
- Check coolant freeze protection/condition
- Perform coolant service if required by manufacturer
Fuel / Emissions
- Inspect fuel lines & connections
- Check fuel filter replacement interval
- Inspect EVAP system for visible damage
- Check exhaust system
- Inspect catalytic converter
- Inspect exhaust hangers & heat shields
- Check for exhaust leaks
Exterior / Safety
- Check headlights
- Check high beams
- Check brake lights
- Check turn signals
- Check reverse lights
- Check hazard lights
- Check license-plate lights
- Check fog lights, if equipped
- Check horn
- Inspect windshield
- Inspect mirrors
- Inspect/replace wiper blades as needed
- Check windshield washers
Interior / HVAC
- Check A/C operation
- Check heater operation
- Check front/rear defrosters
- Check blower motor operation
- Check power windows
- Check power locks
- Check seat belts
- Check gauges & warning indicators
Computer / Diagnostic Inspection
- Scan all available modules for trouble codes
- Check for current, pending & stored codes
- Check maintenance/service reminders
- Reset maintenance reminder after service
- Verify no warning lights remain after service
Road Test
- Verify engine performance
- Verify transmission shifting/operation
- Check braking performance
- Check steering response
- Check suspension for noises
- Check wheel-bearing noise
- Check drivetrain vibration
- Check vehicle tracking/alignment
- Check acceleration
- Verify HVAC operation
- Verify no warning lights after road test