Hi All,

My mother has just purchased a Yeti from out local Skoda dealer. We went to collect the car today and while going through the documentation with the salesman he did not have a copy of the Pre-Delivery Inspection. Having gone back into the office he produced a document titled 'Maintenance List' which he claimed was the Pre-Delivery Inspection. After looking at the vehicle it was found that the petrol warning light was on and some parts of the plastic coverings were still on the seats. I am wondering if the Pre-Delivery Inspection was ever done at all???

Does anyone know what the Pre-Delivery Inspection should include or if Skoda have a standard checklist that their dealers use? Does anyone have a copy of this document which they could scan and send me? It is not causing any problems but i feel like the salesman wasnt telling us the truth.

This is my first post here but having read some of the threads im sure it going to be a great source of information should i have any problems in the future.

Keep up the good work!

Andrew

I think it will be something like this:

Inspections and operations to be completed

Vehicle (exterior)

– Plastic and rubber parts: cleanliness, damages

– Inspect bodywork and paintwork for damage

– Check identification of vehicle window glazing (valid up to 11.2008)

– Operation of the tailgate lock and the fuel filler cap, door contact switch, operation of the door handles, door locks and safety buttons, central locking from outside as well as inside, child safety locks, ability to close all locks on the vehicle using all keys (including the spare key)

– Proper operation of anti-theft alarm system

– Tighten the wheel bolts to specified torque (steel and light alloy wheels 120 Nm), fit wheel caps

– Check the tyre inflation pressure (including spare wheel), if necessary correct the tyre inflation pressure, fit valve caps

– Concerning vehicles in stock for more than 12 months: Change brake fluid (valid as of MY 09)

Engine compartment (from above)

– Check the battery

– Check tight connection of electric cables and plug connections (in particular battery cables)

– Brake fluid level (at “MAX” marking)

– Engine oil level (in-between markings)

– Coolant level (in-between markings), special equipment antifreeze down to - 35 °C

– Fill up fluid in washer reservoir, in the winter add antifreeze

– Check windscreen wiper and washer system, the washer nozzle adjustment and the resting position of the windscreen wiper arms

Vehicle interior

– Inspect upholstery, interior trim, carpeting and footmats for cleanliness and damage

– Inspect all switches, all electrical components, all gauges/indicators and controls

– Set the temperature to 22 °C (Climatronic)

– Key switch for front passenger airbag deactivation: Check “ON/OFF” function and position to “ON”

– Radio: Inspect for proper operation, store stations, code, set clock

– Fit net in luggage compartment (if available)

– Vehicle log book - for completion: Operating manual and service plan (in the correct language and with the correct edition data), short introduction, technical data, support in the case of a breakdown, other manuals (radio,... ) - all in the vehicle log book pouch

– Reset service interval display

– Power windows: Inspecting positioning

– Select a language (on vehicles with an informatioin display)

Underside of vehicle (on lift platform)

– Inspect underbody (underbody protection for damage)

– Inspect for leaks and damage: Engine, gearbox, final drive, steering, brake system, axles, joint boots. Proper routing of the brake hoses and brake lines, fuel lines including the ventilation of the fuel system

– Inspect tyres and wheels for damage

Concluding operations

– Perform a test drive

– Interrogate fault memory of all systems, if necessary erase

– Complete the service schedule, affix the vehicle data sticker in the Service Schedule to the floor of the luggage compartment next to the spare wheel, complete the “Next Service” sticker and affix to the side of the dash panel on the driver's side

– Remove recharging table from battery (if affixed)

– Remove protective seat covers

– Install the footmats and aerial supplied in the vehicle

– Final inspection to ensure proper condition for handover to customer

Was the petrol light on because it didn't have any fuel in it?

I know lots of garages that leave the covers on the seats, so it proves to the owner they have been kept clean.

I can't see what the problem is!

Albutch, thanks for such a quick and detailed response. That looks to be just about what I was given so I will have to assume that it was the correct paperwork for the PDI.

Llanigraham, I understand that the car didnt have any fuel in it and that is why the light was on. The salesman told me that it was part of the PDI to ensure that there was fuel in the vehicle. As the PDI sheet doesnt include this in its check list I was a little suspicious. I also said in my post that 'parts of the plastic coverings were still on the seats'. These were small sections not more than 6 inches square which i presume had torn off the seat covers when they were removed. Cant see the garage leaving these on to keep the seats clean but thanks for your comments anyway.

Does the pre inspection also include "over inflate the tyres by 20%?" That is a usual one.

Most inspections are not worth 2p. I've generally accepted that I'll be back at any dealers within 2-3 weeks to get put right little faults. 6 cars later and I've yet to be proven wrong, my Yeti included.

Great sympathy for you. I had a terrible such experience in France with my Yeti... and for me it destroyed my confidence in the dealer. In my view - even from the cleanliness angle - if they can't get that right, what confidence can you have that they've correctly carried out things mechanical which aren't visible? I can well understand your feelings.

I was told there wasn't a PDI check list. In my opinion that was a lie. As was the lie that a set of rear door protective foils cost the dealer 511 Euros. He (the manager) must really have thought the grass was growing out of my ears!

Mine is a Demo had only done 2000mls and with its paint treatment it looked fantastic in the showroom , prep was first class ,second demo skoda , seems to avoid any niggles by buying demos, and Skoda U K had my door seals fitted for free , Yeti has been excellent and dealer has been great.

Mine is a Demo had only done 2000mls and with its paint treatment it looked fantastic in the showroom , prep was first class ,second demo skoda , seems to avoid any niggles by buying demos, and Skoda U K had my door seals fitted for free , Yeti has been excellent and dealer has been great.

+1

Both our Skodas are ex demos bought a few months old and a couple of thousand miles. Both were perfect on delivery to us.

I took 20 minutes examining my Yeti (justifying my cash investment) and honestly could find no faults whatsoever. This despite it being smothered in 'footprint' stickers when I first saw it. They had all been removed with zero trace.

If you can find an ex demo in the right colour and spec, that is always the route that I will take. The PDI is then carried out several times as the car is kept in good order by the dealer to satisfy potential customers.

My monter's been faultless (including spot on tyre pressures) .This was a DTD purchase so there was minimal incentive financially for the supplying dealer.Though I guess He's had lots of practice PDI'ing Yetis... :yes:

+1

Both our Skodas are ex demos bought a few months old and a couple of thousand miles. Both were perfect on delivery to us.

I took 20 minutes examining my Yeti (justifying my cash investment) and honestly could find no faults whatsoever. This despite it being smothered in 'footprint' stickers when I first saw it. They had all been removed with zero trace.

If you can find an ex demo in the right colour and spec, that is always the route that I will take. The PDI is then carried out several times as the car is kept in good order by the dealer to satisfy potential customers.

+2.

And once I'd agreed to buy the demo model from Simpsons of Colne, they told me they would stop using it for demos with only the Salesperson using ot fro transport to an from, and given the mileage between me signing for it and collecting it, I have no reason to disbelieve.

10,000 miles later, I'm still very happy and it hasn't been back for anything.

John

I'm another VERY happy ex-demo owner.