# Printable Car Care and Moving Checklists

> Printable pre-purchase inspection, seasonal car care and U-Haul move checklists are being prepared. Use the web versions now and print from your browser.

Source: https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/media/downloads/  
Last updated: 2026-09-17  
Business: Goodyear Elite Tire Upland, 1775 W Foothill Blvd, Upland, CA 91786, (909) 608-7699

**TL;DR:** Three **printable checklists** are being prepared: a **pre-purchase inspection** list, a seasonal car care list and a **U-Haul move** list. Web versions print now.

Goodyear Elite Tire Upland is preparing three printable checklists: a pre-purchase inspection checklist for used car buyers, a seasonal vehicle care checklist, and a U-Haul move checklist. Until the files are ready, the web versions of each print cleanly from your browser and contain the same core items.

## What will the pre-purchase inspection checklist include?

This one-page list is for anyone looking at a used car or truck. It will be laid out so you can take it to a showing and tick items as you go.

- Exterior, panel gaps, paint and rust
- Tire tread, wear pattern and date codes
- Fluid levels and visible leaks
- Warning lights at start-up
- A short test drive checklist: brakes, steering, noises, AC
- Questions to ask the seller
- A reminder that an inspection is not a warranty

**Use it now:** [pre-purchase inspection checklist](https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/resources/ppi-checklist/).

## What will the seasonal checklist include?

This list is built around the local seasons: long summer heat, back-to-school traffic, the first rain and a quiet spring.

- **Before summer:** battery test, AC, coolant, cold tire pressure, cabin filter
- **Before school traffic:** tires, brakes, lights, rotation
- **Before the first rain:** wipers, tread, defroster
- **Spring:** AC check, belts and hoses, cabin filter
- A column for what can wait until the next oil change

**Use it now:** [seasonal vehicle care](https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/resources/seasonal-vehicle-care/).

## What will the U-Haul move checklist include?

This list covers the rental side of a move, from choosing a size to returning the truck.

- Measure your largest items
- Choose truck, van or trailer size
- Call (909) 608-7699 to reserve, early for month-end dates
- For towing: hitch, ball size and lights
- Pickup walkaround: fuel, cleanliness, lights, existing marks
- Loading order: heavy items forward and low
- Return walkaround: fuel level matched, items removed

**Use it now:** [U-Haul size guide](https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/resources/guides/uhaul-size/).

## How should you use the inspection checklist at a showing?

Ask the seller to let the car sit cold before you arrive, so you can hear a true cold start. Walk around it in daylight. Go through the checklist in order: outside, tires, under the hood, inside, then the test drive. Take photos of anything that looks off.

Do not rush to finish every box. The point is to decide whether the car is worth a professional inspection. If several items look wrong, you may save the inspection cost by walking away. If most look fine, book the inspection before you pay, and bring your notes and photos.

## How do you print the web versions now?

Open the page, then use your browser's print command. On most computers, that is Ctrl+P or Command+P. On a phone, use the share menu and choose print. The site's print layout hides menus and buttons so the checklist fits on fewer pages.

You can also save the page as a PDF from the print dialog and keep it on your phone for a car showing or moving day.

## What will the downloads not be?

The checklists help you notice things. They do not replace an inspection by a technician, and ticking every box does not mean a car is problem-free. The pre-purchase checklist in particular will state that limit plainly.

For a professional look, book [pre-purchase inspections](https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/services/pre-purchase-inspections/) or a [seasonal check](https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/specials/seasonal-ready-bundle/).

## Will there be other downloads?

Possibly. A simple maintenance log and a fleet vehicle checklist are ideas under consideration. They will only be added once they are written, checked by the shop and useful on their own.

If you would like a specific checklist, email hello@goodyearelitetireupland.com and tell us what you would use it for.

## What extra items go on the list for a used truck?

Trucks and SUVs that towed or hauled wear in places a commuter car does not. The printable version will carry a short add-on block for them.

- **Frame and bed:** rust, bent crossmembers, fresh undercoating over damage
- **Hitch:** receiver condition, wiring plug, signs of heavy use
- **Springs and shocks:** sagging rear, leaking shocks, uneven ride height
- **Tires:** load range that matches the truck, even wear across all four
- **4WD:** engagement in both ranges on the test drive, no clunks
- **Transmission:** fluid color and smell, smooth shifts under load

Ask the seller how and what the truck towed. Then have a technician look at it on a lift, since frame and driveline problems hide underneath.

## Why does the seasonal list focus on heat?

Around the foothills, summer is the hardest season on a car. Heat weakens batteries, pushes cooling systems and AC to their limits, and raises tire pressure on hot pavement. Freeway stop-and-go on the I-10 and SR-210 and long downhill grades add brake heat on top of that.

Rain is rare, which is why the list gives it its own line. Wipers dry out and worn tread goes unnoticed for months, then the first storm finds both. The printable list will put the heat checks first and the rain checks in early fall.

## What should you do with the items you checked?

A filled-in checklist is a starting point. Sort what you found into two piles before you call: things that affect stopping, steering or visibility now, and things that can wait for a planned visit.

| You noticed | Pile | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Grinding when braking | Now | Stop driving far and call |
| Tread at or near the wear bars | Now | Book tires soon |
| Warning light flashing | Now | Call before driving further |
| Dusty cabin filter | Can wait | Change at the next service |
| Small oil spots | Can wait | Mention at the next visit |

We confirm each pile at inspection and mark every item as a need or a want. Send a [quote request](https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/contact/request-a-quote/) with your list attached if you want an estimate started.

## Can you get a printed copy from the shop?

The printable files are not finished, so there is no stack at the counter yet. Until they are, print the web version at home or ask at the desk and we can point you to the right page. When the files are ready, they will be posted here and available on request by email.

When you ask, tell us which list you need and how you plan to use it:

- **Buying a used car:** the inspection list, plus the truck add-on if it applies
- **Getting ready for summer:** the seasonal list, heat checks first
- **Planning a move:** the rental list, with the towing lines if you are pulling a trailer
- **Running a few work vehicles:** one seasonal list per vehicle, kept with its records

That way we can point you to the right version and add any notes that fit your situation.

## Frequently asked questions

### Are the checklists free?

Yes. The web versions are free to read and print for personal use, and the printable files will be free too. No sign-up or email address is required.

### Can I bring the checklist to my inspection?

Yes. Bring it along and tell us which items worried you. We check those along with the full inspection and show you photos of what we find.

### Does completing the checklist mean the used car is fine?

No. The checklist helps you spot warning signs, but many problems need a lift, a scan tool and experience to find. A professional inspection is still a good idea, and even that is not a warranty.

### Will the checklists work for trucks and vans?

Yes. The pre-purchase list will include extra items for trucks, such as the hitch, springs and tire load range, and the move list covers towing with your own truck or SUV.

### Can a fleet use the seasonal checklist?

Yes. Print one per vehicle and keep it with the vehicle records. For several vehicles on a shared schedule, the fleet maintenance page explains how the shop sets a regular service rhythm.

### When will the printable files be ready?

When they are written, formatted and checked by the shop. They will appear on this page with an updated date. The web versions work now.

### I found problems on the checklist. Should I still buy the car?

That depends on what you found. Safety items like brakes, tires or warning lights are worth a professional look before any money changes hands. Book a pre-purchase inspection, bring your notes, and decide once you have the photos and the written findings.

## Related pages

- https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/resources/ppi-checklist/
- https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/resources/seasonal-vehicle-care/
- https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/about/resources/guides/uhaul-size/
- https://goodyearelitetireupland.com/contact/book-appointment/

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