General vehicle inspection checklist

Check common vehicle systems, mark each finding, and leave a clear note for the estimate. Built for independent general repair shops.

Inspection

Customer and vehicle
Under hood
Engine oil
Coolant
Brake fluid
Battery and terminals
Belts and hoses
Visible leaks
Tires and brakes
Tire tread and condition
Tire pressure
Front brakes
Rear brakes
Brake lines and hoses
Parking brake
Steering and suspension
Steering linkage
Ball joints
Shocks and struts
Wheel bearings
CV boots and axles
Lights and visibility
Exterior lights
Dash warning lights
Windshield
Wiper blades
Washer operation
Under vehicle and road check
Exhaust system
Fluid leaks
Transmission operation
Engine performance
Noise or vibration
Findings to review with the customer

An inspection finding does not authorize repair work. Put recommended work on an estimate for customer review.

Before you use it

This is a general shop checklist. It is not a state safety inspection, emissions inspection, or manufacturer procedure.

Research behind the fields

The field set follows practical guidance from the Federal Trade Commission and the California Bureau of Automotive Repair. These sources help identify useful records. They do not make this resource compliant in every location.

Keep the full repair together.

Brinlo keeps the estimate, approval, job status, inspection evidence, invoice, payments, and service history connected.

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