Pre-Delivery Inspection Guide

DELIVERY CHECKLIST

Inspect every detail before you drive off. Report cosmetic issues within 24 hours or 100 miles. This comprehensive checklist takes 90 minutes—don't skip it.

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Exterior — Locked

Vehicle VIN matches the assigned VIN

Color and wheel style are as ordered

Full-width front LED light bar illuminates evenly

Panel gaps even on both sides

Wheels not scratched or curb-rashed

Charging port opens/closes correctly

Exterior — Unlocked

All lights work: headlights, LED bar, tail lights, turn signals

Power liftgate opens/closes smoothly

Tire pressure reads 42 PSI

Interior

16" touchscreen — no dead pixels or lag

8" rear display works

64-color ambient lighting works

All USB-C ports work

All speakers work

Frunk & Trunk

Frunk opens/closes properly

Power liftgate works without shuddering

J1772 adapter and Mobile Connector included

Drive-Off Checks

Regenerative braking set to Standard

No interior rattles over bumps

Sentry Mode enabled

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