windshield TESLA MODEL 3 2020 Owner's Manuals
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Wipers and Washers
Wipers
To perform a single wipe with the windshield
wipers, press and immediately release the
button on the end of the left-hand steering column lever.
To adjust the continuous wiper settings, touch the windshield wiper icon located in the"Cards" area on the touchscreen (see
Touchscreen Overview on page 4). The wiper
card displays the current state of the wipers.
Note: When you operate the wipers, the
headlights automatically turn on (if they were
not on already).
Caution: To avoid damaging the hood,
ensure that the hood is fully closed before
activating the windshield wipers.
1. Turn the wipers on or off.
2. Adjust the speed of the wipers.
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Autopilot
About Autopilot
How It Works Your Model 3 includes the following Autopilot components that actively monitor the surrounding
roadway:
1. A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
2. Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers.
3. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
4. Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
5. A camera is mounted to each front fender.
6. Radar is mounted behind the front bumper.
Model 3 is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering systems.
About Autopilot
84Model 3 Owner
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Wiper Blades and Washer Jets
Checking and Cleaning Wiper
Blades
Periodically clean the edge of the wiper
blades and check the rubber for cracks, splits, and roughness. If damaged, replace the bladeimmediately to prevent damage to the glass
and improve visibility.
Contaminants on the windshield, or on the
wiper blades, can reduce the effectiveness of
the wipers. Contaminants include ice, wax
spray from car washes, washer
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Topping Up Windshield Washer
Fluid
The only reservoir into which you can add