Tesla 3 Owner's Manual page 181

Instructions for Transporters
• 12V power is required. You are unable to
use the touchscreen to activate Transport
Mode if Model 3 has no power.
• Model 3 must detect a key. Transport
Mode is available only when a key is
detected.
To activate Transport Mode:
1. Ensure the vehicle is in Park.
2. Chock the tires or otherwise ensure Model
3 is secure.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal, then on
the touchscreen, touch Controls >
Service > Towing. The touchscreen
displays a message reminding you how to
properly transport Model 3.
4. Press and hold the Transport Mode button
until it turns blue. Model 3 is now free-
rolling and can slowly be rolled (no faster
than walking speed) or winched.
To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model 3 into
Park.
Caution: If the electrical system is not
working, and you therefore cannot use
the touchscreen to activate Transport
Mode, use self-loading dollies or tire
skates. Before doing so, always check the
manufacturer's specifications and
recommended loading capacity.
Pull onto the Flatbed Truck
Note: If Model 3 has no 12V power, you need
an external 12V power supply to open the
hood or use the touchscreen. See
Has No Power.
Caution: To avoid damage, only pull the
vehicle onto a flatbed truck using a
properly-installed tow eye. Using the
chassis, frame, or suspension components
to pull the vehicle can result in damage.
1. Locate the tow eye. The tow eye is located
under the carpet in the front trunk.
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Secure the Tires
The vehicle's tires must be secured onto the
truck using the eight-point tie-down method.
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Release the tow eye cover by pressing
firmly on the top right perimeter of the
cover until it pivots inward, then gently
pulling the raised section toward you.
Note: The tow eye cover is connected to
the vehicle's black negative (-) terminal.
Fully insert the tow eye into the opening,
then turn it counter-clockwise until
securely fastened.
Attach the winch cable to the tow eye.
Caution: Before pulling, make sure the
tow eye is securely tightened.
Activate Transport Mode.
Pull Model 3 slowly onto the flatbed truck.
Ensure any metal parts on the tie-down
straps do not contact painted surfaces or
the face of the wheels.
Do not place tie-down straps over body
panels or through the wheels.
Caution: Attaching the tie-down straps to
the chassis, suspension or other parts of
the vehicle's body may cause damage.
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