2014 TESLA MODEL S Owner's manual (Europe)

Rear Trunk
OPENING AND CLOSING2.9
Interior Release
To open the trunk from inside Model S, press
the interior release switch 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
the child-protection locks are turned on (see
page 2.5), or if Model S is moving.
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.
1.Remove the cover by pulling its lower edge
very firmly toward you.
2.Pull the cable to release the latch.
3.Push the liftgate open.
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Front TrunkFront Trunk
2.10MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Front TrunkOpening
To open the front trunk:
•To u c h Controls > Front Trunk on the
touchscreen, or double-click the front trunk
button on the key.
•Pull the hood up.
The door open indicator displays on 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 situations
where Model S has no electrical power, see
page 2.11.
Closing
Lower the hood, then place both hands on the
front of the hood as shown. Press down firmly
with both hands to engage the latches. Lift the
front edge of the hood to ensure it is fully
closed.
WARNING: Slamming or dropping the
hood can cause damage, and does not
ensure that it is properly closed.
WARNING: Do not drive with the hood
secured by the secondary catch alone.
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Front Trunk
OPENING AND CLOSING2.11
Interior Emergency Release
An interior release button inside the front trunk
allows a person locked inside to get out. This
release button is active whenever Model S is
stationary.
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.
Opening with No Power
If Model S has no electrical power, or if you are
unable to open the front trunk using the
touchscreen or key, pull the mechanical release
lever located below the glove box. This releases
the primary catch.
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.
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SunroofSunroof
2.12MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
SunroofOpening and Closing
If your Model S is equipped with a sunroof,
touch Controls > Sunroof on the touchscreen
to operate it. Drag, or tap on, the sunroof slider
bar, or touch the image of the sunroof and drag
it. The sunroof moves to the selected position.
To u c h OPEN once to open the sunroof to its
comfort position (80% 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.
To u c h OPEN twice to open the sunroof fully.
To u c h 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’s
anti-trap mechanism.
To u c h VENT to open the sunroof slightly.
To stop the sunroof from moving at any time,
touch the image of the sunroof. WA R N I N G : D o n o t a l l o w o c c u p a n t s t o
extend any part of their body through the
sunroof. Doing so can cause serious
injury from flying debris, tree branches, or other
obstructions.
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.
CAUTION: Remove snow and ice before
opening the sunroof. Opening a sunroof
covered in snow and ice can cause
damage.
CAUTION: Do not carry objects in
Model S that protrude through the
sunroof. Doing so can damage the
sunroof’s seals and anti-trap mechanism.
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Glove Box
OPENING AND CLOSING2.13
Glove BoxOpening and Closing
To open the glove box, press the switch located
to the right of the touchscreen. If you leave the
glove box open for five minutes, its light
automatically turns off.
NOTE: The glove 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.
WARNING: When driving, keep the glove
box closed to prevent injury to a
passenger if a collision or sudden stop
occurs.
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Cup HoldersCup Holders
2.14MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Cup HoldersOpening and Closing
To expose a cup holder, slide back the armrest.
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3.1
SEATING AND SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Front and Rear Seats
Correct Driving Position ................................ 3.2
Adjusting the Driver’s Seat ........................... 3.2
Folding Rear Seats........................................... 3.3
Raising Rear Seats ........................................... 3.3
Head Supports................................................... 3.3
Seat Covers......................................................... 3.3
Seat Belts
Wearing Seat Belts ......................................... 3.4
Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant ........ 3.4
Seat Belt Pre-tensioners ................................ 3.5
Testing Seat Belts ............................................ 3.5
Seat Belt Warnings ......................................... 3.6
Child Safety SeatsGuidelines for Seating Children .................. 3.7
Choosing a Child Safety Seat ...................... 3.7
Seating Larger Children ................................. 3.8
Installing Child Safety Seats......................... 3.8
Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats 3.8
Installing ISOFIX Child Seats....................... 3.9
Attaching Upper Tether Straps ................ 3.10
Testing a Child Safety Seat ........................ 3.10
Warnings - Child Safety Seats................... 3.10
Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child
Seats
Usage Restrictions .......................................... 3.11
Opening............................................................... 3.11
Folding................................................................ 3.12
Seating a Child ................................................ 3.13
Warnings - Tesla Child Seats ..................... 3.14
Airbags
Location of Airbags ....................................... 3.15
How the Airbags Work................................. 3.16
Types of Airbags ............................................ 3.16
Disabling the Front Passenger Airbag ... 3.17
Inflation Effects ............................................... 3.18
Airbag Warning Indicator ........................... 3.18
Airbag Warnings............................................. 3.18
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Front and Rear SeatsFront and Rear Seats
3.2MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
SEATING AND SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Front and Rear SeatsCorrect 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 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 integrated head supports
that cannot be adjusted or removed.
Adjusting the Driver’s Seat
1.Adjust lumbar support.
2.Adjust backrest.
3.Move seat forward/backward.
4.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.
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