AUTO REPAIR SHOP DIGITAL VEHICLE INSPECTION (DVI) CHECKLIST TEMPLATE 2026

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--- VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION & INITIAL DOCUMENTATION ---
[ ] Customer Name
[ ] Vehicle VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
[ ] License Plate Number
[ ] Current Odometer Reading
[ ] Inspection Date
[ ] Pre-existing Damage Photos
[ ] Vehicle Make/Model/Year Status (Confirmed Match to Work Order, Discrepancy Found)
[ ] Technician Verification Signature

--- UNDER-HOOD COMPONENT INSPECTION ---
[ ] Engine Oil Level & Condition (Good, Low, Needs Immediate Change, Contaminated)
[ ] Engine Coolant Condition (Healthy, Low Level, Discolored/Contaminated)
[ ] Battery Voltage Reading
[ ] Serpentine Belt & Hose Inspection (No Cracks/Tears, Cracks Detected, Frays or Fraying, Leaking Hose)
[ ] Photo of Engine Component Defects
[ ] Technician Notes on Engine Condition

--- UNDER-CARRIAGE & SUSPENSION INSPECTION ---
[ ] Inspected Components (Shock Absorbers, Struts, Ball Joints, Control Arm Bushings, Tie Rod Ends, Sway Bar Links)
[ ] Suspension Condition Status (Good, Fair (Monitor), Critical (Replace Immediately))
[ ] Visual Evidence (Photos/Video)
[ ] Detailed Findings & Observations
[ ] Technician Verification

--- BRAKE SYSTEM & WHEEL ASSEMBLY AUDIT ---
[ ] Front Brake Pad Thickness (Good (Above 5mm), Warning (3mm - 5mm), Replace Immediately (Below 3mm))
[ ] Rear Brake Pad Thickness (Good (Above 5mm), Warning (3mm - 5mm), Replace Immediately (Below 3mm))
[ ] Tire Tread Depth (mm)
[ ] Wheel & Brake Component Defects Found (Rotor Scoring/Grooving, Brake Fluid Leakage, Caliper Seized/Stuck, Uneven Tire Wear, Damaged Valve Stem)
[ ] Photos of Brake/Tire Wear
[ ] Technician Observations & Notes
[ ] Technician Verification

--- FLUID, LEAK, & DRIVETRAIN ANALYSIS ---
[ ] Identified Fluid Leaks (Engine Oil, , Coolant/Antifreeze, Power Steering Fluid, Brake Fluid, Differential Fluid, None Detected)
[ ] Leak Severity Level
[ ] Drivetrain Condition Notes
[ ] Photo Evidence of Leak/Drivetrain Issue
[ ] CV Boot Condition (Intact, Cracked/Damaged, Torn/Leaking Grease)

--- ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING SYSTEMS CHECK ---
[ ] Exterior Lighting Status (Headlights (Low/High Beam), Turn Signals (Front/Rear), Brake Lights, Hazard Lights, License Plate Lights, Fog Lights)
[ ] Interior Lighting & Indicators (Cabin Dome Lights, Instrument Cluster Illumination, Dashboard Warning Lights (Check Engine, ABS, Airbag), Center Console/Ambient Lighting)
[ ] Battery Health Status (Good - Pass, Fair - Monitor, Poor - Replace Immediately)
[ ] Battery Voltage Reading (V)
[ ] Photo of Faulty Electrical Component
[ ] Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Notes

--- CABIN & INTERIOR SAFETY ASSESSMENT ---
[ ] Windshield & Wiper Blade Condition (Excellent, Worn/Needs Replacement, Cracked/Damaged)
[ ] Air Conditioning & Heating Functionality (Operational, Low Cooling/Heating Efficiency, Non-Operational)
[ ] Interior Safety Features Inspection (Seatbelt Retraction/Locking, Airbag Warning Light Status, Horn Functionality, Dashboard Warning Indicators)
[ ] Interior Cabin Notes
[ ] Interior Condition Photos

--- DIGITAL MEDIA DOCUMENTATION ---
[ ] Vehicle Damage Photos
[ ] Component Defect Photos
[ ] Video Inspection Clips
[ ] Media Verification Checklist (Engine Bay Photos Captured, Under-Carriage Photos Captured, Tire/Brake Photos Captured, Video Walkaround Completed)
[ ] Media Caption/Notes
[ ] Technician Verification

--- TECHNICIAN SUMMARY & PRIORITY CODING ---
[ ] Priority Level Assignment (Urgent: Immediate Safety Risk, High: Required Soon, Medium: Recommended Maintenance, Low: Monitor During Next Visit)
[ ] Technician Observations & Diagnostic Notes
[ ] Follow-up Interval (3 Months, 6 Months, 1 Year, Next Oil Change)
[ ] Technician Verification Signature
[ ] Inspection Completion Date

--- FINAL REVIEW & DIGITAL AUTHORIZATION SETUP ---
[ ] Inspection Completion Status (Ready for Customer Review, Pending Technician Signature, Requires Supervisor Review)
[ ] Total Estimated Repair Cost
[ ] Technician Summary Notes for Customer
[ ] Inspection Completion Date
[ ] Technician Digital Signature
[ ] Authorization Actions Sent (SMS/Text Message, Email Notification, In-Shop Tablet View)

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