Tesla MODEL Y 2012 Owner's Manual page 198

Instructions for Transporters
1. Ensure Model Y is in Park.
2. Chock the tires or make sure Model Y 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 Y.
4. Press and hold the Transport Mode button until it
turns blue. Model Y is now free-rolling and can slowly
be rolled (no faster than walking speed) or winched.
To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model Y into Park.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a low voltage
Lead-Acid Battery (see Jump Starting the Low Voltage
Battery on page 197): Transport Mode may cancel if
Model Y loses low voltage power after Transport Mode is
enabled.
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 Flatbed Truck From Front
NOTE: If Model Y has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen.
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 in the
front trunk.
2. Release the front tow eye cover by pressing firmly on
its top right perimeter until it pivots inward, then
gently pulling the raised section toward you.
NOTE: The front tow eye cover is connected to the
vehicle's black negative (-) terminal.
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3. Fully insert the tow eye into the opening, then turn it
counter-clockwise until securely fastened.
4. Attach the winch cable to the tow eye.
CAUTION: Before pulling, make sure the tow
eye is securely tightened.
5. Activate Transport Mode.
6. Pull Model Y slowly onto the flatbed truck.
Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear
NOTE: If Model Y has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen.
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 in the
front trunk.
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