2020 TESLA MODEL S park assist

Contents
Overview............................................................. 2
Interior Overview.........................................................................2
Exterior Overview....................................................................... 3
Touchscreen Overview..............................................................4
Opening and Closing....................................10
Keys and Doors.......................................................................... 10 Windows....................................................................................... 15Rear Trunk.................................................................................... 16Front Trunk.................................................................................. 19Interior Storage and Electronics.......................................... 21 Sunroof......................................................................................... 24
Seating and Safety Restraints.................. 25 Front and Rear Seats.............................................................. 25Seat Belts..................................................................................... 27Child Safety Seats.................................................................... 30
Airbags......................................................................................... 37
Driving...............................................................42 Driver Profiles ............................................................................ 42
Steering Wheel......................................................................... 44 Mirrors...........................................................................................48Starting and Powering Off....................................................50
Gears............................................................................................. 52 Lights............................................................................................ 54Instrument Panel....................................................................... 58Wipers and Washers............................................................... 64 Braking and Stopping............................................................. 66Traction Control........................................................................ 70
Park Assist.................................................................................... 71 Vehicle Hold................................................................................ 73Acceleration Modes................................................................. 74 Trip Information........................................................................ 76Getting Maximum Range....................................................... 77
Rear View Camera.................................................................... 79
Dashcam...................................................................................... 80
Cold Weather Best Practices............................................... 83
Autopilot.......................................................... 85 About Autopilot........................................................................ 85Traffic-Aware Cruise Control................................................88
Autosteer..................................................................................... 95 Autopark.................................................................................... 102Summon..................................................................................... 104 Smart Summon........................................................................ 107
Lane Assist................................................................................. 110 Collision Avoidance Assist.................................................... 113Speed Assist.............................................................................. 116
Using the Touchscreen............................... 118 Controls....................................................................................... 118 Climate Controls...................................................................... 128Maps and Navigation............................................................. 134Media and Audio.....................................................................140Phone...........................................................................................143Air Suspension......................................................................... 146Calendar..................................................................................... 148Security Settings.....................................................................149 HomeLink

Exterior Overview
1.Exterior lights ( Lights on page 54)
2. Door handles ( Using Exterior Door Handles on page 12)
3. Sunroof (optional) ( Sunroof on page 24)
4. Charge port ( Charging Instructions on page 164)
5. Autopilot cameras ( About Autopilot on page 85)
6. Exterior mirrors ( Mirrors on page 48)
7. Hood/Front trunk ( Front Trunk on page 19)
8. Radar sensor (hidden from view in the above image) ( About Autopilot on page 85)
9. Wheels and tires ( Wheels and Tires on page 197)
10. Rear view camera ( Rear View Camera on page 79 and About Autopilot on page 85)
11. Rear trunk/liftgate ( Rear Trunk on page 16)
12. Ultrasonic sensors ( Park Assist on page 71 and About Autopilot on page 85)
Exterior Overview
Overview3

Park Assist
How Park Assist Works
Model S has several sensors designed to detect the presence of objects. When drivingslowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when
parking), the sensors alert you if an object is
detected in close proximity of your Model S.
Objects are only detected in the direction of
the gear you selected; front objects in Drive,
rear objects in Reverse.
Warning: You may not be alerted if
Model S rolls freely in the opposite
direction of the gear you selected (for
example, you will not receive an alert if
Model S rolls backwards down a hill while
in Drive).
The sensors are activated when driving slower
than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Warning: Never depend on Park Assist to
inform you if an area you are approaching is free of objects and/or people. Several
external factors can reduce the
performance of Park Assist, causingeither no readings or false readings (see
Limitations and False Warnings on page
72). Therefore, depending on Park Assist
to determine if Model S is approaching an obstruction can result in damage to the
vehicle and/or objects, and can
potentially cause serious injury. Always
inspect the area with your own eyes.
When reversing, perform shoulder checks and use all mirrors. Park assist does not
detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
animals, or objects that are moving, protruding, located too far above or
below the sensors, or too close or too far
from the sensors. Park Assist is for
guidance purposes only and is not intended to replace your own direct visual
checks. It is not a substitute for careful
driving.
Visual and Audio Feedback
When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist
view displays on the left side of the instrument
panel, showing objects that are in close
proximity to the front and rear of Model S.
This view closes when you shift into Drive
unless an object is detected close to the front
of Model S, in which case the Park Assist view
closes automatically when your driving speed
exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h). When reversing,
visual feedback also displays on the touchscreen, immediately below the camera
view (see Rear View Camera on page 79). You
can manually close the park assist view on the touchscreen by touching the X in the upper
corner.
When driving with the Camera app displayed on the touchscreen, you can switch to the
Park Assist view when driving at speeds below
5 mph (8 km/h). Touch the button located in
the upper left corner of the Camera app
window. This is useful if you need assistance
with parallel parking.
If chimes are turned on (see Controlling
Audible Feedback on page 72), an audible
beep sounds as you approach an object. You
can temporarily mute the chime by pressing
the scroll button on the left side of the steering wheel or by touching the mute buttonon the bottom left corner of the Park Assist
view.
Note: If a sensor is unable to provide
feedback, the instrument panel displays an
alert message.
Caution: Keep sensors clean from dirt,
debris, snow, and ice. Avoid using a high
Park Assist
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pressure power washer on the sensors
and do not clean a sensor with a sharp or abrasive object that can scratch or
damage its surface.Caution: Do not install accessories or
stickers on or near the parking sensors.
Controlling Audible Feedback
You can use Park Assist with or without
audible feedback. To turn chimes on or off,
touch Controls > Safety & Security > Park
Assist Chimes .
To mute the chimes temporarily, press the
scroll button on the left side of the steering
wheel or touch the mute button in the corner
of the Park Assist view. The chimes are muted
until you shift into a different gear or drive
over 5 mph (8 km/h).
Limitations and False Warnings The parking sensors may not function
correctly in these situations:

Rear View Camera
Camera Location
Model S is equipped with a rear view camera
located above the rear license plate.
Whenever you shift into Reverse, the
touchscreen displays the view from the
camera. Lines show your driving path based
on the position of the steering wheel. These
lines adjust appropriately as you move the
steering wheel.
Note: Visual feedback from the parking
sensors display on the instrument panel (see Park Assist on page 71).
To display the view from the camera at any
time:
Open the app launcher then
touch the camera icon.Warning: Never depend on the rear view
camera to inform you if the area behind
you is free of objects and/or people when
reversing. The camera may not detect
objects or barriers that can potentially
cause damage or injury. In addition, several external factors can reduce the
performance of the camera, including a
dirty or obstructed lens. Therefore,
depending on the rear view camera to
determine if Model S is approaching an
obstruction can result in damage to the vehicle and/or objects, and can
potentially cause serious injury. Always
inspect the area with your own eyes.
When reversing, perform shoulder checks and use all mirrors. Use the camera forguidance purposes only. It is not intendedto replace your own direct visual checks
and is not a substitute for careful driving.
Cleaning the Camera
To ensure a clear picture, keep the camera lens clean, and free of obstructions. Remove any
buildup of dirt by occasionally wiping the
camera lens with a soft damp cloth.
Caution: Do not use chemical-based or
abrasive cleaners. Doing so can damage
the surface of the camera lens.
Rear View Camera
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Index
A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 66
absolute speed limit 116
Acceleration settings 74
access panel, removing 184
accessoriesplugging into power socket 22
adaptive headlights 56
Adaptive Suspension Damping 146
adjacent lane speed 110
air circulation 130
air conditioning 128
air distribution 130
air filter 133
air suspension 146
air vents 132
airbags 37
alarm 149
all-season tires 178
always connected, setting 77
Always Show Estimated Round Trip Energy 137
anti-lock braking (ABS) 66
application launcher 4
audioequalizer 142
immersive sound 142
playing files 140
steering wheel buttons 44
volume control 140
Auto High Beam 56
Auto Lane Change 97
auto-raising suspension 146
automatic emergency braking 114
automatic navigation 134
Autopark 102
autopilotblind spot collision warning 110
side collision warning 110
staying inside lane markings 110AutopilotAuto Lane Change 97
automatic emergency braking 113
Autopark 102
Autosteer 95
collision avoidance assist 113
forward collision warning 113
Navigate on Autopilot 98
overtake acceleration 88
overview 85
speed assist 116
speed limit warning 116
staying within speed limits 116
Summon 104
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 88
Autopilot components 85
Autosteer 95
average range 77
B
backup camera 79battery (12V)complete discharge 162
specifications 196Battery (high voltage)care of 162
coolant 184
specifications 196
temperature limits 162
battery (key), replacing 11
blind spot collision warning 110
blind spot collision warning chime 110
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 142
general information 143
phone, pairing and using 143
body repairs 188
body touch up 182
brakesautomatic in emergencies 114

child protectiondisabling rear window switches 15child seatscleaning 181
installing and using 30child-protectiondisabling liftgate and rear door handles
13
Chill acceleration 74
cleaning 180
climate controls 128
cold weather driving 83
collision avoidance assist 113
connecting to Wi-Fi 156
console12V power socket 22
cup holders 23
USB ports 21
consumption chart 77
contact informationroadside assistance 205
Tesla 215
copyrights 211
Creep 67
cruise control 88
cup holders 23
D dashboard overview 2
Dashcam 80
data recording 213
data sharing 213
declarations of conformity 216
delivery mileage 214
devicesBluetooth, playing audio files 142
connecting 21
playing audio files from 142
dimensions 192
dome (map) lights 54
door handles 12
door labels 190
Door Unlock Mode 12
doors 10
doors, opening 10
drive away locking 13
Drive gear 52
driverprofiles 42
seat adjustment 25drivingseating position 25
starting 50
tips to maximize range 77E
Easter Eggs 209
easy entry, driver profile 42
EDR (event data recorder) 213
electric parking brake 68
emergency braking 113
emergency

mileage upon delivery 214
mirrors 48
mobile app 159Mobile Connectordescription 161
using 164
modifications 188
motor specifications 194
my car does what? 209
N naming 126
Navigate on Autopilot 98
navigating 134, 135
NCC certifications 216
Neutral gear 52
NHTSA, contacting 215
O Obstacle-Aware Acceleration 113
occupancy sensor 39
odometer 9, 76
offset from speed limit 116
Online Routing 137
overhang dimensions 192
overtake acceleration 88
Owner Information, about 211
P
Park Assist 71
Park gear 52
parking brake 68
parking, using Autopark 102
parking, using Summon 104
parts replacement 188
passenger detection 39
passenger front airbag 39
personal data, erasing 127
phonesteering wheel buttons 45
using 143
phone app 144
PIN 43
PIN to Drive 149
power cycling 50
power management 77
power socket 22
power windows 15
powering on and off 50
Proposition 65 214
public charging stations 161
R
radar 85
radio 140
Radio Frequency information 216rangedisplayed on instrument panel 58
driving tips to maximize 77
regenerative braking 67
range assurance 77
Range mode 77
Re-route 137
rear seats, folding and raising 26
rear view camera 79
rear window switches, disabling 15
recent (Media Player) 141
Recents (navigation) 135
regenerative braking 67
relative speed limit 116
release notes 158
restarting the touchscreen 50
Reverse gear 52
RFID transponders 188
roadside assistance 205
Roll 67
roof racks 191
rotating tires 174
Round Trip Energy (navigating) 137
S safety defects, reporting 215
safety informationairbags 40
child seats 36
seat belts 28
satellite radio 140
scheduled charging 167
scheduled departureusing 167seat beltscleaning 181
in a collision 28
overview of 27
pre-tensioners 28
wearing when pregnant 27
seat covers 26
seat heaters 128
seating capacity 190
seatsadjusting 25
heaters 128
security settings 149
sensors 85
Sentry Mode 149
service data recording 213
service intervals 171
Settings, erasing 127
Index
222Model S Owner