Tesla S Owner's Manual page 122

Keep Climate On and Dog Mode
The Keep Climate On and Dog settings allow you to keep the climate control system running when
in Park, even after you've left Model S. Both settings are useful when it is important to maintain
the cabin temperature in hot or cold weather conditions (for example, when leaving groceries in
Model S on hot days, you may want to use Keep Climate On to prevent spoilage). Dog mode
keeps your pet comfortable while also displaying the current cabin temperature on the
touchscreen so people nearby are informed that your pet does not need to be rescued.
Note: To initiate Keep Climate On or Dog Mode, the Battery's charge level must be at least 20%.
To operate Keep Climate On or Dog Mode:
1. Engage the Park gear. The Keep Climate On and Dog settings are available only when Model S
is in Park.
2. If necessary, adjust the climate settings.
3. Touch the fan icon then touch Keep Climate On or Dog.
The climate control system maintains your climate settings until you shift out of Park or manually
turn it off. If the Battery's charge level drops to ten percent, the climate control system
automatically turns off and the Tesla mobile app sends you a notification reminding you to check
on anything that you have left in Model S.
The next time you drive Model S, the climate control system continues operating using the
previous settings from your most recent trip.
Note: The intrusion sensor (if equipped) automatically disables when Keep Climate On or Dog
mode is active. However, you can override this behavior and keep the intrusion sensor enabled. To
do so, touch Controls > Safety & Security > Tilt/Intrusion after enabling Keep Climate On or Dog
mode. However, note that keeping the intrusion sensor enabled when Keep Climate On or Dog
Mode is active can trigger an alarm event as a result of air movement inside the cabin.
Note: Software updates can not be performed when Smart Preconditioning, Dog Mode or Keep
Climate On is active.
Warning: You can adjust the climate control system remotely using the mobile app. However,
if you use the mobile app to turn off the climate control system, Keep Climate On and Dog
Mode stop operating.
Warning: Keep Climate On and Dog Mode turn off when the battery charge drops to 20%.
Avoid using when the battery charge is low. When leaving a dog or pet in Model S, you must
ensure that you have your phone with you and that the Tesla mobile app is running. This
allows you to proactively monitor the cabin temperature. To ensure the safety and comfort of
your dog or pet, always make sure you have adequate cellular coverage to receive
notifications and allow enough time to return to Model S should the climate control system
stop operating—on hot days, the cabin temperature can become dangerously high within a
few minutes.
Warning: Check local laws for any restrictions on leaving pets unattended in your vehicle.
Warning: Never leave a child unattended in your vehicle.
Using the Touchscreen
Climate Controls
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