Page 1 THE ACURA DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS GIVE IT THE ONCE OVER 150 TIMES. Every vehicle must pass stringent measures before it can become a Certified Pre-Owned Acura. Only wellmaintained, late-model Acura vehicles are considered, and each one must pass a comprehensive 150-point inspection and a Vehicle History Report review. Virtually every mechanical system from the engine to the door locks is checked and serviced to meet precise specifications, and a thorough appearance inspection scrutinizes fit and finish inside and out to ensure that every vehicle upholds the luxury and sophistication of the Acura name. The Acura Dealership technicians also inspect all placements of the Vehicle Identification Number to ensure that the VIN plates match. In addition, the VIN is researched for open service campaigns. THE 150-POINT VEHICLE CERTIFICATION CHECKLIST INCLUDES: 1 2 3 Vehicle VIN plates match, engine compartment, door jambs and dash VIN/FMVSS label on door jamb Perform VIN status check, perform applicable recall or campaign repairs UNIBODY INSPECTION 4 Carefully inspect unibody for signs of damage or prior repairs MECHANICAL INSPECTION MINIMUM REPLACEMENT ITEMS 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Engine oil and filter (with genuine Honda filter) Air filter (if dirty or at service interval) Brake fluid (if discolored or at service interval) Floor mats (replace mats, unless current model) Wiper blades (replace if needed) Coolant (replace if discolored or at service interval with genuine Honda fluid) Tires (minimum tread depth 5/32 across tread width) Disc brake pads (if wear is greater than 50%) Brake shoes (if wear is greater than 50%) Antenna mast (if bent or sticking, if applicable) Automatic transmission fluid (if discolored or at service interval) Differential fluid (if discolored or at service interval, if equipped) Rear differential fluid (VTM) (if discolored or at service interval, if equipped) Minimum two master keys, one valet and two remotes (if equipped with OEM remotes) Scheduled Maintenance - Nearest scheduled maintenance must be performed if within 3 months or 2500 miles of service interval or if no record of service exists
Page 2 ROAD TEST 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 Starting/ Starter (cold/hot) Idle vibration (cold/hot) Engine noise (cold/hot & high/low speeds) Acceleration (power) Engine operating temperature Driveability (smoothness) AT shift quality/at shift points MT shifter operation MT clutch (smoothness, effort, slippage) Transmission/transaxle noise (cold/hot) CV joint/drive axle noise (full lock turn) Braking (noise, vibration, effort) Parking brake operation Steering effort (drifting right or left) Steering wheel free play/steering wheel centered Cruise control operation (Including resume) Horn operation Wind noise/squeaks/rattles Speedometer/odometer operation Heater/defroster operation A/C cooling performance/vent outlet temperature Tire or steering wheel vibration Body/Suspension (Performance/Noise/Rough Road test) UNDERHOOD - CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 Battery (condition, Fluid level, Load Test Alternator (belt condition/tension, charging) Water pump (noise / leaks) Distributor (cap & rotor condition, shaft looseness) Ignition system operation Fuel system operation (connections/leakage) Fuel filter (replace per maintenance schedule) Radiator (leaks, road hazard damage) Coolant recovery tank (condition, fluid level, sensor operation) A/C condenser (corrosion, road hazard damage) Cooling fan operation Coolant (replace if discolored, insufficient protection) Coolant hoses (check condition) Power steering (fluid level, belt condition/tension) AC compressor (proper cycling, belt condition/tension) Heater valve adjustment Engine Valve noise Engine/Transmission mount condition Engine condition (visual verification of oil change maintenance)
Page 3 62 63 Timing belt condition (change per maintenance schedule) Brake master cylinder and booster (operation/leaks) UNDER VEHICLE - CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 Tires (OEM size, speed and load rating/ matching brand and type) Tires (No road hazard damage/proper tire pressure) Tires (Check for uneven wear or sidewall cracking) Wheels/rims (Check for damage) Valve stem condition Wheel lug nuts (all present and properly torqued) Spare tire (condition/pressure) Engine (oil leaks, drain plug threads) Transmission leaks Coolant leaks CV Joint/boots/drive-shaft/universal joint (cracks, leakage) Brake pad thickness Brake rotor thickness and surface Brake caliper leakage Hydraulic hose/line leakage and free movement Suspension (springs proper ride height) McPherson strut/shock absorber leakage Bushing condition Ball joint and tie rod end tightness Power steering rack leakage Entire exhaust system (condition, leaks, damage, noise, catalytic converter and converter shield) EXTERIOR - CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 Headlights (high/low operation and headlight aim, cracks, chips, scratches, pitting) Brake lights Turn signal lights (operation, cracks, chips, scratches) Parking lamps Fog lamps (if applicable) Running lights (if applicable) License plate light Tail lights (operation, cracks, chips, scratches, damage) Back-up lamps Emergency flasher INTERIOR - CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS 95 96 97 98 99 100 Water leaks (look for evidence of water intrusion) Fuel gauge operation Temperature gauge operation All warning lights illuminated with ignition ON Dash light operation Windshield wiper/washer operation
Page 4 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 Audio System - Radio/CD/Cassette, speaker operation (Audio steering wheel controls if equipped) Navigation operation (if equipped) Rear camera (MDX only if equipped) OnStar Æ operation (if equipped) (service not provided) Clock functions Steering wheel tilt/lock Sunroof operation (if applicable) Headliner condition Cigarette lighter/power outlets (if equipped) Alarm/theft system operation (check remote) SRS air bags (exterior condition/check warning lamp self check) Outside mirror operation (left and right) Rear view mirror operation (day/night operation) Window operation (noise, speed and full travel) Door locks (check manual and or power operation and child safety function) Seat belts (condition, proper latching and retraction operation) Seat upholstery/leather condition (front & rear) Power seat operation (if equipped) Seat heaters (if equipped and check for proper operation) Headrest movement Rear defrost operation Inside mirror/vanity light operation Interior lights (switch/door operation, warning chimes) Glove box/glove box light operation Luggage compartment (jack and tool present) Truck lid release/trunk lid light operation Fuel door release Hood release operation APPEARANCE INSPECTION POINTS: EXTERIOR - CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 Underhood (clean engine compartment) Front bumper (facia, guards, finish) Grille (headlights, other lights, trim, emblems) Hood (emblems & finish) LF fender (finish, trim) LF door (finish, trim) LR door (finish, trim) LR fender (finish, trim) Truck lid (finish, trim) Rear bumper (facia, guards, trim) RR fender (finish, trim) RR door (finish, trim) RF door (finish, trim) RF fender (finish trim) Roof (finish, trim)
Page 5 144 145 Windshield/glass (cracks, chips, scratches, pitting) Check for dent, dings & scratches on all body panels and bumpers INTERIOR - CHECK FOR UNACCEPTABLE AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS 146 147 148 149 150 Dash and instrument panels Console/center arm rest/cup holders Front doors (controls, trim condition) Rear doors/quarter Trim (controls, trim condition) Luggage compartment (mat/trim/carpet condition)