Location of AirbagsAirbags are located in the approximate areas shown here. Airbag warning information is printed
on the sun visors.
Model X is equipped with an air bag and lap/shoulder belt at both front outboard seating
positions. The air bag is a supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants,
including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an air bag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.
1. Knee airbags
2. Front airbags
3. Curtain airbags
4. Seat-mounted side airbags
5. Door-mounted airbags
Airbags
Seating and Safety Restraints33
Passenger Front Airbag
Model X has an occupancy sensor in the front
passenger seat that controls the status of the
airbags based on the weight of the occupant. If the passenger airbag is OFF, it will not
inflate when a collision occurs, and PASS
AIRBAG OFF displays in the top right corner of the touchscreen. If the passenger airbag is
ON, it will
inflate when a collision occurs, but
its status does not display in the top right
corner of the touchscreen.
Note: The occupancy sensor system meets the regulatory requirement of FMVSS 208 and
automatically detects when
inflating the
passenger front airbags would be unnecessary
or potentially harmful.
Front passenger seat
occupancy*Passenger airbag
statusEmptyOFFInfant in child safety
seat (up to 20 lbs/
9kg)OFFChild or small
occupant
(20-100 lbs/9-45 kg)ON** or OFFHeavy object/
occupantON***Values are approximate. Occupants whose weight is close to the low weight threshold
can cause the status to occasionally turn on
and
off depending on seating position and
physique.
**The absence of the status, PASS AIRBAG
OFF, in the top right corner of the
touchscreen indicates that the passenger
airbag is ON and will
inflate in the event of a
collision.
Note: It takes approximately six seconds after
you power on Model X for the occupancy
sensor to report accurate status of the front
passenger airbag. As a result, when you
firstpower on Model X, even in situations when it
should be OFF because the passenger seat is
either empty or carrying a weight of 20 lbs (9
kg) or less, the touchscreen will take about six
seconds to display the status, PASS AIRBAG
OFF. If it fails to do so, contact Tesla service
immediately and seat passengers in the rear
seating positions only.
If the passenger airbag is permanently on,
even when the seat is empty and the seat belt is unbuckled, contact Tesla immediately.
To make sure the sensing system can correctly detect occupancy status, eliminate the
following:
IndicatorDescriptionA seat belt for an occupied seat is not fastened. Note: Depending on the date of
manufacture, rear seating positions may not be equipped with a seat belt reminder.See
Seat Belts on page 22.Electronic stability control systems are no longer minimizing wheel spin (i.e. on a single
motor vehicle, the traction control system has been turned off, or on a dual-motor
vehicle, Slip Start has been enabled). See Traction Control on page 58.Model X is in Tow mode and can roll freely. It does not automatically shift into Park
when you exit. See Instructions for Transporters on page 181.Trailer mode (if equipped) is active. See Towing a Trailer on page 68.Flashes green when the left turn signal is operating. Both turn signal indicators flashgreen when the hazard warning flashers are operating.Flashes green when the right turn signal is operating. Both turn signal indicators flashgreen when the hazard warning flashers are operating.Instrument Panel
Driving47
Cleaning the Interior
Frequently inspect and clean the interior to maintain its appearance and to prevent
premature wear. If possible, immediately wipe up spills and remove marks. For general
cleaning, wipe interior surfaces using a soft
cloth (such as micro
fiber) dampened with a
mixture of warm water and mild non-
detergent cleaner (test all cleaners on a
concealed area before use). To avoid streaks,
dry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
Interior Glass
Do not scrape, or use any abrasive cleaning
fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces. This can
damage the reflective surface of the mirror
and the heating elements in the rear window.
Airbags
Do not allow any substance to enter an airbag
cover. This could
affect correct operation.
Dashboard and Plastic Surfaces
Do not polish the upper surfaces of the
dashboard. Polished surfaces are
reflectiveand could interfere with your driving view.
Leather Seats
Leather is prone to dye-transfer which can
cause discoloration, particularly on light
colored leather. White and tan leather is coated with an anti-soiling treatment. Wipespills as soon as possible using a soft cloth
moistened with warm water and non-
detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular
motion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-free
cloth. Using detergents or commercially
available leather cleaners and conditioners is
not recommended because they can discolor or dry out the leather.
Polyurethane Seats
Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft
cloth moistened with warm water and non-
detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular
motion. For
difficult stains on ultra-white
seats, use isopropyl alcohol, then wipe with a
damp cloth. After cleaning, allow the seats to air dry.
Cloth Seats
Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft
cloth moistened with warm water and non-
detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular
motion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-free
cloth. Vacuum the seats as needed to remove
any loose dirt.
Carpets
Avoid over-wetting carpets. For heavily soiled
areas, use a diluted upholstery cleaner.
Seat Belts
Extend the belts to wipe. Do not use any type
of detergent or chemical cleaning agent.
Allow the belts to dry naturally while
extended, preferably away from direct
sunlight.
Touchscreen and Instrument Panel
Clean the touchscreen and instrument panel
using a soft lint-free cloth
specificallydesigned to clean monitors and displays. Do
not use cleaners (such as a glass cleaner) and do not use a wet wipe or a dry statically-charged cloth (such as a recently washed
microfiber). To wipe the touchscreen without
activating buttons and changing settings, you
can enable clean mode. Touch Controls > Displays > Clean Mode. The display darkens to
make it easy to see dust and smudges.
Chrome and Metal Surfaces
Polish, abrasive cleaners or hard cloths can
damage the
finish on chrome and metal
surfaces.
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
Warning: If you notice any damage on an
airbag or seat belt, contact Tesla
immediately.Warning: Do not allow any water,
cleaners, or fabric to enter a seat belt
mechanism.Caution: Using solvents (including alcohol), bleach, citrus, naphtha, orsilicone-based products or additives on
interior components can cause damage.Caution: Statically-charged materials can
cause damage to the touchscreen or
instrument panel.
Cleaning
160Model X Owner
HomeLinkFCC certification 189
programming and using 135
hood 14
horn 39, 41
I
IC
certifications 188
Ideal range 110
identification labels 167
Insane setting (dual-motor) 106
instant range 64
instrument panelcharging status 148
cleaning 160
overview of 45interiorcleaning 160
dimensions 171
lights 50
overview 2
temperature control 114
Internet radio 122
intrusion detection 134
J
J1772 141
Jack mode 120
jacking 165
K
keyFCC and IC certifications 188
how to use 4
key not inside 43
ordering extras 6
replacing battery 5
keyless entry 4
L
labelTire and Loading Information 168
vehicle certification 168
lane assist 94
lane change flash 54
lane change, automatic 87
lane departure warning 94
language setting 110
LATCH child seats, installing 28
Launch Mode 62
liftgateliftgate (continued)adjust opening height 12
opening 12
lifting 165
lightsadaptive headlights 53
hazard warning 54
headlights after exit 53
turn signals 54
load limits 168
location-based suspension 119
locking and unlocking doors 4
Ludicrous setting (dual-motor) 106
lumbar support 18
M
maintenancebrake fluid, checking 163
cleaning 159
daily and monthly checks 149
fluid replacement intervals 149
panel, removing 163
replacing wipers 162
service intervals 149
tires 150
washer
fluid, topping up 164
map updates 131
maps 128
mats 161
Max Battery Power 106
media 121
mileage upon delivery 186
mirrors 42
mobile app 139
Mobile Connectordescription 141
using 143
modifications 166
motor specifications 172
N naming 112
navigation 128
NCC
certifications 188
Neutral gear 44
NHTSA, contacting 187
night mode 110
nose cone, removing 182
O occupancy sensor 35
odometer 63
overhang dimensions 170
Index
192Model X Owner
overtake acceleration 78
Owner Information, about 184, 185
P Park Assist 59
Park gear 44
parking brake 57
parking, automatic 89
parts replacement 166
passenger detection 35
passenger front airbag 35
personal data, erasing 113phonesteering wheel buttons 40
using 126
PIN 37
power management 64
power socket 125
power windows 11
powering on and
off 43
Preconditioning 110
preferences, setting 110
Proposition 65 186
public charging stations 141
R radar 76
radio 121
Radio Frequency information 188
rain sensor 55
rangedisplayed on instrument panel 45
driving tips to maximize 64
regenerative braking 57
range assurance 64
Range mode 64
Range Mode 106
Rated range 110
re-routing 129
rear seats, accessing 20
rear view camera 66
rear window switches, disabling 11
Recent (Media Player) 123
Recents 128
regenerative braking 57
region format 110
release notes 138
Reverse gear 44
RFID transponders 166
roadside assistance 180
rotating tires 151
route overview 129
S
safety defects, reporting 187safety informationairbags 36
child seats 32
seat belts 24
satellite radio 122
seat beltscleaning 160
in a collision 23
overview of 22
pre-tensioners 23
wearing when pregnant 22
seat covers 21
seat heaters 114
seating capacity 168
seatsadjusting 18
heaters 114
seats, second row 19
security settings 134
sensors 76
service data recording 186
service intervals 149
Settings 110
Settings, erasing 113
shifting gears 44
Show Commute Advice 129
side collision avoidance 94
side collision warning 94
SiriusXM 122
slip start 58
Smart Preconditioning 110
software reset 113
software updates 138
specificationsdimensions 170
exterior 170
interior 171
motor 172
subsystems 172
tires 175
weights 171
wheels 175
spoiler 67
stability control 58
starting 43
steering
specifications 172
steering wheeladjusting position 39
adjusting sensitivity 39
buttons 39
heated 39
scroll bars 39
steering, automatic 84
Streaming radio 122
summer tires 152
Summon 89
Index
Index193