TESLA MODEL 3 2023 Owners Manual
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NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle 
configuration, options purchased, and software version, 
your vehicle may not be equipped with Dashcam or the 
features may not operate exactly as described. It is your 
sole responsibility to consult and comply with all local 
regulations and property restrictions regarding the use 
of cameras.
Dashcam records video footage of your vehicle
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6. To turn Dashcam off, navigate to Controls > Safety > 
Dashcam > Off. If set to Auto, On Honk, or Manual, 
Dashcam will automatically enable every time you 
drive your vehicle.
Dashcam
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NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle 
configuration, options purchased, and software version, 
your vehicle may not be equipped with Sentry Mode or 
the features may not operate exactly as described. It is 
your sole responsibility to consult and comply with all 
local regulations and property restrictions regarding the 
use of cameras.
When enabled, your vehicle
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In Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode, you can 
determine if you want Sentry Mode to 
not enable in 
certain locations (see 
Home, Work, and Favorite 
Destinations on page 144 for more information):
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NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after 
approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB 
ports may only support charging devices. Tesla 
recommends using the USB port inside the glove box for 
all other functions.
NOTE: The ability to format, and view video footage on, 
USB drives may not be available on your vehicle 
depending on date of manufacture and vehicle 
configuration.
Some features on your Model 3 requires the use of a 
USB drive (for example, Dashcam
, Sentry Mode and 
Track Mode, if equipped) that meet these requirements:
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myQ
(If equipped) Model 3 can intelligently connect to your 
myQ smart garage, which allows you to remotely 
monitor and control your garage door through the vehicle
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CAUTION: Your device might open or close 
during programming. Therefore, before 
programming, make sure that the device is clear 
of any people or objects.
2. 
Check that the device
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Troubleshooting HomeLink
Standard Mode
In Standard Mode, Model 3 records the RF signal from 
your HomeLink device
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Wi-Fi is available as a data connection method and is often faster than cellular data networks. Connecting to Wi-Fi is especially useful in areas with limited or no 
cellular connectivity. To ensure fast, reliable delivery of  software and map updates, Tesla recommends leaving 
Model 3 connected to a Wi-Fi network whenever 
possible (for example, when parked overnight).
To connect to a Wi-Fi network:
1. 
Touch Controls > Wi-Fi icon at the top of the 
Controls screen. Model 3 begins to scan and display 
detected Wi-Fi networks that are within range.
When connected to Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi icon displays at 
the top of the touchscreen.
NOTE: If a known Wi-Fi network does not appear in 
the list, move 
Model 3 closer to the access point or 
consider using a range extender.
NOTE: When connecting to a 5GHz network (if 
available), check which channels are supported in  your region.
5GHz Network Channels Supported36-4852-64100-140149-165FFFF2. 
Select the Wi-Fi network you want to use, enter the password (if necessary), then touch 
Confirm.
3. 
Model 3 connects to the Wi-Fi network. Whenever 
the network is within range, 
Model 3 connects to it 
automatically.
You can also connect to a hidden network that isn
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