2014 TESLA MODEL S lock

SubsystemsSubsystems
8.6MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
SubsystemsMotor
Transmission
Steering
Brakes
Type AC induction motor, liquid-cooled, with variable
frequency drive
Rating 375 Volts
Maximum Speed 16000 rpm
Type Single speed fixed gear
Overall Final Drive Ratio 9.73:1
Reverse Gear Reverse direction of motor, limited to 24 km/h
Type Rack and pinion with electronic power steering
Variable ratio and speed sensitive
Number of turns lock to lock 2.45
Turning Circle (curb to curb) 11.3 metres
Type 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with
Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Integrated
Advanced Stability Control and Electronic
Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking
system
Calipers Four piston fixed
Rotor Diameters (ventilated) Front: 13.98”/355 mm
Rear: 14.37”/365 mm
Front Rotor thickness New: 1.26”/32 mm
Service limit: 1.18”/30 mm
Rear Rotor thickness New: 1.10”/28 mm
Service limit: 1.02”/26 mm
Front Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back
plate)New: 0.354”/9.0 mm
Service limit: 0.078”/2 mm
Rear Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back
plate)New: 0.315”/8.0 mm
Service limit: 0.078”/2 mm
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Pad
Thickness (excluding back plate). Electronic
calipers self-adjust for pad wear.New: 0.216”/5.5 mm
Service limit: 0.039”/1 mm
Parking brake Electrically actuated parking brake calipers
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Instructions for TransportersInstructions for Transporters
9.4MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL 2.Insert the towing eye.
Fully insert the towing eye (found in the
front trunk) into the opening on the right
side, then turn counter-clockwise until
securely fastened.
3.Attach the tow chain to the towing eye.
CAUTION: Before pulling, make sure the
towing eye is securely tightened.
Pull Onto the Trailer and Secure the
Wheels
Secure wheels using chocks and tie-down
straps:
•Ensure any metal parts on the tie-down
straps do not contact painted surfaces or
the face of the wheels.
•Do not place straps over body panels or
through the wheels.
CAUTION: Attaching straps to the
chassis, suspension or other parts of the
body can cause damage.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not
transport Model S with the tires directly
on the ground.
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INDEX
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ................. 4-20
access panel, removing .....................................7-16
accessories, installing ...................................... 7-24
accessories, plugging into power socket .5-16
air circulation ......................................................... 5-9
air conditioning
operating tips
................................................. 5-10
overview ............................................................. 5-8
air distribution ....................................................... 5-9
air filter ................................................................... 5-10
air suspension
automatic adjustments
.................................5-11
indicator lights ..................................................5-11
Jack mode ..........................................................5-11
manual settings ................................................5-11
air vents .................................................................. 5-10
airbags
after a collision
................................................3-18
front passenger, disabling ..........................3-17
how they work ................................................ 3-16
indicator lights .................................................3-18
inflation effects ...............................................3-18
location of .........................................................3-15
safety information ..........................................3-18
types of ............................................................. 3-16
alarm ........................................................................5-22
antifreeze ................................................................7-16
anti-lock braking (ABS) .................................. 4-20
audio
devices, connecting
...................................... 5-16
devices, playing from ....................................5-15
playing files .......................................................5-15
steering wheel buttons ................................. 4-3
automatic car washes ........................................ 7-12
B
backup camera ................................................... 4-24
battery (12V)
going flat
............................................................6-4
specifications .................................................... 8-7
Battery (high voltage)
care of
..................................................................6-4
coolant ................................................................7-16
discharge, impact of .......................................6-4
fluid check .........................................................7-16
general information ........................................6-4
specifications .................................................... 8-7
temperature limits ...........................................6-4
battery (key), replacing ..................................... 2-3
Bluetooth
audio devices, connecting
..........................5-15
general information .......................................5-17
phone, connecting .........................................5-18
phone, contacts and media ........................5-17
phone, disconnecting ...................................5-17
phone, pairing ..................................................5-17
phone, unpairing .............................................5-17body repairs
......................................................... 7-24
body touch up ..................................................... 7-14
brake fluid replacement ..................................... 7-2
brakes
anti-lock (ABS)
..............................................4-20
emergency braking ......................................4-20
fluid level ........................................................... 7-17
inspecting ........................................................4-20
regenerative braking .................................... 4-21
specifications ....................................................8-6
wear ...................................................................4-20
C
cabin temperature control ................................5-8
camera (rear view) ............................................ 4-24
capacity weight .....................................................8-3
car cover ................................................................ 7-14
car washes ............................................................. 7-12
carpets, cleaning ................................................. 7-13
chains ........................................................................7-6
charge cable
connecting
..........................................................6-5
disconnecting ....................................................6-5
charge current .......................................................6-7
charge levels ...........................................................6-7
charge port .............................................................6-5
charge port light .................................................. 6-6
charging
adapters
..............................................................6-3
charge port ........................................................6-5
connecting the charge cable ......................6-5
current setting ..................................................6-7
disconnecting the charge cable .................6-5
equipment summary ......................................6-3
High Power Wall Connector ........................6-3
instructions .........................................................6-5
light ...................................................................... 6-6
mobile equipment for ....................................6-3
public charging stations ................................6-3
set charge limit .................................................6-7
settings ................................................................6-7
status ....................................................................6-8
stopping ..............................................................6-5
charging schedule, setting ................................6-7
child protection
disabling liftgate
.............................................. 2-5
disabling rear door handles ......................... 2-5
locking rear windows ..................................... 2-7
child seats
choosing
.............................................................. 3-7
general guidelines ........................................... 3-7
installation methods .......................................3-8
installing multiple .............................................3-9
ISOFIX type, installing ...................................3-9
larger children ...................................................3-8
rear facing, opening ....................................... 3-11
rear facing, restrictions ................................ 3-11
rear facing, safety .......................................... 3-14
rear facing, seating a child ......................... 3-13
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safety information ......................................... 3-10
seat belt retained, installing ........................ 3-8
testing ................................................................ 3-10
upper tether straps ....................................... 3-10
cleaning
exterior
...............................................................7-12
interior ............................................................... 7-13
climate control
operating tips
.................................................. 5-10
overview .............................................................. 5-8
cold weather option .......................................... 4-15
console
armrests
............................................................ 2-14
cup holders ...................................................... 2-14
power socket ................................................... 5-16
USB ports .......................................................... 5-16
contact information
Tesla
.................................................................... 10-3
coolant
Battery (high voltage)
................................. 7-16
replacement of ................................................. 7-2
cornering lights ................................................... 4-13
cruise control ...................................................... 4-23
cup holders ........................................................... 2-14
current, charging .................................................. 6-7
customizing Model S ........................................... 5-6
D
DAB radio .............................................................. 5-13
dashboard overview ............................................. 1-2
data recording ..................................................... 10-2
de-icing ................................................................... 4-15
delivery mileage .................................................. 10-2
devices
Bluetooth, playing audio files
................... 5-15
connecting ....................................................... 5-16
playing audio files from ............................... 5-15
dimensions .............................................................. 8-5
dome (map) lights .............................................. 4-11
door handles
exterior
................................................................2-4
interior .................................................................2-4
door labels ............................................................... 8-3
doors
child protection locks
.................................... 2-5
drive-away locking .......................................... 2-5
interior rear, opening with no power ....... 2-6
locking and unlocking, key .......................... 2-2
locking and unlocking, touchscreen ........2-4
opening exterior, no power ......................... 2-5
opening, exterior handles .............................2-4
opening, interior handles ..............................2-4
unlocking when key does not work ......... 2-5
walk-away locking ........................................... 2-5
drive gear ................................................................4-7
drive-away locking ............................................... 2-5driver
profiles, creating
............................................. 4-2
seat adjustment ................................................3-2
seating position ................................................3-2
driving
energy gains
.................................................... 4-21
seating position ................................................3-2
starting Model S .............................................. 4-6
tips to maximize range ................................ 4-19
E
electric parking brake ....................................... 4-21
emergency flashers ............................................4-14
emergency rear door opening ........................ 2-6
energy
app
....................................................................... 4-19
displaying usage of .......................................4-19
gained from regenerative braking .......... 4-21
graph .................................................................. 4-19
range information ........................................... 4-8
tips to minimize usage of ........................... 4-19
event data recording ......................................... 10-2
exterior
car cover
........................................................... 7-14
cleaning ............................................................. 7-12
dimensions ..........................................................8-5
overview ...............................................................1-3
polishing, touch up, & repair ...................... 7-14
specifications .....................................................8-5
exterior lights, controlling ................................ 4-11
F
fan speed, interior ................................................ 5-9
favorites, adding and removing .................... 5-15
features, downloading new ........................... 5-24
flash drives
connecting
........................................................ 5-16
playing audio from ........................................ 5-15
flashers, warning .................................................4-14
flat tire repair ..........................................................7-8
floor mats ............................................................... 7-14
fluids
Battery (high voltage)
................................. 7-16
brake ................................................................... 7-17
replacement of ..................................................7-2
windshield washer ......................................... 7-18
fog lights ................................................................. 4-11
free rolling .............................................................. 4-7
front passenger detection ............................... 3-17
front suspension specifications .......................8-7
front trunk
closing
................................................................ 2-10
opening .............................................................. 2-10
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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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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
V
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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