About to take delivery of your new Air? Check these items first!

[hydbob]

Thanks to our wonderful members for compiling the lists of checklists for delivery, particularly @SaratogaLefty with his post HERE and subsequently @zkhan2 with his list HERE. I'm going to post the most recent checklist as some of the earlier items no longer apply.

After the post is an attached checklist you can print.

OUTSIDE CAR CHECK LIST

• Check panel/door gaps
• Trunk alignment and clearance at bottom – Sharp Edges? Marks?
• Frunk alignment and gap
• Rear door seals
• Check all exterior lighting
• Make sure all door handles respond to pushing/pulling
• Approaching with paired mobile key causes vehicle to unlock (various angles).
• Unlock vehicle with non-paired key and make sure it recognizes main driver's face
• License Plate attachment – proper screws and tightness
• Alignment of glass
• Quality of glass
• Scratches on glass?
• Look for paint swirl marks and dust divots
• Look for paint pig tailing (happens from sanding out contaminants)
• Look for polishing compound (i.e. wax) on trim edges
• Look for glue on trim
• Make sure trim is flush to body
• Look for paint overspray on trim (usually very small spots)
• Make sure trim is attached to wheel well
• Check door, frunk, trunk openings for places where repaint overspray got under tape
• Look for taped edges that are sharp on repaints
• See if door cross/mid trim (between widow and door panel) is not loose.
• Open/Close “Frunk” multiple times to ensure smooth operation using Fob and also from inside the car.
• Trunk and frunk rubber gasket glue and alignment
• Full Test Drive with Rep before leaving Center

INSIDE CAR CHECK LIST

• Setup Bluetooth with Phone
• Facial Recognition Profile Setup
• Setup Alexa Voice Command
• Login to Tidal
• Where is my Sirius/XM radio number
• Instructions for Hard and Soft Resets
• Reboot sequences: power the car down and back up to check screen loading
• Instructions for Setting Up Homelink
• Mobile Key setup on Lucid App:
• Key Card vs Key Fob vs Mobile App (iPhone) for Locking/Unlocking (all on person)
• Setup second driver profile
• What does Valet need -Key fob or Key card?
• Setting Up Lucid App and proper charging procedure with Electrify America (EA Account Setup)
• Navigation Setup
• Set Upper Nav Screen to 3D and lower to 2D
• Setting up Profiles for Key Fob and Mobile Key
• Window shades operation fully functional
• Check Surround View for Parking Assistance
• Check Both Front Seats Heat and Cool Ventilation
• Check Seatbelt Retraction and Height Adjustment - All Seats
• Check Air Vents Adjustability
• Check Windshield Wipers - Proper Seating and Operation
• Adjust the Side Bolsters all the way in and all the way out to see if any “popping” noise
• Massage Seats – Try the Deep Setting on Level 1, 2, and 3 to see if any difference?
• Do all the vents blow air, and can all of them be adjusted – front and rear?
• Do all seat belts work?
• Do all window switches work?
• Check operation of all inside door latches.
• Check all interior, puddle, glove box, storage bin, reading, frunk, trunk lights.
• Headrest adjustment.
• Lumbar adjustment.
• Glovebox
• Window shades/visors
• Door lock and unlock from inside – all doors
• Auto headlights
• Auto high beam
• Mirror dimming
• Adjusting interior light levels

 

[thecodingart]

Someone needs to ban the guy from this site: https://www.lucidinsider.com/2022/0...klist-what-to-do-when-you-get-your-lucid-air/

 

[rbbarry]

Someone needs to ban the guy from this site: https://www.lucidinsider.com/2022/0...klist-what-to-do-when-you-get-your-lucid-air/

That is me, I link to the source, give credit and say where it comes from. The link is massive and I do it so it is easy to find for others who are not in the forums. Trust me, this sends a ton of traffic to the forums. It also helps me keep track of these things so I can quickly look stuff up and help others.

 

[thecodingart]

That is me, I link to the source, give credit and say where it comes from. The link is massive and I do it so it is easy to find for others who are not in the forums. Trust me, this sends a ton of traffic to the forums. It also helps me keep track of these things so I can quickly look stuff up and help others.

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That is much more understandable. I honestly read it as stealing data and taking it away from the forums. There’s too many sites out there that copy/paste forum content as original like content and sort of steal traffic.

 

[rbbarry]

That is much more understandable. I honestly read it as stealing data and taking it away from the forums. There’s too many sites out there that copy/paste forum content as original like content and sort of steal traffic.

10000% - I ALWAYS give credit and try to amplify the community. I guarantee you will never see a post there that does not give credit and link directly to the source. Again, the goal is to help those who are Googling for answers, can't find answers deep inside these forums, and then to have them find this forum and hopefully contribute their findings.

I cannot tell you how many people I see screenshot photos from here, etc and post it on social and do not say where they got it from. In the long run, if we all share and amplify each other, the community will be way better off. If we steal, it really doesn't help anyone.

Thanks for understanding, I really have the best interests for the community and this forum.

 

[NPN]

Thanks to our wonderful members for compiling the lists of checklists for delivery, particularly @SaratogaLefty with his post HERE and subsequently @zkhan2 with his list HERE. I'm going to post the most recent checklist as some of the earlier items no longer apply.

OUTSIDE CAR CHECK LIST

• Check panel/door gaps
• Trunk alignment and clearance at bottom – Sharp Edges? Marks?
• Frunk alignment and gap
• Rear door seals
• Check all exterior lighting
• Make sure all door handles respond to pushing/pulling
• Approaching with paired mobile key causes vehicle to unlock (various angles).
• Unlock vehicle with non-paired key and make sure it recognizes main driver's face
• License Plate attachment – proper screws and tightness
• Alignment of glass
• Quality of glass
• Scratches on glass?
• Look for paint swirl marks and dust divots
• Look for paint pig tailing (happens from sanding out contaminants)
• Look for polishing compound (i.e. wax) on trim edges
• Look for glue on trim
• Make sure trim is flush to body
• Look for paint overspray on trim (usually very small spots)
• Make sure trim is attached to wheel well
• Check door, frunk, trunk openings for places where repaint overspray got under tape
• Look for taped edges that are sharp on repaints
• See if door cross/mid trim (between widow and door panel) is not loose.
• Open/Close “Frunk” multiple times to ensure smooth operation using Fob and also from inside the car.
• Trunk and frunk rubber gasket glue and alignment
• Full Test Drive with Rep before leaving Center

INSIDE CAR CHECK LIST

• Setup Bluetooth with Phone
• Facial Recognition Profile Setup
• Setup Alexa Voice Command
• Login to Tidal
• Where is my Sirius/XM radio number
• Instructions for Hard and Soft Resets
• Reboot sequences: power the car down and back up to check screen loading
• Instructions for Setting Up Homelink
• Mobile Key setup on Lucid App:
• Key Card vs Key Fob vs Mobile App (iPhone) for Locking/Unlocking (all on person)
• Setup second driver profile
• What does Valet need -Key fob or Key card?
• Setting Up Lucid App and proper charging procedure with Electrify America (EA Account Setup)
• Navigation Setup
• Set Upper Nav Screen to 3D and lower to 2D
• Setting up Profiles for Key Fob and Mobile Key
• Window shades operation fully functional
• Check Surround View for Parking Assistance
• Check Both Front Seats Heat and Cool Ventilation
• Check Seatbelt Retraction and Height Adjustment - All Seats
• Check Air Vents Adjustability
• Check Windshield Wipers - Proper Seating and Operation
• Adjust the Side Bolsters all the way in and all the way out to see if any “popping” noise
• Massage Seats – Try the Deep Setting on Level 1, 2, and 3 to see if any difference?
• Do all the vents blow air, and can all of them be adjusted – front and rear?
• Do all seat belts work?
• Do all window switches work?
• Check operation of all inside door latches.
• Check all interior, puddle, glove box, storage bin, reading, frunk, trunk lights.
• Headrest adjustment.
• Lumbar adjustment.
• Glovebox
• Window shades/visors
• Door lock and unlock from inside – all doors
• Auto headlights
• Auto high beam
• Mirror dimming
• Adjusting interior light levels

Thanks again for this list! I hope to use it someday on my AGT ordered March 9, 2022!

 

[SaaSManKS]

Very curious if anyone who has had any lucid for at least a few weeks has had any issues with paint quality; there have been reports of “soft paint” showing swirl marks from car washes and light “fogging” around hard corners etc so if anyone who has their cars could weigh in that would be appreciated!

 

[LucidNC]

Here's one that isn't on the list, but just happened to me ... Check that the Wheel size you selected/purchased is, in fact, the wheel size on the car.

 

[LucidNC]

Ok .. so, not only should you verify that the wheels/tires are the correct size (i.e. 21", 19", or 20"), but, if you ordered and received the 21" tires, you should check to make sure that they don't have bubbles on any of the tires.

At first delivery, I didn't have the correct wheels. During the 2nd delivery, I was so excited to see that the correct wheels were on the car that I forgot to inspect the tires. Now, w/ ~150 mi. of driving I found a bubble on the driver front tire. I'm fairly sure I didn't hit any curbs, potholes, etc., .. the lack of inspection will cost me $$ .

So, I suggest adding "Inspect wheels AND tires" to the list.

 

[pbloomst]

Any stories of people refusing delivery for quality issues?

 

[Keithmaj]

Thanks for compiling and maintaining the delivery checklist. So.. based on user experiences, what does one do if you find issues? Create a punch list of issues and wait for immediate repair? Leave your car at the Service Center for however long and schedule a second delivery? Schedule a Mobile Technician? Decline acceptance?

 

[LucidNC]

Thanks for compiling and maintaining the delivery checklist. So.. based on user experiences, what does one do if you find issues? Create a punch list of issues and wait for immediate repair? Leave your car at the Service Center for however long and schedule a second delivery? Schedule a Mobile Technician? Decline acceptance?

I think your decision will depend on how you are taking delivery (e.g. at SC or delivered at home) and the issue(s) you encounter.

In my situation (at home delivery), the issues were such that I chose to refuse delivery and have them fixed before the next delivery. The Delivery specialist that met me and the trailer offered me 3 choices:

1. Decline delivery and refuse the vehicle (then have to wait for another VIN)
2. Accept the car and work with Mobile service (and others) as they rectified the problems, or
3. Decline delivery and have the issues fixed/corrected and then re-delivered (the option I chose).

 

[Keithmaj]

I think your decision will depend on how you are taking delivery (e.g. at SC or delivered at home) and the issue(s) you encounter.

In my situation (at home delivery), the issues were such that I chose to refuse delivery and have them fixed before the next delivery. The Delivery specialist that met me and the trailer offered me 3 choices:

1. Decline delivery and refuse the vehicle (then have to wait for another VIN)
2. Accept the car and work with Mobile service (and others) as they rectified the problems, or
3. Decline delivery and have the issues fixed/corrected and then re-delivered (the option I chose).

Thanks. Kind of what I expected.

 

[ken43]

I think your decision will depend on how you are taking delivery (e.g. at SC or delivered at home) and the issue(s) you encounter.

In my situation (at home delivery), the issues were such that I chose to refuse delivery and have them fixed before the next delivery. The Delivery specialist that met me and the trailer offered me 3 choices:

1. Decline delivery and refuse the vehicle (then have to wait for another VIN)
2. Accept the car and work with Mobile service (and others) as they rectified the problems, or
3. Decline delivery and have the issues fixed/corrected and then re-delivered (the option I chose).

That must have been painful to finally have the car in your driveway and have to send it back

 

[LucidNC]

That must have been painful to finally have the car in your driveway and have to send it back

Not going to lie .. it was a bit like getting coal for Xmas (which I actually got when I was 8 ... didn't feel great .. luckily we celebrated Epiphany and I got some things then).
Yup .. pretty much the same as that!

The positive thing that came out of it, however, is that after it got picked up (and before it was re-delivered), one of the threads on this forum made me look at the photos I had taken and made me realize that the wrong size wheels/tires were on the car. I was too excited (and busy going through the checklist) that I missed it on the first delivery.

In the grand scheme of things, the 10 day delay is forgotten .. and now loving the car !

 

[Z-Squad]

Ok .. so, not only should you verify that the wheels/tires are the correct size (i.e. 21", 19", or 20"), but, if you ordered and received the 21" tires, you should check to make sure that they don't have bubbles on any of the tires.

At first delivery, I didn't have the correct wheels. During the 2nd delivery, I was so excited to see that the correct wheels were on the car that I forgot to inspect the tires. Now, w/ ~150 mi. of driving I found a bubble on the driver front tire. I'm fairly sure I didn't hit any curbs, potholes, etc., .. the lack of inspection will cost me $$ .

So, I suggest adding "Inspect wheels AND tires" to the list.

Can you describe exactly how I should inspect for bubbles in the tires and what I should be looking for. I pick up my Air GT this coming Sunday at a service center.

Thanks in advance.

 

[LucidNC]

Can you describe exactly how I should inspect for bubbles in the tires and what I should be looking for. I pick up my Air GT this coming Sunday at a service center.

Thanks in advance.

You have to look along the tires and you will see a bulge (hopefully you won't) ... Not sure which wheel size you are getting, but bubbles are more prevalent on the 21".

Here's a post of Tire Bubbles with photos

btw, that thread also has information about Pirelli warranty, how to register your tires, etc. Something I would highly suggest doing.

Good luck!

 

[Z-Squad]

You have to look along the tires and you will see a bulge (hopefully you won't) ... Not sure which wheel size you are getting, but bubbles are more prevalent on the 21".

Here's a post of Tire Bubbles with photos

btw, that thread also has information about Pirelli warranty, how to register your tires, etc. Something I would highly suggest doing.

Good luck!

Much appreciated ! Happy Thanksgiving.

 

[Z-Squad]

I posted the same in a different forum -- but anyone have a more updated inspection checklist (now that the new software is out with Highway ACC and they are delivering vehicles with the 20 inch rims/tires) than the one dated June 30th that is referenced in several places ? It seems pretty comprehensive, but seems like there were some additional comments that I have seen of items needing to be added. Thanks.

 

[ORTHOMATIC]

Any stories of people refusing delivery for quality issues?

My car got delivered to me at my home last evening. I couldn’t have been clearer with my DA that I absolutely get software glitches and minor problems, but I’m going to be real stickler for quality issues that are controllable. Even had them agree to hold my check until I approved inspection and accepted the car. You’d think they would make a point to inspect before shipping.
Upon arrival, the paint job on the hood was completely messed up. With soft cloth I could not remove the problems. They tried at get me to keep it promising to fix. (Reminding me I’d lose my $7500) However, I know for a fact if re-paint is needed resell would be difficult. (Professionals can always tell with paint gauge)
Told them to take it back and canceled the order.
2 years, down the drain.