AUTO REPAIR SHOP PRE-INSPECTION CHECKLIST TEMPLATE

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--- VEHICLE INFORMATION & CUSTOMER COMMUNICATION ---
[ ] Customer Name
[ ] Vehicle VIN
[ ] Vehicle Year
[ ] Vehicle Make
[ ] Vehicle Model
[ ] Customer Concerns/Symptoms
[ ] Reason for Inspection (Pre-Purchase Inspection, Routine Maintenance, Noise/Vibration, Warning Light, Other)

--- INITIAL VEHICLE ASSESSMENT (EXTERIOR) ---
[ ] Odometer Reading
[ ] Visible Body Damage (Dents, Scratches, Rust)
[ ] Tire Condition (Select all that apply) (Good, Fair, Poor, Uneven Wear, Bulge/Bubble, Sidewall Damage)
[ ] Glass Condition (Windshield, Windows) (Excellent, Good, Chips/Cracks Present)
[ ] Note any aftermarket modifications
[ ] Tire Pressure (PSI) - Front Left
[ ] Tire Pressure (PSI) - Front Right

--- INITIAL VEHICLE ASSESSMENT (INTERIOR) ---
[ ] Customer Concerns (Interior)
[ ] Interior Cleanliness (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Upholstery Condition (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor - Rips/Stains)
[ ] Odometer Reading
[ ] Any Interior Warning Lights?
[ ] Interior Features Tested (Select all that apply) (Radio, Air Conditioning, Heater, Power Windows, Power Locks, Sunroof/Moonroof)
[ ] Any Interior Damage Noted?

--- FLUID LEVEL CHECKS ---
[ ] Engine Oil Level (inches)
[ ] Coolant Level (gallons)
[ ] Brake Fluid Level (inches)
[ ] Power Steering Fluid Level (inches)
[ ] Transmission Fluid Level (inches)
[ ] Engine Oil Condition (Normal, Slightly Dirty, Dirty, Milky/Contaminated)
[ ] Coolant Condition (Normal, Rusty, Cloudy)

--- BRAKE SYSTEM INSPECTION ---
[ ] Brake Pad Thickness (Front - Driver) (Good, Fair, Needs Replacement, N/A)
[ ] Brake Pad Thickness (Front - Passenger) (Good, Fair, Needs Replacement, N/A)
[ ] Brake Rotor Condition (Front) (Good, Minor Scoring, Significant Scoring/Rust, Needs Replacement)
[ ] Brake Pad Thickness (Rear - Driver) - mm
[ ] Brake Pad Thickness (Rear - Passenger) - mm
[ ] Brake Line/Hose Condition (Good, Leaks Present, Cracks/Damage, N/A)
[ ] Additional Brake System Notes

--- SUSPENSION & STEERING INSPECTION ---
[ ] Shocks/Struts Condition (Good, Fair, Poor, Leaking)
[ ] Ball Joint Condition (Each Side) (Good, Fair, Poor, Play Detected)
[ ] Tie Rod End Condition (Each Side) (Good, Fair, Poor, Play Detected)
[ ] Ride Height (Front - Inches)
[ ] Ride Height (Rear - Inches)
[ ] Steering Play Description (If Applicable)
[ ] Power Steering System Condition (Normal, Noisy, Leaking, Not Functional)
[ ] Photo of Suspension Components (If Needed)

--- TIRE INSPECTION ---
[ ] Tire Pressure (Front Left)
[ ] Tire Pressure (Front Right)
[ ] Tire Pressure (Rear Left)
[ ] Tire Pressure (Rear Right)
[ ] Tread Depth (Front Left) (in mm)
[ ] Tread Depth (Front Right) (in mm)
[ ] Tread Depth (Rear Left) (in mm)
[ ] Tread Depth (Rear Right) (in mm)
[ ] Tire Condition (Overall) (Good, Fair, Poor, Needs Replacement)
[ ] Notes/Comments (e.g., uneven wear, damage)

--- EXHAUST SYSTEM INSPECTION ---
[ ] Exhaust System Condition (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, N/A)
[ ] Describe any visible damage or corrosion
[ ] Exhaust Leaks Present? (Yes, No, Suspected)
[ ] Approximate Leak Location (if applicable)
[ ] Describe exhaust sound or smell (if any)
[ ] Catalytic Converter Condition (if visible) (Good, Fair, Poor, N/A)
[ ] Upload photos of exhaust system (optional)

--- LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ---
[ ] Headlights - Functionality (Working Properly, Dim, Not Working, Need Adjustment)
[ ] Taillights - Functionality (Working Properly, Dim, Not Working, Need Adjustment)
[ ] Brake Lights - Functionality (Working Properly, Dim, Not Working)
[ ] Turn Signals - Functionality (Working Properly, Not Working - Front, Not Working - Rear)
[ ] Dome Light - Bulb Condition (0-10, 10=Excellent)
[ ] Horn - Functionality (Working Properly, Not Working)

--- ENGINE & MECHANICAL COMPONENTS ---
[ ] Belts (Condition) (Good, Fair, Poor - Recommend Replacement)
[ ] Hoses (Condition) (Good, Fair, Poor - Recommend Replacement, Leaking)
[ ] Engine Oil Level (inches)
[ ] Coolant Level (Full, Low, Empty)
[ ] Additional Notes

--- DIAGNOSTIC SCAN (IF APPLICABLE) ---
[ ] Scan Tool Used: (Snap-On, Autel, Launch, Other)
[ ] Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Found: (P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire, P0171 - System Too Lean (Bank 1), P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold, No Codes Present, Other - Specify)
[ ] Code Descriptions & Technician Notes:
[ ] Freeze Frame Data (RPM):
[ ] Freeze Frame Data (Speed):
[ ] Scan Date:
[ ] Scan Time:

--- DOCUMENTATION & CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ---
[ ] Customer Name
[ ] Vehicle VIN
[ ] Summary of Inspection Findings (for Customer)
[ ] Customer Acknowledgment of Inspection Scope (Agrees with Scope, Requests Modification of Scope - Explained to Customer)
[ ] Customer Signature
[ ] Date of Acknowledgment

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