2014 TESLA MODEL S isofix

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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Child Safety Seats
SEATING AND SAFETY RESTRAINTS 3.7
Child Safety SeatsGuidelines for Seating Children
You must restrain infants and small children
using a 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 Tesla built in
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 3.11).
Refer to the tables below for guidelines on the type of seatbelt installed and ISOFIX installed child
restraint you should used based on the weight of the child.
Seatbelt Installed Child Restraints
ISOFIX Installed Child Restraints
NOTE: If the combined weight of the child and the child safety seat is over 29 kg, Tesla recommends
attaching the safety seat using the seat belt and upper tether strap. In addition to safety, this has
the added benefit of ensuring the seat belt reminder does not stay lit. Always follow the seat belt
manufacturer’s instructions when installing child safety seats.
Mass GroupFront
PassengerRear
OutboardRear
Centre
Group 0up to 10 kg L U U
Group 0+up to 13 kg L U U
Group 19 - 18 kg UF* U, UF U, UF
Group II15 - 25 kg UF* U, UF U, UF
Group III 22 - 36 kg UF* U, UF U, UF
U: Universal rear facing child restraint
UF: Universal forward facing child restraint
L: Suitable for these particular child restraints - Maxi-Cosi Cabrio/Cabriofix E4 04443517 or Takata Mini E4
04443717
*: Seat must be placed in rearmost highest position
Vehicle ISOFIX Position
Mass GroupSize ClassFixtureRear OutboardRear Centre
Group 0up to 10 kg E R1 IL IL
Group 0+up to 13 kg E R1 IL IL
DR2 IL IL
CR3 IL IL
Group 19 - 18 kg D R2 U, UF IL
CR3 U, UF IL
BF2 IUF IUF
B1 F2x IUF IUF
AF3 IUF IUF
IL: Suitable for any semi-universal child restraint (any rear or forward facing restraint with support leg)
IUF: Suitable for any universal child restraint (forward facing with tether)
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Child Safety SeatsChild Safety Seats
3.8MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Seating Larger Children
If a child is too large to fit into a child safety
seat, but too small to safely fit into the standard
seat belts, use a booster seat appropriate for
the child’s age and size. Carefully follow the
manufacturer’s instructions to secure the
booster seat using the seat belts. Do not use
the ISOFIX system to secure booster seats,
even in situations where the booster seat is
equipped with the ISOFIX system.
Installing Child Safety Seats
There are two general methods used to install
child safety seats:
•Seat belt retained - these seats are secured
using the vehicle’s seat belts (see page 3.8).
•ISOFIX* retained - these seats can attach to
anchor bars built into the vehicle’s rear
seats (see page 3.9).
Check the child safety seat manufacturer’s
instructions and the table on page 3.7 to
determine which installation method to use.
Some child safety seats can be installed using
either method. Always follow the child safety
seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Installing Seat Belt Retained Child
Seats
First, make sure that the child falls into the
correct weight range for the seat.
Avoid dressing the child in bulky clothing and
do not place any objects between the child and
the restraint system.
Adjust harnesses for every child, every trip.
Always follow the detailed instructions
provided by the child safety seat manufacturer.
General guidelines are provided below.
1.Place the child safety seat in Model S, route
the seat belt, and secure the buckle in
accordance with the child safety seat
manufacturer’s instructions.
2.Allow the seat belt to retract, and remove
all slack in the seat belt while firmly pushing
the child safety seat into the Model S seat.
3.If the seat belt retained child safety seat has
an upper tether, attach it to the back of the
seat (see page 3.10).
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Child Safety Seats
SEATING AND SAFETY RESTRAINTS 3.9
Installing ISOFIX Child Seats
Lower ISOFIX anchor points are provided at all
three second row seating positions and are
located between the seat back rest and rear
cushion. The exact location of each anchor
point is indicated by the child safety seat
identification tab on the seat.
Although ISOFIX anchor points are provided at
all three rear seating positions, you can only use
two at the same time. To seat three children,
use a non-ISOFIX retained seat in the middle.
When installing two ISOFIX retained child
safety seats, you cannot install them adjacent
to each other with one in the middle and the
other on the left (driver’s side). To install a ISOFIX retained child safety seat,
slide the safety seat latches onto the anchor
bars until they click into place. Carefully read
and follow the instructions provided by the
child safety seat manufacturer.
Once installed, test the security of the
installation before seating a child. Attempt to
twist the child safety seat from side to side and
try to pull it away from the seat, then check that
the anchors are still securely in place.
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Child Safety SeatsChild Safety Seats
3.10MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Attaching Upper Tether Straps
If an upper tether strap is provided, attach its
hook to the anchor point located on the back of
the rear seats. Always position the strap so that
it runs over the center of the Model S head
support, except in cases where you are
installing a ISOFIX retained child safety seat in
the center position—in this case, run the strap
over the left hand side of the head support, as
shown. Tighten according to the child safety
seat manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: To prevent the strap from moving from
side to side, the top of the head support
deforms.
Testing a Child Safety Seat
Before seating a child, always make sure the
child safety seat is not loose:
1.Hold the child safety seat by the belt path
and try to slide the safety seat from side to
side and front to back.
2.If the seat moves more than 2.5 cm, it is too
loose. Tighten the belt or reconnect the
ISOFIX retained child safety seat.
3.If you are unable to reduce slack, try a
different seat location or try another child
safety seat.
Warnings - Child Safety Seats
WARNING: Do not allow a baby or infant
to be held on a lap. All children should be
restrained in an appropriate child safety seat at
all times.
WARNING: To ensure children are safely
seated, follow all instructions provided in
this document and by the manufacturer of the
child safety seat.
WARNING: Children should ride in a rear
facing child safety seat using the seat’s
integrated 5 point harness for as long as
possible.
WARNING: When seating larger children,
make sure the child's head is supported
and the child’s seat belt is properly adjusted
and fastened. The shoulder portion of the belt
must be away from the face and neck, and the
lap portion must not be over the stomach.
WARNING: Never attach two child safety
seats to one anchor point. In a collision,
one anchor point may not be strong enough to
secure both seats.
WARNING: Child safety seat anchors can
withstand loads resulting only from
correctly fitted child safety seats. Do not use
these anchors for any other purpose.
WARNING: Always check harnesses and
tether straps for damage and wear.
WARNING: Never leave a child
unattended in Model S, even if the child is
secured in a child safety seat.
WARNING: Never use a child safety seat
that has been involved in an accident.
Have the seat inspected or replaced as a
described in the child safety seat
manufacturer’s instructions.
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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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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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