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<!doctype html public "-//w3c//dtd html 4.0 transitional//en"> <html> <head> <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=iso-8859-1"> <meta name="Author" content="MARK GIAMMALVO"> <meta name="GENERATOR" content="Mozilla/4.8 [en] (Windows NT 5.0; U) [Netscape]"> <title>Sam Giammalvo's Auto Sales & Service Inc. Inspection Points</title> </head> <body> <table BORDER=0 COLS=1 WIDTH="100%" > <tr> <td> <center><a href="http://www.samscars.com/faq.htm"><img SRC="sam-logo.gif" ALT="Return To The Frequently Asked Questions Page...." BORDER=0 height=71 width=351></a></center> </td> </tr> </table> <table BORDER=0 COLS=1 WIDTH="100%" > <tr> <td><b>The Giammalvo 157 Point Quality Assurance Inspection requires 157 tests to ensure that interior and exterior mechanical and electronic components perform as designed. Our <a href="http://www.samscars.com/sam-ase.htm">ASE</a> certified technicians recondition each vehicle to our exacting standards. </b> <br> <br> <table BORDER=0 COLS=1 WIDTH="100%" > <tr> <td ALIGN=CENTER><img SRC="tested_main.jpg" height=176 width=162></td> </tr> </table> <p><b>Air Conditioning/Heating Systems</b> <br>A/C cooling operation at specification <br>A/C sight glass clear <br>Inspect A/C and heating fan operation <br>Heater and defroster work properly <br>Dual Zone heater controls work correctly <br>Outside temperature sensor works correctly <br>Remote steering wheel climate control systems buttons work correctly <p> <b>Brake System</b> <br>Inspect brakes & measure pad/shoe thickness & replace if needed <br>Inspect for brake fluid leaks <br>Parking brake sets and holds vehicle <br>ABS operates on "panic stop" <br>Brake fluid clear and uncontaminated <br>Brake fluid at full mark <br>Brake pedal free play and travel per specification <br>Disc brake pad minimum: 5mm <br>Drum brake shoe-lining thickness minimum: 2.5 mm <br>No excessive grooving or heat checking of rotors or drums <br>No excessive pedal or chassis vibration on light and heavy braking <br>Parking brake releases completely <br>Traction control system works correctly <p> <b>Chassis</b> <br>Inspect frame <br>Inspect under body for corrosion <p> <b>Cooling & Fuel System</b> <br>Inspect for fuel leaks <br>Inspect for coolant leaks <br>Coolant specific gravity to minus 34 degrees Fahrenheit <br>Coolant boil-over protection to 320 degrees Fahrenheit <br>Engine coolant level at specification with cold engine <br>Inspect water pump shaft for play and leaks <p> <b>Drive Axle</b> <br>Differential fluid level correct <br>No ripped CV joint boots <p> <b>Engine</b> <br>Change engine oil and filter <br>Cold engine operation normal <br>Cold high idle correct <br>Drive belt tension at specification <br>Drive belts and hoses free of cracks or damage <br>Driveability OK during warm-up <br>Engine reaches normal operating temperature <br>Hot driveability normal <br>Inspect exhaust systems and hangers for leaks or damage <br>Inspect for oil leaks <br>Inspect for coolant & washer bottle leaks <br>No abnormal engine noise at cold start <br>No excessive drone or vibration from engine or driveline <br>Perform vehicle emissions testing as required by Massachusetts state laws <br>Throttle does not stick shut <p> <b>Electronic System</b> <br>Air Bag Control Module clear of any fault codes <br>Anti-Lock Brake Control Module clear of any fault codes <br>Battery cables clean and serviceable <br>Battery mount secure <br>All wiper speeds work correctly <br>Convertible top operation function normally <br>Cruise control operation normal <br>Engine Control Module clear of any fault codes <br>Intermittent wipers work correctly <br>Memory Profile System works correctly <br>Power Train Control Module clear of any fault codes <br>Power windows operate from master switch and all door switches <br>Rear defogger grid lines intact <br>Rear defogger indicator light turns on with switch ON <br>Remote steering wheel audio control buttons work correctly <br>Sunroof closure warning system operates <br>Sunroof or convertible top operation normal through full range of positions <br>Transmission Control Module clear of any fault codes <br>Windshield washer operates <br>Wipers return to correct park position when turned off <p> <b>Exterior</b> <br>Backup lights working with no cracked or broken lenses <br>Brake lights working with no cracked or broken lenses <br>Bulbs are not cracked and have no water behind lens <br>Check for glass chips & cracks <br>Gas filler door remote release operates normally <br>Headlight alignment is normal <br>High and low beams of headlamps work correctly <br>License plate lights working with no cracked or broken lenses <br>Mirrors have full range of adjustment <br>Mirrors free from cracks <br>No excessive wind noise <br>Outside rearview mirror power or manual operation OK <br>Remove non-factory accessories that could compromise vehicle integrity <br>Slide marker lights working with no cracked or broken lenses <br>Taillights working with no cracked or broken lenses <br>Wheel covers, caps secure with no cracks or broken mount tabs <p> <b>Interior</b> <br>Ashtray clean and operates normally <br>Audio/cassette/CD system working normally <br>Automatic High Beam Dimmer functions normally <br>Cigarette lighter operates normally <br>Clock works and keeps time with key off <br>Cup holder extends out completely and provides adequate support <br>Dash light dimmer working <br>Day-night mirror operates OK <br>Dome/courtesy lights work, including operation for each door-opening cycle <br>Door locks operate, including child safety locks <br>Doors open and close correctly <br>Driver's door window lock functions properly <br>Electronic Instrument Cluster operates properly <br>Factory alarm system works properly <br>Remove non-factory alarms that could compromise vehicle integrity <br>Fuel gauge reads correctly <br>Headlamp on warning works correctly <br>Heater lights working <br>Hood latch works <br>Horn(s) work <br>Illuminated vanity mirrors work normally <br>Instrument cluster lights working <br>Interior free of significant squeaks and rattles <br>Interior free of water leaks <br>Left turn signals operate and self-cancel with steering wheel operation function <br>Low fuel warning works correctly <br>Memory seating positions work correctly <br>Power antenna mast extends and retracts fully <br>Power antenna motor works <br>Radio anti-theft system working normally <br>Radio speakers do not rattle at high-volume settings <br>Reading lamps work operate <br>Rear folding seats work correctly <br>Retained Accessory Power Relay works normally <br>Right turn signals operate and self-cancel with steering wheel operation function <br>Seat belt indicator tab is intact with no tears or broken stitching <br>Seat belts have full range of extension and smooth operation <br>Seat belts lock up per specification <br>Seats operate normally, including recline, lumbar and cushion adjustments <br>Twilight Sentinel works normally <br>Warning lights ON with key ON, engine OFF <br>Weatherstrips not torn or damaged <br>Windows operate normally <p> <b>Luggage Compartment</b> <br>Inside trunk release operates normally <br>Jack and tools are correct and secured <br>No water leaks in trunk <br>Spare tire in safe condition <br>Spare tire pressure correct <br>Trunk latch works <br>Trunk light works properly <br>Trunk trim appearance normal <p> <b>Steering</b> <br>No excessive tire vibration or steering wheel shimmy at any speed <br>Power steering fluid level at full mark <br>Steering operation has normal feel <br>Steering wheel centered in straight-line driving <br>Tilt steering wheel operates correctly <br>Telescopic steering column works correctly <br>Vehicle tracks and drives straight on level surface <br>Variable assist steering works correctly <p> <b>Suspension</b> <br>Alignment settings, (caster, camber, & toe) all within specification <br>Auto Leveling Suspension functions normally <br>Minimum 6/32" tire tread remaining (more than MA state requirement of 2/32) <br>Tires on the ground are same brand, size and load rating <br>No tire damage, bulges or cupping <br>No missing valve stem caps <br>Shock absorbers exhibit no excessive wear or leakage <br>Struts exhibit no excessive wear or leakage <br>Tire pressures set to specification <br>Tires balanced including full size spare <p> <b>Transmission</b> <br>Auto transmission park position and shift lock function properly <br>Clutch fluid level at full mark <br>Clutch operates smoothly with no abnormal noise or vibration <br>Transfer case switches from 2WD to 4WD upon demand and 4WD to 2WD smoothly <br>Transmission and transfer case fluids are clear and free of dirt <br>Transmission and transfer case fluids are correct <br>Transmission does not shift into overdrive when button is in OFF position <br>Transmission operates smoothly with no abnormal noise or vibration <br><a href="#TOP"></a> </td> </tr> </table> </body> </html>