Mechanical Condition Report

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  • VIN: 1C4RJFBT0CC192957
  • MAKE Jeep
  • MODEL Grand Cherokee
  • YEAR 2012
  • MILES 159,594

Inspector

  • Laura M
  • 4,232 BlueStar Inspections

Inspection Photos

Industry Awards (15)

  • Vehicle Satisfaction Award: Premium Mid-Size SUV (Autobytel/AutoPacific)
  • Ideal Vehicle Award: Mid-Size SUV (Autobytel/AutoPacific)
  • Editors Choice Awards: SUVs (Car And Driver)
  • Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year: Luxury Off-Road (Carspondent)
  • Recommended (Consumer Guide Automotive)
  • Consumers Favorites: Family Vehicle (Edmunds)
  • Top Recommended SUVs (Edmunds)
  • Top Safety Pick - Midsize SUVs (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
  • Initial Quality Study (IQS): Top Models (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • Driver's Choice Award: Best Large Utility (MotorWeek)
  • Total Quality Award Winners (Strategic Vision)
  • Full-Size Luxury SUV of Texas (Texas Auto Writers Association)
  • SUV of Texas (Texas Auto Writers Association)
  • Best Affordable Midsize SUVs (US News)
  • Best Off-Road SUVs (US News)

Inspection Checklist

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Powertrain

Ignition / Electrical

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

  • Dash / Displays / Entertainment / Navigation / Security & Info Systems
  • Intelligent / Smart Systems
  • Interior lighting / Courtesy Lights
  • Glove Box / Storage Compartment / Cup Holders
  •   Interior / Power Accessories See Details
  • Door(s) / Gate / Hood / Hatch / Handles & Latches
  • Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support
  • Body / Body Component / Weatherstrip / Moldings
  • Trunk / Rear Compartment
  • Engine Compartment
  •   Frame / Undercarriage See Details
  • Environmental Damage

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Fluids

Engine Oil

Full Clean

Transmission Fluid

Full Clean

Power Steering Fluid

Overfilled Acceptable

Coolant

Empty Not Inspected

Brake Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Washer Fluid

Low Acceptable

Transfer Case Fluid

Full Acceptable

Front Differential Fluid

Full Acceptable

Rear Differential Fluid

Full Acceptable

Filters

Engine Air Filter

Acceptable

Cabin Air Filter

Not Inspected

Not inspected due to accessibility

Battery

Battery

Good

Emissions

Monitor Status

Ready

Tires and Brakes

Driver Front

7/32 inch
Acceptable
14/32 inch
Acceptable

Driver Rear

7/32 inch
Acceptable
14/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Front

6/32 inch
Acceptable
14/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Rear

6/32 inch
Acceptable
14/32 inch
Acceptable

INSPECTOR COMMENTS AND PHOTOS

  • Passed
  • Safety
  • Emissions
  • Other
  • Additional Info

Test Drive

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Steering wheel is off center when driving straight.

(To the right, Minor, Advise alignment check)

Pulsation / vibration can be felt when applying brakes.

(Normal braking, High speeds, Moderate)

Shimmy / vibration can be felt when driving.

(In steering wheel, High speeds, Moderate)

Abnormal noise / performance when going over uneven roads / bumps.

(Clunking)

Safety / Vision

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light / message is on.

(Flashing light)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Windshield is cracked / damaged.

(Windshield has moisture on the inside of glass. Advise checking for leaks. )

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

License plate light does not function properly.

(Both inoperative)

Safety light (Fog / DRL) does not function properly.

(Left fog lamp inoperative, Right fog lamp inoperative)

Fuel / Emissions / Exhaust

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Exhaust leak / noise can be heard.

(Leak, On cold start up)

HVAC / Cooling

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Heater does not function properly.

(Blows cool air, At idle. )

A/C service port cap is missing.

(High side)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Water pump shows evidence of active coolant leak.

(Moderate)

Steering / Suspension

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Ball joint is dangerously loose and is unsafe.

(Left front upper, Right front upper)

Control arm bushings are excessively loose.

(Left front upper, Right front upper, Due to the excessive amount of play advise additional check of all steering and suspension components. )

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Steering linkage component has torn grease boot but joint is still tight.

(Right, Outer, Tie-rod)

Ignition / Electrical

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

There is an abnormal noise originating at drive belt area.

(Squeaking)

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Interior / Power Accessories
Inspector Comments

Heated / Cooled seat does not function properly.

(Heated, Left, Front)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Splash shield is damaged.

(Right front fender liner)

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Coolant Level / Condition / Protection / PH
Inspector Comments

Engine coolant level is not full in the radiator.

(Low, coolant level can not be seen)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

There appears to be an active fluid leak with drops hanging / wetness from the leak area.

(Engine oil, Power steering fluid, Advise clean up and proper diagnosis.)

Other

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Positive test results at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

All OBD2 emissions monitors are ready

Brake fluid water content tests acceptable

Inspection Point
Result
 Additional inspection photos
Inspector Comments

Undercarriage

Comments

Inspection Comments

All safety components of this vehicle were marked "acceptable" at the time of inspection.

At the time of inspection, all on-board diagnostic (OBD) readiness monitors were ready, the check engine light was operational with key on but not illuminated with engine running, and emissions components were marked "acceptable."

Seller Comments

This vehicle has new cabin and engine air filters. We also changed the oil.