125-POINT INSPECTION
125-POINT INSPECTION
= 100% CERTIFICATION
YOUR VEHICLE IS PUT TO THE TEST...
UNDERGOING 125 STEPS TO CERTIFICATIONS.
IMPORTANT RECALL INFORMATION: Before a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is listed or sold, FCA US requires dealers to complete all safety recalls. However, because even the best processes can break down, we encourage you to check the recall status of any vehicle at Recalls Mopar.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
- Under 75,000 miles
- Five model years or newer
- No frame damage
- Clean title
- Aftermarket accessories do not compromise safety, emissions or operation of vehicle
OWNERSHIP MATERIALS
- Warranty Manual
- Ownerâs Manual
- Operational key
- CARFAX® Report
- Certified Pre-Owned Consumer Warranty Brochure
MECHANICAL STANDARDS
Pre-Road Test Underhood checks
- Hood release
- Brake fluid
- Power steering fluid filled
- Wiper/washer fluid filled
- Battery condition/load test
- Charging system operation
- Throttle linkage operation
Operational checks
- Remote key fob
- Door/liftgate/trunk
- Seat adjuster
- Steering column adjuster
- Ignition switch
- Malfunction indicator lamp/warning lamp
- Air bag system
- Trip computer/overhead console
- Heated seat
- Heating, ventilation, air conditioning system
- Turn signal/hazard lamps
- Horn
- Brake lamps
- Headlamp/high beam/low beam
- Interior lamps
- Door locks (all switches)
- Windows
- Parking brake
- Fog lamp
- Windshield wiper system operation
- Wiper blades in good condition
- Rear window wiper condition
- Rearview mirror
- Sideview mirrors
- Rear defroster
- Seat belts
- Convertible top
- Sunroof
Road Test
- Ease of starting
- Cold-idle quality
- Gear selector operation
Steering performance
- Power steering performance
- Steering wheel center alignment
- Vehicle tracking performance
Equipment operation
- Cruise control
- Overdrive
- Instrument panel/gauges
- Sound and/or entertainment system
Powertrain performance
- Acceleration performance
- Clutch operation (manual transmission)
- Upshifting performance
- Downshifting performance
- Steady throttle performance
- Transfer case all-wheel-drive performance
- Hot-idle performance
Braking performance
- Brake booster performance
- Vehicle tracking
- Antilock Brake System
- Overall stopping performance
Vehicle comfort
- Free from wind leaks
Post-Road Test
- Fluid leaks â visible inspection
- All fluid levels (underhood)
- Hot restart performance
MAINTENANCE STANDARDS
Perform the following fluid inspection and/or changes:
- Change engine oil, oil filter and use Mopar® parts
- Inspect air filter
- Automatic transmission fluid and filter
- Manual transmission fluid
- Front differential fluid (4x4 only)
- Rear differential fluid (4x4/RWD/AWD)
- Transfer case fluid (4x4/AWD)
- Engine coolant level and test
- Front brakes have 50% or more of lining remaining
- Front and rear brake component condition
- Rear brakes have 50% or more of lining remaining
- Perform outstanding vehicle campaigns
- Identify non-Mopar® accessories
- Tires match and are manufacturerâs recommended size/load capacity
- Wheels match and are correct size and offset
- Tread depth is 4/32" remaining
- Tire sidewall condition
- Tire pressures are set to FCA US LLC specifications
- Brake-line condition
- Shocks and struts condition
- CV joints boot condition
- Exhaust system
- Front suspension
- Rear suspension
- Steering components
- Wheel bolts torqued to specifications
- Tire-changing equipment (including spare, if applicable)
- Drive belts are tight and not damaged
- Engine hoses
- Emission system hoses
- State/local testing
- Module scan tool check
APPEARANCE STANDARDS
Exterior condition
- Body panels
- Fascias
- Bumpers
- Decals/emblems/trim pieces in place
- Glass/lamp covers
- Wheel/wheel covers
- Truck bed/bedliner
Interior Condition
- Instrument panel
- Door panels
- Seating
- Headliner/package tray
- Luggage compartment
- Carpet/mats/floor mats
DETAIL STANDARDS
Exterior detailing
- Clean engine compartment
- Touch up/recondition minor surface scratches
- Remove tar, bugs and road oil
- Exterior wash and wax
- Wipe down all door jambs
Interior detailing
- Clean ashtray/cigarette lighter
- Clean vinyl, plastic and leather surfaces
- Clean glass surfaces
- Vacuum and/or shampoo all interior carpets
- Free of odors/moisture and water leaks