7.1
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule
Service Intervals................................................ 7.2
Daily and Monthly Checks............................. 7.2
High Voltage Safety ........................................ 7.2
Tire Care and Maintenance
Maintaining Tire Pressures ............................ 7.3
Inspecting and Maintaining Tires .............. 7.4
Replacing Tires and Wheels ......................... 7.5
Using Tire Chains .............................................. 7.6
Tire Pressure Monitoring ............................... 7.6
Temporary Tire RepairTire Repair Kit .................................................... 7.8
Inflating with Sealant and Air ...................... 7.9
Inflating with Air Only................................... 7.10
Replacing the Sealant Canister .................. 7.11
Cleaning
Cleaning the Exterior .................................... 7.12
Cleaning the Interior ..................................... 7.13
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body Repair... 7.14
Using a Car Cover .......................................... 7.14
Floor Mats ......................................................... 7.14
Wiper Blades and Washer Jets
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades.. 7.15
Cleaning Washer Jets ................................... 7.15
Fluid ReservoirsRemoving the Maintenance Panel ........... 7.16
Checking Battery Coolant........................... 7.16
Checking Brake Fluid .................................... 7.17
Topping Up Washer Fluid ........................... 7.18
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations ....................................... 7.19
Replacing a Fuse ............................................ 7.19
Fuse Box 1 ........................................................ 7.20
Fuse Box 2......................................................... 7.21
Fuse Box 3 ....................................................... 7.22
Fuse Box 4 ....................................................... 7.22
Jacking and Lifting
Jacking Procedure ........................................ 7.23
Parts and Accessories
Parts, Accessories, and Modifications ... 7.24
Body Repairs ................................................... 7.24
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Fuses
MAINTENANCE7.19
FusesFuse Box Locations
Three fuse boxes are located under the
maintenance panel, located in the front trunk.
For instructions on how to remove this panel,
see page 7.16.
1.Fuse box 1 (see page 7.20). DO NOT replace
these fuses. If one of them fails, contact
Te s l a .
2.Fuse box 2. (see page 7.21).
3.Fuse box 3 (see page 7.22).
If Model S is equipped with the cold weather
option, an additional fuse box (4) is located
under the driver’s side trim panel.
Replacing a Fuse
To remove a fuse box cover, press the plastic
tabs on either side.
Identify the fuse protecting the affected circuit.
Refer to the label on the inside of the fuse box
cover or the fuse tables provided in this section.
Pull the fuse to remove it. A break in the wire
inside the fuse indicates that the fuse has
blown.
NOTE: Do not replace fuses in fuse boxes
1 and 4, and do not remove or replace any
relays. If one of these fails, contact Tesla.
WARNING: Always manually power
Model S off before replacing a fuse (see
page 4.6).
CAUTION: Only use Tesla approved
replacement fuses of the same rating and
specification. Using an incorrect fuse can
damage the electrical system and result
in a fire.
CAUTION: If a replacement fuse blows
after installation, contact Tesla to have
the electrical system checked.
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INDEX
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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