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  • Page 1 MODEL S OWNER'S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Front and Rear Seats............... 17 Specifications..........162 Seat Belts..................21 Identification Labels.............. 162 Child Safety Seats..............24 Vehicle Loading............... 163 Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats....... 31 Dimensions and Weights............. 166 Airbags..................35 Subsystems................168 Wheels and Tires..............170 Driving...............39 Driver Profiles................39 Roadside Assistance........

  • Page 3: Overview

    Interior Overview Interior door handles (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 6) Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 76) and Autosteer (Autosteer on page 82) High beams (High Beam Headlights on page 57), Turn signals (Turn Signals on page 57), Wipers and washers (Wipers and Washers...

  • Page 4: Exterior Overview

    Exterior Overview Exterior lights (Lights on page 54) Door handles (Using Exterior Door Handles on page 6) Sunroof (optional) (Sunroof on page 15) Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 140) Driver Assistance cameras (About Driver Assistance on page 73) Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 44) Hood/Front trunk...

  • Page 5: Doors

    Model S has sensors Model S, with the Tesla badge representing around the driver's door that can recognize the front. The key has three buttons that feel the presence of a key within a range of like softer areas on the surface.
  • Page 6 If you lose a key or require an additional one, liquids. Avoid contact with solvents, contact Tesla. Model S can recognize up to waxes and abrasive cleaners. three keys. When ordering a new key for Model S, take all Replacing the Key Battery available keys with you for reprogramming.
  • Page 7 Doors Using Exterior Door Handles Opening Doors from the Interior A light press on a door handle extends it, To open a door, pull the interior door handle provided Model S detects a valid key nearby toward you. and Passive Entry is on. You can set the door handles to extend automatically whenever you approach the driver’s side carrying the key.

  • Page 8: Opening And Closing

    Doors Child-protection Lock Unlocking When the Key Doesn't Work Model S has child-protection locks on the rear doors and liftgate to prevent them from being If Model S does not unlock when you walk up opened using interior handles. Use the to it, or when you press the unlock button on touchscreen to turn child protection locks on your key, the key’s battery may be dead.
  • Page 9 Doors Opening Interior Doors with No Power If Model S has no electrical power, the front doors open as usual using the interior door handles. To open the rear doors, fold back the edge of the carpet below the rear seats to expose the mechanical release cable.

  • Page 10: Windows

    Windows Opening and Closing Locking Windows Press down on a switch to lower the To prevent passengers from using the rear associated window. Window switches operate window switches, press the rear window lock at two levels: switch. The switch light turns on. To unlock rear windows, press the switch again.

  • Page 11: Rear Trunk

    Rear Trunk Opening must proactively monitor the liftgate to ensure that it does not come into contact To open the rear trunk, do one of the with a person or object. Failure to do so following: may result in damage or serious injury. •...

  • Page 12: Interior Release

    Model S has no electrical power. This mechanical release also Note: If Model S is not equipped with the Tesla allows a person locked inside to get out. Rear Facing Child Seats, the switch may appear to exist, but it will be inactive and pressing it does not release the liftgate.

  • Page 13: Front Trunk

    Front Trunk Opening To open the front trunk: Ensure that the area around the hood is free of obstacles. Touch Controls > Front Trunk on the touchscreen, double-click the front trunk button on the key, or touch the front trunk button on the mobile app.
  • Page 14 Front Trunk Note: The interior release button glows following a brief exposure to ambient light. Warning: People should never climb inside the front trunk. Never shut the front trunk when a person is inside. Warning: Care should be taken to ensure that objects inside the front trunk do not bump against the release button, causing the trunk to accidentally open.

  • Page 15: Glove Box

    Glove Box Opening and Closing To open the glove box, press the switch located on the side 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

    Sunroof Opening and Closing Warning: Before closing the sunroof, ensure that occupants, especially If your Model S is equipped with a sunroof, children, do not have any body part touch Controls > Sunroof on the touchscreen extended through the sunroof opening. to operate it.

  • Page 17: Cup Holders

    Cup Holders Opening and Closing To expose a front cup holder, slide back the armrest. To expose rear cup holders (if available on your vehicle), press and release the cup holder face plate located at the back of the center console.

  • Page 18: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Front and Rear Seats 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: Folding Rear Seats

    Front and Rear Seats Warning: Riding in a moving vehicle with Folding Rear Seats the seat back reclined can result in Model S has a split rear seat that can fold serious injuries in a collision, as you could forward. slide under the lap belt or be propelled into the seat belt.

  • Page 20: Seat Heaters

    Front and Rear Seats Raising Rear Seats Before raising a rear seat, make sure that the seat belts are not trapped behind the backrest. Pull the seat back upward until it locks into place. To confirm that the seat back is locked in the upright position, try pulling it forward.

  • Page 21: Seat Covers

    Front and Rear Seats Seat Covers Warning: Do not use seat covers on Model S. Doing so could restrict deployment of the seat-mounted side air bags if a collision occurs. It can also reduce the accuracy of the occupant detection system. Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 22: Seat Belts

    If the reminder so that the seat belt is positioned light continues to stay on, contact correctly. Tesla. Release the button on the shoulder anchor so that it locks into position. 4. Without pressing the button, pull on the...

  • Page 23: Testing Seat Belts

    Ensure there is no obstruction that prevents the belt from fully retracting. The belt should not hang loose. If a seat belt does not fully retract, contact Tesla. Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant Do not put the lap or shoulder sections of the seat belt over the abdominal area.
  • Page 24 Warning: Seat belts that have been worn in a collision must be inspected or replaced by Tesla, even if damage to the assembly is not obvious. Warning: Seat belts that show signs of...

  • Page 25: Child Safety Seats

    Child Safety Seats Guidelines for Seating Children Your Model S seat belts in the front and second row seats are designed for adults and larger children. You must restrain infants and small children in the second row seats only, and you must use a suitable child safety seat appropriate for the child’s age, weight, and size.
  • Page 26 Child Safety Seats 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 (see Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats on page 31).
  • Page 27 Child Safety Seats Choosing a Child Safety Seat All children age 12 and under should ride in the rear (second row) seats. Always use a child safety seat suitable for a young child’s age and weight. Infants Toddlers Young children Birth to 1 year* Over 1 year* 4 years and...

  • Page 28: Seating Larger Children

    Child Safety Seats Seating Larger Children Note: An automatic locking retractor disengages only when the seat belt is If a child is too large to fit into a child safety unbuckled and fully retracted. The belt can seat, but too small to safely fit into the then be worn as a normal belt, sliding freely in standard seat belts, use a booster seat and out and locking tight only in an...

  • Page 29: Attaching Upper Tether Straps

    Child Safety Seats Once installed, test the security of the installation before seating a child. Attempt to twist the child safety seat from side to side and try to pull it away from the seat, then check to ensure the anchors remain securely in place.
  • Page 30 Child Safety Seats Always position single-strap tethers to run endangered in a crash if their child over the top of the head support. restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. Note: To prevent the single-strap tether from moving side to side, the top of the head Warning: According to collision statistics, support deforms.
  • Page 31 Child Safety Seats the seat inspected or replaced as described in the child safety seat manufacturer’s instructions. Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 32: Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats

    4. Pull the handle to release the head Note: Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla supports from the seat back, then pull the built-in rear facing child seats, it is head supports toward you to unfold them.
  • Page 33 Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats Pull the handle to release the seat back Replace the cover on the trunk floor. and pull the seat back fully forward. Push the lever to release the head supports from the seat back, then fold back onto the seat.

  • Page 34: 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 35 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 36: Airbags

    Airbags Location of Airbags Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown here. Airbag warning information is printed on the sun visors. Model S is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt at both front outboard seating positions. The airbag is a supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants, including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.

  • Page 37: How The Airbags Work

    If you are planning to modify your vehicle for a occupants by restricting leg movement, person with disabilities in a way that may thereby positioning the occupants so that affect the airbag system, contact Tesla. the front airbags work more effectively. • Side airbags: Side airbags protect the thorax region of the torso and the pelvis.

  • Page 38: Inflation Effects

    Airbags Passenger Front Airbag indicator. If it fails to do so, contact Tesla service immediately and seat passengers in Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front the rear seating positions only. passenger seat that controls the status of the If the passenger airbag is permanently off, airbags based on the weight of the occupant.

  • Page 39: Airbag Warnings

    If it remains lit, contact Tesla immediately and do Warning: Following inflation, some airbag not drive. components are hot. Do not touch until they have cooled.

  • Page 40: Driving

    Driver Profiles Creating a Driver Profile Easy Entry You can define an Easy Entry setting that You only need to adjust Model S once. When moves the steering wheel and driver's seat to you first adjust the driver’s seat, steering make it easy to enter and exit Model S.

  • Page 41: Valet Mode

    With Model S in Park, touch the driver profile Note: Model S only detects one key at a time. icon, located to the left of the Tesla "T" on the The driver profile is linked to the key that is touchscreen's status bar, then touch Valet detected by the vehicle at that time.

  • Page 42: Steering Wheel

    As you adjust feels easier to drive and park. volume, the instrument panel displays • Standard - Tesla believes that this the volume level and whether you are setting offers the best handling and adjusting volume for media, response in most conditions.
  • Page 43 Steering Wheel • To choose what displays on the left side of the instrument panel, press the scroll wheel briefly until the available options are displayed. Roll the scroll wheel to choose Empty, Car Status, Clock, Media, Energy or Trips, etc. When the option you want is highlighted, tap the scroll wheel.
  • Page 44 For example, “Where is Stanford University?”, “Drive to Tesla in Palo Alto”, or “Navigate to Starbucks on Homestead in Cupertino”. If you have defined a navigation address for your home or work locations, you can use a voice command to navigate there by saying "Navigate home"...

  • Page 45: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting Exterior Side Mirrors The driver’s side mirror automatically dims at night, in proportion to the level of glare from Press the button associated with the mirror the headlights of a vehicle behind you (except you want to adjust (left or right). The button's when in Reverse gear).

  • Page 46: Starting And Powering Off

    Park then pressing and holding both scroll wheels on the steering wheel until the touchscreen turns black, releasing when the Tesla logo appears. Within approximately 30 seconds, the touchscreen restarts. If the touchscreen is still unresponsive or demonstrating unusual behavior, contact Tesla.

  • Page 47: Gears

    Gears Shifting Gears Drive Push the lever all the way down and release. When Model S is in Park, you must press the You can shift into Drive when Model S is brake to shift to another gear. stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) Move the lever up or down to change gears.
  • Page 48 Gears When Tow mode is active, Model S displays this indicator light on the instrument panel, along with a message telling you that Model S will roll freely. Note: In Tow mode, Model S does not shift into a driving gear. To cancel Tow mode, shift into Park or touch Tow mode again.

  • Page 49: Instrument Panel

    When you press the brake, indicator lights flash on briefly along the top. Unless an indicator light applies to a current situation, it should turn off. If an indicator light fails to turn on or off, contact Tesla. 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.
  • Page 50 Model S is driven over 4.5 mph (7 km/h). See Smart Air Suspension on page 116. A Smart Air Suspension fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Smart Air Suspension on page 116. A brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low. See...
  • Page 51 Indicator Description The parking brake is manually applied. See Parking Brake on page 62. A parking brake fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Parking Brake on page 62. Vehicle Hold is actively applying the brakes. See Vehicle Hold on page 66.
  • Page 52 Instrument Panel Indicator Description Flashes green when the right turn signal is operating. Both turn signal indicators flash green when the hazard warning flashers are operating. Driving...
  • Page 53 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel - Driving When Model S is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current driving status and a real-time visualization of the road as detected by Model S's Driver Assistance components (see About Driver Assistance on page 73).
  • Page 54 Instrument Panel Pay attention to important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are in effect, you can view information about them by touching the alert icon (exclamation mark) on the touchscreen’s status bar (the topmost area of the touchscreen). Use the right steering wheel buttons to change what displays on the right side of the instrument panel whenever a phone call is not active (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons...

  • Page 55: Lights

    Lights Controlling Lights Touch Controls on the bottom 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 56 Lights If you turn on DOME lights, all interior dome (map) lights turn on when you unlock Model S, open a door upon exiting, or shift into P (Park). They turn off after 60 seconds, when you lock Model S, or when you shift into a driving gear. If set to AUTO, dome lights turn on only when little or no light is detected.
  • Page 57 Lights Exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, side marker lights, parking lights, and license plate lights) are set to AUTO each time you start Model S. Exterior lights automatically turn on when driving in low lighting AUTO conditions. If you change to a different setting, lights always revert to this AUTO setting on your next drive.
  • Page 58 Auto High Beam is on and is detecting light in front of If the AFS fails, the instrument panel Model S. When light is no longer displays an alert. Contact Tesla detected, the high beams will Service. automatically turn back on.

  • Page 59: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lights The turn signals stop operating when canceled by the steering wheel, or when you return the lever to the central position. The corresponding turn signal indicator lights up on the instrument panel when a turn signal is operating. You also hear a clicking sound.

  • Page 60: Wipers And Washers

    Wipers and Washers Wipers Caution: In harsh climates, ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen or adhered to To wipe the windshield, rotate the end of the the windshield. left-hand steering column lever away from you. You can choose from four levels: De-icing Wipers •...
  • Page 61 Wipers and Washers De-icing Washer Nozzles If Model S is equipped with the optional cold weather package, washer nozzles have de- icers that turn on whenever the ambient temperature nears freezing, or when you turn on the heated wipers (Controls > Cold Weather >...

  • Page 62: Brakes

    ABS fault service life and require replacement. To has occurred and the ABS is not replace the brake pads, contact Tesla Service. operating. Contact Tesla. The braking Warning: Neglecting to replace worn system remains fully operational and brake pads damages the braking system is not affected by an ABS failure.

  • Page 63: Parking Brake

    Model S loses electrical power, you cannot access the touchscreen and are You can use the touchscreen to change the therefore unable to release the parking level of regenerative braking: brake. Contact Tesla. Touch Controls > Driving > Regenerative Braking. Choose from two levels: •...

  • Page 64: Traction Control

    Warning: If the above indicator remains illuminated in situations in which you have not enabled Slip Start (described next), the traction control system may not be operating correctly. Contact Tesla Service immediately. Warning: Traction control cannot prevent collisions caused by driving dangerously or turning too sharply at high speeds.

  • Page 65: Park Assist

    Park Assist How Park Assist Works performance of Park Assist, causing either no readings or false readings (see Model S has several sensors designed to Limitations and False Warnings on page detect the presence of objects. When moving 65). Therefore, depending on Park Assist slowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when to determine if Model S is approaching an parking), the sensors alert you if an object is...

  • Page 66: Controlling Audible Feedback

    Park Assist Caution: Keep sensors clean from dirt, • A bumper is misaligned or damaged. debris, snow, and ice. Avoid using a high • An object that is mounted to Model S is pressure power washer on the sensors interfering with and/or obstructing the and do not clean a sensor with a sharp or sensor (such as a bike rack or bumper abrasive object that can scratch or...

  • Page 67: Vehicle Hold

    Vehicle Hold When Model S is stopped, Vehicle Hold can continue to apply the brakes even after you remove your foot from the brake pedal. When driving on a hill or on a flat surface, brake as you normally would. After coming to a complete stop, simply press the brake pedal again (until the instrument panel displays the Vehicle Hold indicator light) to enable Vehicle...

  • Page 68: Acceleration Modes

    Acceleration Modes The acceleration settings available on your To enable, touch Max Battery Power , which Model S vary depending on date of displays as blue text immediately below the manufacture and options chosen at time of acceleration setting. While the battery is being purchase: heated, the touchscreen displays a message providing you with an approximate wait time,...
  • Page 69 Acceleration Modes premature wear and aging of various components. Model S constantly monitors powertrain fatigue and damage, and notifies you if vehicle components need to be serviced. Warning: Use Launch Mode only in appropriate locations where there is no cross traffic or pedestrians present. Launch Mode is designed for use on closed circuit driving courses.

  • Page 70: Trip Information

    (see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 41 or Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 42). Odometer To display the odometer, touch the Tesla “T” at the top center of the touchscreen. Driving...

  • Page 71: Getting Maximum Range

    Getting Maximum Range Driving Tips to Maximize Range • Consumption - display how much energy Model S has consumed over the past 5, 15 You can maximize your driving range using or 30 miles (10, 25 or 50 km). the same driving habits that you use to Touch Average Range to display a graph conserve fuel in a gasoline-powered vehicle.
  • Page 72 Getting Maximum Range The map displays superchargers only. The map displays superchargers, destination chargers, and visited chargers. In situations where a charging location may not be reachable based on your currently available driving range, its associated icon on the map displays as semi-transparent.

  • Page 73: Rear View Camera

    Rear View Camera Camera Location Model S is equipped with a rear view camera located above the rear license plate. Whenever you shift into Reverse, the touchscreen displays the view from the camera. Guide lines show your driving path based on the position of the steering wheel. These guide lines adjust appropriately as you move the steering wheel.

  • Page 74: Driver Assistance

    About Driver Assistance How It Works Your Model S includes the following Driver Assistance components that actively monitor the surrounding roadway: A camera is mounted above the rear license plate. Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
  • Page 75 About Driver Assistance Features Note: Model S repeats the calibration process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla and in These safety features are available on all Tesla some cases, after a software update. vehicles equipped with Driver Assistance components: Limitations •...
  • Page 76 About Driver Assistance Caution: Avoid using a high-pressure power washer. Caution: Do not clean an ultrasonic sensor or camera lens with a sharp or abrasive object that can scratch or damage its surface. Driver Assistance...

  • Page 77: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control

    Traffic-Aware Cruise Control Note: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is a BETA Operating Traffic-Aware Cruise feature. Control If your Model S is equipped with Driver To use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, you must Assistance components (see About Driver be driving at least 18 mph (30 km/h), unless a Assistance on page 73), and you have vehicle is detected ahead of you.
  • Page 78 Traffic-Aware Cruise Control In right hand traffic, engaging the right turn The gray speedometer icon signal when driving in the right-most lane on the instrument panel within 164 feet (50 meters) of an exit (on a turns blue and displays the controlled access road only, such as a highway set speed to indicate that or freeway), causes Traffic-Aware Cruise...
  • Page 79 Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may react to vehicles or objects that either do not exist or are not in the lane of travel, causing Model S to slow down unnecessarily or inappropriately. Warning: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may be unable to provide adequate speed control because of limited braking capability and hills.

  • Page 80: Changing The Set Speed

    Traffic-Aware Cruise Control speed. Always cruise at a safe speed Overtake Acceleration based on road conditions and applicable When following a vehicle with Traffic-Aware speed limits. Cruise Control active, briefly engaging the turn signal (to indicate a move into the Changing the Set Speed passing lane) accelerates Model S towards the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 81 Traffic-Aware Cruise Control where it may not be your intention to Warning: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control overtake the vehicle you are following. cancels, or may not be available, in the following situations: Canceling and Resuming • You press the brake pedal. •...
  • Page 82 Traffic-Aware Cruise Control Model S has fully stopped but is in a HOLD state. If safe, press the accelerator pedal to resume cruising at the set speed. Limitations Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is particularly unlikely to operate as intended in the following types of situations: •...

  • Page 83: Autosteer

    Autosteer Note: Autosteer is a BETA feature. If your Model S is equipped with Driver Assistance components (see About Driver Assistance on page 73), and you have purchased the optional Enhanced Autopilot or Full Self-Driving Capability packages, you can use Autosteer to manage steering and speed under certain circumstances.
  • Page 84 Autosteer In most cases, Autosteer attempts to center Model S in the driving lane. However, if the sensors detect the presence of an obstacle (such as a vehicle or guard rail), Autosteer may steer Model S in a driving path that is offset from the center of the lane.
  • Page 85 Autosteer • You push the cruise control lever away that as a result, Autosteer may not steer from you. Model S appropriately. Always drive attentively and be prepared to take • The maximum speed that Autosteer immediate action. supports–90 mph (150 km/h)–is exceeded.

  • Page 86: Auto Lane Change

    Auto Lane Change Warning: Auto Lane Change is designed etc.) may be obstructing the view from to be used only when driving on the camera(s) or sensors. restricted-access highways (i.e. with on- Warning: Failure to follow all warnings ramps and off-ramps). and instructions can result in serious If your Model S is equipped with Driver property damage, injury or death.
  • Page 87 Auto Lane Change As the lane change is in progress, Overtake Limitations Acceleration is activated, allowing Model S to Auto Lane Change is particularly unlikely to accelerate closer to a vehicle in front (see operate as intended in the following types of Overtake Acceleration on page 79).

  • Page 88: Autopark

    Autopark If your Model S is equipped with Driver Parking on Public Roads Assistance components (see About Driver When driving, follow these steps to allow Assistance on page 73), and you have Autopark to maneuver Model S into a parking purchased the optional Enhanced Autopilot or space: Full Self-Driving Capability package, Autopark...
  • Page 89 Autopark parked on each side. Autopark detects parallel • Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, parking spaces that are at least 20 feet (6 fog, etc.). meters), but less than 30 feet (9 meters) long. • The curb is constructed of material other Autopark does not operate on angled parking than stone, or the curb cannot be spaces.
  • Page 90 Autopark Using Summon Note: If you want Summon to move multiple times in the same direction, up to the Note: Summon is a BETA feature. Summon is maximum of 39 feet (12 meters), cancel designed and intended for use only on a Summon and then re-initiate the parking private residential property where the process, choosing the same direction.
  • Page 91 Autopark • Require Continuous Press (U.S. Only): By Note: Use Summon on flat driveways only default, Summon requires that you press where a raised concrete edge does not exceed and hold a button on the mobile app to approximately 1 in (2.5 cm). move the vehicle during the parking process.
  • Page 92 Autopark While sitting in Model S with the vehicle • The sensors are affected by other powered on, double press the Park gear. electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves. The instrument panel displays a message indicating that Summon is engaged, and Note: Summon is disabled if Model S is in the touchscreen displays a popup window.

  • Page 93: Lane Assist

    Lane Assist If your Model S is equipped with Driver In addition to the warnings described above, Assistance components (see About Driver Lane Assist may provide steering interventions Assistance on page 73), the cameras monitor if Model S drifts into (or close to) an adjacent the markers on the lane you are driving in and lane in which an object, such as a vehicle, is the ultrasonic sensors monitor the...
  • Page 94 Lane Assist • Visibility is poor and lane markings are not • One or more of the ultrasonic sensors is clearly visible (due to heavy rain, snow, damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by fog, etc.). The exact detection zone of the mud, ice, or snow).

  • Page 95: Collision Avoidance Assist

    Collision Avoidance Assist If your Model S is equipped with Driver Assistance components (see About Driver Assistance on page 73), the following collision avoidance features are designed to increase the safety of you and your passengers: • Forward Collision Warning - provides visual and audible warnings in situations when Model S detects that there is a high risk of a frontal collision.
  • Page 96 Always ensure that the brake pedal can move freely. Do not place material under or on top of the Tesla- Automatic Emergency Braking operates only supplied driver’s floor mat (including an additional mat) and always ensure that when driving between approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
  • Page 97 Model S so you can anticipate the need to take corrective action as early as possible. Caution: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, Model S displays an alert. Contact Tesla Service. Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 98: Speed Assist

    Speed Assist How Speed Assist Works If you set the speed limit warning to Display (see Controlling Speed Assist on page 97) If your Model S is equipped with Driver and exceed the determined speed limit, the Assistance components (see About Driver speed limit sign on the instrument panel Assistance...
  • Page 99 Speed Assist Note: GPS data is not always accurate. The GPS can miscalculate a road's location and provide the speed limit for a directly adjacent road that may have a different speed limit. For example, the GPS can assume Model S is on a freeway or highway when it is actually on a nearby surface street, and vice versa.

  • Page 100: Using The Touchscreen

    Touchscreen Overview 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 the Day (light background) and Night (dark background) setting depending on ambient lighting conditions.
  • Page 101 Touchscreen Overview Model S Owner's Manual...
  • Page 102 Touchscreen Overview Status bar The top line displays provides shortcuts to lock/unlock Model S, to access HomeLink (if equipped) and Driver Profiles, display vehicle information (the Tesla “T”), download software ® updates, display network strength and Bluetooth status and Wi-Fi settings. If an alert icon (exclamation mark) is displayed, touch it to see warning messages that are in effect.
  • Page 103 Touchscreen Overview Apps Touch an app to display it in the viewing area. Apps have default positions. Navigation and Camera open in the top viewing area, whereas all other apps open in the bottom viewing area. Instead of displaying the app in the default viewing area, you can specify where you want to display the app by touching and holding the app's icon and dragging it onto the preferred viewing area.
  • Page 104 Touchscreen Overview Climate controls (see Climate Controls on page 111). Volume control Touch the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the volume of the speakers. You can also adjust the volume using the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel. Reverse the position of the two currently displayed apps.

  • Page 105: Controls

    Controls Controlling 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 106 Controls Close Touch the circled X in the top left corner of a window to close it (or you can touch anywhere outside the window). Sunroof If Model S is equipped with a sunroof, touch to adjust its position (see Sunroof on page 15).
  • Page 107 Controls Trips View and reset the trip meters that summarize how far you have driven (see Trip Information on page 69). Displays Manually control the brightness and the Day (light background) or Night (dark background) setting of the touchscreen and instrument panel. When set to Auto, the brightness changes automatically between day and night brightness based on ambient lighting conditions.

  • Page 108: Settings

    Settings Customizing Your Vehicle 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, software version, and market region, the options available on the Settings screen may be different.
  • Page 109 Settings Adjust settings associated with installed apps (applications). Settings associated with apps that are either unavailable on Model S, or have no settings that you can adjust at this time, are grayed out. Manage driver profiles (see Driver Profiles on page 39). Units &...
  • Page 110 Security features that Model S is equipped with, such as the alarm (see Security Settings on page 130). • Privacy features such as allowing access by Tesla’s mobile applications (see Mobile App on page 135) and enabling the sharing of road measurement data (see Data Sharing page 182).
  • Page 111 To further personalize Model S, you can name it. The name you give your Model S will appear in the mobile app. To name your vehicle, touch the Tesla “T” at the top center of the touchscreen, then touch Name Your Vehicle.

  • Page 112: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Overview of Climate Controls The climate controls are always available at the bottom of the touchscreen. By default, climate control is set to Auto, 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 113: Customizing Climate Control

    Climate Controls Customizing Climate Control The climate control system is designed to automatically provide optimum comfort in most situations. All you need to do is set the desired temperature, and the air conditioning, air recirculation, air distribution, and fan speed automatically maintain your selected temperature. You can even keep the climate control system on while you are away from the vehicle so that the selected temperature is maintained.
  • Page 114 Tesla built-in rear facing child seats. Air inside Model S is recirculated. This prevents outside air (traffic fumes) from entering, but reduces dehumidifying performance.
  • Page 115 If the Battery's charge level drops to twenty 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.

  • Page 116: 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 at the regularly first turn on the air conditioning.

  • Page 117: Smart Air Suspension

    Smart Air Suspension Note: If Model S is equipped with Smart Air Location-Based Suspension Suspension, you may hear the sound of the Location-Based suspension saves you from compressor when Model S starts, as the manually having to raise the suspension every system’s reservoir fills with air.
  • Page 118 If a fault is detected that reduces the performance of the air suspension system, a yellow indicator lights up on the instrument panel. If the problem persists, contact Tesla. Using the Touchscreen...

  • Page 119: Media And Audio

    Media and Audio Overview Audio Settings Touch the Media Player application to listen to Achieve the sound you want by adjusting the Internet radio, stream music or podcasts (if fade (front/rear) and balance (left/right), or available), or play audio files from a Bluetooth by customizing the strength of sound or USB-connected device.

  • Page 120: Internet Radio

    Media and Audio AM and FM Radio Internet Radio If it's available in your location, Media Player Internet radio services are accessed over a provides AM and FM radio service that you data connection. To use Internet radio, touch can select from the Radio source. To tune the Media Player's Streaming or TuneIn source, radio to a specific frequency, choose a browse through the available categories...
  • Page 121 Favorites icon.) By default, TuneIn uses a Tesla account that To delete a favorite, touch the has been set up for you. To sign in to a highlighted Favorites icon.

  • Page 122: V Power Socket

    Media and Audio USB Connected Flash Drives Connect a flash drive to one of the USB connections (see USB Connections on page 121). Touch Media Player > USB, and then touch the name of the folder that contains the song you want to play. After you display the contents of any folder on the USB connected flash drive, you can touch the right arrow in the Now Playing view to display your songs in...

  • Page 123: Phone

    Phone ® Bluetooth Compatibility When paired, Model S automatically connects to the phone, and the touchscreen displays You can use your Bluetooth-capable phone the Bluetooth symbol next to the phone’s hands-free in Model S provided your phone is name to show that the connection is active. within operating range.

  • Page 124: Making A Phone Call

    Phone 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 125: Maps And Navigation

    Maps and Navigation Overview When you touch the pin for a location, landmark, or business in the Recent or The Google MapsTM application provides the Favorites list, or touch a pin on the map, the navigation functions in the Model S . chosen location is centered on the map, and a popup that provides more information about •...
  • Page 126 Maps and Navigation Touch the zoom icons in the top right area to Charging Locations zoom the map in and out on your current or Superchargers are displayed on the map by chosen location. Touch the North/Heading Up default, represented by red pins that you can icon to center the map on your current touch to display more information about the location and change the orientation of the...
  • Page 127 Maps and Navigation Steering Wheel on page 41), touch a During navigation, the instrument panel location in the Recent or Favorites list, or displays the turn-by-turn directions, and you touch a pin on the map, and then touch will also hear spoken directions. To change the Navigate from the popup.
  • Page 128 Maps and Navigation Predicting Energy Usage After you select a destination, Trip Planner zooms out to give you an overview of your When navigating to a destination, Model S trip. As you begin your trip, Trip Planner helps you anticipate your charging needs by zooms in to start navigation.
  • Page 129 Maps and Navigation If you frequently drive 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. When you add a destination as a Favorite, you can easily navigate to it by touching Navigate >...

  • Page 130: Calendar

    The Calendar app requires that: • The Tesla Model S mobile app is running and you are logged in. When prompted on your phone, you must grant calendar access to the mobile app. The mobile app can then periodically (and automatically) send calendar data from your phone to Model S.

  • Page 131: Security Settings

    Security Settings 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 132: Homelink Universal Transceiver

    ® HomeLink Universal Transceiver About HomeLink Auto Opening and Closing ® You can program the HomeLink Universal To operate a HomeLink device without Transceiver (if equipped) to operate up to touching the touchscreen, you can automate three Radio Frequency (RF) devices, including the device to open as you approach and close garage doors, gates, lights, and security as you drive away:...
  • Page 133 • Hold the remote against the front bumper, with the button pressed, approximately 6 in (15 cm) to the left of the Tesla emblem. In some cases you must hold the button on the remote for up to three minutes.

  • Page 134: Connecting To Wi-Fi

    Model S connects to the one most recently used. 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 the Tesla Service Wi-Fi network. Using the Touchscreen...

  • Page 135: Software Updates

    Note: Some software updates can take up to current software version at any time touch the three hours to complete. Model S must be in Tesla “T” at the top center of the touchscreen, Park while the new software is being installed. then touch Release Notes.

  • Page 136: Mobile App

    Mobile App 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: • View the vehicle's estimated range. •...

  • Page 137: Electric Vehicle Components

    Electric Vehicle Components High Voltage Components Front Motor (dual-motor vehicles only) AC Compressor Battery Coolant Heater Forward Junction Box High Voltage Cabling On-board Charger DC-DC Converter Cabin Heater High Voltage Battery 10. Charge Port 11. Rear Motor Warning: The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, remove or replace high voltage components, cables or connectors.
  • Page 138 Electric Vehicle Components 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 139: Battery Information

    Even when Model S is not being driven, its circumstances should you open or tamper Battery discharges very slowly to power the with the Battery. Always contact Tesla to onboard electronics. On average, the Battery arrange for Battery servicing. discharges at a rate of 1% per day. Situations Caution: If the Battery’s charge level falls...
  • Page 140 Battery Information Caution: Do not use the Battery as a stationary power source. Doing so voids the warranty. Charging...

  • Page 141: Charging Instructions

    Changing Charge Settings on page 141). within range) and in Park, press and release the button on the Tesla charge cable to open To charge at a public charging station, attach the charge port door. an adapter to the station’s charging connector.

  • Page 142: Charge Port Light

    To disconnect the charge cable: market region. Press and hold the button on a Tesla connector to release the latch. You can also touch Stop Charging on the charging screen (see Changing Charge Settings page 141).
  • Page 143 If you charge at the same location, you do not need to change it again. Note: If Model S automatically reduced Note: If charging at a Tesla Supercharger, and the current at a charging location because paid supercharging is potentially in effect, the of fluctuations in input power (see the...

  • Page 144: Charging Status

    As a precaution, when Model S automatically reduces current, it saves the reduced current at the charging location. Although you can manually increase it, Tesla recommends charging at the lower current until the underlying problem is resolved and the charging location can provide consistent power.
  • Page 145 Idle fees are waived if you move your vehicle within five minutes. Log into your Tesla Account to view fees and details about Supercharger sessions, track the remaining balance of free credits, set up a payment method, and make payments.

  • Page 146: Maintenance

    Rotate the tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km). Maintain the correct tire • Brake fluid. Every 2 years or 25,000 miles pressures, and take Model S to Tesla at the (40,000 km), whichever comes first. regularly scheduled maintenance intervals of •...

  • Page 147: Tire Care And Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 148: Inspecting And Maintaining Tires

    Tesla. This allows you to slowly drive Model S is originally fitted with tires that have Model S to Tesla or to a nearby tire repair wear indicators molded into the tread pattern. facility. When the tread has been worn down to 4/32”...
  • Page 149 Tire Care and Maintenance Replacing Tires and Wheels Warning: Road holding is seriously impaired if the tires are incorrectly Tires degrade over time due to the effects of installed on the wheels. ultraviolet light, extreme temperatures, high loads, and environmental conditions. It is recommended that tires are replaced every six years, or sooner if required.

  • Page 150: Tire Pressure Monitoring

    21" tires and do not use size, brand, construction and tread pattern on tire chains on front tires. all four wheels. Contact Tesla for winter tire Caution: Ensure that tire chains cannot recommendations. touch suspension components or brake lines.
  • Page 151 Under- generate false tire pressure warnings. Bring inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire Model S to a Tesla Service Center for further tread life, and may affect the vehicle's adjustment. handling and stopping ability.
  • Page 152 Note: If a tire has been replaced or repaired using a different tire sealant than the one available from Tesla, and a low tire pressure is detected, it is possible that the tire sensor has been damaged. Contact Tesla to have the fault repaired as soon as possible.

  • Page 153: Cleaning

    Cleaning 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 154: Cleaning The Interior

    To avoid streaks, sunlight. dry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth. Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats Interior Glass Vacuum the seats to remove any loose dirt. Do not scrape, or use any abrasive cleaning Wipe the seats with a soft cloth dampened fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces.

  • Page 155: Floor Mats

    Repair rock chips, fractures or scratches. Body repairs should be performed only by a Tesla approved body shop. Contact Tesla for a list of approved body shops. Caution: Do not use cutting pastes, color restoration compounds, or polishes containing harsh abrasives.

  • Page 156: Wiper Blades And Washer Jets

    Wiper Blades and Washer Jets Checking and Replacing Wiper Hold the wiper arm (the wiper arm does not lock into a lifted position) and press Blades the locking tab while sliding the blade down the arm. Caution: Wiper blades do not lock into a lifted position.
  • Page 157 Wiper Blades and Washer Jets Warning: Do not operate the washers while cleaning Model S. Windshield washer fluid can irritate eyes and skin. Read and observe the washer fluid manufacturer’s instructions. Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 158: Fluid Reservoirs

    Tesla. information about the coolant. Fluid Level Check Tesla checks the Battery coolant level at the regularly scheduled maintenance intervals. On a single motor Model S, you can check the fluid level visually. BUT DO NOT REMOVE THE FILLER CAP AND DO NOT ADD FLUID.
  • Page 159 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 160: Topping Up Washer Fluid

    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.

  • Page 161: Jacking And Lifting

    Follow the steps below to lift Model S. Ensure located. that any non-Tesla repair facility is aware of With assistance, raise the lift, ensuring the these lifting points. lift arm pads remain in their correct positions.

  • Page 162: 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 and approved body shops that meet strict requirements for training, equipment, quality, and customer satisfaction.

  • Page 163: Specifications

    • Touch the Tesla "T" at the top center of the touchscreen. The popup window Note: The VIN was not stamped on the displays the VIN.

  • Page 164: Vehicle Loading

    Vehicle Loading Load Capacity Labeling • The size of the original tires. • The cold inflation pressures for the It is important to understand how much original front and rear tires. These weight your Model S can safely carry. This pressures are recommended to optimize weight is called the vehicle capacity weight ride and handling characteristics.

  • Page 165: Calculating Load Limits

    Vehicle Loading Example Load Limit Calculations How much cargo Model S can carry depends on the number and weight of passengers. The following calculated load limit examples assume passengers weigh 150 lbs (68 kg). If passengers weigh more or less, available cargo weight decreases or increases respectively.

  • Page 166: Roof Racks

    Vehicle Loading Roof Racks If Model S is equipped with a sunroof, you can carry up to 165 lbs (75 kg) using a Tesla- approved roof rack (see Parts and Accessories on page 161). A Model S equipped with a body color roof or a glass roof is incompatible with roof racks.

  • Page 167: Dimensions And Weights

    Dimensions and Weights Exterior Dimensions Overall Length 196 in 4,979 mm Overall Width (including mirrors) 86.2 in 2,189 mm Overall Width (excluding mirrors) 77.3 in 1,964 mm Overall Height 56.9 in* 1,445 mm* Wheel Base 116.5 in 2,960 mm Overhang - Front 36.9 in 937 mm Overhang - Rear...
  • Page 168 Dimensions and Weights Cargo Volume Total cargo volume (rear seats not 28.4 cu ft 804.2 L folded) Rear cargo volume 26.3 cu ft 744.7 L Rear cargo volume (with seats 58.1 cu ft 1645.2 L folded down) Front cargo volume 2.1 cu ft 59.5 L Weights...

  • Page 169: Subsystems

    Subsystems Motor Type AC induction motor, liquid-cooled, with variable frequency drive Nominal Voltage 320 Volts 16000 rpm Maximum speed of large motors: - rear motor on all single motor vehicles - rear motor on Performance dual-motor vehicles 18000 rpm Maximum speed of small motors: - front motor on all dual-motor vehicles - rear motor on non-Performance dual-motor vehicles...
  • Page 170 Subsystems 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 171: Wheels And Tires

    Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the center door pillar and is visible when the driver’s door is open (see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 146). Winter tires can be purchased from a Tesla store. Model S Owner's Manual...

  • Page 172: Understanding Tire Markings

    Wheels and Tires 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 certification of safety standards, and in case of a recall. Tire category.
  • Page 173 Wheels and Tires Maximum permissible inflation pressure. This pressure should not be used for normal driving. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN). Begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next 2 digits/letters represent the plant code where it was manufactured, and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of manufacture.

  • Page 174: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Wheels and Tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. The following information relates to the tire grading system developed by the National Temperature Highway Traffic Safety Administration The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, (NHTSA), which grades tires by tread wear, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the traction and temperature performance.
  • Page 175 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 176 Wheels and Tires Rim diameter Nominal diameter of the bead seat. Rim size designation Rim diameter and width. Rim type designation The manufacturing industry's designation for a rim by style or code. Rim width Nominal distance between the rim's flanges. Vehicle maximum load on the Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to tire...
  • Page 177 Wheels and Tires Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs. A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords. Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies. Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive...

  • Page 178: Roadside Assistance

    Contacting Roadside Assistance Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for the duration of your warranty period. When contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance, please provide: • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is displayed when you touch the Tesla "T" at the top center of the touchscreen.

  • Page 179: Instructions For Transporters

    4.5 mph (7 km/h). Do not transport Model S using any other Warning: Failure to activate Jack mode method unless specified by Tesla. Follow the on a Model S equipped with Smart Air steps provided and observe all warnings and Suspension can result in the vehicle cautions.
  • Page 180 Instructions for Transporters Pull onto the Flatbed Truck Shift Model S into Park by pressing the button on the end of the gear selector. The method used to pull Model S onto the If not equipped with a tow eye: truck depends on whether a tow eye is available (provided with your vehicle at time Attach the tow straps to the large hole on...

  • Page 181: Consumer Information

    But wait, there's more! Below is a list of the Easter Eggs that have been discovered so far and how to access them. Alternatively, touch the Tesla T (top center of the touchscreen) then drag the About Your Tesla box downwards for one-touch access to all discovered Easter Eggs.

  • Page 182: About This Owner Information

    Tesla "T" at the top of the touchscreen, then touching the Release Notes link. If information related to how to use the...

  • Page 183: Disclaimers

    I agree checkbox to confirm quality, functionality and performance; that you agree to allowing Tesla to collect this analysis and research by Tesla and its partners data. for the improvement and design of our Note: Although Model S uses GPS in vehicles and systems;...
  • Page 184 Disclaimers vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Warning: Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners may contain Perchlorate Material.

  • Page 185: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting Safety Defects Contacting Tesla For detailed information about your Model S, go to www.tesla.com, and log on to your Tesla Account, or sign up to get an account. If you have any questions or concerns about your Model S, call 1-877-79TESLA (1-877‑798-3752).

  • Page 186: Declarations Of Conformity

    This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tesla could void your authority to operate the equipment. IC Certification The following device is used in vehicles in Canada: •...

  • Page 187: Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications to the device not expressly approved by the manufacturer or Tesla could void your authority to operate the equipment. Model S Owner's Manual...
  • Page 188 Declarations of Conformity Radio Frequency Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 189 (12V) Tesla built-in rear facing complete discharge Chill acceleration specifications cleaning Battery (high voltage) climate controls care of Climate Timer...
  • Page 190 Index coolant (continued) easy entry, driver profile Battery, replacement interval EDR (event data recorder) copyrights electric parking brake Creep emergency braking (autopilot) cruise control emergency flashers cup holders emergency rear door opening emission label energy gained from regenerative braking range information energy &...
  • Page 191 Index hazard warning flashers head restraints FCC and IC certifications head supports how to use headlights key not inside adaptive ordering extras after exit replacing battery high beams keyless entry heated wipers heating height adjustments (suspension) auto-raising automatic and manual settings label disabling (Jack mode) Tire and Loading Information...
  • Page 192 Preconditioning heaters preferences, setting Tesla built-in rear facing Proposition 65 security settings public charging stations sensors service data recording service intervals Settings Index...
  • Page 193 Index Settings, erasing Tire Pressure Monitoring System shifting gears FCC certification Show Commute Advice overview of side collision warning tire pressures, checking SiriusXM tires slip start all-season Smart Preconditioning balancing software reset chains software updates inspecting and maintaining specifications pressures, how to check cargo volume quality grading dimensions...
  • Page 194 Index ultrasonic sensors uniform tire quality grading Units & Format Unlock on Park unlocking and locking doors unlocking when key doesn't work USB devices connecting playing audio files from USB ports Valet Mode 39, vehicle certification label Vehicle Hold Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) vehicle loading vent, sunroof ventilation...

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