Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist at a glance
What it is: On the Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist, the following checks and inspections were performed prior to delivery of this vehicle; any item that did not pass the 172-point inspection has been replaced or repaired.
Who signs: The technician signs and dates to certify that all mechanical items have been inspected. The service manager signs and dates to certify that all mechanical and appearance standards have been met. The Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Manager dates to certify that all mechanical and appearance standards have been met.
A filled-in Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist example: a technician starts the vehicle details
How to fill out Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist, box by box
Dealership Name, Year/Make/Model and Stock Number
Enter the Dealership Name and the Dealership Code.
Enter the Year/Make/Model, the Color and the Mileage.
Enter the Stock Number, the VIN and the R.O. #.
Technician's notes
Write the Section/Item and the Technician's Notes.
More rules for Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist
Enter the SiriusXM Satellite Radio ESN (Electronic Serial Number).
In 1. VEHICLE HISTORY, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 1 to 5, from 1. VIN Inspection to 5. Vehicle Emissions Sticker (Applicable States).
In 2. ROAD TEST, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 6 to 22, from 6. Engine Starts and Idles Properly to 22. No Abnormal Wind Noise.
In 3. VEHICLE EXTERIOR, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 23 to 40, from 23. No Evidence of Flood, Fire, Major or Hail Damage to 40. Trailer Lamp Connector Operation.
In 4. VEHICLE INTERIOR, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 41 to 96, from 41. Airbags to 96. Emergency Trunk-Lid Release.
In 5. VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 97. Perform Self-Test for all CMDTCs.
In 6. UNDERHOOD, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 98 to 133, from 98. Engine Oil/Filter Change and Chassis Lu to 133. Diesel Glow Plug System.
In 7. HYBRID, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 134 to 137, from 134. Hybrid Cooling System to 137. 110V Power Outlet.
In 8. UNDERBODY, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 138 to 168, from 138. Frame Damage to 168. Master Cylinder and Booster.
In 9. CONVENIENCE, mark Passed, Repaired, Replaced or N/A for 169 to 172, from 169. Owner's Guide to 172. Full Fuel Level.
Common questions about Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist
Who signs it?
The technician, the service manager and the Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Manager each have a line to sign.
What am I certifying when I sign?
The technician certifies that all mechanical items have been inspected; the service manager and the Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Manager certify that all mechanical and appearance standards have been met.
Sources
[1] Ford Vehicle Inspection Checklist (FCPO-INSPECT-13), Ford Motor Company (the Official source link on this page).
