Ford Multi Point Inspection Checklist

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Ford Multi Point Inspection Checklist



Vehicle History & VIN

1. Service Recalls: All service recalls must be identified via OASIS and performed, with any open recalls or Field Service Actions (FSAs) listed by number and description.


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2. VIN Inspection: The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be inspected for accuracy and compliance.


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Road Test Performance

1. Engine & Start: The engine must start and idle properly


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2. Remote Start: The remote start system must be fully operational.


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3. Transmission: Both automatic and manual transmissions or transaxles must operate correctly.


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4. Steering: The vehicle must steer normally, showing proper response, centering, and acceptable free play.


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5. Ride Quality: The body and suspension must be free of squeaks and rattles, and the struts and shocks must operate properly.


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6. Braking & Safety: The brakes and ABS system must function correctly, and there must be no abnormal wind noise during the test.


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7. Controls & Systems: The cruise control, gauges, and driver select or memory profile systems must all be fully operational.


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Vehicle Exterior

1. Structural Integrity: The vehicle must show no evidence of flood, fire, major collision, or hail damage.


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2. Body Mechanisms: All release mechanisms, hinges, and prop rods or gas struts for the hood and trunk must operate properly.


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3. Power Features: The power liftgate, power-sliding doors, and deployable running boards (if equipped) must function correctly.


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4. Glass & Wipers: All window glass (windshield, side, and rear) must be inspected, and wiper blades must be replaced to ensure proper performance.


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5. Exterior Lighting: All exterior lights, including front, side, and back lamps, as well as trailer lamp connector operations, must be functional.


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Airbags And Safety Belts

1. Safety Systems: Airbags and safety belts must be inspected for presence and proper operation.


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Audio And Alarm Systems

1. Audio & Navigation: The radio, antenna, CD player, and speakers must work properly, with the SiriusXM® ESN recorded. The navigation system must also be fully operational.


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2. Security: The alarm and theft-deterrent systems must function as intended.


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Heat/Vent/AC/Defog/Defrost

1. Climate Control: The heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and defog/defrost systems must be fully operational.


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Interior Amenities

1. Steering & Dash: The tilt/telescoping steering column and lock must work, along with all steering wheel controls, the horn, instrument panel, clock, and warning chimes.


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2. Visibility Aids: Interior lights, mirrors (manual, power, and auto-dimming), the Rear View Camera, and the BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) must be functional.


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3. Technology & Personalization: The SYNC®/Bluetooth® system must work, and a master reset of MyFord Touch® or personalization settings must be performed.


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4. Convenience Features: Systems such as Active Park Assist, rear entertainment, power outlets, adjustable pedals, and universal garage door openers must be operational if equipped.


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5. Seating & Trim: All seats and head restraints must adjust correctly, folding seats must operate, and heated/cooled seat functions must work. The interior must also be odor-free.


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Sunroof/Moonroof/Convertible Top

1. The sunroof/moonroof/convertible top must be operational.


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Windows And Door Locks

1. Windows & Locks: All door handles, locks (including child safety locks), window controls, and remote entry or push-button start systems must function properly.


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Luggage Compartment

1. Luggage Compartment: Remote releases for the decklid and fuel door must work, and the emergency trunk-lid release must be functional.


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2. Spare Tire & Tools: The vehicle jack and tool kit must be present. The spare tire must be inspected for size, type, sidewall integrity, tread depth, and air pressure (or the inflator kit checked).


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Vehicle Diagnostics

1. Module Test: A self-test for all Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs) must be performed across all modules.


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Fluids

1. The engine oil and filter must be changed, and the chassis must be lubricated.


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2. The engine coolant must be at the proper level and condition.


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3. The brake fluid must be at the proper level and uncontaminated.


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4. The automatic transaxle or transmission fluid must be at the correct level.


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5. The transfer case fluid (if equipped) must be at the proper level.


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6. The drive axle fluid must be at the proper level.


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7. The power steering fluid must be at the proper level.


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8. The manual transaxle/transmission hydraulic clutch fluid must be at the proper level.


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9. The windshield washer fluid must be at the proper level.


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Engine

1. The engine must be free of all fluid leaks.


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2. All engine hoses, lines, and fittings must be in good condition.


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3. All engine drive belts must be free of cracks and damage.


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4. All engine wiring must be properly routed and undamaged.


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5. The air cleaner housing must be free of oil.


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6. The engine oil must be free of water, sludge, or coolant.


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7. The engine must maintain proper oil pressure.


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8. A relative cylinder compression test or power balance reading must be performed if necessary.


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9. The timing belt must be inspected for condition.


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10. All engine mounts must be secure and undamaged.


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11. The turbocharger air cooler must be inspected for proper operation.


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Cooling System

1. The radiator must be in good condition with no leaks.


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2. The radiator cap and radiator must pass a pressure test.


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3. All cooling fans, clutches, and motors must operate properly.


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4. The water pump must operate properly and be free of leaks.


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5. The coolant recovery tank must be in good condition.


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6. The cabin air filter must be inspected and replaced if necessary.


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Fuel System

1. The fuel pump must produce a normal operating noise.


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2. The fuel pump must maintain proper pressure.


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3. The fuel filter must be in good condition.


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4. The engine air filter must be clean and in good condition.


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Electrical System

1. The starter must operate properly.


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2. The ignition system must function correctly.


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3. The battery must be in good condition and pass a performance test.


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4. The alternator output must be within specified limits.


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5. The diesel glow plug system (if equipped) must operate properly.


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Hybrid/Electric Vehicles

1. The hybrid cooling system must be fully operational.


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2. The switchable powertrain mount must function correctly.


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3. The hybrid entertainment and information display must be operational.


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4. The cargo management system must be in good condition.


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5. The high-voltage thermal system must operate properly.


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6. The high-voltage service disconnect must be inspected.


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7. Charging components must pass Test 1.


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8. Charging components must pass Test 2.


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9. A cell variation check must be performed on the battery.


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10. The DCDC converter must operate properly.


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11. A MyFord® Mobile reset must be performed.


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12. The vehicle instrument cluster lifetime summary and trip resets must be completed.


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13. All EV drive modes must be fully operational.


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14. All PHEV heating system modes must function properly.


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15. All BEV heating system modes must function properly.


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Frame

1. The frame must be free of any damage.


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2. The fuel supply system must be in good condition and leak-free.


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Exhaust System

1. The exhaust system must be in good overall condition.


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2. The vehicle must pass an emissions control test.


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Transmission, Transaxle, Differential And Transfer Case

1. The automatic transmission/transaxle, universal joints, CV joints, and CV boots must be in good condition.


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2. The manual transmission/transaxle, differential, universal joints, CV joints, and CV boots must be in good condition.


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3. The 4x4 hub operation and transfer case must function properly.


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4. Transmission mounts must not be cracked, broken, or oil-soaked.


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5. The differential and drive axle must operate properly.


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Tires And Wheels

1. All tires and wheels must match and be the correct size for the vehicle.


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2. The tire tread depth must meet the required minimum standards.


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3. The tires must show normal, even wear patterns.


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4. The tire pressure must be set to the correct specification.


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5. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) must function properly.


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6. All wheels, wheel covers, and center caps must be present and undamaged.


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7. The rack-and-pinion, linkage, and boots must be in good condition.


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8. Control arms, bushings, and ball joints must be in good condition.


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9. The tie-rods and idler arm must be in good condition.


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10. Sway bars, links, and bushings must be in good condition.


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Brakes

1. The brake calipers and wheel cylinders must operate properly.


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2. The brake pads and shoes must have sufficient thickness remaining.


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3. The brake rotors and drums must be within wear specifications.


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4. All brake lines, hoses, and fittings must be free of leaks and damage.


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5. The parking brake must be fully operational.


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6. The master cylinder and booster must function properly.


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Final Items

1. The Owner’s Manual must be present in the vehicle.


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2. All keys and remote controls must be present and operational.


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3. The vehicle must be delivered with a full level of fuel.


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