Lease End Test 3

Exterior wear

Normal
N/A
Excess
Absent or nonfunctional exterior parts are chargeable in all instances

Normal

  • Individual instances of damage over 2 inches if the cost to repair does not exceed $100
  • Scratches that can be buffed out during reconditioning
  • Single instances of damage 2 inches or less in diameter, excluding hail damage and punctures

Excess

  • Excess overspray, conspicuous sanding/grinding marks, uneven texture or poor color match greater than 2 inches in diameter
  • One or more occurrences of body, bumper or molding damage greater than 2 inches in size
  • Punctures or cracks to painted surfaces that will exceed $100 to repair
  • All substandard repair or damage that compromises the safety or structural integrity of the vehicle
  • Any defect that reduces market appeal or impairs vehicle appearance
  • Damaged chrome bumpers

Normal
Cracks, stars or stone chips 1/2 inch or less in diameter
Excess
Damage greater than 1/2 inch in diameter or any hole

Normal
Cracks 2 inches or less
Excess
Cracks exceeding 2 inches

Normal
N/A
Excess

  • Incomplete or subpar repairs
  • Any vehicle system/mechanical failure caused by noncompliance with manufacturer’s recommended maintenance program
  • Broken or malfunctioning equipment
  • Any replacement component that fails to meet manufacturer’s specifications

Normal

  • Tread of at least 1/8 inch when measured at the shallowest point
  • Tire type, size and brand must match and comply with manufacturer’s recommendations

Excess

  • Tires in any condition that represent a risk to driver/passenger safety, including cuts, sidewall plugs and gouges
  • Non-matching brands or improper tire sizes
  • Studded tires

Normal
Scuffs or minor nicks to wheels or wheel covers
Excess

  • Cracked, bent, mismatched or broken wheels or wheel covers
  • Wheels/wheel covers that are not original equipment or of equal quality, function and design

Normal
N/A
Excess

  • Any modification to the vehicle’s performance components, suspension or fuel system
  • Any change to paint color, non-factory paint scheme or wrapping
  • Engraved, etched or tinted glass that represents a risk to driver/passenger safety, is of poor quality or is outside legal regulations
  • Spray-on bed liners not installed by originating dealer
  • This list is for reference only and may not specify all instances of chargeable vehicle modifications
  • Tow hitches not installed by your originating dealer

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