Courtesy Visual Inspection
Our courtesy visual inspection is performed on every car we haven’t seen in 3 months or more. This is a no-charge visual inspection to give you a heads-up for what your car may need for maintenance and repairs now and in the near future. This helps you stay on top of your car needs.
Road Test to check for any engine performance issues and unusual noises, smells, or movements of the car.
Check the parking brake for proper operation.
Note any dashboard lights on the car and help determine the next steps.
Inspect all Mirrors, windshields, windows, and doors - note any damage or dysfunction.
Inspect and test wipers and wiper system for proper operation.
Check all headlights, brake lights, taillights, turn signals markers, fog lights, and other exterior lights for operation.
Check for condition, level, and leaks of all fluids on the car (Oil, Brake, Power Steering, Coolant, Window Washer Fluid, Transmission if applicable).
Test the Battery and inspect battery cables for battery life.
Inspect Engine Air Filter for replacement (1 a year).
Inspect Cabin Air Filter for replacement (1 a year).
Inspect belts and hoses for cracks or wear.
Check under the vehicle for any fluid leaks, steering and suspension parts failure, excessive rust, leaking exhaust, any other issues that may need attention.
Inspect all tires and wheels for uneven and/or low tread wear, potential tire problems, and alignment issues.
Check Tire Air Pressure and Fill.
Make maintenance or repair recommendations.
Road Trip Ready/Winter Ready Inspection
Going on a road trip for longer than 100 miles or over 2 hours? Has your vehicle been sitting for a while and you’re not sure if it is ready to be safely driven on the road again? Wanna make sure your car is ready for the winter season? Here’s what we’ll do!
Road Test to check for any engine performance issues and unusual noises, smells, or movements of the car.
Check the parking brake for proper operation.
Note any dashboard lights on the car and help determine the next steps.
Inspect all Mirrors, windshields, windows, and doors - note any damage or dysfunction.
Inspect and test wipers and wiper system for proper operation.
Check all headlights, brake lights, taillights, turn signals markers, fog lights, and other exterior lights for operation.
Check for condition, level, and leaks of all fluids on the car (Oil, Brake, Power Steering, Coolant, Window Washer Fluid, Transmission if applicable).
Test the Battery and inspect battery cables for battery life.
Test Starter and Alternator for proper operation and life.
Inspect Engine Air Filter for replacement (1 a year).
Inspect Cabin Air Filter for replacement (1 a year).
Inspect belts and hoses for cracks or wear.
Inspect all tires and wheels for uneven and/or low tread wear, potential tire problems, and alignment issues.
Remove all 4 tires to inspect Brake Wear Components and note condition. Also, we inspect Brake Lines and Calipers/Wheel cylinders for condition and proper operation.
Check under the vehicle for any fluid leaks, steering and suspension parts failure, excessive rust, leaking exhaust, or any other issues that may need attention.
Make notes of any maintenance or repairs recommended in the next 1500 miles.
Check Engine Light Diagnosis
Depending on the problem, there can be a significant difference in the time to diagnose the issue(s). FYI: A code spit out from a parts store is not a check engine light diagnosis. It’s the first step in diagnosing the root cause. The code needs to be tested and confirmed. And that’s what we’ll do at Girls Auto Clinic. Patience is a virtue with the CEL. We appreciate yours!
Pull Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) on our special scanner designed to read the computers on your car and help us diagnose any engine performance issues.
Perform diagnostic tests on vehicle based on DTCs.
Reference related Technical Service Bulletins and research DTCs to help diagnosis the problem and determine the appropriate path forward.
Document diagnostic information on the work order (codes, freeze frame, live data).
Advise on the proper course of action, potential warranty coverage, further testing, and/or recommended repairs.
Brake Inspection
A brake inspection requires our techs to go on a test drive and remove all 4 tires to check the entire brake component system for any issues. If your vehicle has drum brakes, we will need to also remove the drums covering the brakes.
Test drive the vehicle and test several braking methods to check for brake noise and other brake issues like pulsation.
Check the parking brake for proper operation.
Check Brake Fluid for color and level.
Remove all 4 tires and check all brake lines and components for rust and possible leaking.
Inspect and measure Brake Pads/Shoes and note condition. Document the brake pad/shoe thickness for both the front and rear?
Inspect brake rotors and note condition and thickness
Check Brake calipers/Wheel cylinders for proper operation and any leaks.
Make notes of any maintenance or repairs recommended in the next 1500 miles