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Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child SeatsUsage Restrictions
The Tesla built-in rear facing child seats are
child restraint systems and must only be used
for children over 37” (94 cm) tall and weighing
between 35 and 77 lbs (16.2 to 35.2 kg).
Always ensure the top of the child’s head
cannot contact the vehicle and that the child is
seated comfortably with the seat belts
positioned and latched correctly. The child’s
pelvis must be held securely in place by the lap
belt. Follow all instructions provided and do
not use supplemental child safety seats in
these seats .
NOTE: Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla
built-in rear facing child seats, it is
recommended that you set the climate control
system to draw outside air into Model S instead
of recirculating the air. This draws more air into
the rear seating areas.
Opening
1.Remove the cover from the trunk floor and
pull the strap attached to the seat to lift the
seat assembly upward.
2. Push the seat assembly into position. 3.
Undo the Velcro strap.
4. Pull the handle to release the head supports
from the seat back, then pull the head
supports toward you to unfold them.
5. Raise the seat back to the upright position
and push until it locks into position. Visually
check to ensure that the retaining catches
are engaged.
6. Check that the seat back and seat base are
securely retained in the upright position by
trying to pull the seat back toward you.
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Storing
CAUTION: Before folding the seats,
fasten the seat belts to prevent them
from getting trapped in the seat
mechanism and being damaged.
1. Pull the handle to release the seat back and
pull the seat back fully forward.
2. Push the lever to release the head supports
from the seat back, then fold back onto the
seat.
3. Secure the Velcro strap. 4.
Pull the strap at the rear of the seat to fold
the seat assembly into the trunk floor.
5. Replace the cover on the trunk floor.
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Seating a Child
The Tesla built-in rear facing child seats are
child restraint systems and must only be used
for children over 37” (94 cm) tall and weighing
between 35 and 77 lbs (16.2 to 35.2 kg).
Always ensure the top of the child’s head
cannot contact the vehicle and that the child is
seated comfortably with the seat belts
positioned and latched correctly. The child’s
pelvis must be held securely in place by the lap
belt. Follow all instructions provided and do
not use supplemental child safety seats in
these seats .
NOTE: Whenever a child is seated in the Tesla
built-in rear facing child seats, it is
recommended that you set the climate control
system to draw outside air into Model S instead
of recirculating the air. This draws more air into
the rear seating areas.
1. Position the child in the seat with arms
through the loops of the seat belts.
2. Connect the two halves of the seat belt
tongue.
3. Insert the seat belt tongue into the buckle
and ensure it is securely fastened.
4. Adjust the shoulder belts so they run over
the top of the child’s shoulders and away
from the face.
5. Connect the chest clip and adjust it to be as
high as possible without causing the
shoulder belts to touch the child’s neck. 6.
Pull the lower straps until the child is
securely held in the seat.
7. Slide the shoulder clips into place to ensure
the upper portion of the belts remain
positioned over the child’s shoulders.
To release, press the button on the buckle,
release the chest clip, and separate the two
halves of the seat restraint.
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Warnings - Tesla Child Seats
WARNING: The Tesla built-in rear facing
seats are child restraint systems and must
only be used for children over 37” (94 cm) tall
and weighing between 35 and 77 lbs (16.2 to
35.2 kg).
WARNING: Do not use supplemental
child restraint systems, including booster
seats, in the Tesla built-in rear facing child seats.
WA R N I N G: A l ways e n s u re t h at t he to p o f
the child’s head cannot touch the
vehicle’s headliner and that the child is seated
comfortably with the seat belts correctly
fastened.
WARNING: Follow all instructions and
heed all warnings related to the rear
facing child seats. Failure to do so can
compromise occupant safety.
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and
labels attached to the seats.
WARNING: Do not leave children
unattended in Model S, even if the child is
secured in a child safety seat or a Tesla built-in
rear facing child seat. In hot weather, the
interior temperature can reach dangerous
levels that can result in dehydration, serious
injury or death.
WARNING: Do not remove or replace the
fabric on a Tesla built-in rear facing child
seat. The covers are an integral part of the
restraint’s performance and should not be
removed or replaced with any other type than
those supplied by Tesla.
WARNING: If the Tesla built-in rear facing
child seats have been used in an accident,
they must be inspected or replaced by Tesla,
even if damage is not obvious.
WARNING: Before allowing a child to ride
in the Tesla built-in rear facing child seats,
check that the seat is securely held in the
upright position by trying to pull the seat back
toward you.
WARNING: Do not remove the built-in
rear facing child seats for any reason,
including cleaning. To ensure safety of
occupants, removal and installation must be
performed by qualified Tesla service
technicians. WARNING: Do not make modifications or
additions that can interfere with the
operation of the Tesla built-in rear facing child
seats.
WARNING: To prevent injury, ensure all
loose items (bags, luggage, etc.) are
secured. In an accident, or during hard braking
and sharp turns, loose items could cause injury.
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