Stabilizing Model S - Tesla 2012 Model S Emergency Response Manual

STABILIZING MODEL S

CHOCK ALL FOUR WHEELS
Drivers can choose a setting that determines whether or not Model S will
"creep" when a driving gear is selected. If this setting is off, Model S does
not move unless the accelerator is pressed, even if shifted into Drive or
Reverse. Therefore, never assume that Model S will not move. Always
chock the wheels.
WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage
components can result in serious injury or death.
SHIFT INTO PARK
Model S is silent so never assume it is powered off. Pressing the
accelerator pedal even slightly can cause Model S to move quickly if the
currently active gear is Drive or Reverse. To ensure that the parking brake
is engaged, press the button on the end of the gear selector to shift into
Park. Whenever Model S is in Park, the parking brake is automatically
engaged.
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