2012 TESLA MODEL S ECO mode

1OWNER SAFETY INFORMATIONCONTENTS
CONTENTS
BRAKE WEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CHECK THESE LABELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
MAINTAIN PROPER TIRE PRESSURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TEMPORARY TIRE REPAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
INSPECTING AND MAINTAINING TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
REPLACING TIRES AND WHEELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
TIRE AND WHEEL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
UNDERSTANDING TIRE MARKINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WHEELS AND TIRES GLOSSARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
VEHICLE TELEMATICS/DATA RECORDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CONTACTING TESLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 CORRECT DRIVING POSITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ADJUSTING THE DRIVER’S SEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
LOCATION OF AIRBAGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
TYPES OF AIRBAGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
FRONT PASSENGER DETECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
AIRBAG WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
INFLATION EFFECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
USING SEAT BELTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
THREE SEAT BELT TESTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
HEAD SUPPORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ABOUT CHILD SAFETY SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CHOOSE A SUITABLE CHILD SAFETY SEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TWO WAYS TO INSTALL CHILD SAFETY SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SAFETY SEATS FOR LARGER CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
INSTALLING SEAT BELT RETAINED CHILD SAFETY SEATS . . . . . 9
INSTALLING LATCH-RETAINED CHILD SAFETY SEAT . . . . . . . . . 10
UPPER TETHER STRAPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TEST BEFORE SEATING A CHILD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
OPENING THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . 12
STORING THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . 13
SEATING A CHILD IN THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD SEATS . 14
BRAKING SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
P/N: 1016750-00-A REV: AE
For printed information on how to use the main features of Model S and how to
perform basic maintenance procedures, see the document titled “A QUICK GUIDE
FOR OWNERS,” included in your owner documentation package.

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INFLATION EFFECTSWhen 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 will 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 airbags inflating:
• doors unlock and the door handles extend
• hazard warning lights switch on
• interior lights switch on
• battery power is disabled
To restore Battery power, use the touchscreen to turn the vehicle OFF, then
turn it back on again by pressing the brake.
WARNINGS:
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 crash.
Front seat occupants should not place their arms over the airbag module,
as an inflating bag can cause fractures or other injuries.
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 as far back as possible. The National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum
distance of 10 inches (25 cm) between an occupant’s chest and an airbag.
Do not use a child safety seat or seat young children on a seat with an
operational airbag in front of it. Doing so can cause serious injury or death
if an airbag inflates.
To ensure correct inflation of the side airbags, maintain an unobstructed
gap between an occupant’s torso and the side of Model S.
Passengers should not lean their heads against the doors. Doing so can
cause injury if a curtain airbag inflates.
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.
Do not attach or place objects on or near the frontal airbag modules, the
side of the front seats, the headliner at the side of the vehicle, or near any
other airbag cover that could interfere with inflation of the airbag system.
Any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a crash severe
enough to cause the airbag to inflate.
Following inflation, some airbag components are hot. Do not touch until
they have cooled.
AIRBAGS

8OWNER SAFETY INFORMATIONCHILD SAFETY SEATS
ABOUT CHILD SAFETY SEATSYour Model S seat belts in the front and second row seats are designed
for adults and larger children. You must restrain infants and small 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. Carefully follow the
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child safety seat. Never
use child safety seats in the front row passenger seat.
If your Model S is equipped with rear facing child seats, these seats are
child safety seats and are designed only for children within a specific
height and weight range (see page 12).
CHOOSE A SUITABLE CHILD SAFETY SEATAll children age 12 and under should ride in the rear seats. Always use a
child safety seat suitable for a young child’s age and weight:
Infants Toddlers Young Children
AgeBirth to 1 year Over 1 year 4 and older
(unless over 57” tall)
WeightUp to at least 20
lbs.Over 20 lbs (minimum)
Over 40 lbs
(recommended) Over 40 lbs
Type of
seatRear facing (or
convertible) infant
seatForward facing (or
convertible)Belt retained
booster seat
Seat
positionRear facing only* Forward facing Forward facing
* 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. Using these systems for as
long as possible is strongly recommended.
WARNINGS:
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained
in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
To ensure children are safely seated, follow all instructions provided in
this document and provided by the manufacturer of the child safety seat.
Failure to do so increases the risk of death or serious injury.
Do not allow an infant to be held on a lap. To reduce the risk of injury, a
child must be restrained in an appropriate child safety seat.
CAUTION: Laws that governs how and where children should be carried
when travelling in a vehicle are subject to change. It is the driver’s
responsibility to comply with all current regulations.

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MAINTAIN PROPER TIRE PRESSURESCheck tire pressures monthly when tires are cold and Model S has been parked
for over three hours. Inflate tires to the Tesla recommended inflation pressures,
printed on the Tire and Loading Information Label (see page 16). These
recommended pressures provide optimum ride and handling characteristics.
WARNINGS: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.
Check tire pressures using an accurate pressure gauge when tires are
cold. It takes only one mile of driving to warm up the tires sufficiently to
affect tire pressures. Parking the vehicle in direct sunlight or in high ambient
temperatures can also affect tire pressures. If you must check warm tires,
expect increased pressures. Don’t 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.
To check and adjust tire pressures1. Remove the valve cap, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve.
2. If required, add air to reach the recommended pressure.
3. Re-check pressure by removing and re-attaching the tire gauge.
4. If you added too much air, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the
center of the valve. Re-check and adjust if necessary.
5. Screw the valve cap back on to prevent dirt from entering (periodically
inspect the valve cap for damage such as cracking).TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation
pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the
size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
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 illuminates a low tire pressure telltale
when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can
lead to tire failure. Under-iinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread
life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and
it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures, even if under-
inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator light
to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator light is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the sytem detects a malfunction, the telltale flashes for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This
sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator light is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions
may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning
properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
The tire pressure warning on the instrument panel alerts you
if one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Stop
and check tire pressures as soon as possible, and inflate to
the recommended pressures
.
NOTE: The warning light does not turn off immediately after you adjust tire
pressures. It turns off when you drive Model S above 25 mph (40 km/h) for
more than 10 minutes with tires at the recommended pressures.
TIRE PRESSURES

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Punctured tiresA puncture eventually causes the tire to lose pressure, which is why it’s
important to check tire pressures frequently. Permanently repair or replace
punctured or damaged tires as soon as possible. Don’t drive with a punctured
tire, even if it isn’t deflated. 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 your tire or vehicle has been 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 the vehicle
transported to a tire repair center, or to Tesla, to have tires inspected and, if
necessary, repaired. Flat spotsIf the vehicle is stationary for a long period in high temperatures, tires can form
flat spots. When the vehicle is driven, these flat spots cause a vibration which
gradually disappears as the tires get warm and regain their original shape. To
minimize the flat spots during storage, inflate tires to the maximum pressure
indicated on the tire wall, then, before driving the vehicle, release air to adjust
tire pressure to the recommended levels. Driving In Low Ambient TemperaturesTire performance reduces in low ambient temperatures, resulting in less grip
and an increased susceptibility to damage from impacts. Performance tires
can temporarily harden when cold, causing you to hear rotational noise for
the first few miles until the tires warm up. Contact Tesla Motors for winter tire
recommendations.
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 will be adversely affected. Check tires regularly for wear
and to ensure there are no cuts, bulges or exposure of the ply/cord structure.
TEMPORARY TIRE REPAIRAs an option, you can purchase a tire repair kit from Tesla (this kit is included
only if you purchased your Model S in Maryland or Rhode Island). This kit is
designed to temporarily repair a small tire puncture just long enough for you to
drive slowly to the nearest tire repair location. Follow the instructions provided
on the kit and heed all warnings.
WARNING: Do not use any tire liquid or aerosol tire sealant other than a tire
repair kit purchased as an accessory from Tesla. Other types can cause tire
pressure sensors to malfunction.
INSPECTING AND MAINTAINING TIRESTire wearThe Model S is originally fitted with tires that have wear indicators moulded
into the tread pattern. When the tread has been worn down to 1/16”, (1.6 mm)
the indicators start appearing at the surface of the tread pattern, producing
the effect of a continuous band
of rubber across the width of the
tire. Replace a tire as soon as an
indicator band becomes visible
or the tread depth reaches the
minimum permitted by law.Tire rotation, balance
and wheel alignmentTesla recommends rotating the tires every 6,000 miles. After rotating, always
check and adjust tire pressures.
Unbalanced wheels (sometimes noticeable
as vibration through the steering) affects 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.
TIRE MAINTENANCE

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VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT
WARNINGS:
Overloading the vehicle will have an adverse effect on braking and
handling, which could compromise your safety or damage Model S.
Therefore you must 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 fitted to
Model S since it was manufactured.
Always ensure tires are inflated to their recommended levels. Doing so is
especially important when carrying heavy loads.
To calculate load limit1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s TIRE AND
LOADING INFORMATION label (illustrated on page 16).
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs,
and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in the vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Example load limit calculationHow 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 lbs (68 kg).
If the passengers weigh more or less, the available cargo and luggage
load capacity will decrease or increase respectively.
Example 1: Driver and one passengerDescription Total
Vehicle Capacity Weight 954 lbs
Subtract Occupant Weight (2 x 150 lbs) 300 lbs
Available Cargo Weight 654 lbsExample 2: Driver and four passengersDescription Total
Vehicle Capacity Weight 954 lbs
Subtract Occupant Weight (5 x 150 lbs) 750 lbs
Available Cargo Weight 204 lbsThe available cargo or luggage weight should then be distributed between
the front trunk and the trunk.
CAUTION: Never load more than 300 lbs (136 kg) into the front trunk.
VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNINGS:
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.
Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules and seat belt
pretensioners 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.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
CONTACTING TESLAFor detailed information about your specific Model S, go to www.
teslamotors.com and log in as an owner. All information about your
Model S is available here.
If you have any further questions or concerns about your Model S, call
1-877-79TESLA (1-877-798-3752).
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSUnited StatesIf 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, and
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 motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.CanadaIf 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.
CONTACT INFORMATION