How To Find Your Way Under the Hood and Around the Car - Inspection

by DoItYourself Staff

A comprehensive vehicle inspection should include:

Cooling system components, including pressure test
Battery and electrical system, including alternator output
General engine performance
Fuel system, including computer controls
All fluids
Ignition system, including computer controls
Tires, including spare
Steering and suspension system, including shocks and struts (CV boots where applicable)
Wheel balance and alignment, four wheel balance on front wheel drive vehicles
Braking system, including drums, rotors, hydraulics and electronic components
Emission control system components
Air conditioner / heater / defroster
Instruments and gauges
Lights / horn / mirrors
Windshield wipers and washers
Seat belts
Body evaluation / interior / exterior