2020 TESLA MODEL Y belt

Seating Larger Children
If a child is too large to fit into a child safety seat, but
too small to safely
fit into the standard seat belts, use a
booster seat appropriate for the child’s age and size. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions to secure the booster seat.
Installing Child Safety Seats
There are two general methods used to install child safety seats:

In the second row, install LATCH child safety seats in the
outboard seating positions only. Use only a seat belt
retained seat in the center position.
To install a LATCH child safety seat, slide the safety seat
latches onto the anchor bars until they click into place. Carefully read and follow the instructions provided by
the child safety seat manufacturer.
Once installed, test the security of the installation before seating a child. Attempt to twist the child safety seat from side to side and try to pull it away from the seat, then check to ensure the anchors remain securely in place.
NOTE: Lower LATCH anchors should not be used with
child seats or booster seats that have an integrated safety belt in situations where the combined weight of
the child plus the child restraint is more than
65 lbs (29.5
kg). In these situations, use the safety belt instead.
Attaching Upper Tether Straps
If an upper tether strap is provided, attach its hook to the anchor point located behind the rear seat.
NOTE: The location of anchor points may not be readily
visible but can be found by identifying a slice in the seat

For a single-strap tether at the center seating position, raise the head support
(see Raising/Lowering the Rear
Center Head Support on page 27) and run the strap
under the head support.
Testing a Child Safety Seat
Before seating a child, always make sure the child safety seat is not loose:
1.
Hold the child safety seat by the belt path and try to slide the safety seat from side to side and front to back.
2.
If the seat moves more than one inch (2.5 cm), it is
too loose. Tighten the belt or reconnect the
LATCH
retained child safety seat.
3.
If you are unable to reduce slack, try a different seat
location or try another child safety seat.
Child Safety Seat WarningsWARNING: Extreme hazard! Do not seat a child
on the front passenger seat even if you are using
a child safety seat. This seat has an airbag in front
of it. Although this airbag is disabled when Model
Y detects a lightweight passenger, do not rely on
technology to protect your child.
WARNING: Child restraint systems are designed
to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the
lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Children
could be endangered in a crash if their child
restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle.
WARNING: According to collision statistics,
children are safer when properly restrained in the
rear seating positions than in the front seating
positions.
WARNING: Do not use a forward facing child
safety seat until your child weighs over 20 lbs (9
kg) and can sit independently. Up to the age of
two, a child

Location of Airbags
Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown below. Airbag warning information is printed on the sun visors.
Model Y is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt at both front seating positions. The airbag is a
supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants, including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death
in the event of a crash.
1.
Knee airbag
2.
Front airbags
3.
Seat-mounted side airbags
4.
Curtain airbags
Airbags
37Opening and Closing

Inflation EffectsWARNING: When airbags inflate, a fine powder is
released. This powder can irritate the skin and
should be thoroughly flushed from the eyes and
from any cuts or abrasions.
After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide a gradual
cushioning
effect for the occupants and to ensure the
driver’s forward vision is not obscured.
If airbags have inflated, or if your vehicle has been in a
collision, your vehicle requires servicing before it will power up. In addition, your airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners and any associated components must be checked, and if necessary, replaced. Contact Tesla
Service immediately.
In a collision, in addition to the airbags inflating:

Cleaning the Interior
Frequently inspect and clean the interior to maintain its
appearance and to prevent premature wear. If possible, immediately wipe up spills and remove marks. For general cleaning, wipe interior surfaces using a soft cloth (such as
microfiber) dampened with a mixture of warm
water and mild non-detergent cleaner (test all cleaners on a concealed area before use). To avoid streaks, dry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
Interior Glass
Do not scrape, or use any abrasive cleaning fluid on
glass or mirrored surfaces. This can damage the
reflective surface of the mirror and the heating elements
in the rear window.
Airbags
Do not allow any substance to enter an airbag cover. This could
affect correct operation.
Dashboard and Plastic Surfaces
Do not polish the upper surfaces of the dashboard. Polished surfaces are
reflective and could interfere with
your driving view.
Polyurethane Seats
Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft cloth
moistened with warm water and non-detergent soap.
Wipe gently in a circular motion. After cleaning, allow the seats to air dry.
Be careful with dyes, such as from clothing or denim,
that come into contact with the seats. Dyes can
diffuse

into the seat material over time and cause staining.
CAUTION: Aftermarket, non-Tesla seat covers may
inhibit the sensitivity of seat sensors and may
cause staining or damage.
Cloth Seats
Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft cloth
moistened with warm water and non-detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular motion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-free cloth. Vacuum the seats as needed to remove any loose dirt.
Carpets
Avoid over-wetting carpets. For heavily soiled areas, use
a diluted upholstery cleaner.
Seat Belts
Extend the belts to wipe. Do not use any type of
detergent or chemical cleaning agent. Allow the belts to dry naturally while extended, preferably away from
direct sunlight.
Touchscreen
Clean the touchscreen using a soft lint-free cloth
specifically designed to clean monitors and displays. Do
not use cleaners (such as a glass cleaner) and do not use a wet wipe or a dry statically-charged cloth (such as a recently washed
microfiber). To wipe the touchscreen
without activating buttons and changing settings, you
can enable Screen Clean Mode. Touch
Controls > Display
> Screen Clean Mode. The display darkens to make it
easy to see dust and smudges. To exit Screen Clean
Mode, press and hold
HOLD TO EXIT.
Chrome and Metal Surfaces
Polish, abrasive cleaners or hard cloths can damage the
finish on chrome and metal surfaces.
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
CAUTION: Using solvents (including alcohol),
bleach, citrus, naphtha, or silicone-based products
or additives on interior components can cause
damage.
CAUTION: Statically-charged materials can cause
damage to the touchscreen.
WARNING: If you notice any damage on an airbag
or seat belt, contact Tesla immediately.
WARNING: Do not allow any water, cleaners, or
fabric to enter a seat belt mechanism.
WARNING: Exposure to chemical cleaners can be
hazardous and can irritate eyes and skin. Read and
observe the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the chemical cleaner.
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body
Repair
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body, you
can occasionally treat the paint surfaces with an approved polish containing:

reading light: 23
rear seats, adjusting and folding: 26
rear view camera: 69
rear window switches, disabling: 15
recent (Media Player): 136
Recents (navigation): 131
recording videos: 70, 144
regenerative braking: 61
relative speed limit: 117
release notes: 150
restarting the touchscreen: 49
Reverse gear: 51
RFID transponders: 177
roadside assistance: 193
roof racks: 181
rotating tires: 165
Round Trip Energy (navigating): 132
S
safety defects, reporting: 202
safety information: 31, 36, 43
airbags: 43
child seats: 36
seat belts: 31
schedule service: 151
scheduled charging: 160
scheduled departure: 160
using: 160
seat belts: 29, 30, 171
cleaning: 171
in a collision: 30
overview of: 29
pre-tensioners: 30
wearing when pregnant: 30
seat covers: 28
seat heaters: 125, 127
seating capacity: 179
seats: 25, 125
heaters: 125
security settings: 142
sensors: 81
Sentry Mode: 142
service data recording: 199
service intervals: 162
Settings, erasing: 124
shifting gears: 51
Show Calendar Upon Entry: 140
Side Clearance (Summon): 105
side collision warning: 111
slip start: 63
Smart Summon: 108
smartphone: 8, 11
authenticating as a key: 8
removing as a key: 11
Software Reinstall: 149
software reset: 124
software update preferences: 149
software updates: 149
software version: 7
specifications: 181, 183, 185
12V battery: 185
brakes: 183
cargo volume: 183
dimensions: 181
exterior: 181
High Voltage Battery: 185
interior: 181
motor: 183
steering: 183
subsystems: 183
suspension: 185
tires: 185
transmission: 183
weights: 183
wheels: 185
speed assist: 117
Speed Limit Mode: 123
speed limit warning: 117
stability control: 63
starting: 49
steering specifications: 183
steering wheel: 46, 53
adjusting position: 46
adjusting sensitivity: 46
buttons: 46
lights, controlling: 53
scroll buttons: 46
steering, automatic: 89
streaming radio: 135
streaming services: 135
summer tires: 168
Summon: 105
Summon Distance: 105
supercharging: 160
described: 160
idle fees: 160
pay-per-use fees: 160
suspension specifications: 185
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