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

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

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
Courtesy of the Car Care Council
Intro - Engine - Inspection

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