model_y_checklist.md

Model Y Checklist

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This pre-drive checklist is designed to be done in a specific flow to save time and make sure nothing is missed. You will essentially do several "laps" around the car. Start at the beginning and work your way down the list. By the end, your car will be fully reviewed. Feel free to print this out and bring it, along with a pen. Don't feel like you need to rush through the inspection. The delivery team at Tesla will certainly seem like they want to move quickly, but you don't need to leave the lot until you're 100% satisfied. Take your time

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Things to Bring with You

1. If your vehicle will be registered to more than one person, each person on the registration needs to be at the delivery appointment to sign final documents.
2. Driver's license
3. Your smartphone with the Tesla app installed and signed in
4. Written or digital proof of your down payment having been made and the final payment details; If you are financing, make sure your loan has been funded before you arrive to take delivery and that you have some kind of proof you can provide to Tesla should they ask about it.
5. Proof of insurance
6. Your trade-in car
7. USB-A, USB-C, and 12VDC cables for testing
8. Flashlight (since the delivery area where you will inspect your vehicle may be dark)
9. Any accessories you want to install immediately

SECTION A - Verify pre-delivery vehicle records

Make sure the car you ordered is the car you're getting!

1. Check for the correct full name and address on your paperwork
2. Confirm the vehicle's VIN matches your paperwork
3. Check the vehicle's "About" screen for any information that does not match the vehicle (found by tapping the car icon in the bottom-left, then tapping Software)
4. Verify that the vehicle's Monroney record matches your configuration
5. Verify that the vehicle's body color, interior, and wheels match what you configured
6. Confirm all 4 Gemini hubcaps are present and properly attached (if applicable)
7. For Texas, ensure you have the original Texas Vehicle Inspection Report

SECTION B - Exterior inspection

Panel gaps

Do a lap of the car, check for any obvious body panel misalignment, or large gaps

1. Front of frunk properly aligns with where it meets the bumper
2. Trunk arms properly align with where they meet the left and right quarter panels
3. Headlights and rear lights are flush with the body
4. Charging port is flush with the body
5. Check for narrow, large, or uneven gaps between doors, headlights, and roof

Paint condition walkaround

Looking for scrapes, damage, overspray, underspray, dents and dings. Include all trim and door handles as part of this review

WITH ALL DOORS CLOSED

1. Inspect vehicle underside plastic trim (front and rear) for signs of scraping, or damage or loose screws/plugs
2. Front bumper
3. Right front quarter panel
4. Right front wheel
5. Right passenger door
6. Right rear door
7. Right rear wheel
8. Right rear quarter panel
9. Trunk
10. Rear bumper
11. Left rear quarter panel
12. Left rear wheel
13. Left rear door
14. Driver's door
15. Left front wheel
16. Left front quarter panel
17. Frunk

OPEN ALL DOORS, INCLUDING FRUNK, TRUNK

1. Test power liftgate operation on trunk
2. Test Power liftgate height adjustment
3. Test all doors (including frunk and trunk) to ensure they open and close without unreasonable effort or sound
4. Ensure door windows auto-close completely when doors are closed
5. Check the frunk/trunk lighting (there are 2 trunk lights)
6. Check paint in areas such as door hinges, the bottom of the frunk/trunk, etc. that are not visible when doors are closed

Glass and seal condition

1. Inspect all glass (including side mirrors) for signs of distortion, ripples, scratches, or cracks
2. Inspect the weather seals around door gaps and windows
3. Verify that the water guards that line the trunk (below the rear windshield) are free and clear
4. Check for proper windshield and windshield trim installation
5. Inspect all edges of the roof glass panel and rear window

SECTION C - Interior inspection

Inspect interior seat upholstery, door surfaces, dash, headliner and carpets (including passenger compartment, frunk, and trunk)

SIT IN DRIVER'S SEAT

1. Check for any error messages on the display screen
2. Check all four windows to ensure they roll up and down all the way properly including auto-up/down function
3. Test the windshield wipers
4. Test the rearview camera
5. Check side mirrors for proper operation of folding and position adjustment
6. Test the steering wheel position controls to ensure proper operation
7. Press the center of the steering wheel to make sure the vehicle's horn works
8. Check the rearview mirror for any warping or distortion
9. Check sunvisor operation, mirror condition and lighting operation
10. Front overhead driver and passenger lights
11. Check center console cover slide operation and middle/rear compartment lights
12. Check glovebox opening and closing functions (and lighting)
13. Check seat all position controls
14. Check that both front seats don't squeak when moving (check all directions of motion)
15. Check heated seats
16. Check driver and passenger footwell lighting
17. Check steering wheel control lights (they may need to be enabled in Driver settings)
18. Test connectivity of wireless phone charger
19. Test connectivity in both USB-C ports in center console
20. Test 12 volt DC receptable in center console has power
21. Test the HVAC and listen for strange noises on both hot and cold settings full power
22. Test Park Assist sensor by pressing the break, put the car in Drive or Reverse and have someone walk in front of the car
23. Test Blind Spot camera by turning on Automatic Blind Spot camera setting, then turn your right/left lane changing signal to see the image from the camera (only version 11)

Infotainment inspection

1. Test the sound system to ensure all speakers are working (move fade/balance to all four points to verify)
2. Tap the "Toybox" icon at the bottom right of the screen and launch the Sketchpad app. Leave the Sketchpad up for a minute to make sure there are no phantom touches happening on the display, or dead pixels

GET OUT OF THE DRIVER'S SEAT

1. Gently test the driver and passenger door emergency releases
2. Check driver and passenger door puddle lights
3. Check rear left and right door pocket lighting
4. Check all door latch button lights
5. Check all door window button lights
6. Check front, rear, and middle seatbelts for proper operation
7. Check rear left and right clothing hook operation in the rear passenger area
8. Check the rear seats for proper fold-down operation
9. Try to lift the bottom of the back seats to ensure it is securely attached to their base
10. Check rear left and right overhead lights
11. Test connectivity in all USB ports (1 USB-A/1 USB-C in the front, 2 USB-C in the rear)

SECTION D - Lighting inspection

1. Front headlights (low and high-beam) operation and alignment. Ensure there is no condensation inside the light's housing
2. Front park lights
3. Front fog lights

TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS

1. Front turn signal lights
2. Left and right turn signal lights
3. Rear turn signal lights
4. Rear running lights
5. Rear brake lights. Ensure there is no condensation inside the light's housing

SECTION E - Charging ability

1. Check the charge port door for proper operation and alignment (manual tap, through screen/app, and button on charger)
2. Check charge port indicator light
3. Ensure the vehicle will accept a charge at the Supercharger at the delivery center if avaliable
4. Check for J1772 adapter

SECTION F - Inspect pairing connectivity

1. Test both key cards to ensure they work with your vehicle. Keep one key card on your person in case the phone app does not operate properly
2. Pair your smartphone to your vehicle over Bluetooth and test features like music streaming, unlock, etc.

SECTION G - Optional equipment

1. Check for front license plate bracket (if applicable in your region)
2. Check for the towing eye under the frunk mat
3. Maryland state deliveries should include Tesla's official inflation kit (usually stowed in trunk)
4. Verify that any additional floor mats are included (if ordered)
5. Check for tow hitch equipment (if ordered)
6. Check rear door Paint Protection Film (if ordered)
7. Check Mud Flaps (if ordered)

SECTION H - Paperwork / Final Items

1. 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.
2. Verify that your car is marked as delivered on your phone app and that all features are working on the phone app
3. 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.