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Controls
WARNING: The air suspension system causes
Model S to self-level, even when powered off.
Therefore, when transporting or lifting, you must
engage Jack Mode to disable self-leveling (see
Instructions for Transporters on page
Jacking and Lifting on page
Wiper Service Mode: Turn on to provide easy access to
wiper blades (see Wiper Blades and Washer Jets on
page 173).
Software
Learn more about your Model S and the status of
software updates:
• Get more information about your Model S such as the
VIN, vehicle name, and odometer. Touch Additional
vehicle information to display a list of the various
options your vehicle is equipped with.
• View your current software version, map version, and
release notes.
• View and install new software updates. Model S must
be connected to Wi-Fi to update the software.
• Customize how often you want to receive software
updates by touching Software Update Preferences
(see Software Update Preferences on page
To further personalize Model S, you can name it. Touch
Controls > Software > Name Your Vehicle located on the
right side of the screen below the image of your
Model S. If your Model S has already been named, its
name displays instead and you can simply touch the
existing name to change it. Enter the new name in the
popup, then touch Save. The name of your Model S also
appears in your Tesla mobile app.
Erasing Personal Data
You can erase all personal data (saved addresses, music
favorites, HomeLink programming, etc.) and restore all
customized settings to their factory defaults. This is
useful when transferring ownership of Model S. Touch
Controls > Service > Factory Reset. Before erasing,
Model S verifies your credentials by prompting you to
enter the user name and password associated with your
Tesla account.
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