Tesla MODEL S 2012 Owner's Manual page 183

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CAUTION: To prevent damage, never load Model S
so that it is heavier than GVWR or exceeds the
individual GAWR weights.
Calculating Load Limits
1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or
XXX kg" on the "Tire and Loading Information" label.
2. Determine the combined weight of all occupants that
will ride in the vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the occupants from
XXX lbs or XXX kg (see Step 1).
4. The resulting figure equals the available cargo load
capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals
1400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg)
passengers in the vehicle, the amount of available
cargo capacity is 650 lbs (1400 ‑ 750
(5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or 295 kg (635 ‑ 340
(5 x 68) = 295 kg).
5. Determine the combined cargo weight being loaded
on the vehicle. That weight must not exceed the
available cargo load capacity calculated in Step 4.
WARNING: Trunks are the preferred places to
carry objects. In a collision, or during hard braking
and sharp turns, loose items in the cabin could
injure occupants.
Specifications
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.
Driver and one passenger
Description
Vehicle capacity weight
Subtract occupant weight
(2 x 150 lbs/68 kg)
Available cargo weight
Driver and four passengers
Description
Vehicle capacity weight
Subtract occupant weight (5 x 150
lbs/68 kg)
Available cargo weight
The cargo weight should be distributed between the
front and rear trunks.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the maximum front trunk
load weight of 300 lbs (136 kg).
CAUTION: Never load more than 175 lbs (80 kg) on
the rear load floor (above the lower trunk
compartment) or more than 285 lbs (130 kg) in the
lower trunk compartment. Doing so can cause
damage.
Towing a Trailer
WARNING: Do not use Model S for towing
purposes. Model S does not support a trailer hitch.
Installing one could cause damage and increase
the risk of a collision.
CAUTION: Using Model S for towing may void the
warranty.
Roof Racks
A Model S equipped with a glass roof, or a panoramic
sunroof, can carry up to 165 lbs (75 kg) using a Tesla-
approved roof rack (see Parts and Accessories on page
178).A Model S equipped with a solid body color roof is
incompatible with roof racks.
CAUTION: Do not use roof racks, or place any
load, on the roof of a Model S that is equipped
with a solid color roof. Doing so can cause
significant damage.
Total
954 lbs (433 kg)
300 lbs (136 kg)
654 lbs (297 kg)
Total
954 lbs (433 kg)
750 lbs (340 kg)
204 lbs (93 kg)
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