tips on pick up day?

[BoCRon]

I should be going to pick up my husband's surprise Father's day gift next week as many of you know. I was wondering if there were certain things to check for before I drive it off the lot? For example I read awhile back something about a cabin filter???? Is this something I can check for and if so how? Are there any other things that I should be on the lookout for in my final check through? I remember when I picked up my Durango in 1999 I got a list from the Durango club site of things to check for, etc.
Thanks all for the help.
2005 4x2 Crew Cab LE Blizzard White/Steel
Big Tow Pkg
Bed Extender
Overhead Racks
Dual 7" headrest DVD systems

[mkelee]

Pick it up in the daytime not night.

[Bayou Titan]

The dealership is supposed to sign off and give you a copy of a pre delivery checklist. Go over this with a fine toothed comb to make sure they actually did what they checked off (the attached image is just one page, there are two). Also, look everywhere very closely for scratches and dents.

[Seerex]

make sure you get the utlity bed clamps <4> and stops <2> and wrench as well as the brake controller harness

[joaks]

Originally Posted by BoCRon

I should be going to pick up my husband's surprise Father's day gift next week as many of you know. I was wondering if there were certain things to check for before I drive it off the lot?

Yea, make sure your husband didn't follow you to see what you were doing.

A good rule of thumb is to tell him his mother-in-law will be around all day and your going to Stein Mart, Maurices, Target, Goody's, Gap, Victoria Secret, Bed Bath and Beyond, Proffit's, Penny's and then to Pantera Bread Company to east a bread bowl of soup. At least it works on me. I stay away from the house and out of the local area on days like that.

[Jetboy]

Originally Posted by Seerex

make sure you get the utlity bed clamps <4> and stops <2> and wrench as well as the brake controller harness

What Seerex said, I had to remind them about the clamps. Also make sure you have all the floor mats and that they are the correct color.

[drpeeb]

"... and your going to Stein Mart, Maurices, Target, Goody's, Gap, Victoria Secret, Bed ..."

Probably outta nix the Victoria Secret mention - He'll wanna go!

[DryHeat]

Double check the air pressure in the tires. Mine were at 45 PSI, 10 pounds over max listed on the sidewall. Other than that just make sure you do a good walk-around in sun light. Look for any paint bubbles along the edges of the hood and doors. Oh...and make sure they give you a full tank of gas

[Sammy Sandbag]

Pack some heat in case things turn ugly....

But seriously, open up everything. I mean the glove box, center console, over head console, bed storage box, everything. Just check to insure everything you're suppose to get, you're getting. Give it a good drive, from idle to WOT. Check all the windows, electric seats, mirrors, etc. Basically just look at everything. And my tire pressure was 50psi+ when I picked up my truck.

[bestatchess]

From the FAQ:

1. Check to make sure the vehicle is equipped as ordered-make sure the truck has each and every option you are paying for. Demand to see the checklist the dealer is supposed to complete before delivery.
2. If you have the lock box on the driver's side of the bed, check to make sure the door is not creased and you have the lock cover in place.
3. If you have the DVD player, make sure you have the remote.
4. If you have the center console, make them promise to give you the coin tray if missing (they might tell you it doesn't come with one, but some dealers will give it to you or promise to order one for you).
5. If you have the utility bed, make sure you have the cleats.
6. If you have the tow package, make sure you have the wire harness connector (mine was in the glove box.
7. Carefully inspect the truck for scratches & dings all over (including the roof), look for any dings or cracks in the windshield. Check the seats, carpet & headliner for stains & tears. (If you find anything like this later, the dealer will likely say that you caused the damage after delivery).
8. The tire pressure is usually 45 for the delivery trip, should be reduced to proper pressure (on the tire sidewalls). A lot of reports here that the dealer doesn't set the tire pressure properly before delivery.
9. Check for various known potential problems: radio won't hold stereo (even with SSV turned off), splash guards and tail gate plastic mounted with too thin tape (tends to come loose, leaving a gap), bed liner separation, blistering, or peeling. This stuff might crop up later, but if initially present you should call it to the dealer's attention on delivery.
10. I like to make sure the fluid levels are up: oil, brake, trans, radiator. You might ask the dealer to check the torque on the wheel lugs. There are reports here that perhaps the torque was not set correctly and maybe that could warp the brake rotors.
11. Make sure all the paper work is correct in every detail (make sure they have the VIN number correct as that is a pain in the neck to correct later) - make sure the $ are correct (including any taxes they are charging) - Don't get screwed at the last minute on financing, extra charges, extended warranty. I would have all of this figured out in advance with plenty of time for you to check at your leisure so they don't rush you into making a mistake. Make them put down everything in writing that is either missing or needs to be fixed.
12. Make sure you get the manuals & all keys (2 regular + 1 valet)
13. Look under the back end and make sure you have the spare (If this is missing by some chance you will have a hard time proving it later).
14. Make them show you how to work the controls
15. Check around the front anchor screw on the overhead console for cracks in the plastic.
16. If you're getting an LE, adjust the seat, then get out and look under the front seat. Make sure the wiring harness in the center doesn't rub against the tab protruding from the subwoofer.
17. Check that the steering wheel is straight when the wheels are.
18. Check to make sure both tailgate cables are tensioned when the tailgate is open.
19. Ask for screws to mount the license plate in the front holder.
20. If you have tow mirrors, angle the bottom convex mirrors all the way towards the outside before driving off.
21. Make sure you get the right color floor mats.
switch for electric door locks does not "stick" when unlocking
22. check lap/shoulder belt for rear center seat to ensure it pulls out without catching.
23. look for blisters or un-adhered (sp?) spots on spray in bed liner