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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 NORTH AMERICA OWNER'S MANUAL...
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  • Page 4: Using This Owner's Manual

    You can find safety information in your Cybertruck Owner's Manual on the touchscreen. For detailed information about your Cybertruck, go to the Tesla website for your region, log on to your Tesla account, or sign up to get an account.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Cybertruck Owner's Manual... Using This Owner's Manual..Overview... 174 Exterior..174 Interior..176 Touchscreen..177 Vehicle Status..183 Interior Electronics..190 Cargo Bed Outlets..194 Voice Commands..197 Cameras..199 Opening and Closing... 204 Keys..204 Doors..208 Windows..212 Seating and Safety Restraints...
  • Page 7 Contents Off-Roading... 304 Off-Road Driving..304 Off-Road Modes..306 Locking Differentials..308 Troubleshooting..311 Limitations and Warnings..311 Towing... 313 Towing a Trailer..313 Carrying Accessories and Crossbars..321 Autopilot... 327 About Autopilot..327 Autopilot Features..330 Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control..341 Limitations and Warnings..
  • Page 8 Subsystems..463 Instructions for Transporters... 465 Instructions for Transporters..465 In Case of Emergency... 470 Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance..470 Running Out of Range..471 Installing a Spare Tire..472 Opening the Powered Frunk with No Power..478 Jump Starting..481 Opening Doors with No Power..
  • Page 9: Overview

    Owners Manual Overview Exterior Interior NOTE: Illustrations are provided to improve conceptual understanding only. Depending on vehicle options purchased and market region, the design may differ but the function is the same. Touchscreen WARNING: Always pay attention to road and traffic conditions when driving. To minimize driver distraction and ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users, avoid using the touchscreen to adjust settings while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 10 Cybertruck. If your vehicle already has a name, touch the existing name to change it. Enter the new name in the popup and touch Save. The name of your Cybertruck also appears in the Tesla mobile app.
  • Page 11: Voice Commands

    Examples of Voice Commands Here is a list of example voice commands. This is not an exhaustive list. Tesla is constantly working to improve voice commands. NOTE: Your vehicle must be in Park to enable some voice commands (such as Sentry Mode, Dog Mode, etc.).
  • Page 12 Owners Manual • "Increase/decrease the fan speed" • "Turn on/off rear defroster" • "Set the temperature/fan..." • "Turn on recirculate" Windshield Wiper Update the windshield wiper speed and frequency based on changing road and weather conditions: • "Speed up the wiper" •...
  • Page 13: Cameras

    (such as a controlled-access highway), with highly-visible lane markings (in the driving lane as well as the adjacent lanes). Contact Tesla only if your Cybertruck has not completed the calibration process after driving 100 miles (160 km) in the described conditions.
  • Page 14: Opening And Closing

    Owners Manual NOTE: Cybertruck must repeat the calibration process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla, and in some cases, after a software update. Keeping Cameras Free of Obstructions Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features (see...
  • Page 15 Owners Manual Windows Opening and Closing NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure windows are closed after locking the vehicle. Press down on a switch to lower the associated window. Window switches operate at two levels: • To lower a window fully, press the switch all the way down and immediately release. •...
  • Page 16: Rear Trunk

    Owners Manual Rear Trunk Opening To open the rear trunk, ensure Cybertruck is in Park, then do one of the following: • Touch the rear trunk button on the mobile app. • Press the switch located under the 's exterior handle (a valid key must be detected). CAUTION: Before opening the in an enclosed area (such as a garage), ensure the opening height of the is properly adjusted to avoid low-hanging ceilings or objects (see ).
  • Page 17: Front Trunk

    Owners Manual Front Trunk Opening To open the front trunk, ensure Cybertruck is in Park, and then do one of the following before pulling the hood open: • Touch the front trunk button in the mobile app. WARNING: Before opening or closing the hood, it is important to check that the area around the hood is free of obstacles (people and objects).
  • Page 18 Owners Manual WARNING: Care should be taken to ensure that objects inside the front trunk do not bump against the release button, causing the hood to accidentally open. Seating and Safety Restraints Owner's Manual...
  • Page 19: Seat Belts

    Also remove any heavy objects (such as a briefcase) from an unoccupied seat. If the reminder light continues to stay on, contact Tesla. WARNING: Seat belts must be worn by passengers in all seating positions.
  • Page 20 Hold the belt near the buckle to prevent the belt from retracting too quickly, then press the button on the buckle. The belt retracts automatically. Ensure there is no obstruction that prevents the belt from fully retracting. The belt should not hang loose. If a seat belt does not fully retract, contact Tesla. Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant Do not put the lap or shoulder sections of the seat belt over the abdominal area.
  • Page 21 Owners Manual If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not activate in an impact, this does not mean they malfunctioned. It usually means that the strength or type of force needed to activate them was not present. The outboard seats are equipped with shoulder pre-tensioners to retract the seat belt webbing to reduce forward movement of the occupant.
  • Page 22 WARNING: Each seat belt assembly must be used by one occupant only. It is dangerous to put a seat belt around a child being carried on an occupant’s lap. WARNING: Seat belts that have been worn in a collision must be inspected or replaced by Tesla, even if damage to the assembly is not obvious.
  • Page 23: Mobile App

    For supported video sources, send videos to Tesla Theater by sharing the link through the mobile app. Navigate to the movie, show, or video you want to play on your phone and touch the share button. Share the video with the Tesla app and it appears on the touchscreen if Cybertruck is in Park.
  • Page 24 Supercharging due to the latch being frozen in place, use your Tesla mobile app to enable Defrost Truck for approximately 30-45 minutes. This can help thaw ice on the charge port latch so the charge cable can be removed or inserted.
  • Page 25 Add and remove access permission for an additional driver from the Tesla mobile app. To add an additional driver, in the Tesla mobile app from the vehicle home screen, go to Security > Add Driver and follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 26: Wi-Fi

    To ensure fast, reliable delivery of software and map updates, Tesla recommends leaving Cybertruck connected to a Wi-Fi network whenever possible (for example, when parked at home). To connect to a Wi-Fi network: 1.
  • Page 27: Bluetooth

    Owners Manual Bluetooth ® Bluetooth Compatibility You can use various Bluetooth devices in Cybertruck provided it is paired and within operating range. For example, you can pair your Bluetooth-capable phone so you can use it hands-free. In addition to phones, you can pair other Bluetooth-enabled devices with Cybertruck.
  • Page 28 • Ensure location permissions set to “Always On” for the mobile app. Tesla Mobile App Troubleshooting Check the Tesla mobile app: • Confirm the Tesla mobile app is up to date on software. • Verify you're logged into the Tesla mobile app while using your phone key. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 29 Owners Manual • Ensure the Tesla app is running in the background. • Double check that you have completely set up your profile in the mobile app and properly configured your settings. Vehicle Troubleshooting Your vehicle's settings may affect its ability to pair with your smartphone: •...
  • Page 30: Phone, Calendar, And Web Conferencing

    Owners Manual Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing Using the Phone App When your phone is connected to Cybertruck using Bluetooth (see Bluetooth on page 22), and you have allowed access to information on your phone (see Importing Contacts and Recent Calls on page 22), you can use the phone app to display and make a hands-free call to anyone listed on your phone.
  • Page 31 4. On your phone, go to Settings and allow access/give permission to share your calendar with the Tesla mobile app. The mobile app can then periodically (and automatically) send calendar data from your phone to Cybertruck.
  • Page 32: Smart Garage

    5. Navigate to Controls > Locks > myQ Connected Garage > Link Account and follow the instructions to pair the garage with Cybertruck. Once paired, monitoring and controlling the garage becomes available on the touchscreen, where you can further customize myQ. For more information, questions, or troubleshooting assistance, visit www.myQ.com/Tesla. Driving Owner's Manual...
  • Page 33: Starting And Powering Off

    Owners Manual Starting and Powering Off Starting When you open a door to enter Cybertruck, the touchscreen powers on and you can operate all controls. To shift Cybertruck, press the brake pedal and swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's drive mode strip (see Shifting on page 32).
  • Page 34 Owners Manual Cybertruck also powers off automatically after being in Park for 30 minutes, even if you are sitting in the driver’s seat. Although usually not needed, you can power off Cybertruck while sitting in the driver’s seat, provided the vehicle is not moving.
  • Page 35: Steering Wheel

    ◦ Light - Reduces the effort required to turn the steering wheel. In town, Cybertruck feels easier to drive and park. ◦ Medium - Tesla believes that this setting offers the best handling and response in most conditions. ◦ Heavy - Increases the effort required to turn the steering wheel. When driving at higher speeds, Cybertruck feels more responsive.
  • Page 36: Mirrors

    Owners Manual Mirrors Rear View Mirror Adjust the rear view mirror manually. When in Drive or Neutral, the rear view mirror automatically dims in low lighting conditions based on the time of day (for example, when driving at night). Owner's Manual...
  • Page 37 Owners Manual Shifting Shift Using the Touchscreen When you press the brake pedal when Cybertruck is parked, the drive mode strip displays on the driver's side of the touchscreen. Use the drive mode strip to shift Cybertruck: Swipe up for Drive, swipe down for Reverse, or press the drive mode strip for Park.
  • Page 38 Owners Manual To override the selection, press the brake pedal and use the drive mode strip on touchscreen to shift into your desired drive mode (Drive, Reverse, Park; see Shift Using the Touchscreen on page 32). Confirm the drive mode selection and follow the instructions on the touchscreen before you press the accelerator. WARNING: As always, be aware of your vehicle and surroundings before driving.
  • Page 39 Owners Manual 1. Park 2. Reverse 3. Neutral 4. Drive NOTE: When the touchscreen is available for shifting and you have manually activated the drive mode selector on the overhead console, the overhead console automatically deactivates if you don't shift after a short amount of time. Park To manually shift into Park, press the brake pedal and touch the Park button on the touchscreen's drive mode strip.
  • Page 40 Owners Manual Drive To manually shift into Drive, swipe up on the drive mode strip located on the touchscreen or, if the touchscreen is unavailable, press D on the drive mode selector located on the overhead console. You can shift into Drive when Cybertruck is stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Reverse.
  • Page 41 Owners Manual Wipers and Washers Owner's Manual...
  • Page 42 (USA) The ABS indicator briefly flashes amber on the when you first start Cybertruck. If this indicator lights up at any other time, an ABS fault has occurred and the ABS is not operating. Contact Tesla. The braking system remains fully operational and is not affected by an ABS failure. However, braking distances may increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy braking.
  • Page 43 NOTE: Because Cybertruck uses regenerative braking, the brake pads are typically used less frequently than those in traditional braking systems. To avoid the accumulation of rust and corrosion, Tesla recommends frequently pressing the brake pedal to apply the mechanical brakes and dry the brake pads and rotors.
  • Page 44 This squealing sound indicates that the brake pads have reached the end of their service life and require replacement. To replace the brake pads, contact Tesla Service. Brakes must be periodically inspected visually by removing the tire and wheel. For detailed specifications and service limits for...
  • Page 45: Cruise Control

    Owners Manual Cruise Control Cruise control makes it easy to maintain a consistent driving speed. Cruise control is primarily intended for driving on dry, straight roads, such as highways. It should not be used on city streets and in heavy traffic. Operating Cruise Control WARNING: Do not use cruise control on winding or slippery road surfaces, or when traffic conditions make it unsafe to drive at a consistent speed.
  • Page 46: Park Assist

    The colors on the visualization correspond to the distance between Cybertruck and the object shown. Red is closer to Cybertruck, and yellow is farther from Cybertruck. You can enable or disable Tesla Vision Park Assist by touching Controls > Autopilot, scrolling to Park Assist, and toggling between Standard and Tesla Vision.
  • Page 47 Owners Manual Limitations and False Warnings Park Assist may not function correctly in these situations: • One or more of the sensors or cameras is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by mud, ice, or snow, or by a vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.).
  • Page 48: Hill Start Assist

    Owners Manual Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist automatically engages the brakes for approximately one second when on a hill. This prevents Cybertruck from rolling during the time it takes for you to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Hill Start Assist engages the brakes only if Cybertruck is in Drive and facing uphill, or in Reverse and facing downhill.
  • Page 49: Traction Control

    Your profile also saves various preferences you make while customizing Cybertruck. To save your profile settings to the cloud and access them across multiple Tesla vehicles, set up a Tesla Profile (see Using Tesla Profiles on page 45).
  • Page 50 Account. This provides convenient access to your profile settings and preferences across all your Tesla supported vehicles. To set up your Tesla Profile, navigate to Driver Profile Settings and select your Tesla Account name. You can choose to set it up as a New Profile or copy the settings from an existing driver profile that you were previously using.
  • Page 51 You can also use the mobile app to start and cancel Valet mode (if Cybertruck is in Park). When using the mobile app, you do not need to enter a PIN because you are already required to log into the app using your Tesla Account credentials.
  • Page 52: Trip Information

    Owners Manual Trip Information Displaying Trip Information Trip information displays on the touchscreen in the "Cards" area on the vehicle status display, or when you touch Controls > Trips. For the current trip, you can display distance, duration and average energy usage. You can also show distance and total and average energy used since your last charge and for additional trips.
  • Page 53 Owners Manual Rear Facing Camera(s) Camera Location Cybertruck is equipped with a rear view camera located above the rear license plate. Whenever you shift into Reverse, the touchscreen displays the view from the camera. Lines show your driving path based on the position of the steering wheel.
  • Page 54: Pedestrian Warning System

    Autopilot is a suite of advanced driver assistance features that are intended to make driving safer and less stressful. None of these features make Cybertruck fully autonomous or replace you as the driver. Autopilot features come standard with all new Tesla vehicles. Basic Autopilot includes Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer.
  • Page 55 Owners Manual WARNING: Full Self-Driving Capability is a hands-on feature. Keep your hands on the steering wheel at all times and be mindful of road conditions, surrounding traffic, and other road users (such as pedestrians and cyclists). Pay attention to the road at all times and always be prepared to take immediate action.
  • Page 56 Owners Manual Autopilot Conditions Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features (see Cleaning a Camera on page 202). Dirty cameras as well as environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
  • Page 57 Owners Manual Autopilot Available When Feature • Headlights are set to On or Auto. Although Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is available both during the day and in low light conditions (dusk or dark), it aborts or is unavailable if headlights are set to Off. When Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is engaged, Auto High Beam is automatically enabled (see Headlights on page 283) and the wiper is set to Auto.
  • Page 58 Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control NOTE: Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is a BETA feature and works best on roads that are frequently driven by Tesla vehicles. Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control attempts to stop at all traffic lights and may also stop at green lights.
  • Page 59 Owners Manual • The touchscreen on Cybertruck is displaying an upcoming traffic light in "bold" format. Cybertruck does not acknowledge traffic lights that the touchscreen shows as faded. If a traffic light is not directly ahead of the camera (for example, it is located at an angle of the camera's view, or located in an adjacent lane) the touchscreen displays it as faded and Cybertruck does not slow down and stop for it.
  • Page 60 Owners Manual Traffic Lights When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control engaged, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control enabled, Cybertruck is designed to respond as follows when approaching intersections controlled by a traffic light: Type of Traffic Light Vehicle Intended Response At a solid green traffic light, or at a traffic light that is currently off (not illuminated), Cybertruck slows down.
  • Page 61 Owners Manual Type of Traffic Light Vehicle Intended Response Cybertruck slows down. To proceed, you must briefly press the accelerator pedal. If you don’t, Cybertruck stops at the red stop line displayed on the touchscreen. NOTE: To prevent Cybertruck from stopping, and to minimize how much it slows down as it approaches, you can confirm that you want to proceed by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal at any time after the touchscreen displays the red stop line.
  • Page 62 Owners Manual Stop Signs and Road Markings When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control engaged, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control enabled, Cybertruck is designed to respond as follows when approaching intersections controlled by stop signs, stop lines, or road markings: Type of Intersection Vehicle Intended Response...
  • Page 63 Owners Manual Type of Intersection Vehicle Intended Response Stop Sign and Road Marking Road Marking WARNING: Cybertruck also slows down and stops at a roundabout. You must take over steering (which cancels Autosteer) and briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm that you want to continue through the roundabout. WARNING: At crosswalks, Cybertruck may slow down and may stop, depending on whether the crosswalk is controlled by a traffic light and whether the cameras detect pedestrians, bicyclists, etc.
  • Page 64 CAUTION: Use of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) will be suspended if improper usage is detected. For more information, Autopilot Suspension on page CAUTION: As Full Self-Driving (Supervised) deployment expands, Tesla will gradually make it available to eligible customers in select countries outside of the United States and Canada. Because every country contains unique...
  • Page 65 While Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is engaged, it uses data from the cameras on Cybertruck that may not be represented in the visualization (see Cameras on page NOTE: Full Self-Driving (Supervised) uses Tesla’s vision-based system and therefore radar (if equipped) is disabled. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 66 Owners Manual The visualization will also inform you of the system’s intended action by displaying a message on the touchscreen, such as when the vehicle is slowly creeping for visibility to take a turn at an intersection. NOTE: You can override Full Self-Driving (Supervised) at any time if you are uncomfortable or uncertain about the system’s intended course of action.
  • Page 67 Owners Manual Like Autosteer and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) maintains your speed and following distance from the vehicle ahead of Cybertruck, if there is one. Full Self-Driving (Supervised) also slows down and stops at traffic lights and stop signs as necessary, and reacts to pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles on the road. For example, if you are driving on a residential street and another vehicle backs out of a driveway ahead of Cybertruck, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) slows down or stops as appropriate.
  • Page 68 Owners Manual If you repeatedly ignore prompts to apply slight force to the steering wheel or to pay attention, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) disables for the rest of the drive and displays the following message requesting you to drive manually. If you don't resume manual steering, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) sounds a continuous chime, turns on the warning flashers, and slows the vehicle to a complete stop.
  • Page 69 Owners Manual NOTE: Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces. Parameters Autopark detects potential perpendicular parking spaces that are at least 9.5 feet (2.9 meters) wide with a vehicle parked on each side. Autopark detects parallel parking spaces that are at least 20 feet (6 meters), but no more than 49 feet (15 meters) long. Your vehicle speed must be below 13 mph (21 km/h) for parallel parking spaces, and 8 mph (13 km/h) for perpendicular parking spaces.
  • Page 70 Owners Manual Limitations and Warnings This topic includes warnings, cautions, and limitations pertaining to the following Autopilot features. • • • • Autosteer on City Streets (Full Self-Driving (Supervised)) on page 68 • • • WARNING: Read the following warnings and limitations carefully before using Autopilot. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions can result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
  • Page 71 Owners Manual WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is particularly unlikely to operate as intended in the following types of situations: • The road has sharp curves or significant changes in elevation. • Road signs and signals are unclear, ambiguous, or poorly maintained. •...
  • Page 72 Owners Manual Auto Lane Change CAUTION: When changing lanes using Auto Lane Change, It is the driver's responsibility to determine whether a lane change is safe and appropriate. Therefore, before initiating a lane change, always check blind spots, lane markings, and the surrounding roadway to confirm it is safe and appropriate to move into the target lane.
  • Page 73 Remember that this is an early access feature that must be used with extra caution. CAUTION: As Full Self-Driving (Supervised) deployment expands, Tesla will gradually make it available to eligible customers in select countries outside the United States. Because every country contains unique infrastructure, driving behaviors, and traffic patterns that Full Self-Driving (Supervised) must adapt to over time, it is essential for drivers using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in newly eligible countries to be extra attentive and overly cautious.
  • Page 74 Owners Manual Autopark CAUTION: Autopark's performance depends on the ability of the cameras to determine the vehicle's proximity to curbs, objects, and other vehicles. Be aware of the following warnings before and while using Autopark: • Do not use Autopark if anything, such as a ball hitch, bike rack, or trailer, is attached to the tow hitch. Autopark may not stop for hitches when parking between or in front of other vehicles.
  • Page 75 Owners Manual Smart Summon CAUTION: Smart Summon is a BETA feature. You must continually monitor the vehicle and its surroundings and stay prepared to take immediate action at any time. It is the driver's responsibility to use Smart Summon safely, responsibly, and as intended.
  • Page 76: Lane Assist

    Cybertruck is in motion, or the visualizations may not look exactly as described. NOTE: Enabling Tesla Vision Park Assist disables Lane Assist visualizations. For more information, see Park Assist on page WARNING: Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features...
  • Page 77 Owners Manual Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture, software version, and vehicle configuration, your vehicle may not be equipped with Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance, or the feature may not operate exactly as described. Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance automatically applies steering to avoid a potential collision in situations where: •...
  • Page 78 Owners Manual WARNING: Do not rely on Blind Spot Warning Light to detect a vehicle in your blind spot. Always visually confirm that a lane is free from obstacles and vehicles before exiting your lane. Limitations and Inaccuracies Lane Assist features cannot always detect lane markings and you may experience unnecessary or invalid warnings when: •...
  • Page 79 Owners Manual CAUTION: Driver assistance features are automatically disabled when Track Mode is On. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times, including on track. Driver Assistance features automatically re-enable when Track Mode is turned Off. WARNING: The lists above do not represent every possible situation that may interfere with Lane Assist features.
  • Page 80: Collision Avoidance Assist

    Owners Manual Collision Avoidance Assist The following collision avoidance features are designed to increase the safety of you and your passengers: • Forward Collision Warning - provides visual and audible warnings in situations when Cybertruck detects that there is a high risk of a frontal collision (see Forward Collision Warning on page 75).
  • Page 81 Owners Manual Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h). Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h). WARNING: Forward Collision Warning does not provide a warning when the driver is already applying the brake. Automatic Emergency Braking Cybertruck is designed to determine the distance from detected objects.
  • Page 82 • Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s). • A camera is obstructed (dirty, covered, fogged over, covered by a sticker, etc.). CAUTION: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, Cybertruck displays an alert. Contact Tesla Service.
  • Page 83 Owners Manual Speed Assist How Speed Assist Works Cybertruck displays a speed limit on the touchscreen and you can choose if and how you are warned when you exceed the speed limit. In addition, a blue outline may appear around the speed limit icon to notify that you are above the speed limit. Instead of using the detected speed limit, you can base warnings on an arbitrary speed limit that you enter manually.
  • Page 84: Cabin Camera

    Owners Manual Cabin Camera The cabin camera is not currently active. If used in a future safety feature, Tesla will notify you of its availability through a software update. The cabin camera can determine driver inattentiveness and provide you with audible alerts, to remind you to keep your eyes on the road when Autopilot is engaged.
  • Page 85 Parental controls enable you to limit the capabilities of Cybertruck and ensure that safety settings are enabled and cannot be changed. NOTE: You can also access parental controls from the Tesla mobile app (version 4.34.5 or higher required). NOTE: You cannot enable Parental Controls if Speed Limit Mode is enabled.
  • Page 86 PIN. The PIN to Drive setting is disabled whenever Valet mode is active. If you forget your driving PIN, touch the link to enter your Tesla login credentials on the PIN to Drive popup, then follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
  • Page 87 86). To protect your privacy, video recordings are saved locally to a formatted USB flash drive's onboard memory. Recordings are not sent to Tesla. Cybertruck does not record videos when Dashcam is Off. How to Use Dashcam 1. Format a USB flash drive. Dashcam requires a properly formatted USB drive inserted in your vehicle's USB port to store and retrieve footage.
  • Page 88 Owners Manual ◦ Manual: You must manually touch the Dashcam icon to save a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage. ◦ On Honk: When you press the horn, Dashcam saves a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage. You can enable this along with Auto or Manual simultaneously.
  • Page 89: Sentry Mode

    • Saves footage of the event to a USB drive (if installed). Sentry Mode is disabled by default. You can use voice commands or the Tesla mobile app to easily enable or disable Sentry Mode. To enable Sentry Mode using voice commands, say "Keep Tesla safe," "Keep my car safe," "Sentry on," or "Enable Sentry"...
  • Page 90 • View Live Camera NOTE: View Live Camera requires the Tesla mobile app installed on a phone that has been paired as a key to Cybertruck. When Sentry Mode is enabled, use the mobile app to remotely view the area surrounding Cybertruck as seen through the exterior cameras.
  • Page 91 NOTE: Video quality can vary depending on network connectivity. No audio is captured. NOTE: The live camera feed is fully encrypted and cannot be accessed by Tesla. Viewing Video Recordings on page 86 for more information on viewing Sentry Mode footage.
  • Page 92 Owners Manual Viewing on the Touchscreen You can view recorded footage on the touchscreen when Cybertruck is in Park. Touch the Dashcam icon located in the app launcher. The tabs display a list of all video clips, organized by location and timestamp. Pause, rewind, fast forward, and delete clips as needed.
  • Page 93 Owners Manual Operating Climate Controls Overview of Climate Controls Climate controls are available at the bottom of the touchscreen. By default, climate control is set to Auto, which maintains optimum comfort in all but the most severe weather conditions. When you adjust the cabin temperature while in the Auto setting, the system automatically adjusts the heating, air conditioning, air distribution, and fan speed to maintain the cabin at your selected temperature.
  • Page 94 The touchscreen remains on so you can play music, browse the internet, play games in the arcade, or watch shows in Tesla Theater. You can also control media and climate settings from a paired phone. Camp is ideal for remaining inside your vehicle, such as camping or staying with a child.
  • Page 95 Cabin Overheat Protection is enabled. If you experience temperatures exceeding the selected temperature repeatedly, contact Tesla service. WARNING: Never leave children or pets in the vehicle unattended. Due to automatic shut-off or extreme outside conditions, the inside of the vehicle can become dangerously hot, even when Cabin Overheat Protection is enabled.
  • Page 96 In the mobile app, go to Climate and select Defrost Truck, which helps melt snow, ice, and frost on the windshield, windows, and mirrors. Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment for Tesla to provide hydrophobic coating to the side and rear windows (not the front windshield) for a nominal fee.
  • Page 97 Battery are warm by your planned departure time. Tesla recommends that you also schedule a charge with your precondition to ensure that your vehicle has sufficient energy for the trip. When Cybertruck is not plugged in, preconditioning operates but only when the Battery's charge level is above 20%.
  • Page 98 Supercharger, but it is still preparing the Battery for charging. NOTE: Tesla recommends using Trip Planner to navigate to a charging location for at least 30-45 minutes before arrival to ensure optimal Battery temperature and charging conditions. If the drive to the charging location is less than 30-45 minutes,...
  • Page 99 Owners Manual Navigation and Entertainment Maps and Navigation Map Overview The touchscreen displays a map at all times (except when Cybertruck is shifted into Reverse). Use your finger(s) to interact with the map: • To move the map in any direction, hold and drag a finger. •...
  • Page 100 97). Charging locations. Shows a popup list that includes the city and proximity of the corresponding stations on the map. Charging locations include Tesla Superchargers, destination charging sites, third-party fast chargers, and public chargers that you have used previously. See Charging Locations on page 98.
  • Page 101 NOTE: You can start navigation remotely from your IOS® or Android™ device using the "share" functionality on your device after allowing access to the Tesla mobile app. When you specify a location, the touchscreen zooms out to provide an overview of the route you need to travel and displays a turn-by-turn direction list.
  • Page 102 Owners Manual Adding Stops to a Route After entering a destination, edit your route by adding, deleting or reordering stops. Touch the three dots at the bottom of the turn-by-turn direction list to view options to edit your route. Add Stop allows you to add a stop by searching for a location or adding a Home, Recent or Favorite destination. You can also add a stop by touching any pin on the map and selecting Add from the popup.
  • Page 103 Owners Manual Home and Work locations also display under the navigation search bar. Touch to set an address to the corresponding location. After entering the address, touch Save as Home or Save as Work. Then simply touch these shortcuts whenever you want to navigate home or to work.
  • Page 104 Cybertruck has internet connectivity. NOTE: If you purchase a used Tesla vehicle, it is recommended that you perform a factory reset (Controls > Service > Factory Reset) to ensure the predicted energy is as accurate as possible.
  • Page 105 Owners Manual Trip Planner Trip Planner (if available in your region) helps you take longer road trips with confidence. If reaching your destination requires charging, Trip Planner routes you through the appropriate Supercharger locations. Trip Planner selects a route and provides charging times to minimize the amount of time you spend driving and charging.
  • Page 106 Streaming services are available only when a data connection is available (for example, Wi-Fi or Premium Connectivity). For some media services, you can use a default Tesla account. For others, you may need to enter account credentials the first time you use it.
  • Page 107 Touch the lyrics icon (located next to the microphone icon) to enable or disable the song's lyrics. United States only: For a complete karaoke studio, microphones are available for purchase online at http://www.tesla.com. WARNING: Never read Caraoke lyrics while driving. You must always pay attention to the road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 108 Owners Manual To add a currently playing station, podcast, or audio file to your Favorites list, touch the Favorites icon on Media Player. To remove an item as a favorite, touch the highlighted Favorites icon. You can also remove multiple favorites by expanding Media Player to show all favorites for the applicable type of source content.
  • Page 109 Save the files to a directory named "LightShow" on your flash drive, connect, and pick your favorite. Mars The map shows your Cybertruck as a rover on the Martian landscape, and the About Your Tesla box displays SpaceX's interplanetary spaceship.
  • Page 110 • Press the horn to play the first five seconds of any sound from a compatible USB device. NOTE: If Camp mode is enabled in Climate Controls, you can exit the vehicle and use the Tesla app to control the volume.
  • Page 111 • Tesla also offers adapters that allow you to plug into the most commonly used public charging stations in your region. At a public charge station, first attach the adapter to the station's charging connector and then plug in your vehicle.
  • Page 112 (especially in salt water), treat it as if it’s been in an accident and contact your insurance company for support. Do not attempt to operate the vehicle before Tesla Service has inspected it, but you should tow or move it away from any structures.
  • Page 113 Owners Manual CAUTION: If the Battery’s charge level falls to 0%, you must plug it in. If you leave it unplugged for an extended period, it may not be possible to charge or use Cybertruck without jump starting or replacing the low voltage battery. Leaving Cybertruck unplugged for an extended period can also result in permanent Battery damage.
  • Page 114: Charging Instructions

    Cybertruck to ensure that the charge cable easily reaches the charge port. With Cybertruck in Park, press and release the button on the Tesla charge cable to open the charge port door. You can also open the charge port door using any of these methods: •...
  • Page 115 Owners Manual NOTE: Whenever Cybertruck is plugged in but not actively charging, it draws energy from the charging equipment instead of using energy stored in the Battery. For example, if you are sitting in Cybertruck and using the touchscreen while parked and plugged in, Cybertruck draws energy from the charging equipment instead of the Battery.
  • Page 116 • On the touchscreen, navigate to Controls > Charging > Close Charge Port. • Use voice commands to close the charge port door (see Voice Commands on page CAUTION: Tesla strongly recommends leaving Cybertruck plugged in when not in use. This maintains the Battery at the optimum level of charge. Charge Settings Access charge settings by touching Controls >...
  • Page 117 • Idle fees apply when half or more of the Superchargers at a site are occupied, and begin accruing when the vehicle reaches its charge limit. The Tesla mobile app notifies you when charging is almost complete, and again when charging is complete.
  • Page 118 Owners Manual • At Superchargers, leave some space between other vehicles, as neighboring stalls may share power. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 119 Schedule preconditioning and charging for Cybertruck. You can schedule preconditioning to help your vehicle charge more efficiently, or to prepare Cybertruck for departure. NOTE: You can also access Schedule from the Climate Controls screen, the Charging window, and the Tesla mobile app (v4.34.5 or higher required).
  • Page 120 This causes the Battery to cool down to ambient temperatures and requires energy to warm it back up by your departure time. Therefore, even if off-peak utility rates are not applicable to you, Tesla recommends that you charge until your planned departure time in order to reduce energy consumption by specifying your departure time as the scheduled End by time.
  • Page 121: Getting Maximum Range

    • Summon. • Vehicle infotainment and climate controls system. • Sentry mode. • Tesla or third-party mobile app requests. • The outlets in the cabin or the cargo bed are in use. For more information, see Interior Electronics on page 190...
  • Page 122 Owners Manual • Lighten your load by removing any unnecessary cargo. • Fully raise all windows and close the tonneau cover. • Features such as Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat Protection can impact range. Disable features when not needed. • To prevent an excessive amount of energy consumption while the vehicle is idle, keep the vehicle plugged in when not in use.
  • Page 123 Owners Manual • View how much idle energy has been consumed while your vehicle is parked and suggestions to decrease energy loss. Maintenance Owner's Manual...
  • Page 124: Software Updates

    Software Update Preferences Tesla determines how, when, and where to send updates to vehicles based on various factors unique to each release. In Controls > Software, you can choose how quickly you want to receive updates that are ready for your vehicle. Be an early adopter by selecting Advanced (which will have additional releases), or wait until others have installed (which will result in fewer releases) by selecting Standard.
  • Page 125 Owners Manual NOTE: Tesla may update or reinstall your vehicle's software as part of the normal diagnostic, repair, and maintenance process within Tesla Service. NOTE: Reverting to a previous software version is not possible. Charging If Cybertruck is charging when the software update begins, charging stops. Charging resumes automatically when the software update is complete.
  • Page 126 Additionally, the above list should not be considered comprehensive and does not include consumable parts such as the windshield wiper, brake pads, etc. NOTE: Damages or failures caused by maintenance or repairs performed by non-Tesla certified technicians are not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 127 Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment. Fluid Replacement Intervals Battery coolant and brake fluid levels should only be checked by Tesla or a professional automotive repair shop. Specific service information is available in the Service Manual.
  • Page 128: Tire Care And Maintenance

    Owners Manual Tire Care and Maintenance Displaying Tire Pressures You can also view tire pressures in the Tesla mobile app. NOTE: You may need to drive briefly before the visualization displays the tire pressure values. Maintaining Tire Pressures Keep tires inflated to the pressures shown on the Tire and Loading Information label, even if it differs from the pressure printed on the tire itself.
  • Page 129 Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel Alignment Tesla recommends rotating the tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32" (1.5 mm) or greater, whichever comes first. Tire rotation is an essential part of tire maintenance. It helps maintain an even treadwear pattern which enhances the tire's overall wear quality, decreases road noise and maximizes tire life.
  • Page 130 It is recommended that tires are replaced every six years, or sooner if required, even if tread depth is above the minimum. When a tire set becomes worn, replace all four tires at the same time. Choose a Tesla-approved tire which is designed specifically for your vehicle.
  • Page 131 4. As a final check, quickly pull each spoke to confirm they are secured in place. For Gemini wheels, press on the perimeter of the cover until it aligns with the wheel surface. Press on the Tesla “T” in the center until the cap snaps into place.
  • Page 132 If the Tire Pressure warning indicator displays frequently, use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment to determine if a tire sensor needs to be replaced. If a non-Tesla Service Center repairs or replaces a tire, the tire sensor may not work until Tesla performs the setup procedure.
  • Page 133 SEASON" and/or "M+S” (mud and snow) on the tire sidewall. If driving in cold temperatures or on roads where snow or ice may be present, Tesla recommends using winter tires. WARNING: In cold temperatures or on snow or ice, summer and all-season tires do not provide adequate traction.
  • Page 134 Owners Manual CAUTION: Ensure that the tire chains cannot touch suspension components or brake lines. If you hear the chains making unusual noises that would indicate contact with Cybertruck, stop and investigate immediately. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 135 Anyone performing scratch repair should refer to the applicable "Exterior Stainless Steel Panel Refinishing" procedure within the Collision Repair Manual on service.tesla.com. In addition, do not use, and/or immediately remove, chemical, corrosive, or non-pH neutral substances (including but not limited to: acidic liquids or materials, grease, oil, tree resin, dead insects, tar spots, road salt, industrial fallout, etc.) as they can cause corrosion on the vehicle's exterior.
  • Page 136 Follow the hydrophobic coating manufacturer’s instructions for application details. NOTE: Tesla is not responsible for any damage associated with applying window treatments on your vehicle. Car Wash If taking Cybertruck to an automatic car wash is necessary, Car Wash Mode closes all windows, locks the charge port, and disables windshield wipers, Sentry Mode, and walk-away door locking.
  • Page 137 When you want to clean interior lighting, Tesla recommends that you use a soft cloth moistened with warm water to gently wipe away soiled areas or stains.
  • Page 138 Owners Manual Seats NOTE: The Tesla warranty does not cover damage caused by improper maintenance, including the use of cleaning solutions or tools that are not recommended in this Owner's Manual. Your vehicle’s seats are made of a custom, sustainable, vegan leather which is softer than leather, yet far more durable and stain resistant.
  • Page 139 Using a Car Cover To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when Cybertruck is not being used, use a genuine Tesla car cover. Car covers can be purchased online from the Tesla Shop.
  • Page 140 • Ensure the connector on the replacement blade is the same as the original blade. Different connectors may prevent the replacement blade from connecting to the wiper arm on the vehicle. You can purchase replacement wiper blades on the Tesla Shop. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 141 Owners Manual NOTE: Only install replacement blades that are identical to the original blades. Using inappropriate blades can damage the wiper system and windshield. To replace the wiper blades: 1. Shift into Park and turn off the wipers. 2. Touch Controls > Service > Wiper Service Mode to move the wipers to the service position. 3.
  • Page 142: Jacking And Lifting

    WARNING: Ensure the equipment you are using is rated for the weight of Cybertruck, including any cargo, installed accessories, or upgrades before attempting to lift. Follow the steps below to lift Cybertruck. Ensure that any non-Tesla repair facility is aware of these instructions, including lift points and warnings.
  • Page 143 Owners Manual 9. Slowly lower the jack following manufacturer instructions, constantly monitoring the contact between the vehicle and the jack stand. Then release the jack from the vehicle's lift point and check that it is secure. 10. To lower the vehicle off of the jack stand, use the jack to raise the vehicle until the jack stand is no longer supporting the vehicle, remove the jack stand, and slowly lower the vehicle down.
  • Page 144 Owners Manual CAUTION: DO NOT lift from under the Battery or side rails. Place the lift arm pads under the designated body lift points only. The locations shown are the only approved lifting points for Cybertruck. Lifting at any other points can cause damage.
  • Page 145 Body Repairs If your Cybertruck is in a collision, contact Tesla or a Tesla-approved Body Shop to ensure that it is repaired with genuine Tesla parts. Tesla has selected and approved body shops that meet strict requirements for training, equipment, quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Page 146: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    NOTE: Due to market region or vehicle configuration specifics, some parts and procedures may not be available for your vehicle. When navigating to https://www.tesla.com/support/do-it-yourself-guides, select your vehicle, region, and/or language to see an updated list of parts and accessories available for your region.
  • Page 147: Vehicle Loading

    Owners Manual Vehicle Loading Tire and Loading Information Label • The maximum number of occupant seating positions. • The maximum vehicle capacity weight. • The size of the original tires. • The cold inflation pressures for the original front and rear tires. These pressures are recommended to optimize ride and handling characteristics.
  • Page 148 Owners Manual 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.
  • Page 149: Wheels And Tires

    Owners Manual Battery - High Voltage Wheels and Tires Wheel Specifications (Factory) Lug Nut Torque 129 lb. ft (175 Nm) Lug Nut Socket Size 21 mm NOTE: For instructions on how to jack/lift Cybertruck, see Jacking and Lifting on page 137.
  • Page 150 NOTE: You can identify a Tesla-approved tire by the "T-mark" specification on the tire's sidewall (for example, T0, T1, T2).Tesla-approved tires are designed to work with your vehicle and optimize performance, safety, reliability, and durability.
  • Page 151 Owners Manual Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the tire grading system developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by tread wear, traction and temperature performance. Tires that have deep tread, and winter tires, are exempt from these marking requirements.
  • Page 152 PSI (lbf/in Recommended Tire Tire inflation pressure, established by Tesla, which is based on the type of tires that are mounted Inflation Pressure on the vehicle at the factory. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the door pillar.
  • Page 153 Owners Manual Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire. Cord separation The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds. Cracking Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material. Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and higher inflation pressure than the corresponding standard tire.
  • Page 154 Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for the duration of your warranty period. Tesla Roadside Assistance is also available to speak with roadside service professionals to answer any questions and explain the proper procedure for transporting your vehicle.
  • Page 155 Before transporting to a non-Tesla charger, ensure your vehicle is equipped with an adapter that accommodates the specific type of charging station you will be using. Even at a non-Tesla charger, you will need to jump start the low voltage system before you can begin charging.
  • Page 156: Jump Starting

    Owners Manual Jump Starting The following instructions assume you are using an external low voltage power supply (such as a portable jump starter). If jump starting Cybertruck using another vehicle, refer to the vehicle manufacturer's instructions. CAUTION: Cybertruck cannot be used to jump start another vehicle. Doing so can result in damage. CAUTION: Avoid short circuits when jump starting Cybertruck.
  • Page 157 © 2012-2024 Tesla, Inc. All information in this document and all vehicle software is subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights of Tesla, Inc. and its licensors. This material may not be modified, reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Tesla, Inc.
  • Page 158 Owners Manual All other trademarks contained in this document are the property of their respective owners and their use herein does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of their products or services. The unauthorized use of any trademark displayed in this document or on the vehicle is strictly prohibited.
  • Page 159: Feature Availability

    Feature Availability Statement Your Tesla is constantly changing, with new features being added and improved upon with every software update. However, depending on the firmware release operating on your vehicle, your vehicle may not be equipped with all features or may not operate exactly as described in this Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 160 Tesla and its partners for the improvement and design of our vehicles and systems; to defend Tesla; and as otherwise may be required by law. In servicing your vehicle, Tesla can potentially resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing your vehicle’s data log.
  • Page 161 Tesla only with your explicit consent. In order to protect your privacy, personal information is either not logged at all, is subject to privacy preserving techniques, or is removed from any reports before being sent to Tesla.
  • Page 162: Reporting Safety Defects

    1-877-79TESLA (1-877‑798-3752) and in Mexico, call 1-800-228-8145. NOTE: You can also use voice commands to provide feedback to Tesla. Say "Report", "Feedback", or "Bug report" followed by brief comments. Cybertruck takes a snapshot of its systems, including your current location, vehicle diagnostic data, and screen captures of the touchscreen.
  • Page 163: Mobile Connector

    WARNING: The Mobile Connector is designed only for charging a battery electric vehicle that uses the North American Charging Standard (NACS), including Tesla vehicles (with the exception of the Tesla Roadster). Do not use it for any other purpose or with any other vehicle or object.
  • Page 164: General Information

    (kWh) by power (kW). Note that different adapters provide different current and power outputs. If you are charging a Tesla, you can also touch the Charging icon to review the charging status information; it displays the time remaining until fully charged at the currently selected charge level.
  • Page 165 Mobile Connector NEMA 5-15 Adapter NEMA 14-50 Adapter Owner's Manual...
  • Page 166 Mobile Connector Additional adapters are available for purchase. For details, go to: shop.tesla.com. NOTE: Images in this document are for demonstration purposes only. Removing the Adapter To remove an adapter, push the button on the Mobile Connector’s charge cable and pull the adapter from its socket.
  • Page 167: How To Charge

    2. Plug the Mobile Connector’s adapter into the power outlet. The adapter should be inserted completely into the power outlet. 3. Open the charge port door. If you are charging a Tesla vehicle, press the button on the top of the Mobile Connector handle with your vehicle unlocked and in Park to open the charge port door.
  • Page 168 Mobile Connector NOTE: If you are charging a Tesla vehicle, your vehicle is unlocked when the key is nearby and automatic unlocking is enabled. You can also open the charge port door using any of these methods: ◦ Display the charging screen on your vehicle's touchscreen and touch Open Charge Port.
  • Page 169 3 flashes Contactor failed Unplug the Mobile Connector from the vehicle and wait 10 seconds. If the error persists, contact your closest Service Center (https://www.tesla.com/findus). 4 flashes The ground assurance Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded. Consider monitoring circuit has connecting to a different outlet.
  • Page 170 WARNING: The Mobile Connector is designed only for charging a battery electric vehicle that uses the North American Charging Standard (NACS), including Tesla vehicles (with the exception of the Tesla Roadster). Do not use it for any other purpose or with any other vehicle or object.
  • Page 171 Mobile Connector WARNING: Ensure that the Mobile Connector’s charging cable does not obstruct pedestrians or other vehicles or objects. WARNING: Use of the Mobile Connector may affect or impair the operation of medical or implantable electronic devices, such as an implantable cardiac pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. Before using the Mobile Connector, check with the electronic device manufacturer concerning the effects that charging may have on any such electronic device.
  • Page 172 Mobile Connector General Information Mobile Connector Component Overview 1. Handle 2. Button on handle 3. Cable 4. NEMA 5-15 Adapter 5. NEMA 14-50 Adapter (if equipped) 6. Mobile Connector controller 7. Status lights Specifications Use only a 120 volt, 208 volt or 240 volt AC supply, 50/60 hertz wall outlet that has a dedicated and properly grounded circuit, and is rated for at least 15A.
  • Page 173 (kWh) by power (kW). Note that different adapters provide different current and power outputs. If you are charging a Tesla, you can also touch the Charging icon to review the charging status information; it displays the time remaining until fully charged at the currently selected charge level.
  • Page 174 NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture, your Mobile Connector may not include the NEMA 14-50 adapter. However, one can be purchased from Tesla. NEMA 5-15 Adapter NEMA 14-50 Adapter To purchase adapters, go to www.tesla.com. Removing the Adapter To remove an adapter, firmly grasp the adapter and pull it from its socket. Attaching the Adapter To attach an adapter, line up the adapter with the controller of the Mobile Connector and push it into the socket until it snaps into place.
  • Page 175 2. Plug the Mobile Connector’s adapter into the power outlet. The adapter should be inserted completely into the power outlet. 3. Open the charge port door. If you are charging a Tesla vehicle, press the button on the top of the Mobile Connector handle with your vehicle unlocked and in Park to open the charge port door.
  • Page 176 Troubleshooting Gen 2 Mobile Connector Status Lights When charging is in progress and conditions are normal, the Tesla logo lights illuminate sequentially and the red light is off. Identify problems by paying attention to these lights. In some cases, you may need to reset the device by unplugging the Mobile Connector from the vehicle or from the power outlet.
  • Page 177 Mobile Connector Green Lights Red Light What it means What to do Streaming 4 flashes Charging current is reduced Make sure the power outlet is suitable for charging and that the due to high temperature plug is seated correctly. Consider connecting to a different detected in the wall plug.
  • Page 178 Mobile Connector Owner's Manual...
  • Page 179 Overview Exterior 1. Signature light bar (Lights on page 283) 2. Autopilot cameras (Cameras on page 199) 3. Wiper blade (Windshield Wiper and Washers on page 287) 4. Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 280) 5. Front exterior door release button (Doors on page 208) 6.
  • Page 180 Overview 1. Tonneau cover (Cargo Bed on page 251) 2. Cargo bed (Cargo Bed on page 251) 3. Rear-facing camera (Rear-Facing Camera on page 200) 4. Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 397) 5. Exterior cargo bed switch (Accessing the Cargo Bed on page 252) 6.
  • Page 181 Overview Interior 1. Interior door open button (Doors on page 208) 2. Blind spot indicator and speaker (Blind Spot Warning Light on page 3. Left scroll button (Left Scroll Button on page 276) 4. Horn (Horn on page 278) 5. Right scroll button (Right Scroll Button on page 277) 6.
  • Page 182 Overview 18. Glovebox (Glovebox on page 245) 1. Rear touchscreen (Rear Touchscreen on page 181) 2. Rear climate control vents (Adjusting the Front and Rear Vents on page 376) 3. USB ports (USB-C Ports on page 190) 4. Rear outlet (120V) (Interior Electronics on page 190) 5.
  • Page 183 Overview Use the touchscreen to control many features that, in traditional vehicles, are controlled using physical buttons (for example, adjusting the cabin heating and air conditioning, headlights, etc.). You also use the touchscreen to control media, navigate, use entertainment features, and customize Cybertruck to suit your preferences. For hands-free access to common touchscreen controls, use voice commands (see Voice Commands on page If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, you can restart it (see...
  • Page 184 Overview To search for a specific setting, touch Search at the top of the Controls tab. When an information icon displays beside a specific setting, touch to display a popup that provides helpful details about the associated setting. NOTE: Many vehicle controls, settings, and preferences (such as climate, media, and navigation) can be adjusted hands- free using voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 6.
  • Page 185: Restarting The Touchscreen

    Displays when Cybertruck cellular connectivity is available or being used. Appears when your vehicle's GPS location is actively being accessed in the Tesla app by the owner, an added driver, or a third party app you're using. To disable, navigate to Controls > Safety > Allow Mobile Access on the touchscreen.
  • Page 186: Rear Touchscreen

    Overview 3. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the touchscreen to restart. If the touchscreen is still unresponsive or demonstrating unusual behavior after a few minutes, try power cycling the vehicle, if possible (see Starting and Powering Off on page 28). NOTE: Restarting the touchscreen also activates the drive mode selector on the overhead console.
  • Page 187 Overview The rear touchscreen provides rear passengers with access to: 1. Fan Speed: Touch the arrows to decrease/increase the fan speed. NOTE: You can also use the front touchscreen to adjust climate settings in the rear cabin (see Operating Climate Controls on page 370).
  • Page 188: Naming Your Vehicle

    You can erase all personal data (saved addresses, music favorites, etc.) and restore all customized settings to their factory defaults. This is useful when transferring ownership of Cybertruck. Touch Controls > Service > Factory Reset. Before erasing, Cybertruck verifies your credentials by prompting you to enter the user name and password associated with your Tesla account.
  • Page 189 If the touchscreen displays this red brake indicator at any time other than briefly when you first start Cybertruck, a brake system fault is detected, or the level of the brake fluid is low. Contact Tesla immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so.
  • Page 190 ABS fault has occurred and the ABS is not operating. Contact Tesla. The braking system remains fully operational and is not affected by an ABS failure. However, braking distances may increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy braking.
  • Page 191 Overview If the parking brake experiences an electrical issue, the amber parking brake indicator lights up and a fault message displays on the touchscreen. Canada: Vehicle power is currently being limited because the energy remaining in the Battery is low, the vehicle's systems are being heated or cooled, or an error is detected by a drive inverter.
  • Page 192: Driving Status

    Overview Auto High Beam is enabled and high beams are on. Cybertruck is ready to turn off the high beams if needed. Headlights on page 283. Trailer Mode is active. See Towing a Trailer on page 313. Some of the energy stored in the Battery may not be available due to cold weather conditions. In cold weather, charging rates may also be limited.
  • Page 193 Overview The touchscreen also shows the following: 1. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. You can toggle between driving distance and percentage of Battery energy remaining by touching the displayed value. You can also change how energy is displayed by touching Controls > Display >...
  • Page 194 Overview WARNING: Although the touchscreen shows surrounding traffic, some vehicles may not be displayed. Never rely on the detected displayed vehicles to determine if a vehicle is present (for example, in your blind spot). Always use your mirrors and perform shoulder checks. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 195 Overview Interior Electronics In addition to storage compartments and cup holders (see Interior Storage on page 243), the Cybertruck interior supports various electronics such as an RFID transmitter that reads key cards (see Keys on page 204), USB-C ports, wireless phone chargers, a power outlet in the center console, and a power outlet below the rear touchscreen.
  • Page 196 Overview NOTE: Use USB 3.0 compliant cables to connect a device to a USB-C port. Using non-compliant cables may result in slower charging, connection problems, or degraded performance. NOTE: If all three USB-C ports are in use at the same time, power to each port will be reduced. CAUTION: Do not use the USB-C ports to power a device with a power rating that exceeds the limits listed above.
  • Page 197 Overview When placed on the wireless charger, your phone charges whenever the vehicle is powered on (the touchscreen is on and you are in the vehicle). Your phone does not charge when you leave the vehicle unless a feature, such as Sentry Mode, is enabled. NOTE: The phone must be in direct contact with the wireless charger.
  • Page 198 Overview The rear power outlet is located below the rear touchscreen: NOTE: To have the cabin outlets continue supplying power even when Cybertruck is not occupied, touch Controls > Outlets & Mods and enable Keep On Cabin and Bed Outlets (see Keep On Cabin and Bed Outlets on page 195).
  • Page 199 Overview Cargo Bed Outlets Your Cybertruck has three AC power outlets located in the cargo bed. To access the outlets: 1. Open the tailgate (see Cargo Bed on page 251). 2. Locate the outlet cover on the left side of the bed. 3.
  • Page 200: Overload Capability

    Overview Keep On Cabin and Bed Outlets If you want the outlets to continue supplying power even when the vehicle is not occupied, touch Controls > Outlets & Mods and enable Keep On Cabin and Bed Outlets. After 12 hours, or once the high voltage Battery has less than 5% remaining energy, the outlets shut off.
  • Page 201: Warnings And Cautions

    Overview Warnings and Cautions CAUTION: Always check each outlet for damage before use. CAUTION: Keep the outlet cover closed when the cargo bed outlets are not in use. CAUTION: Keep the outlet cover closed when Cybertruck is AC charging, especially in wet weather. AC charging may be disabled if moisture enters one of the outlets.
  • Page 202 Examples of Voice Commands Here is a list of example voice commands. This is not an exhaustive list. Tesla is constantly working to improve voice commands. NOTE: Your vehicle must be in Park to enable some voice commands (such as Sentry Mode, Dog Mode, etc.).
  • Page 203 Overview • "Increase/decrease the fan speed" • "Turn on/off rear defroster" • "Set the temperature/fan..." • "Turn on recirculate" Windshield Wiper Update the windshield wiper speed and frequency based on changing road and weather conditions: • "Speed up the wiper" •...
  • Page 204 NOTE: To support ongoing quality improvements, Tesla captures and processes voice command transcriptions (such as “set the temperature…”). Audio voice recordings are not collected, and transcriptions are not associated with your Tesla account or with your vehicle's identification number. To further protect your privacy, voice commands containing personal data are not captured (such as "Navigate to..."...
  • Page 205: Rear-Facing Camera

    Overview 4. A camera is mounted above each front wheel. 5. A camera is mounted above the grille on the front bumper. Viewing Camera Feeds The Camera app shows the views from the side cameras, rear-facing camera, and front-facing camera. To open the Camera app, you can either: •...
  • Page 206: Front-Facing Camera

    Overview Whenever you shift into Reverse, the touchscreen displays the view from the rear-facing camera. Lines show your driving path based on the position of the steering wheel. These lines adjust as you move the steering wheel. The tailgate must be fully closed in order to see the rear view and lines on the display.
  • Page 207 The cabin camera can determine driver inattentiveness and enhances active safety features (such as Forward Collision Warning). You can also view the feed from this camera in the Tesla mobile app when Sentry Mode Live Camera is enabled (see Sentry Mode on page 84).
  • Page 208 Controls > Service > Camera Calibration > Clear Calibration. When the calibration is cleared, Cybertruck repeats the calibration process. NOTE: Cybertruck must repeat the calibration process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla, and in some cases after a software update.
  • Page 209: Opening And Closing

    NOTE: Some Android smartphones with NFC capability can be used to lock/unlock your vehicle, just like using a key card. Ensure the Tesla mobile app is correctly paired to your vehicle and enable the NFC function on your phone. Once enabled, simply hold the phone to the driver's side door pillar to lock or unlock the door.
  • Page 210 Opening and Closing Once inside, power up Cybertruck by pressing the brake pedal within two minutes of scanning the key card (see Starting and Powering Off on page 28). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must re-authenticate by placing the key card near one of the card readers located on the wireless phone chargers on the center console.
  • Page 211: Managing Keys

    Bluetooth (some phones disable Bluetooth when the battery is low). 4. While inside or near the vehicle, open the Tesla mobile app and touch Set Up Phone Key on the main screen, or navigate to Security > Set Up Phone Key. Follow the prompts on the mobile app and vehicle touchscreen to set up your phone key.
  • Page 212 Replacing Key cards If you lose a key card, you can purchase replacement ones on the Tesla Shop. When ready to pair, simply follow the steps in Managing Keys on page 206. Remember to remove your old key cards from Controls > Locks > Keys for security purposes.
  • Page 213 Opening and Closing Doors Opening and Closing Doors from Outside Doors are electrically powered. When you approach Cybertruck carrying a phone key, the doors and tailgate automatically unlock. To open a door, press the exterior door release button on the pillar to the right of each door. The doors do not automatically lock/unlock when you approach Cybertruck carrying only a key card.
  • Page 214: Opening Doors From The Interior

    Opening and Closing Whenever a door is open, the Door Open indicator displays on the touchscreen. Also, the image of the Cybertruck on the touchscreen's Controls window provides a visual representation of the open door(s). To close a door from the outside, manually push it shut. Make sure no objects are in the way before closing the door. Opening Doors from the Interior To open a door while sitting inside, press interior door open button, located at the top of the interior door handle, and push the door open.
  • Page 215: Interior Locking And Unlocking

    • The driver exits the vehicle without using the driver's door. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure Cybertruck is locked, even when Walk-Away Door Lock is enabled. You can check if Cybertruck is locked from the Tesla mobile app (see Mobile App on page 18).
  • Page 216: Child Locks

    Controls > Locks > Child Lock. You can choose Both to engage the child lock on both rear doors, or you can choose Left or Right to engage it on just a specific door. WARNING: Tesla recommends turning on child locks whenever a child is seated in a rear seat. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 217: Locking Rear Windows

    Opening and Closing Windows Opening and Closing CAUTION: The windows automatically lower slightly when you open or close a door. This is normal and avoids damage to the window when the door opens. If you manually raise a window when the door is open, ensure it is slightly lowered before closing the door.
  • Page 218: Calibrating Windows

    Opening and Closing WARNING: To ensure safety, it is recommended that you lock the rear window switches whenever children are seated in the rear seats. Calibrating Windows In the unlikely event that a window behaves unexpectedly (fails to open or close properly, goes down more than normal when the door opens, etc.), you can calibrate it to potentially fix the issue.
  • Page 219 Opening and Closing To expose the vanity mirror, lower the visor extender, then lower the mirror cover. While the cover is lowered, the mirror is exposed and lights are illuminated. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 220: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints Front and Rear Seats Correct Driving Position The seat, head support, seat belt and airbags work together to maximize your safety. Using these correctly ensures greater protection. Position the seat so you can wear the seat belt correctly, while being as far away from the front airbag as possible: 1.
  • Page 221 Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Move seat forward/backward and adjust the seat’s height and tilt angle up/down. 2. Adjust backrest. 3. Adjust lumbar support. WARNING: Before adjusting a front seat, check that the area around the seat is free of obstacles (people and objects). WARNING: Do not adjust seats while driving.
  • Page 222: Head Supports

    Seating and Safety Restraints Head Supports The front seats and the rear outboard seats are equipped with integrated head supports that you cannot adjust. The rear center seat is equipped with an adjustable head support that you can raise and lower: •...
  • Page 223: Seat Heaters

    Seating and Safety Restraints To re-install the rear center head support: 1. With the front of the head support facing forward, align both posts into the corresponding holes on the seat back. 2. While holding the button on the base of the post, press downward on the head support until it clicks into place. 3.
  • Page 224: Wearing Seat Belts

    Seating and Safety Restraints Seat Belts Wearing Seat Belts Using seat belts and child safety seats is the most effective way to protect occupants if a collision occurs. Therefore, wearing a seat belt is required by law in most jurisdictions. All seats are equipped with three-point inertia reel seat belts.
  • Page 225: To Adjust The Shoulder Anchor Height

    Seating and Safety Restraints To Adjust the Shoulder Anchor Height Cybertruck is equipped with an adjustable shoulder anchor for each front seat to ensure that the seat belt is positioned correctly. The seat belt should lay flat across the mid-point of your collar bone while in the correct driving position (see Correct Driving Position on page 215).
  • Page 226: Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant

    Seating and Safety Restraints Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant Do not put the lap or shoulder sections of the seat belt over the abdominal area. Wear the lap section of the belt as low as possible across the hips, not the waist. Position the shoulder portion of the belt between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen.
  • Page 227: Testing Seat Belts

    Seating and Safety Restraints The seat belts in all rear seating positions are equipped with shoulder pre-tensioners to retract the seat belt webbing to reduce forward movement of the occupant. If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not activate in an impact, this does not mean they malfunctioned.
  • Page 228 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Ensure that all seat belts are worn correctly. An improperly worn seat belt increases the risk of injury or death if a collision occurs. WARNING: Never sit on top of any seat belt component. Doing so can cause damage or interfere with the proper deployment of safety equipment.
  • Page 229: Child Safety Seats

    Seating and Safety Restraints Child Safety Seats Passenger Front Airbag Must Be OFF Your Cybertruck seat belts are designed for adults and larger children. You must restrain infants and small children in the rear seats only, and you must use a suitable child safety seat appropriate for the child’s age, weight, and size. WARNING: Never seat a child in the front passenger seat, even if using a child restraint system.
  • Page 230: Choosing A Child Safety Seat

    Seating and Safety Restraints Choosing a Child Safety Seat All children age 12 and under should ride in the rear seats. Always use a child safety seat suitable for a young child’s age and weight. The following table is based on child safety seat recommendations determined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
  • Page 231: Seating Larger Children

    Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Larger Children If a child is too large to fit into a child safety seat, but too small to safely fit into the standard seat belts, use a booster seat appropriate for the child’s age and size. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions to secure the booster seat. WARNING: Larger children in booster seats should wear the seat belt like an adult.
  • Page 232 Seating and Safety Restraints The automatic locking retractor (ALR) feature is not used for booster seats in which a large child is restrained by the vehicle's seat belts directly, and therefore not using a child safety seat's integrated restraints. NOTE: An automatic locking retractor disengages only when the seat belt is unbuckled and fully retracted. The belt can then be worn as a normal belt, sliding freely in and out and locking tight only in an emergency.
  • Page 233 Seating and Safety Restraints Carefully read and follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child restraint system. The instructions describe how to slide the child restraint system onto the seat’s anchor bars until you hear it "click" into place. You may need to push the child restraint system firmly against the seat back to ensure it fits snugly.
  • Page 234: Attaching Upper Tether Straps

    Seating and Safety Restraints Before seating a child, ensure that the child restraint system is securely installed. Grasp the front of the child restraint system with one hand on each side, and attempt to: • Twist the child restraint system from side to side. •...
  • Page 235 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Tighten upper tether straps according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child safety seat. For the outboard seats, position dual-strap tethers on each side of the head support: For the outboard seats, position single-strap tethers on the outside of the head support: Owner's Manual...
  • Page 236 Seating and Safety Restraints For the center seat, route dual-strap tethers between the posts under the head support. Lift the head support (see Head Supports on page 217), then route the straps. Keep the head support in the raised position. WARNING: In the center seat, do not run dual-strap tethers on each side of the head support.
  • Page 237: Testing A Child Safety Seat

    Seating and Safety Restraints Testing a Child Safety Seat Before seating a child, always make sure the child safety seat is not loose: 1. Hold the child safety seat by the belt path and try to slide the safety seat from side to side and front to back. 2.
  • Page 238 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Always check harnesses and tether straps for damage and wear. WARNING: Never leave a child unattended, even if the child is secured in a child safety seat. WARNING: Never use a child safety seat that has been involved in a collision. Have the seat inspected or replaced as described in the child safety seat manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 239: Location Of Airbags

    Seating and Safety Restraints Airbags Location of Airbags Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown below. Airbag warning information is printed on the sun visors. Cybertruck is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt (also called seat belt assembly) at both designated front seating positions.
  • Page 240: Types Of Airbags

    Seating and Safety Restraints How Airbags Work Airbags inflate when sensors detect an impact that exceeds deployment thresholds. These thresholds are designed to predict the severity of a crash in time for the airbags to help protect the vehicle's occupants. Airbags inflate instantly with considerable force accompanied by a loud noise.
  • Page 241 After this check, the airbag indicator turns off. If the airbag system detects a fault in any of the previously mentioned components, the airbag warning indicator stays on. In this case contact Tesla service immediately. Do not drive the vehicle until the airbag system is inspected by Tesla.
  • Page 242 Seating and Safety Restraints Front Passenger Occupant Detection Cybertruck has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the status of the front airbag. NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory requirement of FMVSS 208 and automatically detects when inflating the passenger front airbag would be unnecessary or potentially harmful.
  • Page 243 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Do not use seat covers on the front seats. Doing so could reduce the accuracy of the occupant detection system. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 244 NOTE: Tesla follows NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recommendations that all occupants age 12 and under be seated in a rear seat.
  • Page 245 Seating and Safety Restraints Examples of Correct and Incorrect Seating Positions Correct seating position: Incorrect seating position - the passenger's feet must be on the floor: Incorrect seating position - the passenger must not slide forward on the seat cushion: Owner's Manual...
  • Page 246 Seating and Safety Restraints Incorrect seating position - the passenger must not recline the backrest to a laying down position when the vehicle is moving: Owner's Manual...
  • Page 247: Inflation Effects

    Seating and Safety Restraints Inflation Effects WARNING: When airbags inflate, a fine powder is released. This powder can irritate the skin and should be thoroughly flushed from the eyes and from any cuts or abrasions. After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide a gradual cushioning effect for the occupants and to ensure the driver’s forward vision is not obscured.
  • Page 248: Storage Areas

    Storage Areas Interior Storage Center Console In addition to housing wireless phone chargers, USB-C outlets, and a 120V power outlet (see Interior Electronics on page 190), the center console includes cup holders, a storage compartment, and a rear touchscreen. To open the main storage compartment, squeeze the latch and pivot the cover upward. To close, lower the cover and make sure it latches shut.
  • Page 249: Rear Seat Storage

    Storage Areas To raise the console, push the head rest all the way upward until the console securely latches into place. Rear Seat Storage To maximize cargo space in the second row, the seat cushions can be folded upwards. The rear seat is split into two sections. While pulling the tab on the inside of the rear door, pull the front of the seat upwards until you hear a click.
  • Page 250: Glove Box

    Storage Areas Glovebox To open the glovebox, touch Controls > Glovebox. The glovebox opens and the light turns on. You can also open the glovebox with a voice command (see Voice Commands on page To close the glovebox, touch Glovebox again. For additional glovebox security, touch Controls >...
  • Page 251 Storage Areas Owner's Manual...
  • Page 252 Storage Areas Powered Frunk Opening WARNING: Before opening or closing the powered frunk, it is important to check that the area around the hood is free of obstacles (people and objects). Failure to do so may result in damage or serious injury. WARNING: Use caution around the panel edges on Cybertruck, including the doors, powered frunk, tailgate, and surrounding panels.
  • Page 253 NOTE: Requires an iPhone 11 or newer and Tesla mobile app 4.31.0 or higher. Ensure your phone settings allow "Nearby Interactions" for the Tesla mobile app. If your phone key is already paired, open the Tesla mobile app and go to Phone Key >...
  • Page 254: Load Limits

    Storage Areas Closing WARNING: Before driving, you must ensure that the hood is securely latched in the fully closed position by carefully trying to lift the front edge of the hood upward and confirming there is no movement. It is the driver's responsibility to ensure that the powered frunk is properly closed before driving.
  • Page 255: Interior Emergency Release

    Storage Areas Interior Emergency Release An illuminated interior release button inside the powered frunk allows a person locked inside to get out. Press the interior release button to unlatch the powered frunk, then push up on the hood. If the powered frunk is already open, pressing the interior release button closes it.
  • Page 256: Cargo Bed

    Storage Areas Cargo Bed Overview WARNING: Passengers must always be seated in seats with seat belts fastened at all times when the vehicle is in motion. Never allow passengers or pets to ride in the cargo bed, even with the tonneau cover closed. Doing so can result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 257 Storage Areas CAUTION: Although the tonneau cover protects contents from the majority of water during rain, snow, etc., it does not make the cargo bed waterproof. Water ingress and/or condensation can occur. Therefore, do not store items that can be damaged by water under the tonneau cover.
  • Page 258 Storage Areas WARNING: When closing the tonneau cover, keep hands and objects away from the tonneau cover tracks. Failure to do so can cause damage or injury. WARNING: When closing the tailgate, keep hands and objects away from the perimeter, the hinges, etc. Failure to do so can cause damage or serious injury.
  • Page 259 Storage Areas 4. Calibrate the tonneau cover: ◦ Touch Calibrate on the touchscreen (on the exterior view of the vehicle, where you would normally touch to open or close the tonneau cover) and follow the onscreen instructions. NOTE: The Calibrate option only appears on the touchscreen when the tonneau cover needs to be calibrated. ◦...
  • Page 260: Securing Cargo

    Storage Areas Under Bed Compartment The cargo bed features a sealed storage compartment. To open: 1. Open the tailgate (see Accessing the Cargo Bed on page 252). 2. Grasp the handle and flip the cover fully upward. Once open, integrated struts hold the cover in the raised position. The under bed compartment features a drain plug that allows you to use it to store water and/or ice.
  • Page 261 Storage Areas • Four tie-down anchors - one at each bottom corner of the cargo bed. CAUTION: Do not use the tie-down anchors or L-tracks for towing. They are intended to secure cargo such as a spare tire. See Towing a Trailer on page 313 for more information.
  • Page 262 Storage Areas WARNING: Before driving while carrying objects in the cargo bed, always ensure the cargo is evenly distributed and adequately secured to prevent it from shifting or falling onto a roadway. Failure to do so can compromise vehicle stability, damage the cargo bed, and cause serious personal injury or death to passengers and other road users. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 263: To Use The Mobile App

    For supported video sources, send videos to Tesla Theater by sharing the link through the mobile app. Navigate to the movie, show, or video you want to play on your phone and touch the share button. Share the video with the Tesla app and it appears on the touchscreen if Cybertruck is in Park.
  • Page 264 Supercharging due to the latch being frozen in place, use your Tesla mobile app to enable Defrost Truck for approximately 30-45 minutes. This can help thaw ice on the charge port latch so the charge cable can be removed or inserted.
  • Page 265 Add and remove access permission for an additional driver from the Tesla mobile app. To add an additional driver, in the Tesla mobile app from the vehicle home screen, go to Security > Add Driver and follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 266: Troubleshooting Tips

    To ensure fast, reliable delivery of software and map updates, Tesla recommends leaving Cybertruck connected to a Wi-Fi network whenever possible (for example, when parked at home). To connect to a Wi-Fi network: 1.
  • Page 267: Bluetooth ® Compatibility

    Connectivity Bluetooth ® Bluetooth Compatibility You can use various Bluetooth devices in Cybertruck provided it is paired and within operating range. For example, you can pair your Bluetooth-capable phone so you can use it hands-free. In addition to phones, you can pair other Bluetooth-enabled devices with Cybertruck.
  • Page 268: Importing Contacts And Recent Calls

    Connectivity Importing Contacts and Recent Calls Once a phone is paired, go to Controls > Bluetooth > Paired Devices and expand the dropdown next to the device's name to specify whether you want to allow access to your phone’s contacts, recent calls and text messages. If you allow access, you can use the phone app to make calls and send messages to people in your list of contacts and on your recent calls list (see Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing on page 25).
  • Page 269 Check the Tesla mobile app: • Confirm the Tesla mobile app is up to date on software. • Verify you're logged into the Tesla mobile app while using your phone key. • Ensure the Tesla app is running in the background.
  • Page 270: Using The Phone App

    Connectivity Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing Using the Phone App When your phone is connected to Cybertruck using Bluetooth (see Bluetooth on page 22), and you have allowed access to information on your phone (see Importing Contacts and Recent Calls on page 22), you can use the phone app to display and make a hands-free call to anyone listed on your phone.
  • Page 271: In-Call Options

    4. On your phone, go to Settings and allow access/give permission to share your calendar with the Tesla mobile app. The mobile app can then periodically (and automatically) send calendar data from your phone to Cybertruck.
  • Page 272 5. Navigate to Controls > Locks > myQ Connected Garage > Link Account and follow the instructions to pair the garage with Cybertruck. Once paired, monitoring and controlling the garage becomes available on the touchscreen, where you can further customize myQ. For more information, questions, or troubleshooting assistance, visit www.myQ.com/Tesla. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 273: Powering Off

    Driving Starting and Powering Off Starting When you open a door to enter Cybertruck, the touchscreen powers on and you can operate all controls. To shift Cybertruck, press the brake pedal and swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's drive mode strip (see Shifting on page 32).
  • Page 274 Driving Cybertruck also powers off automatically after being in Park for 30 minutes, even if you are sitting in the driver’s seat. Although usually not needed, you can power off Cybertruck while sitting in the driver’s seat, provided the vehicle is not moving.
  • Page 275 Driving Shifting Shift Using the Touchscreen When you press the brake pedal when Cybertruck is parked, the drive mode strip displays on the driver's side of the touchscreen. Use the drive mode strip to shift Cybertruck: Swipe up for Drive, swipe down for Reverse, or press the drive mode strip for Park.
  • Page 276 Driving When Auto Shift from Park is enabled, Cybertruck is designed to automatically select Drive or Reverse. The touchscreen displays the selected drive mode when the driver's door is closed and seat belt is buckled. To override the selection, press the brake pedal and use the drive mode strip on touchscreen to shift into your desired drive mode (Drive, Reverse, Park;...
  • Page 277 Driving 1. Park 2. Reverse 3. Neutral 4. Drive NOTE: When the touchscreen is available for shifting and you have manually activated the drive mode selector on the overhead console, the overhead console automatically deactivates if you don't shift after a short amount of time. Park To manually shift into Park, press the brake pedal and touch the Park button on the touchscreen's drive mode strip.
  • Page 278 Driving Drive To manually shift into Drive, swipe up on the drive mode strip located on the touchscreen or, if the touchscreen is unavailable, press D on the drive mode selector located on the overhead console. You can shift into Drive when Cybertruck is stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Reverse.
  • Page 279: Adjusting The Steering Wheel Position

    Driving Steering Wheel Adjusting the Steering Wheel Position To adjust the steering wheel, touch Controls and touch the Steering icon. Use the left scroll button on the steering wheel to move the steering wheel to the desired position: • To adjust the height/tilt angle of the steering wheel, roll the left scroll button up or down. •...
  • Page 280 Driving Left buttons: 1. Right turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 285) 2. High beam headlights* (see Headlights on page 283) 3. Multi-functional button (non-functional) 4. Left scroll button (see Left Scroll Button on page 276) 5. Left turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 285) Owner's Manual...
  • Page 281 Driving Right Buttons: 1. Cameras (see Cameras on page 199) 2. Wiper* (see Windshield Wiper and Washers on page 287) 3. Right scroll button (see Right Scroll Button on page 277) 4. Voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 5. Cruise control indicator (non-functional) *The behaviors associated with the buttons for headlight high beams (Headlights on page 283) and wiper...
  • Page 282 Driving • When using media player, push the button to the left to go back to the previous song or station or push it to the right to skip to the next song or station. • Roll the scroll button up to increase and down to decrease the volume. NOTE: The scroll button adjusts the volume for media and phone calls based on what is currently in use.
  • Page 283: Heated Steering Wheel

    370), then touch the steering wheel icon. When turned on, radiant heat keeps the steering wheel at a comfortable temperature. To turn the heated steering wheel off, use the climate controls or the Tesla mobile app (see Mobile App on page 18).
  • Page 284 Driving Steer-by-Wire Cybertruck uses steer-by-wire technology, which means that there is no mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the wheels. Instead, sensors in the steering column communicate electronically with the steering racks. As a result, steering Cybertruck feels more responsive and requires less effort from the driver. Cybertruck also has four-wheel steering.
  • Page 285: Adjusting Exterior Mirrors

    Driving Mirrors Adjusting Exterior Mirrors Adjust the exterior mirrors by touching Controls > Mirrors. Press the left scroll button on the steering wheel to choose whether you are adjusting the Left or Right mirror. Then, use the left scroll button as follows to adjust the selected mirror to its desired position: •...
  • Page 286: Folding Mirrors

    Driving You can save your side mirror position in your driver profile for your convenience. Mirror Auto Tilt automatically tilts mirrors downward when backing up. To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto Tilt. To adjust the auto-tilt position, touch Adjust Tilted Position and make mirror adjustments as needed. After adjusting the tilted position and touching Save, mirrors will automatically tilt to the configured position whenever you shift into Reverse.
  • Page 287: Rear View Mirror

    Driving If you no longer want mirrors to fold automatically, touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors when they fold at the saved location, then touch Remove Location. When you leave the saved location, the mirrors will unfold automatically when your speed reaches 3 mph (6 km/h) or if you touch Controls >...
  • Page 288 Driving Lights Overview Cybertruck has convenience lights that automatically turn on and off based on what you are doing. For example, interior lights, marker lights, signature lights, door handle lights, and puddle lights turn on when you unlock Cybertruck, when you open a door, and when you shift into Park.
  • Page 289 Driving Low beam headlights are on. The headlights are on. Illuminates when headlights are on but the Auto High Beam setting is turned off or if the Auto High Beam setting is turned on but is temporarily unavailable. High beams are currently turned on, and Auto High Beam is ready to turn off the high beams if light is detected in front of Cybertruck.
  • Page 290: Turn Signals

    Driving The headlights can automatically switch to low beam when there is light detected in front of Cybertruck (for example, from an oncoming vehicle). To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Lights > Auto High Beam. Your chosen setting is retained until you manually change it.
  • Page 291: Headlights After Exit

    Driving If a severe crash is detected by your vehicle, the hazard lights will automatically turn on and flash quickly to increase visibility. Pressing the hazard lights once will return the lights to its normal cadence. Pressing a second time turns all hazard lights off. NOTE: Hazard warning flashers operate even without a key nearby.
  • Page 292: Windshield Wiper And Washers

    ◦ Auto - Cybertruck detects precipitation and adjusts the wiping speed and intensity. NOTE: Turning on Autopilot features automatically sets wipers to Auto. NOTE: The Auto setting is currently in BETA. If uncertain about using the Auto setting while in the BETA phase, Tesla recommends operating the wipers manually, as necessary.
  • Page 293 Driving Choose to heat the wiper blade by touching the windshield icon on the touchscreen. While driving in the rain, the wiper blade may pause in the horizontal position for approximately 30 seconds before continuing to wipe the windshield. The blade may also move slightly based on vehicle speed to make Cybertruck more aerodynamic. Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper blade.
  • Page 294: Braking Systems

    If the touchscreen displays this red brake indicator at any time other than briefly when you first start Cybertruck, a brake system fault is detected, or the level of the brake fluid is low. Contact Tesla immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so.
  • Page 295: Regenerative Braking

    Driving WARNING: Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so interrupts operation of the ABS and can increase braking distance. WARNING: Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you and be aware of hazardous driving conditions. While the ABS can improve stopping distance, it cannot overcome the laws of physics. It also does not prevent the danger of hydroplaning (where a layer of water prevents direct contact between the tires and the road).
  • Page 296: Vehicle Hold

    Driving 1. Shows power being output by the Battery, such as that used to accelerate the vehicle or to cool the cabin. When you press the accelerator pedal, the top half of the power meter fills with black (or white if the display is dark). 2.
  • Page 297: Brake Wear

    Subsystems on page 463. Additionally, Tesla recommends cleaning and lubricating the brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter months. WARNING: Neglecting to replace worn brake pads damages the braking system and can result in a braking hazard.
  • Page 298: Visual And Audio Feedback

    The colors on the visualization correspond to the distance between Cybertruck and the object shown. Red is closer to Cybertruck, and yellow is farther from Cybertruck. You can enable or disable Tesla Vision Park Assist by touching Controls > Autopilot, scrolling to Park Assist, and toggling between Standard and Tesla Vision.
  • Page 299: Limitations And False Warnings

    Driving Limitations and False Warnings Park Assist may not function correctly in these situations: • One or more of the sensors or cameras is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by mud, ice, or snow, or by a vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.).
  • Page 300: How It Works

    Driving Traction Control How It Works The traction control system constantly monitors the speed of the front and rear wheels. If Cybertruck experiences a loss of traction, your vehicle minimizes wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power. By default, the traction control system is on.
  • Page 301 Driving Suspension Cybertruck is equipped with adaptive air suspension that offers superior ride quality, balances comfort with range and performance, and maintains a level height between the front and rear axles. You can manually adjust the ride height to suit your circumstances. For example, you can raise Cybertruck when you need extra ground clearance (such as when driving on a steep driveway or ramp, in deep snow, over large speed bumps, parking curbs, etc.) or temporarily lower Cybertruck when you need extra space above the vehicle (such as in a parking garage) or to increase handling and range.
  • Page 302 Driving Ride Height Settings - Off-Road The following ride height settings are available when Cybertruck is in an off-road drive mode. For more information about driving off-road, see Off-Road Driving on page 304. NOTE: Each ride height is shown in relation to Medium, which is considered to be 0 in. (0 mm). Setting Change in Height Description...
  • Page 303: Customization Options

    Your profile also saves various preferences you make while customizing Cybertruck. To save your profile settings to the cloud and access them across multiple Tesla vehicles, set up a Tesla Profile (see Using Tesla Profiles on page 45).
  • Page 304: Saved Settings

    Account. This provides convenient access to your profile settings and preferences across all your Tesla supported vehicles. To set up your Tesla Profile, navigate to Driver Profile Settings and select your Tesla Account name. You can choose to set it up as a New Profile or copy the settings from an existing driver profile that you were previously using.
  • Page 305: Linking A Driver Profile To A Key

    Driving • Navigation, temperature, lights and display settings. • Autopilot and driving preferences. Linking a Driver Profile to a Key You can link a driver profile to a key (or keys) to allow Cybertruck to automatically select the correct driver profile when the linked key is detected as you approach the vehicle and open the driver's door.
  • Page 306 You can also use the mobile app to start and cancel Valet mode (if Cybertruck is in Park). When using the mobile app, you do not need to enter a PIN because you are already required to log into the app using your Tesla Account credentials.
  • Page 307: Displaying Trip Information

    Driving Trip Information Displaying Trip Information Trip information displays on the touchscreen in the "Cards" area on the vehicle status display, or when you touch Controls > Trips. For the current trip, you can display distance, duration and average energy usage. You can also show distance and total and average energy used since your last charge and for additional trips.
  • Page 308: Pedestrian Warning System

    Driving Pedestrian Warning System The Pedestrian Warning System causes Cybertruck to emit sound when driving below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or while driving in reverse. Electric vehicles operate quietly and this sound helps to alert pedestrians of your oncoming vehicle. The sound, which activates whenever Cybertruck is shifted out of Park, gets louder as speed increases.
  • Page 309: Off-Roading

    Off-Roading Off-Road Driving Off-road driving is driving your vehicle on an unpaved surface such as sand, silt, dirt, or mud, or on rocky or snow-covered surfaces. When Cybertruck is in Off-Road Mode, you have access to settings and drive modes that allow you to manage steep ascents, descents, uneven terrain, shallow creeks, and other obstacles you may encounter.
  • Page 310 Cybertruck after off-roading because mud and debris can quickly build up and limit some vehicle functions. See Cleaning Mud on page 131 for more information. CAUTION: Tesla recommends to fully open the tonneau to accommodate for increased body flex during dynamic off- road driving. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 311: Off-Road Modes

    Off-Roading Off-Road Modes Overland Overland maximizes traction on various terrains at low speeds. By selecting Overland, you can customize the following settings: Setting Options Description Surface All Purpose Automatically adjusts tire slip based on the amount of available traction and sets the Preferred Ride Height to High.
  • Page 312 Off-Roading Setting Options Description Deceleration Mode High Increases the amount of regenerative braking so Cybertruck slows down more dramatically when you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal, allowing for more dynamic one-pedal driving. WARNING: Setting the Deceleration Mode to High (located in Dynamics) may cause some loss of traction on loose surfaces (such as snow).
  • Page 313: Locking Differentials

    Off-Roading When enabled, the Wade Mode icon appears on the touchscreen and starts a countdown for how long Wade Mode is active. Wade Mode duration is limited to 30 minutes. Wade Mode defaults the vehicle’s ride height to Very High and protects Cybertruck for up to approximately 32 in (815 mm) of water, driving at slow speeds (1-3 mph (2-5 km/h)).
  • Page 314 Off-Roading Open Differentials Most passenger vehicles are equipped with open differentials on the drive axles. When a vehicle with open differentials turns on a corner or paved road, the wheels on the outside of the curve rotate more quickly than the wheels on the inside of the curve to prevent wheel hop and reduce vehicle instability.
  • Page 315 Off-Roading Or touch the associated locking differential icon in the vehicle status area and select which locking differential(s) you want to engage: Gray: Locking differential is disengaged. Orange: Locking differential is engaged. This icon may blink orange while the locking differential is engaging or disengaging.
  • Page 316: Troubleshooting

    Exercise extreme caution when approaching steep ascents and descents. While driving off road, always be aware of your surroundings and survey the terrain as necessary. Tesla is not liable for any damage to Cybertruck resulting from off-road driving.
  • Page 317 Off-Roading WARNING: Never depend on the driving visualization to show you obstacles in front of, behind, or to the sides of Cybertruck. Always use caution while driving off road and perform visual checks when necessary. The visualization relies on the cameras mounted on Cybertruck (see Cameras on page 199).
  • Page 318: Towing

    Tire Pressures when Towing on page 314. 3. Set the suspension height to match the trailer height. Tesla recommends Low (Controls > Suspension > Low). You must choose a ball mount suitable for your towing needs. See Ball Mount Specifications on page 319 for more information.
  • Page 319: Towing Capacity

    Vehicle Loading on page 455). CAUTION: Tesla assumes no responsibility for damage or injuries resulting from towing a trailer, for any errors or omissions in the instructions accompanying towing equipment, or for your failure to follow the proper instructions. Damage caused by towing a trailer is not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 320: Trailer Mode

    Towing Trailer Mode Trailer Mode must always be active when towing a trailer. When you connect a trailer's electrical connection (see Electrical Connections on page 319), Cybertruck automatically engages Trailer Mode. Trailer Mode disengages when you disconnect the trailer's electrical connection. To engage or exit Trailer Mode manually, touch Controls > Towing & Hauling > Trailer Mode on the touchscreen.
  • Page 321 Trailer Brake Boost Tesla recommends initially setting your Trailer Brake Boost to Low. Once Trailer Brake Gain is calibrated, adjust based on your preferences by driving around in a safe, open area and applying the brakes as you would in normal traffic. Increasing will make your brakes react more quickly, although the braking feels more harsh to passengers.
  • Page 322 Cybertruck switches to the standard brakes if a 3A or higher load on the trailer brake connections is detected. Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) Brakes Cybertruck supports standard electric brakes and Electric over Hydraulic (EOH) brakes. If using EOH brakes, Tesla recommends connecting a battery in parallel with the auxiliary power output to the EOH unit.
  • Page 323: Trailer Sway Mitigation

    Towing Parking with a Trailer Whenever possible, avoid parking on a grade. However, if parking on a grade is absolutely necessary, place wheel chocks under the trailer wheels: 1. One person presses and holds the brake pedal. 2. A second person places the wheel chocks under the wheels on the downgrade side of the trailer's tires. 3.
  • Page 324: Electrical Connections

    Towing The trailer hitch cover is attached to the body of the vehicle with three turn clips. Use a flat trim tool or non-marring screwdriver to partially turn and unlock the clips, then remove the trailer hitch cover and place it in a secure, dry place. Once removed, you can see where the ball mount can be installed.
  • Page 325 Towing Regulations require that all trailers, at a minimum, are equipped with taillights and turn signals. These are provided on the 4- pin connector, which is adequate when pulling a light load. For heavier loads, the trailer must also be equipped with brakes, available on the 7-pin connector.
  • Page 326: Carrying Accessories And Crossbars

    You must perform manual checks. Failure to do so can result in property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING: Use only the electrical connection designed by Tesla. Do not attempt to directly splice or attempt to connect trailer electrical wiring using any other method. Doing so can damage the vehicle electrical system and cause malfunctions.
  • Page 327 Towing 2. Use the provided torque wrench to loosen and remove the nuts that are fastened to the threaded studs located within the applique doors. 3. Install a bracket by positioning the bracket so that the raised arrow on it is directed outward, away from the vehicle. Align it with the threaded studs and set it in place.
  • Page 328 Towing 5. Repeat steps 2-4 for the remaining applique doors. NOTE: After installing the brackets once, you can leave them installed for future use, unless you want to move the crossbars to different locations on the vehicle. Installing Crossbars NOTE: Installing the crossbars requires two people. CAUTION: Crossbars must be installed in tandem.
  • Page 329 Towing 2. Lower one tower (edge of the crossbar) onto the bracket and extend the crossbar so that the other tower aligns with the bracket on the opposite side. 3. Use the key to open the tower doors. Push down to seat both towers. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 330 Towing 4. Once the towers are completely seated, close the tower doors securely using the key. You will hear and feel a “click” when the tower door is closed completely. If there is resistance to closing or if the door physically cannot be closed, the tower door is not seated properly.
  • Page 331 Towing NOTE: Keep the key in a dry, safe area for future use. Weight limits The crossbars are capable of supporting up to 220 lbs per crossbar set. See the in-box instructions that come with the crossbars for more information. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 332: Autopilot

    Autopilot is a suite of advanced driver assistance features that are intended to make driving safer and less stressful. None of these features make Cybertruck fully autonomous or replace you as the driver. Autopilot features come standard with all new Tesla vehicles. Basic Autopilot includes Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer.
  • Page 333 Autopilot It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the limitations of Autopilot and be ready to take control at all times. For more limitations, cautions, and warnings, see Limitations and Warnings on page Owner's Manual...
  • Page 334 Autopilot Autopilot Conditions Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features (see Cleaning a Camera on page 202). Dirty cameras as well as environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
  • Page 335: Autopilot Features

    Autopilot Autopilot Available When Feature • Headlights are set to On or Auto. Although Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is available both during the day and in low light conditions (dusk or dark), it aborts or is unavailable if headlights are set to Off. When Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is engaged, Auto High Beam is automatically enabled (see Headlights on page 283) and the wiper is set to Auto.
  • Page 336 Autopilot 1. Press the right scroll button, then release the accelerator pedal to allow Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to maintain the cruising speed. A chime sounds to indicate that Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is now active. 2. To change the set speed, roll the right scroll wheel up to increase, or down to decrease. You can apply the accelerator at any time to temporarily override the set cruising speed.
  • Page 337: Auto Lane Change

    Autopilot In situations where the speed limit cannot be detected when Autosteer is engaged, Autosteer reduces your driving speed and limits the set cruising speed to 45 mph (70 km/h). Although you can manually accelerate to exceed the limited speed, Cybertruck will not brake for detected obstacles as long as you are applying the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 338 Autopilot • Exit Passing Lane: Choose whether you want Navigate on Autopilot to maneuver out of a passing lane when navigating to a destination. In addition to route-based and speed-based lane changes, Navigate on Autopilot requests a lane change out of a passing lane as a reminder to stay in a slower lane when you are not passing other vehicles.
  • Page 339 Autopilot CAUTION: Navigate on Autopilot may not always attempt to exit at an off-ramp or change lanes, even when an exit or lane change is determined by the navigation route. Always remain alert and be prepared to manually steer onto an off- ramp, or make a lane change to prepare for, or to exit at, an off-ramp or interchange.
  • Page 340 Autopilot While Using Autopilot When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is active and Autopilot is maintaining a set speed, the speed is highlighted with blue text on the touchscreen. When Autosteer is active, the steering wheel icon is blue and the lane markings are highlighted in blue on the visualization. If Navigate on Autopilot is also active, the Navigate on Autopilot button is blue and the touchscreen displays the driving lane as a single blue line in front of Cybertruck.
  • Page 341 Autopilot It may take a few seconds for Cybertruck to reach the new cruising speed. Adjusting the Following Distance To adjust the following distance you want to maintain between Cybertruck and a vehicle traveling ahead of you, touch Controls > Autopilot > Cruise Follow Distance or press the right scroll button on the steering wheel to the left or right. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 342 Autopilot The closest following distance is 2.The closest following distance is 1. Each setting corresponds to a time-based distance that represents how long it takes for Cybertruck, from its current location, to reach the location of the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead of you. Autopilot retains your setting until you change it again. As you adjust the following distance, the touchscreen displays the current setting.
  • Page 343 When enabled while on a highway interchange or off-ramp, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may reduce your set speed in 5 mph (5 km/h) increments – to as slow as 25 mph (40 km/h) – to better match the reported speeds of other Tesla vehicles that have driven at that specific location.
  • Page 344: Take Over Immediately

    WARNING: In some cases (such as having insufficient data), Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may not automatically reduce the set speed on the highway interchange or off-ramp. Do not rely on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to determine an appropriate driving speed. Tesla recommends driving at a speed that is safe for road conditions and within posted speed limits.
  • Page 345 Autopilot Driver Attentiveness Autosteer determines how best to steer Cybertruck. When active, Autosteer requires you to hold the steering wheel. If it does not detect your hands on the steering wheel for a period of time, a flashing blue light appears at the top of the vehicle status section of the touchscreen and the following message displays: Steering yoke alert: Steering wheel alert:...
  • Page 346: Traffic Light And Stop Sign Control

    Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control NOTE: Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is a BETA feature and works best on roads that are frequently driven by Tesla vehicles. Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control attempts to stop at all traffic lights and may also stop at green lights.
  • Page 347 Autopilot • The touchscreen on Cybertruck is displaying an upcoming traffic light in "bold" format. Cybertruck does not acknowledge traffic lights that the touchscreen shows as faded. If a traffic light is not directly ahead of the camera (for example, it is located at an angle of the camera's view, or located in an adjacent lane) the touchscreen displays it as faded and Cybertruck does not slow down and stop for it.
  • Page 348 Autopilot Traffic Lights When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control engaged, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control enabled, Cybertruck is designed to respond as follows when approaching intersections controlled by a traffic light: Type of Traffic Light Vehicle Intended Response At a solid green traffic light, or at a traffic light that is currently off (not illuminated), Cybertruck slows down.
  • Page 349 Autopilot Type of Traffic Light Vehicle Intended Response Cybertruck slows down. To proceed, you must briefly press the accelerator pedal. If you don’t, Cybertruck stops at the red stop line displayed on the touchscreen. NOTE: To prevent Cybertruck from stopping, and to minimize how much it slows down as it approaches, you can confirm that you want to proceed by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal at any time after the touchscreen displays the red stop line.
  • Page 350 Autopilot Stop Signs and Road Markings When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control engaged, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control enabled, Cybertruck is designed to respond as follows when approaching intersections controlled by stop signs, stop lines, or road markings: Type of Intersection Vehicle Intended Response...
  • Page 351 Autopilot Type of Intersection Vehicle Intended Response Stop Sign and Road Marking Road Marking WARNING: Cybertruck also slows down and stops at a roundabout. You must take over steering (which cancels Autosteer) and briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm that you want to continue through the roundabout. WARNING: At crosswalks, Cybertruck may slow down and may stop, depending on whether the crosswalk is controlled by a traffic light and whether the cameras detect pedestrians, bicyclists, etc.
  • Page 352: Limitations And Warnings

    Autopilot • Driving on a hill or on a road that has sharp curves on which the cameras are unable to see upcoming traffic lights or stop signs. • A traffic light, stop sign, or road marking is obstructed (for example, a tree, a large vehicle, etc.). •...
  • Page 353 Autopilot • Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may not detect all objects and, especially when cruising over 50 mph (80 km/h), may not brake/decelerate when a vehicle or object is only partially in the driving lane or when a vehicle you are following moves out of your driving path and a stationary or slow-moving vehicle or object is in front of you.
  • Page 354 Autopilot WARNING: Autosteer is not designed to, and will not, steer Cybertruck around objects partially in a driving lane and in some cases, may not stop for objects that are completely blocking the driving lane. Always watch the road in front of you and stay prepared to take immediate action.
  • Page 355 Remember that this is an early access feature that must be used with extra caution. CAUTION: As Full Self-Driving (Supervised) deployment expands, Tesla will gradually make it available to eligible customers in select countries outside the United States. Because every country contains unique infrastructure, driving behaviors, and traffic patterns that Full Self-Driving (Supervised) must adapt to over time, it is essential for drivers using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in newly eligible countries to be extra attentive and overly cautious.
  • Page 356 Autopilot Autopark CAUTION: Autopark's performance depends on the ability of the cameras to determine the vehicle's proximity to curbs, objects, and other vehicles. Be aware of the following warnings before and while using Autopark: • Do not use Autopark if anything, such as a ball hitch, bike rack, or trailer, is attached to the tow hitch. Autopark may not stop for hitches when parking between or in front of other vehicles.
  • Page 357 Autopilot Smart Summon CAUTION: Smart Summon is a BETA feature. You must continually monitor the vehicle and its surroundings and stay prepared to take immediate action at any time. It is the driver's responsibility to use Smart Summon safely, responsibly, and as intended.
  • Page 358: Active Safety Features

    Cybertruck is in motion, or the visualizations may not look exactly as described. NOTE: Enabling Tesla Vision Park Assist disables Lane Assist visualizations. For more information, see Park Assist on page WARNING: Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features...
  • Page 359: Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance

    Active Safety Features WARNING: Steering interventions are minimal and are not designed to move Cybertruck out of its driving lane. Do not rely on steering interventions to avoid side collisions. Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture, software version, and vehicle configuration, your vehicle may not be equipped with Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance, or the feature may not operate exactly as described.
  • Page 360: Limitations And Inaccuracies

    Active Safety Features • A rapid blinking red light indicates that a vehicle is detected and immediate corrective action is required to avoid a collision. WARNING: Do not rely on Blind Spot Warning Light to detect a vehicle in your blind spot. Always visually confirm that a lane is free from obstacles and vehicles before exiting your lane.
  • Page 361 Active Safety Features • Lane markings are excessively worn, have visible previous markings, have been adjusted due to road construction or are changing quickly (for example, lanes branching off, crossing over, or merging). CAUTION: Driver assistance features are automatically disabled when Track Mode is On. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times, including on track.
  • Page 362: Collision Avoidance Assist

    Active Safety Features Collision Avoidance Assist The following collision avoidance features are designed to increase the safety of you and your passengers: • Forward Collision Warning - provides visual and audible warnings in situations when Cybertruck detects that there is a high risk of a frontal collision (see Forward Collision Warning on page 75).
  • Page 363: Automatic Emergency Braking

    Active Safety Features Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h). Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h). WARNING: Forward Collision Warning does not provide a warning when the driver is already applying the brake. Automatic Emergency Braking Cybertruck is designed to determine the distance from detected objects.
  • Page 364: Obstacle-Aware Acceleration

    • Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s). • A camera is obstructed (dirty, covered, fogged over, covered by a sticker, etc.). CAUTION: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, Cybertruck displays an alert. Contact Tesla Service.
  • Page 365: Speed Assist

    Active Safety Features WARNING: The limitations previously described do not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper operation of Collision Avoidance Assist features. These features may fail to provide their intended function for many other reasons. It is the driver’s responsibility to avoid collisions by staying alert, paying attention, and taking corrective action as early as possible.
  • Page 366 Active Safety Features WARNING: The list above does not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper operation of Speed Assist. Speed Assist may fail to provide warnings for many other reasons. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 367: Dashcam, Sentry, And Security

    Parental controls enable you to limit the capabilities of Cybertruck and ensure that safety settings are enabled and cannot be changed. NOTE: You can also access parental controls from the Tesla mobile app (version 4.34.5 or higher required). NOTE: You cannot enable Parental Controls if Speed Limit Mode is enabled.
  • Page 368: Pin To Drive

    PIN. The PIN to Drive setting is disabled whenever Valet mode is active. If you forget your driving PIN, touch the link to enter your Tesla login credentials on the PIN to Drive popup, then follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
  • Page 369: Dashcam

    86). To protect your privacy, video recordings are saved locally to a formatted USB flash drive's onboard memory. Recordings are not sent to Tesla. Cybertruck does not record videos when Dashcam is Off. How to Use Dashcam 1. Format a USB flash drive. Dashcam requires a properly formatted USB drive inserted in your vehicle's USB port to store and retrieve footage.
  • Page 370 Dashcam, Sentry, and Security ◦ Manual: You must manually touch the Dashcam icon to save a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage. ◦ On Honk: When you press the horn, Dashcam saves a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage. You can enable this along with Auto or Manual simultaneously.
  • Page 371: Sentry Mode

    • Saves footage of the event to a USB drive (if installed). Sentry Mode is disabled by default. You can use voice commands or the Tesla mobile app to easily enable or disable Sentry Mode. To enable Sentry Mode using voice commands, say "Keep Tesla safe," "Keep my car safe," "Sentry on," or "Enable Sentry"...
  • Page 372 • View Live Camera NOTE: View Live Camera requires the Tesla mobile app installed on a phone that has been paired as a key to Cybertruck. When Sentry Mode is enabled, use the mobile app to remotely view the area surrounding Cybertruck as seen through the exterior cameras.
  • Page 373: Usb Drive Requirements For Recording Videos

    NOTE: Video quality can vary depending on network connectivity. No audio is captured. NOTE: The live camera feed is fully encrypted and cannot be accessed by Tesla. Viewing Video Recordings on page 86 for more information on viewing Sentry Mode footage.
  • Page 374 Dashcam, Sentry, and Security Viewing on the Touchscreen You can view recorded footage on the touchscreen when Cybertruck is in Park. Touch the Dashcam icon located in the app launcher. The tabs display a list of all video clips, organized by location and timestamp. Pause, rewind, fast forward, and delete clips as needed.
  • Page 375: Climate

    Climate Operating Climate Controls Overview of Climate Controls Climate controls are available at the bottom of the touchscreen. By default, climate control is set to Auto, which maintains optimum comfort in all but the most severe weather conditions. When you adjust the cabin temperature while in Auto, the system automatically adjusts the heating, air conditioning, air distribution, and fan speed to maintain the cabin at your selected temperature.
  • Page 376 Climate Turn the climate control system on or off. Turning it off reduces cooling, but saves energy. When the climate control system is operating, the front passenger vent can be turned off independently of the driver's vent. For more information, see Adjusting the Front and Rear Vents on page 376.
  • Page 377 Climate When in Park, touch Schedule to set a recurring daily time when you want Cybertruck to be ready to drive by preconditioning the Battery and cabin climate and/or charging during off-peak hours (see Scheduled Precondition and Charge on page 114).
  • Page 378 Camp: Allows you to power electronics through the USB ports and low voltage outlets and maintain the cabin temperature. The touchscreen remains on so you can play music, browse the internet, play games, or watch shows in Tesla Theater. You can also control media and climate settings from a paired phone.
  • Page 379: Cabin Overheat Protection

    Cabin Overheat Protection is enabled. If you experience temperatures exceeding the selected temperature repeatedly, contact Tesla service. WARNING: Never leave children or pets in the vehicle unattended. Due to automatic shut-off or extreme outside conditions, the inside of the vehicle can become dangerously hot, even when Cabin Overheat Protection is enabled.
  • Page 380 Climate • In very humid conditions, it is normal for the windshield to fog slightly when you first turn on the air conditioning. • It is normal for a small pool of water to form under Cybertruck when parked. Extra water produced by the dehumidifying process is drained underneath.
  • Page 381: Adjusting The Front And Rear Vents

    Climate Adjusting the Front and Rear Vents Cybertruck has a unique horizontal face-level vent that spans the width of the dashboard. It also has vents at the top and bottom of the rear console. NOTE: Outside air is drawn into Cybertruck through the grill in front of the windshield. Keep the grill clear of obstructions, such as leaves and snow.
  • Page 382: Cold Weather Best Practices

    In the mobile app, go to Climate and select Defrost Truck, which helps melt snow, ice, and frost on the windshield, windows, and mirrors. Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment for Tesla to provide hydrophobic coating to the side and rear windows (not the front windshield) for a nominal fee.
  • Page 383: While Driving

    Battery are warm by your planned departure time. Tesla recommends that you also schedule a charge with your precondition to ensure that your vehicle has sufficient energy for the trip. When Cybertruck is not plugged in, preconditioning operates but only when the Battery's charge level is above 20%.
  • Page 384: Hot Weather Best Practices

    Supercharger, but it is still preparing the Battery for charging. NOTE: Tesla recommends using Trip Planner to navigate to a charging location for at least 30-45 minutes before arrival to ensure optimal Battery temperature and charging conditions. If the drive to the charging location is less than 30-45 minutes,...
  • Page 385: Navigation And Entertainment

    Navigation and Entertainment Maps and Navigation Map Overview The touchscreen displays a map at all times (except when Cybertruck is shifted into Reverse). Use your finger(s) to interact with the map: • To move the map in any direction, hold and drag a finger. •...
  • Page 386: Navigation Settings

    97). Charging locations. Shows a popup list that includes the city and proximity of the corresponding stations on the map. Charging locations include Tesla Superchargers, destination charging sites, third-party fast chargers, and public chargers that you have used previously. See Charging Locations on page 98.
  • Page 387 NOTE: You can start navigation remotely from your IOS® or Android™ device using the "share" functionality on your device after allowing access to the Tesla mobile app. When you specify a location, the touchscreen zooms out to provide an overview of the route you need to travel and displays a turn-by-turn direction list.
  • Page 388 Navigation and Entertainment Add Stop allows you to add a stop by searching for a location or adding a Home, Recent or Favorite destination. You can also add a stop by touching any pin on the map and selecting Add from the popup. Edit Stop allows you to set up a complex trip by adding or deleting stops on your route.
  • Page 389: Charging Locations

    Navigation and Entertainment To change or delete the corresponding address, press and hold the Home or Work icon. A popup allows you to enter a new address and Save as Home or Save as Work. Once a Home or Work location is saved, Cybertruck may prompt you to navigate to your Work location in the mornings and to your Home location in the evenings and provide an estimated driving time based on current traffic conditions.
  • Page 390: Predicting Energy Usage

    Cybertruck has internet connectivity. NOTE: If you purchase a used Tesla vehicle, it is recommended that you perform a factory reset (Controls > Service > Factory Reset) to ensure the predicted energy is as accurate as possible.
  • Page 391: Trip Planner

    Navigation and Entertainment Trip Planner Trip Planner (if available in your region) helps you take longer road trips with confidence. If reaching your destination requires charging, Trip Planner routes you through the appropriate Supercharger locations. Trip Planner selects a route and provides charging times to minimize the amount of time you spend driving and charging.
  • Page 392: Media

    Streaming services are available only when a data connection is available (for example, Wi-Fi or Premium Connectivity). For some media services, you can use a default Tesla account. For others, you may need to enter account credentials the first time you use it.
  • Page 393: Media Settings

    Touch the lyrics icon (located next to the microphone icon) to enable or disable the song's lyrics. United States only: For a complete karaoke studio, microphones are available for purchase online at http://www.tesla.com. WARNING: Never read Caraoke lyrics while driving. You must always pay attention to the road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 394: Playing Media From Devices

    Navigation and Entertainment To add a currently playing station, podcast, or audio file to your Favorites list, touch the Favorites icon on Media Player. To remove an item as a favorite, touch the highlighted Favorites icon. You can also remove multiple favorites by expanding Media Player to show all favorites for the applicable type of source content.
  • Page 395: Theater, Arcade, And Toybox

    Save the files to a directory named "LightShow" on your flash drive, connect, and pick your favorite. Mars The map shows your Cybertruck as a rover on the Martian landscape, and the About Your Tesla box displays SpaceX's interplanetary spaceship.
  • Page 396 • Press the horn to play the first five seconds of any sound from a compatible USB device. NOTE: If Camp mode is enabled in Climate Controls, you can exit the vehicle and use the Tesla app to control the volume.
  • Page 397 Navigation and Entertainment Gaming Controllers and Headphones You can pair Bluetooth Classic gaming controllers to Cybertruck by following the same steps as pairing your phone (see Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing on page 25). After pairing, the controller automatically connects to the vehicle. Once connected, you can use the controller to play select games.
  • Page 398: Charging And Energy Consumption

    Charging and Energy Consumption Electric Vehicle Components High Voltage Components 1. Front drive unit 2. Heat pump assembly 3. High voltage cables 4. High voltage Battery 5. Service access panel for high voltage components (ancillary bay) 6. Rear drive unit(s) 7.
  • Page 399: Charging Equipment

    Charging Equipment Charging equipment designed specifically to charge your Cybertruck is available from Tesla. For information on the charging equipment available for your region, go to http://shop.tesla.com. Tesla offers: • Wall Connector: Installs in your parking space and is the fastest way to charge your vehicle for daily use.
  • Page 400: High Voltage Battery Information

    (especially in salt water), treat it as if it’s been in an accident and contact your insurance company for support. Do not attempt to operate the vehicle before Tesla Service has inspected it, but you should tow or move it away from any structures.
  • Page 401 Charging and Energy Consumption Battery Warnings and Cautions WARNING: The high voltage system must be serviced only by a trained technician. Under no circumstances should you open or tamper with the Battery. Do not disassemble, remove or replace high voltage components, cables or connectors.
  • Page 402: Charging Instructions

    Opening the Charge Port The charge port is located above the driver's side rear wheel of Cybertruck. With Cybertruck in Park and a valid key is detected, press and release the button on the Tesla charge cable to open the charge port door.
  • Page 403: During Charging

    CAUTION: Do not try to force the charge port door open. During Charging Tesla strongly recommends leaving Cybertruck plugged in when not in use. This maintains the Battery at the optimum level of charge. During charging, the charge port light (the Cybertruck icon) pulses green, and the touchscreen displays real-time charging status.
  • Page 404 Charging and Energy Consumption 1. Charge limit: The set charge limit. The charge limit is the capacity at which Cybertruck will stop charging. To change the charge limit, touch Controls > Charging. 2. Time remaining: The estimated time remaining to charge to your set limit. Or, if you are navigating to a destination, the estimated time remaining until you can continue your trip.
  • Page 405: Charge Port Light

    Charging and Energy Consumption Charge Port Light Above the charge port, the charge port light shows charging status. The charge port light turns off after a short period of time if the vehicle is locked (for example, if you walk up to the vehicle after it has been charging for a while). After you insert a charge cable into Cybertruck, wait a few seconds and confirm that the charge port light begins blinking green and that your vehicle is charging.
  • Page 406: Charge Settings

    As a precaution, when Cybertruck automatically reduces current, it saves the reduced current at the charging location. Although you can manually increase it, Tesla recommends charging at the lower current until the underlying problem is resolved and the charging location can provide consistent power.
  • Page 407: Manually Releasing Charge Cable

    98) or in the Tesla mobile app. Log into your Tesla account to view fees and details about Supercharger sessions, set up a payment method, and make payments. Once a payment method is saved, fees are automatically paid from your account.
  • Page 408 Charging and Energy Consumption 4. Pull the release cable to unlatch the charge cable. WARNING: Do not pull the release cable while simultaneously attempting to remove the charge cable from the charge port. Always pull the release cable before attempting to remove the charge cable. Failure to follow these instructions can result in electric shock and serious injury.
  • Page 409 Charging and Energy Consumption 6. Reinstall the panel, ensuring that the clips are fully engaged. Charging Best Practices • Avoid allowing the Battery to get too low (the Battery icon turns yellow when the capacity remaining in the Battery drops to 20% or below).
  • Page 410: Scheduled Precondition And Charge

    Schedule preconditioning and charging for Cybertruck. You can schedule preconditioning to help your vehicle charge more efficiently, or to prepare Cybertruck for departure. NOTE: You can also access Schedule from the Climate Controls screen, the Charging window, and the Tesla mobile app (v4.34.5 or higher required).
  • Page 411 This causes the Battery to cool down to ambient temperatures and requires energy to warm it back up by your departure time. Therefore, even if off-peak utility rates are not applicable to you, Tesla recommends that you charge until your planned departure time in order to reduce energy consumption by specifying your departure time as the scheduled End by time.
  • Page 412: Getting Maximum Range

    • Summon. • Vehicle infotainment and climate controls system. • Sentry mode. • Tesla or third-party mobile app requests. • The outlets in the cabin or the cargo bed are in use. For more information, see Interior Electronics on page 190...
  • Page 413: Range Assurance

    Charging and Energy Consumption • Install wheel covers (if equipped) to reduce wind resistance. • Lighten your load by removing any unnecessary cargo. • Fully raise all windows and close the tonneau cover. • Features such as Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat Protection can impact range. Disable features when not needed. •...
  • Page 414: Powershare Home Backup

    Mobile App on page 18). • You have the Tesla Universal Wall Connector with Powershare Gateway installed in your home. For more information about installation and to purchase a Tesla Universal Wall Connector, go to the Tesla shop: https:// shop.tesla.com/.
  • Page 415 Cybertruck provides a maximum draw of 11.5 kW. NOTE: The maximum draw may be limited by the charger installed in your home. Tesla strongly recommends that the charger (such as a Tesla Wall Connector) that you use for Powershare Home Backup is connected to a 240V circuit.
  • Page 416 • The high voltage Battery discharges past the Powershare discharge limit. • The electric grid starts supplying power (the power outage ends). When the grid is about to start providing power again, you receive a notification from the Tesla mobile app and on the vehicle touchscreen.
  • Page 417 • If it is necessary to restart the Powershare Gateway, Tesla support may direct you to press the Reset button on the device. 1. Powershare Gateway RESET button 2.
  • Page 418 Charging and Energy Consumption Owner's Manual...
  • Page 419: Maintenance

    Software Update Preferences Tesla determines how, when, and where to send updates to vehicles based on various factors unique to each release. In Controls > Software, you can choose how quickly you want to receive updates that are ready for your vehicle. Be an early adopter by selecting Advanced (which will have additional releases), or wait until others have installed (which will result in fewer releases) by selecting Standard.
  • Page 420: Viewing Release Notes

    Maintenance NOTE: Tesla may update or reinstall your vehicle's software as part of the normal diagnostic, repair, and maintenance process within Tesla Service. NOTE: Reverting to a previous software version is not possible. Charging If Cybertruck is charging when the software update begins, charging stops. Charging resumes automatically when the software update is complete.
  • Page 421: Schedule Service

    Additionally, the above list should not be considered comprehensive and does not include consumable parts such as the windshield wiper, brake pads, etc. NOTE: Damages or failures caused by maintenance or repairs performed by non-Tesla certified technicians are not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 422: Periodic Checks

    Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment. Fluid Replacement Intervals Battery coolant and brake fluid levels should only be checked by Tesla or a professional automotive repair shop. Specific service information is available in the Service Manual.
  • Page 423: Cleaning

    Anyone performing scratch repair should refer to the applicable "Exterior Stainless Steel Panel Refinishing" procedure within the Collision Repair Manual on service.tesla.com. In addition, do not use, and/or immediately remove, chemical, corrosive, or non-pH neutral substances (including but not limited to: acidic liquids or materials, grease, oil, tree resin, dead insects, tar spots, road salt, industrial fallout, etc.) as they can cause corrosion on the vehicle's exterior.
  • Page 424 Follow the hydrophobic coating manufacturer’s instructions for application details. NOTE: Tesla is not responsible for any damage associated with applying window treatments on your vehicle. Car Wash If taking Cybertruck to an automatic car wash is necessary, Car Wash Mode closes all windows, locks the charge port, and disables windshield wipers, Sentry Mode, and walk-away door locking.
  • Page 425: Cleaning The Interior

    When you want to clean interior lighting, Tesla recommends that you use a soft cloth moistened with warm water to gently wipe away soiled areas or stains.
  • Page 426 Maintenance Seats NOTE: The Tesla warranty does not cover damage caused by improper maintenance, including the use of cleaning solutions or tools that are not recommended in this Owner's Manual. Your vehicle’s seats are made of a custom, sustainable, vegan leather which is softer than leather, yet far more durable and stain resistant.
  • Page 427: Using A Car Cover

    Using a Car Cover To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when Cybertruck is not being used, use a genuine Tesla car cover. Car covers can be purchased online from the Tesla Shop.
  • Page 428: Tire Pressures

    Maintenance Tire Pressures Displaying Tire Pressures Tire pressures display on the touchscreen by touching Controls > Service, or use the mobile app. The pressure of each tire displays in the visualization of Cybertruck, in addition to the time the tire pressures were last read by the system. The touchscreen also displays your vehicle's recommended cold tire pressures so you can easily determine how much to inflate your tires.
  • Page 429: Checking And Adjusting Tire Pressures

    Maintenance The Low Tire Pressure indicator light on the touchscreen alerts you if a tire is under-inflated. This light does not immediately turn off when you adjust tire pressure. After inflating the tire to the recommended pressure, you must drive over 15 mph (25 km/h) for a short amount of time to activate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), which turns off the Low Tire Pressure indicator light.
  • Page 430: Tire Pressure Monitoring

    Maintenance 5. If required, add or remove air to reach the recommended pressure. NOTE: You can release air by pressing the metal stem in the center of the valve. 6. Re-check pressure using the accurate tire gauge. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as necessary until the tire pressure is correct. 8.
  • Page 431: Tpms Malfunction

    NOTE: Installing accessories that are not approved by Tesla can interfere with the TPMS. NOTE: If a tire has been replaced or repaired using a different tire sealant than the one available from Tesla, and a low tire pressure is detected, it is possible that the tire sensor has been damaged.
  • Page 432: Inspecting And Maintaining Tires

    Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel Alignment Tesla recommends rotating the tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.6 mm) or greater, whichever comes first. Tire rotation is an essential part of tire maintenance. It helps maintain an even tread wear pattern which enhances the tire's overall wear quality, decreases road noise and maximizes tire life.
  • Page 433: Seasonal Tire Types

    TPMS to continue to function properly. NOTE: If a tire has been replaced or repaired using a different tire sealant than the one available from Tesla, and a low tire pressure is detected, it is possible that the tire sensor has been damaged.
  • Page 434: Driving In Low Temperatures

    König XD-16 Pro size 285 Tesla recommends that you use the size 285 König XD-16 Pro tire chains, as they are sized to match the tires on Cybertruck. When installing tire chains, follow the instructions and warnings provided by the tire chain manufacturer. Mount them evenly and as tight as possible.
  • Page 435 Maintenance NOTE: Tire chains are prohibited in some jurisdictions. Check local laws before installing tire chains. CAUTION: Using non-recommended tire chains, or using tire chains on other sized tires can damage the suspension, body, wheels, and/or brake lines. Damage caused by using non-recommended tire chains, or incorrectly installing tire chains, is not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 436 Maintenance 2. Align the mounting ring with the spokes of the wheel. Firmly press the mounting ring into the wheel to secure it. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 437 Maintenance 3. Align the wheel cover with the design of the tire. 4. Firmly press the center of the cover to secure it in place, then work your way out to firmly pressing the outer perimeter of each spoke. You may need to hold the opposite side of the cover until all spokes are secured. 5.
  • Page 438: Wheel And Tire Specifications

    424). Winter tires can be purchased from a Tesla service center or may be available for purchase on the Tesla web site. WARNING: Tesla recommends replacement tires to be equivalent to or higher than the load rating compared the original tires.
  • Page 439: Understanding Tire Markings

    NOTE: You can identify a Tesla-approved tire by the "T-mark" specification on the tire's sidewall (for example, T0, T1, T2).Tesla-approved tires are designed to work with your vehicle and optimize performance, safety, reliability, and durability.
  • Page 440 Maintenance 7. Speed rating: When stated, indicates the maximum speed (in mph) at which the tire can be used for extended periods. Q=99 mph (160 km/h), R=106 mph (170 km/h), S=112 mph (180 km/h), T=118 mph (190 km/h), U=124 mph (200 km/h), H=130 mph (210 km/h), V=149 mph (240 km/h), W=168 mph (270 km/h), Y=186 mph (300 km/h), (Y)=vehicle's top speed (exceeds the "Y"...
  • Page 441: Tire And Loading Glossaries

    Maintenance Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the tire grading system developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by tread wear, traction and temperature performance. Tires that have deep tread, and winter tires, are exempt from these marking requirements.
  • Page 442 PSI (lbf/in Recommended Tire Tire inflation pressure, established by Tesla, which is based on the type of tires that are mounted Inflation Pressure on the vehicle at the factory. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the door pillar.
  • Page 443 Maintenance Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire. Cord separation The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds. Cracking Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material. Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and higher inflation pressure than the corresponding standard tire.
  • Page 444: Windshield Wiper Blade, Jets And Fluid

    Maintenance Windshield Wiper Blade, Jets and Fluid Topping Up Windshield Washer Fluid The only reservoir into which you can add fluid is the windshield washer fluid reservoir, which is located behind the powered frunk liner. When the level is low, a message displays on the touchscreen. To top up the washer fluid: 1.
  • Page 445: Replacing The Wiper Blade

    For optimum performance, replace the wiper blade at least once a year. You can purchase a replacement wiper blade on the Tesla Shop. CAUTION: Only install a replacement blade that is identical to the original blade. Using an inappropriate blade can damage the wiper system and windshield.
  • Page 446 Maintenance 5. Disconnect the washer hose from the wiper blade by pulling the hose from the barb fitting. 6. Connect the new washer hose to the barb fitting on the new wiper blade. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 447: Washer Jets

    Maintenance 7. Align the new wiper blade on the wiper arm and slide it toward the base of the wiper arm until it locks into place. 8. Ensure the wiper blade is fully secured by lightly pushing and pulling on the blade. The blade should not jostle or move around.
  • Page 448: Jacking And Lifting

    WARNING: Ensure the equipment you are using is rated for the weight of Cybertruck, including any cargo, installed accessories, or upgrades before attempting to lift. Follow the steps below to lift Cybertruck. Ensure that any non-Tesla repair facility is aware of these instructions, including lift points and warnings.
  • Page 449 Maintenance 9. Slowly lower the jack following manufacturer instructions, constantly monitoring the contact between the vehicle and the jack stand. Then release the jack from the vehicle's lift point and check that it is secure. 10. To lower the vehicle off of the jack stand, use the jack to raise the vehicle until the jack stand is no longer supporting the vehicle, remove the jack stand, and slowly lower the vehicle down.
  • Page 450: Parts And Accessories

    Body Repairs If your Cybertruck is in a collision, contact Tesla or a Tesla-approved Body Shop to ensure that it is repaired with genuine Tesla parts. Tesla has selected and approved body shops that meet strict requirements for training, equipment, quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Page 451 Tapping into the power feeds should only be done by knowledgeable and experienced individuals. Tesla does not accept liability for death, personal injury or damage that occurs if you install accessories using non-approved methods or circuits.
  • Page 452 Maintenance 3. Locate the shrink-wrapped loop of wires. This is the power feed. 4. Remove the shrink wrap from the power feed, then splice or solder the accessory's wire harness to it. WARNING: Use extreme care when accessing the power feed. Assume that the low voltage components of Cybertruck, including all wires and connectors, are always energized.
  • Page 453 Powering Off on page 28). WARNING: Failure to ensure the vehicle is powered off can result in serious injury. Tesla recommends wearing appropriate personal protective equipment to mitigate any potential for injury. 3. Remove the frunk maintenance panel by pulling it upwards to release the trim clips that hold it in place.
  • Page 454 Maintenance 7. Using a 10 mm socket, remove the four bolts on the bottom of the frunk and the two bolts beneath the maintenance panel. 8. Carefully lift the frunk lining partially upward and unplug the emergency interior release connector. Once the connector is unplugged, the frunk lining can be removed.
  • Page 455 Maintenance CAUTION: As you remove the frunk lining, be careful not to damage or jostle the connector for the powered frunk emergency interior release. 9. Locate the shrink-wrapped wires. This is the power feed. 10. Remove the shrink wrap from the power feed, then splice or solder the accessory's wire harness to it. WARNING: Use extreme care when accessing the power feed.
  • Page 456: Using Rfid Transponders

    Maintenance 13. Power on the vehicle (see Starting and Powering Off on page 28) and enable power to the power feed, if desired (see Enabling Power to the Power Feeds on page 451). Enabling Power to the Power Feeds Once you have connected an accessory to a power feed, enable power from the touchscreen. Touch Controls > Outlets & Mods and then touch a power feed on the touchscreen to enable it.
  • Page 457: Do It Yourself Maintenance

    NOTE: Due to market region or vehicle configuration specifics, some parts and procedures may not be available for your vehicle. When navigating to https://www.tesla.com/support/do-it-yourself-guides, select your vehicle, region, and/or language to see an updated list of parts and accessories available for your region.
  • Page 458: Specifications

    Vehicle Identification Number You can find the VIN at the following locations: • The Tesla mobile app. • Touch Controls > Software. • Stamped onto the driver's side A-pillar. Can be seen by looking through the windshield on the driver's side of the vehicle.
  • Page 459: Emission Control Label

    Specifications Emission Control Label The emission control label is located on the opening face of the powered frunk. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 460: Vehicle Loading

    Specifications Vehicle Loading It is important to understand your vehicle's original tire sizes and pressures, and the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). This information can be found on two labels attached to the front door pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle.
  • Page 461: Vehicle Certification Label

    Roof Racks Cybertruck supports the use of Tesla-approved roof racks. Roof racks can be installed over the roof, over the bed, or both. To install roof racks, you must use only roof rack systems that have been approved by Tesla. You can find the roof rack instructions in the box or on the Tesla Shop.
  • Page 462: Calculating Load Limits

    Specifications Carrying Accessories and Crossbars on page 321 for more information. CAUTION: Failure to use the correct roof racks and follow the instructions can cause significant damage. WARNING: When loading the roof racks, distribute the load evenly and maintain a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles.
  • Page 463: Cautions And Warnings

    Specifications Description Total Available cargo weight 654 lbs (297 kg) Driver and four passengers Description Total Vehicle capacity weight 954 lbs (433 kg) Subtract occupant weight (5 x 150 lbs/68 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) Available cargo weight 204 lbs (93 kg) Cautions and Warnings WARNING: Drive cautiously when Cybertruck is carrying a large load.
  • Page 464: Dimensions, Weights, And Cargo Capacity

    Specifications Dimensions, Weights, and Cargo Capacity NOTE: Dimensions for this vehicle are rounded to the nearest hundredth of an inch. Dimensions - Exterior NOTE: Adding accessories can affect the dimensions listed. Callout Description Measurement (in) Measurement (mm) Overall Length 223.74 5,682.9 Including mirrors 95.01...
  • Page 465 Specifications Dimensions - Cargo Bed Callout Description Measurement (in) Measurement (mm) Maximum Height - Front 28.66 727.9 Maximum Height - Rear 19.89 505.2 Width at Floor 51.00 1,295.4 Length at Floor 72.92 1,852.2 Dimensions - Interior Cabin Location Measurement (in) Measurement (mm) Head Room - Front 41.69...
  • Page 466: Weights - Vehicle

    Specifications Location Measurement (in) Measurement (mm) Hip Room - Front 57.22 1,453.3 Hip Room - Rear 57.22 1,453.5 Weights - Vehicle NOTE: Weight values are approximate and can vary slightly depending on a vehicle's options. Dual Motor Dual Motor Tri Motor Tri Motor All Season All Terrain...
  • Page 467 Specifications Dual Motor Dual Motor Tri Motor Tri Motor All Season All Terrain All Season All Terrain *Curb Mass = Weight of the vehicle with correct fluid levels, no occupants and no cargo. **GVWR = Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ***GAWR = Gross Axle Weight Rating WARNING: When loading cargo, always consider the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
  • Page 468: Subsystems

    Specifications Location Cubic Feet Liters Total volume with five passengers 66.7 1,888 Total volume with two passengers 120.9 3,421 Subsystems Motor Type Motor Type Dual Motor Tri-Motor Front One AC induction motor, liquid-cooled, with variable One AC permanent magnet synchronous motor, frequency drive.
  • Page 469: Battery - Low Voltage

    Specifications Brakes Specifications Service limit: 1.18 in (30 mm) Rear Rotor thickness New: 0.91 in (23 mm) Service limit: 0.83 in (21 mm) New: 0.39 in (10 mm) Front Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate) Service limit: 0.12 in (3 mm) New: 0.43 in (11 mm) Rear Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate)
  • Page 470: Instructions For Transporters

    THE SURROUNDING COMPONENTS TO IGNITE. Do not transport Cybertruck using any method that is not specified by Tesla. Adhere to the instructions provided here and observe all warnings and cautions. Damage caused by improper transporting of your vehicle is not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 471: Disable The Self-Leveling Air Suspension System

    CAUTION: DO NOT TRANSPORT YOUR VEHICLE IF THERE IS ANY CHANCE OF ANY OF THE WHEELS SPINNING. CAUTION: Tesla is not responsible for any damage caused by or during the transport of Cybertruck, including personal property damage or damage caused by using self-loading dollies or tire skates.
  • Page 472: Activate Transport Mode

    Instructions for Transporters Activate Transport Mode Transport Mode keeps the parking brake disengaged while winching Cybertruck onto a flatbed truck. When active, Transport Mode displays a message indicating that the vehicle will remain free-rolling. The following are required to enable Transport Mode: •...
  • Page 473 Instructions for Transporters 4. Activate Transport Mode. See Activate Transport Mode on page 467. NOTE: If Cybertruck has no low voltage power, you will need to jump start it before activating Transport Mode. See Vehicle Has No Power on page 466.
  • Page 474: Secure The Tires

    Instructions for Transporters Secure the Tires The vehicle's tires must be secured onto the flatbed using the eight-point tie-down method. • Remove any wheel covers before securing the tires. CAUTION: Failure to remove wheel covers before attaching tie-down straps may result in damage to the wheel covers.
  • Page 475: In Case Of Emergency

    Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for the duration of your warranty period. Tesla Roadside Assistance is also available to speak with roadside service professionals to answer any questions and explain the proper procedure for transporting your vehicle.
  • Page 476: Running Out Of Range

    Before transporting to a non-Tesla charger, ensure your vehicle is equipped with an adapter that accommodates the specific type of charging station you will be using. Even at a non-Tesla charger, you will need to jump start the low voltage system before you can begin charging.
  • Page 477: Installing A Spare Tire

    In Case of Emergency Installing a Spare Tire You can purchase a spare tire and tool kit for your Cybertruck on https://shop.tesla.com/. This is useful when you want a spare tire in your vehicle if you get a flat tire while driving.
  • Page 478 In Case of Emergency 7. Place the bottle jack under the vehicle's lift point (shown in green) corresponding to the location you are working on. WARNING: Do not get under the vehicle when it is propped up on the jack. Doing so may cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 479 In Case of Emergency 8. Following the bottle jack manufacturer's instructions, begin to lift the vehicle, making sure to constantly monitor the contact with the lift point. Be sure to lift the vehicle enough for a fully inflated tire to fit, not just a flat tire. 9.
  • Page 480 In Case of Emergency 10. Set the flat tire aside. 11. Place the spare tire onto the lug studs, then hand tighten the lug nuts. 12. Carefully lower the vehicle using the bottle jack (following the manufacturer's instructions), then remove the bottle jack once the vehicle is on the ground.
  • Page 481 In Case of Emergency 14. Replace the mounting ring (if needed) and wheel cover by aligning with the wheel and securing the outer clips first, then securing the center clips. 15. Disengage Jack Mode by touching Controls > Service > Jack Mode. 16.
  • Page 482 In Case of Emergency 3. Latch the hooks onto the D-rings in the center of the bed. 4. Connect the strap, then tighten starting from the right-hand side using the slack adjuster. Secure the excess strap to the top of the cover with the Velcro. 5.
  • Page 483: Opening The Powered Frunk With No Power

    In Case of Emergency Opening the Powered Frunk with No Power In the unlikely event that Cybertruck has no low voltage power, you will be unable to open the powered frunk using the touchscreen, mobile app, or powered frunk button. It is necessary to open the powered frunk before attempting to jump start Cybertruck.
  • Page 484 In Case of Emergency 3. Carefully pull the terminals out from the cavity. 4. Connect the low voltage power supply's red positive (+) cable to the red positive (+) terminal. 5. Connect the low voltage power supply's black negative (-) cable to the black negative (-) terminal. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 485 In Case of Emergency NOTE: Applying external low voltage power to these terminals only releases the hood latches. You cannot charge the low voltage battery using these terminals. Do not leave the low voltage power cables connected to the terminals for more than 30 seconds –...
  • Page 486: Jump Starting

    In Case of Emergency Jump Starting To jump start Cybertruck, use an external power source that is capable of supplying at least 12V, such as a portable jump starter or another vehicle. CAUTION: When jump starting Cybertruck, use jump cables that are 30 ft. (9 meters) or less in length. Using cables that are longer than 30 ft.
  • Page 487 In Case of Emergency CAUTION: To avoid damaging Cybertruck, do not allow the positive cable to contact other metal components. 4. Connect the external low voltage power supply’s black negative (-) cable to the vertical jump post. The negative jump post is marked with a - sign.
  • Page 488: Opening Doors With No Power

    In Case of Emergency WARNING: Shut off the external power supply before removing either cable. Removing the cables while the external power source is active may cause arcing. 10. Disconnect both cables, beginning with the black negative (-) cable. NOTE: Cybertruck may not be able to shift into Drive until after the high voltage Battery has been charged and the low voltage system is able to recover fully.
  • Page 489 In Case of Emergency 2. Pull back the flap of plastic trim (if equipped), then pull the mechanical release cable forward and push the rear door open. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 490: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Alerts APP_w009 Automatic Emergency Braking is unavailable Feature may be restored on next drive What this alert means: The Automatic Emergency Braking feature is unavailable for the rest of your current drive. This alert does not specifically indicate any other braking functions or features are unavailable. This alert may be present for several reasons.
  • Page 491 Troubleshooting • Extremely hot or cold temperatures. • Bright light due to other vehicle headlights, direct sunlight, or other light sources. This alert will also be present if you exceeded the maximum speed limit for Autosteer with Autosteer active. In this case, Autosteer will not be available for the rest of your current drive.
  • Page 492 Troubleshooting If the alert persists throughout your drive, examine the front bumper before your next planned drive and attempt to clear any obstruction. If this alert persists throughout subsequent drives but no obstruction is visible on the front bumper where the radar is located, schedule service at your earliest convenience.
  • Page 493 Troubleshooting Continue to your destination. Your vehicle is OK to drive. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer will remain unavailable until camera calibration is complete. When calibration is complete, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer should be available. For your convenience, a calibration progress indicator is displayed on the touchscreen. Calibration typically completes after your vehicle has driven 20-25 miles (32-40 km), but the distance varies depending on road and environmental conditions.
  • Page 494 Troubleshooting BMS_a074 Maximum battery charge level reduced OK to drive - Schedule service What this alert means: Your vehicle has detected a condition internal to the high voltage battery that is limiting the battery's performance. As a result, maximum charge level and range is reduced. Service is required to restore full performance. What to do: •...
  • Page 495 Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting. If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker servicing the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, turn the circuit breaker ON again, then try reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle. If the issue persists, consult your electrician or contact Tesla. For more information, see the installation guide for your Wall Connector.
  • Page 496 Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting. If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker servicing the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, turn the circuit breaker ON again, then try reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle. If the issue persists, consult your electrician or contact Tesla. For more information, see the installation guide for your Wall Connector.
  • Page 497 Troubleshooting CC_a009 Unable to charge - Input wired incorrectly Input wiring to Wall Connector must be corrected What this alert means: Input miswired: possibly Line and Neutral are swapped. What to do: The wiring between the wall power and the Wall Connector has been incorrectly installed. Consult your electrician. For more information, see the installation guide for your Wall Connector.
  • Page 498 Troubleshooting CC_a012 Unable to charge - Wall connection too hot Outlet or Wall Connector wiring must be checked High temperature detected by Wall Connector alerts indicate the building connection to the Wall Connector is getting too warm, so charging has stopped to protect the wiring and Wall Connector. This is not typically an issue with your vehicle or your Wall Connector, but rather an issue with the building wiring.
  • Page 499 Troubleshooting 2. If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker for the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, and turn the circuit breaker ON again. Then try reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle. 3. If the issue persists, have an electrician make sure all wires are properly connected and torqued according to the instructions in the Wall Connector Installation Manual.
  • Page 500 Troubleshooting What to do: Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting. 1. If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker servicing the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, turn the circuit breaker ON again, then try reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle. 2.
  • Page 501 Troubleshooting Wall Connector hardware issue. Possible issues include: 1. Contactor not working 2. Self-test of internal ground fault monitoring circuit failed 3. Thermal sensor disconnected 4. Other hardware component issues What to do: An internal issue was detected by the Wall Connector. 1.
  • Page 502 Troubleshooting CC_a023 Unable to charge - Too many Wall Connectors Ensure no more than 3 units paired with primary What this alert means: Load sharing (circuit breaker sharing) network: More than three Wall Connectors are paired with the same primary unit. What to do: Consult your electrician to have one or more paired Wall Connectors moved to a different circuit and disconnected (unpaired) from this load sharing (circuit breaker sharing) network.
  • Page 503 Troubleshooting 3. If the issue persists, have an electrician make sure all wires are properly connected and torqued according to the instructions in the Wall Connector Installation Manual. 4. Once your electrician has completed all work and restored power to the Wall Connector, try charging again by reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle.
  • Page 504 Troubleshooting 2. If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker for the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, and turn the circuit breaker ON again. Then try reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle. 3. If the issue persists, have an electrician make sure all wires are properly connected and torqued according to the instructions in the Wall Connector Installation Manual.
  • Page 505 Troubleshooting Load sharing (circuit breaker sharing) network: The paired Wall Connectors have different maximum current capabilities. What to do: Only Wall Connectors with the same maximum current capabilities can be paired in a load sharing (circuit breaker sharing) network. Have your electrician inspect the type labels on the Wall Connectors and make sure the current capabilities match. It is further recommended that your electrician only pair Wall Connectors with the same part number, as an easy way to make sure paired units are compatible.
  • Page 506 You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 507 • If the vehicle still does not charge, the issue may be with the vehicle. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 508 Charging & Adapter Product Guides. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 509 Manually Releasing Charge Cable on page 402. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 510 Before disconnecting a charge cable, make sure you first stop charging. With some external charging equipment, charging may be stopped by pressing the button on the charge handle. You can also stop charging from your vehicle touchscreen, your Tesla Mobile App, or the charging station. For more information, see Stopping Charging on page 400.
  • Page 511 If the charge cable still cannot be removed, the charge port latch may be frozen. To help thaw any ice on the charge port latch, press the Defrost Truck button in your Tesla Mobile App to defrost your vehicle for approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Page 512 To help thaw any ice on the charge port latch, press the Defrost Truck button in your Tesla Mobile App to defrost your vehicle for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. NOTE: Be sure to use Defrost Truck in your Mobile App to defrost your vehicle. Adjusting the climate control settings in your vehicle's touchscreen is not as effective.
  • Page 513 Charging Instructions on page 397. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 514 If the charge cable still cannot be removed, the charge port latch may be frozen. To help thaw any ice on the charge port latch, press the Defrost Truck button in your Tesla Mobile App to defrost your vehicle for approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Page 515 Troubleshooting DI_a166 Vehicle automatically parked to prevent rollaway Fasten seatbelt and close door to stay in gear What this alert means: Your vehicle has automatically shifted into Park (P) because it determined the driver was leaving or no longer present. This is expected vehicle behavior under various circumstances.
  • Page 516 Troubleshooting Take control and drive your vehicle manually. When any condition preventing Cruise Control activation is no longer present, Cruise Control should be available. If this alert persists throughout subsequent drives, schedule service at your earliest convenience. Your vehicle is OK to drive in the meantime.
  • Page 517 This alert is calibrated for Tesla tires and is not expected to work with tires of different types or sizes, including combinations of different tire brands or models. It may not display, or may display prematurely, on vehicles using tires not recommended by Tesla.
  • Page 518 Troubleshooting The speed of your vehicle is limited to 90 mph (144 km/h) due to an issue with the Adaptive Suspension Damping system. The system cannot provide real-time adjustments to the suspension system to optimize both ride and handling, and as a result your ride may be softer than usual.
  • Page 519 Troubleshooting Your vehicle's maximum range may be reduced, and your vehicle may take longer to charge than before. Maximum charge rate varies, as always, based on location, power source, and charging equipment. What to do: While this alert remains present, keep your vehicle charged to 30% capacity or higher to avoid any discrepancy between the estimated range displayed on your vehicle's touchscreen and the actual high voltage battery charge level.
  • Page 520 Troubleshooting For more information on the high voltage battery, see High Voltage Battery Information on page 107. PM_a092 / PMF_a092 / PMR_a092 / PMREL_a092 / PMRER_a092 Powertrain issue detected - Schedule service Issue may persist even if functionality is restored What this alert means: Your vehicle's powertrain requires service.
  • Page 521 Schedule service now What this alert means: This alert is set remotely by Tesla when a condition requiring service is detected on your vehicle. This alert can be set due to various conditions. When you schedule service, more information should be available.
  • Page 522 Troubleshooting If this alert does not clear after 24 hours, it is recommended that you schedule service via your Tesla Mobile App or with an independent service provider. Please note that independent service provider options may vary, based on your vehicle configuration and your location.
  • Page 523 This alert is usually specific to external charging equipment and power sources and does not typically indicate an issue with your vehicle that can be resolved by scheduling service. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 524 If the outlet is worn, it should be replaced with a high-quality outlet. Consider upgrading to a Tesla Wall Connector for greater convenience and highest charging speed.
  • Page 525 Mobile Connector or your vehicle. It is recommended that you schedule service at your convenience. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 526 This alert is usually specific to external charging equipment and power sources and does not typically indicate an issue with your vehicle that can be resolved by scheduling service. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 527 In the meantime, you can continue to charge with the same equipment. The charge rate will be reduced, as charge current will be limited to 8A while this condition persists. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display. See Maps and Navigation on page 94 for more details.
  • Page 528 The charge rate will be reduced, as charge current will be limited to 8A while this condition persists. You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle's touchscreen display.
  • Page 529 If the outlet is worn, it should be replaced with a high-quality outlet. Consider upgrading to a Tesla Wall Connector for greater convenience and highest charging speed.
  • Page 530 Troubleshooting For more information on troubleshooting Mobile Connector status lights and charging issues, refer to the product's owner's manual. VCLEFT_a130 / VCREAR_a130 Critical issue detected PULL OVER SAFELY What this alert means: Your vehicle has detected a potential issue with its electrical system and/or steering system, and has initiated a controlled shutdown process intended to provide you with an opportunity to pull over at a safe location.
  • Page 531 It is recommended that you have the low voltage battery replaced at your earliest convenient opportunity. You can schedule service via your Tesla Mobile App, or with an independent service provider that offers low voltage battery replacement for your vehicle. Please note that independent service provider options may vary, based on your vehicle configuration and your location.
  • Page 532 Troubleshooting The electrical system cannot support all vehicle features. Your vehicle is shutting down nonessential features to preserve energy for essential functions. If you are driving when this alert is present, it is possible your vehicle may shut down unexpectedly. It is also possible that your vehicle will not restart once parked.
  • Page 533 • Pull over safely at your earliest opportunity • Use your Mobile App to contact Tesla Roadside Assistance immediately, or seek other roadside assistance if preferred If you do not pull over safely within a short time, your vehicle may shut down unexpectedly. It is also possible that your vehicle will not restart once parked.
  • Page 534 What to do: You should pull over carefully as soon as possible. In a safe location, check for a flat tire. You can request Tesla roadside assistance options (mobile tire, loaner wheel, tow) if required. See Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance on page 149 for more information.
  • Page 535 Troubleshooting The alert should clear once the Tire Pressure Monitoring System has a consistent tire pressure measurement for each of your tires that is no longer significantly below the recommended cold pressure (RCP). • The alert and Tire Pressure indicator light may still be present immediately after you have filled your tires to the recommended cold pressure, but both should clear once you have driven a short distance.
  • Page 536: Consumer Information

    © 2012-2024 Tesla, Inc. All information in this document and all vehicle software is subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights of Tesla, Inc. and its licensors. This material may not be modified, reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Tesla, Inc.
  • Page 537 Consumer Information All other trademarks contained in this document are the property of their respective owners and their use herein does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of their products or services. The unauthorized use of any trademark displayed in this document or on the vehicle is strictly prohibited.
  • Page 538: Feature Availability Statement

    Feature Availability Statement Your Tesla is constantly changing, with new features being added and improved upon with every software update. However, depending on the firmware release operating on your vehicle, your vehicle may not be equipped with all features or may not operate exactly as described in this Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 539: Disclaimers

    Tesla and its partners for the improvement and design of our vehicles and systems; to defend Tesla; and as otherwise may be required by law. In servicing your vehicle, Tesla can potentially resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing your vehicle’s data log.
  • Page 540: Quality Control

    Tesla only with your explicit consent. In order to protect your privacy, personal information is either not logged at all, is subject to privacy preserving techniques, or is removed from any reports before being sent to Tesla.
  • Page 541: Reporting Safety Defects

    1-877-79TESLA (1-877‑798-3752) and in Mexico, call 1-800-228-8145. NOTE: You can also use voice commands to provide feedback to Tesla. Say "Report", "Feedback", or "Bug report" followed by brief comments. Cybertruck takes a snapshot of its systems, including your current location, vehicle diagnostic data, and screen captures of the touchscreen.
  • Page 542: Radiation Exposure Statement

    Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tesla could void your authority to operate the equipment. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
  • Page 543: Radio Frequency Information

    Consumer Information TPMS, model: 1849171, IFT#: TETE1823-09546 La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: 1. Es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial. 2. Este equipo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada. Radio Frequency Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 544: Cybertruck Off-Road Guide

    Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 545 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Contents Cybertruck Features on page 541 Off-Roading Vitals on page 543 Off-Roading Controls: Overland on page 545 Off-Roading Controls: Baja on page 547 Owner's Manual...
  • Page 546 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Best Practices on page 548 Before You Go on page 549 Off-Road Spotting on page 550 Off-Road Modes on page 551 Overland Mode on page 553 How to Drive on Off-Road Terrain on page 557 Wade Mode on page 560 Baja Mode on page 561 Climbing Over or Up on page 562 Trail Assist on page 563...
  • Page 547 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 1 - Sand. Dirt. Mud. Rocks. Snow. Cybertruck is tough enough to go anywhere. The Off-Road app puts the driver in ultimate control by disabling or reducing traction con collision avoidance safety features. What makes Cybertruck so capable off road: •...
  • Page 548 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 549 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 2 - Off-Roading Vitals Monitor the health of Cybertruck on the left side of the touchscreen. Common Vitals: • Tire Pressure- Current read of tire pressure from each wheel. • Motor and Battery Temp- Current temperatures of the air suspension compressor, front and rear motor(s) and high voltage battery. ◦...
  • Page 550 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 551 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 3 - Off-Roading Controls: Overland • Camera Views: Backup camera and side repeaters are displayed. Swipe left or right to see other views. • Off-Road Mode: Choose between Overland and Baja and customize your preferences. • Surface: Manually adjust the surface on which you are driving. •...
  • Page 552 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 553 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 4 - Off-Roading Controls: Baja • Handling Balance: Adjust left for more stable front-wheel drive behavior, or right for more agile rear-wheel-drive behavior. • Stability Assist: Select the desired amount of stability control intervention. • Locking Differential: Engage or disengage rear locking differential(s) (applicable to Dual Motor only). •...
  • Page 554 2. Be prepared. Pack supplies in case of emergency, such as a spare tire, a jack, an air compressor, which are available on the Tesla Shop. P a flashlight. Consider bringing recovery gear such as a kinetic rope, soft shackles, traction boards, and a shovel.
  • Page 555 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 5. Charge up. Ensure your vehicle has ample energy for your planned route. Charge beforehand and locate the nearest Supercharger to will be higher off road and may vary with terrain. 6. Lower tire pressure if needed at the destination to increase traction on surfaces such as sand or on rocks. Reducing tire pressure allo increasing grip and decreasing the risk of punctures.
  • Page 556 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide • Signals need to be large, clear gestures that are not misunderstood for other commands. • The driver should do no more and no less than directed by the spotter, until the spotter provides additional instruction. • While inside the vehicle, spotters should continue to assist the driver by keeping an eye out for hazards on the sides of the vehicle, like r 8 - Off-Road Modes Owner's Manual...
  • Page 557 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Off-Road Modes give Cybertruck owners access to settings and preferences that allow customization to different environments. Custo cross-linking, traction, stability, pedal sensitivity, and vehicle stopping behaviors. Off-Road Controls that are available in all modes: • Vehicle Hold or Roll – Choose if you prefer the vehicle to roll freely, or automatically hold the brake when you come to a stop. •...
  • Page 558 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 559 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 9 - Overland Handle all surfaces including sand, gravel, and rocks with maximized traction at low speeds. Recommended ride height is High for all-purpose, gravel, and sand modes. Rock will default to Very High. You can manually adjust the s 25mph in Very High, and 10mph in Extract.
  • Page 560 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide • Sand - Allows for high amounts of tire slip to provide optimal traction on soft, deformable surfaces like sand. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 561 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 562 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 563 • Sand/Snow - maintain momentum (don't stop in deep sand/snow, and if you do, start slowly) and avoid high side slip. It's easy for a d while sliding sideways and puts the vehicle at rollover risk. CAUTION: Tesla recommends to fully open the tonneau to accommodate for increased body flex during dynamic off-road driving Owner's Manual...
  • Page 564 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Owner's Manual...
  • Page 565 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 11 - Wade Mode Enter and drive through shallow bodies of water, such as defined crossing points of rivers or creeks using Wade Mode. Check the water depth and current speed before entering. Cross through water slowly-- driving quickly through water can impart imme Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information on Wade Mode.
  • Page 566 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 12 - Baja Drive high-speed on dirt roads or in the desert with optimized suspension and traction control. Ride height is set to High to optimize suspension travel. Rebound and compression damping are adjusted to provide more stability as well a the electronic stability control system allows more tire slip for dynamic driving on low-traction surfaces.
  • Page 567 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 13 - Climbing Over or Up If approaching a large obstacle or change in incline, set the ride height to Very High to increase approach, breakover, and departure ang determine how capable Cybertruck is climbing over an obstacle or up an incline. Extract can be used for extreme cases but will be a ver Switching into Extract multiple times can cause the air compressor to overheat.
  • Page 568 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide While disengaging (icon blinking), driving slowly in a straight line will typically be all that is needed. If not, consider the direction you are tur opposite direction to relieve the torsional stress. When you can turn without the wheels scrubbing, the locker has disengaged. 14 - Trail Assist Think of this as a low-speed cruise control.
  • Page 569 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 15 - If You Get Stuck Increase traction in Off-Road Mode: 1. Put Cybertruck into Overland. 2. Adjust Suspension height. Raise until the vehicle isn’t obstructed by obstacles. Avoid lowering to prevent underbody damage. 3. Adjust Terrain Mode. Based on surface conditions, determine the balance required between traction and momentum. For high tractio momentum may be required.
  • Page 570 Off-Road Light Bar You can purchase an Off-Road Light Bar from the Tesla Shop. This light bar is designed to work with existing high beams and communicate control forward-facing or ditch lighting on separately as well as controlling the overall brightness of the light bar.
  • Page 571 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 17 - Vehicle Modifications • Tires: Adding larger tires can compromise turning radius, as well as increasing chassis loads and potentially rubbing on the body. 18 provided the overall tire dimensions are equal or less than the factory-fitted tire. •...
  • Page 572 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 18 - Cybertruck Accessories Visit shop.tesla.com for Cybertruck accessories like the air compressor, snow chains, and spare tire. Owner's Manual...
  • Page 573 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide 19 – Cybertruck Dimensions Overall Length: 223.74" Overall Height: 73.06" Overhang Front: 34.58" Overhang Rear: 46.05" Wheelbase: 143.11" Approach Angle: 33.90" Breakover Angle: 20.3" Departure Angle: 22.30" Ground Clearance: 12.45" 20 - APPENDIX GROUND CLEARANCE AND APPROACH/BREAK-OVER/DEPARTURE ANGLES Owner's Manual...
  • Page 574 Cybertruck Off-Road Guide Approach / Breakover / Departure Angle Approach Angles Approach Angle - Entry/Exit Air Setting 25.0º Approach Angle - Low Air Setting 26.3º Approach Angle - Medium Air Setting 29.5º Approach Angle - High Air Setting 33.9º Approach Angle - Very High Air Setting 36.6º...
  • Page 575: Mobile Connector

    WARNING: The Mobile Connector is designed only for charging a battery electric vehicle that uses the North American Charging Standard (NACS), including Tesla vehicles (with the exception of the Tesla Roadster). Do not use it for any other purpose or with any other vehicle or object.
  • Page 576: General Information

    (kWh) by power (kW). Note that different adapters provide different current and power outputs. If you are charging a Tesla, you can also touch the Charging icon to review the charging status information; it displays the time remaining until fully charged at the currently selected charge level.
  • Page 577 Mobile Connector NEMA 5-15 Adapter NEMA 14-50 Adapter Owner's Manual...
  • Page 578 Mobile Connector Additional adapters are available for purchase. For details, go to: shop.tesla.com. NOTE: Images in this document are for demonstration purposes only. Removing the Adapter To remove an adapter, push the button on the Mobile Connector’s charge cable and pull the adapter from its socket.
  • Page 579: How To Charge

    2. Plug the Mobile Connector’s adapter into the power outlet. The adapter should be inserted completely into the power outlet. 3. Open the charge port door. If you are charging a Tesla vehicle, press the button on the top of the Mobile Connector handle with your vehicle unlocked and in Park to open the charge port door.
  • Page 580: Troubleshooting

    Mobile Connector NOTE: If you are charging a Tesla vehicle, your vehicle is unlocked when the key is nearby and automatic unlocking is enabled. You can also open the charge port door using any of these methods: ◦ Display the charging screen on your vehicle's touchscreen and touch Open Charge Port.
  • Page 581 3 flashes Contactor failed Unplug the Mobile Connector from the vehicle and wait 10 seconds. If the error persists, contact your closest Service Center (https://www.tesla.com/findus). 4 flashes The ground assurance Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded. Consider monitoring circuit has connecting to a different outlet.
  • Page 582 WARNING: The Mobile Connector is designed only for charging battery electric vehicles that use the North American Charging Standard (NACS), including Tesla vehicles (with the exception of the Tesla Roadster). The Mobile Connector is intended only for use with vehicles that do not require ventilation during charging. Do not use it for any other purpose or with any other vehicle or object.
  • Page 583 Mobile Connector CAUTION: Do not operate the Mobile Connector in temperatures outside its operating range of -22°F to +122°F (-30°C to +50°C). CAUTION: Store the Mobile Connector in a clean dry place in temperatures between -40°F and +185°F (-40°C and +85°C).
  • Page 584 (kWh) by power (kW). Note that different adapters provide different current and power outputs. If you are charging a Tesla, you can also touch the Charging icon to review the charging status information; it displays the time remaining until fully charged at the currently selected charge level.
  • Page 585 NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture, your Mobile Connector may not include the NEMA 14-50 adapter. However, one can be purchased from Tesla. NEMA 5-15 Adapter NEMA 14-50 Adapter To purchase adapters, go to www.tesla.com. Removing the Adapter To remove an adapter, firmly grasp the adapter and pull it from its socket. Attaching the Adapter To attach an adapter, line up the adapter with the controller of the Mobile Connector and push it into the socket until it snaps into place.
  • Page 586 2. Plug the Mobile Connector’s adapter into the power outlet. The adapter should be inserted completely into the power outlet. 3. Open the charge port door. If you are charging a Tesla vehicle, press the button on the top of the Mobile Connector handle with your vehicle unlocked and in Park to open the charge port door.
  • Page 587 Troubleshooting Gen 2 Mobile Connector Status Lights When charging is in progress and conditions are normal, the Tesla logo lights illuminate sequentially and the red light is off. Identify problems by paying attention to these lights. In some cases, you may need to reset the device by unplugging the Mobile Connector from the vehicle or from the power outlet.
  • Page 588 Mobile Connector Green Lights Red Light What it means What to do Streaming 4 flashes Charging current is reduced Make sure the power outlet is suitable for charging and that the due to high temperature plug is seated correctly. Consider connecting to a different detected in the wall plug.
  • Page 589: Index

    Index average range: 117, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System): 37, absolute speed limit: 78, backup camera: accessory carrier: baja: 298, adaptive regenerative braking: Battery (high voltage): 107, 144, 395, adjacent lane speed: specifications: 144, aero covers: temperature limits: 107, air circulation: battery (low voltage): 107, 143, 395, air conditioning: 88, complete discharge: 107,...
  • Page 590 EDR (event data recorder): 155, consumption chart: 117, electric parking brake: 39, contact information: 149, 157, 470, emergency braking: 75, roadside assistance: 149, Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance: 71, Tesla: 157, emergency lights: copyrights: 152, emission control label: crawl: energy: 38, cruise control: 40,...
  • Page 591 Index fan speed, interior: screen: 4, favorites (Media Player): 102, Home location: 97, Favorites (navigation): 94, hood: 12, 150, 247, FCC certifications: opening with no power: feature availability: 154, horn: 30, features, downloading new: 119, hub caps: firmware (software) updates: 119, flash drive: 82, 84, 364, flashers, hazard warning: I'm Feeling Lucky, Hungry: 94,...
  • Page 592 Index location tracking: 94, occupant classification: locking: odometer: 47, locking differential: off road: 298, 304, 306, lug nuts, torque: off road troubleshooting: lumbar adjustment: Off-Peak Charging: 114, offset from speed limit: 78, Online Routing: 99, open differential: maintenance: 120, 121, 122, 123, 130, 135, 136, 415, 416, 417, 418, 424, 439, 440, opening hood without power: cleaning: 130,...
  • Page 593 Index powered front trunk: seat belts: 14, 15, 133, 219, 220, 221, powering on and off: 28, automatic locking retractors (ALR): Powershare: cleaning: 133, Powershare Home Backup: in a collision: 15, Preconditioning: 114, overview of: 14, preparing to tow: pre-tensioners: 15, Proposition 65: 156, wearing when pregnant: 15, public charging stations: 106,...
  • Page 594 Battery (high voltage), limits: 107, towing guidelines: cabin, controls for: 88, Toybox: 104, tires: 146, TPMS: 127, tesla profiles: 44, overview of: 127, Teslacam: 82, 84, 364, Tracking Disabled: 94, tie-down straps: traction control: 44, Tire and Loading Information label: 142,...
  • Page 595 Index trailer, parking: aero covers, removing and installing: transmission specifications: 143, alignment: 124, transponders, attaching: 140, replacing: Transport Canada, contacting: 157, specifications: 144, Transport Mode: torque: trip chart: 117, while off-roading: trip meter: 47, Wi-Fi, connecting to: 21, Trip Planner: 100, windows: trunk, front: 12, windows, calibrating:...

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