I am expected to take MY delivery next week. Is there any checklist that I need to verify before taking delivery.
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Is there a delivery checklist
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First result on google for model y delivery checklist is the one I used and it was decent
NeverGoingBack
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Here’s what I used ……… and there is also an app ….. Inspect T
NEW TESLA CHECKLIST
——- PRE-ACCEPTANCE ——-
A - Verify pre-delivery vehicle records
✓ o Check for the correct full name and address on your paperwork.
✓ o Confirm the vehicle's VIN matches your paperwork.
✓ o Bring written or digital proof of your down payment having been made and the final payment details
✓ o Bring a printed insurance card.
B - Exterior inspection
✓ o Inspect body exterior paint for defects.
✓ o Inspect vehicle underside (front and rear) for signs of scraping, or damage.
✓ o Check for any obvious body panel misalignment, or gaps. Especially the frunk gap, charge port, front and rear lights flush with hood/panels, glass roof panels aligned, no leaks.
✓ o Inspect wheel rims for damage, and that all 4 valve stem covers on tires.
✓ o Inspect all glass for signs of distortion, scratches, or cracks.
✓ o Test all doors to ensure they open and close without unreasonable effort or sound.
✓ o Test opening and closing of the trunk with auto-close button. The door should latch and seal automatically.
✓ o Test opening and closing of the frunk.
✓ o Check for the towing eye under the frunk mat, and that it can be easily removed.
✓ o Check all front and rear exterior lights for signs of internal condensation.
C – In the driver seat
✓ o Check for any error messages on the display screen.
✓ o Touch the "Tesla T" at the top of the screen to bring up the "About Your Tesla" window. Tap the unicorn drawing to access the Sketch Pad. Leave the Sketch Pad up for a minute to make sure there are no phantom touches happening on the display.
✓ o Check all 4 windows to ensure they open and close properly.
✓ o Make sure AC/Heat works at full power without strange noises.
✓ o Check windshield for distorted view.
✓ o Test the windshield wipers.
✓ o Gently test the driver and passenger door emergency release
✓ o Test the steering wheel position controls to ensure proper operation.
✓ o Check the rearview mirror for any warping or distortion.
D – Interior inspection
✓ o Inspect interior seat upholstery, door surfaces, dash, liner & carpets (including rear seats, frunk, and trunk).
✓ o Both front seats don’t squeak when moving (check all directions of motion).
E – Connectivity inspection
✓ o Test both key cards to ensure they work on B-pillar. Keep one key card on your person in case the phone app does not operate properly.
✓ o Test connectivity of wireless phone charger.
F - Lighting inspection
✓ o Headlights(low&high-beam).
✓ o Front park lights.
✓ o Front turn signal lights, Left & right side turn signal lights.
✓ o Rear turn signal lights
✓ Rear running lights.
✓ o Brakelights.
G - Inspect charging ability
✓ o Check the charge port door for proper operation and alignment.
✓ o Check charge port indicator light.
✓ o Ensure the vehicle will accept a charge.
✓ o Check the mobile charging kit with cable. Test it to ensure it works and each connector charge, latch, unlatch
◦ o J1772 adapter.
✓ o NEMA 5-15 120v adapter.
◦ o Test supercharger onsite.
H – Final items
✓ o Ask your delivery specialist to make sure that your car is marked as DELIVERED in Tesla’s network. There have been reports of cars being delivered and the phone app doesn’t allow log in the following day.
✓ o Make sure you have copies of all paperwork necessary for good documentation of your purchase, including a copy of your signed purchase agreement. If your delivery specialist suggests that you can get your documents electronically on your Tesla account, ask for paper copies you can take with you anyway.
———— At Home ————-
B - Exterior inspection
✓ o Ensure door windows auto-close completely when doors are closed.
✓ o With all doors open, inspect the weather seals around door gaps and windows. NOTE: Some deliveries have reported seals being "overlapped" incorrectly. This is easily fixed by hand in a few seconds, but worth noting.
✓ Check paint in areas such as door hinges, that are not visible when doors are closed.
✓ Check paint in areas that are not visible when frunk and trunk are closed.
✓ Check for proper windshield and windshield trim installation.
✓ o Inspect all edges of the roof glass panel and rear window.
C – In the driver seat
✓ o Test the sound system to ensure all speakers are working (move fade/balance to all four points to verify)
✓ o Press the center of the steering wheel to make sure the vehicle's horn works.
✓ o Test the rearview camera.
✓ o Check side mirrors for proper operation of folding and position adjustment (minimal noise).
✓ o Check sun-visor operation and mirror condition.
D – Interior inspection
✓ o Check the windshield and windows for ripples in the glass.
✓ o Check all seat belts for proper operation.
✓ o Check the rear seats for proper fold-down operation.
✓ o Try to lift the bottom of the back seat to ensure it is securely attached to its base.
✓ o Check left and right clothing hook operation.
E – Connectivity inspection
✓ o Music streaming & phone streaming work, radio reception is good.
✓ o Pair your smartphone to your vehicle over Bluetooth. Check functions work (unlock, precondition, etc)
✓ o Test connectivity in all USB ports (1 USB-A/1 USB-C in the front, 2 USB-C in the rear).
✓ o Check 12 volt DC receptacle has power.
F - Lighting inspection
✓ o Vanity mirror lights.
✓ Front overhead driver & passenger lights.
✓ o Rear overhead left & right sidelights.
✓ o Driver & passenger foot wells, Driver & passenger door pockets
◦ o Rear left & right door pockets.
✓ o Driver & passenger door puddle lights.
✓ o Console middle compartment light, Console rear compartment light.
✓ o All door latch button lights, All door window button lights.
✓ o Steering wheel control lights.
✓ o Glove box light (check glove box opening and closing).
✓ o Frunklight.
✓ o Trunklights(2).
✓ o Foglights.
NEW TESLA CHECKLIST
——- PRE-ACCEPTANCE ——-
A - Verify pre-delivery vehicle records
✓ o Check for the correct full name and address on your paperwork.
✓ o Confirm the vehicle's VIN matches your paperwork.
✓ o Bring written or digital proof of your down payment having been made and the final payment details
✓ o Bring a printed insurance card.
B - Exterior inspection
✓ o Inspect body exterior paint for defects.
✓ o Inspect vehicle underside (front and rear) for signs of scraping, or damage.
✓ o Check for any obvious body panel misalignment, or gaps. Especially the frunk gap, charge port, front and rear lights flush with hood/panels, glass roof panels aligned, no leaks.
✓ o Inspect wheel rims for damage, and that all 4 valve stem covers on tires.
✓ o Inspect all glass for signs of distortion, scratches, or cracks.
✓ o Test all doors to ensure they open and close without unreasonable effort or sound.
✓ o Test opening and closing of the trunk with auto-close button. The door should latch and seal automatically.
✓ o Test opening and closing of the frunk.
✓ o Check for the towing eye under the frunk mat, and that it can be easily removed.
✓ o Check all front and rear exterior lights for signs of internal condensation.
C – In the driver seat
✓ o Check for any error messages on the display screen.
✓ o Touch the "Tesla T" at the top of the screen to bring up the "About Your Tesla" window. Tap the unicorn drawing to access the Sketch Pad. Leave the Sketch Pad up for a minute to make sure there are no phantom touches happening on the display.
✓ o Check all 4 windows to ensure they open and close properly.
✓ o Make sure AC/Heat works at full power without strange noises.
✓ o Check windshield for distorted view.
✓ o Test the windshield wipers.
✓ o Gently test the driver and passenger door emergency release
✓ o Test the steering wheel position controls to ensure proper operation.
✓ o Check the rearview mirror for any warping or distortion.
D – Interior inspection
✓ o Inspect interior seat upholstery, door surfaces, dash, liner & carpets (including rear seats, frunk, and trunk).
✓ o Both front seats don’t squeak when moving (check all directions of motion).
E – Connectivity inspection
✓ o Test both key cards to ensure they work on B-pillar. Keep one key card on your person in case the phone app does not operate properly.
✓ o Test connectivity of wireless phone charger.
F - Lighting inspection
✓ o Headlights(low&high-beam).
✓ o Front park lights.
✓ o Front turn signal lights, Left & right side turn signal lights.
✓ o Rear turn signal lights
✓ Rear running lights.
✓ o Brakelights.
G - Inspect charging ability
✓ o Check the charge port door for proper operation and alignment.
✓ o Check charge port indicator light.
✓ o Ensure the vehicle will accept a charge.
✓ o Check the mobile charging kit with cable. Test it to ensure it works and each connector charge, latch, unlatch
◦ o J1772 adapter.
✓ o NEMA 5-15 120v adapter.
◦ o Test supercharger onsite.
H – Final items
✓ o Ask your delivery specialist to make sure that your car is marked as DELIVERED in Tesla’s network. There have been reports of cars being delivered and the phone app doesn’t allow log in the following day.
✓ o Make sure you have copies of all paperwork necessary for good documentation of your purchase, including a copy of your signed purchase agreement. If your delivery specialist suggests that you can get your documents electronically on your Tesla account, ask for paper copies you can take with you anyway.
———— At Home ————-
B - Exterior inspection
✓ o Ensure door windows auto-close completely when doors are closed.
✓ o With all doors open, inspect the weather seals around door gaps and windows. NOTE: Some deliveries have reported seals being "overlapped" incorrectly. This is easily fixed by hand in a few seconds, but worth noting.
✓ Check paint in areas such as door hinges, that are not visible when doors are closed.
✓ Check paint in areas that are not visible when frunk and trunk are closed.
✓ Check for proper windshield and windshield trim installation.
✓ o Inspect all edges of the roof glass panel and rear window.
C – In the driver seat
✓ o Test the sound system to ensure all speakers are working (move fade/balance to all four points to verify)
✓ o Press the center of the steering wheel to make sure the vehicle's horn works.
✓ o Test the rearview camera.
✓ o Check side mirrors for proper operation of folding and position adjustment (minimal noise).
✓ o Check sun-visor operation and mirror condition.
D – Interior inspection
✓ o Check the windshield and windows for ripples in the glass.
✓ o Check all seat belts for proper operation.
✓ o Check the rear seats for proper fold-down operation.
✓ o Try to lift the bottom of the back seat to ensure it is securely attached to its base.
✓ o Check left and right clothing hook operation.
E – Connectivity inspection
✓ o Music streaming & phone streaming work, radio reception is good.
✓ o Pair your smartphone to your vehicle over Bluetooth. Check functions work (unlock, precondition, etc)
✓ o Test connectivity in all USB ports (1 USB-A/1 USB-C in the front, 2 USB-C in the rear).
✓ o Check 12 volt DC receptacle has power.
F - Lighting inspection
✓ o Vanity mirror lights.
✓ Front overhead driver & passenger lights.
✓ o Rear overhead left & right sidelights.
✓ o Driver & passenger foot wells, Driver & passenger door pockets
◦ o Rear left & right door pockets.
✓ o Driver & passenger door puddle lights.
✓ o Console middle compartment light, Console rear compartment light.
✓ o All door latch button lights, All door window button lights.
✓ o Steering wheel control lights.
✓ o Glove box light (check glove box opening and closing).
✓ o Frunklight.
✓ o Trunklights(2).
✓ o Foglights.
my8888
Member
Try this GitHub - mykeln/teslaprep: A comprehensive guide on preparing for, taking delivery of, and owning a Model 3 you can also select for link on your phone that acts as app without need to install app
NeverGoingBack
De-ICEd
IMO if someone sits through delivery checking all these things it’s going to ruin the delivery and pickup experience. Just look for major stuff and anything minor can be dealt with later with a service appt. These lists are getting insane.
