2008 TESLA ROADSTER Owners Manual

Vehicle dimensions and weights
11-15
Technical specifications
Vehicle dimensions and weightsExterior dimensionsTR0261
HED G
F
C
BA
A Overall length 155.4 in3,946 mm
B Overall width (including mirrors) 72.9 in1,851 mm
C Overall height (mid laden weight) 44.35 in1,126.5 mm
D Wheel base 92.6 in2,351 mm
E Front overhang 34.3 in871 mm
F Rear overhang 28.5 in723 mm
G Ground clearance (mid laden weight) 5.12 in130 mm
HTrack - Front 57.7 in1,455.6 mm
Track - Rear 59.0 in1,484.5 mm
Approach (ramp) angle - Front 11°
Approach (ramp) angle - Rear 18°
Breakover angle 12.7°
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Vehicle dimensions and weights11-16
Technical specifications
Vehicle weightsCurb weight (no occupants or cargo)2,723 lb1,235 kg
Mid laden weight
*
3,053 lb 1,385 kg
Gross vehicle weight
†
3,273 lb 1,485 kg
Maximum front axle load 1,144 lb519 kg
Maximum rear axle load 2,147 lb974 kg
Tr a i l e r t o w i n g Not permissible
* Mid laden weight is calculated with two 165 lbs (75 kg) occupants and no cargo.† Gross vehicle weight is calculated with two 220 lbs (100 kg) occupants and 110 lbs (50 kg) of cargo.Roadster OHB.book Page 16 Thursday, October 2, 2008 8:59 AM

Subsystem specifications
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Technical specifications
Subsystem specificationsMotor
TransmissionSteeringType AC induction motor, air-cooled, with variable frequency drive
Rating 375 Volts
Maximum speed 14,000 rpm
Maximum net power 248 HP (185 kW) @ 5500-6800 rpm
Maximum net torque 277 ft/lb (376 Nm) @ 0-4500 rpm
Efficiency 92% peak, 85% at max powerType Single speed fixed gear with electrically-actuated parking lock mechanism and
mechanical lubrication pump
Overall final drive ratio 8.27:1
Reverse gear Reverse direction of motor, limited to 15 mph
Final drive ratio 2.65:1TypeRack and pinion
Number of turns lock to lock 2.8
Turning circle (curb to curb) 36’ 3” (11.05 metres)
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Subsystem specifications11-18
Technical specifications
Front suspension
Rear suspension
BrakesTypeIndependent. Upper and lower unequal length wishbones.
Co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper. Sway bar.
Alignment optimum0.1 mm toe-in
tolerance 0.5 mm toe-out to 0.7mm toe-in. overall
Maximum side to side 0.3 mm
Camber optimum- 0.1°
tolerance + 0.1° to - 0.3°. Maximum side/side 0.2°
Castor optimum+ 3.8°
tolerance + 3.5° to 4.1°. Maximum cross castor 0.35°Type Independent. Upper and lower unequal length wishbones.
Co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper. Sway bar.
Alignment optimum3.0 mm toe-in
tolerance 2.4 mm toe-in, to 3.6 mm toe-in.
Maximum side to side 0.3 mm
Camber optimum- 1.8°
tolerance - 1.6° to - 2.0°. Maximum side to side 0.2°Type Hydraulically operated. Tandem master cylinder with vacuum servo and Anti-lock
Braking System.
Discs Ventilated front and rear discs.
Hand brake Cable operation of rear calipers. Self adjusting for pad wear.Roadster OHB.book Page 18 Thursday, October 2, 2008 8:59 AM

Subsystem specifications
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Technical specifications
Electrical
BatteryTy p e R e c h a r g e a b l e B a t t e r y
Rating 13 V to 400 V DC, and up to 400 V AC
Polarity Negative (-) groundTypeLithium ion (Li-ion)
Number of cells 6,831
Weight 992 lb (450 kg)
Output High voltage: 366V DC
Low voltage: 13 V DC
Operating temperature Driving: -1°F to 122°F (-17°C to 50°C)
Charging: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
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Index
AAccessing your vehicle.................................... 4-2
Accessory power socket .................................7-7
Air conditioning.................................................. 7-4
Air distribution .................................................... 7-4
Air recirculation .................................................. 7-4
Air vents .................................................................7-5
AirbagsDeactivation ..................................................3-7
Deployment effects ................................... 3-6
Disposal information ................................. 3-8
General information .................................. 3-6
Obstruction of air bags .............................3-7
Safety information ..................................... 3-6
Service information ................................... 3-8
Warning indicator .......................................3-7
Warning labels..............................................3-7
Warnings ....................................................... 3-6
Alarm system Indicator light .............................................. 4-7
Operation ...................................................... 4-7
PIN code ........................................................ 4-8
Switching off ................................................ 4-7
Ammeter display................................................ 6-11
Antifreeze .................................................. 9-5, 11-14
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ................. 6-5
Anti-theft alarm .................................................. 4-7
Audio system ....................................................... 8-1BBattery ....................................................................5-2 Coolant ........................................................... 9-5
Environmental Note ...................................5-2
Fluid check and top-up ............................ 9-5
Preserving ..................................................... 5-3
Range .............................................................. 6-3
Specifications............................................. 11-19 Battery Life
Overview ........................................................ 5-2
Body Cleaning ......................................................... 9-7
Covering......................................................... 9-8
Polishing ......................................................... 9-8
Removing tar spots ................................... 9-7
Repairs ............................................................ 9-8
Brake warning indicator .................................. 6-5
Brake warning indicator light .......................6-12
Brakes Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)......... 6-5
Emergency braking ................................... 6-6
Fluid specification .................................... 11-14
Fluid top-up .................................................. 9-4
Foot brake ..................................................... 6-5
Parking brake ............................................... 6-5
Regenerative braking................................ 6-5
Specifications ............................................. 11-18
Breakdown recovery ..................................... 10-13
Bulb replacement............................................. 10-9
Bulb specifications .......................................... 10-9
CCalifornia Proposition 65 ................................. 1-2
Car covers ............................................................. 9-8
Car washes ........................................................... 9-7
Cargo capacity.................................................... 11-7
Central door locking ......................................... 4-4
Chains ................................................................... 11-10
Change of ownership ........................................ 1-2
Charge level display.........................................6-12
Charging Charge level .................................................. 5-2
Charge settings ........................................... 5-4
Charge types ................................................ 5-4
Cost .................................................................. 5-5
Current limit.................................................. 5-4 High Power Connector ............................. 5-6
Performance setting .................................. 5-4
Range setting ............................................... 5-4
Standard setting ......................................... 5-4
Storage setting ............................................ 5-4
Storing your vehicle................................... 5-3
Charging indicator light ................................. 6-12
Charging port ...................................................... 5-6
Child passengers ................................................ 3-5
Child restraints .................................................... 3-5
Child seat air bag hazard ................................ 3-7
Child seats............................................................. 3-5
Cleaning Exterior ........................................................... 9-7
Interior............................................................. 9-8
Removing tar ................................................ 9-7
Roof.................................................................. 9-7
Underbody .................................................... 9-7
Wheels ............................................................ 9-8
Windshield, windows and mirrors ........ 9-8
Wiper blades ................................................ 9-8
Climate control.................................................... 7-4
Contacting NHTSA ............................................. 1-4
Coolant Battery ............................................................ 9-5
Specification ............................................... 11-14
Cost of charging ................................................. 5-5
Covering the vehicle ......................................... 9-8
Cruise control ...................................................... 6-9
Cruise control indicator lig ht ....................... 6-12
Cup holder ............................................................ 7-8
Current limit ......................................................... 5-4
DDashboard overview ......................................... 2-5
Data recording ..................................................... 1-2
Defrosting ............................................................. 7-5
Dimensions ......................................................... 11-15
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IndexDirectional tires ................................................ 11-10
DoorsAutomatic locking when driving .......... 4-5
Exterior door release ................................ 4-4
Interior door release .................................. 4-4
Locking ........................................................... 4-4
Mislocking...................................................... 4-7
Unlocking with key .................................... 4-5
Driving .................................................................... 6-3EEconomical driving............................................ 6-3
Electrical current display ................................ 6-11
Electrical specifications ................................. 11-19
Emergency braking ........................................... 6-6
Emergency unlocking ...................................... 4-5
Exterior Dimensions.................................................. 11-15
Overview........................................................ 2-3
Exterior lights ...................................................... 6-7
Exterior mirrors................................................... 7-3FFan speed control.............................................. 7-4
Fault indicator .................................................... 6-12
Flat tire repair.................................................... 10-4
Flatbed transporting ..................................... 10-14
Fluid reservoirs ................................................... 9-4
Fluid specifications ......................................... 11-14
Front suspension specifications................. 11-18
Frost warning indicator light ........................ 6-12
Fuse Colors ............................................................ 10-7
Location ....................................................... 10-7
Specifications............................................. 10-8
GGarage door opener.........................................7-15
Gear position indicators ................................ 6-13
Gear selector........................................................ 6-3
Ground clearance ............................................. 11-15HHand brake ........................................................... 6-5
Hard-topInstalling ........................................................7-13
Removing..................................................... 7-14
Hauling your vehicle ..................................... 10-14
Hazard warning lights .................................... 6-10
Headlight high beam ........................................ 6-7
Heated seats ........................................................ 7-6
Heater controls ................................................... 7-4
Heating and ventilation ................................... 7-4
High beam headlights ...................................... 6-7
High beam indicator light ............................. 6-12
High Power Connector Overview ........................................................ 5-6
High voltage .......................................................... 1-2
HomeLink .............................................................7-15
Hood opening and closing ............................. 9-3
Horn ....................................................................... 6-10IIdentification numbers .....................................11-2
Instrument panel ............................................... 6-11
Instrument panel lighting .............................. 6-14
Interior Door release handle ...................................4-4
Light ................................................................. 7-7
Overview ........................................................ 2-5
Temperature ................................................. 7-4
JJacking the vehicle ..........................................10-11KKey fobBattery replacement ..................................4-3
Compliance ...................................................4-3
Programming................................................4-3
Replacing the battery ...............................4-3
Using ................................................................4-2
Key fob battery ...................................................4-3
Key positions........................................................6-2
Keys .........................................................................4-2 Programming the key fob .......................4-3
Unlocking driver’s door ............................4-5LLabelAirbags ............................................................ 3-7
Safety compliance certification............ 11-3
Tire................................................................... 11-7
Lashing ............................................................... 10-14
LCD panel ............................................................. 6-11
License plate light bulb ................................ 10-10
Lifting the vehicle............................................10-12
Lights Bulb replacement...................................... 10-9
Exterior ........................................................... 6-7
Hazard warning ......................................... 6-10
Headlight high beam ................................. 6-7
Instrument panel ....................................... 6-14
Interior............................................................. 7-7
Replacing interior light bulb ................. 10-9
Replacing license plate bulb............... 10-10
Replacing trunk light bulb ................... 10-10
Warning indicators ................................... 6-12
Load limit calculation....................................... 11-7
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Index
Locking your vehicle ........................................ 4-2
Low tire pressure indicator light ................ 6-12
Lumbar support...................................................3-2MMaintenanceBrake fluid ..................................................... 9-4
Cleaning the exterior ................................ 9-7
Cleaning the interior ................................. 9-8
Daily checks.................................................. 9-2
Fluids ............................................................... 9-4
Owner maintenance .................................. 9-2
Paint repair ................................................... 9-8
Removing tar ............................................... 9-7
Routine maintenance ................................ 9-2
Service internal indicator ........................ 9-2
Underbody .................................................... 9-7
Washer fluid ................................................. 9-5
Washer jets ................................................... 9-6
Weekly checks............................................. 9-2
Windshield wiper........................................ 9-6
Master door locking switch............................ 4-4
Mileage................................................................... 6-3
Mirrors .....................................................................7-3
Modifying your vehicle ......................................1-2
Motor specifications ........................................11-17NNavigation system.............................................. 8-1
NHTSA .................................................................... 1-4OOdometer display ............................................. 6-12
Opening the doors Inside the vehicle........................................ 4-4
Outside the vehicle .................................... 4-4
Ownership change ..............................................1-2
PPaint code ............................................................. 11-2
Paint damage....................................................... 9-8
Parking brake ...................................................... 6-5
Passenger airbag deactivation ..................... 3-7
Performance charge setting .......................... 5-4
PIN code ................................................................ 4-8
PIN lock ................................................................ 4-10
Polishing the bodywork................................... 9-8
Power socket ....................................................... 7-7
Power windows .................................................. 7-2
Pressure washers ............................................... 9-7
Programming the key fob .............................. 4-3
Proposition 65 ...................................................... 1-2RRaising the vehicle........................................... 10-11
Range charge setting ....................................... 5-4
Rear suspension specifications .................. 11-18
Rear view mirrors............................................... 7-3
Recovery eye ....................................................10-14
Regenerative braking ....................................... 6-5
Regenerative braking visual display ...........6-11
Removing the hard-top ..................................7-14
Replacement bulbs.......................................... 10-9
Reporting safety defects ................................. 1-4
Roof Hard-top........................................................ 7-13
Soft-top .......................................................... 7-11SSafety compliance certification label......... 11-3
Safety defects ...................................................... 1-4
Safety instructionsChild seats ............................................ 3-5, 3-7
Jacking the vehicle .................................. 10-11
Lifting the vehicle .................................... 10-12 Obstruction of airbags.............................. 3-7
Seat belts ....................................................... 3-3
Tire repair .................................................... 10-4
Wearing seat belts when pregnant ..... 3-4
Windows ........................................................ 7-2
Seat belts Care .................................................................. 3-4
Cleaning.......................................................... 9-8
General information ................................... 3-3
Pre-tensioners .............................................. 3-4
Reminder............................................. 3-4, 6-12
Safety instructions ..................................... 3-3
Testing ............................................................ 3-4
Wearing .......................................................... 3-3
Wearing when pregnant .......................... 3-4
Seat heater controls.......................................... 7-4
Seat heaters ......................................................... 7-6
Seats Adjustment.................................................... 3-2
Child seats and restraints ........................ 3-5
Lumbar support........................................... 3-2
Security .................................................................. 4-7
Security code .......................................................4-8
Service data recording...................................... 1-2
Soft top Installing ....................................................... 7-10
Removing .......................................................7-11
Specifications Antifreeze .................................................... 11-14
Battery .......................................................... 11-19
Brake fluid.................................................... 11-14
Brakes............................................................ 11-18
Coolant ......................................................... 11-14
Electrical....................................................... 11-19
Fluids ............................................................. 11-14
Front suspension ...................................... 11-18
Motor ............................................................. 11-17
Rear suspension ........................................ 11-18
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