How Do You Inspect A Used Car?
You will learn what to inspect on a car before buying it used. Check all inside lights (dome light, dash lights, inside door lights, ect) Check all exterior lighting (headlights, brake lights, turn signals, hazards, and fog lights) Also check horn. Pop hood, check air filter (remove air filter cover or upper housing: phillps or flat head screwdriver may be needed) sign that it needs to be replaced: Debris under filter or if it looks dirty Use a rag to check all fluids. Oil Level: remove dipstick and wipe clean. Reinsert dipstick and check level as marked on stick. Transmission fluid: if vehile is equipment with dipstick it should be checked the same way as the oil only with the car running. If doesn’t have dipstick it may not be serviceable. The fluid should be bright red. Coolant Level: look through coolant reservoir to make sure color matches the antifreeze sticker under the hood and make sure antifreeze levels are where the reservoir is marked. Make sure not to open when hot. Power
