Subaru Certified Pre-owned Checklist

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  • Before Road test/hood open/trunk open
  • Primary and secondary hood latch operation
  • Radiator and cap
  • Hoses and clamps
  • Air filter
  • Change Oil filter
  • Drive belt tension and condition
  • Change Engine oil
  • Coolant
  • Power steering fluid
  • Brake fluid
  • Clutch fluid*
  • Fill windshield washer fluid
  • I/C water bottle (filled less than full during cold weather)*
  • Clean battery (mounting, cables, and ground straps)
  • Specific gravity
  • Electrolyte level
  • Load test
  • Spare tire pressure/ tool kit/ jack and handle
  • Replace front & rear wiper blades
  • Insert key in ignition/chime
  • Key "ON"/ check dash warning lights
  • Turn "ON" rear defogger/ check indicator
  • Windshield wipers and washer front/ rear check*
  • Headlights high/low alignment
  • Dash illumination control and display
  • Head light leveler operation*
  • I/C water spray operation*
  • Turn headlights to park position
  • Hazard flashers
  • Reverse lock out check*
  • Shift Transmission to reverse/set parking brake check adjustment
  • Clutch/brake pedal freeplay*
  • Seat belts/warning lights
  • Check for proper movement and operation of both front seats
  • Cold weather package operation (heated seats, mirrors, and windshield)
  • Fuel filler release
  • Lighter and ashtray*
  • Power outlet*
  • Trunk release*
  • DTC check using Select Monitor
  • Steering column parking lamp switch operation
  • Sound horn
  • DCCD display and manual mode operation (reset to automatic mode)*
  • Fog lamps/aim*
  • Turn signals (front & rear)
  • Parking lamps
  • License plate lamps
  • Brake and high mount stop lamps
  • Tail lamps
  • Reverse lamps
  • All front lamps
  • Fuel filler cap operation
  • Hazard flashers/parking lamps (door open/ignition "off")
  • Turn signals/indicator lamps
  • Brake lamps
  • Remote mirror operation L/R
  • Passenger airbag on/off and seatbelt warning light*
  • Set clock
  • Steering lock/tilt
  • All seat adjustments
  • Power window operation
  • Sunroof operation
  • Door locks
  • Map/dome lights
  • Radio/CD - set stations
  • Rear defogger
  • Door locks & door closing operation (key number/security code recorded)*
  • Rear seat belts
  • Security system*
  • Child safety door locks (left unlocked)
  • Door entry lights*
  • Tire pressure, tread depth, orientation and condition
  • Tire set match documented
  • Wheel, wheel cover, and trim check
  • Check brakes, rotors, and calipers for specified parameters
  • Wheel cylinders*
  • Axle seals
  • Lug nut torque
  • Fluid leak check
  • Complete exhaust system
  • Steering linkage
  • Struts
  • Axles
  • Bolts/bushings/fasteners
  • Rear differential fluid level check and top off
  • Other fluid leaks/damage
  • TPMS warning light check (should be off)*
  • Engine performance (cranking, idle, accel., etc.)
  • Transmission performance and warning lights
  • Clutch operation*
  • Clutch safety switch operation*
  • Steering wheel alignment
  • Steering performance (return, free-play, tracking)
  • Wheel balance (absence of vibration)
  • Brake operation
  • Gauges/speedometer/ odometer operation and readings
  • Turn signal operation and cancellation
  • Cruise control operation
  • Vent/heater/A/C operation
  • Check for squeaks, rattles, vibrations, and wind noises
  • Tachometer alarm operation and reset*
  • Hill Holder operation*
  • VDC off switch*
  • Check that all keys start the engine
  • Check for unusual noises
  • Parking brake operation
  • Emissions check as required by state or local laws
  • Re-check coolant, power steering and ATF levels
  • Re-check DTC
  • Check leaks under vehicle
  • Electric cooling fans check
  • Steering wheel
  • Dash pad/instrument panel
  • Headliner
  • Passenger's sunvisor
  • Passenger's side door trim panel
  • Passenger's seat upholstery and trim
  • Glove box
  • Carpet
  • Floor mats
  • Center console, cup holder and arm rest
  • Driver's sunvisor
  • Driver's side door trim panel
  • Driver's seat upholstery and trim
  • Back of front seats
  • Package shelf*
  • Rear carpet
  • Rear cup holder
  • Floor mats
  • Side door trim panels
  • Rear seat upholstery and trim
  • Trunk/cargo area trim
  • Front bumper
  • Hood
  • Driver's side body panels
  • Passenger's side body panels
  • Door sills and jambs
  • Roof
  • Trunk/tailgate
  • Rear bumper
  • Glass
  • Other plated or painted parts
  • Overall paint condition
  • Engine compartment
  • Trunk/cargo area
  • Interior
  • Exterior
  • Glass
  • Door sills and jambs
  • Decal removal
  • License plates and frames

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