Autosteer - Tesla MODEL 3 2012 Owner's Manual

NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Autosteer, or the
feature may not operate exactly as described.
NOTE: Autosteer is a BETA feature.
Autosteer builds upon Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page
keeping Model 3 in its driving lane when cruising at a set
speed. Autosteer also allows you to use the turn signals
to move Model 3 into an adjacent lane (see
Change on page 101). Autosteer detects lane markings
and the presence of vehicles and objects to assist you in
steering Model 3.
When full self-driving is enabled (if equipped), the car
status area displays visualizations of the road and your
vehicle's surroundings. You can expand the visualization
by dragging the car status area from side to side. This
displays more details about the roadway and its
surroundings, such as road markings, stop lights, and
objects (such as trash cans and poles).
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors are
clean. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as
environmental conditions such as rain and faded
lane markings, affect performance.
WARNING: Autosteer is a hands-on feature. You
must keep your hands on the steering wheel at all
times.
WARNING: Autosteer is intended for use on
controlled-access highways with a fully attentive
driver. When using Autosteer, hold the steering
wheel and be mindful of road conditions and
surrounding traffic. Do not use Autosteer in
construction zones, or in areas where bicyclists or
pedestrians may be present. Never depend on
Autosteer to determine an appropriate driving
path. Always be prepared to take immediate
action. Failure to follow these instructions could
cause damage, serious injury or death.
Operating Autosteer
Before you can operate Autosteer, you must enable it by
touching Controls > Autopilot > Autosteer (Beta).
To indicate that Autosteer is available (but
not actively steering Model 3), the top
corner of the touchscreen displays a gray
Autosteer icon next to the driving gear.
To initiate Autosteer, move the drive stalk fully down
twice in quick succession.
Autopilot
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Auto Lane
Autosteer briefly displays a message on the touchscreen
reminding you to pay attention to the road and have
your hands on the steering wheel.
The speed at which you can initiate Autosteer can vary
depending on various conditions and whether or not a
vehicle is detected ahead of you. When no vehicle is
detected ahead of you, you must be driving at least
30 km/h, unless certain vehicle and environmental
conditions are met, in which case, you may be able to
initiate it at lower speeds. When a vehicle is detected
ahead of you, you can initiate Autosteer at any speed,
even when stationary, provided Model 3 is at least 150
cm behind the detected vehicle.
NOTE: The maximum cruising speed is 150 km/h. It is
the driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe speed based
on road conditions and speed limits.
NOTE: Auto High Beam is automatically enabled when
Autosteer is engaged and the maximum cruising speed
may be limited to a lower speed for vehicles
manufactured after approximately April 2022.

Autosteer

To indicate that Autosteer is now actively
assisting in steering Model 3, the
touchscreen displays the Autosteer icon in
blue. When Autosteer is able to detect lane
markings, it also displays the driving lane in
blue.
CAUTION: If available in your market region, Model
3 detects lights from an emergency vehicle when
using Autosteer at night on a high speed road, the
driving speed is automatically reduced and the
touchscreen displays a message informing you of
the slowdown. You will also hear a chime and see a
reminder to keep your hands on the steering
wheel. When the light detections pass by or cease
to appear, Autopilot resumes your cruising speed.
Alternatively, you may tap the accelerator to
resume your cruising speed.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopilot features to
determine the presence of emergency vehicles.
Model 3 may not detect lights from emergency
vehicles in all situations. Keep your eyes on your
driving path and always be prepared to take
immediate action.
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