2014 TESLA MODEL S air suspension

Brakes
Type
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)with Electronic Brake Force Distribution,
Integrated Advanced Stability Control
and Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated
regenerative braking systemCalipersFour piston fixedRotor Diameters (ventilated)Front: 13.98”/355 mm
Rear: 14.37”/365 mmFront Rotor thicknessNew: 1.26”/32 mm
Service limit: 1.18”/30 mmRear Rotor thicknessNew: 1.10”/28 mm
Service limit: 1.02”/26 mmFront Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate)New: 0.354”/9.0 mm
Service limit: 0.078”/2 mmRear Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate)New: 0.315”/8.0 mm
Service limit: 0.078”/2 mmElectronic Parking Brake (EPB) Pad Thickness
(excluding back plate). Electronic calipers self-
adjust for pad wear.New: 0.216”/5.5 mm
Service limit: 0.039”/1 mmParking brakeElectrically actuated parking brake
calipers
Suspension
FrontIndependent, double wishbone, air spring
or coil spring/telescopic damper, sway barRearIndependent, multi-link, air spring or coil
spring/telescopic damper, sway bar (air suspension vehicles only)For alignment values, see Wheel Alignment Values on page 135.
Battery - 12V
Rating33 amp-hr or higherVoltage and Polarity12V negative (-) ground
Subsystems
Specifications133

Wheel SpecificationsWheel TypeLocationSizeOffset
19"
Front8.0J x 191.575"
40 mmRear8.0J x 191.575"
40 mm21" - Silver (standard)Front8.5J x 211.575"
40 mm21" - Grey (standard)Rear8.5J x 211.575"
40 mm21" - Silver and Grey (optional) Performance
Plus vehiclesRear9.0J x 211.575"
40 mmRoad Wheel Nut Torque129 lb. ft (175 Nm)Requirements for dynamic wheel balance.49 ounces (14 grams)Note: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model S, see Jacking and Lifting on page 124.
Wheel Alignment Values
LocationAir SuspensionCoil SuspensionFrontRearFrontRearCamber-0.75 +/- 0.35-1.75 +/- 0.35-.53 +/- 0.35-1.55 +/- 0.35Camber Split-0.00 +/- 0.20-0.00 +/-
0.50-0.00 +/- 0.20-0.00 +/-
0.50Caster4.00 +/- 0.50n/a3.70 +/- 0.50n/aCaster Split0.00 +/- 0.20n/a0.00 +/- 0.20n/aSingle Wheel ToeOUT 0.05
OUT 0.15
(limit) IN 0.05
(limit)IN 0.20 +/-
0.05IN 0.02 OUT
0.08 (limit) IN
0.12 (limit)IN 0.19 +/-
0.05Thrust Anglen/a0.00 +/- 0.30n/a0.00 +/- 0.30Suspension Bolt Height (at
design)213.5 +/-
5 mmStandard
models: 144
+/- 5 mm
Performance
Plus: 151 +/-
5 mm230 mm
(nominal)158 mm
(nominal)
Wheels and Tires
Specifications135

Use a Flatbed Only
Use a flatbed trailer only, unless otherwise
specified by Tesla. Do not transport Model S with the tires directly on the ground.Caution: Damage caused by transporting
is not covered by the warranty.Caution: To transport Model S, follow the
instructions exactly as described next.
Disable Self-Leveling (air
suspension vehicles only)
If Model S is equipped with Smart Air
Suspension, it automatically self-levels, even when power is off. To prevent damage, you
must activate Jack mode to disable self- leveling:
1. Touch Controls > Driving on the
touchscreen.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Very
High to maximize height.
3. Touch Jack.
When Jack mode is active,
Model S displays this indicator
light on the instrument panel,
along with a message telling you
that active suspension is
disabled.
Note: Jack mode cancels when Model S is
driven over 4.5 mph (7 km/h).
Warning: Failure to activate Jack mode
on a Model S equipped with Smart Air
Suspension can result in the vehicle becoming loose during transport, which
may cause significant damage.Activate Tow Mode
Model S may automatically shift into Park
when it detects the driver leaving the vehicle, even if it has previously been shifted into
Neutral. To keep Model S in Neutral (which disengages the parking brake), you must use
the touchscreen to activate Tow mode:
1. Shift into Park.
2. Press the brake pedal, then on the
touchscreen, touch Controls > E-Brake &
Power Off > Tow Mode .When Tow mode is active, Model S
displays this indicator light on the
instrument panel, along with a
message telling you that Model S is
free-rolling.
Note: Tow mode cancels when Model S is
shifted into Park.
Caution: If the electrical system is not
working, and you therefore cannot
release the electric parking brake,
attempt to quick start the 12V battery.
For instructions, call Tesla. If a situation
occurs where you cannot disengage the
parking brake, use tire skids or transport
Model S for the shortest possible distance
using wheeled dollies. Before doing so,
always check the dolly manufacturer’s specifications and recommended load
capacity.
Instructions for Transporters
142Model S Owner's Manual

AABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 58
access panel, removing 114accessoriesinstalling 125
plugging into power socket 80
air circulation 73
air conditioning 72
air distribution 73
air filter 74
air suspension 76
air vents 74
airbags 31
alarm 86
anti-lock braking (ABS) 58
audioplaying files 77
steering wheel buttons 36
auto-raising suspension 75
B backup camera 64
battery (12V)complete discharge 94
specifications 133Battery (high voltage)care of 94
coolant 114
specifications 134
temperature limits 94
battery (key), replacing 5
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 79
general information 83
phone, pairing and using 83
body repairs 125
body touch up 111
brake fluid replacement 99
brakesfluid level 115
overview of 58
specifications 133C
cabin temperature control 72
calendar 85
California Proposition 65 147
camera (rear view) 64
car cover 111
car washes 109
carpets, cleaning 110
CE certifications 149
CHAdeMO 93
chains 103
charge port 95
charge port light 96chargingcharge settings 97
components and equipment 92
instructions 95
public charging stations 93
scheduling 97
status of 98child protectiondisabling liftgate and rear door handles 7
disabling rear window switches 9child seatscleaning 110
installing and using 22
Tesla built-in rear facing 27
cleaning 109
climate controls 72
console12V power socket 80
cup holders 16
USB ports 79contact informationroadside assistance 141
Tesla 148coolantBattery, checking level of 114
Battery, replacement interval 99
copyrights 145, 146
cornering lights 48
cruise control 61
cup holders 16
customizing Model S 69
D
dashboard overview 2
data recording 147
delivery mileage 147
devices
Index
152Model S Owner's Manual

Bluetooth, playing audio files 79
connecting 79
playing audio files from 79
dimensions 130
dome (map) lights 46
door handles 6
door labels 127
doors 4
Drive gear 41
drive-away locking 7driverprofiles 35
seat adjustment 17driver assistancestaying inside lane markings 53
staying within speed limits 51drivingseating position 17
starting Model S 40
tips to maximize range 57
E
electric parking brake 59
emergency flashers 49
emergency rear door opening 8
emission label 126
energygained from regenerative braking 59
range information 42
tips to minimize usage of 57
energy saving mode 57
event data recording 147
exteriorcar cover 111
cleaning 109
dimensions 130
lights 46
overview 3
polishing, touch up, & repair 111
F
fan speed, interior 73
favorites, adding and removing 78
FCC certifications 149
features, downloading new 90
firmware (software) updates 90
flash drives, playing audio files from 79
flashers, warning 49
flat tire repair 105
floor mats 111
fluidsreplacement intervals 99
reservoirs, checking 114
fog lights 46
front passenger detection 33
front trunk 12fuseslocation of 117
removing access panel 114
G
garage doors, opening 87
gates, opening 87
GAWR 128
gears 41
glove box 14
Gross Axle Weight Rating 128
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 128
ground clearance 130
GVWR 128
H
hazard warning flashers 49
head supports 18
headlightsafter exit 48
cornering lights 48
heated wipers 50
heating 72
height adjustments (suspension)auto-raising 75
automatic and manual settings 76
disabling (Jack mode) 76high voltageBattery specifications 134
components 92
safety 99
Hill Start Assist 63
hitches 129
HomeLinkFCC certification 151
programming and using 87
hood 12
horn 38
I
IC certifications 149
Ideal range 69
identification labels 126
indicator lights, summary of 43
instrument panelcharging status 98
cleaning 110
overview of 42
Index
Index153

interiorcleaning 110
lights 46
overview 2
temperature control 72
Internet radio 77
intrusion detection 86
J
J1772 93
Jack mode 76
jacking Model S 124
K
keyFCC and IC certifications 149
how to use 4
key not inside 40
ordering extras 5
replacing battery 5
keyless entry
4
L
labelTire and Loading Information 127
vehicle certification 128
lane change flash 49
lane departure warning 53
LATCH child seats, installing 25
liftgateadjust opening height 10
opening 10
lifting Model S 124
lightscornering lights 48
hazard warning 49
headlights after exit 48
turn signals 49
load limits 127
location-based suspension 75
lock/unlock status 42
locking and unlocking doors 4
lumbar support 17
M
maintenancebrake fluid, checking 115
cleaning 109
daily and monthly checks 99
fluid replacement intervals 99
panel, removing 114
replacing fuses 117
replacing wiper blades 112
service intervals 99
tires 100
washer fluid, topping up 116
washer jets, cleaning 112
maps 81
mats 111
media 77
mileage upon delivery 147
mirrors 39
mobile app 91Mobile Connectordescription 93
using 95
modifications 125
motor specifications 132
N navigation 81
NCC certifications 149
Neutral gear 41
NHTSA, contacting 148
O occupancy sensor 33
odometeron instrument panel 42
resetting trip odometer 56
overhang dimensions 130
Owner Information, about 145, 146
P Park Assist 54
Park gear 41
parking brake 59
parts replacement 125
passenger detection 33
passenger front airbag 33
phone
Index
154Model S Owner's Manual

steering wheel controls for 37
using 83
power management 57
power socket 80
power windows 9
powering on and off 40
preferences, setting 69
Proposition 65 147
public charging stations 93
R
radio 77
radio frequency, FCC information 151
rain sensor 50rangedisplayed on instrument panel 42
driving tips to maximize 57
regenerative braking 59
Rated range 69
rear seats, folding and raising 18
rear view camera 64
rear window switches, disabling 9
regenerative braking 59
release notes 90
Reverse gear 41
roadside assistance 141
roof racks 129
rotating tires 101
S
safety defectsreporting (Canada) 148
reporting (U.S.) 148safety informationairbags 34
child seats 26
rear facing child seats 29
seat belts 20seat beltscleaning 110
in a collision 20
overview of 19
pre-tensioners 20
wearing when pregnant 19
seat covers 18
seat heaters 72
seating capacity 127
seatsadjusting 17
heaters 72
Tesla built-in rear facing 27
security settings 86
service data recording 147
service intervals 99
Settings 69
shifting gears 41
Slacker 77
software updates 90specificationsdimensions 130
exterior 130
subsystems 132
tires 136
weights 131
wheels 135
speed assist 51
stability control 60
starting Model S 40
steering specifications 132
steering wheel 36
sunroof 15
suspension 76
suspension specifications 133
T
telematics 147
telephonesteering wheel controls for 37
using 83temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 94
cabin, controls for 72
outside 42
tires 139
tie-down straps 144
tilt detection 86
Tire and Loading Information label 127
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC certification 150
overview of 103
tire pressures, checking 100
tire repair kitinflating with air only 107
inflating with sealant 106
replacing the sealant canister 108tires
Index
Index155