Maps
USING THE TOUCHSCREEN5.19
MapsUsing Maps
Touch the Map icon to view and search for a location on Google MapsTM. If Model S is
equipped with the navigation option, the icon is labeled Nav and you can also navigate to a
specified location as described on the next page. If Model S is not equipped with the
navigation option, onboard maps are not available and you need a data connection to search and
display locations.
1.Display a list of recent searches. If Model S
is equipped with the navigation option, you
can also display recent places you have
navigated to, and locations where you have
previously charged.
2.Touch to enter search information. You can
enter an address, landmark, business, etc.
3.Touch to center the map on your car and
have the map track your position as you
drive. The icon is blue when the map is
tracking your position and by touching the
icon, you can change the orientation of the
map:
North Up - North is always at the top
of the screen.
Heading Up - The direction you are
heading is always at the top of the
screen. The map rotates when you
change direction.
You can rotate the map in any direction.
When you rotate the map you’ll notice the
icon turn gray, indicating the map is no
longer tracking your position. Touch the
icon again to track your position. Whenever the map is not showing
North at the top, a compass appears
on the map. The compass arrow
points North and the text indicates the
direction you are driving.
4.Display Previous Charging locations on the
map.
5.Expand the navigation window to fill the
touchscreen’s entire viewing area.
6.Drag the map to change the geographic
area that is visible in the window.
7.The red arrow marks your current location.
8.Zoom in and out. You can also zoom using
standard touchscreen finger gestures.
9.Toggle between map and satellite views.
10.Toggle between showing traffic and hiding
traffic.
NOTE: To change the size of the font used to
display the map’s labels, touch Controls >
Settings > Apps > Maps.
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Tire Care and Maintenance
MAINTENANCE7.5
Improving Tire Mileage
To improve the mileage you get from your tires,
maintain tires at the recommended tire
pressures (see page 7.3), observe speed limits
and advisory speeds, and avoid:
•Pulling away quickly, or hard acceleration.
•Fast turns and heavy braking.
•Potholes and objects in the road.
•Hitting curbs when parking.
•Contaminating tires with fluids that can
cause damage.
Replacing Tires and Wheels
Tires degrade over time due to the effects of
ultraviolet light, extreme temperatures, high
loads, and environmental conditions. It is
recommended that tires are replaced every six
years, or sooner if required.
Wheel rims and tires are matched to suit the
handling characteristics of the vehicle.
Replacement tires must comply with the
original specification. If tires other than those
specified are used, ensure that the load and
speed ratings marked on the tire (see
page 8.10) equal or exceed those of the original
specification.
Ideally, you should replace all four tires at the
same time. If this is not possible, replace the
tires in pairs (both front or both rear). When
replacing tires, always re-balance and check
the alignment of wheels.
For the specification of the original wheels and
tires installed on Model S, see page 8.8.
WARNING: For your safety, use only tires
and wheels that match the original
specification. Tires that do not match the
original specification can affect the operation
of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Asymmetric Tires
Model S tires are asymmetric and must be
mounted on the wheel with the correct sidewall
facing outward. The sidewall of the tire is
marked with the word OUTSIDE. When new
tires are installed, make sure that the tires are
correctly mounted on the wheels.
WARNING: Road holding is seriously
impaired if the tires are incorrectly
installed on the wheels.
Winter Tires
In snowy and icy conditions, consider installing
winter tires. Winter tires must be the same size,
brand, construction and tread pattern on all
four wheels. For recommendations on winter
tires, contact Tesla.
WARNING: On dry roads, winter tires
could have less traction than the
originally installed tires.
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Tire Care and MaintenanceTire Care and Maintenance
7.6MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Using Tire Chains
Tesla has tested and approved Security Chain
Company (SCC) Model Z-563 chains for use on
the rear wheels. These chains must only be
used if your Model S has 245/45R19 rear tires
installed. Do not use chains on 21” tires.
When installing tire chains, follow the
instructions provided by the tire chain
manufacturer. Mount them as tightly as
possible.
When using tire chains:
•Drive slowly—do not exceed 48 km/h.
•Avoid heavily loading Model S (heavy loads
can reduce the clearance between the tires
and the body).
•Remove the tire chains as soon as
conditions allow.
NOTE: Tire chains are prohibited in some
jurisdictions. Check local laws before installing
tire chains.
CAUTION: Using non-recommended tire
chains, or using tire chains on other sized
tires, can damage the suspension, body,
wheels, and/or brake lines. Damage caused by
using non-recommended tire chains is not
covered by the warranty.
CAUTION: Ensure that tire chains cannot
touch suspension components or brake
lines. If you hear the chains making
unusual noises that would indicate contact with
Model S, stop and investigate immediately.
Tire Pressure Monitoring
Each tire should be checked monthly when
cold and inflated to the recommended
pressures that are printed on the Tire and
Loading Information label located on the
driver’s door pillar (see page 7.3). If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that displays a low tire pressure
telltale (Tire Pressure Warning) on the
instrument panel when one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the Tire Pressure indicator light displays
on the instrument panel alerting you of low tire pressure, stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure (see page 7.3). Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire
to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and
tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's
handling and stopping ability.
If Model S detects a fault with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS),
this indicator flashes for one minute
whenever you power on Model S.
NOTE: Installing accessories that are not
approved by Tesla can interfere with the TPMS
system.
WARNING: The TPMS is not a substitute
for proper tire maintenance, including
manually checking tire pressures and regularly
inspecting the condition of tires. It is the
driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level for the TPMS to trigger the
Tire Pressure Warning on the instrument panel.
TPMS Malfunction
Model S has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
with the low tire pressure indicator light. When
the system detects a malfunction, the indicator
light flashes for approximately one minute after
Model S powers on, and then remains
continuously lit. This sequence continues upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists.
When the TPMS malfunction indicator is on, the
system might not be able to detect or signal
low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions can occur for a variety of reasons,
including installing replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check
the TPMS malfunction indicator light after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your
vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.
NOTE: If a tire has been replaced or repaired
using a different tire sealant than the one
available from Tesla, and a low tire pressure is
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Vehicle Loading
SPECIFICATIONS8.3
Ve h i c l e L o a d i n gLoad Capacity Labeling
It is important to understand how much weight
your Model S can safely carry. This weight is
called the vehicle capacity weight and includes
the weight of all occupants, cargo and any
additional equipment added to your Model S
since it was manufactured.
There are two labels attached to Model S that
state how much weight it can safely carry.
These labels are located on the center door
post and are visible when the driver’s door is
open:
1.Tire and Loading Information label
2.Statutory Plate
WARNING: Overloading Model S has an
adverse effect on braking and handling,
which can compromise your safety or damage
Model S.
C A U T I O N : N e v e r l o a d m o r e t h a n 1 3 6 k g i n
the front trunk. Doing so can cause
damage.
CAUTION: Never store large amounts of
liquid in Model S. Significant liquid spills
can cause electrical components to
malfunction.
Tire and Loading Information Label
The Tire and Loading Information label
provides:
•The maximum number of occupant seating
positions.
•The maximum vehicle capacity weight.
•The size of the original tires.
•The cold inflation pressures for the original
front and rear tires. These pressures are
recommended to optimize ride and
handling characteristics.
NOTE: Never change this label, even if you use
different tires in the future.
If Model S is loaded to its full capacity, double
check all tires to ensure they are inflated to
their recommended pressure levels.
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Wheels and TiresWheels and Tires
8.8MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Wheels and TiresWheel Specifications
Wheel Alignment Values
Wheel TypeLocationSizeOffset
19”Front 8.0J x 19 40 mm
Rear 8.0J x 19 40 mm
21” - Silver (standard) Front 8.5J x 21 40 mm
21” - Grey (standard) Rear 8.5J x 21 40 mm
21” - Silver and Grey (optional)
Performance Plus vehiclesRear 9.0J x 21 40 mm
Road Wheel Nut Torque 129 lb.ft
Requirements for dynamic wheel balance 14 grams
NOTE: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model S, see page 7.23.
Location
Air SuspensionCoil Suspension
FrontRearFrontRear
Camber -0.75
o +/- 0.35o-1.75o +/- 0.35o-.53o +/- 0.35o-1.55o +/- 0.35o
Camber Split -0.00o +/- 0.20o-0.00o +/- 0.50o-0.00o +/- 0.20o-0.00o +/- 0.50o
Caster 4.00o +/- 0.50on/a 3.70o +/- 0.50on/a
Caster Split 0.00
o +/- 0.20on/a 0.00o +/- 0.20on/a
Single Wheel
To e
OUT 0.05OUT0.15oIN0.05oIN 0.20o +/- 0.05oIN 0.02oOUT0.08oIN0.12oIN 0.185o +/- 0.05o
Thrust Angle n/a 0.00o +/- 0.30on/a 0.00o +/- 0.30o
Suspension
Bolt Height
(at design)213.5 +/- 5 mmStandard models:144 +/- 5 mmPerformance Plus:151 +/- 5 mm230 mm (nominal) 158 mm
(nominal)
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Wheels and Tires
SPECIFICATIONS8.9
Tire Specifications
Tire TypeLocationSize
19” wheels: Goodyear Eagle RS-A2 All P245/45R19 98V
21” wheels on standard vehicles:
Michelin Pilot Sport All P245/35R21 96Y
21” wheels on Performance Plus vehicles:
MichelinFront
RearP245/35R21 96Y
P265/35R21 101Y
Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted on Model S. Refer to the tire pressures
printed on the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the driver’s door pillar
and is visible when the driver’s door is open (see page 7.3).
Winter tires (Pirelli Sottozero or Nokian Studded - P245/45R19) can be purchased from a Tesla
store.
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