2015 TESLA MODEL S open hood

Opening
To open the front trunk:
• Touch 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
situation in which Model S has no electrical
power, see Opening with No Power on page
13.
Closing
The Model S body is made of lightweightaluminum. Therefore, the hood is not heavy
enough to latch under its own weight and
applying pressure on the front edge or center
of the hood can cause damage. To close the hood:
• Lower the hood fully until it touches the latch.
• Place both hands on the front of the hood in the areas shown, then press down
firmly to engage the latches.
• Lift the front edge of the hood to ensure it is fully closed.Caution: To prevent damage:
• Apply pressure only to the green areas illustrated above. Applying
pressure to the red areas can cause
damage.
• Do not close the hood with one hand. Doing so applies concentrated force
in one area and can result in a dent or crease.
• Do not apply pressure to the leading edge of the hood because this can
crease the edge.
• Do not slam or drop the hood.Warning: Do not drive with the hood
secured by the secondary catch alone.
Front Trunk
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Interior Emergency Release
An interior release button inside the front
trunk allows a person locked inside to get out.
This release button is active whenever Model S is stationary.
Press the interior release button to open thefront trunk, then push up on the hood.
Note: The button glows for several hours after
a brief exposure to ambient light.
Opening with No Power
If Model S has no electrical power, or if you
are unable to open the front trunk using the
touchscreen or key, pull the mechanical
release lever located below the glove box (not
available on newer models). This releases the
primary catch.
Then push down on the secondary catch lever and lift the hood. You may need to push thehood down slightly to release the pressureagainst the secondary catch.
Front Trunk
Opening and Closing13

FCC certification 159
programming and using 96
hood 12
horn 39
I IC certifications 157
Ideal range 77
identification labels 134
indicator lights, summary of 44
Insane setting (dual motor) 74instrument panelcharging status 107
cleaning 119
overview of 43interiorcleaning 119
lights 47
overview 2
temperature control 80
Internet radio 85
intrusion detection 95
ionizer 77
J
J1772 102
Jack mode 84
jacking Model S 132
K
keyFCC and IC certifications 157
how to use 4
key not inside 41
ordering extras 5
replacing battery 5
keyless entry 4
L
labelTire and Loading Information 135
vehicle certification 136
lane assist 57
lane change flash 50
lane departure warning 57
language setting 77
LATCH child seats, installing 26
liftgateadjust opening height 10
opening 10
lifting Model S 132
lightscornering lights 50
hazard warning 50
headlights after exit 50
turn signals 50
load limits 135
location-based suspension 83
lock/unlock status 43
locking and unlocking doors 4
lumbar support 17
M
maintenancebrake fluid, checking 124
cleaning 118
daily and monthly checks 108
fluid replacement intervals 108
panel, removing 123
replacing fuses 126
replacing wiper blades 121
service intervals 108
tires 109
washer fluid, topping up 125
washer jets, cleaning 121
maps 90
mats 120
media 85
mileage upon delivery 155
mirrors 40
mobile app 100
Mobile Connectordescription 102
using 104
modifications 133
motor specifications 140
N
naming Model S 79
navigation 90
NCC certifications 157
Neutral gear 42
NHTSA, contacting 156
night mode 77
O occupancy sensor 34
odometeron instrument panel 43
resetting trip odometer 69
overhang dimensions 138
overtake acceleration 60
Owner Information, about 153, 154
Index
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