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Old 12-07-2008, 05:46 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I made it!

It is finally here. I pick-up my car on Saturday. It only took 13 and half months to arrive. I can't believe I waited that long.

I really like it so far. The only problem so far is that my engine light came on at about 40 miles. I hooked up my scan gauge and it found two error codes. Both of them seemed to be minor, so I reset it. They came right back. I will be taking it back to the dealer first thing tomorrow morning. Also when I pick up the car originally I notice a cut in the seat of the leather seat. I showed it to the dealer and he said he had never seen that before. He will be replacing the entire seat when the seat comes in.

Like most people say, it is very fun to drive. You do get alot of attention. I've people ask questions and take pictures. So far everyone's reaction has been positive. See you on the road.

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Old 12-07-2008, 05:50 PM   #2 (permalink)
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What were the codes?

Congrats! I know you're loving it.

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Old 12-07-2008, 05:53 PM   #3 (permalink)
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glad to hear that your wait is over....now go and give the dealer hell to make it right...and if you can, please get back with us and post the reason of the cel...

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Old 12-07-2008, 05:54 PM   #4 (permalink)
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The first one was:
U0002 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open

The second one was:
U0146 Lost Communication With Gateway 'A'

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Old 12-08-2008, 06:21 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Yikes, a slice in the seat. Hope that gets replaced quickly!

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Old 12-08-2008, 06:52 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Congrats SPDYII

Don't forget to post to fuelly.com as yours will be the first 09



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Old 12-08-2008, 07:33 AM   #7 (permalink)
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It is finally here. I pick-up my car on Saturday. It only took 13 and half months to arrive. I can't believe I waited that long.

I really like it so far. The only problem so far is that my engine light came on at about 40 miles. I hooked up my scan gauge and it found two error codes. Both of them seemed to be minor, so I reset it. They came right back. I will be taking it back to the dealer first thing tomorrow morning. Also when I pick up the car originally I notice a cut in the seat of the leather seat. I showed it to the dealer and he said he had never seen that before. He will be replacing the entire seat when the seat comes in.

Like most people say, it is very fun to drive. You do get alot of attention. I've people ask questions and take pictures. So far everyone's reaction has been positive. See you on the road.
SPYDII,
I know its been a long wait and appreciate how active you have been on the board during gthat wait, Glad you got it and hope they take care of the problems right away. Welcome to the world of having it rather than waiting for it.

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Old 12-08-2008, 09:19 AM   #8 (permalink)
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Congrats SPDYII

Don't forget to post to fuelly.com as yours will be the first 09


Actually, skyking3 picked his up Nov 19th; that's the earliest 09 delivery we've seen so far.

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Old 12-08-2008, 05:56 PM   #9 (permalink)
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I defintly was not the first to get a 2009. Kwagar, thank you for your kind word. I have tried very hard to remain calm and patient through this whole process.

About my car. I took it back to the dealer this morning because of the "check engine" light. I was back on the road in 45 minutes. They said that the computer software for the car needed to be updated (which they did). Also today I checked the tire pressure because I suspected that they were improperly inflated. My suspicion was correct. All four were at 40lbs. The fronts need 29lbs and the rears need 36lbs. That made a big difference. Other then that it been great. I put 240 plus miles since Saturday afternoon.

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Old 12-09-2008, 07:03 AM   #10 (permalink)
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I just meant you'd be the "first" posting to fuelly.com

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