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Auto Shopper 101: Test Drive Checklist
Page 2: Pop the Hood

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» Page 1: Before You Drive
» Page 2: Pop the Hood
» Page 3: Luggage in the Trunk
» Page 4: What's on the Inside Counts Most
» Page 5: Pedal to the Metal
» Page 6: Safety Systems & Braking
» Page 7: Steering and Handling
» Page 8: Ride Comfort
» Page 9: Noise Levels
» Page 10: Overall Driveability and Comfort

Pop the Hood
Will your father-in-law be impressed?

  • Does the hood stay open easily?
  • Are the important things easy to find and check? (Oil, transmission fluid, coolant, radiator cap, windshield washer fluid, power steering fluid.)
  • Is there a light under the hood?
  • Can you check the battery easily? Jump it easily?
  • Does the engine and transmission match what you wanted to test drive?
  • Engine:__________________ Number of Cylinders:______
  • Transmission:_______________ (Standard or Automatic?)
  • Drive:____________________ (Front Wheel, All Wheel, etc.)

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