Prius Pick-up Checklist
(version 2004-04-30)
Gathered from messages posted at the Prius-2G Yahoo Group: http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/
Things to think about / do when picking up your new Prius from the dealer. It's your call on whether or not to push on any of these.
These are in addition to things you would normally do when going to your dealer (which you can probably find at several car sites or consumerreports.org's virtual dealership).
Basic
Check (A) the glove box, (B) the center storage, and (C) the extra space under cargo area for:
Rubber plugs that should have been installed (some dealers leave them off on purpose; so I'm not saying they should be installed, but if you find them, ask)
Rear lower side spoiler parts (see also Predelivery.pdf )
Make sure you know what any parts lying around are for (but don't let dealer take any away)
Check that the shelf/tray is installed in the upper glove box
Check that the shelf/tray is in the center console (covers about 1/2 of lower cavity)
Check for the spare tire tie-down strap in glove box or trunk
Check that the antenna is installed on the roof
Check the plastic air dam under the front of the car for damage (people have said it cracks easily)
Check that you have a full tank of gas (window sticker says you are entitled to it)
Check that the gas cap is on tight (turned until it clicks; might prevent "Check Engine"/MIL light)
Check that the VIN matches your paperwork
If mileage is > n ask the dealer why (where n is 5-50 depending on who you talk to)
Bring a copy of Predelivery.pdf, 2004peet.pdf , and multi5.pdf with you.
Advanced
Look through multi5.pdf and see if you want anything changed (ask if everything is set to defaults?)
Check that the oil level is not overfilled (takes 3.9 quarts, not 4 - at or below the Full line, not over!)
Check tire pressure (35psi front/33 rear is spec, higher is okay, but front should generally be 2psi greater than rear)
Take it for an initial drive before going too far from the dealer and check for
Alignment: make sure steering wheel is centered when driving straight; car shouldn't pull to one side or the other when stopping
Dealer's Pre-Delivery Service
See if they will give you a copy of the pre-delivery service check sheet (2004peet.pdf) that was filled out.
Items from Predelivery.pdf
Dome lights work (dome fuse installed)
License plate mounting brackets (if dealer is not installing license plates)
Emergency towing eyelet stored in tool box in luggage compartment; cover installed over hole in front bumper where towing eyelet goes
"One touch" open of power windows works (this is easy to do yourself)
Rear lower side spoiler (see PDF)
12v aux battery fully charged (there is no real way for the average customer to test this, though this page shows a battery display under
'Vehicle Signal Check')
Extended Warranty
For more than you'll ever want to know about the Toyota Extended Warranty, go here
You can add it at any time up to the 3/36 expiration, despite what your dealer might say.
You can get it from any toyota dealer
If you buy in the SE Region, you might want to buy it from out of the Region to be sure you are getting the Toyota warranty.
7 yr / 100,000 mi / $0 deductable can be had for as low as $980 (search the Archives for "platinum" and "980")
7 yr / 75,000 mi / $0 deductable can be had for as low as $835
Things You Should Get
Your car ;-)
A pad of valet cards (some people report getting none; others only one sheet)
2 key fobs (supposedly silver Toyota logo if SE&S, black logo if non-SE&S - can't verify, I only have an SE&S car)
Owners manual (some people reported it comes with a plastic key; some reported that the plastic key came in an "introductory" letter from Toyota, not in owner's manual)
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Tutta sta roba me la stampo quando vado a ritirarle.... :biggrin2:
(version 2004-04-30)
Gathered from messages posted at the Prius-2G Yahoo Group: http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/
Things to think about / do when picking up your new Prius from the dealer. It's your call on whether or not to push on any of these.
These are in addition to things you would normally do when going to your dealer (which you can probably find at several car sites or consumerreports.org's virtual dealership).
Basic
Check (A) the glove box, (B) the center storage, and (C) the extra space under cargo area for:
Rubber plugs that should have been installed (some dealers leave them off on purpose; so I'm not saying they should be installed, but if you find them, ask)
Rear lower side spoiler parts (see also Predelivery.pdf )
Make sure you know what any parts lying around are for (but don't let dealer take any away)
Check that the shelf/tray is installed in the upper glove box
Check that the shelf/tray is in the center console (covers about 1/2 of lower cavity)
Check for the spare tire tie-down strap in glove box or trunk
Check that the antenna is installed on the roof
Check the plastic air dam under the front of the car for damage (people have said it cracks easily)
Check that you have a full tank of gas (window sticker says you are entitled to it)
Check that the gas cap is on tight (turned until it clicks; might prevent "Check Engine"/MIL light)
Check that the VIN matches your paperwork
If mileage is > n ask the dealer why (where n is 5-50 depending on who you talk to)
Bring a copy of Predelivery.pdf, 2004peet.pdf , and multi5.pdf with you.
Advanced
Look through multi5.pdf and see if you want anything changed (ask if everything is set to defaults?)
Check that the oil level is not overfilled (takes 3.9 quarts, not 4 - at or below the Full line, not over!)
Check tire pressure (35psi front/33 rear is spec, higher is okay, but front should generally be 2psi greater than rear)
Take it for an initial drive before going too far from the dealer and check for
Alignment: make sure steering wheel is centered when driving straight; car shouldn't pull to one side or the other when stopping
Dealer's Pre-Delivery Service
See if they will give you a copy of the pre-delivery service check sheet (2004peet.pdf) that was filled out.
Items from Predelivery.pdf
Dome lights work (dome fuse installed)
License plate mounting brackets (if dealer is not installing license plates)
Emergency towing eyelet stored in tool box in luggage compartment; cover installed over hole in front bumper where towing eyelet goes
"One touch" open of power windows works (this is easy to do yourself)
Rear lower side spoiler (see PDF)
12v aux battery fully charged (there is no real way for the average customer to test this, though this page shows a battery display under
'Vehicle Signal Check')
Extended Warranty
For more than you'll ever want to know about the Toyota Extended Warranty, go here
You can add it at any time up to the 3/36 expiration, despite what your dealer might say.
You can get it from any toyota dealer
If you buy in the SE Region, you might want to buy it from out of the Region to be sure you are getting the Toyota warranty.
7 yr / 100,000 mi / $0 deductable can be had for as low as $980 (search the Archives for "platinum" and "980")
7 yr / 75,000 mi / $0 deductable can be had for as low as $835
Things You Should Get
Your car ;-)
A pad of valet cards (some people report getting none; others only one sheet)
2 key fobs (supposedly silver Toyota logo if SE&S, black logo if non-SE&S - can't verify, I only have an SE&S car)
Owners manual (some people reported it comes with a plastic key; some reported that the plastic key came in an "introductory" letter from Toyota, not in owner's manual)
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Tutta sta roba me la stampo quando vado a ritirarle.... :biggrin2: