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Tesla S 2014 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL S OWNER’S MANUAL V5.9...
  • Page 2 All information in this document and all MODEL S® software is subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights of Tesla Motors, Inc. and its licensors. This material may not be modified, reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Tesla Motors, Inc. and its licensors. Additional information is available upon request.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Specifications.......120 Front and Rear Seats............... 16 Seat Belts..................18 Identification Labels.............. 120 Child Safety Seats..............21 Vehicle Loading................ 121 Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats......27 Dimensions and Weights............. 124 Airbags..................31 Subsystems................125 Wheels and Tires..............128 Driving..........35 Roadside Assistance....134 Driver Profiles................

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Interior doors (Using Interior Door Glove box button (Glove Box on page Handles on page 6) High beams (Headlight High Beams 10. Power window switches (Opening and page 49), Turn signals (Turn Signals Closing on page 8) page 50) , Wipers and washers (Wipers Exterior mirror adjustment switches and Washers...
  • Page 5 Overview Exterior lights (Lights on page 47) Door handles (Using Exterior Door Handles on page 5) Sunroof (Sunroof on page 14) Charge port (Charging Model S on page Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 39) Front trunk (Front Trunk on page 11) Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires page 128)

  • Page 6: Opening And Closing

    Model S by following the unlocking procedure. See Unlocking When the To quickly familiarize yourself with the key, Key Doesn't Work on page 7. think of the key as a miniature version of Model S, with the Tesla badge representing Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 7: Using Exterior Door Handles

    Getting More Keys trunk is open. If you lose a key or require an additional one, contact Tesla. Model S can recognize up to three keys. When ordering a new key for Model S, take all available keys with you for reprogramming.

  • Page 8: Using Interior Door Handles

    Opening and Closing Using Interior Door Handles Child-protection Lock Pull the interior door handle toward you to Model S has child-protection locks on the rear open the door. doors and liftgate to prevent them from being opened using interior handles. Use the touchscreen to turn child protection locks on or off.
  • Page 9 Opening and Closing Unlocking When the Key Doesn't Opening Interior Doors with No Work Power If Model S does not unlock when you walk up If Model S has no electrical power, front doors to it, or when you press the unlock button on open as usual using the interior door handles.

  • Page 10: Windows

    Opening and Closing Opening and Closing Press down on a switch to lower the associated window all the way down. Window switches operate at two levels. To lower a window partially, hold the switch and release when the window is at the desired position. Warning: To ensure safety, it is recommended that you lock the rear windows whenever children are seated in...

  • Page 11: Rear Trunk

    Opening and Closing Opening Closing To open the rear trunk, do one of the To close the trunk, pull down on the liftgate following: and push firmly, ensuring it is fully closed. • Touch Controls > Trunk on the If Model S is equipped with the optional tech touchscreen.

  • Page 12: Interior Release

    Opening and Closing Interior Release Opening with No Power To open the trunk from inside Model S, press If Model S has no electrical power, you can the interior release switch and push the open the rear trunk from inside. Use the liftgate up.

  • Page 13: Front Trunk

    Opening and Closing Opening Closing To open the front trunk: The Model S body is made of lightweight aluminum. Therefore, the hood is not heavy • Touch Controls > Front Trunk on the enough to latch under its own weight and touchscreen, or double-click the front applying pressure on the front edge or center trunk button on the key.

  • Page 14: Interior Emergency Release

    Opening and Closing Interior Emergency Release Opening with No Power An interior release button inside the front If Model S has no electrical power, or if you trunk allows a person locked inside to get out. are unable to open the front trunk using the This release button is active whenever touchscreen or key, pull the mechanical Model S is stationary.

  • Page 15: Glove Box

    Opening and Closing Opening and Closing To open the glove box, press the switch located to the right of the touchscreen. If you leave the glove box open for five minutes, its light automatically turns off. Note: The glove box locks whenever Model S is locked externally, using the key or walk- away locking.

  • Page 16: Sunroof

    Opening and Closing Opening and Closing Caution: Remove snow and ice before opening the sunroof. Opening a sunroof If your Model S is equipped with a sunroof, covered in snow and ice can cause touch Controls > Sunroof on the touchscreen damage.

  • Page 17: Cup Holders

    Opening and Closing Opening and Closing To expose a cup holder, slide back the armrest. Opening and Closing...

  • Page 18: Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints Correct Driving Position Adjusting the Driver’s Seat The seat, head support, seat belt and airbags work together to maximize your safety. Using these correctly ensures greater protection. Position the seat so you can wear the seat belt correctly, while being as far away from the front airbag as possible: Sit upright with both feet on the floor and...

  • Page 19: Seating And Safety

    Seating and Safety Restraints Folding Rear Seats Raising Rear Seats Model S has a split rear seat that can fold Before raising a rear seat, make sure that the forward. seat belts are not trapped behind the backrest. Before folding, remove items from the seats and the rear foot well.
  • Page 20 The seat belt reel automatically locks to The belt should not hang loose. If a seat belt prevent movement of occupants if Model S does not fully retract, contact Tesla. experiences a force associated with hard acceleration, braking, cornering, or an impact Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant in a collision.

  • Page 21: Seat Belts

    The mechanism should lock automatically and prevent further unreeling. If a seat belt fails any of these tests, contact Tesla immediately. For information about cleaning seat belts, see Seat Belts on page 104. If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not activate in an impact, this does not mean they malfunctioned.
  • Page 22 Warning: Seat belts that have been worn in an accident must be inspected or replaced by Tesla, even if damage to the assembly is not obvious. Warning: Seat belts that show signs of...
  • Page 23 If your Model S is equipped with the optional Tesla built-in rear facing child seats, these seats are child safety seats and are designed only for children within a specific height and weight range...
  • Page 24 Seating and Safety Restraints Warning: Laws that govern how and where children should be carried when traveling in a vehicle are subject to change. It is the driver’s responsibility to keep up to date on, and comply with, all current regulations in the region(s) where Model S is driven.To check the child passenger safety laws for your state, go to: http://www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/ childsafety_laws.html.

  • Page 25: Seating Larger Children

    Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Larger Children Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats If a child is too large to fit into a child safety seat, but too small to safely fit into the First, make sure that the child falls into the standard seat belts, use a booster seat correct weight range for the seat.

  • Page 26: Installing Latch Child Seats

    Seating and Safety Restraints children, use a seat belt retained seat in the center position. On vehicles without the center LATCH position, install LATCH seats in the outboard seating positions only and always use a seat belt retained seat in the center position. Allow the seat belt to retract, and remove all slack in the seat belt while firmly pushing the child safety seat into the...

  • Page 27: Attaching Upper Tether Straps

    Seating and Safety Restraints To install a LATCH retained child safety seat, Attaching Upper Tether Straps slide the safety seat latches onto the anchor If an upper tether strap is provided, attach its bars until they click into place. Carefully read hook to the anchor point located on the back and follow the instructions provided by the of the rear seats.
  • Page 28 Seating and Safety Restraints Warnings - Child Safety Seats Warning: Never leave a child unattended, even if the child is secured in a child Warning: Extreme hazard! Do not seat a safety seat. child on the front passenger seat even if Warning: Never use a child safety seat you are using a child safety seat.
  • Page 29 Note: Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla built-in rear facing child seats, it is recommended that you set the climate control system to draw outside air into Model S instead of recirculating the air.
  • Page 30 Seating and Safety Restraints Storing Caution: Before folding the seats, fasten the seat belts to prevent them from getting trapped in the seat mechanism and being damaged. Pull the handle to release the seat back and pull the seat back fully forward. Replace the cover on the trunk floor.

  • Page 31: Seating A Child

    Follow all instructions provided and do not use supplemental child safety seats in these seats. Note: Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla built-in rear facing child seats, it is recommended that you set the climate control system to draw outside air into Model S instead of recirculating the air.

  • Page 32: Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats

    Warning: Do not leave children unattended in Model S, even if the child is secured in a child safety seat or a Tesla built-in rear facing child seat. In hot weather, the interior temperature can reach dangerous levels that can result in dehydration, serious injury or death.

  • Page 33: Airbags

    Seating and Safety Restraints Location of Airbags Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown here. Airbag warning information is printed on the sun visors. Passenger knee airbag Passenger front airbag Side airbags Curtain airbags Driver’s knee airbag Driver’s front airbag Seating and Safety Restraints...
  • Page 34 Knee airbags and the front a person with disabilities in a way that may airbags airbags work together. The affect the airbag system, contact Tesla. knee airbags limit the forward motion of the front seat occupants by restricting leg movement, thereby...
  • Page 35 (off) if a collision occurs. above possibilities, and the airbag status is still incorrect, ask passengers to ride in the rear seats and contact Tesla to have the airbag system checked. Note: The front passenger seat’s sensing system affects the operation of the passenger front airbag only.

  • Page 36: Inflation Effects

    Model S. few seconds. If it remains lit, contact Tesla immediately and do not drive. Warning: Passengers should not lean their heads against the doors. Doing so can cause injury if a curtain airbag inflates.

  • Page 37: Driving

    Restoring a Driver’s Profile To adjust Model S based on a driver’s profile, touch the driver profile icon, located to the left side of the Tesla “T” on the touchscreen’s status bar. Then choose the driver and the saved adjustments are automatically made.
  • Page 38 • To choose what displays on the left • Standard - Tesla believes that this side of the instrument panel, press setting offers the best handling and and hold the scroll wheel to display response in all conditions.

  • Page 39: Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons

    For the highlighted item. When a menu is example, “Drive to Tesla in Menlo Park,” not displayed, rolling the wheel “Drive to Starbucks on Homestead in adjusts your chosen controllable Cupertino,”...

  • Page 40: Steering Wheel

    Driving name of the song, album, artist or combination. To improve voice recognition accuracy, provide multiple cues in your command, such as artist plus song (for example, “Play Honky Chateau by Elton John” or “Listen to Boogie Wonderland”). Horn To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel.

  • Page 41: Mirrors

    Driving Adjusting Exterior Side Mirrors Rear View Mirror Press the button associated with the mirror Except when in Reverse gear, the rear view you want to adjust (left or right). The button's mirror automatically dims in proportion to the light turns on and you can then press the dial level of glare from the headlights of a vehicle to move the mirror to the desired position.
  • Page 42 12V Power Socket on page 76 ). Or try using another key. If another key does not work, contact Tesla. A number of factors can affect whether Model S can detect the key. These include a low battery in the key, interference from other devices using radio signals, and objects between the key and receiver.

  • Page 43: Gears

    Driving Shifting Gears Park With Model S stopped, press the end of the When Model S is in Park, you must press the gear selector. Whenever Model S is in Park, brake to shift to another gear. the parking brake is applied. Move the lever up or down to change gears.

  • Page 44: Instrument Panel

    Driving Instrument Panel Overview Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software version, and market region, the information displayed may be slightly different. The center display changes depending on whether Model S is off or ready to drive. If Model S is off, the center displays shows remaining estimated range and status of doors.

  • Page 45: Indicator Lights

    Touch this icon to display a description of the alert. Indicator Description Airbag safety. If this indicator does not flash on briefly when Model S prepares to drive, or if it remains on, contact Tesla immediately. See Airbag Warning Indicator on page 34.

  • Page 46: Traction Control

    (light flashes). The traction control system has been disabled. See Traction Control on page A Smart Air Suspension fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Smart Air Suspension on page 73. Smart Air Suspension’s automatic self-leveling is disabled. In other words, Model S is in Jack mode and is ready to be lifted or pulled onto a transporter.
  • Page 47 Driving Indicator Description A parking brake fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Parking Brake on page An ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) fault is detected. See Brakes on page 56. Contact Tesla immediately. A brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low. See Brakes on page 56.
  • Page 48 Driving Indicator Description Model S is in Tow mode and can roll freely. It does not automatically shift into Park when you exit. See Instructions for Transporters on page 135. Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 49: Lights

    Driving Controlling Lights Touch Controls on the bottom left corner of the touchscreen to control most of the lights. In addition to the lights that you can control from the touchscreen, Model S has convenience lights that turn on and off automatically based on what you are doing. For example, you will notice interior lights, marker lights, tail lights, door handle lights, and puddle lights that turn on when you unlock Model S, when you open a door, and when you shift into Park.
  • Page 50 Driving If DOME lights are set to AUTO, interior All exterior lights dome (map) lights turn on when you (headlights, tail lights, side unlock Model S, open a door upon exiting, marker lights, parking or shift into P (Park). They turn off after lights, and license plate 60 seconds, when you lock Model S, or lights) turn off until you...

  • Page 51: Headlights After Exit

    Driving Headlight High Beams Cornering Lights Push the left-hand steering column lever away If Model S is equipped with the optional tech from you. To cancel, pull the lever toward you. package, LED cornering lights broaden the beam of the headlights whenever you drive through a corner.

  • Page 52: Turn Signals

    Driving Turn Signals Hazard Warning Flashers Move the left-hand steering column lever up Press the switch located to the left of the (before turning right) or down (before turning touchscreen to turn on the hazard warning left). flashers. All turn signals flash. Press again to turn off.
  • Page 53 Driving Wipers closer to the defrost vent, allowing you to thaw them by directing air from the climate To wipe the windshield, rotate the end of the control system towards the windshield. left-hand steering column lever away from If Model S is equipped with the cold weather you.

  • Page 54: Park Assist

    Driving How Park Assist Works detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects that are moving, If Model S is equipped with the Park Assist protruding, located too far above or option, both the front and rear bumpers below the sensors, or too close or too far include four sensors.
  • Page 55 Driving • One or more of the parking sensors is damaged, dirty, or covered (such as mud, ice, or snow). • Object is located below approximately 8 inches (20 cm) (such as a curb or low barrier). • Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, or fog) are interfering with sensor operation.

  • Page 56: Trip Information

    Driving Displaying Trip Information Trip information displays on the touchscreen when you touch Controls > Trips. There are two trip meters available, A and B. To reset a particular trip meter, touch its associated RESET. Note: You can also display range and trip information on the instrument panel (see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page...
  • Page 57 Driving Driving Tips to Maximize Range You can maximize your driving range using the same driving habits that you use to conserve fuel in a gasoline-powered vehicle. In addition to driving habits, energy consumption depends on environmental conditions (such as cold weather and hilly roads).

  • Page 58: Brakes

    If the instrument panel displays this service life and require replacement. To stop indicator at any time other than the squealing, contact Tesla Service. displaying briefly when you first start Warning: Neglecting to replace worn Model S, a brake system fault is...

  • Page 59: Regenerative Braking

    Driving Regenerative Braking When you release the accelerator, Model S slows down faster, reducing Whenever Model S is moving and your foot is the need to use the brakes. off the accelerator, regenerative braking slows • Low - limits the amount of down Model S and feeds any surplus energy regenerative braking.
  • Page 60 Driving How It Works The traction control system constantly monitors the difference in speed between the front and rear wheels. If Model S experiences a loss of traction, the traction control system minimizes wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power. The electronic stability control indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever the traction control...

  • Page 61: Cruise Control

    Driving Operating Cruise Control Cruise control makes it easy for you to maintain a consistent speed without holding your foot on the accelerator. This is useful when driving at the same speed over a long distance. You must be driving over 17 mph (27 km/h) to operate cruise control.
  • Page 62 Driving Canceling and Resuming Cruise control cancels automatically if you do either of the following: • Press the brake. • Drive below 17 mph (27 km/h). • Shift out of Drive. To cancel cruise control manually, briefly push the cruise control lever away from you. The message on the instrument panel turns off, but the set speed remains displayed until Model S powers off.

  • Page 63: Hill Start Assist

    Driving Hill Start Assist automatically engages the brakes for approximately one second when on a hill. This prevents Model S from rolling during the time it takes for you to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 64: Rear View Camera

    Driving Camera Location Cleaning the Camera To ensure a clear picture, keep the camera Model S is equipped with a rear view camera lens clean, and free of obstructions. Remove located above the rear license plate. any buildup of dirt by occasionally wiping the camera lens with a soft damp cloth.

  • Page 65: Using The Touchscreen

    Using the Touchscreen The Big Picture The main components of the touchscreen are shown here. To manually control the brightness and contrast, touch Controls > Displays. When set to Auto, the touchscreen changes between Day and Night brightness depending on ambient lighting conditions. Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only.

  • Page 66: Controls

    The top line displays provides shortcuts to Maximize/minimize app Charging, HomeLink, Driver Profiles, vehicle information (the Tesla “T”), Touch the small rectangle to expand the ® firmware updates, Bluetooth , and Wi-Fi associated app to fill the entire main settings.
  • Page 67 Using the Touchscreen Controlling Model S Features Touch Controls on the bottom corner of the touchscreen to control and customize all main features of Model S. Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software version and market region, the options available on the Controls screen may be different.
  • Page 68 Using the Touchscreen Close (similar to a conventional vehicle with an automatic transmission). You can Touch the circled X in the top left corner adjust this setting only when Model S of a window to close it (or you can touch is in Park.
  • Page 69 Using the Touchscreen Customizing Model S Touch the Settings tab on the Controls window to adjust Model S to suit your preferences. Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, firmware version, and market region, the options available on the Settings screen may be different.
  • Page 70 Using the Touchscreen Adjust settings associated with installed the key has been out of range for apps (applications). Apps that have no more than 48 hours, or if the key settings that you can adjust at this time remains within range for five minutes are grayed out.
  • Page 71 Using the Touchscreen • Remote access by Tesla’s mobile applications (see Mobile App on page 85). HomeLink If the HomeLink feature is available in your region, use it to control RF-enabled garage doors, lights, or security systems ® (see HomeLink Universal Transceiver page 82).

  • Page 72: Touchscreen Overview

    Using the Touchscreen Overview of Climate Controls The climate controls are always available at the bottom of the touchscreen. By default, climate control is set to Auto On, which maintains optimum comfort in all but the most severe weather conditions. When you adjust the temperature, the system automatically adjusts the heating, air conditioning, air distribution, air circulation, and fan speed to maintain your selected temperature.

  • Page 73: Customizing Climate Control

    Tesla built-in rear facing child seats. Air inside Model S is recirculated. This prevents outside air (traffic fumes) from...

  • Page 74: Climate Control Operating Tips

    • In very humid conditions, it is normal for from entering through the vents. Tesla the windshield to fog slightly when you replaces the air filter every 24,000 miles first turn on the air conditioning. This fog (40,000 km).

  • Page 75: Smart Air Suspension

    If the problem persists, passengers. contact Tesla. Jack Mode Before jacking or lifting, set the suspension to Jack mode to prevent the self-leveling that occurs even when Model S is powered off.

  • Page 76: Internet Radio

    Log Radio > XM Satellite Radio. Slacker You can use your own Slacker account or the one that Tesla has already set up for you. To use your own account, log in as described above. TuneIn TuneIn does not require an account for it to work.
  • Page 77 Using the Touchscreen Favorites My Music & Devices To play audio files from a USB-connected To add a currently playing radio flash drive or a Bluetooth-connected device, station or audio file to your Favorites touch Media > Browse > My Music & Devices. list, touch the Favorites icon on the The name of the device will be displayed.

  • Page 78: Usb Connections

    Using the Touchscreen USB Connections 12V Power Socket Your Model S has two USB connections Your Model S has a power socket located on located on the front of the center console. Use the front of the center console. Power from these connections to connect USB drives.
  • Page 79 Using the Touchscreen ® Bluetooth Compatibility the Bluetooth symbol next to the phone’s name to show that the connection is active. You can use your Bluetooth-capable phone hands-free in Model S provided your phone is Importing Contacts within operating range. Although Bluetooth typically supports wireless communication Once paired, you can use the Bluetooth over distances of up to approximately 30 feet...

  • Page 80: Phone

    Using the Touchscreen Connecting to a Paired Phone Receiving a Phone Call Model S automatically connects with the last When your phone receives an incoming call, phone to which it was connected, provided it both the instrument panel and the is within operating range and has Bluetooth touchscreen display the caller’s number or turned on.

  • Page 81: Maps And Navigation

    Using the Touchscreen Overview Whenever the map is in the Heading Up orientation (where Touch the Map (or Nav) icon to view and North is not at the top), a compass search for a location on Google Maps . If appears on the map.
  • Page 82 Using the Touchscreen as you drive, the map shows your location on the map. During navigation, the instrument panel also displays directions to your destination and you hear spoken instructions. Favorite Destinations If you frequently navigate to a destination, you may want to add it as a Favorite to avoid having to enter the location's name or address each time.
  • Page 83 Using the Touchscreen About the Security System If Model S does not detect a key nearby and a locked door or trunk is opened, an alarm sounds and headlights and turn signals flash. To deactivate the alarm, press any button on the key.

  • Page 84: Universal Transceiver

    Using the Touchscreen ® About HomeLink If Model S is equipped with the optional tech ® package, you can program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver to operate up to three garage doors, gates, lights, and security systems that can transmit Radio Frequency (RF) signals.

  • Page 85: Software Updates

    Note: You can also use a mobile hotspot or your phone's Internet connection via Wi-Fi tethering. Note: At Tesla service centers, Model S automatically connects to a Tesla Service Wi- Fi access point. Using the Touchscreen...
  • Page 86 The first time you enter Model S release notes. To display release notes at any after an update is made available, a time touch the Tesla “T” at the top center of scheduling window displays on the the touchscreen, then touch Release Notes.

  • Page 87: Mobile App

    Using the Touchscreen Model S Mobile App The Tesla Model S mobile app allows you to communicate with Model S remotely using ® ™ your iPhone or Android phone. With this app, you can check charging progress, start and stop charging, heat or cool Model S, locate Model S or track its movement, flash lights, honk the horn, lock and unlock, and more.

  • Page 88: Charging

    Charging High Voltage Components Battery Warning: The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts. Do not DC-DC converter and junction box disassemble, remove or replace high High voltage cabling (colored orange) voltage components, cables or 10 kW on-board master charger connectors.

  • Page 89: Charging Model S

    Charging Charging Equipment Charging equipment designed specifically to charge your Model S is available from Tesla. A Tesla Wall Connector, which installs in your garage, is the fastest way to charge Model S at home. In several market regions, Model S is equipped...

  • Page 90: About The Battery

    Warning: The Battery has no parts that an for towing expenses. Discharge-related owner or a non-Tesla authorized service towing expenses are not covered under the technician can service. Under no Roadside Assistance policy.
  • Page 91 With Model S unlocked, or a recognized key nearby, press and release the button on a Plugging In Tesla charge cable. If desired, use the touchscreen to change the If the cable you are using does not have this charge limit and the charging current.
  • Page 92 Stop Charging on the touchscreen. To disconnect the charge cable: Press and hold the button on a Tesla connector to release the latch. Pull the connector from the charge port. Push the charge port door closed.

  • Page 93: Changing Charge Settings

    Note: If Model S automatically reduced a charging location's current because of fluctuations in input power (see the note Charging Status on page 92), Tesla recommends charging at the lower current until the underlying problem is resolved and the charging location can provide consistent power.

  • Page 94: Charging Status

    Current being supplied/Total current as a precaution. Although you can manually available from the connected power increase it, Tesla recommends charging at the supply (see Changing Charge Settings lower current until the underlying problem is page 91).

  • Page 95: Maintenance

    Brake fluid - every 2 years or 24,000 miles maintain the correct tire pressures, and take (40,000 km), whichever comes first. Model S to Tesla at the regularly scheduled • Battery coolant - every 4 years or 48,000 maintenance intervals of every 12 months, or miles (80,000 km), whichever comes first.

  • Page 96: Maintaining Tire Pressures

    98). is dangerously under-inflated. Warning: Do not use any tire sealant other than the type provided in a Tesla tire repair kit. Other types can cause tire pressure sensors to malfunction. If your Model S did not include a tire repair kit, you can purchase one from Tesla Motors.

  • Page 97: Temporary Tire Repair

    Tesla. This allows you to slowly drive Model S to Tesla or to a nearby tire repair facility (see Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel Alignment Temporary Tire Repair on page 99).

  • Page 98: Replacing Tires And Wheels

    If this is not possible, replace the recommendations on winter tires, contact tires in pairs (both front or both rear). When Tesla. replacing tires, always re-balance and check Warning: On dry roads, winter tires could the alignment of wheels.

  • Page 99: Tire Pressure Monitoring

    Model S, stop and (Performance Plus models), the TPMS may investigate immediately. generate false tire pressure warnings. Bring Model S to a Tesla Service center for further adjustment. Tire Pressure Monitoring Note: The TPMS sensors do not need to be Each tire should be checked monthly when reset after replacing a tire or rotating wheels.
  • Page 100 Tesla service technician who can perform a brief setup procedure. If a non-Tesla service center repairs or replaces a tire, the tire sensor will not work until Tesla performs the setup procedure. TPMS Malfunction Model S has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.

  • Page 101: Tire Repair Kit

    Maintenance Tire Repair Kit Tire Sealant Canister The tire sealant provided in the Tesla tire Your Model S has no spare tire. Depending on repair kit is approved for use with Model S and the legislations that apply to the region in...

  • Page 102: Inflating With Sealant And Air

    Maintenance Inflating with Sealant and Air If you have a Tesla tire repair kit, follow these steps to temporarily repair a small tire puncture (less than 1/4” (6 mm)). Stop Model S in a safe place away from traffic and ask passengers to wait in a safe area.

  • Page 103: Inflating With Air Only

    Maintenance Inflating with Air Only If you have a Tesla tire repair kit, follow these steps to inflate a tire with air: Detach the power supply connector from the rear of the compressor and plug it into the 12V power socket located in Model S on the front of center console.

  • Page 104: Replacing The Sealant Canister

    Maintenance Replacing the Sealant Canister If you have a Tesla tire repair kit, you can purchase additional or replacement canisters of tire sealant from Tesla. Follow these steps to replace the canister in your Tesla tire repair kit: Unwrap the clear hose from the compressor.

  • Page 105: Cleaning

    Maintenance Cleaning the Exterior Cautions for Exterior Cleaning Caution: Do not use windshield treatment To prevent damage to the paint, immediately fluids. Doing so can interfere with wiper remove corrosive substances (bird droppings, friction and cause a chattering sound. tree resin, dead insects, tar spots, road salt, industrial fallout, etc).

  • Page 106: Cleaning The Interior

    (such as micro fiber) dampened with a Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats mixture of warm water and mild non- detergent cleaner (test all cleaners on a Vacuum the seats to remove any loose dirt.

  • Page 107: Floor Mats

    To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when Model S is not being used, use a To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the genuine Tesla car cover. Car covers can be body, you can occasionally treat the paint purchased from Tesla.
  • Page 108 Maintenance Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades To make wiper blades easy to access, turn off the wipers, shift Model S into Park, then use the touchscreen to move them to the service position. Touch Controls > Settings > Vehicle > Service Mode > ON. Note: Wipers automatically return to their normal position when you shift Model S out of Park.
  • Page 109 Maintenance Cleaning Washer Jets The position of the windshield washers is set at the factory and should never need adjusting. If a windshield washer becomes blocked, use a thin strand of wire to clear any blockages from the nozzle. Warning: Do not operate the washers while cleaning Model S.
  • Page 110 Maneuver the maintenance panel toward Fluid Level Check the windshield to remove. Tesla checks the Battery coolant level at the regularly scheduled maintenance intervals. To check it yourself, park Model S on level ground. When Model S is cool, remove the...

  • Page 111: Checking Brake Fluid

    MIN mark. Topping Up the Brake Fluid Do not top up your brake fluid. Tesla service does this when you bring Model S in for regular servicing. The following instructions...

  • Page 112: Fluid Reservoirs

    Model S as soon as safe to do so, and contact Tesla. Caution: Do not spill washer fluid on body panels. Doing so can cause damage. Wipe up spills immediately and wash the affected area with water.

  • Page 113: Fuses

    Fuse box 3 (see Fuse Box 3 on page 116). relays. If one of these fails, contact Tesla. If Model S is equipped with the cold weather Warning: Always manually power Model S option, an additional fuse box (4) is located...
  • Page 114 Note: Access to fuse box 1 requires removal of components that must be performed by a Tesla service technician. The following fuse list is provided only to assist you in determining if a fuse in this box needs to be replaced. Contact Tesla Service if one of these fuses needs to be replaced. Fuse...
  • Page 115 Maintenance Fuse Rating Circuit Protected Not used In-vehicle HVAC sensor Cabin air heater logic 15 A Coolant pump 1 Inlet actuators 15 A Coolant pump 2 Cabin climate control 15 A Coolant pump 3 Not used 10 A Thermal controller Maintenance...
  • Page 116 Maintenance Fuse Box 2 Fuse Rating Circuit Protected 25 A Window lift motor (right rear) 10 A Contactor power 25 A Window lift motor (right front) Not used 10 A Door controls (right side) Not used 30 A Rear center seat heaters, washer/wiper de-ice (cold weather option) 15 A 12V power socket 25 A...
  • Page 117 Maintenance Fuse Rating Circuit Protected Instrument panel Siren, intrusion/tilt sensor (Europe only) 20 A Touchscreen 30 A Heated rear window Battery management system Not used 30 A Left front electric seat 30 A Right front electric seat 25 A Cabin fan Not used Not used Maintenance...
  • Page 118 Maintenance Fuse Box 3 Fuse Rating Circuit Protected 40 A Condenser fan (left) 40 A Condenser fan (right) 40 A Vacuum pump 20 A 12V drive rail (cabin) Power steering 25 A Stability control 20 A Headlights - high/low beam 30 A Light - exterior/interior Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 119: Fuse Box

    Tesla service technician. The following fuse list is provided only to assist you in determining if a fuse in this box needs to be replaced. Contact Tesla Service if one of these fuses needs to be replaced.
  • Page 120 Maintenance Jacking Procedure Follow the steps below to lift Model S. Ensure that any non-Tesla repair facility is aware of these lifting points. Position Model S centrally between the lift posts. If your Model S is equipped with Smart Air Suspension, it automatically self-levels, even when power is off.

  • Page 121: Parts And Accessories

    Body Repairs If Model S is in a collision, contact Tesla to ensure that it is repaired with genuine Tesla parts. Tesla has selected collision repair centers that meet strict requirements for training, equipment, quality, and customer satisfaction.

  • Page 122: Specifications

    Specifications Vehicle Identification Number You can find the VIN at the following locations: • The top of the dashboard, stamped on a plate that can be seen by looking through the windshield. • Stamped on the chassis. Can be seen by removing the maintenance panel (see Removing the Maintenance Panel on page...

  • Page 123: Load Capacity Labeling

    Specifications Load Capacity Labeling Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label It is important to understand how much provides: weight your Model S can safely carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight • The maximum number of occupant and includes the weight of all occupants, seating positions.

  • Page 124: Calculating Load Limits

    Specifications Vehicle Certification Label available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 lbs (1400 ‑ 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or The Vehicle Certification label provides: 295 kg (635 ‑ 340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg. • GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The Determine the combined weight of cargo maximum allowable total mass of Model S.

  • Page 125: Towing A Trailer

    Specifications Towing a Trailer Warning: Do not tow a trailer. Model S does not support a trailer hitch. Installing one could damage Model S and increase the risk of an accident. Specifications...
  • Page 126 Specifications Exterior Dimensions Overall Length 196 in 4,970 mm Overall Width (including mirrors) 86.2 in 2,189 mm Overall Width (excluding mirrors) 77.3 in 1,963 mm Overall Height 56.5 in 1,427 mm Wheel Base 116.5 in 2,960 mm Overhang - Front 37 in 929 mm Overhang - Rear...
  • Page 127 Specifications Motor Type AC induction motor, liquid-cooled, with variable frequency drive Rating 375 Volts Maximum Speed 16000 rpm Transmission Type Single speed fixed gear Overall Final Drive Ratio 9.73:1 Reverse Gear Reverse direction of motor, limited to 24 km/h Steering Type Rack and pinion with electronic power steering...
  • Page 128 Specifications Brakes 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Type Integrated Advanced Stability Control and Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system Calipers Four piston fixed Front: 13.98”/355 mm Rotor Diameters (ventilated) Rear: 14.37”/365 mm New: 1.26”/32 mm Front Rotor thickness Service limit: 1.18”/30 mm New: 1.10”/28 mm...
  • Page 129 Specifications Battery - High Voltage Type Liquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion) Rating 60 or 85 kWh (at beginning of life) Voltage and Polarity 366V DC negative (-) ground Temperature Range Do not expose Model S to ambient temperatures above 140° F (60° C) or below -22°...

  • Page 130: Jacking And Lifting

    Specifications Wheel Specifications Wheel Type Location Size Offset 1.575" Front 8.0J x 19 40 mm 19" 1.575" Rear 8.0J x 19 40 mm 1.575" 21" - Silver (standard) Front 8.5J x 21 40 mm 1.575" 21" - Grey (standard) Rear 8.5J x 21 40 mm 21"...

  • Page 131: Specifications

    Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the driver’s door pillar and is visible when the driver’s door is open (see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 94). Winter tires (Pirelli P245/45R19) can be purchased from a Tesla store. Specifications...

  • Page 132: Understanding Tire Markings

    Specifications Understanding Tire Markings Laws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire.It also provides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. Model S Owner's Manual...
  • Page 133 Specifications Tire category. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles. Tire width. This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. Aspect ratio. This 2-digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width.

  • Page 134: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Specifications Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), The following information relates to the tire B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to grading system developed by the National the generation of heat and its ability to Highway Traffic Safety Administration dissipate heat when tested under controlled (NHTSA), which grades tires by tread wear,...

  • Page 135: Wheels And Tires Glossary

    Pounds per square inch (the unit used to measure tire pressure). Recommended Tire Inflation Tire inflation pressure, established by Tesla, which is based on Pressure the type of tires that are mounted on the vehicle at the factory. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the door pillar.

  • Page 136: Roadside Assistance

    For a complete description of the terms and conditions of the Tesla Roadside Assistance Program, refer to the policy that was provided to you by Tesla when you purchased Model S. It is your responsibility to provide vehicle transporters with instructions on how to...
  • Page 137 Activate Tow Mode Use a flatbed trailer only, unless otherwise Model S may automatically shift into Park specified by Tesla. Do not transport Model S when it detects the driver leaving the vehicle, with the tires directly on the ground.
  • Page 138 Roadside Assistance Connect the Tow Chain The method used to connect the tow chain depends on whether Model S is equipped with a towing eye (located in the front trunk). If not equipped with a towing eye: Insert the towing eye. Fully insert the towing eye (found in the front trunk) into the opening on the right side, then turn it counter-clockwise until...
  • Page 139 Roadside Assistance Pull Onto the Trailer and Secure the Wheels Secure wheels using chocks and tie-down straps: • Ensure any metal parts on the tie-down straps do not contact painted surfaces or the face of the wheels. • Do not place straps over body panels or through the wheels.

  • Page 140: Consumer Information

    • Officially requested by the police or other Tesla "T" at the top center of the touchscreen, authorities. then touching the Release Notes link. If •...

  • Page 141: California Proposition 65

    Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and whole or in part, without the prior written related accessories contain lead and lead permission of Tesla Motors, Inc. and its compounds. Wash hands after handling. licensors. Additional information is available upon request. The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of Tesla Motors, Inc.

  • Page 142: Contacting Tesla

    Contacting Tesla For detailed information about your Model S, go to www.teslamotors.com, click the MY TESLA link, then enter your login credentials (or sign up to get these credentials). If you have any questions or concerns about your Model S, call 1-877-79TESLA (1-877‑798-3752).

  • Page 143: Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    Key and Passive Unlocking System Any changes or modifications to the device not expressly approved by the manufacturer or Tesla Motors could void the user’s authority FCC Certification to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 144 Tesla built-in rear facing air suspension cleaning air vents climate controls airbags console alarm 12V power socket anti-lock braking (ABS)

  • Page 145: Identification Labels

    Index electric parking brake hazard warning flashers emergency flashers head supports emergency rear door opening headlights emission label after exit energy cornering lights gained from regenerative braking heated wipers range information heating tips to minimize usage of height adjustments (suspension) energy saving mode automatic and manual settings event data recording...
  • Page 146 Index FCC and IC certifications how to use key not inside navigation ordering extras Neutral gear replacing battery NHTSA, contacting keyless entry occupancy sensor label odometer Tire and Loading Information on instrument panel vehicle certification resetting trip odometer lane change flash overhang dimensions LATCH child seats, installing Owner Information, about...

  • Page 147: Security Settings

    Tesla built-in rear facing tire markings security settings tire sealant service data recording traction grade service intervals treadwear grade Settings winter shifting gears...

  • Page 148: Vehicle Loading

    Index trunk, front trunk, rear unlocking and locking doors unlocking when key doesn't work USB devices connecting playing audio files from USB ports vehicle certification label Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) vehicle loading vent, sunroof ventilation VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) volume control walk-away locking Wall Connector warning flashers...

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