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Delivery checklist
- Thread starter Nanadukes14
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Assembled from various check lists on the Internet plus some additions:
Model 3 Delivery Check List
Main
Compare the actual VIN with the VIN on your paperwork (physical and in the car)
Ensure correct color and wheels and dual motor
Inspect the entire vehicle for damage
Inspect wheels, rims and underside for damage in transportation (check next to the jack points)
Check all glass surfaces for cracks or misalignment
Surfaces (and underside) are free of scuffs, marks, abrasions, or smudges (dash, consoler, screen)
Paint is not scratched or “folded”, runs, drips – also in hidden places, and chromes
All panels are aligned & flush, no huge gaps or misalignments
Consistent gaps, alignment of tail lights, charge port, trunk to light, hood, head lights, bumpers
Open and close all doors, the trunk, and the frunk to make sure they are functioning properly
Look for any error messages on the main display screen
Sit in all seats in the car and look around
Plug and ensure car is receiving a charge
Check that the App works
Ask to double check and make sure that your car is listed as “delivered” in the Tesla network.
Both key cards work on the B-pillar
Fit & Finish
Frunk gap/sag, makes sure its no more than 4mm
Front and rear lights are flush with hood/trunk/panels
Glass roof panels are aligned and show no sign of potential leaks
Front/Rear lights are free of condensation
Inspect seat upholstery, stiches, carpets, and headliners for damage and/ or stains
Glass roof panels are aligned
Interior liner is properly sealed & not “hanging”
Charge port door sits flush and moves freely, opens consistently
Check all seat belts to ensure they are working properly
Rear seats fold down properly
Test the driver and passenger doors emergency release function
Open and close all four windows
Both front door emergency handles work
Both front seats don’t squeak when moving (check all directions of motion) OR folding (for rear)
Side mirrors make minimal noise when shifting from state to state
Doors open from inside
Accessories
Accessories under frunk mat are present
Check the following items in your mobile charging kit to ensure that they are working properly:
o NEMA 240v adapter
o Generation 2 mobile connector and cable
o J1772 adapter
Owner’s manual in the glovebox
Tow hook
Emergency kit
Make sure that there is a towing eye under the mat in the frunk
Other
Test the windshield wipers
Check to ensure the rear-view camera works
Turn on the sound system and make sure all speakers are working
Test the steering wheel controls to make sure they are functioning properly
All front & rear lights work (emergency, turn signals, brakes, hi-beams/fog,
up/down adjustment from touch screen)
Press the horn in the center of the steering wheel down to test
Check the rear-view mirrors to ensure the controls are functional and they fold properly
Steering wheel adjustments
Seats adjustments
Check glove box opens
Check Radio and streaming
Pair your phone(s) to your car using the Bluetooth system and make sure you can play audio
Test both key cards to ensure they are functioning properly
USB ports front/rear and 12v ports
After turning your car on, listen for any strange sounds.
All windows go up/down without noise or issues, no black “goop”
Make sure AC/Heat works at full power without strange noises – front and rear, all vents, seat warmers
All interior button functionality works, especially dome lights & emergency
Phone bluetooth connectivity as primary key works
All phone app functions work (unlocking, preconditioning, etc)
Each of the Mobile Connector adapters charge, latch and unlatch
Make sure both AC and DC plugs work
Microphone picks up good audio (call a friend with the Model 3 dialer)
All speakers emit sound, no audio “clipping”
Model 3 Delivery Check List
Main
Compare the actual VIN with the VIN on your paperwork (physical and in the car)
Ensure correct color and wheels and dual motor
Inspect the entire vehicle for damage
Inspect wheels, rims and underside for damage in transportation (check next to the jack points)
Check all glass surfaces for cracks or misalignment
Surfaces (and underside) are free of scuffs, marks, abrasions, or smudges (dash, consoler, screen)
Paint is not scratched or “folded”, runs, drips – also in hidden places, and chromes
All panels are aligned & flush, no huge gaps or misalignments
Consistent gaps, alignment of tail lights, charge port, trunk to light, hood, head lights, bumpers
Open and close all doors, the trunk, and the frunk to make sure they are functioning properly
Look for any error messages on the main display screen
Sit in all seats in the car and look around
Plug and ensure car is receiving a charge
Check that the App works
Ask to double check and make sure that your car is listed as “delivered” in the Tesla network.
Both key cards work on the B-pillar
Fit & Finish
Frunk gap/sag, makes sure its no more than 4mm
Front and rear lights are flush with hood/trunk/panels
Glass roof panels are aligned and show no sign of potential leaks
Front/Rear lights are free of condensation
Inspect seat upholstery, stiches, carpets, and headliners for damage and/ or stains
Glass roof panels are aligned
Interior liner is properly sealed & not “hanging”
Charge port door sits flush and moves freely, opens consistently
Check all seat belts to ensure they are working properly
Rear seats fold down properly
Test the driver and passenger doors emergency release function
Open and close all four windows
Both front door emergency handles work
Both front seats don’t squeak when moving (check all directions of motion) OR folding (for rear)
Side mirrors make minimal noise when shifting from state to state
Doors open from inside
Accessories
Accessories under frunk mat are present
Check the following items in your mobile charging kit to ensure that they are working properly:
o NEMA 240v adapter
o Generation 2 mobile connector and cable
o J1772 adapter
Owner’s manual in the glovebox
Tow hook
Emergency kit
Make sure that there is a towing eye under the mat in the frunk
Other
Test the windshield wipers
Check to ensure the rear-view camera works
Turn on the sound system and make sure all speakers are working
Test the steering wheel controls to make sure they are functioning properly
All front & rear lights work (emergency, turn signals, brakes, hi-beams/fog,
up/down adjustment from touch screen)
Press the horn in the center of the steering wheel down to test
Check the rear-view mirrors to ensure the controls are functional and they fold properly
Steering wheel adjustments
Seats adjustments
Check glove box opens
Check Radio and streaming
Pair your phone(s) to your car using the Bluetooth system and make sure you can play audio
Test both key cards to ensure they are functioning properly
USB ports front/rear and 12v ports
After turning your car on, listen for any strange sounds.
All windows go up/down without noise or issues, no black “goop”
Make sure AC/Heat works at full power without strange noises – front and rear, all vents, seat warmers
All interior button functionality works, especially dome lights & emergency
Phone bluetooth connectivity as primary key works
All phone app functions work (unlocking, preconditioning, etc)
Each of the Mobile Connector adapters charge, latch and unlatch
Make sure both AC and DC plugs work
Microphone picks up good audio (call a friend with the Model 3 dialer)
All speakers emit sound, no audio “clipping”
smcginnis
Travel in the time of Covid
smcginnis
Travel in the time of Covid
I saw how Tesla sales are dropping in Norway. Someone tweeted that Norwegians are unwilling to trade build quality for “two seconds of acceleration and fart noises.” Have they gotten a handle in quality control yet?
I had cancelled my order because of all the poor quality reports and the difficulties owners are having getting rectification appointments. I would like to replace it when I know I won’t have to make repeated trips for service.
I had cancelled my order because of all the poor quality reports and the difficulties owners are having getting rectification appointments. I would like to replace it when I know I won’t have to make repeated trips for service.
Unfortunately it's not getting better yet. I've rejected two so far. This is my findings for the first. Didn't even bother with the second, as the paint had scratches and dings all over and would need part replacements or repainting.
I actually test drove one pre covid shut down Q1 and it was perfect! Post factory reopening Q2 seem to be the ones with issues.
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smcginnis
Travel in the time of Covid
What were the VIN ranges of the two you declined? I’m curious how far the new VINs have come.
smcginnis
Travel in the time of Covid
I was very concerned and busy with these quality issues before getting my M3. Did a lot of research, made check lists and indeed found a few issue. Have to say that at the end, the issues are not a big deal and few thousands kilometers later, I am very happy with the car. Tesla's probably have lots of fit and finish issues, but they are still fantastic cars. Don't waste your time on this.
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