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1. How Forward Collision Warning Works If Model S is equipped with Autopilot a camera mounted on the windshield behind the interior rear view mirror and a radar sensor in the center of the front grill monitor the area in front of Model S for the presence of a vehicle bike or pedestrian If a collision is considered likely unless you take immediate corrective action Forward Collision Warning is designed to provide visual and audible warnings The cameras and sensors associated with Forward Collision Warning are designed to monitor an approximate area of up to 525 feet 160 meters in the driving path as illustrated below A Warning The area being monitored by Forward Collision Warning can be adversely affected by road and weather conditions see Limitations on page 58 Use appropriate caution when driving 4 Caution If your Model S is equipped with Forward Collision Warning you must take your vehicle to Tesla Service if a windshield replacement is needed Failure to do so can cause Forward Collision Warning to malfunction Warning Forward Collision Warning does not operate when Model S is traveling less than 4 mph 7 km h Warning Forward Collision Warning is designed only to provide visual and audible alerts see Visual and Audible Feedback on page 58 It does not attempt to apply the brakes or decelerate Model S When seeing and or hearing a warning described below it is the driver s responsibility to
2. a j af pa i sE i ga F E Y Fuse Rating Circuit Protected 48 10 A Body Controls Group 1 Maintenance 129 Fuse Rating Circuit Protected 130 Model S Owner s Manual Fuse Box 3 Fuse Rating Circuit Protected Condenser Fan Left Condenser Fan Right 12V Drive Rail Cabin Maintenance 131 Y Jacking and Lifting Jacking Procedure Follow the steps below to lift Model S Ensure that any non Tesla repair facility is aware of these lifting points 1 Position Model S centrally between the lift posts 2 If your Model S is equipped with Smart Air Suspension it automatically self levels even when power is off Use the touchscreen to set the suspension as follows e Touch Controls gt Suspension e Press the brake pedal then touch Very High to maximize the height of the suspension e Touch Jack to disable self leveling When Jack mode is active Model S displays this indicator light on the instrument panel along with a message telling you that active suspension is disabled 3 Position the lift arm pads under the body rails at the locations illustrated DO NOT position the lift arm pads under the Battery 4 Adjust the height and position of the lift arm pads to ensure they are correctly located 5 With assistance raise the lift ensuring the lift arm pads remain in their correct positions 132 ba ki l i ae gt non t
3. Cleaning Y Seat Belts Extend the belts to wipe Do not use any type of detergent or chemical cleaning agent Allow the belts to dry naturally while extended preferably away from direct sunlight Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats Vacuum the seats to remove any loose dirt Wipe the seats with a soft cloth dampened with warm water You can also use an upholstery cleaner designed for automotive use Extend the belts to wipe Allow the belts to dry naturally preferably away from direct sunlight Touchscreen and Instrument Panel Clean the touchscreen and instrument panel using a soft lint free cloth specifically designed to clean monitors and displays Do not use cleaners such as a glass cleaner and do not use a wet wipe or a dry statically charged cloth such as a recently washed microfiber To wipe the touchscreen without activating buttons and changing settings you can enable clean mode Touch Controls gt Displays gt Clean Mode The display darkens to make it easy to see dust and smudges Chrome and Metal Surfaces Polish abrasive cleaners or hard cloths can damage the finish on chrome and metal surfaces Cautions for Interior Cleaning A Warning If you notice any damage on an airbag or seat belt contact Tesla immediately Warning Do not allow any water cleaners or fabric to enter a seat belt mechanism Caution Using solvents including alcohol bleach citrus naphtha or silico
4. Empty Infant in child safety seat up to 20 Ibs 9kg Child or small ON or OFF occupant 20 100 Ibs 9 45 kg Heavy object ON occupant Values are approximate Occupants whose weight is close to the low weight threshold can cause the status to occasionally turn on and off depending on seating position and physique If the status shows the airbag as permanently on even when the seat is empty and the seat belt is unbuckled contact Tesla immediately To make sure the sensing system can correctly detect occupancy status eliminate the following Objects lodged under the seat 34 Model S Owner s Manual Inflation Effects 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 If airbags have inflated or if your vehicle has been in an accident always have the airbags seat belt pre tensioners and any associated components checked and if necessary replaced by Tesla In a collision in addition to the airbags inflating Doors unlock and the door handles extend e Hazard warning lights turn on e Interior lights turn on e High voltage is disabled To restore Battery power use the touchscreen to manually power off Model S then press
5. Charging Status The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only and may vary slightly depending on the software version and market region of your Model S Charging Charging rate per hour Total estimated driving distance or energy available Instead of driving distance as shown here you can display the percentage of battery energy remaining To do so touch Controls gt Settings gt Units amp Format gt Energy amp Charging Note A portion of the battery image may appear blue This indicates that a small portion of the energy stored in the battery is not available on your drive because the battery is cold This is normal and no reason for concern When the battery warms up the blue portion is no longer displayed Current being supplied Total current available from the connected power supply see Changing Charge Settings on page 106 Estimated increase in driving distance or energy achieved so far in this charging session Instead of driving distance as illustrated above you can change settings to display the amount of energy achieved To do so touch Controls gt Settings gt Units amp Format gt Energy amp Charging Charging status information displays here For example if Model S is charging it displays the time remaining until fully charged at the currently selected charge level When scheduled charging is set for a location it displays when charging will start 6
6. Each setting corresponds to a time based distance that represents how long it takes for Model S from its current location to reach the location of the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead As you rotate the cruise control lever the instrument panel displays the current setting Release the lever when the desired setting is displayed Model S Owner s Manual Traffic Aware Cruise Control The instrument panel displays the Cruise message above the soeedometer see Instrument Panel Indicator Lights on page 62 and a tick mark at the edge of the speedometer indicates the set speed You can now release the accelerator pedal and allow Traffic Aware Cruise Control to maintain your set speed When no vehicle is detected ahead Traffic Aware Cruise Control maintains the set speed If a vehicle is detected Traffic Aware Cruise Control maintains your chosen following distance up to the set speed decelerating Model S as needed When the vehicle you are following is no longer detected Traffic Aware Cruise Control accelerates back to the set speed You can accelerate at any time when driving at a set speed using Traffic Aware Cruise Control But when you release the accelerator Model S returns to the set speed When following a vehicle Traffic Aware Cruise Control remains active at low speeds If Model S comes to a standstill and remains stationary for approximately three seconds slightly longer when driving on highway conditio
7. air conditioning 80 air distribution 81 air filter 82 air suspension 84 air vents 82 airbags 32 alarm 95 all season tires 111 always connected setting 70 anti lock braking ABS 52 audio playing files 85 steering wheel buttons 37 auto raising suspension 83 B backup camera 71 battery 12V complete discharge 103 specifications 141 Battery high voltage care of 103 coolant 123 specifications 142 temperature limits 103 battery key replacing 5 Bluetooth devices playing audio files from 86 general information 88 phone pairing and using 88 body repairs 133 body touch up 120 brake fluid replacement 108 brakes fluid level 124 overview of 52 specifications 141 brightness of displays 77 160 C cabin temperature control 80 calendar 93 California Proposition 65 155 camera rear view 71 car cover 120 car washes 118 carpets cleaning 119 CE certifications 157 CHAdeMO 102 chains 112 change of ownership 79 charge port 104 charge port light 105 charging charge settings 106 components and equipment 101 instructions 104 public charging stations 102 scheduling 106 status of 107 child protection disabling liftgate and rear door handles 7 disabling rear window switches 9 child seats cleaning 119 installing and using 23 Tesla built in rear facing 28 cleaning 118 climate controls 80 climate ionizer 77 Cold Weather controls 74 collision avoidance 58 console 12V power socket 87 cup holders 16 USB ports 87
8. contact information roadside assistance 149 Tesla 156 coolant Battery checking level of 123 Battery replacement interval 108 copyrights 153 154 cornering lights 50 Creep 74 cruise control 60 cup holders 16 customizing Model S 77 D dashboard overview 2 data recording 155 day mode 77 delivery mileage 155 devices Model S Owner s Manual Index Y Bluetooth playing audio files 86 connecting 87 playing audio files from 86 dimensions 138 display brightness 77 dome map lights 47 door handles 6 door labels 135 doors 4 Drive gear 42 drive away locking 7 driver profiles 36 seat adjustment 17 driver assistance forward collision warning 58 overtake acceleration 60 staying inside lane markings 57 driving seating position 17 starting Model S 41 tips to maximize range 70 E electric parking brake 53 emergency flashers 50 emergency rear door opening 8 emission label 134 energy gained from regenerative braking 53 range information 43 tips to minimize usage of 70 energy amp charging setting 77 energy app 70 energy saving mode 70 Erase amp Reset 79 event data recording 155 exterior car cover 120 cleaning 118 dimensions 138 lights 47 overview 3 polishing touch up amp repair 120 Index F factory defaults restoring 79 factory reset 79 fan speed interior 81 favorites adding and removing 86 FCC certifications 157 features downloading new 99 firmware software updates 99 flash drives playi
9. preferences setting 77 Proposition 65 155 public charging stations 102 R radio 85 radio frequency FCC information 159 rain sensor 51 range displayed on instrument panel 43 driving tips to maximize 70 regenerative braking 53 range mode 70 Range Mode 74 Rated range 77 rear seats folding and raising 18 rear view camera 71 rear window switches disabling 9 regenerative braking 53 region format 77 release notes 99 Reverse gear 42 roadside assistance 149 roof racks 137 rotating tires 110 S safety defects reporting Canada 156 reporting U S 156 safety information airbags 35 child seats 27 rear facing child seats 30 seat belts 21 seat belts Index Y cleaning 119 in a collision 21 overview of 20 pre tensioners 21 wearing when pregnant 20 seat covers 19 seat heaters 80 seating capacity 135 seats adjusting 17 heaters 80 Tesla built in rear facing 28 security settings 95 service data recording 155 service intervals 108 Settings 77 Settings erasing 79 shifting gears 42 Slacker 85 slip start 54 Smart Preconditioning 77 software reset 79 software updates 99 specifications dimensions 138 exterior 138 subsystems 140 tires 144 weights 139 wheels 143 stability control 54 starting Model S 41 steering specifications 140 steering wheel 37 summer tires 111 sunroof 15 suspension 84 suspension specifications 141 J telematics 155 telephone steering wheel controls for 38 using 88 te
10. 6 Lights see Lights on page 47 Warning Do not read the touchscreen while driving Doing so increases the likelihood of a collision Everything you need to know when driving is displayed on the instrument panel Model S Owner s Manual a Settings vv Customizing Model S Touch the Settings tab on the Controls window to adjust Model S to suit your preferences Note The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only Depending on vehicle options software version and market region the options available on the Settings screen may be different For example in many regions the Language amp Units tab is called Units amp Format Settings Py Pa Q w Driver 2 Profiles amp Language amp Units WALK AIMAY DOOR LOCK DRIVE ey DOOR LOOK CHELO FROTECTIONM LOCK Safety amp Security HEADLIGHTS AFTER EXIT 6 Displays z HomeLink g Driver Assistance MIRROR AUITO TILT MIRRA AUTO POLD SMART PREODNGITIONNG Using the Touchscreen 77 Y Settings 1 Adjust settings associated with installed apps applications Settings associated with apps that are either unavailable on your Model or have no settings that you can adjust at this time are grayed out 2 Manage driver profiles see Driver Profiles on page 36 3 Units amp Format Adjust how Model S displays e Distance Miles or km can be shown on the range display soeedometer energ
11. Check Tesla checks the Battery coolant level at the regularly scheduled maintenance intervals To check it yourself park Model S on level ground When Model S is cool remove the maintenance panel see Removing the Maintenance Panel on page 123 A 7 e 4 Caution The maintenance panel protects the front trunk from water When re attaching make sure it is fully seated Check the fluid level visually by looking at the outside marks on the side of the reservoir DO NOT REMOVE THE FILLER CAP AND DO NOT ADD FLUID Doing so can result in damage not covered by the warranty The fluid level should be between the MIN and the MAX marks If you notice that the fluid level has dropped significantly contact Tesla before using Model S Topping Up the Battery Coolant Under no circumstances should you add coolant If the instrument panel warns you that the fluid level is low contact Tesla immediately To maximize the performance and life of the Battery the cooling system uses a specific type of G 48 ethylene glycol coolant HOAT Contact Tesla for more specific information about the coolant Maintenance 123 Fluid Reservoirs T Checking Brake Fluid A Warning Contact Tesla immediately if you notice increased movement of the brake pedal or a significant loss of brake fluid Driving under these conditions can result in extended stopping distances or complete brake failure O The Brake indicator on
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13. Lights Note It may take a few seconds for Model S to reach the new cruising speed Traffic Aware Cruise Control is operating and is maintaining the set speed because it is not actively tracking a vehicle in front Traffic Aware Cruise Control is cu actively tracking a vehicle and will decelerate accelerate as needed to maintain your chosen following distance Traffic Aware Cruise Control is in a anoa Hold state because Model S came to a standstill behind a vehicle in front You will need to resume cruise Traffic Aware Cruise Control is in a Hold state because Model came toa standstill but a vehicle is not detected in front You will need to resume cruise Changing the Set Speed To change the set speed while using Traffic Aware Cruise Control move the cruise control lever up increase or down decrease until your desired speed is reached Move the lever up or down to the first position and release to increase decrease speed by 1 mph 1 km h Move the lever up down to the second position and release to increase decrease speed to the next multiple of 5 mph 5 km h For example if you are travelling at 54 mph 86 km h and move the lever up to the second position and release the speed increases to 55 mph 90 km h You can also hold the lever up or down to increase decrease the speed in 2 mph 2 km h increments then release when you reach the desired speed 62 Model S Owner s Manual Traffic Aware Cruis
14. Model S updates its software wirelessly When a software update is complete learn providing new features throughout your term about the new features by displaying the of ownership The first time you enter Model S release notes To display release notes at any after an update is made available a time touch the Tesla T at the top center of scheduling window displays on the the touchscreen then touch Release Notes touchscreen Note Some software updates can take from two to three hours to complete Model S must be in P Park when the new software is being installed To ensure the fastest and most reliable delivery of software updates leave the Wi Fi turned on and connected whenever possible see Connecting to Wi Fi on page 98 When a software update is available a yellow clock icon appears on the touchscreen s status bar x A cs Sollware Unpdale 3 10 ee E O as o 7 so 1 Touch the up and down arrows to change the time you want the update to begin Cif necessary Then touch Set For This Time to schedule the update Once scheduled the yellow clock icon on the touchscreen s status bar becomes white 2 Touch Install Now to immediately start the update process You can reschedule the update any time before it begins To do so touch the clock icon on the touchscreen s status bar to display the update window If Model S is charging when the software update begins charging stops Charging resu
15. More energy is consumed e NIGHTLY Model S shifts to the energy saving mode at night 10 pm to 5 am e ON Significantly less energy is consumed whenever Model S is not in use The start up time of the instrument panel and Bluetooth could be slower e Always Connected Preserves cell connectivity when energy saving is active This allows the mobile app to connect to Model S more quickly and provides immediate 3G internet access when entering the car Slightly more energy is consumed Model S Owner s Manual Rear View Camera Y Camera Location Cleaning the Camera Model S is equipped with a rear view camera To ensure a clear picture keep the camera located above the rear license plate lens clean and free of obstructions Remove any buildup of dirt by occasionally wiping the camera lens with a soft damp cloth A Caution Do not use chemical based or abrasive cleaners Doing so can damage the surface of the camera lens Whenever you shift into Reverse the touchscreen displays the view from the camera Note If Model S is equipped with the optional Park Assist feature visual feedback from the parking sensors displays below the camera image See Park Assist on page 66 A Warning Never depend on the rear view camera to inform you if the area behind you is free of objects and or people when reversing The camera may not detect objects or barriers that can potentially cause damage or injury In addition se
16. Pressures on page 109 If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that displays a tire pressure telltale Tire Pressure Warning on the instrument panel when one or more of your tires is significantly under or over inflated Accordingly when the Tire Pressure indicator light displays on the instrument panel alerting of tire pressure stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 109 Driving ona significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability If Model S detects a fault with the 1 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS this indicator flashes for one minute whenever you power on Model S Note Installing accessories that are not approved by Tesla can interfere with the TPMS system A Warning The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance including manually checking tire pressures and regularly inspecting the condition of tires It is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under or over in
17. When you select a specific station or episode Media Player starts playing it and displays the Now Playing screen To play the next and in some cases previous available station episode or track being provided by the Internet radio service touch the arrows on the Now Playing screen or use the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 37 The exact function of these controls vary depending on the specific Internet service you are listening to You can also use voice commands to play a specific song artist or album from an Internet radio service For details see Using Voice Commands on page 38 Internet Radio Account Registration Model S provides you with one or more Internet radio services To enter your log in information touch Controls gt Settings gt Apps gt Media Player Enter the email and password associated with the Internet radio account s you want to use then touch Log In Slacker You can use your own Slacker account or the one that Tesla has already set up for you To use your own account log in as described above Note If you have a Slacker Premium account you can shuffle tracks in a playlist or repeat any track using the shuffle repeat icons displayed below the album cover art on the Now Playing tab Tuneln Tuneln does not require an account for it to work But if you have a Tuneln account go to www tunein com you can log in as describ
18. a charging session is scheduled to begin at a specified future time The connector is not fully plugged in Realign the connector to the charge port and insert fully Model S is charging at a reduced current AC charging only A fault is detected and charging has stopped Check the instrument panel or touchscreen for a message describing the fault 105 Y Charging Model S Changing Charge Settings The charge settings screen displays on the touchscreen whenever the charge port door is open To display charge settings at any time touch the Battery icon on the top of the touchscreen or touch Controls gt Charging located in the upper right portion of the Controls screen Note The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only and may vary slightly depending on the software version and market region of your Model S xX 7 UNO CURSE PORT 1 Charge status messages such as Charging Scheduled Charging In Progress display here 2 TO adjust the charge limit touch Set Charge Limit then drag the slider bar You can charge to any level from 50 to 100 based on your driving needs The setting you choose applies to both immediate and scheduled charging sessions 106 Location specific schedule With Model S in Park set a specific time when you want Model S to begin charging at the current location If at the scheduled time Model S is not plugged in at the location it wil
19. a half times better on a government test course than a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends on the actual conditions of their use however and can depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent a tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C might have poor traction performance A Warning Defective tires are dangerous Do not drive if a tire is damaged excessively worn or is inflated to an incorrect pressure The safety of the vehicle and occupants can be adversely affected Check tires regularly for wear and to ensure there are no cuts bulges or exposure of the ply cord structure Warning The traction grade assigned to the tire is based on straight ahead braking tests and doesn t include Specifications acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature
20. a rate of 1 per day Situations can arise in which you must leave Model S unplugged for an extended period of time for example at an airport when traveling In these situations keep the 1 in mind to ensure that you leave the Battery with a sufficient charge level For example over a two week period 14 days the Battery discharges by approximately 14 Discharging the Battery to 0 may permanently damage the Battery To protect against a complete discharge Model S enters a low power consumption mode when the charge level drops to 5 In this mode the Battery stops supporting the onboard electronics to slow the discharge rate to approximately 4 per month Once this low power consumption mode is active it is important to plug in Model S within two months to avoid Battery damage Note When the low power consumption mode is active the auxiliary 12V battery is no longer being charged and can completely discharge within 12 hours In the unlikely event that this occurs you may need to jump start or replace the 12V battery before you can charge In this situation contact Tesla Charging Battery Information Y Temperature Limits For better long term performance avoid exposing Model S to ambient temperatures above 140 F 60 C or below 22 F 30 C for more than 24 hours at a time Energy Saving Feature Model S has an energy saving feature that reduces the amount of energy being consumed when Model S is
21. additions that can interfere with the operation of the Tesla built in rear facing child seats A Warning To prevent injury ensure all loose items bags luggage etc are secured In an accident or during hard braking and sharp turns loose items could cause injury Seating and Safety Restraints 3 Y Airbags Location of Airbags Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown here Airbag warning information is printed on the sun visors Passenger knee airbag Passenger front airbag Side airbags Curtain airbags Driver s knee airbag Driver s front airbag DURNE 32 Model S Owner s Manual How the Airbags Work Inflation of airbags depends on the rate at which the vehicle s cabin changes speed in a collision The rate of deceleration determines whether airbags inflate front airbags Airbags inflate instantly with considerable force accompanied by a loud noise The inflated bag together with the seat belts limits movement of occupants to reduce the risk of injury Front airbags are not ordinarily designed to inflate in rear collisions rollovers minor front or side collisions heavy braking or driving over bumps and potholes Therefore significant superficial damage can occur to the vehicle without the airbags inflating or conversely a relatively small amount of structural damage can cause airbags to inflate If you are planning to modify your vehicle for a person with disabilities in a
22. and Loading Information label even if it differs from the pressure printed on the tire itself The Tire and Loading Information label is located on the center door pillar and is visible when the driver s door is open The Tire Pressure indicator light on 1 the instrument panel alerts you if one or more tires is under or over inflated The Tire Pressure indicator light does not immediately turn off when you adjust tire pressure After inflating the tire to the recommended pressure you must drive over 25 mph 40 km h for more than 10 minutes to activate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS which turns off the Tire Pressure indicator light If the indicator light flashes for one minute whenever you power on Model S a fault with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS is detected see TPMS Malfunction on page 113 Maintenance Tire Care and Maintenance Y Checking and Adjusting Tire Pressures Follow these steps when tires are cold and Model S has been stationary for over three hours 1 Remove the valve cap 2 Firmly press an accurate tire pressure gauge onto the valve to measure pressure 3 If required add air to reach the recommended pressure 4 Re check pressure by removing and re attaching the tire gauge 5 Ifyou added too much air release air by pressing the metal stem in the center of the valve 6 Recheck the pressure with the tire gauge and adjust if necessary 7 Repla
23. can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to the minimum level of performance that all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel that exceed the minimum requirements A Warning A tire s temperature grade is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 147 vv Wheels and Tires Wheels and Tires Glossary Accessory Weight The combined weight in excess of those items replaced of items available as factory installed equipment The inner edge of a tire that is shaped to fit to the rim and form an air tight seal The bead is constructed of steel wires which are wrapped or reinforced by the ply cords Cold Tire Pressure The air pressure in a tire that has been standing in excess of three hours or driven for less than one mile Curb Weight The weight of a standard vehicle including any optional equipment fitted and with the correct fluid levels Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum permissible weight of a vehicle with driver passengers load luggage and equipment kPa kilo pascal A metric unit used to measure pressure One kilo pascal equals approximately 0 145 psi Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum pressure to which the tire
24. carrying the key To turn this feature on or off touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Walk Away Door Lock Note If all doors are closed and you double click the key to unlock Model S walk away locking is temporarily suspended until Model S powers on such as when you press the Brake pedal to put the car in a driving gear or until you use the key to lock Model S This allows you to keep Model S unlocked in your garage Opening and Closing Unlocking When the Key Doesn t Work If Model S does not unlock when you walk up to it or when you press the unlock button on your key the key s battery may be dead If this is the case you can still unlock and drive Model S To unlock Model S and disable the security alarm first position the key near the base of the passenger side windshield wiper as shown Then press the passenger door handle It is important to position the key in the correct position If Model S doesn t unlock try adjusting the position of the key To drive Model S place the key against the center console immediately below the 12V power outlet then press and hold the brake pedal to turn Model S on Note Unlocking Model S using this method disables walk away locking You must manually re enable walk away locking after replacing the key s battery For instructions on how to replace the key s battery see Replacing the Key Battery on page 5 O T Opening Interior Doors wit
25. cause undesired operation Consumer Information CE Certification Model Mfr Miar Tested For A 0749G01 Pektron 433 Europe Australia New Zealand Singapore Taiwan Malaysia A 0749G05 433 The devices listed above comply with CE standards Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tesla could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NCC Certification Keyfob Model Numbers A 0749G01 433 MHz e Keyfob Manufacturer Pektron According to NCC low power radio wave radiation rate of motor management measures Article XII of the type certified by the low power radio non licensed company firm or user is not allowed to change the frequency increase the power or change the characteristics of the original design and function 157 vv Declarations of Conformity Article XIV The use of low power radio frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere with legal communications interference phenomenon discovered over time should be immediately suspended and improved to no interference before use can continue Legal communications referring to the provisions of the Telecommunications Act of radio communications operations Low powe
26. disclose the data recorded to an owner unless it pertains to a non warranty repair service and in this case will disclose only the data that is related to the repair Quality Control You might notice a few miles km on the odometer when you take delivery of your Model S This is a result of a comprehensive testing process that ensures the quality of your Model S The testing process includes extensive inspections during and after production The final inspection takes place at Tesla Motors and includes a road test conducted by a technician California Proposition 65 Warning Certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Warning Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules and seat belt pre tensioners may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may be required for service or vehicle end of life disposal See http www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling 155 Reporting Concerns Contacting Tesla For detailed information about your Model S
27. does not lower if a door is open Location Based Suspension Location Based suspension saves you from manually having to raise the suspension every time you arrive at a frequently used location where a higher suspension is needed steep driveways or ramps deep snow speed bumps etc Whenever you raise the suspension to High or Very High Model S saves the location A status message displays to indicate that an auto raising location is being saved SUSPENSION VERY HIGH ADJUST SPEED Bs D Then when you return to the saved location Model S raises the suspension and the instrument panel displays this message Raising Suspension Note e To raise the suspension to High you must be driving slower than 34 mph 55 km h To raise it to Very High you must be driving slower than 22 mph 35 km h If you are driving faster than these speeds when returning to a saved location the suspension does not raise until Model S slows down e After leaving a saved location the suspension may not lower based on an automatic lowering speed that you have set Controls gt Suspension gt Automatic 83 Y Smart Air Suspension Lowering until you are driving faster than the auto raising speed thresholds described above e If Model S reaches a saved location and the existing suspension setting is higher than the level that has been saved for that location the suspension is not adjusted To remove an auto raisi
28. e Creep When on Model S slowly moves forward when in Drive and backward in Reverse when you release the brake similar to a conventional vehicle with an automatic transmission You can adjust this setting only when Model S is in Park e Traction Control Using the Touchscreen Controls Y To allow the wheels to spin on a standard single motor Model S you can turn off traction control On a dual motor Model S you can enable Slip Start If you turn off Traction Control or enable Slip Start a warning message displays on the instrument panel Traction control turns off for the current drive only On dual motor vehicles traction control is automatically turned on again when the speed exceeds 40 mph 64 km h See Traction Control on page 54 e Regenerative braking When you release the accelerator when driving regenerative braking slows Model S and feeds any surplus energy back to the Battery If set to Low Model S does not slow down as quickly but you may experience less range see Regenerative Braking on page 53 Note Regardless of the setting the energy gained by regenerative braking is reduced if the Battery is full or if it is extremely cold or hot the surplus energy is used to heat or cool the Battery e Range Mode If on Model S conserves energy by limiting the power of the climate control system Cabin heating and cooling may be less effective but seat heaters turn on to compensate In Dual
29. even on low traction surfaces The ABS varies the braking pressure to each wheel according to the amount of traction available This prevents wheels from locking and ensures that you stop as safely as possible Warning Do not pump the brake pedal Doing so interrupts operation of the ABS and can increase braking distance A 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 Brake Wear Model S brake pads are equipped with wear indicators A wear indicator is a thin metal strip attached to the brake pad that squeals as it rubs against the rotor when the pad wears down This squealing sound indicates that the brake pads have reached the end of their service life and require replacement To stop the squealing contact Tesla Service A Warning Neglecting to replace worn brake pads results in damage to the braking system and can create a braking hazard Model S Owner s Manual Brakes Y Regenerative Braking Whenever Model S is moving and your foot is off the accelerator regenerative braking slows down Model S and feeds any surplus energy back to the Battery By anticipating your stops and simply removing your foot from the accelerator
30. form under Model S when parked Extra water produced by the dehumidifying process is drained underneath Model S Owner s Manual Note If Model S is equipped with Smart Air Suspension you may hear the sound of the compressor when Model S starts as the system s reservoir fills with air Smart Air Suspension has both manual and automatic modes of operation Manual Height Adjustments Caution Before adjusting the suspension height ensure Model S is clear of all obstacles above and below Manually raising the height of Model S is useful when you need extra ground clearance such as steep driveways or ramps deep snow speed bumps etc With Model S powered on or the brake pedal pressed use the touchscreen to manually change the ride height Touch Controls gt Suspension then choose from e Very High When set to Very High the suspension automatically lowers to High when driving speed reaches 22 mph 35 km h e High When set to High the suspension automatically lowers to Standard when driving speed reaches 34 mph 55 km h e Standard The Standard setting ensures optimum comfort and handling under all loading conditions e Low Lowering the height can make it easier to load or unload cargo and passengers per HIGH ADJUST SPEED Note Available settings depend on your driving speed and other conditions For Using the Touchscreen Smart Air Suspension Y example the suspension
31. from a vehicle ahead Always watch the road in front of you It is the driver s responsibility to maintain a safe distance from a vehicle ahead of you Warning When you enable Traffic Aware Cruise Control in a situation where you are closely following the vehicle in front of you Model S may apply the brakes to maintain the selected distance Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control has limited deceleration ability and may be unable to apply enough braking to avoid a collision if a vehicle in front slows suddenly or if a vehicle enters your driving lane in front of you Never depend on Traffic Aware Cruise Control to slow down the vehicle enough to prevent a collision Always keep your eyes on the road when driving and be prepared to take corrective action as needed Depending on Traffic Aware Cruise Control to slow the vehicle down enough to prevent a collision can result in serious injury or death Warning Driving downhill can increase driving speed causing Model S to exceed your set speed Hills can also make it more difficult for Model S to slow down enough to maintain the chosen following distance from the vehicle ahead Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control may occasionally brake Model S when not required based on the distance from a vehicle ahead This can be caused by vehicles in adjacent lanes especially on curves or by stationary objects Y 61 Y Traffic Aware Cruise Control Instrument Panel Indicator
32. go to www teslamotors com click the MY TESLA link then enter your login credentials or sign up to get these credentials If you have any questions or concerns about your Model S call 1 877 79TESLA 1 877 798 3752 Note You can also use voice commands to provide feedback to Tesla Say Note Report Bug note or Bug report followed by your brief comments Model S takes a snapshot of its systems including screen captures of the touchscreen and instrument panel Tesla periodically reviews these notes and uses them to continue improving Model S For details see Using Voice Commands on page 38 Reporting Safety Defects US If you believe that Model S has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Tesla Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation If it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Tesla Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator National Highway Traffic Safety 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about
33. gt Off To allow the wheels to spin on a dual motor Model S touch Controls gt Driving gt Traction Control gt Slip Start 54 Model S Owner s Manual Speed Assist How Speed Assist Works If Model S is equipped with Driver Assistance features a camera mounted on the windshield behind the interior rear view mirror detects speed limit signs The signs are then analyzed and compared against GPS data to determine the speed limit at your current driving location For routes where no signs are present speed limits are determined using GPS data Cif available Instead of determining the speed limit based on signs and GPS data you can also manually enter an arbitrary speed limit When you turn on Speed Assist the speedometer displays a gray line to indicate the speed limit Warnings described below take effect when you exceed this limit In situations where the system does not have confidence in the acquired speed limit the speedometer displays a dashed line instead and warnings do not take effect The system may be uncertain about a speed limit if a speed although initially detected is no longer known or may no longer apply In some cases the dashed line displays at the originally detected speed whereas in other cases it displays at O mph Driving If you set the speed limit warning to Display see Controlling Speed Assist below a speed limit sign displays in the center of the instrumental panel wheneve
34. ice Avoid using a high 7 l l l pressure power washer on the sensors In addition to Park Assist when shifted into and do not clean a sensor with a sharp or Reverse gear the backup camera displays a abrasive object that can scratch or view of the area behind Model S See Rear damage its surface View Camera on page 71 A Caution Do not install accessories or stickers on or near the parking sensors Controlling Audible Feedback You can use Park Assist with or without audible feedback To turn chimes on or off touch Controls gt Settings gt Safety amp Security gt Park Assist Chimes You can also mute the chimes temporarily by pressing the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel or by touching the mute button in the bottom left corner of the Park Assist view The chimes are muted until you shift into a different gear or drive over 5 mph 8 km h Limitations and False Warnings The parking sensors may not function correctly in these situations One or more of the parking sensors is damaged dirty or covered such as mud ice or snow e Object is located below approximately 8 inches 20 cm such as a curb or low barrier e Weather conditions heavy rain snow or fog are interfering with sensor operation e Object is thin such as a sign post e A sensor s operating range has been exceeded e Object is sound absorbing or soft such as powder snow e Object is sloped such as a sloped embank
35. immediately take an appropriate action Warning Forward Collision Warning is for guidance purposes only and is nota substitute for attentive driving and sound 58 judgement Always keep your eyes on the road when driving and never depend on Forward Collision Warning to warn you of a potential collision Several factors can reduce the performance of Forward Collision Warning causing either unnecessary invalid inaccurate or missed warnings see Limitations on page 58 Depending on Forward Collision Warning to warn you of a potential collision can result in serious injury or death Visual and Audible Feedback When a collision with a vehicle bicycle or pedestrian is considered likely unless immediate action is taken Forward Collision Warning is designed to sound an audible alert and display a collision warning in the center of the instrument panel Warnings cancel automatically when the risk of a collision has been reduced for example you have decelerated or stopped Model S or a vehicle in front has moved out of your driving path A Warning Forward Collision Warning may provide a warning in situations where the likelihood of collision may not exist Stay alert and always pay attention to the area in front of Model S so you can anticipate whether any action is required Controlling Forward Collision Warning To turn Forward Collision Warning off or adjust its sensitivity touch Controls gt Settings gt Dr
36. initiate a phone call 3 In situations where events are displayed from multiple calendars you can filter to show only events from one or more specific calendars 4 Ifthe calendar event has notes associated with it touch the information icon to display the notes in a pop up window Using the Touchscreen 95 vv Calendar 5 Ifan event s notes include one or more phone numbers a phone symbol displays with the information icon and the first phone number found in the notes is shown on the event list and you can use this number to initiate a phone call as described in item 2 above But you can also initiate a call from within the notes pop up window by referencing other numbers that are included in the notes this is particularly useful for conference calls If the notes contain a web link you can touch the link to open it in the Web Browser app Calendar and Navigation If Model S is equipped with the navigation feature and a calendar event has a location specified you will be given the option to navigate to that location Also when an event on your Calendar takes place within the next hour and has a uniquely specified location the Model S navigation system notifies you if there is a better route due to traffic even if you re not using navigation 94 Model S Owner s Manual Security Settings About the Security System If Model S does not detect a key nearby anda locked door or trunk is opened an alarm sounds and headli
37. 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 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 Consult your doctor for specific guidance Warning Never place anything between you and the seat belt to cushion the impact in the event of an accident Model S Owner s Manual Seat Belts Y Seat Belt Pre tensioners Testing Seat Belts The front seat belts are equipped with To confirm that seat belts are operating pre tensioners that work in conjunction with correctly perform these three simple checks the airbags in a severe frontal collision The on each seat belt pre tensioners automatically retract both the seat belt anchor and the seat belt webbing reducing slack in both the lap and diagonal webbing nearest the buckle a quick pull oe The buckle should remain securely locked portions of the belts resulting in reduced forward movement of the occupant 2 With the belt unfastened unreel the webbing to its limit Check that unreeling is free from snags and visually check the webbing for wear Allow the webbing to retract checking that retraction is smooth and complete 3 W
38. motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects Canada If you believe that your Model S has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Tesla To contact Transport Canada call their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 156 Model S Owner s Manual Declarations of Conformity Y Key and Passive Unlocking System FCC Certification Molo Mfr Miar Tested Number mela A 0749G02 Pektron 315 USA Canada The devices listed above comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tesla could void the user s authority to operate the equipment MIC Certification Mlele A Mig Miar Tested Number For IC Certification The following device is used in vehicles in Canada e Keyfob Model Number A 0749G02 315 MHz e Keyfob Manufacturer Pektron Per IC 10176A 002 this device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may
39. on the instrument panel and the Energy app described next provide feedback on energy usage With this feedback you will soon become familiar with how driving habits and environmental conditions impact how much energy Model S is using Energy App Use the energy app to view real time and projected energy usage Choose from two types of charts e Consumption Chart display how much energy Model S has consumed over the past 5 15 or 30 miles 10 25 or 50 kms e Trip Chart If your Model S is equipped with the navigation option you can track the amount of energy being consumed while navigating to a destination The gray line represents predicted usage and the green line represents actual usage Touch 70 the zoom icon in the top right corner to change the zoom level Note The Trip Chart displays energy usage only if you are currently navigating to a destination Note In some situations values and distances on the Trip chart may be inaccurate For example when charging Model S during an active navigation route To resolve inaccuracies cancel and reinitiate navigation to the destination Saving Energy Model S has an energy saving feature that reduces the amount of energy being consumed when Model S is not in use Touch Controls gt Displays gt Energy Saving and choose from the following options e OFF All display systems remain powered when Model S is not in use providing the most responsive experience
40. or fluid from a previously opened container fluid absorbs moisture which decreases braking performance Warning Brake fluid is highly toxic Keep containers sealed and out of the reach of children In the event of accidental consumption seek medical attention immediately Caution Brake fluid damages painted surfaces Immediately soak up any spills with an absorbent cloth and wash the area with a mixture of car shampoo and water Model S Owner s Manual Topping Up Washer Fluid The only reservoir into which you can add fluid is the washer fluid reservoir located under the front trunk When the level is low a message displays on the instrument panel Do not use formulated washer fluids that contain water repellent or bug wash These fluids can cause streaking smearing and squeaking or other noises Operate the washers periodically to check that the nozzles are clear and properly directed To top up washer fluid 1 Clean the filler cap before opening to prevent dirt from entering the reservoir 2 Open the filler cap 7 3 Fill the reservoir until the fluid level is visible just below the filler neck 4 Replace the filler cap Note Some national or local regulations restrict the use of Volatile Organic Compounds VOCs VOCs are commonly used as antifreeze in washer fluid Use a washer fluid with limited VOC content only if it provides adequate freeze resistance for all climates in which you drive
41. or work locations you can use a voice command to Navigate home or Navigate to work e To listen to an Internet music service say Listen to or Play followed by the name of the song album artist or combination To improve voice recognition accuracy provide multiple cues in your command such as artist plus song for example Play Honky Chateau by Elton John or Listen to Boogie Wonderland Note You can also use voice commands to provide feedback to Tesla Say Note Report Bug note or Bug report followed by your brief comments Model S takes a snapshot of its systems including screen captures of the touchscreen and instrument panel Tesla periodically reviews these notes and uses them to continue improving Model S Heated Steering Wheel If Model S is equipped with the optional cold weather package you can also control a heater in the steering wheel by touching Controls gt Cold Weather gt When turned on a heater in the steering wheel keeps it ata comfortable temperature Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Steering Wheel Y 39 MILLOR Adjusting Exterior Side Mirrors Press the button associated with the mirror you want to adjust left or right The button s light turns on and you can then press the dial to move the mirror to the desired position Repeat for the other side mirror If Model S is equipped with the optional te
42. orientation of the map N North Up North is always at the top of the screen Heading Up The direction you are Q heading is always at the top of the screen The map rotates when you change direction You can rotate the map in any direction When you rotate the map you ll notice the icon turn gray indicating the map is no longer tracking your position Touch the icon again to track your position 90 Whenever the map is in the Heading Up orientation where North is not at the top a compass gt appears on the map The arrow on the compass points North and the text on the compass indicates the direction you are driving You can touch the compass to switch to North Up described above Starting Navigation 1 Touch the Nav icon to display the map 2 Touch the search bar to enter the destination then touch GO You can also use voice commands to specify the destination for details see Using Voice Commands on page 38 If you have a data connection you can start entering the destination then choose one of the auto complete entries that appear For example you can enter just the street business name or category such as hotels coffee etc If you don t have a data connection you must enter complete and exact location information A list of matching destinations appears on the left and their corresponding pins with letters A B C etc appear on the map Note You can also touch PLACES and
43. rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean when water beads do not form A Caution Only use cleaning products approved for use on automotive glass and rubber Inappropriate products can cause damage or smears and create glare on the windshield A Caution Only install replacement blades that are identical to the original blades Using inappropriate blades can damage the wiper system and affect the operation of the rain sensor Cleaning Washer Jets The position of the windshield washers is set at the factory and should never need adjusting If a windshield washer becomes blocked use a thin strand of wire to clear any blockages from the nozzle 121 122 A Warning Do not operate the washers while cleaning Model S Windshield washer fluid can irritate eyes and skin Read and observe the washer fluid manufacturer s instructions Model S Owner s Manual Fluid Reservoirs Y Removing the Maintenance Panel Checking Battery Coolant To access fuses and check fluid levels remove If the quantity of fluid in the cooling system the maintenance panel drops below the recommended level the instrument panel displays a warning message Stop Model S as soon as safety permits and contact Tesla 1 Pull the rear edge of the maintenance panel upward to release the five clips that hold the panel in place 2 Maneuver the maintenance panel toward the windshield to remove Fluid Level
44. s anti trap mechanism Touch VENT to open the sunroof slightly To stop the sunroof from moving at any time touch the image of the sunroof A Warning Do not allow occupants to extend any part of their body through the sunroof Doing so can cause serious injury from flying debris tree branches or other obstructions A Warning Before closing the sunroof ensure that occupants especially children do not have any body part extended through the sunroof opening Failure to do so can cause serious injury Opening and Closing 15 Y Cup Holders Opening and Closing To expose a cup holder slide back the armrest 16 Model S Owner s Manual 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 Sit upright with both feet on the floor and the seat back reclined no more than 30 degrees 2 Make sure you can easily reach the pedals and that your arms are slightly bent when holding the steering wheel Your chest should be at least 10 inches 25 cm from the center of the airbag cover 3 Place the shoulder section of the seat belt mid way between your neck and your shoulder Fit the lap section of the belt tightly across your hips not across your stomach Model S seats include integra
45. sealant has an expiration date printed on the outside of the canister If the expiration date has passed the sealant might not work as expected Always replace an expired tire sealant canister A Warning Do not use any tire sealant other than the one available from Tesla Doing so could cause tire pressure sensors to malfunction Warning Always read and follow the safety and handling instructions printed on the sealant canister Warning Keep tire sealant out of the reach of children A Warning Tire sealant can be harmful if it contacts the eyes or if swallowed or inhaled If the sealant comes into contact with your eyes immediately flush with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists If swallowed do not induce vomiting and seek medical assistance immediately If inhaled breathe fresh air Inhalation can cause drowsiness and dizziness If breathing is affected seek medical assistance immediately Model S Owner s Manual Temporary Tire Repair Y Inflating with Sealant and Air If you have a Tesla tire repair kit follow these steps to temporarily repair a small tire puncture less than 1 4 6 mm 1 Stop Model S in a safe place away from traffic and ask passengers to wait in a safe area 2 Turn on the hazard warning flashers to alert other road users 3 If possible position the wheel with the puncture at the bottom 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 Detach the power supply connector
46. 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 A Warning Seat belts that have been worn in an accident must be inspected or replaced by Tesla even if damage to the assembly is not obvious A Warning Seat belts that show signs of wear such as fraying or have been cut or damaged in any way must be replaced by Tesla Seating and Safety Restraints 21 a Y Seat Belts A Warning Avoid contaminating a seat belt s components with any chemicals liquids grit dirt or cleaning products If a seat belt fails to retract or latch into the buckle it must be replaced immediately Contact Tesla A Warning Do not make modifications or additions that can prevent a seat belt mechanism from taking up slack or that can prevent a seat belt from being adjusted to remove slack A slack belt greatly reduces occupant protection A Warning Do not make modifications that can interfere with the operation of a seat belt or that can cause a Seat belt to become inoperable A Warning When seat belts are not in use they should be fully retracted and not hanging loose If a seat belt does not fully retract contact Tesla 22 Model S Owner s Manual Child Safety Seats Guidelines for Seating Children Your Model S seat belts in the front and second row seats are designed for adults and larger children You must restrain infants and sm
47. should be inflated This pressure is given on the tire side wall in psi lbf in A Caution This pressure marked on the tire is the maximum allowed by the tire manufacturer It is not the pressure Tesla recommends using for Model S Maximum Loaded Vehicle The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity Weight weight and production options weight Production Options Weight The combined weight of options installed which weigh in excess of 3 Ib more than the standard items that they replaced and are not already considered in curb or accessory weights PSI lbf in Pounds per square inch the unit used to measure tire pressure Recommended Tire Inflation Tire inflation pressure established by Tesla which is based on Pressure the type of tires that are mounted on the vehicle at the factory This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the door pillar Rim The metal support for a tire or tire and tube upon which the tire beads are seated Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of seats multiplied by 150 Ibs plus the rated amount of load luggage 148 Model S Owner s Manual Contacting Roadside Assistance Y Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you 24 hours a day 365 days a year for the duration of your warranty period To contact Roadside Assistance call 1 877 79TESLA 1 877 798 3752 Advise the representative of the vehicle identification number VIN license pla
48. software version market region and settings the information displayed may be slightly different o O O 1 The front seats are equipped with heating pads that operate at three levels from 3 highest to 1 lowest When operating the indicator turns red and displays the setting number Note If Model S is equipped with the optional cold weather package you can also control seat heaters in the rear seats as well as heated wipers by touching Controls gt Cold Weather see Controls on page 74 When equipped with executive seats you can control the seat and the backrest separately in each second row passenger seat 2 Touch the up or down arrow to set the cabin temperature from LO 63 F to HI 90 F LO 17 C to HI 32 C To apply a temperature setting to both the driver and passenger side at the same time touch SYNC TEMP on the temperature popup that appears when you touch an arrow 3 Automatic Manual climate control see Customizing Climate Control on page 81 80 u The windshield defroster distributes air flow to the windshield and operates the heating and fan at their maximum level Touch once for Normal Defrost and twice for Max Defrost When on touch again to turn off and restore the air distribution heating and fan to their previous settings Turn climate control system on off The rear window defroster warms up the rear window for 15 minutes then automatically shuts off If Mode
49. teslamotors com opensource The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of Tesla Motors Inc in the United States and other countries TESLA TESLA MOTORS TESLA ROADSTER MODEL MODEL X TESLA 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 154 Model S Owner s Manual Vehicle Telematics Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with electronic modules that monitor and record data from various vehicle systems including the motor Battery braking and electrical systems The electronic modules record information about various driving and vehicle conditions including braking acceleration trip and other related information regarding your vehicle These modules also record information about the vehicle s features such as charging events and status the enabling disabling of various systems diagnostic trouble codes VIN speed direction and location The data is stored by the vehicle and may be accessed used and stored by Tesla service technicians during vehicle servicing or periodically transmitted to Tesla wirelessly through the vehicle s telematics system This data may be used by Tesla for various purposes including but not limited to providing you with Tes
50. the GPS database are incorrect or outdated Model S is being driven in an area where GPS data is not available Traffic signs do not conform to standard recognizable formats A road or a speed limit has recently changed Model S Owner s Manual Lane Departure Warning Y How Lane Departure Warning Works If Model S is equipped with Autopilot a camera mounted on the windshield behind the interior rear view mirror monitors the markers on the lane you are driving in If a front wheel passes over a lane marking and the associated turn signal is off you feel three slight vibrations in the steering wheel Lane Departure Warning operates only when Model S is traveling over approximately 30 mph 50 km h Warning Lane Departure Warning is for guidance purposes only Never depend on Lane Departure Warning to inform you of unintentionally driving outside of the boundaries of the driving lane Several external factors can reduce the performance of Lane Departure Warning causing either no readings or false readings Therefore depending on this system to stay within the boundaries of the driving lane can result in serious injury or death Always keep your eyes on the road when driving It is the driver s responsibility to stay alert drive safely ensure the vehicle stays in the traveling lane and be in control of the vehicle at all times A Warning Lane Departure Warning is designed to activate when it detects lane markin
51. the level of glare from the headlights of a vehicle behind you except when in Reverse gear Also both exterior side mirrors have heaters that turn on and off with the rear window heater 40 Model S Owner s Manual Driving Starting Model S When you open a door Model S powers on the instrument panel and touchscreen The center circle on the instrument panel displays the status of doors and the charge level and you can operate all controls To drive e PRESS THE BRAKE the center circle on the instrument panel changes to display the speedometer power meter charge level and selected gear P R N or D e SELECT A GEAR all the way down for Drive and all the way up for Reverse Everything you need to know when driving Model S displays on the instrument panel Key Not Inside If Model S does not detect a key when you press the brake the instrument panel displays a message telling you that a key was not detected Place the key in the center console cup holder where Model S can best detect it If Model S still does not detect the key try holding it against the center console immediately below the 12V power socket see 12V Power Socket on page 87 Or try using another key If another key does not work contact Tesla A number of factors can affect whether Model S can detect the key These include a low battery in the key interference from other devices using radio signals and objects between the
52. to slow down you can take advantage of regenerative braking to increase driving range Of course this is no substitute for regular braking when needed for safety Note If regenerative braking is aggressively slowing Model S such as on a steep descent brake lights turn on to alert other road users that you are slowing down The power meter on the instrument panel displays real time feedback on the amount of energy being gained by regenerative braking The amount of energy fed back to the Battery using regenerative braking can depend on the current state of the Battery and the charge level setting that you are using If regenerative braking is limited a dashed yellow line displays on the power meter For example regenerative braking may be limited if the Battery is already fully charged or if the ambient temperature is low To Set the Regenerative Braking Level You can use the touchscreen to change the level of regenerative braking 1 Touch Controls gt Driving gt Regenerative Braking 2 Choose from two levels e Standard Provides the maximum amount of regenerative braking When you release the accelerator Model S slows down faster reducing the need to use the brakes e Low Limits the amount of regenerative braking When you release the accelerator Model S takes longer to slow down and coasts further Parking Brake The parking brake automatically engages whenever you shift Model S into Park and
53. to the valve and press the lever down to secure it in place 4 Ensure the compressor is lying on a level surface with the pressure gauge facing to the side where you can read it 5 To add air turn on the compressor and inflate until the desired pressure is reached 6 To release air turn off the compressor then press and hold the red button until the desired pressure is reached Note For your convenience the tire repair kit includes a selection of adapters that allow you to inflate other items These adapters are located in a compartment on the back of the compressor 116 A Caution To avoid overheating do not use the compressor continuously for more than eight minutes Allow the compressor to cool for 15 minutes between uses A Caution The compressor runs slowly when overheated from excessive use Turn it off and allow it to cool Model S Owner s Manual Temporary Tire Repair Replacing the Sealant Canister If you have a Tesla tire repair kit you can purchase additional or replacement canisters of tire sealant from Tesla Follow these steps to replace the canister in your Tesla tire repair kit 1 Unwrap the clear hose from the compressor This hose is included with the tire repair sealant canister 2 Remove the canister cover by sliding it upward to release it from the compressor 4 Insert the new canister and replace the cover Maintenance 117 Y Cleaning Cleaning the Exterio
54. way that may Knee affect the airbag system contact Tesla airbags Side airbags Curtain airbags Seating and Safety Restraints Advanced Airbags Y Types of Airbags The front airbags are advanced airbags designed to reduce airbag related injuries to children or small adults who ride in the front seats On the driver s side the front airbag works with a seat position sensor that adjusts the inflation level based on the seating position of the occupant On the passengers side the airbag responds to a sensing system in the seat that determines whether or not the passenger side front airbag inflates and optimizes the inflation level based on the weight of the occupant described below Knee airbags and the front airbags work together The knee airbags limit the forward motion of the front seat occupants by restricting leg movement thereby positioning the occupants so that the front airbags work more effectively Side airbags protect the thorax region of the torso and the pelvis They inflate only if a severe side impact occurs Side airbags on the non impacted side do not inflate Curtain airbags help protect the head and typically inflate only if a severe side impact occurs or if the vehicle rolls over Curtain airbags on the non impacted side do not inflate 33 Y Airbags Passenger Front Airbag e Heavy objects sitting on the seat briefcase large purse e Objects wedged between t
55. 12 trunk rear 10 unlocking and locking doors 4 unlocking when key doesn t work 7 USB devices connecting 87 playing audio files from 86 USB ports 87 V vehicle certification label 136 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 134 vehicle loading 135 vent sunroof 15 ventilation 82 VIN Vehicle Identification Number 134 volume control 72 W walk away locking 7 Wall Connector 102 warning flashers 50 warning lights summary of 44 washer fluid topping up 125 washer jets cleaning 121 washers using 51 weight specifications 139 wheel chocks 152 wheels alignment 110 replacing 111 specifications 143 Wi Fi connecting to 98 windshield washer fluid topping up 125 winter tires 112 wiper blades replacing 121 wipers and washers 51 wipers de icing 51 X XM radio 85 Model S Owner s Manual
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57. Jack When Jack mode is active CJ Model S displays this indicator light on the instrument panel along with a message telling you that active suspension is disabled Note Jack mode cancels when Model S is driven over 4 5 mph 7 km h A Warning Failure to activate Jack mode on a Model S equipped with Smart Air Suspension can result in the vehicle becoming loose during transport which may cause significant damage 150 Activate Tow Mode Model S may automatically shift into Park when it detects the driver leaving the vehicle even if it has previously been shifted into Neutral To keep Model S in Neutral Cwhich disengages the parking brake you must use the touchscreen to activate Tow mode 1 Shift into Park 2 Press the brake pedal then on the touchscreen touch Controls gt Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Tow Mode When Tow mode is active Model S IN displays this indicator light on the instrument panel along with a message telling you that Model S is free rolling Note Tow mode cancels when Model S is shifted into Park A Caution If the electrical system is not working and you therefore cannot release the electric parking brake attempt to quick start the 12V battery For instructions call Tesla If a situation occurs where you cannot disengage the parking brake use tire skids or transport Model S for the shortest possible distance using wheeled dollies Before doing so always check the
58. Model S A Caution Under no circumstances do you need to inspect or top up other fluid reservoirs Two additional fluid reservoirs are located next to the washer fluid but underneath the maintenance panel In the unlikely event that you see a message on the instrument panel that one of these fluid levels is low stop Model S as soon as safe to do so and contact Tesla A Caution Do not spill washer fluid on body panels Doing so can cause damage Wipe up spills immediately and wash the affected area with water Maintenance Fluid Reservoirs Y A Warning In temperatures below 40 F 4 C use a washer fluid with antifreeze In cold weather using a washer fluid without antifreeze can impair visibility through the windshield 125 a T Fuse Box Locations Three fuse boxes are located under the maintenance panel located in the front trunk For see 123 N 126 instructions on how to remove this panel Removing the Maintenance Panel on page Fuse box 1 see Fuse Box 1 on page 127 DO NOT replace these fuses If one of them fails contact Tesla Fuse box 2 see Fuse Box 2 on page 129 Fuse box 3 see Fuse Box 3 on page 131 Replacing a Fuse To remove a fuse box cover press the plastic tabs on either side Identify the fuse protecting the affected circuit Refer to the label on the inside of the fuse box cover or the fuse tables provided in this section Pull the fuse to remov
59. Model S in which case the Park Assist view closes automatically when your driving speed exceeds 5 mph 8 km h When reversing visual feedback also displays on the touchscreen immediately below the camera view see Rear View Camera on page 71 You can close this view manually by touching the X in the upper left corner When driving with the Camera app displayed on the touchscreen you can switch to the Park Assist view when driving at speeds below 5 mph 8 km h Touch the button located in the upper left corner of the Camera app window This is useful if you need assistance with parallel parking If chimes are turned on see Controlling Audible Feedback on page 67 an audible beep sounds as you approach an object You can temporarily mute the chime by pressing the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel or by touching the mute button located on the in the bottom left corner of the Park Assist view Note If your vehicle is equipped with software version 6 1 or newer and you are driving with the camera app displayed on the touchscreen you can switch to the Park Assist view by touching the icon in the upper left corner of the camera app window You must be driving at speeds below 5 mph 8 km h Note If a sensor is unable to provide feedback the instrument panel displays an alert message Model S Owner s Manual Park Assist Y A Caution Keep sensors clean from dirt Other Parking Aids debris snow and
60. Motor vehicles Range Mode can be turned on only when acceleration is set to Sport see above Cold Weather If Model S is equipped with the cold weather option you can control all seat heaters as well as the heated wipers and steering wheel Heaters that are turned on are displayed in red To turn off all seat heaters touch All Off Note that you can also control the front driver and passenger seats using the main climate control panel located on the bottom of the touchscreen see Climate Controls on page 80 Trips View and reset the trip meters that summarize how far you have driven see Trip Information on page 69 Displays 75 Y Controls 10 76 Manually control the touchscreen s brightness and control its day light background or night dark background setting When set to Auto the touchscreen automatically changes between Day and Night brightness depending on the ambient lighting conditions To disable the touchscreen momentarily for cleaning purposes touch Clean Mode You can also put Model S into an energy saving mode so it consumes less energy when not in use see Getting Maximum Range on page 70 Note that the Displays settings can also be accessed from the Settings screen E Brake amp Power Off You can manually e Apply and release the parking brake see Parking Brake on page 53 e Power off see Powering Off on page 41 Doors amp Locks see Using Interior Door Handles on page
61. Never use a child safety seat that has been involved in an accident Have the seat inspected or replaced as a described in the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions 27 Y Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats Usage Restrictions The optional Tesla built in rear facing child seats are child restraint systems and must only be used for children over 37 94 cm tall and weighing between 35 and 77 Ibs 16 2 to 35 2 kg Always ensure the top of the child s head cannot contact the vehicle and that the child is seated comfortably with the seat belts positioned and latched correctly The child s pelvis must be held securely in place by the lap belt Follow all instructions provided and do not use supplemental child safety seats in 4 Pull the handle to release the head these seats supports from the seat back then pull the head supports toward you to unfold them Note Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla built in rear facing child seats it is recommended that you set the climate control system to draw outside air into Model S instead of recirculating the air This draws more air into the rear seating areas Opening 1 Remove the cover from the trunk floor and pull the strap to lift the seat assembly upward 5 Raise the seat back to the upright position and push until it locks into position Visually check to ensure that the retaining catches are engaged 6 Check that the seat back and seat bas
62. Owner s Manual O l Battery DC DC converter and junction box High voltage cabling colored orange 10 kW on board master charger OPTIONAL 10 kW on board charger Charge port Drive unit NOU RWN Charging A Warning The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts Do not disassemble remove or replace high voltage components cables or connectors High voltage cables are colored orange for easy identification Warning Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model S These labels are there for your safety Warning In the unlikely event that a fire occurs immediately contact your local fire emergency responders 101 vv Electric Vehicle Components Charging Equipment Charging equipment designed specifically to charge your Model S is available from Tesla A Tesla Wall Connector which installs in your garage is the fastest way to charge Model S at home In several market regions Model S is equipped with a Mobile Connector and the adapter s you need to plug into commonly used power outlets When using the Mobile Connector first plug the Mobile Connector into the power outlet then plug in Model S For more information about your Mobile Connector see the Mobile Connector Owner s Manual Additional adapters can be purchased from Tesla Tesla also provides various types of adapters including J1772 Mennekes Type 2 and CHAdeMO that allow you to pl
63. Specifications issnin eM rE 134 Identification LGD CIS viscss ccscscdsnssnsascntdscannsnansscoasdiociarsoncoranniioass 134 Vehicle IO ACG sass isisscnsnsaceagdecansnnniaveensddeansbidalintmanmaninaiee 135 Dimensions and WEIGNKS ccceseceecseessesseesseeseeseteseesseeeees 138 SUDSVSTEMIS iaire a aE 140 Wheels anq WSS winiserccenssninaheneeucecdbananimavndieiugdlvadeniushiaensasionten 143 Roadside ASSIStANCE ccscseesseeseestseesseeseeseeseeseesensenseneenes 149 Contacting Roadside ASSIStANCE cece cccecceeeeeseeecees 149 Instructions for TransportefS sesessssieriererrerisrerrerrsresrere 150 Consumer INFOMATION eceeceseeseeseesessteseesteseeseesteseeseeees 153 About this Owner INfOrMatiON cccccecssccseeecseecesseeeees 153 LOS NEVES i csieip asics conc rvoined tac tessndsnemmtdceanat ntsc eatapnasiscnibiaaundions 155 Reporting GOMCEINS sis stcsincsassesdnanessasassionsavsedashannciaessiadnadenaveass 156 Declarations of CONFOMILY ccceccceeessssssesseeeteseeeseenseees 157 Interior Overview 1 Interior doors Using Interior Door Handles on page 6 2 Cruise control Traffic Aware Cruise Control on page 60 3 High beams Headlight High Beams on page 49 Turn signals Turn Signals on page 50 Wipers and washers Wipers and Washers on page 51 4 Steering wheel buttons left Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 37 5 Instrument panel Instrument Panel Overview on page 43 6 Steering wheel
64. Voltage being supplied by the charge cable Note If Model S is charging and detects unexpected fluctuations in the input power it automatically reduces the charging current by 25 For example a 40 amp current is reduced to 30 amps This automatic current reduction increases robustness and safety in situations when a problem exists outside of Model S or its charging electronics For example a home wiring system receptacle adapter or cord is unable to meet its rated current capacity When Model S automatically reduces a location s charging current it retains the reduced current for that location as a precaution 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 107 vv Maintenance Schedule Service Intervals Regular maintenance is the key to ensuring the continued reliability and efficiency of your Model S Rotate the tires every 5000 miles 8000 km maintain the correct tire pressures and take Model S to Tesla at the regularly scheduled maintenance intervals of every 12 months or every 12 500 miles 20 000 km whichever comes first It is also important to perform the daily and monthly checks described below Model S must be serviced by Tesla certified technicians Damages or failures caused by maintenance or repairs performed by non Tesla certified technicians are not covered by th
65. a rear seat press the corresponding lever and fold the seat forward 18 Model S Owner s Manual Front and Rear Seats Raising Rear Seats Before raising a rear seat make sure that the seat belts are not trapped behind the backrest Pull the seat back upward until it locks into place To confirm that the seat back is locked in the upright position try pulling it forward A Warning Always ensure the seat backs are locked in their upright position Failure to do so increases the risk of injury Head Supports Seats include integrated head supports that cannot be adjusted or removed Seat Covers Do not use seat covers on Model S Doing so could restrict deployment of the side air bags if an accident occurs It can also reduce the accuracy of the occupant detection system Seating and Safety Restraints 19 Y 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 Both the driver and passenger seats are equipped with three point inertia reel seat belts Inertia reel belts are automatically tensioned to allow occupants to move comfortably during normal driving conditions To securely hold child safety seats all passenger seating positions are equipped with an automatic locking retractor ALR that by pulling the seat belt beyond the length needed f
66. alfunction Model S has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly Maintenance The TPMS malfunction indicator is 1 combined with the tire pressure indicator light When the system detects a malfunction the indicator flashes for approximately one minute after Model S powers on and then remains continuously lit This sequence continues upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the TPMS malfunction indicator is on the system might not be able to detect or signal under and over inflated tires as intended TPMS malfunctions can occur for a variety of reasons including installing replacement or alternate tires or wheels that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction indicator light after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement tires or wheels allow the 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 Contact Tesla to have the fault repaired as soon as possible 113 Y Temporary Tire Repair Tire Repair Kit Your Model S has no spare tire Depending on the legislations that apply to the region in which you purchased Model S a tire repair kit may or may
67. all children in the second row seats only and you must use a Suitable child safety seat appropriate for the child s age weight and size Never use child safety seats in the front row passenger seat Carefully follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child safety seat If your Model S is equipped with the optional Tesla built in rear facing child seats these seats are child safety seats and are designed only for children within a specific height and weight range see Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats on page 28 Seating and Safety Restraints 23 vv Child Safety Seats Choosing a Child Safety Seat All children age 12 and under should ride in the rear second row seats Always use a child safety seat suitable for a young child s age and weight Infants Toddlers Young children Birth to 1 year Over 1 year 4 years and older and less than 57 in 145 cm tall Weight Up to at least 20 Ibs 9 kg Over 20 Ibs 9 kg minimum Over 40 Ibs and up to 40 Ibs 18 kg 18 kg Type of child Rear facing or convertible Forward facing or Seat belt safety seat convertible retained booster seat Seat position Rear facing only Forward facing facing Recommended If combined weight of child If combined weight of child Attach attachment and safety seat is up to 65 Ibs and safety seat is up to 65 Ibs booster method 29 kg attach using either 29 kg attach using either seats using LATCH lower a
68. all doors windows and controls to be fully operational and can cause hazardous unauthorized or unintentional use of Model S Opening and Closing 9 Y Rear Trunk Opening To open the rear trunk do one of the following e Touch Controls gt Trunk on the touchscreen e Double click the Trunk button on the key e Press the switch located under the exterior handle Cif not equipped with the optional tech package you must first unlock Model S When the liftgate is open the instrument panel displays the Door Open indicator light The image of the Model S on the touchscreen Controls window also displays the open trunk To stop a powered liftgate while it is moving single click the Trunk button on the key Then when you double click the Trunk button it moves again but in the opposite direction provided it was not almost entirely open or closed when you stopped it For example if you single click to stop the liftgate while it is opening when you double click it closes To open the trunk in the unlikely situation in which Model S has no electrical power see Opening with No Power on page 11 Closing To close the trunk pull down on the liftgate and push firmly ensuring it is fully closed If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package you can close the powered liftgate by e Double clicking the trunk button on the key e Touching Controls gt Trunk on the touchscreen e Pressing the
69. all using the on screen dialer 1 Touch the Phone app on the touchscreen then touch Dialer 2 Enter the phone number on the dialer 3 Touch Call The touchscreen displays the call screen and the number you are calling To make a phone call by choosing a contact 1 Touch the Phone app on the touchscreen then touch Contacts Note Ensure that access to the phone s contacts is turned on 2 Touch the name of the contact you want to call to display details about the contact 3 Touch the number you want to dial there may be more than one The touchscreen displays the call screen and the name of the contact you are calling Note If it is safe and legal to do so you can also initiate a call by dialing the number or selecting the contact directly from your phone Using the Touchscreen Phone Y Receiving a Phone Call When your phone receives an incoming call both the instrument panel and the touchscreen display the caller s number or name if the caller is in your phone s contact list and Model S has access to your contacts Touch one of the options on the touchscreen or use the scroll wheel on the right side of the steering wheel to Answer or Ignore the call see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 38 In Call Options When a call is in progress you can display the call menu on the instrument panel by pressing the top button on the right side of the steering wheel Then use the right scr
70. ally causes the tire to lose pressure which is why it is important to check tire pressures frequently Permanently repair or replace punctured or damaged tires as soon as possible Do not drive with a punctured tire even if the puncture has not caused the tire to deflate A punctured tire can deflate suddenly at any time Your tubeless tires may not leak when penetrated provided the object remains in the tire If however you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect a tire is damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive slowly while avoiding heavy braking or sharp steering and when safe to do so stop the vehicle Arrange to have Model S transported to a Tesla service center or to a nearby tire repair center Note In some cases you can temporarily repair small tire punctures under 1 4 6 mm using an optional tire repair kit available from Tesla This allows you to slowly drive Model S to Tesla or to a nearby tire repair facility Warning Do not drive Model S witha punctured tire Even if the punctured tire has not deflated it can suddenly deflate at any time Flat Spots If Model S is stationary for a long period in high temperatures tires can form flat spots When Model S is driven these flat soots cause a vibration which gradually disappears as the tires warm up and regain their original shape To minimize the flat spots during storage inflate tires to the maximum pressure i
71. and that the child is seated comfortably with the seat belts correctly fastened A Warning Follow all instructions and heed all warnings related to the Tesla built in rear facing child seats Failure to do so can compromise occupant safety Warning Read all safety warnings and labels attached to the seats Warning Do not leave children unattended in Model S even if the child is secured in a child safety seat or a Tesla built in rear facing child seat In hot weather the interior temperature can reach dangerous levels that can result in dehydration serious injury or death A Warning Do not remove or replace the fabric on a Tesla built in rear facing child seat The covers are an integral part of the restraint s performance and should not be removed or replaced with any other type than those supplied by Tesla A Warning If the Tesla built in rear facing child seats have been worn in an accident they must be inspected or replaced by Tesla even if damage is not obvious A Warning Before allowing a child to ride in the Tesla built in rear facing child seats check that the seat is securely held in the upright position by trying to pull the seat back toward you A Warning Do not remove the built in rear facing child seats for any reason including cleaning To ensure safety of occupants removal and installation must be performed by qualified Tesla service technicians A Warning Do not make modifications or
72. ange its battery If the key s battery is discharged you can open Model S by following the unlocking procedure See Unlocking When the Key Doesn t Work on page 7 4 Caution Remember to bring the key with you when you drive Although you can drive Model S away from its key you will be unable to power it back on after it powers off A Caution Protect the key from impact high temperatures and damage from liquids Avoid contact with solvents waxes and abrasive cleaners Replacing the Key Battery The key s battery lasts for approximately a year When the battery is low a message displays on the instrument panel Follow these steps to replace it 1 Place the key button side down on a soft surface 2 Release the battery using a small flat bladed tool 3 Remove the battery by pushing it toward the center of the key to release it from the front retaining clips 4 Insert the new battery type CR2032 with the side facing up Avoid touching the flat surfaces of the battery and wipe the battery clean before fitting Finger marks can reduce battery life Opening and Closing 5 Align the battery then press the key and battery together until they snap into place Getting More Keys If you lose a key or require an additional one contact Tesla Model S can recognize up to three keys When ordering a new key for Model S take all available keys with you for reprogramming Using Exterior Do
73. ate control using the mobile app When the Battery warms up the blue portion on the meter and the snowflake image are no longer displayed Driving SSCS a Instrument Panel 10 Pay attention to alert messages that appear at the bottom center of the instrument panel If any alerts are in effect you can view information about them by touching the alert icon exclamation mark on the touchscreen s status bar the topmost area of the touchscreen 11 Currently selected gear Park Reverse Neutral or Drive 12 Dashed lines appear on the power meter if Model S is limiting power The dashed lines appear on the top portion when power available for acceleration is being limited and on the bottom portion when power that can be gained by regenerative braking is limited Model S limits power for many reasons Here are just a few examples e Acceleration may be limited when the Battery is reaching a low state of charge or if the powertrain is hot e Both acceleration and regenerative braking may be limited when the ambient temperature is either very high or very low e Regenerative braking may be limited when the Battery is fully charged 13 Date and time Indicator Lights Indicator lights flash on briefly when you press the brake pedal to prepare for driving Unless an indicator light applies to a current situation they should turn off If an indicator light fails to turn on or off contact Tesla In addition to indicator lights a
74. ately cooled during charging Floor Mats To extend the life of your carpet and make them easier to clean use genuine Tesla floor mats Maintain mats by cleaning them regularly and replacing them if they become excessively worn A Warning To avoid potential interference with a foot pedal ensure that the driver s floor mat is securely fastened and never place an additional floor mat on top of it Model S Owner s Manual Wiper Blades and Washer Jets Y Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades Caution Wiper blades do not lock into a lifted position When cleaning or replacing a wiper blade lift the wiper arm only a short distance from the windshield just far enough to access the blade Do not lift a wiper arm beyond its intended position Doing so can cause damage that is not covered by the warranty To make wiper blades easy to access turn off the wipers shift Model S into Park then use the touchscreen to move them to the service position Touch Controls gt Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Service Mode gt ON Note Wipers automatically return to their normal position when you shift Model S out of Park Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper blade and check the rubber for cracks splits and roughness If damaged replace the blade immediately to prevent damage to the glass Contaminants on the windshield or on the wiper blades can reduce the effectiveness of the wiper blades Contaminant
75. behind the interior rear view mirror and a radar sensor in the center of the front grill to detect whether there is a vehicle in front of you in the same lane If the area in front of Model S is clear Traffic Aware Cruise Control is designed to drive consistently at a set speed When a vehicle is detected Traffic Aware Cruise Control is designed to slow down Model S if needed to maintain a selected time based distance from the vehicle in front up to the set speed Traffic Aware Cruise Control does not eliminate the need to watch the road in front of you and to apply the brakes if needed Traffic Aware Cruise Control makes it easy to maintain a consistent time based distance from a vehicle travelling in front of you in the same lane Traffic Aware Cruise Control is primarily intended for driving on dry straight roads such as highways and freeways It should not be used on city streets Note Traffic Aware Cruise Control is available only if your Model S is equipped with Autopilot hardware and you have purchased the Tech Package Operating Traffic Aware Cruise Control 1 Touch the end of the cruise control lever Unless a vehicle is detected ahead of you you must be driving at least 18 mph 30 km h to initiate Traffic Aware Cruise Control If a vehicle is detected in front of you you can initiate Traffic Aware Cruise Control at any speed even when stationary ry tO The light on the lever turns on Traffic Awar
76. ble the Auto Present Handles feature when the key has been out of range for more than 48 hours or if the key remains within range for five minutes after all doors have been closed Headlights After Exit If on headlights stay on for two minutes after you exit or until you lock Model S see Headlights After Exit on page 50 Mirror Auto Tilt If on exterior mirrors tilt downward when reversing see Mirrors on page 40 Available only if Model S is equipped with the optional tech package Mirror Auto Fold If on exterior mirrors fold when you lock Model S with the key or walk away locking They extend automatically when you return to Model S Available only if Model S is equipped with both folding mirrors newer models and the optional tech package For newer Model S vehicles you can also fold mirrors manually by touching the center mirror control button see Mirrors on page 40 lonizer If on the air ionizer freshens the air in the cabin Smart Preconditioning If on Model S predicts your driving schedule and adjusts the temperature of the cabin and the Battery so the vehicle is comfortable and ready to drive It may take some time for Model S to learn your driving habits Safety amp Security Turn various safety and security features on and off Active safety devices Model S is equipped with such as Park Assist Chimes see Park Assist on page 66 Alarm and security options Model S is equipped with see Se
77. buttons right Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 38 7 Gear selector Shifting Gears on page 42 8 Touchscreen Touchscreen Overview on page 72 9 Glove box button Glove Box on page 14 ae DO ee cas eee 10 Power window switches Opening and Closing on page 9 11 Exterior mirror adjustment switches Mirrors on page 40 12 Seats Front and Rear Seats on page 17 13 Steering column adjuster hidden from view in the above image Steering Wheel on page 37 14 Horn Horn on page 39 15 Brakes Brakes on page 52 16 Hazard warning lights Hazard Warning Flashers on page 50 17 Cabin climate control Climate Controls on page 80 18 Cup holders Cup Holders on page 16 Note On RHD Right Hand Drive vehicles the controls illustrated above are arranged similarly but are mirrored on the right side of the vehicle s eso 8 T Model S Owner s Manual 10 Overview Exterior lights Lights on page 47 Door handles Using Exterior Door Handles on page 6 Sunroof Sunroof on page 15 Charge port Charging Model S on page 104 Exterior mirrors Mirrors on page 40 Front trunk Front Trunk on page 12 Wheels and tires Wheels and Tires on page 143 Rear view camera Rear View Camera on page 71 Rear trunk liftgate Rear Trunk on page 10 Parking sensors Park Assist on page 66 Exterior Overview Y Y Deyo E Keyless Locking and Unlocking Model S has sensors
78. c activate Tow mode 1 Shift into Park 2 Press the brake pedal 3 Touch Controls gt Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Tow Mode Model S beeps and shifts into Neutral which releases the parking brake When Tow mode is active Model S IN displays this indicator light on the instrument panel along with a message telling you that Model S will remain free rolling Note In Tow mode Model S does not shift into a driving gear To cancel Tow mode shift into Park or touch Tow mode again Tow mode also cancels if you use the touchscreen to apply the parking brake Controls gt E Brake amp Power Off gt Parking Brake Model S Owner s Manual Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Note The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only Depending on vehicle options software version and market region the information displayed may be slightly different 2 O 9 wrasr O 0 0000 D 1 The center display changes depending on whether Model S is off or ready to drive If Model S is off the center displays shows remaining estimated range and status of doors Pressing the brake powers Model S on the indicator lights flash on for a second and the center display shows speed power charge level estimated range see item 9 and active gear When Model S is plugged in the instrument panel displays charging status see Charging Status on page 107 2 Use the left steerin
79. ce Recirculating the air is the most efficient way to cool the front cabin area but it is also the loudest To prevent the windshield from fogging in some conditions briefly change the setting every hour to draw in outside air 4 Choose where air flows into the cabin You can choose more than one location 1 Touch RESET AUTO to change all settings 2 Touch A C ON or A C OFF to turn the air conditioning on and off respectively Face level vents Turning it off reduces cooling but saves energy Windshield vents Because Model S runs much quieter than a gasoline powered vehicle you may notice the sound of the compressor as it is 5 Drag the slider to set the speed of the fan operating To minimize noise reduce the fan speed or recirculate the air 3 Choose how air is drawn into Model S Using the Touchscreen 81 Y Climate Controls Ventilation Outside air is drawn into Model S through the grill in front of the windshield Keep the grill clear of obstructions such as leaves and snow To direct the flow of air inside Model S move the interior vents up down or from side to side Cr T I E TT nS Cums Ty Note You can direct the outer face level vents toward the side windows to help defrost or defog them Cabin Air Filter Model S has an air filter that prevents pollen industrial fallout road dust and other particles from entering through the vents Tesla replaces the air
80. ce the valve cap to prevent dirt from entering Periodically check the valve for damage and leaks A Warning Under inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and can cause a tire to overheat resulting in severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout which causes unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation also reduces Battery range and tire tread life A Warning Check tire pressures using an accurate pressure gauge when tires are cold It takes only about one mile 1 6 km of driving to warm up the tires sufficiently to affect tire pressures Parking the vehicle in direct sunlight or in hot weather can also affect tire pressures If you must check warm tires expect increased pressures Do not let air out of warm tires in an attempt to match recommended cold tire pressures A hot tire at or below the recommended cold tire inflation pressure is dangerously under inflated Warning Do not use any tire sealant other than the type provided in a Tesla tire repair kit Other types can cause tire pressure sensors to malfunction If your Model S did not include a tire repair kit you can purchase one from Tesla Motors 109 Y Tire Care and Maintenance Inspecting and Maintaining Tires Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for any sign of distortion bulges cuts or wear A Warning Do not drive Model S if a tire is damaged excessively worn or inflated to an incor
81. ch package you may need to touch Save on the touchscreen to save the mirror adjustment in your driver profile To fold exterior mirrors press the center button To set the mirrors to fold automatically whenever you walk away from Model S touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Mirror Auto Fold gt ON Mirror Auto tilt When Reversing If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package both exterior mirrors can automatically tilt downward when backing up To adjust the auto tilt position shift into Reverse then adjust the mirrors as described above press the button associated with the mirror you want to adjust then press the dial to move the mirror to the desired position Touch Save on the touchscreen to save the mirror adjustment in your driver profile When you shift back into Drive the mirrors tilt back to their normal upward position But now that you have adjusted them for backing up they automatically tilt to the selected downward position whenever you shift into Reverse You can turn the auto tilt feature on or off using the touchscreen Touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Mirror Auto Tilt Rear View Mirror Except when in Reverse gear the rear view mirror automatically dims in proportion to the level of glare from the headlights of a vehicle behind you If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package the driver s side mirror automatically dims at night in proportion to
82. ch tire can support This number is not always shown Speed rating When stated indicates the maximum speed Cin 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 Tire composition and materials The number of plies in both the tread area and the sidewall area indicates how many layers of rubber coated material make up the structure of the tire Information is also provided on the type of materials used EE Maximum tire load The maximum load which can be carried by the tire Maximum permissible inflation pressure This pressure should not be used for normal driving U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN Begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next 2 digits letters represent the plant code where it was manufactured and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of manufacture For example the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012 The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information can be used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall Treadwear grade This number indicates the tire s wear rate The higher the treadwear number is the longer it should take for the tread to wear down A tire rated at 400 for exa
83. chattering sound Caution Do not use hot water and detergents Caution In hot weather do not wash in direct sunlight Caution If using a pressure washer maintain a distance of at least 12 30 cm between the nozzle and the surface of Model S Keep the nozzle moving and do not concentrate the water jet on any one area Caution Do not aim water hoses directly at window door or hood seals or through wheel apertures onto brake components Caution Avoid using tight napped or rough cloths such as washing mitts Caution If washing in an automatic car wash use Touchless car washes only These car washes have no parts brushes etc that touch the surfaces of Model S Using any other type of car wash could cause damage that is not covered by the warranty Caution Do not used chemical based wheel cleaners These can damage the finish on the wheels Caution Avoid using a high pressure power washer on the rear view camera or parking sensors Cif equipped and do not clean a sensor or camera lens with a sharp or abrasive object that can scratch or damage its surface Model S Owner s Manual Cleaning the Interior Frequently inspect and clean the interior to maintain its appearance and to prevent premature wear If possible immediately wipe up spills and remove marks For general cleaning wipe interior surfaces using a soft cloth such as micro fiber dampened with a mixture of warm water and mild non detergen
84. choose a location from the list of Recent locations and searches Favorite locations Supercharger locations or Visited Chargers 3 Touch any destination in the list to immediately start navigation or touch the lettered pin on the map to view the destination popup which also allows you to place a phone call to the destination Cin situations where a phone number is available Note If you have set up your phone s calendar to work with Model S and a calendar event includes a specific location you are given the option to navigate to the location see Calendar on page 93 Model S Owner s Manual During Navigation During navigation the touchscreen displays the navigation route on the map Depending on the map s zoom level you might not be able to see the entire route But as you drive the map shows your location on the map Whenever a navigation route is active you can display an overview of the route by touching the route overview icon The route overview icon is available on the right side of the search bar whenever a navigation route is active You can toggle between North Up Heading Up and Route Overview see Using Maps on page 90 As you travel on your navigation route the zoom level adjusts to display an overview of the route between your current location and your destination The touchscreen also displays a turn by turn direction list that includes estimated driving time arrival time and an estimat
85. connected device touch Media gt Browse gt My Music amp Devices The name of the device will be displayed Touch the song album or playlist you want to play and Media Player starts playing and displays the Now Playing screen To play the next song in the selected playlist or album touch the previous or next arrows on the Now Playing tab or use the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 37 You can also shuffle tracks in a playlist or repeat any track using the shuffle repeat icons displayed below the album cover art USB Connected Flash Drives Connect a flash drive to one of the USB connections see USB Connections on page 87 Touch Media gt Browse gt My Music amp Devices then touch the name of the flash drive and the song you want to play Note To play media from a USB connection Model S recognizes flash drives only To play media from other types of devices such as an iPod connect using Bluetooth Cif supported by the device Bluetooth Connected Devices If you have a Bluetooth capable device such as a phone that is paired and connected to Model S see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 88 you can play audio files stored on it and you can stream a music service for example Pandora or Spotify Touch Media gt Browse gt My Music amp Devices then touch the name of your Bluetooth connected device Your Bluetooth device begins playing the aud
86. curity Settings on page 95 Remote access by Tesla s mobile applications see Mobile App on page 100 Displays Model S Owner s Manual Manually control the touchscreen s brightness and control its day light background or night dark background setting When set to Auto the touchscreen automatically changes between Day and Night brightness depending on the ambient lighting conditions To disable the touchscreen momentarily for cleaning purposes touch Clean Mode You can also put Model S into an energy saving mode so it consumes less energy when not in use see Getting Maximum Range on page 70 Note that the Displays settings can also be accessed from the Controls window HomeLink If the HomeLink feature is available in your region use it to control RF enabled garage doors lights or security systems see HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 96 Driver Assistance If your vehicle is equipped with Driver Assistance features you can control features that can provide a safer driving experience e Lane Departure Warning If on the steering wheel vibrates if a front wheel passes over a lane marking and the associated turn signal is off see Lane Departure Warning on page 57 e Overtake Acceleration If on when Traffic Aware Cruise Control is operating Model S accelerates when you engage the turn signal to indicate a move into the passing lane see Traffic Aware Cruise Control on page 60 e Speed A
87. d Wipers The washer de icers turn off when the heated wipers turn off after 15 minutes provided the temperature is warm enough to prevent freezing 51 Y Brakes Braking Systems Model S has an anti lock braking system ABS that prevents the wheels from locking when you apply maximum brake pressure This improves steering control during heavy braking in most road conditions During emergency braking conditions the ABS constantly monitors the speed of each wheel and varies the brake pressure according to the grip available The alteration of brake pressure can be felt as a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal This demonstrates that the ABS is operating and is not a cause for concern Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsing The ABS indicator flashes briefly on the instrument panel when you first start Model S 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 O If the instrument panel displays this indicator at any time other than displaying briefly when you first start Model S a brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low Contact Tesla immediately BRAKE 52 Emergency Braking In an emergency fully press the brake pedal and maintain firm pressure
88. dolly manufacturer s specifications and recommended load capacity Model S Owner s Manual Instructions for Transporters Y Connect the Tow Chain If equipped with a towing eye The method used to connect the tow chain 1 Remove the nose cone depends on whether Model S is equipped with Insert a plastic pry tool into the top right a towing eye located in the front trunk corner and gently pry the nose cone If not equipped with a towing eye toward you When the clip releases pull the nose cone toward you without twisting or bending to release the three remaining clips 2 Insert the towing eye Fully insert the towing eye found in the front trunk into the opening on the right side then turn it counter clockwise until securely fastened 1 Attach the tow chains to the large hole on each of the rearmost lower suspension arms underneath the front of the vehicle 2 To protect the underbody from any damage that could be caused by the tow chains place a 2 x 4 piece of wood between the tow chains and the underbody A Caution Before pulling position the wood between the tow chain and the underbody to ensure the underbody is protected from any damage that could be caused by the tow chain N Attach the tow chain to the towing eye A Caution Before pulling make sure the towing eye is securely tightened Roadside Assistance 151 Instructions for Transporters Pull Onto the Tra
89. e are securely retained in the upright position by trying to pull the seat back toward you Folding Caution Before folding the seats fasten the seat belts to prevent them from getting trapped in the seat mechanism 3 Undo the Velcro strap and being damaged 1 Pull the handle to release the seat back and pull the seat back fully forward 28 Model S Owner s Manual Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats Y 2 Push the lever to release the head supports from the seat back then fold back onto the seat 3 Secure the Velcro strap FENT A LANAA ui 4 Pullthe strap at the rear of the seat to fold the seat assembly into the trunk floor 5 Replace the cover on the trunk floor Seating and Safety Restraints 29 vv Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats Seating a Child The Tesla built in rear facing child seats are child restraint systems and must only be used for children over 37 94 cm tall and weighing between 35 and 77 lbs 16 2 to 35 2 kg Always ensure the top of the child s head cannot contact the vehicle and that the child is seated comfortably with the seat belts positioned and latched correctly The child s pelvis must be held securely in place by the lap belt Follow all instructions provided and do not use supplemental child safety seats in these seats Note Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla built in rear facing child seats it is recommended that you
90. e Control Y Note Model S automatically determines whether the turn signal indicates a move into a passing lane based on if you are driving in a region with right or left hand traffic When driving in right hand traffic only the left turn signal moving the turn signal lever down provides acceleration In left hand traffic only the right turn signal moving the turn signal lever up provides acceleration Overtake Acceleration When following a vehicle with Traffic Aware Cruise Control operating engaging the turn signal to indicate a move into the passing lane briefly accelerates Model S towards the vehicle ahead By engaging or momentarily holding the turn signal you can quickly accelerate up to your set speed without having to press the accelerator pedal The turn signal accelerates Model S only when the Warning Overtake acceleration can following conditions are met e Traffic Aware Cruise Control is operating and detecting a vehicle in front e Model S is travelling below the set speed but over 45 mph 72 km h e The turn signal indicates a move into the passing lane e The Overtake Acceleration setting is turned ON Controls gt Settings gt Driver Assistance gt Overtake Acceleration Overtake Acceleration is intended as an aid when passing a vehicle ahead of you When the turn signal is engaged Traffic Aware Cruise Control continues to maintain distance from the vehicle ahead but allows you to dr
91. e Cruise Control is now in standby mode and is not actively controlling your speed until you specify a cruising speed as described in the next step 2 Set your cruising speed by accelerating until you reach a desired cruising speed then moving the cruise control lever up or down or pull briefly toward you then releasing 60 Once you ve initally set a cruising speed you can adjust the speed to cruise at the speed limit that is currently being determined by Speed Assist see Speed Assist on page 55 To do so pull the cruise control lever toward you and hold momentarily about half a second When you release your cruising speed is set to the speed that is automatically or manually being determined by Speed Assist taking into consideration any offset you may have specified Note When you adjust the cruising speed based on the speed limit the set speed does not change when the speed limit changes You will need to pull the lever again You can also manually adjust your cruising speed at any time see Changing the Set Speed on page 62 A Warning Do not rely on Speed Assist to determine an accurate or appropriate cruising speed Always cruise at a safe speed based on traffic and road conditions To set the distance you want to maintain between Model S and a vehicle travelling ahead of you rotate the cruise control lever to choose a setting from 1 the closest following distance to 7 the longest following distance
92. e box locks whenever Model S is locked externally using the key or walk away locking It does not lock when Model S is locked using the touchscreen A Warning When driving keep the glove box closed to prevent injury toa passenger if a collision or sudden stop occurs 14 Model S Owner s Manual Sunroof Y Opening and Closing Caution Remove snow and ice before opening the sunroof Opening a sunroof If your Model S is equipped with a sunroof covered in snow and ice can cause touch Controls gt Sunroof on the touchscreen damage to operate it Drag or tap on the sunroof slider bar or touch the image of the sunroof A Caution Do not carry an object that protrudes through the sunroof Doing so can damage the sunroof s seals and anti trap mechanism and drag it The sunroof moves to the selected position Touch OPEN once to open the sunroof to its comfort position 75 open to minimize wind noise Or move the sunroof to the comfort position by dragging the slider bar to the indent position If you find wind noise which varies depending on driving speed excessive even with the sunroof in the comfort position open a window slightly Touch OPEN twice to open the sunroof fully Touch CLOSE to fully close the sunroof If the sunroof s safety mechanism detects any obstruction it does not close If after removing the obstruction it still does not close touch and hold CLOSE to override the sunroof
93. e charge port and insert fully When the connector is properly inserted charging begins automatically after Model S e Engages a latch that holds the connector in place e Shifts into Park Cif it was in any other gear e Heats or cools the Battery if needed If the Battery requires heating or cooling you may notice a delay before charging begins Note Whenever Model S is plugged in but not actively charging it draws energy from the wall instead of using energy stored in the Battery For example if you are sitting in Model S and using the touchscreen while it s is parked and plugged in the energy being used is drawn from the power outlet instead of the Battery Model S Owner s Manual During Charging During charging the charge port pulses green and charging status displays on the instrument panel The frequency at which the charge port s light pulses slows down as the charge level approaches full When charging is complete the light stops pulsing and is solid green Note If Model S is locked the light around the charge port does not light up White Solid Green If the light around the charge port lights up Blinkin red while charging a fault is detected Check g the instrument panel or touchscreen for a Green message describing the fault A fault can occur due to something as common as a power outage If a power Outage occurs charging resumes automatically when power is restored Note When char
94. e fan used to cool or heat the cabin e Display Brightness Roll the wheel to change the brightness level of the displays or press the wheel to restore default settings e Sunroof Cif equipped Roll the wheel to adjust the position of the sunroof e Media Source Roll the wheel to control what Media Player is playing or press the wheel to add remove the currently playing station or audio track as a Favorite Press the lower right button at any time to either exit a menu or go back one level in the menu structure Using Voice Commands You can use voice commands to calla contact navigate or listen to Internet music Press and hold the voice button on the upper right side of the steering wheel When you hear the tone soeak your command while continuing to hold down the voice button Release the button when you finish speaking e To calla contact on your Bluetooth connected phone say Call or Dial followed by the contact s first and or last name s For example Call Eric or Call Mike Phillips Model S Owner s Manual Driving e To search for or navigate to a location say Where is Drive or Navigate followed by an address business name business category or landmark For example Drive to Tesla in Menlo Park Drive to Starbucks on Homestead in Cupertino or Where is Stanford University If you have defined a navigation address for your home
95. e first few miles kms until the tires warm up Using Tire Chains Tesla has tested and approved Security Chain Company SCC Model Z 563 chains for use on the rear wheels These chains must only be used if your Model S has 245 45R19 rear tires installed Do not use chains on 21 inch tires When installing tire chains follow the instructions provided by the tire chain manufacturer Mount them as tightly as possible When using tire chains e Drive slowly Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h e Avoid heavily loading Model S heavy loads can reduce the clearance between the tires and the body Remove the tire chains as soon as conditions allow Note Tire chains are prohibited in some jurisdictions Check local laws before installing tire chains Ay Caution Using non recommended tire chains or using tire chains on other sized tires can damage the suspension body 112 wheels and or brake lines Damage caused by using non recommended tire chains is not covered by the warranty A Caution Ensure that tire chains cannot touch suspension components or brake lines If you hear the chains making unusual noises that would indicate contact with Model S stop and investigate immediately Tire Pressure Monitoring Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the recommended pressures that are printed on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver s door pillar see Maintaining Tire
96. e hot 87 Y Phone Bluetooth Compatibility You can use your Bluetooth capable phone hands free in Model S provided your phone is within operating range Although Bluetooth typically supports wireless communication over distances of up to approximately 30 feet 9 meters performance can vary based on the phone you are using Before using your phone with Model S you must pair it Pairing sets up Model S to work with your Bluetooth capable phone see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 88 You can pair up to ten Bluetooth phones Model S always automatically connects to the last phone that was used provided it is within range If you want to connect to a different phone see Connecting to a Paired Phone on page 89 Note On many phones Bluetooth turns off if the phone s battery is low Note In addition to phones you can also pair Bluetooth enabled devices with Model S For example you can pair an iPod Touch or an iPad or Android tablet to stream music Pairing a Bluetooth Phone Pairing sets up Model S to work with your Bluetooth capable phone Once a phone is paired Model S can connect to it whenever the phone is within range To pair a phone follow these steps while sitting inside Model S 1 Ensure both the touchscreen and the phone are powered on 2 On the touchscreen s status bar touch the Bluetooth icon 3 On your phone enable Bluetooth and set it to discoverable 4 On the Model S touc
97. e interior lights marker lights tail lights door handle lights and puddle lights that turn on when you unlock Model S when you open a door and when you shift into Park They turn off automatically after a minute or two or when you shift into a driving gear or lock Model S 2 LIGHTS AMBIENT AUTO HIGH BEAM PARKING Driving 47 If you turn on DOME lights interior dome OFF map lights turn on when you unlock Model S open a door upon exiting or shift into P Park They turn off after 60 seconds when you lock Model S or when you shift into a driving gear You can also turn an individual dome light on or off by pressing its lens If you manually turn a dome light on it turns off when Model S powers off If Model S was PARKING already powered off when you manually turned the light on it turns off after 60 minutes ON AUTO If you turn on AMBIENT lights the lights on the door armrests turn on whenever the headlights are on If you turn on AUTO HIGH BEAM you can set the headlights to temporarily switch to low beam whenever high beams are on and light is detected in front of Model S see Headlight High Beams on page 49 DRL Daytime Running Lights operate All exterior lights headlights tail lights side marker lights parking lights and license plate lights turn off until you manually turn them back on or until the next time you drive Model S Only the side marker lights parking
98. e it A break in the wire inside the fuse indicates that the fuse has blown Note Do not replace fuses in fuse boxes 1and 4 and do not remove or replace any relays If one of these fails contact Tesla Warning Always manually power Model S off before replacing a fuse see Powering Off on page 41 A Caution Only use Tesla approved replacement fuses of the same rating and specification Using an incorrect fuse can damage the electrical system and result in a fire 4 Caution If a replacement fuse blows after installation contact Tesla to have the electrical system checked Model S Owner s Manual S a T Fuse Box 1 Note Access to fuse box 1 requires removal of components that must be performed by a Tesla service technician The following fuse list is provided only to assist you in determining if a fuse in this box needs to be replaced Contact Tesla Service if one of these fuses needs to be replaced NadO red GI c 240 73n pe 1 E i la alz i Gal HCR E sue D i M ozs eCa sO a Ti R k ca Th i es ess Fuse Rating Circuit Protected ef wa need 8 sa femmen oo 8 mA fenes 17 Electronic Parking Brake Primary 15 A Coolant Pump 2 Maintenance 127 Rating Circuit Protected Premium Audio Amplifier C or recone 128 Model S Owner s Manual Fuse Box 2 2 seal ce ova azal Se zea sz ors E zi CP aca DE aes z a Ec ait
99. e of how much energy will remain when you arrive at your destination see Predicting Energy Usage on page 91 During navigation the instrument panel also displays the turn by turn directions and you will hear spoken instructions Model S detects real time traffic conditions and automatically adjusts the estimated driving and arrival times based on traffic conditions In situations where traffic conditions will delay your estimated time of arrival and an alternate route is available Model S reroutes you to your destination You can turn this feature off by touching Controls gt Settings gt Apps gt Maps amp Navigation gt Traffic Based Routing gt Off Note Traffic based navigation is a BETA feature in Release 6 0 When you display the traffic layer on the map green traffic lines display under the route line whereas yellow and red traffic lines display on top of the route line to ensure that heavy traffic areas are easy to identify Using the Touchscreen Maps and Navigation Y Model S can also monitor traffic to your work location on weekday mornings and to your home location on weekday evenings and advise you if there is a better route in situations where traffic conditions will cause a delay You can set the time savings required before the advice is given by touching Controls gt Settings gt Apps gt Maps amp Navigation gt Min Improvement for Commute Advice Note Commute advice is available on
100. e warranty Daily Checks e Check the Battery s charge level displayed on the instrument panel e Check that all exterior lights horn turn signals and wipers and washers are working e Check the operation of the brakes including the parking brake e Check the operation of the seat belts see Seat Belts on page 20 e Look for fluid deposits underneath Model S that might indicate a leak It is normal for a small pool of water to form caused by the air conditioning system s dehumidifying process Monthly Checks e Check the mileage to determine if the tires need to be rotated every 5000 miles 8000 km and check the condition and pressure of each tire see Tire Care and Maintenance on page 109 e Check washer fluid level and top up if necessary see Topping Up Washer Fluid on page 125 e Check that the air conditioning system is operating see Climate Controls on page 80 Warning Contact Tesla immediately if you notice any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels or uneven tire wear 108 Fluid Replacement Intervals Do not change or top up Battery coolant and brake fluid yourself Tesla service technicians replace fluids at the regularly scheduled service intervals e Brake fluid Every 2 years or 25 000 miles 40 000 km whichever comes first e Battery coolant Every 5 years or 62 500 miles 100 000 km whichever comes first Note Any damage from opening the Battery coolant reservoi
101. ed above When playing a Tuneln podcast you can rewind or fast forward to any location in the podcast by dragging the slider bar on the Now Playing tab 85 Y Meo if R 1alo m ANelelle Media Settings To adjust settings for your radio stations and to log into your Internet radio account s touch Controls gt Settings gt Apps gt Media Player Favorites C To add a currently playing radio station or audio file to your Favorites list touch the Favorites icon on the Now Playing screen The icon turns blue to show that it is a favorite To remove a favorite touch the icon again Note Adding a radio station to your Favorites list also assigns it to one of the six presets if an empty preset is available Note To select a favorite radio station or audio file you can browse your list of Favorites by touching Browse gt Favorites As shown below the Favorites are sorted by their source To play the previous or next song or station in your Favorites list touch the previous or next icon on the Now Playing screen or use the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 37 To remove a favorite from the list touch the associated X Note If you remove a favorite radio station or channel that is assigned to a preset it is also removed from the preset 86 My Music amp Devices To play audio files from a USB connected flash drive or a Bluetooth
102. ed with an automatic locking retractor ALR that by pulling the seat belt beyond the length needed for a typical adult occupant locks the belt into place until the seat belt is unbuckled and the webbing is fully retracted The ALR mechanism operates as a ratchet winding in slack and preventing the seat belt from extending any further until it has been completely rewound When installing a child safety seat engage the belt s automatic locking retractor by pulling the seat belt webbing until it is fully extended The ALR system engages only when the seat belt is at its maximum extension point 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 Once disengaged the belt must be fully extended to re engage the locking mechanism whenever you install a child safety seat Always follow the detailed instructions provided by the child safety seat manufacturer General guidelines are provided below 1 Place the child safety seat in Model S and fully extend the seat belt Route and buckle the seat belt in accordance with the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions 2 Allow the seat belt to retract and remove all slack in the seat belt while firmly pushing the child safety seat into the Model S seat 3 If the seat belt retained child safety seat has an upper
103. el S to ambient temperatures above 140 F 60 C or below 22 F 30 C for more than 24 hours at a time 142 Model S Owner s Manual Wheels and Tires Y Wheel Specifications Wheel Type Location Size Offset 1 575 19 1 575 n_i 1 575 21 Silver standard 8 5J x 21 AO min _ 1 575 21 Silver and Grey optional Performance Rear 9 0J x 21 1 575 Plus vehicles 40 mm Road Wheel Nut Torque 129 Ib ft 175 Nm Requirements for dynamic wheel balance 49 ounces 14 grams Note For instructions on how to jack lift Model S see Jacking and Lifting on page 132 Wheel Alignment Values Location Air Suspension Coil Suspension Front Rear Front Rear Camber 0 754 0 85 175 035 53 035 155 0 35 Camber Split 0 00 0 20 0 00 0 00 0 20 0 00 0 50 0 50 Caster Spit 0 00 0 20 0 00 0 20 Single Wheel Toe OUT 0 05 IN 0 20 IN 0 02 OUT IN 0 19 OUT 0 15 0 05 0 08 limit IN 0 05 Cimit IN 0 05 0 12 Climit Climit Thrust Angle 0 00 030 0 00 0 80 Suspension Bolt Height Cat 213 5 Standard 230 mm 158 mm design 5mm models 144 nominal nominal 5 Mmm Performance Plus 151 5mm Specifications 143 Y Wheels and Tires Tire Specifications Tire Type Location Size 19 wheels 85 kWh vehicles Michelin P245 45R19 19 wheels 60 kWh vehicles All P245 45R19 Standard Goodyear Optional Michelin 21 wheels Conti
104. el on page 123 e Printed on the Vehicle Certification label located on the driver s side door pillar Can be seen when the driver s door is open Emission Control Label The emission control label is located on the opening face of the liftgate VEHICLE ERSSON CONTROL INFORMATION INFORMATIONS SUR LE CONTR LE DES EMISSIONS OU VEHICULE worms We YOM OORFONE X CPR RESARLLOMS BFP ARLS Ter shih 134 Model S Owner s Manual Vehicle Loading Y Load Capacity Labeling It is important to understand how much weight your Model S can safely carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and any additional equipment added to your Model S since it was manufactured There are two labels attached to Model S that state how much weight it can safely carry These labels are located on the center door pillar and are visible when the driver s door is Tire and Loading Information label Vehicle Certification label 1 2 Warning Overloading Model S has an adverse effect on braking and handling which can compromise your safety or damage Model S gt Caution Never load more than 300 Ibs 136 kg in the front trunk Doing so can cause damage gt Caution Never store large amounts of liquid in Model S A significant spill can cause electrical components to malfunction Specifications Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Informat
105. er right corner of the Media Player window You can manually tune the radio to any frequency by touching and dragging the channel selector bar on the Now Playing screen The channel selector bar allows you to move from one available radio station to the next XM Radio If Model S is equipped with the optional sound studio package you can listen to XM radio a subscription based satellite radio service To receive XM radio channels you must provide the radio service provider with the radio ID for your touchscreen To view the radio ID 1 Select the XM radio source 2 Tune it to channel O 3 The Radio ID displays in the station information area To select an XM radio channel you can either manually scroll through the channel numbers or you can browse the channels by category To browse by category touch Browse gt Radio gt XM Satellite Radio Note On newer models XM radio is available only if Model S is equipped with both the optional sound studio package and the panoramic roof To optimize aerodynamics Model S does not have an external antenna The internal antenna is compatible only with the transparent panoramic roof Using the Touchscreen Internet Radio Internet radio services are accessed over a data connection To use Internet radio touch Media gt Browse gt Internet Choose your desired Internet radio service for example Tuneln then browse through the available categories and or stations
106. er Profiles Cor by touching the driver icon on the touchscreen s status bar and touching Create Driver Profile Enter the driver name and touch Create Profile If you change the position of the steering wheel driver s seat or driver s side mirror after you have saved a profile the touchscreen prompts you to save the new position or restore the previously saved position other preferences are automatically saved To use a setting without saving or restoring just ignore the prompt Restoring a Driver s Profile D To adjust Model S based on a M drivers profile touch the driver profile icon located to the left side of the Tesla T on the touchscreen s status bar Then choose the driver and the saved adjustments are automatically made Saved Driver Settings To see what settings are associated with your driver profile touch Controls gt Settings gt Driver Profiles Then touch See what s saved A popup window lists the settings that are associated with a driver profile These settings vary depending on the version of software currently running in Model S 56 Model S Owner s Manual Steering Wheel Y Adjusting Position Adjust the steering wheel to the desired driving position by moving the control on the left side of the steering column Warning Do not make adjustments while driving Adjusting Sensitivity You can adjust the feel and sensitivity of the steering system to suit your pers
107. es for winter conditions is important to ensure the safety and optimum performance of your Model S even when equipped with dual motors All Season Tires Your Model S may be originally equipped with all season tires These tires are designed to provide adequate traction in most conditions year round but may not provide the same level of traction as winter tires in snowy or icy conditions All season tires can be identified by ALL SEASON and or M S mud and snow on the tire sidewall Y Tire Care and Maintenance Winter Tires Your Model S is not originally equipped with winter tires In snowy and icy conditions consider installing winter tires Winter tires are designed to increase traction in snowy or icy conditions When installing winter tires always install a complete set of four tires at the same time Winter tires must be the same size brand construction and tread pattern on all four wheels Contact Tesla for winter tire recommendations Winter tires can be identified by a mountain snowflake symbol on the tire s sidewall When driving with winter tires you may experience more road noise shorter tread life and less traction on dry roads Driving in Low Temperatures Tire performance is reduced in low ambient temperatures resulting in reduced grip and an increased susceptibility to damage from impacts Performance tires can temporarily harden when cold causing you to hear rotational noise for th
108. f Drive e The driver s seat belt is unbuckled e A door is opened e The view from the radar sensor or camera is obstructed This could be caused by dirt mud ice snow fog etc e The traction control setting is manually disabled or is repeatedly engaging to prevent wheels from slipping e The wheels are spinning while at a standstill 64 e The cruise control system is failing and requires service When Traffic Aware Cruise Control is unavailable or cancels all cruise control functionality is unavailable Model S no longer drives consistently at a set speed and no longer maintains a specified distance from the vehicle ahead A Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control can cancel unexpectedly at any time for unforeseen reasons Always watch the road in front of you and stay prepared to take appropriate action It is the driver s responsibility to be in control of Model S at all times Limitations Traffic Aware Cruise Control is particularly unlikely to operate as intended in the following types of situations e The road has sharp curves e Visibility is poor due to heavy rain snow fog etc e Bright light oncoming headlights or direct sunlight is interfering with the camera s view e The radar sensor in the center of the front grill is obstructed dirty covered etc e The windshield area in the camera s field of view is obstructed fogged over dirty covered by a sticker etc 4 Caution If y
109. filter at the regularly scheduled maintenance intervals of every 12 months or every 12 500 miles 20 000 km 82 Climate Control Operating Tips To conserve energy you can limit the power of the climate control system by turning on Range Mode Cabin heating and cooling may be less effective but seat heaters turn on to compensate Touch Controls gt Driving gt Range Mode If the climate control system operates more loudly than you prefer reduce the fan speed or adjust the air flow to draw in outside air instead of recirculating In addition to cooling the interior the air conditioning system also cools the Battery Therefore in hot weather the air conditioning system can turn on even if you turned it off This is normal because the system s priority is to cool the Battery to ensure it stays within an optimum temperature range to support long life and optimum performance To ensure the climate control system operates efficiently close all windows and ensure that the exterior grill in front of the windshield is free of ice snow leaves and other debris To reduce the time it takes to reach a comfortable temperature in hot weather drive with the windows slightly open for a few minutes when you first start driving In very humid conditions it is normal for the windshield to fog slightly when you first turn on the air conditioning This fog clears within a few seconds It is normal for a small pool of water to
110. flation has not reached the level Model S Owner s Manual Tire Care and Maintenance Y for the TPMS to trigger the Tire Pressure Warning on the instrument panel Resetting the TPMS Sensors After replacing one or more wheels the TPMS sensors must be reset to ensure tire pressure warnings are accurate However note that the TPMS sensors do not need to be reset after replacing a tire or rotating wheels Note When changing to 21 wheels Performance Plus models the TPMS may generate false tire pressure warnings Bring Model S to a Tesla Service center for further adjustment Note Do not reset the TPMS sensors in an attempt to clear tire pressure warnings To reset TPMS sensors 1 Inflate all tires to their recommend pressures as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver s door pillar 2 Get ready to drive for ten minutes then on the Model S touchscreen touch Controls gt Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Tire Pressure Monitor gt Reset Sensors 3 Follow the onscreen instructions Replacing a Tire Sensor If the Tire Pressure warning indicator displays frequently contact Tesla to determine if a tire sensor needs to be replaced Tire sensors must be replaced by a Tesla service technician who can perform a brief setup procedure If a non Tesla service center repairs or replaces a tire the tire sensor will not work until Tesla performs the setup procedure TPMS M
111. from 13 the back of the compressor and plug it into the 12V power socket located on the 14 front of center console 5 Release the clear plastic hose from the 15 tire compressor 6 Remove the red cap and screw the end of the hose onto the tire s valve Maintenance Attach the sealant kit s black air hose to the sealant valve and press the lever down to secure it in place Ensure the compressor is lying on a level surface with the pressure gauge facing to the side as shown in Step 5 Turn on the compressor Inflate the tire to the recommended pressure Turn off the compressor and disconnect the hose from the tire s valve Wipe any excess sealant from the tire valve and wheel rim Immediately drive for 5 miles 8 km to distribute the sealant around the tire Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Stop and check the tire s pressure If necessary inflate using the black air hose Have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible Replace the tire repair sealant canister see Replacing the Sealant Canister on page 117 5 Temporary Tire Repair Inflating with Air Only If you have a Tesla tire repair kit follow these steps to inflate a tire with air 1 Detach the power supply connector from the rear of the compressor and plug it into the 12V power socket located in Model S on the front of center console 2 Release the black air hose from the compressor 3 Attach the air hose
112. g a Bluetooth Phone If you want to disconnect your phone and use it again later simply touch Disconnect on the Bluetooth settings screen If you do not want to use your phone with Model S again touch Forget This Device Once you forget a device you need to pair it again if you want to use it with Model S see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 88 Note Your phone automatically disconnects whenever you leave Model S Model S Owner s Manual Connecting to a Paired Phone Model S automatically connects with the last phone to which it was connected provided it is within operating range and has Bluetooth turned on If the last phone is not within range it attempts to connect with the next phone that it has been paired with To connect to a different phone touch the Bluetooth icon on the touchscreen s status bar The Bluetooth window displays a list of paired phones Choose the phone you want to connect to then touch Connect If the phone you want to connect to is not listed follow the instructions on Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 88 When connected the Model S touchscreen displays the Bluetooth symbol next to the phone name to show that the connection is active Making a Phone Call You can make a phone call by e Speaking a voice command For details see Using Voice Commands on page 38 e Choosing a contact from your contact list described above e Using the Model S on screen dialer To make a phone c
113. g wheel buttons to operate the audio system You can also press and roll the scroll wheel to change what displays on the left side of the instrument panel see Steering Wheel on page 37 3 Pay attention to important status messages that display here 4 All indicator lights flash on briefly when you press the brake to prepare to drive They should then turn off unless the light applies to a current situation see Indicator Lights on page 44 5 Use the right steering wheel buttons for voice commands to handle telephone calls and to control some features of Model S You can customize what features the scroll wheel can control see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 38 Door lock status Odometer Outside temperature Total estimated driving distance or energy available Instead of driving distance as shown here you can display the percentage of battery energy remaining To do so touch Controls gt Settings gt Units amp Format gt Energy amp Charging see Settings on page 77 O MND Note When anticipating when you need to charge use range estimates as a general guideline only Note In cold weather some of the stored energy in the Battery may not be available on your drive because the Battery is too cold When this happens a portion of the Battery meter is blue and the driving distance value has a snowflake image next to it If Model S is plugged in you can heat your Battery using wall power by turning on clim
114. ge 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 using the seat belts Do not use the LATCH system to secure booster seats even in situations where the booster seat is equipped with the LATCH system Installing Child Safety Seats There are two general methods used to install child safety seats e Seat belt retained these seats are secured using the vehicle s seat belts see Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats on page 25 e LATCH retained these seats can attach to anchor bars built into the vehicle s rear seats see Installing LATCH Child Seats on page 26 Check the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions and the table on Child Safety Seats on page 23 to determine which installation method to use Some child safety seats can be installed using either method Always follow the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats First make sure that the child falls into the correct weight range for the seat Avoid dressing the child in bulky clothing and do not place any objects between the child and the restraint system Adjust harnesses for every child every trip Seating and Safety Restraints To securely hold child safety seats all passenger seating positions are equipp
115. ghts and turn signals flash To deactivate the alarm press any button on the key TO manually enable or disable the alarm system touch Controls gt Settings gt Safety amp Security gt Alarm When set to on Model S activates its alarm one minute after the doors lock and a recognized key is no longer detected nearby Using the Touchscreen 95 HomeLink Universal Transceiver About HomeLink If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package you can program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver to operate up to three garage doors gates lights and security systems that can transmit Radio Frequency RF signals Programming HomeLink 1 Park Model S in front of the device you want to program and have the device s remote control ready 2 Touch Controls gt Settings gt HomeLink on the touchscreen 3 Touch Add New HomeLink then use the onscreen keyboard to enter a name for your HomeLink device 4 Touch Program 5 Follow the onscreen instructions Once programmed you can operate the device by touching its corresponding HomeLink icon on the touchscreen s status bar HomeLink remembers the location of your programmed devices When you approach a known location the HomeLink control on the touchscreen automatically drops down When you drive away it disappears Note For security reasons erase your HomeLink settings if you sell Model S A Warning Your device might open or close during pro
116. ging particularly at high currents the refrigerant compressor and the fan operate as needed to keep the Battery cool Therefore it is normal to hear sounds during charging Solid Amber Blinkin Stopping Charging g You can stop charging at any time by Amber disconnecting the charge cable or touching Stop Charging on the touchscreen To disconnect the charge cable 1 Press and hold the button on a Tesla connector to release the latch 2 Pull the connector from the charge port 3 Push the charge port door closed Note To prevent unauthorized unplugging of the charge cable Model S must be unlocked or able to recognize a key before you can disconnect the charge cable Note Model S stops charging whenever you double click the key If you do not unplug within 60 seconds charging resumes A Caution Tesla strongly recommends leaving Model S plugged in when not in use This maintains the Battery at the optimum level of charge Charging Charging Model S Y Charge Port Light The charge port door is open and Model S is ready to charge The connector either hasn t been inserted yet or the latch is released and the connector is ready to be removed Charging is complete Charging is in progress As Model S approaches a full charge the frequency of the blinking is slower Model S detects that a connector has been plugged in but charging has not started Either Model S is preparing to charge or
117. gramming Before programming make sure that the device is clear of any people or objects Warning Do not use the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with a garage door that does not meet safety standards A garage door opener that cannot detect an object in its path and then automatically stop and reverse does not meet these standards Using a garage door opener without these features increases the risk of injury or death Troubleshooting HomeLink When programming a HomeLink device the touchscreen steps you through a two part programming process e First Model S records the signal from the remote The touchscreen instructs you to stand in front of the car point the remote at the front bumper and press and hold the button until the headlights flash 96 When headlights flash Model S has learned the remote and you can touch Continue on the touchscreen If the headlights do not flash refer to the guidelines below Next the device s receiver learns Model S The touchscreen instructs you to press the LEARN button on the garage door or gate s receiver If training the receiver does not work refer to the guidelines below NOTE Only devices that are equipped with a rolling code remote need to learn Model S If you have a very old device that is not equipped with a rolling code remote the device does not need to learn Model S and you can skip this part You can also skip this step if your receiver is Quick Train c
118. gs It is not designed to detect the edge of a road It is the driver s responsibility to drive attentively and stay within the boundaries of the driving lane A Caution If your Model S is equipped with Lane Departure Warning you must take your vehicle to Tesla Service if a windshield replacement is needed Failure to do so can cause Lane Departure Warning to malfunction Controlling Lane Departure Warning To turn Lane Departure Warning on or off touch Controls gt Settings gt Driver Assistance gt Lane Assist Limitations and Inaccuracies Lane Departure Warning can not always clearly detect lane markings and you may experience unnecessary or invalid warnings in these situations e Visibility is poor and lane markings are not clearly visible due to heavy rain snow fog etc e Bright light oncoming headlights or direct sunlight is interfering with the camera s view e Model S is being driven very close toa vehicle in front of it which is blocking the camera s view e The windshield area in the camera s field of view is obstructed fogged over dirty covered by a sticker etc e Lane markings are excessively worn or have been adjusted due to road construction e Lane markings are changing quickly for example lanes branching off crossing over or merging e The road is narrow or winding e Objects or landscape features are casting strong shadows on lane markers 57 Y Forward Collision Warning
119. h No Power If Model S has no electrical power front doors open as usual using the interior door handles To open the rear doors fold back the edge of the carpet below the rear seats to expose the mechanical release cable Pull the mechanical release cable toward the center 8 Model S Owner s Manual Windows Y Opening and Closing Locking Rear Windows Press down on a switch to lower the To prevent passengers from using the rear associated window all the way down Window window switches press the rear window lock switches operate at two levels To lower a switch The switch light turns on To unlock window partially hold the switch and release rear windows press the switch again when the window is at the desired position Warning To ensure safety it is recommended that you lock the rear windows whenever children are seated in the rear seats Similarly pull a switch to raise the associated A window This also operates at two levels when raising hold the switch and release when the window is at the desired position A Warning Never leave children Warning Before closing a power window unattended in Models it is the driver s responsibility to ensure that all occupants especially children do not have any body parts extended through the window s opening Failure to do so can cause serious injury A Warning When leaving Model S always take your key with you Leaving the key in Model S allows
120. he key think of the key as a miniature version of Model S with the Tesla badge representing the front The key has three buttons that feel like softer areas on the surface Trunk e Double click to open the rear trunk e If Model S is equipped with a powered liftgate double click to close the rear trunk You can also single click to stop the liftgate when it is moving e Hold the button down for 1 2 seconds to open the charge port door Lock Unlock All N Double click to unlock doors and the rear trunk Hazard warning lights flash twice and door handles extend e Single click to lock doors and trunks Call doors and trunks must be closed Hazard warning lights flash once and door handles retract 3 Front trunk also called the frunk e Double click to open the front trunk You do not need to point the key at Model S but you must be within operating range which varies depending on the strength of the key s battery If Model S is unable to detect the key the touchscreen displays a message indicating that a key is not inside Place the key where Model S can best detect it which is below the 12V power socket see Key Not Inside on page 41 Model S Owner s Manual D010 E gt Y Radio equipment on a similar frequency can affect the key If this happens move the key at least one foot 30 cm away from other electronic devices phone laptop etc If the key does not work you may need to ch
121. he mobile app The mobile app can then periodically Cand automatically send calendar data from your phone to Model S Also whenever you display the mobile app on your phone updated calendar data is sent to Model S e Your phone is connected to Model S via Bluetooth for privacy reasons calendar data displays only from a phone that is connected via Bluetooth e Remote access to Model S is turned on touch Controls gt Settings gt Safety amp Security gt Remote Access gt On e Both your phone and Model S have good connectivity When you enter Model S the touchscreen can display a reminder of the day s events You can customize if and when your calendar events are displayed by touching Controls gt Settings gt Apps gt Calendar gt Show Calendar Upon Entry To view scheduled events for the next 48 hours choose the Calendar app from the main touchscreen window The Calendar app displays events in chronological order Karen s Birthday 6 30 pen Tentative Tennis Club Christmas Potluck O 7200 pm Chris Klemins B i 8 00 pr Mike Reynolds E 1 y FIGOTA 9200 pen Kelly Sturgess o 1000m Call Carolyn Bhd an Or Fuhrman 1 If the calendar event includes an address a navigation arrow displays to indicate that you can touch the address to navigate to the event s location Cif your Model S is equipped with the Navigation option 2 If the calendar event includes a phone number you can touch the number to
122. he seat back and seat cushion Cargo interfering with the seat Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the status of the airbags based on the weight of the occupant Passenger airbag status displays in the top right corner of the touchscreen to indicate e After market items attached to or sitting whether the airbag will inflate on or not on the seat covers mats blankets etc inflate off if a collision occurs These conditions can interfere with the occupancy sensor If you have eliminated the above possibilities and the airbag status is still incorrect ask passengers to ride in the rear seats and contact Tesla to have the airbag system checked Note The front passenger seat s sensing system affects the operation of the passenger front and side airbags only Other passenger curtain airbag is not affected Warning Never seat a child in a child safety seat or a booster seat on the front passenger seat when the airbags are activated Note The occupancy sensor system meets the a regulatory requirement of FMVSS 208 and Warning Do not use seat covers on automatically detects when inflating the Model S Doing so could restrict passenger front airbags would be unnecessary deployment of the side air bags if an or potentially harmful accident occurs It can also reduce the accuracy of the occupant detection Front passenger seat Passenger airbag system occupancy status
123. heel anti lock braking system ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution Integrated Advanced Stability Control and Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system Calipers Four piston fixed Front 13 98 355 mm Rotor Diameters ventilated Rear 14 37 365 mm New 1 26 32 mm Front Rotor thickness Service limit 1 18 30 mm l New 1 10 28 mm Rear Rotor thickness Service limit 1 02 26 mm New 0 354 9 0 mm Front Brake Pad Thickness excluding back plate Service limit 0 078 2 mm New 0 315 8 0 mm Rear Brake Pad Thickness excluding back plate Service limit 0 078 2 mm Electronic Parking Brake EPB Pad Thickness New 0 216 5 5 mm excluding back plate Electronic calipers self adjust for pad wear Service limit 0 039 1 mm Parking brake Electrically actuated parking brake calipers Suspension Front Independent double wishbone air spring or coil spring telescopic damper sway bar Independent multi link air spring or coil spring telescopic damper sway bar air suspension vehicles only For alignment values see Wheel Alignment Values on page 143 Battery 12V Voltage and Polarity 12V negative ground Specifications 141 vv Subsystems Battery High Voltage Type Liquid cooled lithium ion Li ion Rating 60 or 85 kWh at beginning of life Voltage and Polarity 366V DC negative ground Temperature Range Do not expose Mod
124. hen the hazard warning flashers are operating Flashes green when the right turn signal is operating Both turn signal indicators flash green when the hazard warning flashers are operating Traffic Aware Cruise Control is operating and is maintaining the set speed CRUISE because it is not actively tracking a vehicle in front See Traffic Aware Cruise Control on page 60 Traffic Aware Cruise Control is actively tracking a vehicle and will decelerate accelerate as needed to maintain your chosen following distance See Traffic Aware Cruise Control on page 60 Traffic Aware Cruise Control is in a Hold state because Model S came to a standstill behind a vehicle in front You will need to resume cruise See Traffic Aware Cruise Control on page 60 Traffic Aware Cruise Control is in a Hold state because Model came toa HOLD standstill but a vehicle is not detected in front You will need to resume cruise See Traffic Aware Cruise Control on page 60 Model S is in Tow mode and can roll freely It does not automatically shift into Park when you exit See Instructions for Transporters on page 150 bP wlae s 46 Model S Owner s Manual Controlling Lights Touch Controls on the bottom corner of the touchscreen to control most of the lights In addition to the lights that you can control from the touchscreen Model S has convenience lights that turn on and off automatically based on what you are doing For example you will notic
125. hen there is light detected in front of Model S To turn this feature on touch Controls gt Auto High Beam Note Your chosen setting is retained until you manually change it It can also be saved in your driver profile In situations where high beams are turned off because Auto High Beam is turned on and light is detected in front of Model S you can temporarily turn high beams on by pulling the lever all the way toward you The following indicator lights are visible on the instrument panel when high beams are turned on High beams are turned on and D either the vehicle is not equipped with Auto High Beam or Auto High Beam is turned off 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 Model S LLN High beams are temporarily turned off because Auto High Beam is on and is detecting light in front of Model S When light is no longer detected the high beams automatically turn back on miN 2 To flash the headlight high beams pull the lever fully toward you and release Warning Auto High Beam is an aid only and is subject to limitations and system issues It is the driver s responsibility to make sure that the headlights are always Driving adjusted as appropriate for the weather conditions and driving circumstances 49 Headlights After Exit When you stop driving and park Model S in low lighting conditions the exter
126. hscreen touch Start Search The touchscreen searches then displays the list of all available Bluetooth devices within operating distance 5 On the Model S touchscreen touch the phone with which you want to pair Within a few seconds the touchscreen displays a randomly generated number and your phone should display the same number 6 Check that the number displayed on your phone matches the number displayed on the touchscreen Then on your phone confirm that you want to pair 88 When paired Model S automatically connects to the phone and the touchscreen displays the Bluetooth symbol next to the phone s name to show that the connection is active Importing Contacts Once paired you can use the Bluetooth settings screen to specify whether you want to allow access to your phone s contacts and recent calls If access is turned on you can see your list of contacts on the Model S touchscreen Touch Phone gt Contacts You can then touch a contact to dial its phone number or navigate to its address Note Before contacts can be imported you may need to either set your phone to allow syncing or respond to a popup on your phone to confirm that it is OK to sync contacts This varies depending on the type of phone you are using For details refer to the owner documentation provided with your phone If access is turned on imported information is displayed when you touch the contacts tab on the Phone app Unpairin
127. iler and Secure the Wheels Secure wheels using chocks and tie down straps e Ensure any metal parts on the tie down straps do not contact painted surfaces or the face of the wheels Do not place straps over body panels or through the wheels A Caution Attaching straps to the chassis suspension or other parts of the vehicle s body may cause damage A Caution To prevent damage do not transport Model S with the tires directly on the ground 152 Model S Owner s Manual About this Owner Information Illustrations Illustrations are provided for demonstration purposes only Depending on vehicle options software version region of purchase and specific vehicle settings your Model S may appear slightly different Although the owner information is applicable to both right hand drive and left hand drive vehicles many illustrations show only left hand drive vehicles However the essential information that the illustrations are providing is correct Errors or Inaccuracies All specifications and descriptions are known to be accurate at time of publishing However because continuous improvement is a goal at Tesla we reserve the right to make product modifications at any time To communicate any inaccuracies or omissions or to provide general feedback or suggestions regarding the quality of this owner information send an email to ownersmanualfeedback teslamotors com Location of Components The owner inf
128. imm ka Lr ar a Bi ia a a taat 7 Note Jack mode cancels when Model S is driven over 4 5 mph 7 km h Warning If your Model S is equipped with Smart Air Suspension it automatically self levels even when power is off You MUST disable this system by engaging Jack mode before lifting or jacking If you do not disable Smart Air Suspension Model S can attempt to self level causing serious damage bodily injury or death Warning Never raise Model S when the charge cable is connected even if charging is not in progress Warning Do not work on an incorrectly supported vehicle Doing so can cause serious damage bodily injury or death A Caution DO NOT lift from under the Battery Place the lift arm pads under the body rails only The locations illustrated are the only approved lifting points for Model S Lifting at any other points can cause damage Damage caused by lifting Model S is not covered by the warranty Model S Owner s Manual Parts and Accessories Y Parts Accessories and Modifications Use only genuine Tesla parts and accessories Tesla performs rigorous testing on parts to ensure their suitability safety and reliability Purchase these parts from Tesla where they are professionally installed and where you can receive expert advice about modifications to Model S Tesla is unable to assess parts manufactured by other distributors and therefore accepts no responsibility if you use non Te
129. in active to ensure maximum Although the traction control system safety automatically reactivates the next time you start Model S it is strongly recommended that you enable it immediately after the circumstances that required you to disable it have passed On standard Model S vehicles traction control can be turned off at any time Turn it off only in circumstances where you deliberately want the wheels to spin such as when Model S is stuck in snow or mud On a dual motor Model S you can enable slip start to allow the wheels to spin at a limited speed Slip start can be enabled only when Model S is moving 20 mph 32 km h or slower Slip start automatically disables when the speed exceeds 40 mph 64 km h This indicator displays on the amp instrument panel whenever the traction control system is actively controlling brake pressure and motor power to minimize wheel spin A Warning Traction control can not prevent accidents caused by driving dangerously or turning too sharply at high speeds Allowing Wheel Slip Under normal conditions the traction control system should remain enabled Disable it only in circumstances where you deliberately want the wheels to spin such as e Starting on a loose surface such as gravel or snow e Driving in deep snow sand or mud e Rocking out of a hole or deep rut To allow the wheels to spin on a standard single motor Model S touch Controls gt Driving gt Traction Control
130. including mirrors 2 189 mm Overall Width excluding mirrors 1 963 mm 2 estas Sm 8G Track Front 1 661 mm Track Rear 1 699 mm 138 Model S Owner s Manual Dimensions and Weights Y Weights Curb Weight 85 kWh Battery 4 630 Ibs 2 100 kg Curb Weight 60 kWh Battery 4 407 Ibs 1 999 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 5 710 Ibs 2 590 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Distribution Front 2 425 Ibs Pront TIOO KO 19 wheels Rear 3 285 Ibs Rear 1 490 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Distribution Front 2 612 Ibs Front 1 185 kg 21 wheels Rear 3 097 lbs Rear 1 405 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating Front 2 813 Ibs 1 276 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating Front Performance Plus models aes 1 235 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating Rear 19 3 307 Ibs 1 500 kg wheels Gross Axle Weight Rating Rear 21 3 131 Ibs 1 420 kg wheels Trailer Towing Not permissible Curb Weight weight of the vehicle with correct fluid levels no occupants and no cargo Specifications 139 vv Subsystems Motor Type AC induction motor liquid cooled with variable frequency drive Maximum Speed 16000 rom Transmission Type Single speed fixed gear Overall Final Drive Ratio 9 7311 Reverse Gear Reverse direction of motor limited to 24 km h Steering Rack and pinion with electronic power steering Variable ratio and speed sensitive Turning Circle curb to curb 11 5 metres 140 Model S Owner s Manual Subsystems Y Brakes 4 w
131. ing and Closing Opening with No Power If Model S has no electrical power you can open the rear trunk from inside Use the mechanical release cable located on the underside of the liftgate next to the interior light FEFEFE ee E 1 Remove the cover by pulling its lower edge very firmly toward you Pull the cable to release the latch Push the liftgate open Ww N S a Y Front Trunk Opening Closing To open the front trunk The Model S body is made of lightweight aluminum Therefore the hood is not heavy touchscreen or double click the front enough to lateh under its Own weight and applying pressure on the front edge or center trunk button on the key of the hood can cause damage To close the e Pull the hood up hood e Touch Controls gt Front Trunk on the e Lower the hood fully until it touches the latch e Place both hands on the front of the hood in the areas shown then press down firmly to engage the latches e Lift the front edge of the hood to ensure it is fully closed m The door open indicator displays on fan the instrument panel when the front trunk is open The image of the Model S on the touchscreen Controls window also displays the open trunk To open the front trunk in the unlikely situation in which Model S has no electrical power see Opening with No Power on page 13 A Caution To prevent damage e Apply pressure only to the green areas illustrated above A
132. io file that was currently active on your device and the touchscreen displays the Now Playing screen To change the track playing touch the previous or next icons on the touchscreen or use the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel Note To play media from a Bluetooth connected device ensure that access to the device s media is turned on See Phone on page 88 Model S Owner s Manual USB Connections Your Model S has two USB connections located on the front of the center console that you can use to connect USB devices You can also use these connections to charge USB devices To play audio files stored on a connected USB drive see My Music amp Devices on page 86 Note Do not connect multiple devices using a USB hub This can prevent connected devices from charging or from being recognized by the touchscreen Using the Touchscreen Meo if R 1alo WANT lle Y 12V Power Socket Your Model S has a power socket located on the front of the center console Power from the socket is available whenever the instrument panel and touchscreen are on The 12V power socket is suitable for accessories requiring up to 15A or a maximum of 180 watts Note In situations where Model S is unable to detect the key low battery interference etc place it immediately below the 12V power socket where Model S can best detect it Warning The power socket and an accessory s connector can becom
133. ion label provides The maximum number of occupant seating positions e The maximum vehicle capacity weight e The size of the original tires e The cold inflation pressures for the Original front and rear tires These pressures are recommended to optimize ride and handling characteristics United States cz TEE AAD LOADING MERANI SEATING CAPACITY TOTALS FRONT 2 REAR 3 THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XIX KG OR XX0OL 1X LBS SEATING CAPACITY MOMERE DE PLACES TOTAL 5 _FRONT AVANT 2 REARJARRIERE 3 THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED LE POIDS TOTAL DES OCCUPANTS ET DU CHARGEMENT NE DOTT JAMAIS DEPASSER TIRE PNEU FRONT AVANT REAR ARRIERE SPARE DE SECOURS ee TAILLE DES PNEUS D ORIGINE ERAS MES AA RESSURS Never change this label even if you use different tires in the future Note If Model S is loaded to its full capacity double check all tires to ensure they are inflated to their recommended pressure levels 135 Y Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label The Vehicle Certification label provides e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The maximum allowable total mass of Model S This is calculated as the weight of Model S all passengers fluids and cargo e GAWRFRT and GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front and rear axles The GAWR is the maximum distributed weight that each axle can s
134. ior lights automatically turn on They automatically turn off after two minutes or when you lock Model S You can turn this feature on and off using the touchscreen Touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Headlights After Exit Cornering Lights If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package LED cornering lights broaden the beam of the headlights when you drive through a corner 50 Turn Signals Move the left hand steering column lever up before turning right or down before turning left The turn signals stop operating when canceled by the steering wheel or when you return the lever to the central position g The corresponding turn signal indicator lights up on the instrument panel when a turn signal is operating You also hear a clicking sound Warning If Model S is equipped with both Autopilot and the Tech Package option engaging a turn signal can cause Model S to accelerate when using Traffic Aware Cruise Control in specific situations See Overtake Acceleration on page 63 Lane Change Flash To indicate a lane change quickly press the lever up or down against the spring pressure then release The corresponding turn signal flashes three times Hazard Warning Flashers To turn on the hazard warning flashers press the button located on the side of the touchscreen closest to the steering wheel All turn signals flash Press again to turn off Note Hazard warning flashers o
135. ith the webbing half unreeled hold the tongue plate and pull forward quickly The mechanism should lock automatically and prevent further unreeling 1 With the seat belt fastened give the If a seat belt fails any of these tests contact Tesla immediately Seat Belt Warnings A Warning Seat belts should be worn by all occupants at all times even if driving for a very short distance Failure to do so increases the risk of injury or death if an accident occurs 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 Warning Secure small children in a A Warning Once the seat belt pre suitable child safety seat Always follow tensioners have been activated they the child ene seat a must be replaced After any accident instructions when installing have the airbags seat belt pre tensioners Warning Ensure that all seat belts are and any associated components checked worn correctly An improperly worn seat and if necessary replaced belt increases the risk of injury or death if an accident occurs A Warning Do not wear seat belts over hard fragile or sharp items in clothing such as pens keys eyeglasses etc The pressure from the seat belt on such items can cause injury A Warning Seat belts should not be worn with any part of the strap twisted A Warning Each
136. ity decreases or increases respectively Driver and one passenger Description Total Vehicle capacity weight 954 Ibs 433 kg Subtract occupant weight 300 Ibs 2 x 150 lIbs 68 kg 136 kg Available cargo weight 654 lbs 297 kg Model S Owner s Manual Vehicle Loading Y Driver and four passengers Description Total Vehicle capacity weight 954 Ibs 433 kg Subtract occupant weight 5 x 750 Ibs 150 Ibs 68 kg 340 kg Available cargo weight 204 Ibs 93 kg The available cargo or luggage weight should then be distributed between the front and rear trunks A Caution Do not exceed the maximum front trunk load weight of 300 Ibs 136 kg Towing a Trailer Warning Do not use Model S for towing purposes Model S does not support a trailer hitch Installing one could cause damage and increase the risk of an accident A Caution Using Model S for towing may void the warranty Roof Racks If Model S is equipped with the all glass panoramic roof you can carry up to 75 kg using a Tesla approved roof rack see Parts and Accessories on page 133 A Model S equipped with a solid aluminum roof is incompatible with roof racks A Caution Damage caused by roof racks is not covered by the warranty A Caution Do not use roof racks or place any load on the roof of a Model S that is equipped with a solid aluminum roof Doing so can cause significant damage Specifications 137 Overall Width
137. ive slightly closer than your selected distance Acceleration cancels when e You reach your set cruising speed e Changing lanes takes too long e Model S gets too close to the vehicle ahead OR e You disengage the turn signal To turn Overtake Acceleration on or off touch Controls gt Settings gt Driver Assistance gt Overtake Acceleration When Overtake Acceleration is turned off engaging a turn signal when Traffic Aware Cruise Control is active does not increase your driving speed Note Overtake Acceleration occurs when you either fully engage the turn signal or you hold the turn signal in the momentary position partially engaged When you release or disengage the turn signal Model S stops accelerating in the same way as when you release the accelerator pedal and resumes the set speed cancel for many unforeseen reasons in addition to those listed above Stay alert and never depend on Overtake Acceleration to increase your driving speed Warning Overtake Acceleration increases your driving soeed whenever the appropriate turn signal is engaged even when it may not be your intention to overtake the vehicle you are following Although Traffic Aware Cruise Control maintains a safe driving distance from the vehicle ahead it is the driver s responsibility to drive safely and stay in control of the vehicle at all times Warning Model S uses its onboard GPS Global Positioning System to determine if you a
138. iver Assistance gt Forward Collision Warning Instead of the default warning level of Medium you can turn the warning Off or you can choose to be warned Late or Early Note Your chosen setting is retained until you manually change it It can also be saved in your driver profile Limitations Forward Collision Warning cannot always detect vehicles bikes or pedestrians and you may experience unnecessary inaccurate invalid or missed warnings for many reasons particularly if e The road has sharp curves Model S Owner s Manual Driving Visibility is poor due to heavy rain snow fog etc Bright light oncoming headlights or direct sunlight is interfering with the camera s view The radar sensor in the center of the front grill is obstructed dirty covered etc The windshield area in the camera s field of view is obstructed fogged over dirty covered by a sticker etc Warning The list above does not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper operation of Forward Collision Warning Forward Collision Warning may fail to provide warnings for many other reasons To avoid a collision stay alert and always pay attention to the area in front of Model S so you can anticipate the need to take corrective action as early as possible Forward Collision Warning 59 Y Traffic Aware Cruise Control Traffic Aware Cruise Control uses a camera mounted on the windshield
139. key and receiver Starting and Powering Off Always keep the key with you After driving you need it to restart Model S after it powers off And when you leave Model S you must bring it with you to lock Model S either manually or automatically see Walk away Locking on page 7 Powering Off When you finish driving shift into Park by pressing the button on the end of the gear selector The parking brake automatically engages and all systems keep operating When you leave Model S with the key it powers off automatically turning off the touchscreen and instrument panel Model S also powers off automatically after being in Park for 15 minutes even if you are sitting in the driver s seat Although usually not needed you can power off Model S while you are still sitting in the driver s seat Touch Controls gt E Brake amp Power Off gt Power Off Model S automatically powers back on again if you press the brake or touch anywhere on the touchscreen Note Model S automatically shifts into Park whenever you leave the vehicle even if you shift into Neutral before exiting To keep Model S in Neutral see Leaving Model S in Neutral Tow Mode on page 42 Y 41 Shifting Gears When Model S is in Park you must press the brake to shift to another gear Move the lever up or down to change gears If you try to shift into a gear that the current driving speed prohibits you will hear a chime and the gear d
140. l start charging as soon as you plug it in as long as you are plugging it in within six hours of the scheduled time If you plug in after six hours Model S does not start charging until the scheduled time on the next day To override this setting touch Start Charging or Stop Charging see item 4 When you set a scheduled charging time Model S displays the set time on the instrument panel and the touchscreen Touch to open the charge port door or to start or stop charging The current automatically sets to the maximum current available from the attached charge cable unless it was previously reduced to a lower level If needed touch the up down arrows to change the current for example you may want to reduce the current if you are concerned about overloading a domestic wiring circuit shared by other equipment It is not possible to set the charging current to a level that exceeds the maximum available from the attached charge cable When you change the current Model S remembers the location So if you subsequently charge at the same location you do not need to change it again Note If Model S automatically reduced a charging location s current because of fluctuations in inout power see the note in Charging Status on page 107 Tesla recommends charging at the lower current until the underlying problem is resolved and the charging location can provide consistent power Model S Owner s Manual Charging Model S
141. l GAWR weights 136 Calculating Load Limits 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs on your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in the vehicle Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX Ibs see Step 1 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 Ibs 635 kg and there will be five 150 Ib 68 kg passengers in the vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 Ibs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 Ibs or 295 kg 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg Determine the combined weight of cargo and luggage being loaded on the vehicle That weight must not exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 Warning The front and rear trunks are the preferred places to carry objects In an accident or during hard braking and sharp turns loose items in the cabin could injure occupants Example Load Limit Calculations How much cargo you can carry in Model S depends on the number and weight of passengers The following are typical examples of calculated load limits These examples assume passengers weighing 150 Ibs 68 kg If the passengers weigh more or less the available cargo and luggage load capac
142. l S is equipped with the optional tech package exterior side mirrors are also heated Warning To avoid burns resulting from prolonged use individuals who have peripheral neuropathy or whose capacity to feel pain is limited because of diabetes age neurological injury or some other condition should exercise caution when using the climate control system and seat heaters Model S Owner s Manual Climate Controls Y Customizing Climate Control The climate control system is designed to automatically provide optimum comfort in most situations All you need to do is set the desired temperature and the air conditioning air recirculation air distribution and fan speed automatically maintain your selected temperature To override the automatic setting touch AUTO ON to view the individual settings Then touch the setting you want to change When you change a setting the AUTO ON icon turns from blue to gray and RESET AUTO displays instead AUTO RESET amp Outside air is drawn into Model S see Ventilation on page 82 Although less efficient than recirculating the air in very hot or low climate conditions this setting draws ON OFF more air into the rear seating areas and is recommended when occupants are seated in AUTO the Tesla built in rear facing child seats S Air inside Model S is recirculated This prevents outside air traffic fumes from entering but reduces dehumidifying and cooling performan
143. la telematics services troubleshooting evaluation of your vehicle s quality functionality and performance analysis and research by Tesla and its partners for the improvement and design of our vehicles and systems and as otherwise may be required by law In servicing your vehicle we can potentially resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing your vehicle s data log Tesla s telematics system wirelessly transmits vehicle information to Tesla on a periodic basis The data is used as described above and helps ensure the proper maintenance of your vehicle Additional Model S features may use your vehicle s telematics system and the information provided including features such as charging reminders software updates and remote access to and control of various systems of your vehicle Tesla does not disclose the data recorded in your vehicle to any third party except when Anagreement or consent from the vehicle s owner or the leasing company for a leased vehicle is obtained e Officially requested by the police or other authorities e Used as a defense for Tesla in a lawsuit e Ordered by a court of law e Used for research purposes without disclosing details of the vehicle owner or identification information e Disclosed to a Tesla affiliated company including their successors or assigns or our information systems and data management providers Consumer Information DIKA aE j In addition Tesla does not
144. lane assist 57 lane change flash 50 lane departure warning 57 language setting 77 LATCH child seats installing 26 liftgate adjust opening height 10 opening 10 lifting Model S 132 162 lights cornering lights 50 hazard warning 50 headlights after exit 50 turn signals 50 load limits 135 location based suspension 83 lock unlock status 43 locking and unlocking doors 4 lumbar support 17 M maintenance brake fluid checking 124 cleaning 118 daily and monthly checks 108 fluid replacement intervals 108 panel removing 123 replacing fuses 126 replacing wiper blades 121 service intervals 108 tires 109 washer fluid topping up 125 washer jets cleaning 121 maps 90 mats 120 media 85 mileage upon delivery 155 mirrors 40 mobile app 100 Mobile Connector description 102 using 104 modifications 133 motor specifications 140 N naming Model S 79 navigation 90 NCC certifications 157 Neutral gear 42 NHTSA contacting 156 night mode 77 O occupancy sensor 34 odometer on instrument panel 43 resetting trip odometer 69 overhang dimensions 138 overtake acceleration 60 Owner Information about 153 154 Model S Owner s Manual Index P Park Assist 66 Park gear 42 parking brake 53 parts replacement 133 passenger detection 34 passenger front airbag 34 personal data erasing 79 phone steering wheel controls for 38 using 88 power management 70 power socket 87 power windows 9 powering on and off 41
145. lerts display on the top or bottom center of the instrument panel If alerts are in effect an alert icon exclamation mark displays on the top of the touchscreen Touch this icon to display a description of the alert Indicator Description Airbag safety If this indicator does not flash on briefly when Model S oe eae ry prepares to drive or if it remains on contact Tesla immediately See Airbag Warning Indicator on page 35 A seat belt for an occupied seat is not fastened Note Depending on the date of manufacture rear seating positions may not be equipped with a seat belt reminder See Seat Belts on page 20 4 Front fog lights optional See Lights on page 47 0 Parking lights side marker lights tail lights and license plate lights are on ws See Lights on page 47 ZO Headlight low beams are on High beams are turned on and either the vehicle is not equipped with Auto High Beam or Auto High Beam is turned off See Headlight High Beams on page 49 Model S Owner s Manual Instrument Panel Y Indicator Description High beams are currently turned on and Auto High Beam will turn off the high beams if light is detected in front of Model S See Headlight High Beams on page 49 High beams are temporarily turned off because the Auto High Beam feature is on and Model S detects light When light is no longer detected the high EA beams will automatically turn back on See Headlight High Beams on
146. lights tail lights and license plate lights turn on All exterior lights Cheadlights tail lights side marker lights parking lights and license plate lights turn on All exterior lights headlights tail lights side marker lights parking lights and license plate lights turn on automatically when driving in low lighting conditions If you change to a different setting lights always revert to this AUTO setting on your next drive only when driving with the headlights off In jurisdictions where required by law Canada daytime running lights can not be turned off 5 If Model S is equipped with optional front fog lights touch to turn them on or Off The Front Fog indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever the optional front fog lights are on The fog lights operate only when the headlights are on Whenever headlights are turned off fog lights also turn off 6 Exterior lights are set to AUTO each time you start Model S Touch these options to temporarily change the exterior light setting 48 Note Optional fog lights operate automatically whenever the headlights are on When headlights are off fog lights are also off Model S Owner s Manual Headlight High Beams Push the left hand steering column lever away from you To cancel pull the lever toward you If Model S is equipped with Driver Assistance features you can set the headlights to automatically switch to low beam w
147. ly if you have saved a Home and Work Location see Favorite Destinations on page 92 Predicting Energy Usage When navigating to a destination Model S helps you anticipate your charging needs by calculating the amount of energy that will remain when you reach your destination The calculation is an estimate based on driving and environmental factors such as predicted speed and elevation changes The touchscreen displays this calculation in the lower right corner of the turn by turn direction list Throughout your route Model S monitors energy usage and updates the calculation as needed A popup warning displays above the calculated amount advising you when e A yellow warning displays when you should drive slowly to converse energy Model S predicts that you will have very little energy remaining when you reach your destination For tips on conserving energy see Getting Maximum Range on page 70 e A red warning displays when you must charge Model S to reach your destination Model S also lets you know if you have enough energy for a round trip Tap the battery icon at the bottom of the turn by turn navigation list to determine if Model S has enough energy to get to your destination and then return back to your starting point When navigating the energy app displays real time energy usage for the current trip See Getting Maximum Range on page 70 91 Maps and Navigation Favorite Destinations F Add any destinati
148. ment e Model S has been parked in or being driven in extremely hot or cold temperatures e The sensors are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves e Object is located too close to the bumper A bumper is misaligned or damaged e An object that is mounted to Model S is interfering with and or obstructing the sensor such as a bike rack or a bumper sticker Diving OSO SOSS 7 vv Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist automatically engages the brakes for approximately one second when on a hill This prevents Model S 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 Model S is in Drive and facing uphill or in Reverse and facing downhill A Warning After approximately one second Hill Start Assist no longer brakes your vehicle and it could roll Therefore quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal Never rely on Hill Start Assist to prevent Model S from rolling for more than one second Failure to do so can result in a collision 68 Model S Owner s Manual Driving Displaying Trip Information Trip information displays on the touchscreen when you touch Controls gt Trips There are two trip meters available A and B To reset a particular trip meter touch its associated RESET Note You can also display range and trip information
149. mes automatically when the update is complete If you are driving Model S at the scheduled update time the update is canceled and you need to reschedule If the touchscreen displays a message indicating that a software update was not successfully completed contact Tesla Using the Touchscreen 99 vv Mobile App Model S Mobile App The Tesla Model S mobile app allows you to communicate with Model S remotely using your iPhone or Android phone With this app you can e Check charging progress and receive notifications when charging has started has been interrupted or is complete e Heat or cool Model S before driving even if it s in a garage e Locate Model S with directions or track its movement across a map e Flash lights or honk the horn to find Model S when parked e Vent or close the sunroof Lock or unlock Model S from afar e Start Model S e Support the Model S Calendar app by allowing the mobile app to send your phone s calendar data to Model S e Receive notifications when the car alarm has been triggered or anew Model S software update is available Simply download the Tesla Model S mobile app to your phone and enter your MY TESLA login credentials You must also ensure that Model S is ready to communicate with the mobile app by turning on its remote access setting Touch Controls gt Settings gt Safety amp Security gt Remote Access gt On see Settings on page 77 100 Model S
150. modifications to the device not expressly approved by the manufacturer or Tesla Motors could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet ona circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Consumer Information 159 T A ABS Anti lock Braking System 52 Acceleration dual motor 74 access panel removing 123 accessories installing 133 plugging into power socket 87 air circulation 81
151. mperature Battery high voltage limits 103 cabin controls for 80 outside 43 tires 147 tie down straps 152 tilt detection 95 Tire and Loading Information label 135 tire noise 112 Tire Pressure Monitoring System FCC certification 158 overview of 112 tire pressures checking 109 163 YT tire repair kit inflating with air only 116 inflating with sealant 115 replacing the sealant canister 117 tires all season 111 balancing 110 chains 112 industry glossary of terms 148 inspecting and maintaining 110 pressures how to check 109 quality grading 147 replacing 111 replacing a tire sensor 113 rotation 110 specification 144 summer 111 temperature grades 147 tire markings 145 tire sealant 114 traction grade 147 treadwear grade 147 winter 112 touch up body 120 touchscreen clean mode 119 cleaning 119 Controls 74 overview 72 Settings 77 software updates 99 tow chain connecting 151 Tow mode 150 towing 150 towing a trailer 137 towing instructions 150 TPMS FCC certification 158 overview of 112 traction control 54 trademarks 153 154 traffic alerts 86 Traffic Aware Cruise Control 60 trailer hitches 137 transmission specifications 140 Transport Canada contacting 156 transporting 150 trip chart 70 trip information 69 trunk front 12 trunk rear child protection lock 7 disabling interior handle 7 Tuneln 85 turn signals 50 164 U uniform tire quality grading 147 Units amp Format 77 unlocking trunk front
152. mple lasts twice as long as a tire rated at 200 Traction grade Indicates a tire s ability to stop on wet roads A higher graded tire should allow you to stop your vehicle in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower grade Traction is graded from highest to lowest as AA A B and C Temperature grade The tire s resistance to heat is grade A B or C with A indicating the greatest resistance This grading is provided for a correctly inflated tire which is being used within its soeed and loading limits 146 Model S Owner s Manual Wheels and Tires Y 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 Where applicable quality grades are found on the tire s sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e TREADWEAR 180 e TRACTION AA e TEMPERATURE A The quality grades are described next Note In addition to the marking requirements passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 wears one and
153. n exclamation mark is displayed touch it to see warning messages that are in effect Note The airbag status symbol displays only when Model S is powered on Apps There are several ways to display an app in the main viewing area e Tap the app s icon to display it in the top viewing area If the app is already displayed a second tap displays it in full screen view only some apps have a full screen mode e Drag the app s icon directly onto the top or bottom viewing area e Touch and hold the app s icon to display a popup that lets you choose whether to display the app in the top or bottom of the main viewing area Media See Media and Audio on page 85 Maps and Navigation Cif equipped See Using Maps on page 90 Calendar See Calendar on page 93 Energy See Getting Maximum Range on page 70 Web Access the Internet using the web browser Cif equipped Camera Display the area behind Model S This area also displays automatically whenever you shift into Reverse See Rear View Camera on page 71 amp EF hy amp J Phone See Phone on page 88 3 Main viewing area Using the Touchscreen Touchscreen Overview Y The main viewing area changes depending on the app you have chosen Cin the example the Nav and Media apps are displayed For some apps such as Nav and Web you can zoom in and out using standard touchscreen finger gestures Maximize minimize app Touch the small rec
154. nchor only LATCH both lower anchors the seat or the seat belt only If and top tether anchor or the belt only combined weight of child and seat belt and upper tether safety seat is over 65 Ibs strap If combined weight of 29 kg attach using the seat child and safety seat is over belt only 65 Ibs 29 kg attach using the seat belt and upper tether strap Many child safety seats currently available allow children to ride rear facing using the child safety seat s integrated 5 point harness for a longer period of time BASED UPON SPECIFIC HEIGHT AND WEIGHT LIMITS Keep your child in a rear facing seat for as long as possible CHECK THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children In Canada this is also called Lower Universal Anchorage System LUAS or CANFIX Subject to instructions provided by the child safety seat manufacturer A Warning Laws that govern how and where children should be carried when traveling in a vehicle are subject to change It is the driver s responsibility to keep up to date on and comply with all current regulations in the region s where Model S is driven To check the child passenger safety laws for your state go to http www ghsa org html stateinfo laws childsafety_laws html 24 Model S Owner s Manual Child Safety Seats Y Seating Larger Children If a child is too lar
155. ndicated on the tire wall Then before driving release air to adjust tire pressure to the recommended levels Improving Tire Mileage To improve the mileage you get from your tires maintain tires at the recommended tire pressures observe speed limits and advisory speeds and avoid e Pulling away quickly or hard acceleration e Fast turns and heavy braking e Potholes and objects in the road e Hitting curbs when parking e Contaminating tires with fluids that can cause damage Model S Owner s Manual Tire Care and Maintenance Y Replacing Tires and Wheels Tires degrade over time due to the effects of ultraviolet light extreme temperatures high loads and environmental conditions It is recommended that tires are replaced every six years or sooner if required Wheel rims and tires are matched to suit the handling characteristics of the vehicle Replacement tires must comply with the original specification If tires other than those specified are used ensure that the load and speed ratings marked on the tire equal or exceed those of the original specification Ideally you should replace all four tires at the same time If this is not possible replace the tires in pairs both front or both rear When replacing tires always re balance and check the alignment of wheels If you replace a wheel the TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors need to be reset to ensure they provide accurate warnings when ti
156. ne based products or additives on interior components can cause damage 119 Y Cleaning Polishing Touch Up and Body Repair To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body you can occasionally treat the paint surfaces with an approved polish containing e Very mild abrasive to remove surface contamination without removing or damaging the paint e Filling compounds that fill scratches and reduce their visibility e Wax to provide a protective coating between the paint and environmental elements Regularly inspect the exterior paint for damage Treat minor chips and scratches using a paint touch up pen available for purchase from Tesla Use the touch up pen after washing but before polishing or waxing Repair rock chips fractures or scratches Body repairs should be performed only by a Tesla approved body shop Contact Tesla for a list of approved body shops A Caution Do not use cutting pastes color restoration compounds or polishes containing harsh abrasives These can scour the surface and permanently damage the paint A Caution Do not use chrome polish or other abrasive cleaners 120 Using a Car Cover To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when Model S is not being used use a genuine Tesla car cover Car covers can be purchased from Tesla A Caution Use only a Tesla approved car cover when Model S is plugged in Using a non Tesla car cover can prevent the Battery from being adequ
157. nental P245 35R21 21 wheels on Performance Plus vehicles P245 35R21 Michelin P265 35R21 Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted on Model S Refer to the tire pressures printed on the Tire and Loading Information label This label is located on the driver s door pillar and is visible when the driver s door is open see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 109 Winter tires Pirelli P245 45R19 can be purchased from a Tesla store 144 Model S Owner s Manual Wheels and Tires Y Understanding Tire Markings Laws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire lt also provides the tire identification number TIN for safety standard certification and in case of a recall Specifications 145 T Wheels and Tires Tire category P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles Tire width This 3 digit number is the width Cin millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge Aspect ratio This 2 digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width So if the tread width is 205 mm and the aspect ratio is 50 the sidewall height is 102 mm Tire construction R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction Wheel diameter This 2 digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches Load index This 2 or 3 digit number is the weight ea
158. ng audio files from 86 flashers warning 50 flat tire repair 114 floor mats 120 fluids replacement intervals 108 reservoirs checking 123 fog lights 47 forward collision warning 58 front passenger detection 34 front trunk 12 fuses location of 126 removing access panel 123 G garage doors opening 96 gates opening 96 GAWR 136 gears 42 glove box 14 Gross Axle Weight Rating 136 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 136 ground clearance 138 GVWR 136 H hazard warning flashers 50 head supports 19 headlights after exit 50 cornering lights 50 heated wipers 51 heating 80 height adjustments suspension auto raising 83 automatic and manual settings 84 disabling Jack mode 84 high voltage Battery specifications 142 components 101 safety 108 Hill Start Assist 68 hitches 137 HomeLink 161 Y FCC certification 159 programming and using 96 hood 12 horn 39 IC certifications 157 Ideal range 77 identification labels 134 indicator lights summary of 44 Insane setting dual motor 74 instrument panel charging status 107 cleaning 119 overview of 43 interior cleaning 119 lights 47 overview 2 temperature control 80 Internet radio 85 intrusion detection 95 ionizer 77 J J1772 102 Jack mode 84 jacking Model S 132 K key FCC and IC certifications 157 how to use 4 key not inside 41 ordering extras 5 replacing battery 5 keyless entry 4 L label Tire and Loading Information 135 vehicle certification 136
159. ng location If you do not want the suspension to auto raise at a saved location touch the X in the touchscreen message that displays at a saved location Doing so removes the auto raise location and the suspension no longer raises automatically when you arrive at the location SUSPENSION ADJUST SPEED eee Note Manually lowering the suspension to Standard or Low while at a saved location also removes the auto raising location Automatic Lowering When Model S is moving above typical driveway or parking lot speeds Smart Air Suspension automatically lowers ride height to improve aerodynamics and handling For most average speed driving the suspension is automatically set to Standard As described above when you make manual height adjustments the suspension automatically lowers at increased driving speeds When carrying loads Smart Air Suspension also maintains a level height between the front and rear 84 You can adjust the speed at which the Air Suspension automatically transitions to the LOW ride height by touching Controls gt Suspension gt Automatic Lowering on the touchscreen This setting is saved to your Driver Profile Note You can temporarily override the ride height by pressing the brake pedal touching an air suspension control in Controls gt Suspension and then manually choosing a ride height Your suspension s automatic lowering setting is restored the next time you drive If a fa
160. not be included If a tire repair kit was not provided in Model S upon delivery you can purchase one from Tesla Note Although Model S does not have a spare tire in the event of a flat tire Roadside Assistance provides towing coverage for up to 50 miles The tire repair kit consists of a compressor and a canister of tire sealant enough to repair one tire When injected into a tire the sealant can penetrate a small puncture up to 1 4 6 mm to form a temporary repair Note For punctures larger than 1 4 6 mm severe tread damage a damaged sidewall ripped tires or tires that have come off the rim call Roadside Assistance Warning The tire repair kit is a temporary repair only You must repair or replace a damaged tire as soon as possible A Warning Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h when driving with a tire that has been temporarily repaired with sealant A Warning Follow all directions and warnings on the tire repair kit before starting a repair Caution Do not drive on a deflated tire as this can cause serious damage 114 Tire Sealant Canister The tire sealant provided in the Tesla tire repair kit is approved for use with Model S and is designed not to damage the TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors Therefore you must replace it only with one of the same type and capacity see Replacing the Sealant Canister on page 117 Tire sealant canisters can be purchased from Tesla The tire
161. not in use Touch Controls gt Displays gt Energy Saving For more information on maximizing range and saving energy see Getting Maximum Range on page 70 Battery Warnings and Cautions A Warning The Battery has no parts that an owner or a non Tesla authorized service technician can service Under no circumstances should you open or tamper with the Battery Always contact Tesla to arrange for Battery servicing A Caution If the Battery s charge level falls to O you must plug it in If you leave it unplugged for an extended period it may not be possible to charge Model S or use the vehicle without jump starting or replacing the 12V battery Leaving Model S unplugged for an extended period can also result in permanent Battery damage If you are unable to charge Model S contact Tesla immediately A Caution The Battery requires no owner maintenance Do not remove the filler cap and do not add fluid If the instrument panel warns you that the fluid level is low contact Tesla immediately 103 Y Charging Model S Opening the Charge Port The charge port is located on the driver s side of Model S behind a door that is part of the rear tail light assembly Park Model S so that the charge cable easily reaches the charge port With Model S unlocked or a recognized key nearby press and release the button ona Tesla charge cable to open the charge port door If the cable you are using does not have this button
162. ns you will need to resume Traffic Aware Cruise Control by pressing the accelerator pedal or pulling the cruise control lever toward you see Canceling and Resuming on page 64 A message displays on the instrument panel that you need to resume Traffic Aware Cruise Control When Traffic Aware Cruise Control is actively slowing down Model S to maintain the selected distance from the vehicle ahead brake lights turn on to alert other road users that you are slowing down You may also notice slight movement of the brake pedal Warning Do not depend on Traffic Aware Cruise Control to adequately and appropriately slow down Model S Always watch the road in front of you and stay prepared to brake at all times Traffic Aware Cruise Control does not eliminate the need to apply the brakes as needed even at slow speeds A Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control can not detect all objects and may not detect a stationary vehicle or other object in the lane of travel There may be situations in which Traffic Aware Cruise Control does not detect a vehicle bicycle or pedestrian Depending on Traffic Aware Cruise Control to avoid a collision can result in serious injury or death Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control may react to vehicles or objects that either do not exist or are not in the lane of travel causing Model S to slow down unnecessarily or inappropriately Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control may misjudge the distance
163. oes not change Reverse Push the lever all the way up and release You can only shift into Reverse when Model S is stopped or moving less than 5 mph 8 km h If moving less than 1 mph 1 6 km h you must press the brake Neutral Push the lever up or down to the first position and release to shift into Neutral Neutral allows Model S to roll freely If Model S is in Park and you use the touchscreen to release the parking brake Controls gt E Brake amp Power Off Model S shifts into Neutral see Parking Brake on page 53 Model S automatically shifts into Park when you exit To leave Model S in Neutral use the touchscreen to engage Tow mode see Leaving Model S in Neutral Tow Mode on page 42 Drive Push the lever all the way down and release You can shift into Drive when Model S is stopped or moving less than 5 mph 8 km h in Reverse If Model S is moving less than 1 mph 1 6 km h you must press the brake to shift into Drive 42 Park With Model S stopped press the end of the gear selector Whenever Model S is in Park the parking brake is applied Model S automatically shifts into Park whenever you e Leave the vehicle e Connect a charge cable Leaving Model S in Neutral Tow Mode Model S automatically shifts into Park whenever you finish driving and leave Model S To keep Model S in Neutral when you exit allowing it to roll freely for example pulling onto a transporter et
164. oll wheel to scroll through and choose an option see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 38 89 Y Maps and Navigation Overview Touch the Map or Nav icon to view and search for a location on Google Maps If Model S is equipped with the navigation option the app is labeled Nav and onboard maps are available Onboard maps allow you to navigate to any location even if a data connection is not available When you specify a location the touchscreen displays the route and provides turn by turn instructions If Model S is not equipped with the navigation option onboard maps are not available but if you have a data connection you can find and display any location Using Maps Touch the search field or speak a voice command to specify a location for details on how to use voice commands see Using Voice Commands on page 38 You can enter or speak an address landmark business etc You can also touch PLACES and choose from a list of recent locations and searches favorite destinations charging locations and charging stations you ve visited To mark a destination as a Favorite select its pin from search results or Recents and then touch the heart icon Touch the North Heading Up icon to the right of the search bar to center the map on your car and have the map track your position as you drive The icon is blue when the map is tracking your position and by touching the icon you can change the
165. ompatible The opener should work Headlights do not flash Check the batteries in the remote It is a good idea to replace the batteries before you start programming Hold the remote against the nose cone with the button pressed about 6 inches to the left of the Tesla emblem In some cases you must hold the remote for up to three minutes Check compatibility of the remote by contacting the HomeLink manufacturer Cwww home link com After programming the device does not work Park Model S with its front bumper as close as possible to the HomeLink device garage door gate etc Make sure you haven t reached the device receiver s limit of learned remotes cars Most receivers can learn up to five remotes cars If the receiver s memory is full you must clear the memory and restart the programming process For instructions on how to clear the receiver s memory refer to the owner documentation provided with the HomeLink device Make sure you are pressing the receiver s LEARN button Most receivers have two buttons and a LED One button is a RESET button and the other is a LEARN button Pressing the LEARN button usually causes the LED to flash For instructions on how to put the receiver into learning mode refer to the owner documentation provided with the HomeLink device Model S Owner s Manual HomeLink Universal Transceiver e Most devices stay in learning mode for only three to five minutes Immediately after
166. on the instrument panel see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 37 Trip Information 69 Y Getting Maximum Range Driving Tips to Maximize Range You can maximize your driving range using the same driving habits that you use to conserve fuel in a gasoline powered vehicle In addition to driving habits energy consumption depends on environmental conditions such as cold weather and hilly roads To get the maximum mileage from a charge e Avoid frequent and rapid acceleration e Instead of using the brake to slow down move your foot off the accelerator Whenever Model S is moving and your foot is off the accelerator regenerative braking slows down Model S and feeds surplus energy back to the Battery see Regenerative Braking on page 53 e Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures see Tire Care and Maintenance on page 109 e Lighten your load by removing any unnecessary Cargo e Limit the use of resources such as heating and air conditioning Using seat heaters to keep warm is more efficient than heating the cabin To automatically limit the amount of power that the climate control system uses to maintain the temperature of the Battery and the cabin area touch Controls gt Driving gt Range Mode gt ON Note On Dual Motor vehicles you can turn on Range Mode only when acceleration is set to Sport Cif you change Acceleration to Insane Range Mode automatically turns off The power meter
167. on to your list of Favorites by either touching its flag while navigating to it or by displaying it on the map then touching its pin Then in the popup dialog that appears touch the Favorites icon When a destination is on your Favorites list the icon is blue To remove a favorite destination touch the Favorites icon again If you frequently navigate to a destination you may want to add it as a Favorite to avoid having to enter the location s name or address each time When you add a destination as a Favorite you can easily navigate to it by touching PLACES then selecting it from the list of Favorites The Favorites list has placeholders for your Home and Work locations In fact Model S may prompt you to save a current location as Home or Work based on your usage pattern Updated Maps To receive updated maps periodically connect Model S to a Wi Fi network see Connecting to Wi Fi on page 98 As updated maps become available they are sent to Model S over Wi Fi only The touchscreen displays a message informing you when new maps have been installed 92 Model S Owner s Manual Calendar Y Overview Note Calendar is a BETA feature in Release 6 0 The Calendar app allows you to view your phone s iPhone or Android calendar for the current and next day The Calendar app requires that e The Tesla Model S mobile app is running and you are logged in When prompted on your phone you must grant calendar access to t
168. onal preference 1 On the touchscreen touch Controls 2 Choose a steering option Comfort reduces the effort required to turn the wheel In town Model S feels easier to drive and park e Standard Tesla believes that this setting offers the best handling and response in all conditions e Sport Increases the effort required to turn the wheel When driving at higher speeds Model S feels more responsive The only way to really know which option you like best is to try them Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons Use the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to change radio stations control the media player s volume and control what displays on the left side of the instrument panel whenever the Navigation app is not displaying instructions Note The volume control on the steering wheel does not adjust spoken navigation instructions To control the volume of navigation instructions use the navigation window on the touchscreen see Using Maps on page 90 1 Next If you are listening to local or satellite radio and you have defined more than one radio preset press to play the next preset in the radio band that is currently playing If you have not defined more than one preset press to go to the next available frequency If you are listening to Internet radio or to an audio file on a connected Bluetooth or USB device press to skip to the next song or station 2 Scroll Wheel e To adj
169. or Handles A light press on a door handle extends it provided Model S detects a valid key nearby If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package you can set the door handles to extend automatically whenever you approach the driver s side carrying the key On the touchscreen touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Auto Present Handles gt On Insert your hand into the handle and pull to open the door Door handles retract if you do not use them within one minute after they extend Just press a handle to extend it again Door handles also retract a minute after the last door closes when Model S begins moving and when you lock Model S Note To preserve battery life Model S is designed to temporarily disable the Auto Present Handles feature when e The key has been out of range for more than 48 hours e The key remains within range for five minutes after all doors have been closed In these cases extend the handles by touching the driver s door handle or pressing the unlock button on the key There is no need to reset the setting The next time you approach Model S provided the above conditions do not apply handles automatically extend Whenever a door is open the Door _ Open indicator displays on the instrument panel The image of the Model S on the touchscreen Controls window also shows which door or trunk is open G8 Using Interior Door Handles Pull the interior door handle toward y
170. or a typical adult occupant locks the belt into place until the seat belt is unbuckled see Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats on page 25 The seat belt reel automatically locks to prevent movement of occupants if Model S experiences a force associated with hard acceleration braking cornering or an impact in a collision The seat belt reminder on the A instrument panel alerts you if a seat belt for an occupied seat is not fastened If the belt remains unfastened the reminder flashes and an intermittent chime sounds If all occupants are buckled up and the reminder stays on re fasten seat belts to ensure they are correctly latched Also remove any heavy objects such as a briefcase from an unoccupied seat If the reminder light continues to stay on contact Tesla To Fasten a Belt 1 Ensure correct positioning of the seat 20 2 Draw the belt out smoothly ensuring the belt lays flat across the pelvis chest and mid point of your collar bone between the neck and shoulder 3 Insert the latch plate into the buckle and press together until you hear a click indicating it is locked in place 4 Pull the belt to check that it is securely fastened 5 Pull the diagonal part of the belt toward the reel to remove excess slack To Release a Belt 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
171. ormation may specify the location of a component as being on the left or right side of the vehicle As shown here left 1 and right 2 represent the side of the vehicle when sitting inside Model S in a front facing seat Consumer Information Y Document Applicability Owner information is updated on a regular basis to reflect updates to your Model S However in some cases recently released features may not be described To display information about recently released features view the Release Notes on the Model S touchscreen Release Notes are displayed on the touchscreen after a software update and can be displayed at any time by touching the Tesla T at the top center of the touchscreen then touching the Release Notes link If information related to how to use the Model S touchscreen conflicts with information in the Release Notes the Release Notes take precedence 153 Y About this Owner Information Copyrights and Trademarks All information in this document and all Model S software is subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights of Tesla Motors 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 Motors Inc and its licensors Additional information is available upon request Tesla uses software created by the Open Source community Please visit Tesla s Open Source software website at http www
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173. ou to open the door Note To prevent children from opening rear doors using the interior handles use the touchscreen Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Child Protection Lock to turn on the child protection locks see Child protection Lock on page 7 Interior Locking and Unlocking From inside Model S you can use the touchscreen to lock or unlock doors and trunks provided a valid key is inside the vehicle Touch Controls gt Lock Unlock The current lock status displays on the bottom left of the instrument panel Note If a door or trunk is still open when you lock Model S it locks when you close it Model S Owner s Manual D010 E gt Y Child protection Lock Model S has child protection locks on the rear doors and liftgate to prevent them from being opened using interior handles Use the touchscreen to turn child protection locks on or off Touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Child Protection Lock Note It is recommended that you turn child protection locks on whenever children are seated in the rear seats Drive away Locking Model S can automatically lock all doors including the trunks whenever your driving speed exceeds 5 mph 8 km h To turn this feature on or off touch Controls gt Settings gt Vehicle gt Drive Away Door Lock Walk away Locking If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package Model S doors and trunks can automatically lock whenever you walk away
174. our Model S is equipped with Traffic Aware Cruise Control you must take your vehicle to Tesla Service if a windshield replacement is needed Failure to do so can cause Traffic Aware Cruise Control to malfunction A Warning Many unforeseen circumstances can impair the operation of Traffic Aware Cruise Control Always keep this in mind and remember that as a result Traffic Aware Cruise Control may not slow down or may brake or accelerate Model S inappropriately Always drive attentively and be prepared to take immediate action A Warning Traffic aware cruise control may not brake decelerate for stationary vehicles especially in situations when you are driving over 50 mph 80 km h and a vehicle you are following moves out of your driving path and a stationary vehicle or object is in front of you instead Always pay attention to the road ahead and stay prepared to take immediate Model S Owner s Manual Traffic Aware Cruise Control Y corrective action Depending on Traffic Aware Cruise Control to avoid a collision can result in serious injury or death Driving 65 Y Park Assist How Park Assist Works If Model S is equipped with the Park Assist option Model S has several sensors designed to detect the presence of objects nearby When moving slowly in Drive or Reverse the sensors alert you if an object is detected close to the front or rear bumper respectively A Warning The Park Assist images provided below a
175. page l 49 Electronic stability control systems are applying the brake to the relevant wheel to prevent slippage light flashes See Traction Control on page 54 The traction control system has been disabled See Traction Control on page 54 A Smart Air Suspension fault is detected Contact Tesla See Smart Air Suspension on page 83 Smart Air Suspension s automatic self leveling is disabled In other words Model S is in Jack mode and is ready to be lifted or pulled onto a transporter Jack mode cancels when Model S is driven over 4 5 mph 7 km h See Smart Air Suspension on page 83 The parking brake is manually applied See Parking Brake on page 53 A parking brake fault is detected Contact Tesla See Parking Brake on page 53 ABS An ABS Anti lock Braking System fault is detected See Brakes on page 52 Contact Tesla immediately A brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low See Brakes on page 52 Contact Tesla immediately BRAKE Diving SSCS Instrument Panel Indicator Description Tire pressure warning The pressure of a tire is out of range If a fault with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS is detected the indicator flashes For a TPMS fault contact Tesla See Tire Care and Maintenance on page 109 A door or trunk is open See Using Exterior Door Handles on page 6 Flashes green when the left turn signal is operating Both turn signal indicators flash green w
176. perate even without a Model S key nearby Model S Owner s Manual Driving Wipers To wipe the windshield rotate the end of the left hand steering column lever away from you You can choose from four levels e 1st Auto with low rain sensitivity e 2nd Auto with high rain sensitivity e 3rd Continuous slow e Ath Continuous fast For a single wipe press and release the end of the lever If the wipers are set to Auto and the sensor detects no water the wipers do not wipe When you operate the wipers headlights automatically turn on Cif they are not on already Model S has a rain sensor located on the inside of the windshield at the base of the interior mirror When wipers are set to Auto the frequency at which they wipe depends on how much water the sensor detects When wipers are set to the 2nd level the sensor is more sensitive To extend the life of wiper blades remove ice from the windshield before turning wipers on Ice has sharp edges that can damage the rubber on the blades Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper blade If damaged replace the blade immediately For details on checking and replacing wiper blades see Wiper Blades and Washer Jets on page 121 A Caution In harsh climates ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen or adhered to the windshield Wipers and Washers Y De icing Wipers To make wiper blades easy to access so you can remove any ice and snow
177. pplying pressure to the red areas can cause damage e Do not close the hood with one hand Doing so applies concentrated force in one area and can result in a dent or crease e Do not apply pressure to the leading edge of the hood because this can crease the edge Do not slam or drop the hood Warning Do not drive with the hood secured by the secondary catch alone 12 Model S Owner s Manual Front Trunk Y Interior Emergency Release Opening with No Power An interior release button inside the front If Model S has no electrical power or if you trunk allows a person locked inside to get out are unable to open the front trunk using the This release button is active whenever touchscreen or key pull the mechanical Model S is stationary release lever located below the glove box not available on newer models This releases the primary catch Press the interior release button to open the front trunk then push up on the hood Note The button glows for several hours after a brief exposure to ambient light Then push down on the secondary catch lever and lift the hood You may need to push the hood down slightly to release the pressure against the secondary catch Opening and Closing 15 Y Glove Box Opening and Closing To open the glove box press the switch located on the side of the touchscreen If you leave the glove box open for five minutes its light automatically turns off Note The glov
178. pressing the device s LEARN button follow the instructions displayed on the touchscreen Using the Touchscreen 97 Connecting to Wi Fi Wi Fi is available as a data connection method and is often faster than cellular data networks Connecting to Wi Fi is especially useful in areas with limited or no cellular connectivity To ensure fast reliable delivery of Model S updates see Software Updates on page 99 Tesla recommends leaving Wi Fi turned on and connected to a Wi Fi network To connect to a Wi Fi network 1 Touch the 3G icon in the touchscreen status bar Model S will start scanning and display the Wi Fi networks that are within range 2 Select the Wi Fi network you want to use enter the password if necessary then touch Connect You can also connect to a hidden network that isn t shown on the list of scanned networks Just touch Wi Fi Settings and enter the name of the network in the resulting dialog box Once you have connected to a network Model S auto connects whenever the network is within range If more than one previously connected network is within range Model S connects to the one most recently used Note You can also use a mobile hotspot or your phone s Internet connection via Wi Fi tethering Note At Tesla service centers Model S automatically connects to a Tesla Service Wi Fi access point 98 Model S Owner s Manual Software Updates Y Loading New Software Viewing Release Notes
179. r To prevent damage to the paint immediately remove corrosive substances bird droppings tree resin dead insects tar spots road salt industrial fallout etc Do not wait until Model S is due for a complete wash If necessary use denatured alcohol to remove tar spots and stubborn grease stains then immediately wash the area with water and a mild non detergent soap to remove the alcohol Follow these steps when washing the exterior of Model S 1 Rinse Thoroughly Before washing flush grime and grit from the bodywork using a hose Flush away accumulations of mud in areas where debris easily collects such as wheel arches and panel seams If salt has been used on the highways such as during winter months thoroughly rinse all traces of road salt from the underside of the vehicle 2 Hand Wash Hand wash Model S using a soft cloth and cold or lukewarm water containing a mild good quality car shampoo 3 Rinse with Clean Water After washing rinse with clean water to prevent soap from drying on the surfaces 4 Dry Thoroughly and Clean Exterior Glass After washing and rinsing dry thoroughly with a chamois Clean windows and mirrors using an automotive glass cleaner Do not scrape or use any abrasive cleaning fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces 118 Cautions for Exterior Cleaning A A A Caution Do not use windshield treatment fluids Doing so can interfere with wiper friction and cause a
180. r is excluded from the warranty High Voltage Safety Your Model S has been designed and built with safety as a priority However be aware of these precautions to protect yourself from the risk of injury inherent in all high voltage systems e Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model S These labels are there for your safety e The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts Do not disassemble remove or replace high voltage components cables or connectors High voltage cables are colored orange for easy identification e If an accident occurs do not touch any high voltage wiring connectors or components connected to the wiring e In the unlikely event that a fire occurs immediately contact your local fire emergency responders A Warning Always disconnect the charge cable before working underneath Model S even if charging is not in progress Warning Keep your hands and clothing away from cooling fans Some fans operate even when Model S is powered off A Caution Some fluids battery acid Battery coolant brake fluid windshield washer additives etc used in motor vehicles are poisonous and should not be inhaled swallowed or brought into contact with open wounds For your safety always read and follow instructions printed on fluid containers Model S Owner s Manual Maintaining Tire Pressures Keep tires inflated to the pressures shown on the Tire
181. r radio communications shall tolerate radio wave interference from radiated devices legal or industrial scientific and medical Device Approval Australia E304 Device Approval Hong Kong Cronies for use in Hong Kong MRS OES AeA Certificate No Bees HK0021400717 Device Approval Japan R 205 130180 y 158 Tire Pressure Monitoring System FCC IDs TZSTPMS201 Z9F 201FS43X IC ID 11852A 201FS4X The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tesla could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Device Approval Japan R 001 A00198 TT Media Control Unit Device Approval Japan D140073003 r R 003 140116 Device Approval Australia E2165 Model S Owner s Manual Declarations of Conformity Y HomeLink This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and IC RSS 210 Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any changes or
182. r the tone speak your command Release the button when you finish speaking For details see Using Voice Commands on page 38 2 Scroll Wheel e To choose what displays on the right side of the instrument panel press and hold the scroll wheel to display the available options Then roll the scroll wheel to browse through the options Tap the scroll wheel when the option you want is highlighted e When the right side of the instrument panel displays a menu rolling the wheel highlights the next item in a menu and tapping the wheel selects the highlighted item When a menu is not displayed rolling the wheel adjusts your chosen controllable feature see Item 3 below Note The option you choose to display using the right scroll wheel is retained until you manually change it It can also be saved in your driver profile 3 Customize the Scroll Wheel Exit a Menu 38 Press then use the scroll wheel to select Phone to browse through and select contacts and recent calls Press then use the scroll wheel to select Customize to choose the Model S feature that you want to control whenever you roll the wheel when a menu is not displayed You can choose from e All Allows you to roll the wheel and choose from all available functions Clisted next e Climate Temps Roll the wheel to change the temperature or press the wheel to turn the climate control system on and off e Fan Speed Roll the wheel to adjust the speed of th
183. r you exceed the speed limit and the soeedometer displays the excess speed in gray Note A speed limit sign also displays in the center of the instrumental panel when an automatically detected speed limit changes If you set the speed limit warning to Chime see Controlling Soeed Assist and exceed the speed limit the soeedometer displays excess speed in gray and you also hear a warning chime Note Speed limit warnings go away automatically after 10 seconds or when Model S slows down below the specified limit Warning Do not rely on Speed Assist to determine the appropriate speed limit 55 Y Speed Assist Always drive at a safe speed based on traffic and road conditions 4 Caution If your Model S is equipped with Speed Assist you must take your vehicle to Tesla Service if a windshield replacement is needed Failure to do so can cause Speed Assist to malfunction Controlling Speed Assist To turn Speed Assist on or off and control how it works touch Controls gt Settings gt Driver Assistance gt Speed Assist then choose one of these options e Off The speed limit is not displayed e Display Speed limit information visually displays on the soeedometer and when you exceed the limit a speed limit sign displays in the center of the instrument panel and the soeedometer displays the excess speed in gray e Chime In addition to the visual display an audible chime sounds whenever you exceed the
184. rake amp Power Off bibbia Er abo Ho fel to POAT AMBIENT CHARGE PORT m TUN clades 74 Model S Owner s Manual Close Touch the circled X in the top left corner of a window to close it or you can touch anywhere outside the window Sunroof If Model S is equipped with a sunroof touch to adjust its position see Sunroof on page 15 Suspension If Model S is equipped with Smart Air Suspension touch to manually raise or lower Model S or to remove a previously saved auto raising location see Smart Air Suspension on page 83 Model S must be powered on and you must press the brake pedal before you can change suspension settings Smart Air Suspension causes Model S to self level even when powered off Therefore when towing or lifting you must disable self leveling see Instructions for Transporters on page 150 and Jacking and Lifting on page 132 Driving e Steering mode Adjust the amount of effort required to turn the steering wheel Sport feels more responsive whereas Comfort feels easier to drive and park see Steering Wheel on page 37 e Acceleration Dual Motor vehicles only Choose an acceleration level Sport is the standard level of acceleration and allows you to maximize driving range see the Range Mode setting below Choose Insane if you want to increase peak torque by approximately 50 per cent If you choose Insane the Range mode setting if on automatically turns off
185. re currently driving in a region with right hand or left hand traffic GPS data is not always accurate and may not always be available It is the driver s responsibility to stay in control of the vehicle at all times Never depend on Overtake Acceleration to appropriately increase your driving speed Conversely when using Traffic Aware Cruise Control never assume that using a turn signal will not increase your driving speed Depending on this feature can result in serious injury or death 63 Y Traffic Aware Cruise Control Canceling and Resuming To manually cancel Traffic Aware Cruise Control briefly push the cruise control lever away from you The message on the instrument panel turns off but the set speed remains displayed until Model S powers off To resume cruising at the previously set speed briefly pull the cruise control lever toward you Note When Traffic Aware Cruise Control cancels Model S does not coast Instead regenerative braking slows down Model S in the same way as when you move your foot off the accelerator when driving without cruise control see Regenerative Braking on page 53 A Warning Traffic Aware Cruise Control may immediately cancel or may not be available in the following situations e You press the brake pedal e Your driving speed drops below 18 mph 30 km h in situations when Model S does not detect a vehicle ahead within the specified distance e You shift Model S out o
186. re representative only The exact number and location of sensors may vary depending on the date your Model S was manufactured The sensors are activated when driving less than 5 mph 8 km h A Warning Never depend on Park Assist to inform you if an area you are approaching is free of objects and or people Several external factors can reduce the performance of Park Assist causing either no readings or false readings see Limitations and False Warnings on page 67 Therefore depending on Park Assist to determine if Model S is approaching an obstruction can result in 66 damage to the vehicle and or objects and can potentially cause serious injury Always inspect the area with your own eyes When reversing perform shoulder checks and use all mirrors Park assist does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects that are moving protruding located too far above or below the sensors or too close or too far from the sensors Park Assist is for guidance purposes only and is not intended to replace your own direct visual checks It is not a substitute for careful driving Visual and Audio Feedback When you shift to Reverse the Park Assist view displays on the left side of the instrument panel showing any objects that are in close proximity to the front and rear of Model S This view closes when you shift into Drive unless objects are detected close to the front of the
187. rect pressure Check tires regularly for wear and ensure there are no cuts bulges or exposure of the ply cord structure Tire Wear Adequate tread depth is important for proper tire performance Tires with a tread depth less than 4 32 3 mm are more likely to hydroplane in wet conditions and should not be used Tires with a tread depth less than 5 32 4 mm do not perform well in snow and slush and should not be used when driving in winter conditions Model S is originally fitted with tires that have wear indicators molded into the tread pattern When the tread has been worn down to 2 32 1 6 mm the indicators start to appear at the surface of the tread pattern producing the effect of a continuous band of rubber across the width of the tire For optimal performance and safety Tesla recommends replacing tires before the wear indicators are visible Tire Rotation Balance and Wheel Alignment Tesla recommends rotating the tires every 5000 miles 8000 km Unbalanced wheels sometimes noticeable as vibration through the steering wheel affect vehicle handling and tire life Even with regular use wheels can get out of balance Therefore they should be balanced as required If tire wear is uneven on one side of the tire only or becomes abnormally excessive check the alignment of wheels Note When replacing only two tires always install the new tires on the rear 110 Punctured Tires A puncture eventu
188. releases whenever you shift into any other gear 4 Note The parking brake operates on the rear wheels only and is independent of the foot operated brake system Use the touchscreen to manually release the parking brake which also shifts Model S into Neutral 1 Touch Controls gt E Brake amp Power Off 2 Press the brake pedal then touch Parking Brake If Model S was previously in Park it shifts into Neutral The parking brake indicator lights up on the instrument panel whenever you use the touchscreen to manually apply the parking brake PARK If an electrical issue occurs with the P parking brake an amber parking brake fault message displays at the top center of the touchscreen Caution In the unlikely event that Model S loses electrical power you cannot release the parking brake 53 Y Traction Control How It Works This indicator displays at the top 6 center of the touchscreen whenever the wheels are allowed to spin i e when the traction control system on a standard single motor Model S is turned off or when Slip start on a dual motor Model S is enabled The traction control system constantly monitors the difference in speed between the front and rear wheels If Model S experiences a loss of traction the system minimizes wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power By default the traction control system is always active Under normal conditions it should rema
189. res are under or over inflated see Resetting the TPMS Sensors on page 113 A Warning For your safety use only tires and wheels that match the original specification see Wheels and Tires on page 143 Tires that do not match the original specification can affect the operation of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS A Warning Never exceed the speed rating of your vehicle s tires The speed rating is shown on the sidewall of your tires see Understanding Tire Markings on page 145 Maintenance Asymmetric Tires Model S tires are asymmetric and must be mounted on the wheel with the correct sidewall facing outward The sidewall of the tire is marked with the word OUTSIDE When new tires are installed make sure that the tires are correctly mounted on the wheels gt __ amp yg Warning Road holding is seriously impaired if the tires are incorrectly installed on the wheels Tire Types Summer Tires Your Model S may be originally equipped with high performance summer tires These tires are designed for maximum dry and wet road performance Summer tires do not perform well in winter conditions Tesla recommends using winter tires if driving in cold temperatures or on roads where snow or ice may be present Contact Tesla for winter tire recommendations A Warning In cold temperatures or on snow or ice summer tires do not provide adequate traction Selecting and installing the appropriate tir
190. s include ice wax spray from car washes washer fluid with bug and or water repellent bird droppings tree sap and other organic substances Follow these guidelines for cleaning e Clean the windshield using non abrasive glass cleaner e Lift the wiper arm a short distance away from the windshield just far enough to access the wiper blade then wipe the blade clean using isopropyl rubbing alcohol or washer fluid If the wipers remain ineffective after cleaning replace the wiper blades For optimum performance replace wiper blades at least once a year To replace wiper blades 1 Turn off the wipers shift Model S into Park then use the touchscreen to move the wipers to the service position Touch Controls gt Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Service Mode gt ON Note Wipers must be OFF to turn on Service Mode 2 Lift the wiper arm a short distance away from the windshield just far enough to access the wiper blade Maintenance 3 Hold the wiper arm the wiper arm does not lock into a lifted position and press the locking tab while sliding the blade down the arm 4 Align the new blade on the wiper arm and slide it toward the hooked end of the arm until it locks into place 5 Place the wiper arm against the windshield If the problem persists with new blades clean the windshield and wiper blades by wiping with a soft cloth or sponge moistened with warm water and non detergent soap Then
191. set the climate control system to draw outside air into Model S instead of recirculating the air This draws more air into the rear seating areas 1 Position the child in the seat with arms through the loops of the seat belts 2 Connect the two halves of the seat belt tongue 3 Insert the seat belt tongue into the buckle and ensure it is securely fastened 4 Adjust the shoulder belts so they run over the top of the child s shoulders and away from the face 5 Connect the chest clip and adjust it to be as high as possible without causing the shoulder belts to touch the child s neck 6 Pull the lower straps until the child is securely held in the seat 30 7 Slide the shoulder clips into place to ensure the upper portion of the belts remain positioned over the child s shoulders To release press the button on the buckle release the chest clip and separate the two halves of the seat restraint Warnings Tesla Child Seats Warning The Tesla built in rear facing seats are child restraint systems and must only be used for children over 37 Model S Owner s Manual Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats Y 94 cm tall and weighing between 35 and 77 Ibs 16 2 to 35 2 kg Warning Do not use supplemental child restraint systems including booster seats in the Tesla built in rear facing child seats A Warning Always ensure that the top of the child s head cannot touch the vehicle
192. shift Model S into Park then use the touchscreen to move them to the service position Touch Controls gt Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Service Mode gt ON When parking in cold outdoor climates it is helpful to leave Model S with the wipers in the service position In this position they are closer to the defrost vent allowing you to thaw them by directing air from the climate control system towards the windshield Note Wipers automatically return to their normal position when you shift Model S out of Park If Model S is equipped with the cold weather option you can de ice wipers by touching Controls gt Cold Weather gt Heated Wipers The heated wipers automatically turn off after heating the wipers for 15 minutes Washers Press the button on the end of the left steering column lever to spray washer fluid onto the windshield You can press this button at two levels Press partially for a single wipe without any washer fluid Press fully for both wipe and wash When washing the windshield the wipers will perform two wipes after you release the button then a third wipe a few seconds later Periodically top up washer fluid see Topping Up Washer Fluid on page 125 De icing Washer Nozzles If Model S is equipped with the cold weather option washer nozzles have de icers that turn on whenever the ambient temperature nears freezing or when you turn on the heated wipers Controls gt Cold Weather gt Heate
193. sla T at the top center of the touchscreen then touch Name Your Vehicle When you save Name Your Vehicle is replaced by the name you provided You can touch the name at any time to rename your Model S Erasing Personal Data You can erase all personal data saved addresses music favorites imported contacts HomeLink programming etc and restore all customized settings to their factory defaults This is useful when transferring ownership of Model S Touch Settings gt Service amp Reset gt Factory Reset gt Erase amp Reset Before erasing Model S verifies your credentials by prompting you to enter the user name and password associated with your MY TESLA account 79 Y Climate Controls Overview of Climate Controls The climate controls are always available at the bottom of the touchscreen By default climate control is set to Auto On which maintains optimum comfort in all but the most severe weather conditions When you adjust the temperature the system automatically adjusts the heating air conditioning air distribution air circulation and fan speed to maintain your selected temperature To override these settings touch Auto On see Customizing Climate Control on page 81 The fan heating and air conditioning systems are powered by the Battery Therefore prolonged use decreases driving range Note The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only Depending on vehicle options
194. sla parts on Model S A Warning Installing non approved parts and accessories or performing non approved modifications can affect the performance of Model S and the safety of its occupants Any damage caused by using or installing non approved parts or by performing non approved modifications is not covered by the warranty A Warning Tesla does not accept liability for death personal injury or damage that occurs if you use or install non approved accessories or make non approved modifications Body Repairs If Model S is in a collision contact Tesla 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 Some repair shops and insurance companies might suggest using non original equipment or salvaged parts to save money However these parts do not meet Tesla s high standards for quality fit and corrosion resistance In addition non original equipment and salvaged parts and any damage or failures they might cause are not covered by the warranty Maintenance 133 Y Identification Labels Vehicle Identification Number You can find the VIN at the following locations e Stamped ona plate located at the top of the dashboard Can be seen by looking through the windshield e Stamped on the chassis Can be seen by removing the maintenance panel see Removing the Maintenance Pan
195. speed limit You can also specify how the speed limit is determined e Relative The speed limit is determined automatically based on detected traffic signs and GPS data If desired you can set a speed limit offset or if you want to be alerted only when you exceed the speed limit by a specified amount For example you would increase the offset to 10 mph if you only want to be alerted when you exceed the speed limit by 10 mph e Absolute Manually specify any speed limit between 20 and 140 mph 30 and 240 km h Note GPS data is not always accurate The GPS can misjudge the road s location and provide the speed limit for a directly adjacent road that may have a different speed limit For example The GPS can assume Model S is ona freeway when it s actually on a nearby surface street and vice versa Limitations and Inaccuracies Speed Assist may not be fully functional or may provide inaccurate information in these situations e Visibility is poor and speed limit signs are not clearly visible due to heavy rain snow fog etc 56 Bright light oncoming headlights or direct sunlight is interfering with the camera s view Model S is being driven very close to a vehicle in front of it which is blocking the camera s view The windshield area in the camera s field of view is obstructed fogged over dirty covered by a sticker etc Speed limit signs are concealed by objects The speed limits stored in
196. ssist Control how speed limits are determined and how warnings are issued when you exceed the speed limit see Speed Assist on page 55 e Forward Collision Warning Control when warnings display on the instrument panel if Model S detects a vehicle bike or pedestrian ahead and a collision is considered likely unless you take immediate corrective action see Forward Collision Warning on page 58 Service amp Reset Turn various service related features on and off Using the Touchscreen Settings Y e Service Mode If on moves wiper blades to the service position to make them easier to access when replacing them Model S must be in Park See Wiper Blades and Washer Jets on page 121 e Tire Pressure Monitor Touch Reset Sensors to reset the TPMS sensors after replacing a wheel see Resetting the TPMS Sensors on page 113 e Tow Mode Activate Tow Mode to keep Model S in Neutral see Leaving Model S in Neutral Tow Mode on page 42 e Factory Reset Touch Erase amp Reset to erase all personal data saved addresses music favorites etc and restore all customized settings to their factory defaults 10 Manual Display this owners manual Warning Do not read the touchscreen while driving Doing so increases the likelihood of a collision Naming Model S To further personalize your Model S you can name it The name you give your Model S will appear in the mobile app To name your Model S touch the Te
197. switch located on the underside of the liftgate see Adjusting the Opening Height on page 10 If a powered liftgate senses an obstruction when closing it automatically opens and sounds two chimes Remove the obstruction and try closing it again If it cannot close the second time powered operation is temporarily disabled Manually closing it restores powered operation Note The power closing feature is also temporarily disabled if you leave the powered liftgate open for more than an hour Adjusting the Opening Height If Model S is equipped with a powered liftgate you can adjust its opening height to make it easier to reach 1 Open the liftgate then lower it to the desired opening height 2 Press and hold the button on the underside of the liftgate for two seconds until you hear a confirmation beep 3 Confirm that you have set it to the desired height by closing the liftgate then reopening it Model S Owner s Manual Rear Trunk Y Interior Release To open the trunk from inside Model S press the interior release switch located inside the rear trunk and push the liftgate up If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package you do not need to push it up When you press the release switch it opens and when you pull the switch it closes Note The interior release switch is disabled if child protection locks are turned on see Child protection Lock on page 7 or if Model S is moving Open
198. t cleaner test all cleaners ona concealed area before use To avoid streaks dry immediately with a soft lint free cloth Interior Glass Do not scrape or use any abrasive cleaning fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces This can damage the reflective surface of the mirror and the heating elements in the rear window Airbags Do not allow any substance to enter an airbag cover This could affect correct operation Dashboard and Plastic Surfaces Do not polish the upper surfaces of the dashboard Polished surfaces are reflective and could interfere with your driving view Leather Seats Leather is prone to dye transfer which can cause discoloration particularly on light colored leather White and tan leather is coated with an anti soiling treatment Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft cloth moistened with warm water and non detergent soap Wipe gently in a circular motion Then wipe dry using a soft lint free cloth Using detergents or commercially available leather cleaners and conditioners is not recommended because they can discolor or dry out the leather Cloth Seats Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft cloth moistened with warm water and non detergent soap Wipe gently in a circular motion Then wipe dry using a soft lint free cloth Vacuum the seats as needed to remove any loose dirt Carpets Avoid over wetting carpets For heavily soiled areas use a diluted upholstery cleaner Maintenance
199. t with an operational airbag in front of it Doing so can cause injury or death if the airbag inflates Warning To ensure correct inflation of the side airbags maintain an unobstructed gap between an occupant s torso and the side of Model S Warning Passengers should not lean their heads against the doors Doing so can cause injury if a curtain airbag inflates Warning Do not allow passengers to obstruct the operation of an airbag by placing feet knees or any other part of the body on or near an airbag Warning Do not attach or place objects on or near the front airbags the side of the front seats the headliner at the side of the vehicle or any other airbag cover that could interfere with inflation of an airbag Objects can cause serious injury if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the airbag to inflate Warning Following inflation some airbag components are hot Do not touch until they have cooled 55 Driver Profiles Creating a Driver Profile If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package you only need to adjust Model S once When you first adjust the driver s seat steering wheel or driver s side mirror the touchscreen prompts you to create a driver profile to save these adjustments Your profile also saves several other preferences you make using the touchscreen s Settings window A new driver can also add a driver profile by touching Controls gt Settings gt Driv
200. tangle to expand the associated app to fill the entire main viewing area some apps are not expandable Touch again to display two apps in half screen view Controls Touch to access all Model S controls and settings doors locks lights etc Climate controls see Climate Controls on page 80 Volume control Touch the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the volume of the speakers You can also adjust the volume using the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel Reverse the position of the two currently displayed apps Warning Paying attention to road and traffic conditions must always be the driver s highest priority To ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users using the touchscreen should be done only when road and traffic conditions permit 73 S a Y Controls Controlling Model S Features Touch Controls on the bottom corner of the touchscreen to control and customize all main features of Model S Note The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only Depending on vehicle options software version and market region the options available on the Controls screen may be different 0 y PE sun gol i Suspension TRAC TRA CONTROL Driving SUP START Cold Weather 020000 Trips REGENERATIVE BRAKING RANGE MODE ween STANDARC IMr nan ga ana Diy ey ba ea as wan ecolo alas Displays E B
201. te child safety seat at all times A Warning To ensure children are safely seated follow all instructions provided in this document and by the manufacturer of the child safety seat A Warning Children should ride in a rear facing child safety seat using the seat s integrated 5 point harness for as long as possible Warning Do not use seat belt extenders when installing a child safety seat or booster seat Warning When seating larger children make sure the child s head is supported and the child s seat belt is properly adjusted and fastened The shoulder portion of the belt must be away from the face and neck and the lap portion must not be over the stomach Warning Never attach two child safety seats to one anchor point In a collision Seating and Safety Restraints gt gt gt PP PF one anchor point may be incapable of securing both seats Warning Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seatbelts harnesses or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle Warning Always check harnesses and tether straps for damage and wear Warning Do not use seat belt extenders on a seat belt that is being used to install a child safety seat or booster seat Warning Never leave a child unattended even if the child is secured in a child safety seat Warning
202. te number mileage your location and the nature of the problem The VIN is on the upper dashboard on the driver s side of your vehicle and is visible through the windshield Roadside Assistance covers transportation of Model S for up to 50 miles 80 kms in the event of a flat tire However owners are responsible for transportation expenses if the Battery is over discharged For a complete description of the terms and conditions of the Tesla Roadside Assistance Program refer to the policy that was provided to you by Tesla when you purchased Model S It is your responsibility to provide vehicle transporters with instructions on how to transport Model S see Instructions for Transporters on page 150 Roadside Assistance 149 Y Instructions for Transporters Use a Flatbed Only Use a flatbed trailer only unless otherwise specified by Tesla Do not transport Model S with the tires directly on the ground 4 Caution Damage caused by transporting is not covered by the warranty A Caution To transport Model S follow the instructions exactly as described next Disable Self Leveling air suspension vehicles only If Model S is equipped with Smart Air Suspension it automatically self levels even when power is off To prevent damage you must activate Jack mode to disable self leveling 1 Touch Controls gt Suspension on the touchscreen 2 Press the brake pedal then touch Very High to maximize height 3 Touch
203. ted head supports that cannot be adjusted or removed Seating and Safety Restraints Front and Rear Seats Y Adjusting the Driver s Seat wN 4 A A Adjust lumbar support Adjust backrest Move seat forward backward Adjust the seat s height and tilt angle Warning Do not adjust seats while driving Doing so increases the risk of a collision Warning Riding in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined can result in serious injuries in a collision as you could slide under the lap belt or be propelled into the seat belt Ensure your seat back is reclined no more than 30 degrees when the vehicle is moving Front and Rear Seats Seat Heaters Folding Rear Seats The front seats are equipped with heating Model S has a split rear seat that can fold pads that operate at three levels from 3 forward highest to 1 lowest To operate the seat heaters see Climate Controls on pace 80 Before folding remove items from the seats and the rear foot well To allow the rear seat If Model S is equipped with the optional cold backs to fold completely flat you may need to weather package you can also control seat move the front seats forward heaters in the rear seats as well as heated wipers by touching Controls gt Cold Weather see Controls on page 74 When equipped with executive seats you can control the seat and the backrest separately in each second row passenger seat To fold
204. tether attach it to the back of the seat see Attaching Upper Tether Straps on page 26 25 Y Child Safety Seats Installing LATCH Child Seats Lower LATCH anchor positions are provided in the second row outboard seating positions and are located between the seat s back rest and rear cushion The exact location of each anchor is identified by a child safety seat identification button illustrated below The button is located on the seat back directly above its associated anchor Install LATCH seats in the outboard seating positions only Use only a seat belt retained seat in the center position To install a LATCH retained child safety seat slide the safety seat latches onto the anchor bars until they click into place Carefully read and follow the instructions provided by the child safety seat manufacturer Once installed test the security of the installation before seating a child Attempt to twist the child safety seat from side to side and try to pull it away from the seat then check that the anchors are still securely in place 26 Attaching Upper Tether Straps If an upper tether strap is provided attach its hook to the anchor point located on the back of the rear seats Always position single strap tethers so that it runs over the center of the Model S head support Tighten dual strap tethers to run on each side of the head support Tighten according to the child safety seat manufacturer s instruc
205. that can recognize the presence of a key The sensors have a range of approximately three feet one meter If Model S is equipped with the optional tech package walking up to Model S when you have your key with you automatically unlocks the doors Similarly open the trunk by just walking up to Model S with your key then pressing the switch located under the trunk s exterior handle Press a door handle and it extends Or if the AUTO PRESENT HANDLES setting is turned on see Using Exterior Door Handles on page 6 door handles extend automatically If you turn on the walk away locking setting using the touchscreen Model S locks when you walk away carrying your key with you see Walk away Locking on page 7 A Warning To avoid any possibility of interference between a pacemaker and the keyless system s antennas people with implanted pacemakers should ensure their pacemaker is kept at least nine inches 22 cm away from any keyless drive antenna mounted in Model S Antenna locations are shown below Center of the rear bumper Under the rear seats Center console Leftmost side of the dashboard Rightmost side of the dashboard Right Hand Drive vehicles only at the base of the left passenger side windshield wiper 7 Left Hand Drive vehicles only at the base of the right passenger side windshield wiper 8 Center of the front trunk AO KWH Using the Key To quickly familiarize yourself with t
206. the instrument panel alerts you if the quantity of fluid in the brake reservoir drops below the recommended level If it displays while driving stop as soon as safety permits by gently applying the brakes Do not continue driving Contact Tesla immediately BRAKE Fluid Level Check Tesla checks the brake fluid level at the regularly scheduled maintenance intervals To check it yourself park Model S on level ground When Model S is cool remove the maintenance panel see Removing the Maintenance Panel on page 123 T Check the fluid level visually by looking at the outside marks on the side of the reservoir without removing the filler cap The brake fluid level should always be between the MIN and the MAX marks Note Although brake fluid level drops slightly during normal use as a result of brake pad wear it should not drop below the MIN mark Topping Up the Brake Fluid Do not top up your brake fluid Tesla service does this when you bring Model S in for regular servicing The following instructions are provided for information purposes and future reference only 124 w N gt Clean the filler cap before removing to prevent dirt from entering the reservoir Unscrew the cap and remove Top up the reservoir to the MAX mark using brake fluid meeting DOT3 or DOT4 specifications Replace the filler cap Warning Only use new fluid from a sealed air tight container Never use previously used fluid
207. the brake to power it back on again Airbag Warning Indicator The airbag indicator on the instrument panel remains lit if the airbag system is malfunctioning The only time this indicator should light up is briefly when Model S first starts up in which case it turns off within a few seconds If it remains lit contact Tesla immediately and do not drive ry Airbag Warnings A Warning All occupants including the driver should always wear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a collision A Warning Front seat occupants should not place their arms over the airbag module as an inflating bag can cause fractures or other injuries A Warning Do not use seat covers on Model S Doing so could restrict deployment of the side air bags if an accident occurs It can also reduce the Seating and Safety Restraints Airbags Y accuracy of the occupant detection system Warning Airbags inflate with considerable speed and force which can cause injury To limit injuries ensure that occupants are wearing seat belts and are correctly seated with the seat positioned as far back as possible The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of 10 25 cm between an occupant s chest and an airbag Warning Do not use a child safety seat or seat young children on a sea
208. tions Note To prevent single strap tethers from moving from side to side the top of the head support deforms USE ONLY SEAT BELT RETAINED CHILD SAFETY SEATS IN THE CENTER POSITION USE ONLY SEAT BELT RETAINED CHILD SAFETY SEATS IN THE CENTER POSITION Model S Owner s Manual Child Safety Seats Y 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 Ifthe seat moves more than one inch 2 5 cm it is too loose Tighten the belt or reconnect the LATCH retained child safety seat 3 Ifyou are unable to reduce slack try a different seat location or try another child safety seat Warnings Child Safety Seats A Warning Extreme hazard Do not seat a child on the front passenger seat even if you are using a child safety seat This seat has an airbag in front of it Although this airbag is disabled when Model S detects a lightweight passenger do not rely on technology to protect your child A Warning Do not use a forward facing child safety seat until your child weighs over 20 Ibs 9 kg and can sit independently Up to the age of two a child s spine and neck are not sufficiently developed to avoid injury in a frontal impact A Warning Do not allow a baby or infant to be held on a lap All children should be restrained in an appropria
209. ug Model S into the most commonly used public charging stations in your region Connect the adapter to the charging station s charge cable open the charge port door using the touchscreen see Charging Model S on page 104 then plug in Model S For more information on the charging equipment available for your region go to www teslamotors com choose your region then view the available charging options 102 Model S Owner s Manual About the Battery Model S has one of the most sophisticated battery systems in the world The most important way to preserve the Battery is to LEAVE YOUR MODEL S PLUGGED IN when you are not using it This is particularly important if you are not planning to drive Model S for several weeks When plugged in Model S wakes up when needed to automatically maintain a charge level that maximizes the lifetime of the Battery There is no advantage to waiting until the Battery s level is low before charging In fact the Battery performs best when charged regularly Note If the Model S Battery becomes completely discharged in a situation in which towing is required the owner is responsible for towing expenses Discharge related towing expenses are not covered under the Roadside Assistance policy Battery Care Never allow the Battery to fully discharge Even when Model S is not being driven its Battery discharges very slowly to power the onboard electronics On average the Battery discharges at
210. ult is detected with the air suspension system a yellow oe indicator lights up on the instrument panel If the problem persists contact Tesla Jack Mode Before jacking or lifting set the suspension to Jack mode to prevent the self leveling that occurs even when Model S is powered off Press the brake pedal then touch Controls gt Suspension gt Jack When Model S is in Jack mode a red air Suspension indicator lights up on the instrument panel To deactivate touch Jack again Note Jack mode automatically cancels when you drive over 4 5 mph 7 km h Model S Owner s Manual iM Caxel fois ave WANT lle Y Overview Touch the Media icon to listen to the radio or play audio files The touchscreen displays the Media Player Media Player has two tabs Use the Browse tab to select what you want to play and use the Now Playing tab to view and control what is currently playing You can play AM and FM radio including HD and XM satellite radio Cif Model S is equipped with the optional sound package You can also play Internet radio such as Tuneln and audio files from a Bluetooth connected device or a USB connected flash drive To adjust the media volume roll the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel up or down To mute the volume tap the wheel AM and FM Radio Model S provides AM and FM radio services These can be selected from the Browse tab or using the Source Picker located in the upp
211. upport United States MMIYY MFD BY TESLA MOTORS INC GVWR WITH TIRES XXXX KG XXXXLBS PXXX KXRXX9 GAWR FRT WITH TIRES RIM COLD TIRE PRESSURE XXXX KG XXXXLBS PXXX KXRXX XXXXX XXX kPa XX psi GAWR RR WITH TIRES RIM COLD TIRE PRESSURE XXXX KG XXXXLBS PXXX IKXRXX XXXXX XXX kPa XX psi THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE PNT XXXX _VININIV XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE PC VT Canada uua MED BY TESLA MOTORS INC FABRIQUE PAR TESLA MOTORS INC GYWR PHEY WITH TIRES AVEC PNEUS EC 2590 kg 5710 1b P245 35R21 amp P265 35R21 126 GAWR FRI PNBE AVT WITH TIRES AVEC PNEUS RIM JANTE COLD TIRE PRESSURE PRESSION DES PNEUS FROID 1235 kg 2723 Ib P245 35R21 21X8 5J 262 kPa 38 psi GAWR RR PNBE ARR WITH TIRES AVECPNEUS RIM JANTE COLD TIRE PRESSURE PRESSION DES PNEUS A FROID 1420 kg 3131 Ib P 265 35R21 21x9J 276 kPa 40 psi THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED UNDER THE CANADIAN MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY REGULATIONS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE CE V HICULE EST CONFORME A TOUTES LES NORMES GUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU R GLEMENT SUR LA SECURITE DES VEHICULES AUTOMOBILES DU CANADA EN VIGUEUR A LA DATE DE SA FABRICATION PNT XXXX VININIV XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE PCVT A Caution To prevent damage never load Model S so that it is heavier than GVWR or exceeds the individua
212. ust the media volume roll up or down e To mute the media volume or to pause play an audio file tap the wheel e To choose what displays on the left side of the instrument panel press and hold the scroll wheel to display the available options Then roll the scroll wheel to browse through the options Tap the scroll wheel when the option you want is highlighted 3 Previous Same as described above for Next except it skips to the previous song or station Note Regardless of how you customize the left side of the instrument panel it automatically changes to display navigation instructions Cif applicable or to let you know if a door or trunk is open when Model S is ina driving gear 357 Steering Wheel Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons Use the buttons on the right side of the steering wheel to access call options while on a phone call to browse the phonebook of a Bluetooth connected phone to choose and control a Model S feature and to use voice commands Note Whenever you receive or make a phone call the right side of the instrument panel automatically displays call options to help you easily handle phone calls on your Bluetooth connected phone 1 Phone Menu or Voice Commands During a phone call press to display the phone menu which gives you the option to mute hold or end the call Press and hold to use voice commands to call a contact navigate or listen to Internet music When you hea
213. veral external factors can reduce the performance of the camera including a dirty or obstructed lens Therefore depending on the rear view camera to determine if Model S is approaching an obstruction can result in damage to the vehicle and or objects and can potentially cause serious injury Always inspect the area with your own eyes When reversing perform shoulder checks and use all mirrors Use the camera for guidance purposes only It is not intended to replace your own direct visual checks and is not a substitute for careful driving Diving Y Touchscreen Overview The Big Picture The main components of the touchscreen are shown here To manually control the brightness and contrast touch Controls gt Displays When set to Auto the touchscreen changes between the Day Cight background and Night dark background setting depending on ambient lighting conditions Note The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only Depending on vehicle options software version and market region your touchscreen may appear slightly different 72 Model S Owner s Manual Status bar The top line displays provides shortcuts to Charging HomeLink Driver Profiles vehicle information the Tesla T software updates Bluetooth and Wi Fi settings The status symbols show outside temperature network signal strength Bluetooth Wi Fi settings passenger airbag status and time If an alert ico
214. y chart trio meters Google map searches and navigation routes e Time Format 12 or 24 hour e Temperature C or F e Energy amp Charging Display remaining energy and charging units as either a percentage of battery energy remaining or as an estimate of the distance that you can drive When you choose Distance you can display mileage based on either e Rated based on EPA testing e ideal assumes ideal driving conditions based on driving at a steady speed of 55 mph 89 km h on a flat road and using no additional energy seat heaters air conditioning etc Note When anticipating when you need to charge use range estimates as a general guideline only 4 Vehicle e Drive away Door Lock If on all doors automatically lock whenever you drive Model S over 5 mph 8 km h see Drive away Locking on page 7 e Walk away Door Lock If on all doors automatically lock when you walk away from Model S carrying the key with you see Walk away Locking on page 7 Available only if Model S is equipped with the optional tech package e Child Protection Lock If on safety locks prevent the rear doors and the liftgate from being opened from inside Model S 78 Auto Present Handles If on door handles extend automatically whenever you approach Model S carrying a key whether locked or unlocked see Using Exterior Door Handles on page 6 Note that to preserve battery life Model is designed to temporarily disa
215. you can also open the charge port door using any of these methods e Touch Controls gt Charge Port on the touchscreen e Touch the battery icon at the top of the touchscreen to display the Charging screen then touch Open Charge Port Hold down the rear trunk button on the key for 1 2 seconds 2 To charge at a public charging station attach an adapter to the station s charging connector The most commonly used adapter s for each market region are supplied with Model S Depending on the charging equipment you are using you May need to start and stop charging using a control on the charging equipment Note The charge port lights up white when you open the charge port door If you do not connect a charge cable the light eventually turns off 104 Note If you do not insert the charge cable into the charge port within a few minutes after opening the charge port door the latch closes If this happens use the touchscreen to open the charge port door 4 Caution The connector end of the charge cable can damage the paint if dropped onto Model S A Caution Do not attempt to force the charge port door open Doing so can damage the latch A damaged latch cannot hold the door closed Plugging In If desired use the touchscreen to change the charge limit and the charging current If you are using the Mobile Connector plug it into the power outlet before plugging it into Model S Align the connector to th

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