Touchscreen - Settings
USING THE TOUCHSCREEN5.7 1.Adjust settings associated with installed
apps (applications). Apps that have no
settings that you can adjust at this time are
grayed out.
2.Create driver profiles (see page 4.2)
3.Language & Units
Adjust how Model S displays:
•Language: Set the language used when
Model S displays alerts, notification
messages, and navigation instructions (if
equipped).
NOTE: When you change the language,
you experience a brief delay as Model S
shuts down and restarts the touchscreen.
•Region: Choose a region to define the
formatting convention used to display
dates (mm dd yy/dd-mm-yy, etc) and
decimal separators (5.123, 5,123, etc).
•Distance: Miles or kms can be shown on
the range display, speedometer, energy
chart, trip meters, Google map searches
and navigation routes.
•Time: 12 or 24 hour format.
•Temperature:
oF or oC.
•Charging Units: Display energy (kWh) or
distance (miles/kms).
•Range: Rated range (based on ECE R101
testing), or Ideal range (based on the
assumption of driving in ideal conditions
at a steady speed of 89 km/h on a flat
road, and using no additional energy
(seat heaters, air conditioning, etc).
4.Ve h i c l e
•Drive-away Door Lock: If on, all doors
automatically lock whenever you drive
Model S over 8 km/h (see page 2.5).
•Walk-away Door Lock: If on, all doors
automatically lock when you walk away
from Model S, carrying the key with you
(see page 2.5). Available only if Model S is
equipped with the optional tech package.
•Child-Protection Locks: If on, safety locks
prevent the rear doors and the liftgate
from being opened from inside Model S.
•Auto-Present Handles: If on, door handles
extend automatically whenever you
approach Model S carrying a key,
whether locked or unlocked (see
page 2.4.•Mirror Auto-Tilt: If on, exterior mirrors tilt
downward when reversing (see
page 4.5). Available only if Model S is
equipped with the optional tech package.
•Headlights After Exit: If on, headlights
stay on for two minutes after you exit, or
until you lock Model S (see page 4.13).
•Range Mode: If on, Model S conserves
energy by limiting the power of the
climate control system. Cabin heating and
cooling may be less effective.
5.Safety & Security
Turn various safety and security features on
and off:
•Passenger Airbag (see page 3.17).
•Alarm, and security options Model S is
equipped with (see page 5.22).
•Remote access by Tesla’s mobile
applications (see page 5.25).
6.HomeLink
Use HomeLink to control RF-enabled
garage doors, lights, or security systems
(see page 5.23).
WARNING: Do not read the touchscreen
while driving. Doing so increases the
likelihood of a collision. Everything you need to
know when driving is displayed on the
instrument panel.
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Mobile App
USING THE TOUCHSCREEN5.25
Mobile AppModel S Mobile App
The Tesla Model S mobile app allows you to
communicate with Model S remotely using your
iPhone
® or Android™ phone. With this app, you
can check charging progress, start and stop
charging, heat or cool Model S, locate Model S
or track its movement, flash lights, honk the
horn, lock and unlock, and more.
Simply download the app to your phone and
enter your login credentials. You must also
ensure that Model S is ready to communicate
with the mobile app by turning on its remote
access setting. Touch Controls > Settings >
Safety & Security > Remote Access > On.
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INDEX
range
displayed on instrument panel ................... 4-8
driving tips to maximize ............................. 4-19
regenerative braking .................................... 4-21
Rated range ............................................................ 4-8
rear facing child seats
folding
.................................................................3-12
opening ...............................................................3-11
safety information ......................................... 3-14
seating a child ..................................................3-13
usage restrictions ............................................3-11
rear seats
folding
.................................................................. 3-3
raising .................................................................. 3-3
rear view camera ............................................... 4-24
rear window switches, disabling .................... 2-7
regenerative braking ......................................... 4-21
release notes ....................................................... 5-24
remote window opening ................................... 2-7
reverse gear ............................................................ 4-7
roadside assistance ............................................. 9-2
S
safety information
airbags ................................................................3-18
child seats ........................................................ 3-10
rear facing child seats ................................. 3-14
seat belts ............................................................ 3-6
seat belts
cleaning
..............................................................7-13
fastening ............................................................. 3-4
in a collision ....................................................... 3-5
overview ............................................................. 3-4
pre-tensioners ................................................... 3-5
safety instructions ........................................... 3-6
testing .................................................................. 3-5
wearing ................................................................ 3-4
wearing when pregnant ................................ 3-4
seat covers .............................................................. 3-3
seat heaters ............................................................ 5-8
seating capacity .................................................... 8-3
seating position, driver ...................................... 3-2
seats
adjusting
............................................................. 3-2
heaters ................................................................. 5-8
rear facing, folding .........................................3-12
rear facing, opening ........................... 3-11, 3-12
rear facing, safety information ................. 3-14
rear facing, seating a child ..........................3-13
rear facing, usage restrictions ....................3-11
security settings .................................................5-22
service data recording ..................................... 10-2
service intervals .................................................... 7-2
Settings .................................................................... 5-6
shifting gears ......................................................... 4-7
software updates .............................................. 5-24specifications
12V battery
......................................................... 8-7
brakes ...................................................................8-6
dimensions .........................................................8-5
exterior ................................................................8-5
high voltage Battery ....................................... 8-7
motor ....................................................................8-6
steering ................................................................8-6
suspension .......................................................... 8-7
tires .......................................................................8-8
transmission .......................................................8-6
weights ................................................................8-5
wheels ..................................................................8-8
stability control .................................................. 4-22
starting Model S ................................................... 4-6
Statutory Plate ...................................................... 8-4
steering specifications ........................................8-6
steering wheel
adjusting position
............................................4-3
adjusting sensitivity ........................................4-3
controls, left .......................................................4-3
controls, right ................................................... 4-4
sunroof .................................................................... 2-12
suspension
automatic adjustments
................................. 5-11
indicator lights ................................................. 5-11
Jack mode ......................................................... 5-11
manual settings ............................................... 5-11
T
telematics .............................................................. 10-2
telephone
answering a call
............................................... 4-4
Bluetooth, general information ................ 5-17
call menu ........................................................... 5-18
connecting ........................................................ 5-18
displaying call menu ...................................... 4-4
instrument panel menu ............................... 5-18
making a call .................................................... 5-18
receiving a call ................................................ 5-18
steering wheel buttons ................................. 4-4
temperature
Battery (high voltage), limits
..................... 6-4
cabin, controls for ...........................................5-8
cabin, operating tips ..................................... 5-10
outside ................................................................ 4-8
tie-down straps .................................................... 9-4
tilt detection ........................................................ 5-22
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
malfunction
........................................................7-6
overview ..............................................................7-6
replacing a tire sensor ................................... 7-7
tire pressure, checking ....................................... 7-3
tire repair kit ........................................................... 7-8
inflating with air only .................................... 7-10
inflating with sealant ......................................7-9
replacing the sealant canister .................... 7-11
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