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Starting and Powering
Off
Starting When you open a door, Model 3 powers on the
touchscreen and you can operate all controls.
To drive Model 3:
1. PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL - Model 3
powers on and is ready to drive.
2. SELECT A GEAR - Move the gear lever all
the way down for Drive and all the way up
for Reverse. See Shifting Gears on page
51.
Note: If the PIN to Drive feature is enabled
(see PIN to Drive on page 118), you must also
enter a valid PIN on the touchscreen before
you can drive Model 3.
Note: If Passive Entry is off and you do not
press the brake pedal to start Model 3 within
approximately five minutes, a message
displays on the touchscreen and you must use
the key to lock then unlock Model 3 again before starting the vehicle.
Everything you need to know when driving
Model 3 displays on the touchscreen.
Drive Disabled - Requires Authentication If Model 3 does not detect a key when you
press the brake (an authenticated phone is not detected, or 30 seconds has passed since you
used the key card), the touchscreen displays a
message telling you that driving requires
authentication.
If you see this message, place the key card
behind the cup holders on the top of the center console where the RFID transmitter canread it. The 30 second authentication window
restarts and you can start Model 3 by pressing
the brake pedal.
A number of factors can affect whether Model
3 can detect an authenticated phone (for
example, the phone
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Note: Your phone automatically disconnects
whenever you leave Model 3.
Note: Unpairing the phone has no effect on
using the phone as a key. To forget an
authenticated phone, see Keys on page 7.
Connecting to a Paired Phone
Model 3 automatically connects with the last
phone to which it was connected, provided it
is within operating range and has Bluetooth turned on. If the last phone is not within range,
it attempts to connect with the next phone
that it has been paired with.
To connect to a different phone, touch the
Bluetooth icon on the top of the touchscreen.
The Bluetooth window displays a list of paired
phones. Choose the phone you want to connect to, then touch Connect. If the phone
you want to connect to is not listed, you must
pair the phone. See Pairing a Bluetooth Phone
on page 114.
When connected, the Model 3 touchscreen displays the Bluetooth symbol next to thephone name to show that the connection is
active.
Using the Phone App When your phone is connected to Model 3
using Bluetooth, and you have allowed access to your phone
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Security Settings
About the Security System
If Model 3 does not detect an authenticated
phone or the key card and a locked door or
trunk is opened, an alarm sounds and the
headlights and turn signals
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Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Service Intervals
Regular maintenance is the key to ensuring
the continued reliability and efficiency of your
Model 3.
Rotate the tires every 6,250 miles
(10,000 km). Maintain the correct tire
pressures. It is also important to perform the
daily and monthly checks described below.
Note: View tire pressures in the "Cards" area,
located toward the bottom on the left side of the touchscreen, as described in Touchscreen
Overview on page 4.
Model 3 should be serviced by Tesla-certified
technicians. Damages or failures caused by
maintenance or repairs performed by non-
Tesla certified technicians are not covered by
the warranty.
Daily Checks
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FCC CertificationComponentMfrOperating
Freq (MHz)Tested ForFCC IDPillar Endpoint 1089773
Pillar Endpoint
1089773ETesla13.56 and 2400US
Canada2AEIM-1089773
2AEIM-1089773ECenter Console
1089774Tesla13.56 and 2400US
Canada2AEIM-1089774Fascia Endpoint
1089775Tesla2400US
Canada2AEIM-1089775
Per FCC IDs 2AEIM-1089773, 2AEIM-1089773E, 2AEIM-1089774, and 2AEIM-1089775 the Model 3 passive entry devices listed above comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tesla could void your authority to operate
the equipment.
Important Note:
FCC Radiation Exposure: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits for an
uncontrolled environment.
Caution: This equipment and its antennas must not be co-located or operated with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Key and Passive Unlocking System
FCC Certification
Model NumberMfrGHzTested ForKey fob 1133148Tesla2.4USA
Canada
Per FCC ID 2AEIM-1133148, the device(s) listed above complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Declarations of Conformity
168Model 3 Owner
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Index
A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 60
absolute speed limit 92
access panel, removing 142
accessoriesplugging into power socket 21
aero covers 133
air circulation 102
air conditioning 101
air distribution 102
air filter 104
air vents 103
airbag, front passenger, disabling 42
airbags 40
alarm 118
all-season tires 135
Always Show Estimated Round Trip Energy 109
ambient lights 52
anti-lock braking (ABS) 60
audioequalizer 113
immersive sound 113
playing files 111
steering wheel scroll button 46
volume control 111
auto fold
48
Auto High Beam 53
Auto Lane Change 81
auto tilt 48
AUTO wipers 59
automatic emergency braking 90
Autopark 83
AutopilotAuto Lane Change 81
automatic emergency braking 89
Autopark 83
Autosteer 79
blind spot warning 87
collision avoidance assist 89
forward collision warning 89
overtake acceleration 73
overview 70
side collision warning 87
speed assist 92
speed limit warning 92
staying inside lane markings 87
staying within speed limits 92
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 73
Autopilot components 70
Autosteer 79
average range 67
B
backup camera 68
battery (12V)battery (12V) (continued)complete discharge 125
specifications 152Battery (high voltage)care of 125
coolant 142
specifications 152
temperature limits 125
battery (key), replacing 9
blind spot warning 87
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 113
general information 114
phone, pairing and using 114
body repairs 145
body touch up 138
booster seats 29
brake
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child seats (continued)disabling front passenger airbag 42
child-protection locks 13
cleaning 137
climate controls 101
coat hangers 21
collision avoidance assist 89
console12V power socket 21
opening (premium package) 20
rear 21
USB ports 20
consumption chart 67
contact informationroadside assistance 156coolantBattery, checking level of 142
Battery, replacement interval 130
copyrights 164
cruise control 73
D
DAB radio 112
dashboard overview 2
Dashcam 69
data recording 165
data sharing 165
declarations of conformity 167
delivery mileage 165
devicesBluetooth, playing audio files 113
connecting 20
playing audio files from 113
dimensions 149
dome (map) lights 52
door handles 12
door labels 147
doorsChild Lock 13
exterior door handles 12
interior locking and unlocking 13
keyless entry 12
locking 12
opening from exterior 12
opening from interior 12
Unlock on Park 13
unlocking 12doorsfunctionWalk-Away Door Lock 13
Drive gear 51
driverprofiles 44
seat adjustment 23drivingseating position 23
starting 49
tips to maximize range 67E
Easter Eggs 163
easy entry, driver profile 44
ecall 158
electric parking brake 61
emergency braking 89
emergency