2020 TESLA MODEL X battery

Charging
Electric Vehicle Components
High Voltage Components
1. Front Motor
2. Air Conditioning Compressor
3. Forward Junction Box
4. High Voltage Cabling
5. Battery Coolant Heater
6. DC-DC Converter
7. Cabin Heater
8. High Voltage Battery
9. On-board Charger
10. Charge Port
11. Rear Motor
12. HV Cable to Rear HVAC Assembly
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 X.
These labels are there for your safety.Warning: In the unlikely event that a fire occurs, immediately contact your local fire
emergency responders.
Electric Vehicle Components
182Model X Owner

Battery Information
About the Battery
Model X 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 X for several weeks. When plugged in,
Model X wakes up when needed to
automatically maintain a charge level that
maximizes the lifetime of the Battery.
Note: When left idle and unplugged, your
vehicle periodically uses energy from the Battery for system tests and recharging the
12V battery when necessary.
There is no advantage to waiting until the
Battery

Battery Warnings and CautionsWarning: The Battery has no parts that an
owner or a non-Tesla authorized service technician can service. Under no
circumstances should you open or tamper
with the Battery. Always contact Tesla to arrange for Battery servicing.Caution: If the Battery

Note: If Model X 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 instrument panel or 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 instrument panel.
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 X must be unlockedor able to recognize your key before you can
disconnect the charge cable.
To disconnect the charge cable:
1. Press and hold the button on the
connector handle to release the latch.
Alternatively, unlock the vehicle by
opening a door, using a key fob, or
touching Stop Charging on the
touchscreen. These methods unlock the
charge port as well.
2. Pull the connector from the charge port.
3. Push the charge port door closed.
Note:
If Model X is equipped with a motorized
charge port door, it automatically closes shortly after you remove the charge cable.Caution: Tesla strongly recommends
leaving Model X plugged in when not in use. This maintains the Battery at the
optimum level of charge.
Manually Releasing Charge Cable
If the usual methods for releasing a charge
cable from the charge port (using the charge
handle release button, touchscreen, or mobile
app) do not work, carefully follow these steps:
1. Ensure that Model X is not actively
charging by displaying the charging
screen on the touchscreen. If necessary,
touch Stop Charging .
2. Open the rear trunk.
3. Pull the charge port

Charging Status
The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only and may vary slightly
depending on the software version and market region.
1. Charging status information. For example, when Model X is charging, it displays the time
remaining until fully charged at the currently selected charge level. When a charging session is
scheduled, it displays when charging starts.
2. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. To choose between displaying distance
or energy percentage, touch Controls > Display > Energy Display .
Note: A portion of the battery image may appear blue. This indicates that a small portion of
the energy stored in the battery is not available because the battery is cold. This is normal and
no reason for concern. When the battery warms up, the blue portion no longer displays.
3. Charging rate per hour.
4. Estimated increase in driving distance (or energy) achieved so far in this charging session.
5. Current supplied/available from the connected power supply (see Changing Charge Settings
on page 188).
6. Voltage supplied by the charge cable.
Note: If Model X is charging and detects unexpected

SuspensionFrontIndependent, virtual pivot double
wishboneRearIndependent, virtual pivot double
wishbone
Battery - 12V
Rating33 amp hour or higherVoltage and Polarity12V negative (-) ground
Battery - High Voltage
TypeLiquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion)Temperature RangeDo not expose Model X to ambient
temperatures above 140

Index
A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 76
absolute speed limit 137
Acceleration settings 84
access panel, removing 206
accessoriesplugging into power socket 25
accessory carrier 94
adaptive headlights 67
Adaptive Suspension Damping 168
adjacent lane speed 131
air circulation 152
air conditioning 150
air distribution 152
air filter 155
air suspension 168
air vents 154
airbags 45
alarm 171
all-season tires 199
always connected, setting 87
Always Show Estimated Round Trip Energy 159
anti-lock braking (ABS) 76
application launcher 4
audioequalizer 164
immersive sound 164
playing files 162
steering wheel buttons 56
volume control 162
Auto High Beam 67
Auto Lane Change 118
auto-raising suspension 168
automatic emergency braking 135
automatic navigation 156
Autopark 123
autopilotblind spot collision warning 131
side collision warning 131
staying inside lane markings 131AutopilotAuto Lane Change 118
automatic emergency braking 134
Autopark 123
Autosteer 116
collision avoidance assist 134
forward collision warning 134
Navigate on Autopilot 119
overtake acceleration 109
overview 106
speed assist 137
speed limit warning 137
staying within speed limits 137
Summon 125
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 109
Autopilot components 106
Autosteer 116
average range
87
B
backup camera 89battery (12V)complete discharge 184
specifications 217Battery (high voltage)care of 184
coolant 206
specifications 217
temperature limits 184
battery (key), replacing 11
bicycle carrier 94
blind spot collision warning 131
blind spot collision warning chime 131
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 164
general information 165
phone, pairing and using 165
body repairs 209
body touch up 203
brakesautomatic in emergencies 135

seating position 51seatsadjusting 28
heaters 150
seats, second row 29
security settings 171
sensors 106
Sentry Mode 171
service data recording 234
service intervals 192
Settings, erasing 149
shifting gears 63
Show Calendar Upon Entry 170
Side Clearance (Summon) 125
side collision warning 131
SiriusXM 162
slip start 80
Smart Summon 128
software reset 149
software update preferences 179
software updates 179
software version 9
specifications12V battery 217
brakes 216
cargo volume 214
dimensions 213
exterior 213
High Voltage Battery 217
interior 213
motor 215
steering 216
subsystems 215
suspension 217
tires 219
transmission 216
wheels 218
speed assist 137
Speed Limit Mode 149
speed limit warning 137
spoiler 93
Sport acceleration 84
stability control 80
Standard acceleration 84
starting 61
steering specifications 216
steering wheeladjusting position 56
adjusting sensitivity 56
buttons 56
heated 56
scroll buttons 56
steering, automatic 116
Stopping Mode 77
streaming radio 163
streaming services 163
summer tires 199
Summon 125
Summon Distance 125
sun visors 27
superchargingdescribed 191
idle fees 191
pay-per-use fees 191
suspension (air), settings for 168
suspension specifications 217
T telematics 234
temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 184
cabin, controls for 150
heated steering wheel 58
outside 69
tires 222
Teslacam 90
third row seats, folding and raising 32
tie-down straps 229
tilt/intrusion detection 171
Tire and Loading Information label 211
tire noise 200
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC certification 238
overview of 198
tire pressures, checking 194
tire pressures, when towing 96
tiresall-season 199
balancing 195
chains 200
inspecting and maintaining 195
pressures, how to check 194
quality grading 222
replacing 196
replacing a tire sensor 198
rotation 195
specification 219
summer 199
temperature grades 222
tire markings 220
traction grade 222
treadwear grade 222
wheel configuration 194
winter 199
toll system transponders, attaching 209
torque specifications 215
touch up body 203
touchscreencleaning 202
overview 4
software updates 179
tow eye, locating 228
tow hitch, connecting 99
tow hitch, disconnecting 101
towing 228
towing a trailer 94
towing capacity 95
Index
244Model X Owner