2018 TESLA MODEL S Owner's Manual 

Loading New Software
Model S updates its software wirelessly,
providing new features throughout your term of ownership. Tesla recommends that you
install software updates as soon as they are
available. The
first time you enter Model S
after an update is made available, a scheduling window displays on the touchscreen. The
scheduling window displays again at the end
of your
first driving session.
Note: Some software updates can take up to
three hours to complete. Model S must be in
Park while the new software is being installed.
To ensure the fastest and most reliable
delivery of software updates, leave the Wi-Fi
turned on and connected whenever possible
(see Connecting to Wi-Fi on page 135).
When a software update is available, a yellow
clock icon appears on the touchscreen

Model S Mobile App
The Tesla Model S mobile app allows you to
communicate with Model S remotely using
your iPhone

High Voltage Components
1.Front Motor (dual-motor vehicles only)
2. Air Conditioning Compressor
3. Battery Coolant Heater
4. Forward Junction Box
5. High Voltage Cabling
6. On-board Charger
7. DC-DC Converter
8. Cabin Heater
9. High Voltage Battery
10. Charge Port
11. Rear Motor
Warning:
The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, remove
or replace high voltage components, cables or connectors. High voltage cables are typically colored orange for easy
identification.
Warning: Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model S.
These labels are there for your safety.Warning: In the unlikely event that a fire occurs, immediately contact your local fireemergency responders.
Electric Vehicle Components
138Model S Owner

Charging EquipmentCharging equipment designed
specifically to
charge your Model S is available from Tesla. A
Tesla Wall Connector, which installs in your
garage, is the fastest way to charge Model S at
home.
In several market regions, Model S is equipped
with a Mobile Connector and the adapter(s)
you need to plug into commonly used power outlets. When using the Mobile Connector,
first plug the Mobile Connector into the power
outlet, and then plug in Model S. For more information about your Mobile Connector, see
the Mobile Connector Owner

About the Battery
Model S has one of the most sophisticated
battery systems in the world. The most
important way to preserve the Battery is to LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE PLUGGED IN when
you are not using it. This is particularly
important if you are not planning to drive
Model S for several weeks. When plugged in, Model S wakes up when needed to
automatically maintain a charge level that maximizes the lifetime of the Battery.
There is no advantage to waiting until the Battery

Caution: Do not use the Battery as a
stationary power source. Doing so voids
the warranty.
Battery Information
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Opening the Charge Port
The charge port is located on the left side of
Model S, behind a door that is part of the rear
tail light assembly. Park so that the charge
cable easily reaches the charge port.
With Model S unlocked (or a recognized key is
within range) and in Park, press and release
the button on the Tesla charge cable to open the charge port door.
Note: If the charge cable is in range of the
charge port door, you can press the button on the charge cable to open the charge port door
even when Model S is locked or a recognized
key is not in range.
You can also open the charge port door using
any of these methods: