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,
sway barRearIndependent, multi-link, air spring, sway
bar
Battery - 12V
Rating33 amp-hr or higherVoltage and Polarity12V negative (-) ground
Subsystems
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Wheel SpecificationsWheel TypeSizeOffset20" - All SeasonFront
Rear9.0J x 201.378"
35 mm9.5J x 201.575"
40 mm20" - Summer
Front
Rear9.0J x 201.378"
35 mm10.0J x 201.575"
40 mm22" - Summer
Front
Rear9.0J x 221.378"
35 mm10.0J x 221.575"
40 mm
Tire Specifications
Tire TypeLocationSize19" wheels: MichelinAllP245/45R1921" wheels: Continental or MichelinAllP245/35R2121" wheels on Performance Plus vehicles:
MichelinFront
RearP245/35R21
P265/35R21Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted on Model X. Refer to the tire pressures
printed on the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the driver
Understanding Tire MarkingsLaws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This
information
identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire.Wheels and Tires
Specifications161
1Tire category. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles.2Tire width. This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge.3Aspect ratio. This 2-digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the tread
width. So, if the tread width is 205 mm, and the aspect ratio is 50, the sidewall height is 102 mm.4Tire construction. R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction.5Wheel diameter. This 2-digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches.6Load index. This 2 or 3-digit number is the weight each tire can support. This number is
not always shown.7Speed rating. When stated, indicates the maximum speed (in mph) at which the tire can be used for extended periods. Q=99 mph (160 km/h), R=106 mph (170 km/h), S=112 mph (180 km/h), T=118 mph (190 km/h), U=124 mph (200 km/h), H=130 mph(210 km/h), V=149 mph (240 km/h), W=168 mph (270 km/h), Y=186 mph (300 km/h).8Tire composition and materials. The number of plies in both the tread area and thesidewall area indicates how many layers of rubber coated material make up the structure of the tire. Information is also provided on the type of materials used.9Maximum tire load. The maximum load which can be carried by the tire.10Maximum permissible inflation pressure. This pressure should not be used for normal
driving.11U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN). Begins with the letters DOT and indicates
that the tire meets all federal standards. The next 2 digits/letters represent the plant
code where it was manufactured, and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of
manufacture. For example, the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012. The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer
Use a Flatbed OnlyUse a
flatbed trailer only, unless otherwisespecified by Tesla. Do not transport Model X
with the tires directly on the ground.
Caution: Damage caused by transporting is not covered by the warranty.Caution: To transport Model X, follow the
instructions exactly as described next.
Disable Self-Leveling (air
suspension vehicles only)
If Model X 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 > Suspension on the touchscreen.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Very High to maximize height.
3. Touch Jack.
When Jack mode is active,
Model X 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 X is
driven over 7 km/h.
Warning: Failure to activate Jack mode on
a Model X equipped with Smart Air
Suspension can result in the vehicle
becoming loose during transport, which
may cause
significant damage.
Activate Tow Mode
Model X 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 X 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 > Settings >
Service & Reset > Tow Mode.When Tow mode is active, Model X
displays this indicator light on the
instrument panel, along with a
message telling you that Model X is
free-rolling.
Note: Tow mode cancels when Model X 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 X for the shortest possible distance
using wheeled dollies. Before doing so,
always check the dolly manufacturer
Connect the Towing Eye1. Locate the towing eye in the front trunk.
2. Remove the tow hook cover. To do so, insert a small
flat screwdriver into the slot
located along the top of the cover, then
pry gently to release the cover from the
top snap.
3. Insert the towing eye.
Fully insert the towing eye into the
opening on the right side, then turn it
counter-clockwise until securely fastened.
4. Attach the winch cable to the towing eye.
Caution: Before pulling, make sure the
towing eye is securely tightened.Pull Onto the Trailer and Secure the
Wheels
Secure wheels using the eight-point tie-downmethod with basket straps or tie-down straps:
AABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 54
Acceleration (dual motor) 97
access panel, removing 146accessoriesinstalling 150
plugging into power socket 114
active hood 61
adaptive headlights 51
air circulation 106
air conditioning 105
air distribution 106
air
filter 109
air suspension 111
air vents 109
airbag, front passenger, disabling 34
airbags 32
alarm 121
all-season tires 135
always connected, setting 63
antennas 9
anti-lock braking (ABS) 54
audioplaying files 112
steering wheel buttons 37
volume control 112
Auto High Beam 51
Auto Lane Change 82
auto-raising suspension 110
Autopark 84
Autopilot 72
Autosteer 80
B
backup camera 65
battery (12V)complete discharge 127specifications 158Battery (high voltage)care of 127
coolant 146
specifications 159
temperature limits 127
battery (key), replacing 5
blind spot warning 86
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 113
general information 115
phone, pairing and using 115
body repairs 150
body touch up 144
brake
fluid replacement 132
brakesautomatic in emergencies 88fluid level 147
overview of 54brakes (continued)specifications 158
brightness of displays 101
C cabin temperature control 105
calendar 119
camera (rear view) 65
car cover 144
car washes 142
Cargo Mode 20
cargo space, maximizing 20
carpets, cleaning 143
CE
certifications 173
CHAdeMO 126
chains 136
change of ownership 104
charge port 128
charge port light 129
chargingcharge settings 130
components and equipment 125
instructions 128
public charging stations 126
scheduling 130
status of 131child protectiondisabling liftgate and rear door handles 9
disabling rear window switches 11child seatscleaning 143
disabling front passenger airbag 34
installing and using 24
cleaning 142
climate controls 105
climate ionizer 101
clock 37
Cold Weather controls 97
collision avoidance assist 88
console12V power socket 114
cup holders 17
USB ports 114contact informationroadside assistance 163coolantBattery, checking level of 146
Battery, replacement interval 132
copyrights 166, 167
Creep 97
cruise control 75
cup holders 17
customizing 101
Index
Index175
Ppacemaker considerations 9
Park Assist 57
Park gear 42
parking brake 55
parking, automatic 84
parts replacement 150
pedestrian protection 61
personal data, erasing 104phonesteering wheel controls for 38
using 115
PIN 36
power management 63
power socket 114
power windows 11
powering on and
off 41
Preconditioning 101
preferences, setting 101
public charging stations 126
R
radar 72
radio 112
Radio Frequency information 173
radio frequency, FCC information 174
radio wave interference 9
rain sensor 53
rangedisplayed on instrument panel 43, 46
driving tips to maximize 63
regenerative braking 55
range assurance 63
range mode 63
Range Mode 97
Rated range 101
rear seats, accessing 19
rear seats, folding and raising 20
rear view camera 65
rear window switches, disabling 11
regenerative braking 55
region format 101
release notes 123
Reverse gear 42
RF antennas 9
roadside assistance 163
rotating tires 134
route overview 117
S
safety informationairbags 35
child seats 30
seat belts 22seat beltscleaning 143
in a collision 22
overview of 21
pre-tensioners 22
wearing when pregnant 21
seat covers 20
seat heaters 105
seating capacity 153
seatsadjusting 18
heaters 105
seats, second row 19
security settings 121
sensors 72
service data recording 168
service intervals 132
Settings 101
Settings, erasing 104
shifting gears 42
side collision avoidance 86
side collision warning 86
slip start 56
Smart Preconditioning 101
software reset 104
software updates 123
specificationsdimensions 155
exterior 155
interior 156
motor 157
subsystems 157
tires 160
weights 156
wheels 160
spoiler 66
stability control 56
starting 41
Statutory Plate 153
steering
specifications 157
steering wheel 37
steering, automatic 80
summer tires 135
suspension 111
suspension
specifications 158
T
telematics 168
telephonesteering wheel controls for 38
using 115temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 127
cabin, controls for 105
outside 37, 43
tie-down straps 165
tilt detection 121
Index
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