RHODE’S AUTO SALES - 100 + POINT INSPECTION LIST
VIN INSPECTION
1. Vehicle VIN plates match, engine compartment, doorjambs and dash
2. VIN label on door jamb
3. Perform VIN Status Injury check and perform applicable recall or campaign repairs
MINIMUM REPLACEMENT ITEMS
4. Engine oil & filter (with genuine Honda filter)
5. Air filter (if dirty or at service interval)
6. Brake Fluid (if dirty/discolored or at service interval)
7. Floor mats (replace mats, unless in good condition)
8. Wiper blades (replace unless they wipe windshield clean)
9. Coolant (replace if dirty or at service interval with genuine Honda fluid)
10. Tires -- minimum tread depth 5/32 across thread width
11. Disc brake pad --if wear is greater than 50%
12. Brake shoes - - if wear is greater than 50%
13. Antenna mast - - if bent or sticking (if applicable)
14. Automatic transmission fluid - if discolored or at service internal
15. Differential fluid.... -if discolored or at service interval (if equipped)
16. Rear differential •fluid - - if discolored or. at service interval (if equipped)'
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
17. Nearest scheduled maintenance must be performed if within 3 months or 2500 miles
of service interval, or if no record of service exits
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
18. Starting (Cold/Hot)
19. Idle vibration (Cold/Hot)
20. Engine noise (Cold/Hot & High & Low speeds)
21. Acceleration
22. Engine operating temperature
23, Drive-ability/Smoothness)
24, AT shift quality/AT shift points
25. MT shifter operation
26. MT clutch (Smoothness, Effort, Slippage)
27. Transmission/Trans axle noise (Cold/Hot)
28. CV joint/drive axle noise (Full lock turn r/l)
29. Braking Noise, Vibration, Effort)
30. Parking brake operation
31. Steering effort (Drifting right or left)
32. Steering wheel free play/steering wheel centered
33. Cruise control operation (including resume)
34. Horn operation
35. Wind noise/squeaks
36. Speedometer/odometer operation
37. Heater/defroster operation
38. A/C cooling performance/vent outlet temperature
39. Tire or steering wheel vibration
40. Body/suspension (performance/noise/rough road test)
UNDER HOOD: CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET
MODIFICATIONS
41. Battery (Condition, fluid level, load test)
42. Alternator (Belt condition/tension, charging)
43. Starter operation
44. Distribution (Cap & rotor condition, shaft looseness)
45. Ignition system operation
46. Fuel system operation (Connecting/leakage)
47. Fuel filter (replace per maintenance schedule)
48. Radiator (Leaks, roads-hazard damage)
49': Ale condenser (Corrosion, road-hazard, damage)
50. Cooling fan operation
51. Coolant
52. Coolant hoses (check condition)
53. Power steering (fluid level, belt condition/tension)
54. A/C compressor (proper cycling, belt condition/tension)
55. Heater valve adjustment
56. Heater valve noise
57. Engine/transmission mount condition
58. Engine (remove valve cover, verify adequate maintenance, one valve cover for V-6
engine)
59. Timing belt condition
UNDER VEHICLE: CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS
60. Tires--OEM size, speed and load rating
61. Tires--matching brand & type
62. Tires--no road hazard damage/proper tire pressure
63. Tires--check for uneven wear or sidewall cracking
64. Wheels/rims--check for damage
65. Valve stem condition
66. Wheel lug nuts (all present and properly torque)
67. Spare tire (condition/pressure)
68. Engine-oil leaks, drain plug threads
69. Transmission leaks
70. Coolant leaks
71. CV joint/boots/drive-shaft/universal joint (cracks, leakage)
72. Brake pad thickness
73. Brake rotor thickness and surface
74. Brake caliper free movement
75. Brake caliper leakage
76. Rear lining thickness (if applicable)
77. Rear-wheel cylinder leakage (if applicable)
78. Rear drum thickness and surface
79. Hydraulic hose/line leakage
80. Suspension (springs, proper ride height)
81. McPherson strut/shock absorber leakage
82. Bushing condition
83. Ball joint tightness
84. Tie rod end tightness
85. Power steering rack leakage
86. Entire exhaust system (condition, leaks damage, noise)
EXTERIOR: CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE: AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS
87. Headlights (high/low operation and headlight aim, cracks, chips, scratches, pitting)
88. Brake lights
89. Turn signal lights (operation, cracks, chips, scratches)
90. Parking lamps
91. Fog lamps (if applicable)
92. Running lights (if applicable)
93. License plate light
94. Taillights (operation, cracks, chips, scratches, damage)
95. Back-up lamps
96. Emergency flasher
97. Water leaks
INTERIOR: CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS
98. Fuel gauge operation
99. Temperature gauge operation
100. All warning lights illuminated with ignition "ON"
101. Dash light operation,
102. Windshield wiper/washer operation
103. Audio system-radio/CD/cassette, speaker operation (audio steering wheel
Controls if applicable)
104. Navigation operation (if applicable)
105. Clock functions
106. Steering wheel tilt/lock
107. Sunroof operation (if applicable)
108. Headliner condition
109. Cigarette lighter/power outlets (if equipped)
110. Alarm/theft system operation (check remote)
111. SRS airbags (exterior condition/check warning lamp self-check)
112. Outside mirror operation left & right
113. Rearview mirror operation (day/night operation)
114. Window Operation-noise, speed and full travel
115. Door locks (check manual and/or power operation and child safety function
116. Seat belts-condition, proper latching and retraction operation
117. Seat upholstery/leather condition (front & rear)
118. Power seat operation (if equipped)
119. Seat heaters (if equipped)
120. Headrest movement
121. Rear defrost operation
122. Inside mirror/vanity light operation
123. Interior lights (switch/door operation)
124. Glove box/glove box light operation
125. Luggage compartment (jack & tool present)
126. Truck lid release/trunk lid light operation'
127. Fuel door release
128. Hood release operation
APPEARANCE INSPECTION
EXTERIOR
129. Under hood (clean engine compartment)
130. Front bumper (fascia guards finish)
131. Grille (headlights, other lights, trim, emblems)
132. Hood (emblems/ finish)
133. LF fender (finish, trim)
134. LF door (finish, trim)
135. LR door (finish, trim)'"
136. LR fender (finish, trim)
137. Trunk lid (finish, trim)
138. Rear bumper (fascia, guards, trim)
139. RR,fender/(finish, trim)
140. RR'door.(finish, trim)
141. RF door (finish, trim)
142. RF fender (finish trim)
143. Roof (finish, trim)
144. Windshield/glass (cracks, chips, scratches, pitting)
INTERIOR
145. Carpet & mats (condition)
146. Dash & instrument panels
147. Console/center arm rest/cup holders



