Tesla X Owner's Manual page 71

3. Peel back the carpet to expose Model X's
4-pin connector on the wiring harness.
4. Connect the pigtail connector to Model
X's wiring connector.
Warning: Towing increases your stopping
distance, even when the trailer is
equipped with its own braking system.
When towing, increase your following
distance and avoid situations that could
potentially cause heavy braking. Failure to
do so can result in a collision.
Warning: Observe all regulations and
legal requirements in your regional and
national jurisdictions that apply
specifically to trailer towing and brake
requirements. Many regions require a
breakaway switch, located on the tongue
of the trailer, to activate the trailer brakes
in the event that the trailer separates
from the vehicle. Failure to comply with
regulations can compromise your safety.
Warning: Carefully follow the instructions
provided by the trailer brake
manufacturer to ensure that trailer brakes
are properly installed, adjusted, and
maintained. Tesla is not responsible for
damages caused by incorrect installation
of trailer braking systems.
Warning: Never attempt to connect trailer
brakes directly to the Model X braking
system. Doing so can cause damage to
Model X and the trailer, and can cause the
braking system to malfunction, resulting
in serious injury or death.
Driving
Towing a Trailer
While Towing a Trailer
Model X is designed primarily as a passenger-
carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer puts
additional load on the motor, drive train,
brakes, tires and suspension and significantly
decreases range. If you decide to tow a trailer,
proceed with caution and follow these general
guidelines:
• Reduce your driving speed and avoid
sudden maneuvers. Keep in mind that
when towing a trailer, steering, stability,
turning radius, stopping distance and
braking performance are different when
compared to driving without a trailer.
• Increase your following distance by
maintaining twice the distance from a
vehicle ahead. This helps to avoid
situations that require heavy braking.
Sudden braking may result in skidding or
jack-knifing, and loss of control.
• Avoid very sharp turns. Sharp turns can
cause the trailer to contact Model X and
cause damage. Keep in mind that the
trailer wheels are closer to the inside of
the turn than the vehicle's wheels.
Therefore, make wider turns to prevent
the trailer from hitting curbs, road signs,
trees or other objects.
• Periodically check the trailer's lights and
turn signals to confirm that bulbs are still
working. When towing a trailer, the turn
signal arrows on the Model X instrument
cluster flash as normal, even if the bulbs
on the trailer are burned out.
• Periodically check that cargo remains
secure.
• Periodically check that the trailer brakes
are still working.
• Avoid parking on a grade (see below).
• Regularly check that all towing
components are securely tightened.
Parking with a Trailer
Whenever possible, avoid parking on a grade.
However, if parking on a grade is absolutely
necessary, place wheel chocks under the
trailer's wheels:
• Press and hold the brake pedal.
• Have a second person place the wheel
chocks under the wheels on the
downgrade side of the tires.
• When the chocks are in place, release the
brake pedal, making sure the chocks are
holding the weight of the vehicle and
trailer.
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