12OWNER SAFETY INFORMATIONREAR FACING CHILD SEATS
OPENING THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD SEATSIMPORTANT! Rear facing 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 can not
contact the vehicle and that the child is seated comfortably with the seat
belts positioned and latched correctly. Follow all instructions provided and
do not use supplemental child restraint systems in these seats.
The rear facing child seats are folded into the floor of the trunk. Follow
these steps to open:
1. Remove cover from the trunk floor.2. Pull the yellow strap attached to the seat to lift up the seat assembly.
3. Push the seat assembly into position and make sure the retaining
catches engage.
4. Check that the seat base is securely retained by trying to pull the rear
of the seat assembly towards you.
5. Pull the retaining bracket towards you to release.6. Fold the head supports towards you.
7. Raise the seat back to the upright position and push until it locks into
position.8. Check that the seat back and seat base are securely retained in the
upright position by trying to pull the seat back towards you.
WARNING: The rear facing seats are child safety seats. They are not
intended to seat adults or children outside the height and weight ranges
provided above.
WARNING: Follow all instructions and heed all warnings related to the rear
facing child seats. Failure to do so can compromise occupant safety.
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STORING THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD
SEATS
CAUTION:
Before folding the seats, fasten the seat belts to prevent them
from getting trapped in the seat mechanism and being damaged.
1. Pull the handle to release the seat back and pull the seat back fully
forward.2. Push the lever to release the head supports from the seat back, then
fold back onto the seat.
3. Pull the retaining bracket upwards to secure seat assembly.4. Pull strap at the rear of the seat to release the seat base from the
trunk floor.
5. Fold seat assembly into trunk floor.6. Replace cover on trunk floor.
REAR FACING CHILD SEATS
14OWNER SAFETY INFORMATIONREAR FACING CHILD SEATS
SEATING A CHILD IN THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD SEATS
WARNING: The rear facing seats are child safety seats. They must only be used for children over 37 “ (94 cm) tall and weighing between 35 and 77 lbs (16.2
to 35.2 kg). Ensure the top of the child’s head can not contact the vehicle. Do not use supplemental child restraint systems in these seats. Follow all instructions
provided.
Releasing1. Release the seat belts by
pressing the button on the buckle.
2. Release the chest clip.
3. Separate the two halves of the
seat restraint.
Fastening1. Position the child in the
seat with arms through the
loops of the seat belts.
2. Connect the two halves
of the seat belt and latch
together.
3. Insert the seat belt tongue
latch into the buckle
and ensure it is securely
fastened.
4. Adjust the shoulder belts so that they run over the top of the child’s
shoulders and away from the face.
5. Connect the chest clip.
6. Pull the lower straps until the child is securely held in the seat.
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WHEELS AND TIRES GLOSSARYAccessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those items replaced) of items available as factory installed equipment.
BeadThe 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 pressureThe air pressure in a tire which has been standing in excess of three hours, or driven for less than one mile.
Curb weightThe weight of a standard vehicle, including any optional equipment fitted, and with the correct fluid levels.
Gross vehicle weightThe 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 pressureThe maximum pressure to which the tire should be inflated. This pressure is given on the tire side wall in psi (lbf/in2).
This pressure is the maximum allowed by the tire manufacturer. It is not the pressure recommended for use.
Maximum loaded vehicle
weightThe sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight.
Production options weightThe combined weight of options installed which weigh in excess of 3 lbs more than the standard items that they replaced, and are not
already considered in curb or accessory weights.
PSI (lbf/in2)Pounds per square inch, unit of measure for pressure.
RimThe metal support for a tire, or tire and tube, upon which the tire beads are seated.
Vehicle capacity weightThe number of seats multiplied by 150 lbs plus the rated amount of load/luggage.
WHEELS AND TIRES GLOSSARY
