Park Assist - Tesla MODEL 3 2012 Owner's Manual

How Park Assist Works
Model 3 has several sensors designed to detect the
presence of objects. When driving slowly in Drive or
Reverse (for example, when parking), the vehicle alerts
you if an object is detected in close proximity of your
Model 3. Objects are only detected in your chosen
direction; front objects in Drive, rear objects in Reverse.
WARNING: You may not be alerted if Model 3 rolls
freely in the opposite direction (for example, Park
Assist does not display an alert if Model 3 rolls
backwards down a hill while in Drive).
The sensors are activated when driving slower than
8 km/h.
Driving

Park Assist

NOTE: Rear sensors are disabled when a bicycle is
detected or Model 3 is in trailer mode.
WARNING: Never depend on Park Assist to inform
you if an area you are approaching is free of
objects and/or people. Several external factors can
reduce the performance of Park Assist, causing
either no readings or false readings (see
Limitations and False Warnings on page
Therefore, depending on Park Assist to determine
if Model 3 is approaching an obstruction can result
in damage to the vehicle and/or objects, and can
potentially cause serious injury. Always inspect the
area with your own eyes. When reversing, perform
shoulder checks and use all mirrors. Park assist
does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
animals, or objects that are moving, protruding,
located too far above or below the sensors, or too
close or too far from the sensors. Park Assist is for
guidance purposes only and is not intended to
replace your own direct visual checks. It is not a
substitute for careful driving.
Visual and Audio Feedback
When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist view displays
on the touchscreen, showing objects that are in close
proximity to the front and rear of Model 3. This view
closes when you shift into Drive unless an object is
detected close to the front of Model 3, in which case the
Park Assist view closes automatically when your driving
speed exceeds 8 km/h. When reversing, visual feedback
also displays on the touchscreen (see
Camera(s) on page 77). You can manually close the
park assist view on the touchscreen by touching the X.
When driving with the Camera app displayed on the
touchscreen, you can switch to the Park Assist view
when driving at speeds below 8 km/h. Touch the button
located in the upper left corner of the Camera app
screen. This is useful if you need assistance with parallel
parking.
If chimes are turned on (see
Feedback on page 69), an audible beep sounds as you
approach an object.
NOTE: If a sensor is unable to provide feedback, the
touchscreen displays an alert message.
CAUTION: Keep sensors clean from dirt, debris,
snow, and ice. Avoid using a high pressure power
washer on the sensors and do not clean a sensor
with a sharp or abrasive object that can scratch or
damage its surface.
CAUTION: Do not install accessories or stickers on
or near the parking sensors.
Controlling Audible Feedback
You can use Park Assist with or without audible
feedback. To turn chimes on or off, touch Controls >
Safety > Park Assist Chimes.
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Rear Facing
Controlling Audible
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