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Jacking Procedure
Follow the steps below to lift Model S. Ensure that any non-Tesla repair facility is aware of
these lifting points.
1. Position Model S centrally between the lift
posts.
2. If your Model S is equipped with Smart Air
Suspension, it automatically self-levels,even when power is off. Use thetouchscreen to set the suspension as
follows:
• Touch Controls > Driving .
• Press the brake pedal, then touch Very High to maximize the height of
the suspension.
• Touch Jack to disable self-leveling.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.
3. Position the lift arm pads under the body
rails at the locations illustrated. DO NOT
position the lift arm pads under the
Battery.
4. Adjust the height and position of the lift
arm pads to ensure they are correctly
located.
5. With assistance, raise the lift, ensuring the
lift arm pads remain in their correct
positions.
Note: Jack mode cancels when Model S is
driven over 4.5 mph (7 km/h).
Warning: If your Model S is equipped with
Smart Air Suspension, it automatically
self-levels, even when power is off. You
MUST disable this system by engaging
Jack mode before lifting or jacking. If you do not disable Smart Air Suspension,
Model S can attempt to self-level, causing serious damage, bodily injury, or death.Warning: Never raise Model S when the
charge cable is connected, even if
charging is not in progress.Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly
support vehicle. Doing so can cause
serious damage, bodily injury, or death.Caution: DO NOT lift from under the
Battery. Place the lift arm pads under the body rails only. The locations illustratedare the only approved lifting points forModel S. Lifting at any other points can
cause damage. Damage caused by lifting Model S is not covered by the warranty.
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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
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Illustrations
Illustrations are provided for demonstration
purposes only. Depending on vehicle options,
software version, region of purchase, and
specific vehicle settings, your Model S may
appear slightly different.
Although the owner information is applicable
to both right-hand drive and and left-hand
drive vehicles, many illustrations show only
left-hand drive vehicles. However, the
essential information that the illustrations are
providing is correct.
Errors or Inaccuracies
All specifications and descriptions are known
to be accurate at time of publishing. However, because continuous improvement is a goal atTesla, we reserve the right to make product
modifications at any time. To communicate any inaccuracies or omissions, or to provide
general feedback or suggestions regarding
the quality of this owner information, send an
email to:
[email protected]
Location of ComponentsThe owner information may specify the
location of a component as being on the left
or right side of the vehicle. As shown here, left
(1) and right (2) represent the side of the vehicle when sitting inside Model S in a front-
facing seat.Document Applicability
Owner information is updated on a regular
basis to reflect updates to your Model S. However, in some cases, recently releasedfeatures may not be described. To displayinformation about recently released features,
view the Release Notes on the Model S
touchscreen. Release Notes are displayed on
the touchscreen after a software update, and
can be displayed at any time by touching the
Tesla "T" at the top center of the touchscreen,
then touching the Release Notes link. If information related to how to use the Model S
touchscreen conflicts with information in the
Release Notes, the Release Notes take
precedence.
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Copyrights and Trademarks
All information in this document and all
Model S ®
software is subject to copyright and
other intellectual property rights of Tesla
Motors, Inc. and its licensors. This material may not be modified, reproduced or copied, in
whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Tesla Motors, Inc. and its
licensors. Additional information is available upon request. The following are trademarks orregistered trademarks of Tesla Motors, Inc. in
the United States and other countries:
All other trademarks contained in this
document are the property of their respective owners and their use herein does not implysponsorship or endorsement of their products
or services. The unauthorized use of any
trademark displayed in this document or on the vehicle is strictly prohibited.
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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
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