07/14/04: Brand Spankin' Used
Purchasing a Dodge, Chrysler, or Jeep Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle from Swift Jeep Chrysler Dodge, a Five Star dealer, gives you peace of mind and factory-backed confidence.
Our Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles come with:
- Best Domestic Certified Program in America – IntelliChoice *
- Factory-backed 8-Year / 80,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty †
- 3-Month / 3,000-Mile Maximum Care® Limited Warranty ‡
- CARFAX® vehicle history report
- Rigorous 125-point inspection
- 24-Hour Towing and Roadside Assistance §
- Car Rental Allowance ¶
- Owner loyalty communications and service coupons
All certified Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge Pre-Owned Vehicles must pass a history check and rigorous 125-point mechanical and appearance inspection. Each is factory backed with an 8-year/80,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. *See us for details and a copy of the warranty. It's an extra layer of security, available only with Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, and a commitment that you can carry with you for many miles to come.
*IntelliChoice rated DaimlerChrysler’s Certified Program for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge among the best non-luxury pre-owned programs in America, ahead of Ford, Mercury, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn, Toyota, Mazda, Nissan and Hyundai. IntelliChoice rated DaimlerChrysler’s Certified Program for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge the best domestic non-luxury pre-owned program in America, ahead of Ford, Mercury, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Pontiac, Oldsmobile and Saturn. Domestic brands are both originated and based in the United States. IntelliChoice® Inc., (www.intellichoice.com) September 2003 review of 24 manufacturer programs.
†8-Year/80,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Powertrain Limited Warranty runs from date vehicle was sold new. A deductible applies, see us for details.
‡3-Month/3,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Maximum Care® Limited Warranty with $0 deductible runs from date of sale of the vehicle, or at the expiration of the 3/36 Basic Warranty.
The Maximum Care® Limited Warranty covers 5,000-plus components, including all major assembly components and steering, air conditioning, engine cooling/fuel system, front suspension, all electrical systems, all engine computers, shocks, torsion bars, engine mounts, brakes, antilock brakes, instrumentation, rear suspension and all seat, hood, trunk, lid, liftgate, door and window mechanisms.
$0 deductible: You are responsible for $0 of the total cost of covered component repairs performed during each repair visit. The 3-Month/3,000-Mile Maximum Care® Limited Warranty pays the entire cost of covered repairs. For more details and a copy of the limited warranties, see us.
§Administered by Cross Country Motor Club, Inc., Medford, MA 02155. You must call 1-800-521-2779 for prior authorization to receive these benefits.
¶Rental car coverage only if repairs take vehicle out of service more than one day.
RIGOROUS 125 POINT INSPECTION
Qualification Standards
1. Under 65,000 miles
2. Five model years or newer
3. No frame damage
4. Clean history/title
5. Aftermarket accessories do not compromise safety, emissions or operation of vehicle
Ownership Materials
6. Warranty manual
7. Owner's manual
8. Spare key
9. Key fobs
10. Convertible top boot cover(convertible only)
Mechanical Standards
Pre-Road Test
Underhood check
11. Hood release
12. Brake fluid
13. Power steering fluid filled
14. Wiper washer fluid filled
15. Battery condition/load test
16. Charging system operation
17. Throttle linkage operation
Operational Checks
18. Remote key fob
19. Door/liftgate/trunk
20. Seat adjuster
21. Steering column adjuster
22. Ignition switch
23. Malfunction indicator lamp/warning lamp
24. Air bag system*
25. Trip computer/overhead console
26. Heated seat
27. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning system
28. Turn signal/hazard lamps
29. Horn
30. Brake lamps
31. Headlamp/high beam/low beam
32. Interior lamps
33. Door locks (all switches)34. Windows
35. Parking brake
36. Fog lamp
37. Windshield wiper operation and blades in good condition
38. Rear window wiper and condition
39. Rearview mirror
40. Sideview mirrors
41. Rear defroster
42. Seat belts
43. Convertible top
44. Sunroof
Road Test
45. Ease of starting
46. Cold-idle quality
47. Gear selector operation
Steering Performance
48. Power steering performance
49. Steering wheel center alignment
50. Vehicle tracking performance
Equipment Operation
51. Cruise control
52. Overdrive
53. Gauges/instrument panel
54. Sound system
Powertrain Performance
55. Acceleration performance
56. Clutch operation (manual transmissions)
57. Upshifting performance
58. Downshifting performance
59. Steady throttle performance
60. Transfer case performance
61. Hot-idle performance
Braking Performance
62. Brake booster performance
63. Vehicle tracking
64. Antilock brake system
65. Overall stopping performance
Vehicle Comfort
66. Free from wind leaks
Post-Road Test
67. Fluid leaks - visible inspection
68. All fluid levels (underhood)
69. Hot restart performance
Maintenance Standards
70. Perform the next maintenance interval according to the severe maintenance schedule in the Owner's Manual
Perform the following fluid inspection and/or changes:
71. Change engine oil and filter
72. Automatic transmission fluid and filter
73. Manual transmission fluid
74. Front differential fluid (4x4 only)
75. Rear differential fluid (4x4/RWD/AWD)
76. Transfer case fluid (4x4/AWD)
77. Engine coolant
78. Front brakes have 50% or more of lining remaining
79. Front and rear brakes component condition
80. Rear brakes have 50% or more of lining remaining
81. Perform outstanding vehicle campaigns
82. Identify non-Mopar accessories in Additional Information box
83. Tire match and are manufacturer's recommended size/load capacity
84. Wheels match and are correct size and offset
85. Tread depth is 4/32" above the wear indicator
86. Tire sidewall condition
87. Tire pressures are set to DaimlerChrysler specifications
88. Brake-line condition
89. Shocks and struts condition
90. CV joints boot condition
91. Exhaust system
92. Front suspension
93. Rear suspension
94. Steering components
95. Wheel bolts torqued to specifications
96. Tire-changing equipment (including spare)
97. Drive belts are tight and not damaged
98. Engine hoses
99. Emission system hoses
100. State/local testing
101. DRBIII® diagnostic scan/trouble codes
Appearance Standards
Exterior Condition
102. Body panels
103. Fascias
104. Bumpers
105. Decals/emblems/trim pieces in place
106. Glass/lamp covers
107. Wheel/wheel covers
108. Bed/bedliner
Interior Condition
109. Instrument panel
110. Door panels
111. Seating
112. Headliner/package tray
113. Luggage compartment
114. Carpet/mats/floor mats
Detail Standards
Exterior Detailing
115. Clean engine compartment
116. Touch up/recondition minor surface scratches
117. Remove tar, bugs and road oil
118. Exterior wash and wax
119. Dress tires
120. Wipe down all door jambs
Interior Detailing
121. Clean ashtray/cigarette lighter
122. Clean vinyl, plastic and leather surfaces
123. Clean glass surfaces
124. Vacuum and/or shampoo all interior carpets
125. Free of odors/moisture and water leaks
*Certified to the Federal Regulations that allow less forceful front air bags. Always use seat belts. Children 12 and under should always be in backseat correctly using an infant or child restraint system, or a seat belt positioned correctly for the child's age and size.
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