P/N: 1028871-07-A REV: 1i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEWInterior Overview............................................... 1.2
Exterior Overview ............................................. 1.3
OPENING AND CLOSING
Doors ..................................................................... 2.2
Windows .............................................................. 2.7
Rear Trunk........................................................... 2.8
Front Trunk ....................................................... 2.10
Sunroof ............................................................... 2.12
Glove Box .......................................................... 2.13
Cup Holders ...................................................... 2.14
SEATING AND SAFETY
RESTRAINTS
Front and Rear Seats ...................................... 3.2
Seat Belts............................................................ 3.4
Child Safety Seats ............................................ 3.7
Tesla Built In Rear Facing Child Seats..... 3.11
Airbags ............................................................... 3.15
DRIVINGDriver Profiles ................................................... 4.2
Steering Wheel ................................................. 4.3
Mirrors .................................................................. 4.5
Starting and Powering Off ........................... 4.6
Gears .................................................................... 4.7
Instrument Panel.............................................. 4.8
Lights ................................................................... 4.11
Wipers and Washers ..................................... 4.15
Park Assist......................................................... 4.16
Trip Information .............................................. 4.18
Energy Usage................................................... 4.19
Brakes ................................................................ 4.20
Traction Control............................................. 4.22
Cruise Control ................................................. 4.23
Rear View Camera ........................................ 4.24
USING THE TOUCHSCREEN
Touchscreen Overview.................................. 5.2
Touchscreen - Controls................................. 5.4
Touchscreen - Settings................................. 5.6
Climate Controls ............................................... 5.8
Active Air Suspension ................................... 5.11
Media and Audio............................................. 5.12
Phone .................................................................. 5.17Maps ..................................................................... 5.19
Navigation ....................................................... 5.20
Security Settings ............................................ 5.22
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver............ 5.23
Software Updates .......................................... 5.24
Mobile App ....................................................... 5.25
CHARGING
Electric Vehicle Components ...................... 6.2
Battery Information ........................................ 6.4
Charging Model S ............................................ 6.5
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule ................................... 7.2
Tire Care and Maintenance .......................... 7.3
Temporary Tire Repair................................... 7.8
Cleaning.............................................................. 7.12
Wiper Blades and Washer Jets ................. 7.15
Fluid Reservoirs ............................................... 7.16
Fuses.................................................................... 7.19
Jacking and Lifting ........................................ 7.23
Parts and Accessories .................................. 7.24
SPECIFICATIONS
Identification Labels ....................................... 8.2
Vehicle Loading ................................................ 8.3
Dimensions and Weights .............................. 8.5
Subsystems ........................................................ 8.6
Wheels and Tires.............................................. 8.8
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
About Roadside Assistance......................... 9.2
Instructions for Transporters ...................... 9.3
CONSUMER INFORMATIONDisclaimers ....................................................... 10.2
Reporting Concerns ...................................... 10.3
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Interior OverviewInterior Overview
1.2MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
OVERVIEW
1.Interior doors (page 2.4)
2.High beams (page 4.12)
Turn signals (page 4.14)
Wipers and washers (page 4.15)
3.Cruise control (page 4.23)
4.Steering wheel buttons - left (page 4.3)
5.Instrument panel (page 4.8)
6.Steering wheel buttons - right (page 4.4)
7.Gear selector (page 4.7)
8.Touchscreen (page 5.2)
NOTE: Touch Controls in the bottom left
corner of the touchscreen to control
Model S features such as doors, locks, and
lights.9.Glove box button (page 2.13)
10.Power window switches (page 2.7)
11.Exterior mirror adjustment switches
(page 4.5)
12.Seats (page 3.2)
13.Steering column adjuster (page 4.3)
14.Horn (page 4.4)
15.Brakes (page 4.20)
16.Hazard warning lights (page 4.14)
17.Cabin climate control (page 5.8)
18.Cup holders (page 2.11)
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Exterior Overview
OVERVIEW1.3
Exterior Overview
1.Exterior lights (page 4.11)
2.Door handles (page 2.4)
3.Sunroof (page 2.12)
4.Charge port (page 6.5)
5.Exterior mirrors (page 4.5)6.Front trunk (page 2.10)
7.Wheels and tires (page 8.8)
8.Rear view camera (page 4.24)
9.Rear trunk/liftgate (page 2.8)
10.Parking sensors - optional (page 4.16)
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4.1
DRIVING
Driver Profiles
Creating a Driver Profile ............................... 4.2
Restoring a Driver’s Profile .......................... 4.2
Saved Driver Settings .................................... 4.2
Steering Wheel
Adjusting Position ........................................... 4.3
Adjusting Sensitivity ...................................... 4.3
Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons.......... 4.3
Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons ....... 4.4
Horn ...................................................................... 4.4
MirrorsAdjusting Exterior Side Mirrors.................. 4.5
Rear View Mirror .............................................. 4.5
Starting and Powering Off
Starting Model S .............................................. 4.6
Powering Off ..................................................... 4.6
Gears
Shifting Gears ................................................... 4.7
Leaving Model S in Neutral (Tow Mode) 4.7
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview ......................... 4.8
Indicator Lights ................................................ 4.9
LightsControlling Lights ............................................ 4.11
Headlight High Beams .................................. 4.12
Headlights After Exit..................................... 4.13
Cornering Lights ............................................. 4.13
Turn Signals ...................................................... 4.14
Hazard Warning Flashers ............................ 4.14
Wipers and WashersWipers................................................................. 4.15
Washers ............................................................. 4.15
Park Assist
How Park Assist Works ................................ 4.16
Visual and Audio Feedback ....................... 4.16
Controlling Audible Feedback .................. 4.17
Limitations and False Warnings ............... 4.17
Other Parking Aids ........................................ 4.17
Trip Information
Displaying Trip Information ....................... 4.18
Energy Usage
Displaying Energy Usage ............................ 4.19
Driving Tips to Maximize Range .............. 4.19
Brakes
Braking Systems............................................ 4.20
Brake Wear ..................................................... 4.20
Regenerative Braking.................................... 4.21
Parking Brake ................................................... 4.21
Traction Control
How It Works................................................... 4.22
Cruise ControlOperating Cruise Control ........................... 4.23
Changing the Cruising Speed ................... 4.23
Canceling and Resuming ............................ 4.23
Rear View CameraCamera Location ........................................... 4.24
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Driver ProfilesDriver Profiles
4.2MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
DRIVING
Driver ProfilesCreating a Driver Profile
If Model S is equipped with the optional tech
package, you only need to adjust Model S once.
When you first adjust the driver’s seat, steering
wheel, or driver’s side mirror, the touchscreen
prompts you to create a driver profile. Your
profile saves the position of the seat, steering
wheel, and driver’s side mirror, as well as several
other preferences you make using the
touchscreen’s Settings window (Controls >
Settings).
You can also add a driver profile by touching
Controls > Settings > Driver Profiles. Then
enter the name of the driver and touch Create
Profile.
If you change the position of the steering
wheel, driver’s seat, or driver’s side mirror after
you have saved a profile, the touchscreen
prompts you to save the new position or
restore the previously saved position (other
preferences are automatically saved). To use a
setting without saving or restoring, just ignore
the prompt.
Restoring a Driver’s Profile
To adjust Model S based on a driver’s
profile, touch the driver profile icon,
located to the left side of the Tesla “T”
on the touchscreen’s status bar. Then
choose the driver and the saved
adjustments are automatically made.
Saved Driver Settings
To see what settings are associated with your
driver profile, touch Controls > Settings >
Driver Profiles. Then touch the See what’s
saved link. A popup window displays the
settings that are associated with a driver
profile. These settings vary depending on the
version of software currently running in
Model S.
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Mirrors
DRIVING4.5
MirrorsAdjusting Exterior Side Mirrors
Press the button associated with the mirror you
want to adjust (left or right), then press the dial
to move the mirror to the desired position.
Repeat for the other side mirror. Touch SAVE on
the touchscreen to save the mirror adjustment
in your driver profile.
To fold an exterior mirror, place your hand on
the back of it and push it toward the door.
If Model S is equipped with the optional tech
package, the driver’s side mirror automatically
dims in proportion to the level of glare from the
headlights of a vehicle behind you (except
when in Reverse gear). Also, both exterior side
mirrors have heaters that turn on and off with
the rear window heater.
Mirror Auto-tilt When Reversing
If Model S is equipped with the optional tech
package, both exterior mirrors can
automatically tilt downward when backing up.
To adjust the auto-tilt position, shift into
Reverse, then adjust the mirrors as described
above (press the button associated with the
mirror you want to adjust, then press the dial to
move the mirror to the desired position). Touch
SAVE on the touchscreen to save the mirror
adjustment in your driver profile.
When you shift back into Drive, the mirrors tilt
back to their normal (upward) position. But
now that you have adjusted them for backing
up, they automatically tilt to the selected
downward position whenever you shift into
Reverse.
You can turn the auto-tilt feature on or off using
the touchscreen, Touch Controls > Settings >
Mirror Auto-Tilt.
Rear View Mirror
Except when in Reverse gear, the rear view
mirror automatically dims in proportion to the
level of glare from the headlights of a vehicle
behind you.
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Wipers and Washers
DRIVING4.15
Wipers and WashersWipers
To wipe the windshield, rotate the end of the
left-hand steering column lever away from you.
You can choose from four levels:
•1st: Auto with low rain sensitivity.*
•2nd: Auto with high rain sensitivity.*
•3rd: Continuous, slow.
•4th: Continuous, high.
For a single wipe, press and release the end of
the lever.
If the wipers are set to Auto and the sensor
detects no water, the wipers do not wipe.
When you operate the wipers, headlights
automatically turn on (if they are not on
already).
*Model S has a rain sensor located on the inside
of the windshield at the base of the interior
mirror. When wipers are set to Auto, the
frequency at which they wipe depends on how
much water the sensor detects. When wipers
are set to the 2nd level, the sensor is more
sensitive.
To extend the life of wiper blades, remove ice
from the windshield before turning wipers on.
Ice has sharp edges that can damage the
rubber on the blades.
Periodically check and clean the edge of the
wiper blade. If damaged, replace the blade
immediately. For details on checking replacing
wiper blades, see page 7.15.
CAUTION: In harsh climates, ensure that
the wiper blades are not frozen or
adhered to the windshield.
De-icing Wipers
If Model S is equipped with the cold weather
option, you can de-ice wipers by touching
Controls > Cold Weather > Heated Wipers.
This control heats the wipers for 15 minutes and
then automatically turns off.
Washers
Press and hold the button on the end of the
left-hand steering column lever to spray washer
fluid onto the windshield. The wipers turn on.
When you release, the wipers turn off after
wiping the windshield a couple more times.
Periodically top up washer fluid (see page 7.18).
De-icing Washer Nozzles
If Model S is equipped with the cold weather
option, washer nozzles have de-icers that turn
on whenever the ambient temperature nears
freezing, or when you turn on the heated wipers
(Controls > Cold Weather > Heated Wipers).
The washer de-icers turn off when the heated
wipers turn off (after 15 minutes), provided the
temperature is warm enough to prevent
freezing.
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Park AssistPark Assist
4.16MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Park AssistHow Park Assist Works
If Model S is equipped with the Park Assist
option, both the front and rear bumpers include
four sensors. When moving slowly in Drive or
Reverse, the sensors alert you if an object is
detected close to the front or rear bumper,
respectively.
When driving less than 4.8 km/h, the sensors
are activated.
WARNING: Never depend on Park Assist
to inform you if an area you are
approaching is free of objects and/or people.
Several external factors can reduce the
performance of Park Assist, causing either no
readings or false readings (see page 4.17).
Therefore, depending on Park Assist to
determine if Model S is approaching an
obstruction can result in damage to the vehicle
and/or objects, and can cause serious injury to
people. Always inspect the area with your own
eyes. When reversing, perform shoulder checks
and use all mirrors. Park assist does not detect
children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects that are moving, protruding, located
too far above or below the sensors, or too close
or too far from the sensors. Park Assist is for
guidance purposes only and is not intended to
replace your own direct visual checks for
obstructions or objects. It is not a substitute for
careful driving.
Visual and Audio Feedback
Whenever Model S is moving slowly in Reverse
or Drive at a speed of less than 4.8 km/h, the
left side of the instrument panel provides
feedback to alert you if an object is detected
near the corresponding back or front bumper.
When reversing, visual feedback also displays
on the touchscreen, immediately below the
camera view (see page 4.24).
If chimes are turned on (see page 4.17), an
audible beep sounds as you approach an
object. You can temporarily mute the chime by
pressing the scroll wheel on the left side of the
steering wheel.
Model S detects an
object within about
120 cm in Drive, and
about 160 cm of the
rear bumper in Reverse.
The chime starts to
beep (if enabled).
As Model S moves
closer to the object, the
yellow zone and the
approximate distance
from the object
displays.
When Model S detects
the object within about
40 cm of the front
bumper in Drive, and
about 30 cm of the rear
bumper in Reverse, the
red zone and a stop
advisory displays. The
chime’s beep changes to
a higher pitch.
If a sensor is unable to provide feedback, the
instrument panel displays an alert message.
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