What does GM Certified mean and what is the 12/12 Warranty?

For those of you out there who might be wondering what exactly GM Certified means and how it pertains to you, we’ve put together a blog to show you just that! Be sure to scroll down and take a look at what exactly is included in the rigorous 117 point inspection.

What Is GM Certified?
To even be considered for the GM Certified program, a vehicle must be 2004 or newer, with less than 75,000 miles.
GM Certified Used Vehicles are available at Hank Graff Chevrolet Davison.

100,000-Mile/5-Year Powertrain Limited Warranty*
12-Month/12,000-Mile** Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty
117-Point Inspection
Vehicle History Report
Largest Selection of Certified Used Vehicles
*Whichever comes first from original in-service date. Some 2004 models will not be eligible based on their in-service date. See your dealer for limited warranty details.

**Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.
Courtesy Transportation and Roadside Assistance are only available only for term of warranty.

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100,000-Mile/5-Year* Powertrain
Limited Warranty

Now, when you purchase a 2004 through 2009 model year GM Certified Used Vehicle, it comes with a transferable 100,000-Mile/5-Year* Powertrain Limited Warranty with no deductible. It’s a whole new level of value, confidence and protection.

Transferable to subsequent owners
$0 deductible

Roadside assistance and courtesy transportation?
We also offer 24-hour roadside assistance and courtesy transportation for the life of your 100,000-Mile/5-Year* Powertrain Limited Warranty (based on original in-service date). Around the clock and around the country, your GM Certified Used Vehicle comes with helping hands.

*Whichever comes first from original in-service date. Some 2004 models will not be eligible based on their in-service date. See your dealer for limited warranty details. For the life of the warranty.

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117-Point Inspection
All GM Certified Used Vehicles must undergo our rigorous 117-Point inspection process. Conducted by GM-trained technicians, each inspection is required to adhere to strict, factory-set standards to ensure that every vehicle’s engine, chassis and body is in excellent condition.

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GM Certified Used Vehicle 117-Point Inspection
*Not every inspection point available on every model

ROAD TEST
1.CHECK VEHICLE HISTORY (GM VIS) AND CARFAX (VHR) OR SIMILAR
2.CHECK FOR OPEN SAFETY CAMPAIGNS
3.OWNERS MANUAL/WARRANTY BOOKLET PRESENT
4.SEAT BELTS/RETRACTORS/AIR BAGS (WEAR, OPERATION)
5.MIRRORS (OPERATION, HEAT, INSIDE-OUTSIDE)
6.INDICATOR LIGHTS/GAUGES/WARNING TONES (OPERATION, LIGHTS, CLOCK)
7.ENGINE START/IDLE (COLD, WARM)
8.ENGINE OPERATION/PERFORMANCE/ACCELERATION (AT NORMAL TEMP.)
9.SHIFTING/AUTOMATIC/MANUAL (TRANSMISSION, CLUTCH)
10.ANTI-SKID/TRACTION CONTROL (OPERATION)
11.BRAKING/ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (STRAIGHT STOP/ANTI-LOCK OPERATION IF EQUIPPED)
12.STEERING/ALIGNMENT (EASE, NOISE, STEERING WHEEL CENTERED, ALIGNMENT)
13.BODY/CHASSIS INTEGRITY (NOISE/VIBRATION/HARSHNESS)
14.TRANSFER CASE (OPERATION, F/RWD, 4W, AWD)
15.CRUISE CONTROL (HOLD, ACCELERATION, CANCEL)
16.WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (OPERATION/BLADES WIPE CLEAN W/O STREAKS)
17.SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER (OPERATIONAL)
18.TILT-WHEEL/TELESCOPING (OPERATION)
19.HEATER/AIR CONDITIONING (BLOWER, CONTROLS)
20.HORN (OPERATION, FUNCTION)
21.CONFIRM AUTO STOP & AUTO RESTART (HYBRID ONLY)
FUNCTIONAL
22.ONSTAR (OPERATIONAL)
23.KEY(S)/KEY FOB/REMOTE START (FUNCTIONAL)
24.REAR DEFOGGER (OPERATION)
25.LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (SPARE, AIR PRESSURE, TOOLS)
26.CONVERTIBLE TOP/BOOT COVER (OPERATION, CONDITION)
27.INTERIOR LIGHTS (MAP LIGHTS/DASH LIGHTS)
28.EXTERIOR LIGHTS/FOG LAMPS (HEADLIGHTS, DRLS, BRAKE AND HIGH MOUNT)
29.DOORS/DOOR LOCKS (POWER LOCK OPERATION)
30.WEATHER STRIPPING (CONDITION)
31.SEATS/CHILD SAFETY SEATS & MOUNTINGS (OPERATION, HEAT)
32.FUEL DOOR/TRUNK/HOOD/HATCH RELEASE (OPERATION)
33.WINDOWS/POWER/SWING-OUT (OPERATION, ALL SWITCHES-FULL TRAVEL)
34.ALARM/TELEPHONE (OPERATION, REMOTE)
35.POWER OUTLET(S)/CIGARETTE LIGHTER (OPERATION, LIGHTER)
36.PARKING BRAKE (OPERATION)
37.SUN/MOON ROOF (OPERATION, CONDITION, NO LEAKS)
38.OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES/OFF-ROAD/ROOF MARKER LAMPS (OPERATION)
39.AUDIO SYSTEM/XM RADIO (OPERATION, RADIO, TAPE, CD, SPEAKERS, ANTENNA)
40.NAVIGATION SYSTEM OPERATION AND DVD PRESENT (OPERATION)
UNDER HOOD
41.VISUAL (LOOSE/MISSING COMPONENTS, LEAKS, LABELS, DECALS)
42.ELECTRICAL SYSTEM/BATTERY/STARTER (BATTERY, CABLES, BELTS, CHARGE)
43.ENGINE COOLING/RADIATOR/FAN/FAN CLUTCH (LEVEL, HOSES, CONDITION)
44.POWER STEERING SYSTEM (LEVEL, PUMP, LINES)
45.BRAKE SYSTEM (FLUID LEVEL, MASTER CYLINDER, LINES)
46.IGNITION SYSTEM (WIRES, CONDITION, ROUTING)
47.FUEL SYSTEM (LINES, LEAKS, CONNECTION)
48.VACUUM SYSTEM (HOSES, CONDITION)
49.A/C COMPRESSOR/DRIVE BELT (OPERATION, CONDITION)
50.BELTS/SERPENTINE (TENSION, WEAR)
UNDER VEHICLE
51.VISUAL (BODY, LOWER BODY, UNDERBODY)
52.FRAME (NO SIGNS OF PREVIOUS REPAIR/DAMAGE)
53.EXHAUST SYSTEM (PIPES, CONVERTER, MUFFLER, SHIELDING)
54.BRAKE PADS, SHOES (CONDITION, LINING)
55.CALIPERS, ROTORS, DRUMS (CONDITION)
56.BRAKE HYDRAULICS (LEVEL, LINES, HOSES)
57.TIRES (TREAD DEPTH, TYPE, SIZE, MATCHING BRAND, NO PLUGS, PSI)
58.WHEELS/LUG NUT TORQUE/TIRE PSI (OEM, MATCHING BRAND/TYPE)
59.SHOCK ABSORBERS/STRUTS (OPERATION, LEAKS, ETC.)
60.SPRINGS/SWAY BARS/TOW HOOK (MOUNT, BUSHINGS, TORQUE TO SPECS, ETC.)
61.CONTROL ARMS (CONDITION, MOUNT, BUSHINGS)
62.STEERING/LINKAGE (TIE ROD/ENDS, LINKAGE)
63.ENGINE/TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE & MOUNTING (LEAKS)
64.CLUTCH (ADJUST FLUID LEVEL)
65.DRIVELINE/DRIVESHAFT/AXLES/UNIVERSAL JOINTS (CONDITION, OPERATION)
66.AXLES/DIFFERENTIALS/AIR SUSPENSION AND COMPRESSOR (LEAKS, CV JOINTS)
67.GEAR/RACK & PINION (LEAKS, MOUNTING)
68.PARKING BRAKE CABLE (CONDITION, OPERATION, FRAYING)
EXTERIOR
69.UNDER HOOD (FINISH, INSULATION, DECALS)
70.FRONT BUMPER (FASCIA, GUARDS, FINISH)
71.GRILLE (HEADLIGHTS, OTHER LIGHTS, EMBLEMS)
72.HOOD (EMBLEMS, FINISH, CHIPS, TRIM, ALIGNMENT)
73.LEFT FRONT FENDER (FINISH, TRIM)
74.LEFT FRONT DOOR (FINISH, TRIM, ALIGNMENT, EASE OF MOVEMENT)
75.LEFT REAR DOOR (FINISH, TRIM, ALIGNMENT, EASE OF MOVEMENT)
76.LEFT REAR FENDER (FINISH, TRIM)
77.TRUNK LID/TRUCK BED/BEDLINER (FINISH, TRIM)
78.REAR BUMPER (FASCIA, GUARDS, FINISH)
79.RIGHT REAR FENDER (FINISH, TRIM)
80.RIGHT REAR DOOR (FINISH, TRIM, ALIGNMENT, EASE OF MOVEMENT)
81.RIGHT FRONT DOOR (FINISH, TRIM, ALIGNMENT, EASE OF MOVEMENT)
82.RIGHT FRONT FENDER (FINISH, TRIM)
83.ROOF (FINISH, TRIM)
84.GLASS (CRACKS, CHIPS, SCRATCHES, PITTING)
85.WHEELS/WHEELCOVERS/TRIM RINGS/CENTER CAPS (SCRATCHES, PITTING)
INTERIOR
86.INSTRUMENT PANEL/COMPASS (CONDITION, CONTROLS)
87.CLOCK/TIMER (CHECK, RESET)
88.DRIVER/PASSENGER SEATS/HEAD RESTS (CUSHIONS, TRIM, SAFETY BELT OPERATION)
89.REAR SEAT/HEAD RESTS (CUSHIONS, TRIM, CONDITION, OPERATION, SAFETY BELT OPERATION)
90.HEATED/COOLED SEAT (OPERATION)
91.DRIVER DOOR (CONTROLS, TRIM, CONDITION)
92.FRONT PASSENGER DOOR (CUSHIONS, TRIM, CONDITION)
93.FRONT CARPET & FLOOR MATS (PRESENCE, CONDITION, WEAR)
94.CONSOLE/COMPARTMENT LID FRONT & REAR (OPERATION, CONDITION)
95.LEFT REAR DOOR/QUARTER TRIM (CONTROLS, TRIM, CONDITION)
96.RIGHT REAR DOOR/QUARTER TRIM (CONTROLS, TRIM, CONDITION)
97.REAR CARPET & MATS (PRESENCE, CONDITION, WEAR)
98.HEADLINER/OVERHEAD CONSOLE/VISORS (CONDITION, OPERATION)
99.LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT/CARGO AREA/SPARE TIRE (TRIM, JACK, LIGHT TOOLS,CARGO NET/SHADE)
100.PACKAGE TRAY (CONDITION)
MAINTAINANCE
101.LUBE, CHANGE OIL AND FILTER REQUIRED
102.INSPECT/CLEAN AIR FILTER/ CABIN FILTER
103.INSPECT/CHANGE ALL OTHER FILTERS (PER MANUFACTURER’S SCHEDULE )
104.INSPECT/TOP-OFF FLUIDS (COOL, BRAKE, STEERING, TRANS., DIFF., WASHER)
105.EMISSION/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (MEET STATE AND LOCAL STDS.)
106.FUEL LEVEL (RECOMMEND FULL TANK)
INTERIOR DETAILING
107.CLEAN INSTRUMENT PANEL/COVER PAD SURFACE/ASHTRAYS/PACKAGE SHELF
108.VACUUM AND CLEAN CARPET/TRUNK/PASSENGER COMPARTMENT/CARGO AREA
109.CLEAN GLASS SURFACES
110.CLEAN HEADLINER/SEATS/INTERIOR CLOTH TRIM
EXTERIOR DETAILING
111.CLEAN ENGINE/COMPARTMENT
112.RECONDITION/TOUCH-UP MINOR SURFACE SCRATCHES
113.REMOVE TAR AND ROAD OIL
114.WASH/WAX (BODY, WHEELS/COVERS, TIRES)
HYBRID VEHICLES
115.HYBRID BATTERY (INSPECT AIR INTAKE)
116.BATTERY ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (CHECK USING SCAN TOOL)
117.STARTER/GENERATOR CONTROL MODULE (CHECK FOR CODES AND SOFTWARE UPDATES)

Vehicle History Report
We offer a detailed vehicle history report for every vehicle we sell-so you don’t have to worry about major problems like accidents, fires or hidden titles. We use AutoCheck here at Hank Graff Chevrolet

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Largest Selection Of Certified
Used Vehicles in the Country

GM Certified Used Vehicles is proud to offer you the largest selection of certified used vehicles in the country from over 3,500 GM Certified Dealers. From trucks to SUV’s to sedans to coupes, we’ve got the award-winning vehicle you’ve been dreaming of.

Some of our most recent awards:

The Chevrolet Malibu was named 2008 North American Car of the Year at the North American International Auto Show. That award is given and judged by automotive journalists.

The new Chevrolet Malibu and Silverado led the midsize car and large pickup segments in the 2008 J. D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Pontiac Grand Prix also received the highest ranking in the large car segment in the study.

In 2008, R.L. Polk & Co., awarded General Motors the Overall Manufacturer award for owner loyalty for a record eighth consecutive year. GM also secured owner loyalty awards for the Chevrolet Suburban, Silverado and Impala and Pontiac Solstice for the 2007 model year.

GM is the only U.S.-based company offering a B-class (subcompact) car, the Chevy Aveo. The Pontiac G3 joins the Aveo in 2009.

The 2007 Chevy Silverado was named the 2007 Motor Trend Truck of the Year as well as the North American Truck of the Year at the 2007 North American International Auto Show.

And GM offers 18 vehicles with an EPA highway fuel economy rating of 30 mpg or better, more than any competitor, domestic or import.

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The GM Certified Used
12-Month/12,000-Mile*
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty.

Our competition can’t match our coverage. And when you add in the 100,000-Mile/5-Year** Powertrain Limited Warranty, it only gets better. Enjoy further protection for your vehicle and greater peace of mind for you. Start shopping now.

*Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.

**Whichever comes first from original in-service date, 2004 through 2009 models only. Some 2004 models will not be eligible based on their in-service date. See your dealer for limited warranty details.

October Service Specials @ Hank Graff Chevy in Davison!!

October Service Savings at Hank Graff Davison
CLAY’S GARAGE SPECIALS

HANK GRAFF
DAVISON SPECIALS

Bronze oil change, greese job&oil; filter change. Free 19 point inspection! Up to 5 quarts of oil. Excludes Diesels and Synthetic Oil.

EXPIRES 10/31/09

(by appointment only)

$9.95
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON
WILD CARD

10% Discount on repairs or services of your chioce. EXPIRES 10/31/2009
Doe’s not apply to Menu’s, oil changes or any other discounted offers. Minimum purchase of $150 required.
(Valid with Coupon only)

25% OFF
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON SHUTTLE SERVICE

Do you need a ride to or from Hank Graff to drop off or
pick up your vehicle?

(Call to schedule an appointment)

Up to 20 miles radius

FREE
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HANK GRAFF
DAVISON CHECK
ENGINE LIGHT

Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Light/ABS/Tire Monitor Light.

Diagnostic check
while you wait

FREE
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON GM HIGH PERFORMANCE PARTS

Inquire about more “HORSE POWER” and installation on GM’s High Performance parts.

*Parts are special ordered*

25% OFF
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON
BRAKE INSPECTION

Come in for a “FREE” Brake Inspection and Tire Rotation.
Valid with coupon only and
not to be combined with any other special offers.

EXPIRES 10/31/2009

FREE
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HANK GRAFF
DAVISON RECALL CHECK-UP

Bring your vehicle in for a recall check-up. We will run a check on your vehicle for any current recalls.

Most Updates can be performed while you wait!

FREE
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON NITROGEN REFILL

Would you like to increase your tire life, ride, quality and fuel economy?

Then have your tires filled with NITROGEN and enjoy all of these benefits!

ONLY $15.95
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON

Did you know that
we sell Tires?

Check out our competitive pricing on all brands of tires!

Purchase (4) tires and receive “FREE”
ROTATIONS and NITROGEN filling for the
life time of the tires.
Call for pricing or visit us soon!
GM 30 DAY PRICE MATCH
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HANK GRAFF
DAVISON BRAKE SPECIAL

Perform front or rear brake service, using AC Delco Durashop Cermic Pads. Limited lifetime warranty on replacement pads.
(Some vehicles are excluded&not to be combined with other offers)

**Maching of rotors&drums are extra**

$99.95
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON
WINDSHIELD CHIP REPAIR

Get your windshield chips repaired for “FREE” while you wait! Stop those chips from turning into cracks.
(Through most Insurance Companies)

FREE
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HANK GRAFF DAVISON POT HOLE SPECIAL

Help maintain the new car feel and increase your tire life with our complete inspection and front end alignment.

(Valid with coupon only, call for an appointment)
$29.95

HankGraffDavison.com Launches New Website to Provide New Chevrolet and Used car Buyers The Best On-line Experience Available

October 26, 2009 – Davison, Mi. – HankGraffDavison.com, one of the nation’s top sellers of new Chevrolet’s and Used Vehicles, today announced the launch of its new automotive marketing website. Hank Graff Chevrolet in Davison Michigan has partnered with Dealer.com as it’s website provider. Dealer.com is the global leader in on-line marketing solutions for the automotive industry. Celebrating its 95th year of serving Americas need for new and used vehicles and providing award winning service, Hank Graff continues to step out ahead of the competition by complementing the best and brightest employees in the industry with the best tools available to them.

Central to the four month development of the website was the goal of presenting to the public a simple and direct appearance that is easily navigated by the consumer while maintaining the integrity of the powerful tools provided by Dealer.com and being able to utilize them effectively to the benefit of our customers.

HankGraffDavison.com, while in the business of selling and servicing vehicles has never forgotten the communities which it serves. The all new HankGraffDavison.com also provides a platform to better reach out to the community. Since its original launch date of August 26, 2009, HankGraffDavison.com has been able to help make the community aware of various events such as “October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month”…Space was set aside in several locations on the website advising the public of the availability of free screenings.

The “nuts and bolts” of the site features: Live Chat Sessions,a live conversation with a well informed inventory specialist, free AUTOCHECK,vehicle history reports on every used vehicle, CARFINDER, a unique tool for consumers to help us find the right vehicle for them, Order Parts On-line from the comfort of your home, Schedule Service Appointments, Receive OnStar Service Alerts, Video and Audio presentations of our New and Used inventory, Online Finance Applications, and more…..

In keeping with our motto “Making Friends Since 1914″, HankGraffDavison.com continues to reach out to its customers and provide them with the most informative, easiest to navigate, technologically advanced website in the industry.