2014 TESLA MODEL S warning

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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DoorsDoors
2.2MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
OPENING AND CLOSING
DoorsKeyless Locking and Unlocking
Model S has sensors that can recognize the
presence of a key. The sensors are located at
each end of the dash panel and behind the rear
bumper, and have a range of approximately
three feet (one meter).
If Model S is equipped with the optional tech
package, walking up to Model S when you have
your key with you automatically unlocks the
doors. Similarly, open the trunk by just walking
u p to M o de l S w it h yo ur key w i t h yo u an d p re ss
the switch located under the trunk’s exterior
handle.
Press a door handle, and it extends. Or, if the
AUTO-PRESENT HANDLES setting is turned on
(see page 2.4), door handles extend
automatically when Model S unlocks.
If you turn on the walk-away locking setting
using the touchscreen, Model S locks when you
walk away carrying your key with you (see
page 2.5).
Using the Key
To quickly familiarize yourself with the key,
think of the key as a miniature version of
Model S, with the Tesla badge representing the
front. The key has three buttons that feel like
softer areas on the surface.
1.Tr u n k
•Double-click to open the rear trunk.
•If Model S is equipped with a powered
liftgate, double-click to close the rear
trunk. You can also single-click to stop
the liftgate when it is moving.
2.Lock/Unlock All
•Double-click to unlock doors and the rear
trunk. Hazard warning lights flash twice
and door handles extend.
•Single-click to lock doors and trunks (all
d o o r s a n d t r u n k s m u s t b e c l o s e d ) . H a z a r d
warning lights flash once and door
handles retract.
•Press and hold to lower all windows.
3. Front trunk (also called the “frunk”)
•Double-click to open the front trunk.
You do not need to point the key at Model S,
but you must be within operating range (which
varies depending on the strength of the key’s
battery). If Model S is unable to detect the key,
the touchscreen displays a message indicating
that a key is not inside. Place the key where
Model S can best detect it, which is below the
12V power socket (see page 4.6).
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can
affect the key. If this happens, move the key at
least 30 cm away from other electronic devices
(phone, laptop, etc).
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Windows
OPENING AND CLOSING2.7
Wi ndow sOpening from the Exterior
To open windows from outside Model S, press
and hold the unlock button on the key.
Opening and Closing from the
Interior
Press down on a switch to lower the associated
window all the way down. Window switches
operate at two levels. To lower a window
partially, hold the switch and release when the
window is at the desired position.
Similarly, pull a switch to raise the associated
window. This also operates at two levels—when
raising, hold the switch and release when the
window is at the desired position.
WARNING: Before closing a power
window, it is the driver’s responsibility to
ensure that all occupants, especially children,
do not have any body parts extended through
the window’s opening. Failure to do so can
cause serious injury.
WARNING: When leaving Model S, always
take your key with you. Leaving the key in
Model S allows all doors, windows, and controls to be fully operational and can cause
hazardous, unauthorized or unintentional use
of Model S.
Locking Rear Windows
To prevent passengers from using the rear
window switches, press the rear window lock
switch. The switch light turns on. To unlock rear
windows, press the switch again.
WARNING: To ensure safety, it is
recommended that you lock the rear
windows whenever children are seated in the
rear seats.
WARNING: Never leave children
unattended in Model S.
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Front TrunkFront Trunk
2.10MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
Front TrunkOpening
To open the front trunk:
•To u c h Controls > Front Trunk on the
touchscreen, or double-click the front trunk
button on the key.
•Pull the hood up.
The door open indicator displays on the
instrument panel when the front trunk
is open. The image of the Model S on
the touchscreen Controls window also displays
the open trunk.
To open the front trunk in the unlikely situations
where Model S has no electrical power, see
page 2.11.
Closing
Lower the hood, then place both hands on the
front of the hood as shown. Press down firmly
with both hands to engage the latches. Lift the
front edge of the hood to ensure it is fully
closed.
WARNING: Slamming or dropping the
hood can cause damage, and does not
ensure that it is properly closed.
WARNING: Do not drive with the hood
secured by the secondary catch alone.
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SunroofSunroof
2.12MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
SunroofOpening and Closing
If your Model S is equipped with a sunroof,
touch Controls > Sunroof on the touchscreen
to operate it. Drag, or tap on, the sunroof slider
bar, or touch the image of the sunroof and drag
it. The sunroof moves to the selected position.
To u c h OPEN once to open the sunroof to its
comfort position (80% open to minimize wind
noise). Or, move the sunroof to the comfort
position by dragging the slider bar to the
indent position. If you find wind noise (which
varies depending on driving speed) excessive,
even with the sunroof in the comfort position,
open a window slightly.
To u c h OPEN twice to open the sunroof fully.
To u c h CLOSE to fully close the sunroof.
If the sunroof’s safety mechanism detects any
obstruction, it does not close. If, after removing
the obstruction, it still does not close, touch
and hold CLOSE to override the sunroof’s
anti-trap mechanism.
To u c h VENT to open the sunroof slightly.
To stop the sunroof from moving at any time,
touch the image of the sunroof. WA R N I N G : D o n o t a l l o w o c c u p a n t s t o
extend any part of their body through the
sunroof. Doing so can cause serious
injury from flying debris, tree branches, or other
obstructions.
WARNING: Before closing the sunroof,
ensure that occupants, especially
children, do not have any body part
extended through the sunroof opening. Failure
to do so can cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Remove snow and ice before
opening the sunroof. Opening a sunroof
covered in snow and ice can cause
damage.
CAUTION: Do not carry objects in
Model S that protrude through the
sunroof. Doing so can damage the
sunroof’s seals and anti-trap mechanism.
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Glove Box
OPENING AND CLOSING2.13
Glove BoxOpening and Closing
To open the glove box, press the switch located
to the right of the touchscreen. If you leave the
glove box open for five minutes, its light
automatically turns off.
NOTE: The glove box locks whenever Model S is
locked externally, using the key or walk-away
locking. It does not lock when Model S is locked
using the touchscreen.
WARNING: When driving, keep the glove
box closed to prevent injury to a
passenger if a collision or sudden stop
occurs.
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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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Front and Rear SeatsFront and Rear Seats
3.2MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL
SEATING AND SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Front and Rear SeatsCorrect Driving Position
The seat, head support, seat belt and airbags
work together to maximize your safety. Using
these correctly ensures greater protection.
Position the seat so you can wear the seat belt
correctly, while being as far away from the front
airbag as possible:
1.Sit upright with both feet on the floor and
the seat back reclined no more than 30
degrees.
2.Make sure you can easily reach the pedals
and that your arms are slightly bent when
holding the steering wheel. Your chest
should be at least 25 cm from the center of
the airbag cover.
3.Place the shoulder section of the seat belt
mid-way between your neck and your
shoulder. Fit the lap section of the belt
tightly across your hips, not across your
stomach.
Model S seats include integrated head supports
that cannot be adjusted or removed.
Adjusting the Driver’s Seat
1.Adjust lumbar support.
2.Adjust backrest.
3.Move seat forward/backward.
4.Adjust the seat’s height and tilt angle.
WARNING: Do not adjust seats while
driving. Doing so increases the risk of a
collision.
WARNING: Riding in a moving vehicle
with the seat back reclined can result in
serious injuries in a collision, as you could slide
under the lap belt or be propelled into the seat
belt. Ensure your seat back is reclined no more
than 30 degrees when the vehicle is moving.
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