2017 TESLA MODEL X parking brake

Shifting GearsWhen Model X is in Park, you must press the
brake to shift to another gear.
Move the lever up or down to change gears.
If you try to shift into a gear that the current
driving speed prohibits, you will hear a chime
and the gear does not change.
Reverse
Push the lever all the way up and release. You
can only shift into Reverse when Model X is
stopped or moving less than 8 km/h. If moving
less than 1.6 km/h, you must press the brake.
Neutral
Push the lever up or down to the
first position
and release to shift into Neutral. Neutral allows
Model X to roll freely.
If Model X is in Park and you use the
touchscreen to release the parking brake
(Controls > E-Brake & Power
Off), Model X
shifts into Neutral (see Parking Brake on page
60).
Model X automatically shifts into Park when
you exit. To leave Model X in Neutral, use the touchscreen to engage Tow mode (see
Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Tow Mode)
on page 47).
Drive
Push the lever all the way down and release.
You can shift into Drive when Model X is stopped or moving less than 8 km/h inReverse. If Model X is moving less than
1.6 km/h, you must press the brake to shift into Drive.
Park
With Model X stopped, press the end of the
gear selector. Whenever Model X is in Park,
the parking brake is applied.
Model X automatically shifts into Park
whenever you:

Note: If you press the brake when Autopark is
actively parking Model X, the parking process pauses until you press the Resume button onthe touchscreen.
Note: Autopark detects potential
perpendicular parking spaces that are at least
2.9 meters wide with a vehicle parked on each
side. Autopark detects parallel parking spaces that are at least six meters, but less than 15
meters long. Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces.Warning: Never depend on Autopark tofind a parking space that is legal, suitable,
and safe. Autopark may not always detect
objects in the parking space. Always
perform visual checks to
confirm that a
parking space is appropriate and safe.
Warning: When Autopark is actively
steering Model X, the steering wheel
moves in accordance with Autopark

Note: Manually lowering the suspension toStandard or Low while at a saved location alsoremoves the auto-raising location.
Automatic Lowering
When Model X is moving above typical
driveway or parking lot speeds, Smart Air
Suspension automatically lowers ride height to improve aerodynamics and handling. For most
average speed driving, the suspension is
automatically set to Standard. As described
above, when you make manual height adjustments, the suspension automatically
lowers at increased driving speeds.
When carrying loads, Smart Air Suspension
also maintains a level height between the front
and rear.
You can adjust the speed at which the Air
Suspension automatically transitions to the LOW ride height by touching Controls >Suspension > Automatic Lowering on the
touchscreen. This setting is saved to your
Driver
Profile.
Note: You can temporarily override the ride
height by pressing the brake pedal, touching
an air suspension control in Controls >
Suspension, and then manually choosing a
ride height. Your suspension

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 X 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 X:
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 X 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 30 cm
between the nozzle and the surface of
Model X. 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 X.
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
160Model X Owner

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
Specifications175

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

delivery mileage 187devicesBluetooth, playing audio files 125
connecting 126
playing audio
files from 125
dimensions 172
display brightness 111
dome (map) lights 53
door labels 169
Door Unlock Mode 9
doors 4
doors, opening 4
Drive gear 47
drive-away locking 9
driverprofiles 40
seat adjustment 18driver assistanceAuto Lane Change 88
Autopark 90
Autosteer 85
blind spot warning 95
collision avoidance assist 97
forward collision warning 97
overtake acceleration 79
overview 77
settings for 111
side collision avoidance 95
side collision warning 95
staying inside lane markings 95
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 79
drivingseating position 18
starting 46
tips to maximize range 67
E
electric parking brake 60
emergency
flashers 57
energygained from regenerative braking 60
range information 48
energy & charging setting 111
Energy app 67
energy saving mode 67
Erase & Reset 114
event data recording 187
exteriorcar cover 162
cleaning 160
dimensions 172
lights 53
overview 3
polishing, touch up, & repair 162F
factory defaults, restoring 114
factory reset 114
fan speed, interior 116
favorite destinations 132
Favorites 129
Favorites (Media Player) 124
FCC
certifications 189
features, downloading new 140
ferries, avoiding 131
firmware (software) updates 140flash drives, playing audio files from 125flashers, warning 57flat tire repair 156floor mats 162
fluidsreplacement intervals 150
reservoirs, checking 164
fog lights 53
forward collision warning 97
front passenger detection 37
front trunk 14
G
garage doors, opening 137
gates, opening 137
GAWR 170
gears 47
glove box 16
Gross Axle Weight Rating 170
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 170
ground clearance 172, 173
GVWR 170
H
hazard warning
flashers 57
head restraints 21
headlightsadaptive 56
after exit 56
high beams 56
heated wipers 58
heating 115
height adjustments (suspension)auto-raising 120
automatic and manual settings 121
disabling (Jack mode) 121
high beam headlights 56
high voltageBattery specifications 176
components 142
safety 150
hills, stopping on 64
Home location 132
Index
Index195

PPark Assist 62
Park gear 47
parking brake 60
parking, automatic 90
parts replacement 167
personal data, erasing 114phonesteering wheel buttons 43
using 127
PIN 40
power management 67
power socket 126
power windows 11
powering on and
off 46
Preconditioning 111
preferences, setting 111
public charging stations 143
R
radar 77
radio 122
Radio Frequency information 189
rain sensor 58
rangedisplayed on instrument panel 48
driving tips to maximize 67
regenerative braking 60
range assurance 67
Range mode 67
Range Mode 107
Rated range 111
re-routing 131
rear seats, accessing 20
rear view camera 69
rear window switches, disabling 11
Recent (Media Player) 124
Recents 129
regenerative braking 60
region format 111
release notes 140
Reverse gear 47
RFID transponders 167
roadside assistance 180
rotating tires 152
route overview 131
S
safety informationairbags 38
child seats 34
seat belts 24seat beltscleaning 161seat belts (continued)in a collision 23
overview of 22
pre-tensioners 23
wearing when pregnant 22
seat covers 21
seat heaters 115
seating capacity 170
seatsadjusting 18
heaters 115
seats, second row 19
security settings 136
sensors 77
service data recording 187
service intervals 150
Settings 111
Settings, erasing 114
shifting gears 47
Show Commute Advice 131
side collision avoidance 95
side collision warning 95
slip start 61
Smart Preconditioning 111
software reset 114
software updates 140
specificationsdimensions 172
exterior 172
interior 173
motor 174
subsystems 174
tires 177
weights 173
wheels 177
spoiler 70
stability control 61
starting 46
Statutory Plate 170
steering
specifications 174
steering wheeladjusting position 42
adjusting sensitivity 42
buttons 42
heated 42
scroll bars 42
steering, automatic 85
summer tires 153
Summon 90
suspension 121
suspension
specifications 175
T
telematics 187
temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 144
cabin, controls for 115
Index
Index197