2020 TESLA MODEL 3 screen

wall outlet instead of using energy stored in
the Battery. For example, if you are sitting in
Model 3 and using the touchscreen while
parked and plugged in, Model 3 draws energy
from the wall outlet instead of the Battery.Caution: The connector end of the charge
cable can damage the paint if dropped
onto the vehicle.
During Charging
During charging, the charge port light (the Tesla "T" logo) pulses green, and thetouchscreen displays the charging status. The
frequency at which the charge port light
pulses slows down as the charge level
approaches full. When charging is complete,
the light stops pulsing and is solid green.
Note: If Model 3 is locked, the charge port
light does not light up.
If the charge port light turns red while
charging, a fault is detected. Check the
touchscreen for a message describing the
fault. A fault can occur due to something as
common as a power outage. If a power outage
occurs, charging resumes automatically when
power is restored.
Note: When charging, particularly at high
currents, the refrigerant compressor and fan
operate as needed to keep the Battery cool.
Therefore, it is normal to hear sounds during charging.
Note: Air conditioning performance is
generally not affected by charging. However,
under certain circumstances (for example, you
are charging at high currents during a
particularly warm day), the air coming from
the vents may not be as cool as expected and
a message displays on the touchscreen. This is
normal behavior and ensures that the Battery stays within an optimum temperature range
while charging to support longevity and optimum performance.
Warning: Never spray liquid at a high
velocity (for example, if using a pressure
washer) towards the charge port while
charging. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or
damage to the vehicle, charging
equipment, or property.
Stopping Charging
Stop charging at any time by disconnecting
the charge cable or touching Stop Charging
on the touchscreen.
Note: To prevent unauthorized unplugging of
the charge cable, the charge cable latch remains locked and Model 3 must be unlockedor able to recognize your authenticated phone
before you can disconnect the charge cable.
However, in cold ambient temperatures below
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Scheduled Charging is best used to determinewhen your vehicle should start charging;
Scheduled Departure is best used to
determine when charging should complete for
your drive.
Note: Your vehicle aims to finish charging
before 6am (end of off-peak hours). If given
sufficient time to charge, charging may stop at
6am, even if your scheduled departure is later.
The vehicle warms the Battery and
preconditions the cabin shortly before your
scheduled departure time. If the vehicle does
not have enough time to complete charging before 6am, it will continue to charge until it
reaches the target Battery percentage.
Note: If your vehicle is not plugged into a
charger, Scheduled departure will not
precondition the cabin or battery.
Supercharger Usage Fees and IdleFees
When charging using a Tesla supercharger,
SUPERCHARGING information displays at the
bottom of the charging screen. This information includes the location, the time
that charging started, and an estimate of how
much the session will cost. When you stop
supercharging, the estimated cost of that
session displays until a new supercharging
session begins.
Note: Estimated pricing is displayed for your
convenience only and may not re

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a TPMS that displays a
tire pressure telltale (Tire Pressure Warning)
on the touchscreen when one or more of your
tires is significantly under- or over-in

Reporting Safety Defects
Contacting Tesla For detailed information about your Model 3,
go to www.tesla.com, and log on to your Tesla
Account, or sign up to get an account.
If you have any questions or concerns about
your Model 3, call 1-877-79TESLA
(1-877 )798-3752).
Note: You can also use voice commands to
provide feedback to Tesla. Say "Note",
"Report", "Bug note", or "Bug report" (in the
English language) followed by brief comments
in your language of choice. Model 3 takes a
snapshot of its systems, including your current
location, vehicle diagnostic data, and screen
captures of the touchscreen. Tesla periodically
reviews these notes and uses them to
continue improving Model 3.
Reporting Safety Defects - US
If you believe that Model 3 has a defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Tesla.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation. If it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Tesla.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
National Highway Traffic Safety, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www.safercar.gov.
Reporting Safety Defects - Canada
If you believe that your Model 3 has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform
Transport Canada, in addition to notifying
Tesla. To contact Transport Canada, call their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510.
Reporting Safety Defects
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Mobile Connector (continued)description 154
using 157
modifications 179
motor specifications 188
my car does what? 203
N
naming 123
Navigate on Autopilot 96
navigating 130, 131
NCC certifications 209
Neutral gear 56
NHTSA, contacting 208
O
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration 111
occupancy sensor 43
occupant classification 45
odometer 8
offset from speed limit 114
Online Routing 133
opening hood without power 201
overhang dimensions 186
overtake acceleration 87
Owner Information, about 204
P Park Assist 70
Park gear 56
parking brake 67
parking, using Autopark 100
parking, using Summon 102
parts replacement 179
passenger detection 43
passenger front airbag 43
pedestrian warning 79
personal data, erasing 124
phoneadding as a key 12
authenticating as a key 9
removing as a key 12
using 139
phone app 140
phone key 9
PIN 49
PIN to Drive 143
power cycling 54
power socket 26
power windows 18
powering on and off 54
Proposition 65 207
public charging stations 154
R
radar 84
radio 136
Radio Frequency information 209rangedriving tips to maximize 74
regenerative braking 66
range assurance 74
Re-route 133
rear seats, folding and raising 29
rear view camera 75
rear window switches, disabling 18
recent (Media Player) 137
Recents (navigation) 131
regenerative braking 66
relative speed limit 114
release notes 152
restarting the touchscreen 54
Reverse gear 56
RFID transponders 179
roadside assistance 198
roof racks 185
rotating tires 165
Round Trip Energy (navigating) 133
S safety defects, reporting 208
safety informationairbags 47
child seats 39
seat belts 33
scheduled charging 160
scheduled departureusing 160seat beltscleaning 173
in a collision 32
overview of 31
pre-tensioners 32
wearing when pregnant 32
seat covers 30
seat heaters 125, 127
seating capacity 184
seatsadjusting 28
heaters 125
security settings 143
sensors 84
Sentry Mode 143
service data recording 206
service intervals 162
Settings, erasing 124
shifting gears 56
Show Calendar Upon Entry 141
Side Clearance (Summon) 102
side collision warning 108
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slip start 69
Smart Summon 105smartphoneauthenticating as a key 9
removing as a key 12
software reset 124
software update preferences 151
software updates 151
software version 8
specifications12V battery 189
brakes 188
cargo volume 187
dimensions 186
exterior 186
High Voltage Battery 189
interior 186
motor 188
steering 188
subsystems 188
suspension 189
tires 191
transmission 188
weights 187
wheels 190
speed assist 114
Speed Limit Mode 124
speed limit warning 114
stability control 69
starting 54
steering specifications 188
steering wheeladjusting position 50
adjusting sensitivity 50
buttons 50
lights, controlling 58
scroll buttons 50
steering, automatic 93
streaming radio 136
streaming services 136
summer tires 170
Summon 102
Summon Distance 102
superchargingdescribed 161
idle fees 161
pay-per-use fees 161
suspension specifications 189
T telematics 206
temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 155
cabin, controls for 125
outside 61
tires 194
Teslacam 76
tie-down straps
200
tilt/intrusion detection 143
Tire and Loading Information label 184
tire noise 171Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemoverview of 168
tire pressures, checking 164
tiresall-season 170
balancing 165
chains 171
inspecting and maintaining 165
pressures, how to check 164
quality grading 194
replacing 166
replacing a tire sensor 169
rotation 165
specification 191
summer 170
temperature grades 194
tire markings 192
traction grade 194
treadwear grade 194
wheel configuration 164
winter 170
toll system transponders, attaching 179
torque specifications 188
touch up body 173
touchscreencleaning 173
overview 4
restarting 50
software updates 151
towing a trailer 185
towing instructions 199
TPMSoverview of 168
Track Mode 73
Tracking Disabled 130
traction control 69
trademarks 204
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 87
trailer hitches 185
transmission specifications 188
transponders, attaching 179
Transport Canada, contacting 208
Transport Mode 200
transporting 199
trip chart 74
Trip Planner 134
trunk, front 21
trunk, rear 19
turn signals 60
U
ultrasonic sensors 84
uniform tire quality grading 194
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