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Cleaning the ExteriorTo prevent damage to the paint, immediately
remove corrosive substances (bird droppings, tree resin, dead insects, tar spots, road salt,
industrial fallout, etc). Do not wait until
Model S is due for a complete wash. If
necessary, use denatured alcohol to remove
tar spots and stubborn grease stains, then
immediately wash the area with water and a
mild, non-detergent soap to remove the
alcohol.
Follow these steps when washing the exterior
of Model S:
1. Rinse Thoroughly Before washing,
flush grime and grit from
the bodywork using a hose. Flush away
accumulations of mud in areas where
debris easily collects (such as wheel
arches and panel seams). If salt has been used on the highways (such as during
winter months), thoroughly rinse all traces of road salt from the underside of thevehicle.
2. Hand Wash
Hand wash Model S using a clean soft
cloth and cold or lukewarm water
containing a mild, good quality car
shampoo.
3. Rinse with Clean Water
After washing, rinse with clean water to
prevent soap from drying on the surfaces.
4. Dry Thoroughly and Clean Exterior Glass
After washing and rinsing, dry thoroughly
with a chamois.
Clean windows and mirrors using an automotive glass cleaner. Do not scrape,
or use any abrasive cleaning
fluid on glass
or mirrored surfaces.
Cautions for Exterior CleaningCaution: Do not use windshield treatmentfluids. Doing so can interfere with wiper
friction and cause a chattering sound.Caution: Do not use hot water and
detergents.Caution: In hot weather, do not wash in direct sunlight.Caution: If using a pressure washer,
maintain a distance of at least 12" (30 cm)
between the nozzle and the surface of
Model S. Keep the nozzle moving and do
not concentrate the water jet on any one
area.Caution: Do not aim water hoses directly
at window, door or hood seals, or through
wheel apertures onto brake components.Caution: Avoid using tight-napped or
rough cloths, such as washing mitts.Caution: If washing in an automatic car
wash, use Touchless car washes only. These car washes have no parts (brushes,
etc.) that touch the surfaces of Model S.
Using any other type of car wash could
cause damage that is not covered by the
warranty.Caution: Do not use chemical based
wheel cleaners. These can damage the
finish on the wheels.
Caution: Avoid using a high pressure
power washer on the rear view camera or
parking sensors (if equipped) and do not
clean a sensor or camera lens with a
sharp or abrasive object that can scratch
or damage its surface.
Cleaning
Maintenance149
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NCC certifications 179
Neutral gear 44
night mode 101
O odometer 64
offset from speed limit 91
overhang dimensions 162
overtake acceleration 70
Owner Information, about 175, 176
P Park Assist 60
Park gear 44
parking brake 58
parking, automatic 81
parts replacement 158
personal data, erasing 104
phonesteering wheel buttons 40
using 117
PIN 37
power management 65
power socket 115
power windows 9
powering on and
off 43
Preconditioning 101
preferences, setting 101
public charging stations 132
R
radar 68
radio 112
Radio Frequency information 179
rain sensor 56
rangedisplayed on instrument panel 45
driving tips to maximize 65
regenerative braking 58
range assurance 65
Range mode 65
Range Mode 98
Rated range 101
re-routing 120
rear seats, folding and raising 18
rear view camera 67
rear window switches, disabling 9
Recent (Media Player) 114
Recents 119
regenerative braking 58
region format 101
relative speed limit 91
release notes 129
restarting the touchscreen
43
Reverse gear 44
RFID transponders 158
roadside assistance 170
roof racks 161
rotating tires 140
route overview 120
Ssafety informationairbags 36
child seats 27
rear facing child seats 32
seat belts 20seat beltscleaning 150
in a collision 20
overview of 19
pre-tensioners 20
wearing when pregnant 19
seat covers
18
seat heaters 105
seating capacity 160
seatsadjusting 17
heaters 105
Tesla built-in rear facing 29
security settings 125
sensors 68
service data recording 177
service intervals 138
Settings 101
Settings, erasing 104
shifting gears 44
Show Commute Advice 120
side collision avoidance 86
side collision warning 86
slip start 59
Smart Preconditioning 101
software reset 104
software updates 129
specificationscargo volume 163
dimensions 162
exterior 162
interior 162
motor 164
subsystems 164
tires 167
weights 163
wheels 167
speed assist 91
speed limit warning 91
stability control 59
starting 43
Statutory Plate 160
steering
specifications 164
Index
184Model S Owner
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steering wheeladjusting position 39
adjusting sensitivity 39
buttons 39
heated 39
scroll bars 39
steering, automatic 76
summer tires 142
Summon 81
sunroof 15
suspension 111
suspension
specifications 165
T
telematics 177
temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 133
cabin, controls for 105
heated steering wheel 41
outside 45
tie-down straps 174
tilt detection 125
Tire and Loading Information label 160
tire noise 142
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC certification 180
overview of 143
tire pressures, checking 139
tire repair kitinflating with air only 147inflating with sealant 146
replacing the sealant canister 148tiresall-season 142
balancing 140
chains 142
inspecting and maintaining 140
pressures, how to check 139
replacing 141
replacing a tire sensor 143
rotation 140
specification 167
summer 142
tire markings 168
tire sealant 145
winter 142
toll system transponders, attaching 158
tolls, avoiding 120
torque
specifications 164
touch up body 151
touchscreenclean mode 150
cleaning 150
Controls 98
overview 93
Settings 101
software updates 129Tow mode 173
towing 173
towing a trailer 161
towing eye, locating 174
towing instructions 173TPMSFCC certification 180
overview of 143
traction control 59
trademarks 175, 176
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 70Traffic-Based Routing 120
trailer hitches 161
transmission
specifications 164
transponders, attaching 158
transporting 173
trip chart 65
trip meter 64
trip overview 120
trip planner 120
trunk, front 12
trunk, rearchild protection lock 7
disabling interior handle 7
TuneIn radio 114
turn signals 54
Typical range 101
U ultrasonic sensors 68
Unlock on Park 4
unlockingtrunk, front 12
trunk, rear 10
unlocking and locking doors 4
unlocking when key doesn
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