Tires
Brakes
Mechanical & Underhood
Accessories
Structural
100

This is the minimum main tread depth allowed by CarMax Standards.

What is 4/32"?

100

You are measuring a disc brake pad with a mechanical wear indicator. This is the the minimum amount of friction material allowed, measured from the backing or rivets.

What is 4/32"?

100

True or False: CarMax does not retail vehicles with structural damage. 

True.

200

Per CarMax standards, a tire must be replaced if the DOT number cannot be interpreted, or if the tire is older than _________ years.

What is 10 years?

200

True or False: Following the steps of the "Brake Inspection Decision Guide" to determine whether the caliper needs to be removed. There is a visible difference in thickness between the inboard and outboard pads on that wheel, therefore the caliper must be removed.

True: This condition indicates possible a possible restriction in caliper and/or pad movement.

200

You are working in the Mechanical Inspection station and discover the presence of some or all of the following: sand/silt, silt lines, rusty bolts, and/or a musty smell. These are all signs of what type of damage?

What is flood damage?

200

This overhead aftermarket accessory is grounds for a immediate kick to Wholesale.

What is an aftermarket sunroof?

200

Transport tie down tears that do not cross a pre-existing bend in the rail, or are less than or equal to this length are deemed acceptable by CarMax General Structural Standards. 

What is 1 inch?

300

In the absence of any OE specifications, this is the maximum tread depth variation allowed across tires on an AWD/4WD vehicle.

What is 3/32"?

300

When inspecting a brake pad, 3/32" is the maximum amount of ________ allowed if the specification is not listed in Mitchell.

What is taper?

300

Accessories that perform a mechanical function AND enhance vehicle appearance must meet both our Mechanical AND __________ Standards.

What are Cosmetic?

400

True or False: Current model year and vehicles that retail for $18,500 and over must have the same tire (matching brand, size & model) on all 4 wheels

False: Current model year and vehicles that retail for $25,000 and over must have the same tire (matching brand, size & model) on all 4 wheels

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