2014 TESLA MODEL S Owner's manual (Europe)

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fuses
accessing ...........................................................7-16
fuse box 1 ......................................................... 7-20
fuse box 2 .......................................................... 7-21
fuse box 3 ......................................................... 7-22
fuse box locations ..........................................7-19
replacing ............................................................7-19
G
garage doors, opening .....................................5-23
gates, opening .....................................................5-23
GAWR ....................................................................... 8-4
gears, shifting ........................................................ 4-7
glove box ................................................................2-13
Gross Axle Weight Rating ................................ 8-4
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ........................... 8-4
ground clearance ................................................. 8-5
GVWR ....................................................................... 8-4
H
hazard warning flashers ................................... 4-14
head supports ........................................................ 3-3
headlights ............................................................... 4-11
after exit ............................................................ 4-13
cornering lights .............................................. 4-13
headlights, when cornering ............................ 4-13
heated wipers ...................................................... 4-15
heating
operating tips
................................................. 5-10
overview ............................................................. 5-8
height adjustments (suspension)
automatic
...........................................................5-11
Jack mode ..........................................................5-11
manual settings ................................................5-11
high voltage
Battery specifications
.................................... 8-7
components, overview of ............................. 6-2
safety .......................................................... 6-2, 7-2
hitches ...................................................................... 8-4
HomeLink
programming
..................................................5-23
using ...................................................................5-23
hood
closing
................................................................ 2-10
opening ............................................................. 2-10
horn ............................................................................4-4
I
Ideal range .............................................................. 4-8
identification number (VIN) ............................. 8-2
indicator lights
ABS
.................................................................... 4-20
air suspension ...................................................5-11
airbag ..................................................................3-18
Jack mode ..........................................................5-11
summary of ........................................................4-9tire pressure
....................................................... 7-3
traction control .............................................. 4-22
instrument panel
charging status
.................................................6-8
cleaning ............................................................. 7-13
indicator lights ................................................. 4-9
overview ............................................................. 4-8
power meter .................................................... 4-21
when car is off ................................................. 4-8
when driving ..................................................... 4-8
interior cleaning .................................................. 7-13
interior lights, controlling ................................. 4-11
interior overview .................................................... 1-2
interior temperature control ............................5-8
Internet radio ........................................................ 5-14
intrusion detection ............................................ 5-22
ISOFIX child seats, installing ............................3-9
J
J1772 ..........................................................................6-3
Jack mode .............................................................. 5-11
jacking Model S .................................................. 7-23
K
key
how to use .......................................................... 2-2
key not inside ................................................... 4-6
not detected ...................................................... 2-5
ordering extras ................................................. 2-3
replacing battery ............................................. 2-3
keyless entry ........................................................... 2-2
L
label
Statutory Plate ................................................. 8-4
Tire and Loading Information .....................8-3
lane change flash ................................................ 4-14
leather care ........................................................... 7-13
liftgate
adjust opening height
.................................... 2-8
closing .................................................................. 2-8
disabling interior handle ............................... 2-5
interior release ..................................................2-9
opening ................................................................ 2-8
opening, no power ..........................................2-9
lifting Model S ..................................................... 7-23
lights
convenience lights
......................................... 4-11
cornering lights .............................................. 4-13
exterior ............................................................... 4-11
fog lights ............................................................ 4-11
hazard warning ............................................... 4-14
headlights .......................................................... 4-11
headlights after exit ...................................... 4-13
interior ................................................................. 4-11
turn signals ....................................................... 4-14
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loading
determining load limit ....................................8-4
general information ........................................ 8-3
information label for ....................................... 8-3
lock/unlock status ..................................... 2-4, 4-8
locking
drive-away
.......................................................... 2-5
using the touchscreen ...................................2-4
walk-away ........................................................... 2-5
with key ............................................................... 2-2
lumbar support ...................................................... 3-2
M
maintenance
brake fluid ..........................................................7-17
daily checks ....................................................... 7-2
exterior cleaning .............................................7-12
fluid replacement ............................................. 7-2
fuse replacement ........................................... 7-19
inspecting tires .................................................7-4
interior cleaning ............................................. 7-13
monthly checks ................................................ 7-2
removing access panel ................................ 7-16
replacing wiper blades ................................ 7-15
service intervals ............................................... 7-2
tire pressures ..................................................... 7-3
washer fluid ...................................................... 7-18
windshield washer jets ................................ 7-15
mats ......................................................................... 7-14
media
DAB radio
......................................................... 5-13
favorites ............................................................ 5-15
Internet radio .................................................. 5-14
playing audio files ......................................... 5-15
radio .................................................................... 5-12
TuneIn radio ..................................................... 5-14
volume .................................................................4-3
mileage upon delivery ...................................... 10-2
mirrors
adjusting
.............................................................4-5
automatic dimming .........................................4-5
auto-tilt ................................................................4-5
rear view .............................................................4-5
when reversing .................................................4-5
mobile app ........................................................... 5-25
Mobile Connector
components
....................................................... 6-3
connecting ......................................................... 6-5
disconnecting ....................................................6-5
modifications ....................................................... 7-24
motor specifications ............................................8-6
N
navigation
entering a destination ................................. 5-20
overview ............................................... 5-19, 5-20
Neutral gear, maintaining ................................. 4-7
O
odometer
on instrument panel ....................................... 4-8
on touchscreen ............................................... 4-18
P
Park Assist
how it works ....................................................4-16
limitations and false warnings .................. 4-17
turning chimes on and off .......................... 4-17
visual and audio feedback .......................... 4-16
park gear ................................................................. 4-7
parking brake ....................................................... 4-21
parts replacement ............................................. 7-24
passive unlocking .................................................2-2
phone
Bluetooth, general information
................ 5-17
call menu ........................................................... 5-18
connecting ........................................................ 5-18
importing contacts and media ................. 5-17
instrument panel menu ................................ 5-18
making a call .................................................... 5-18
pairing ................................................................ 5-17
receiving a call ................................................ 5-18
steering wheel buttons ................................. 4-4
unpairing or disconnecting ........................ 5-17
power meter ......................................................... 4-21
power on ................................................................. 4-6
power socket ........................................................ 5-16
power windows .....................................................2-7
powering off Model S ......................................... 4-6
powering on Model S ......................................... 4-6
preferences, setting ............................................ 5-6
public charging stations .................................... 6-3
R
radio
DAB ..................................................................... 5-13
Direct Tune ....................................................... 5-13
favorite stations .............................................. 5-15
Internet radio ................................................... 5-14
overview ............................................................ 5-12
traffic alerts ...................................................... 5-14
TuneIn ................................................................. 5-14
rain sensor ............................................................. 4-15
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range
displayed on instrument panel ................... 4-8
driving tips to maximize ............................. 4-19
regenerative braking .................................... 4-21
Rated range ............................................................ 4-8
rear facing child seats
folding
.................................................................3-12
opening ...............................................................3-11
safety information ......................................... 3-14
seating a child ..................................................3-13
usage restrictions ............................................3-11
rear seats
folding
.................................................................. 3-3
raising .................................................................. 3-3
rear view camera ............................................... 4-24
rear window switches, disabling .................... 2-7
regenerative braking ......................................... 4-21
release notes ....................................................... 5-24
remote window opening ................................... 2-7
reverse gear ............................................................ 4-7
roadside assistance ............................................. 9-2
S
safety information
airbags ................................................................3-18
child seats ........................................................ 3-10
rear facing child seats ................................. 3-14
seat belts ............................................................ 3-6
seat belts
cleaning
..............................................................7-13
fastening ............................................................. 3-4
in a collision ....................................................... 3-5
overview ............................................................. 3-4
pre-tensioners ................................................... 3-5
safety instructions ........................................... 3-6
testing .................................................................. 3-5
wearing ................................................................ 3-4
wearing when pregnant ................................ 3-4
seat covers .............................................................. 3-3
seat heaters ............................................................ 5-8
seating capacity .................................................... 8-3
seating position, driver ...................................... 3-2
seats
adjusting
............................................................. 3-2
heaters ................................................................. 5-8
rear facing, folding .........................................3-12
rear facing, opening ........................... 3-11, 3-12
rear facing, safety information ................. 3-14
rear facing, seating a child ..........................3-13
rear facing, usage restrictions ....................3-11
security settings .................................................5-22
service data recording ..................................... 10-2
service intervals .................................................... 7-2
Settings .................................................................... 5-6
shifting gears ......................................................... 4-7
software updates .............................................. 5-24specifications
12V battery
......................................................... 8-7
brakes ...................................................................8-6
dimensions .........................................................8-5
exterior ................................................................8-5
high voltage Battery ....................................... 8-7
motor ....................................................................8-6
steering ................................................................8-6
suspension .......................................................... 8-7
tires .......................................................................8-8
transmission .......................................................8-6
weights ................................................................8-5
wheels ..................................................................8-8
stability control .................................................. 4-22
starting Model S ................................................... 4-6
Statutory Plate ...................................................... 8-4
steering specifications ........................................8-6
steering wheel
adjusting position
............................................4-3
adjusting sensitivity ........................................4-3
controls, left .......................................................4-3
controls, right ................................................... 4-4
sunroof .................................................................... 2-12
suspension
automatic adjustments
................................. 5-11
indicator lights ................................................. 5-11
Jack mode ......................................................... 5-11
manual settings ............................................... 5-11
T
telematics .............................................................. 10-2
telephone
answering a call
............................................... 4-4
Bluetooth, general information ................ 5-17
call menu ........................................................... 5-18
connecting ........................................................ 5-18
displaying call menu ...................................... 4-4
instrument panel menu ............................... 5-18
making a call .................................................... 5-18
receiving a call ................................................ 5-18
steering wheel buttons ................................. 4-4
temperature
Battery (high voltage), limits
..................... 6-4
cabin, controls for ...........................................5-8
cabin, operating tips ..................................... 5-10
outside ................................................................ 4-8
tie-down straps .................................................... 9-4
tilt detection ........................................................ 5-22
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
malfunction
........................................................7-6
overview ..............................................................7-6
replacing a tire sensor ................................... 7-7
tire pressure, checking ....................................... 7-3
tire repair kit ........................................................... 7-8
inflating with air only .................................... 7-10
inflating with sealant ......................................7-9
replacing the sealant canister .................... 7-11
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tires
asymmetric ........................................................ 7-5
balancing ............................................................7-4
chains ................................................................... 7-6
flat spots .............................................................7-4
inspecting .................................................7-4, 7-5
installing new .................................................... 7-5
pressure monitoring ....................................... 7-6
pressures, how to check ............................... 7-3
punctures ............................................................7-4
replacing ............................................................. 7-5
replacing a tire sensor ................................... 7-7
replacing tire sealant ......................................7-11
rotation of ...........................................................7-4
specification ......................................................8-8
tire sealant .......................................................... 7-8
understanding tire markings ..................... 8-10
wear patterns ....................................................7-4
winter ................................................................... 7-5
touch up body ..................................................... 7-14
touchscreen
brightness
........................................................... 5-2
cleaning ............................................................. 7-13
Controls ...............................................................5-4
overview .............................................................. 5-2
Settings ............................................................... 5-6
software updates .......................................... 5-24
tow chain, connecting ........................................ 9-3
Tow mode ............................................................... 9-3
towing
connecting the tow chain
............................. 9-3
Jack mode .......................................................... 9-3
keeping Model S in Neutral ..........................9-3
securing the wheels ....................................... 9-4
towing a trailer ......................................................8-4
towing instructions .............................................. 9-3
TPMS
malfunction
........................................................ 7-6
overview .............................................................. 7-6
replacing a tire sensor ................................... 7-7
traction control .................................................. 4-22
traffic alerts ........................................................... 5-14
trailer hitches .........................................................8-4
transmission specifications ...............................8-6
transporting
connecting the tow chain
............................. 9-3
Jack mode .......................................................... 9-3
keeping Model S in Neutral ..........................9-3
securing the wheels ....................................... 9-4
trip information ................................................... 4-18
trunk, front
closing
................................................................ 2-10
inside emergency release .............................2-11
opening .............................................................. 2-10
opening, no power ..........................................2-11trunk, rear
adjust opening height
....................................2-8
child protection locks .....................................2-5
closing ..................................................................2-8
disabling interior handle ...............................2-5
interior release ................................................. 2-9
opening ................................................................2-8
opening, no power ......................................... 2-9
Ttire and Loading Information label ..............8-3
TuneIn ...................................................................... 5-14
turn signals ............................................................4-14
U
Units & Format ...................................................... 5-6
unlocking
passive
.................................................................2-2
trunk, front ........................................................ 2-10
trunk, rear ...........................................................2-8
using the touchscreen ................................... 2-4
when key does not work ...............................2-5
with key ...............................................................2-2
USB devices
connecting
........................................................ 5-16
playing audio files from ............................... 5-15
USB ports ............................................................... 5-16
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............8-2
vehicle loading
determining load limit
................................... 8-4
general information .........................................8-3
information label ..............................................8-3
load calculation examples ........................... 8-4
vent, sunroof ......................................................... 2-12
ventilation ................................................... 5-9, 5-10
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) .............8-2
volume control ............................................ 4-3, 5-2
W
walk-away locking ................................................2-5
warning flashers ..................................................4-14
warning lights
ABS
.................................................................... 4-20
air suspension ................................................... 5-11
airbag .................................................................. 3-18
Jack mode ......................................................... 5-11
summary of ....................................................... 4-9
tire pressure .......................................................7-3
traction control .............................................. 4-22
washer fluid, topping up .................................. 7-18
washer jets, cleaning ......................................... 7-15
washers ................................................................... 4-15
weight specifications ...........................................8-5
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wheel chocks ..........................................................9-4
wheels
alignment of
...................................................... 7-4
replacing ............................................................. 7-5
specifications .................................................... 8-8
windows
opening and closing
....................................... 2-7
opening from outside .................................... 2-7
rear, child protection ..................................... 2-7
rear, locking ....................................................... 2-7
using key to open ............................................ 2-7
using the switch ............................................... 2-7
windshield washer fluid, topping up ............7-18
windshield washer jets ......................................7-15
windshield washers ........................................... 4-15
windshield wiper blades, replacing ..............7-15
windshield wipers, using .................................. 4-15
winter tires .............................................................. 7-5
wiper blades, replacing .....................................7-15
wipers ..................................................................... 4-15
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Tesla Motors Netherlands B.V.
Atlasstraat 7-9, 5047 RG
Tilburg, Netherlands
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