TESLA MODEL S 2014 Owner's manual (North America)

The available cargo or luggage weight should
then be distributed between the front and
rear trunks.Caution: Do not exceed the maximum
front trunk load weight of 300 lbs
(136 kg).
Towing a Trailer
Warning: Do not use Model S for towing
purposes. Model S does not support a
trailer hitch. Installing one could cause
damage and increase the risk of an
accident.Caution: Using Model S for towing may
void the warranty.
Roof Racks
If Model S is equipped with the all glass
panoramic roof, you can carry up to 75 kg
using a Tesla-approved roof rack (see Parts
and Accessories on page 125). A Model S
equipped with a solid aluminum roof is incompatible with roof racks.
Caution: Damage caused by roof racks is
not covered by the warranty.Caution: Do not use roof racks, or place
any load, on the roof of a Model S that is equipped with a solid aluminum roof.Doing so can cause significant damage.
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Exterior DimensionsAOverall Length196 in4,970 mmBOverall Width (including mirrors)
Overall Width (excluding mirrors)86.2 in 77.3 in2,189 mm
1,963 mmCOverall Height56.5 in1,427 mmDWheel Base116.5 in2,960 mmEOverhang - Front37 in929 mmFOverhang - Rear42.5 in1080 mmGGround Clearance6 in155 mmHTrack - Front
Track - Rear65.4 in
66.9 in1,661 mm
1,699 mm
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WeightsCurb Weight* (85 kWh Battery)4,630 lbs2,100 kgCurb Weight* (60 kWh Battery)4,407 lbs1,999 kgGross Vehicle Weight Rating5,710 lbs2,590 kgGross Vehicle Weight Distribution -
19" wheelsFront: 2,425 lbs
Rear: 3,285 lbsFront: 1,100 kgRear: 1,490 kgGross Vehicle Weight Distribution -
21" wheelsFront: 2,612 lbs
Rear: 3,097 lbsFront: 1,185 kgRear: 1,405 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front2,813 lbs1,276 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front
(Performance Plus models)2,723 lbs1,235 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear: 19"
wheels3,307 lbs1,500 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear: 21"
wheels3,131 lbs1,420 kgTrailer TowingNot permissible*Curb Weight = weight of the vehicle with correct fluid levels, no occupants and no cargo
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MotorTypeAC induction motor, liquid-cooled, with
variable frequency driveRating375 VoltsMaximum Speed16000 rpm
Transmission
TypeSingle speed fixed gearOverall Final Drive Ratio9.73:1Reverse GearReverse direction of motor, limited to
24 km/h
Steering
TypeRack and pinion with electronic power
steering
Variable ratio and speed sensitiveNumber of turns lock to lock2.45Turning Circle (curb to curb)11.3 metres
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Brakes
Type
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)with Electronic Brake Force Distribution,
Integrated Advanced Stability Control
and Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated
regenerative braking systemCalipersFour piston fixedRotor Diameters (ventilated)Front: 13.98”/355 mm
Rear: 14.37”/365 mmFront Rotor thicknessNew: 1.26”/32 mm
Service limit: 1.18”/30 mmRear Rotor thicknessNew: 1.10”/28 mm
Service limit: 1.02”/26 mmFront Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate)New: 0.354”/9.0 mm
Service limit: 0.078”/2 mmRear Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate)New: 0.315”/8.0 mm
Service limit: 0.078”/2 mmElectronic Parking Brake (EPB) Pad Thickness
(excluding back plate). Electronic calipers self-
adjust for pad wear.New: 0.216”/5.5 mm
Service limit: 0.039”/1 mmParking brakeElectrically actuated parking brake
calipers
Suspension
FrontIndependent, double wishbone, air spring
or coil spring/telescopic damper, sway barRearIndependent, multi-link, air spring or coil
spring/telescopic damper, sway bar (air suspension vehicles only)For alignment values, see Wheel Alignment Values on page 135.
Battery - 12V
Rating33 amp-hr or higherVoltage and Polarity12V negative (-) ground
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Battery - High VoltageTypeLiquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion)Rating60 or 85 kWh (at beginning of life)Voltage and Polarity366V DC negative (-) groundTemperature RangeDo not expose Model S to ambient
temperatures above 140° F (60° C) or
below -22° F (-30° C) for more than 24
hours at a time.
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Wheel SpecificationsWheel TypeLocationSizeOffset
19"
Front8.0J x 191.575"
40 mmRear8.0J x 191.575"
40 mm21" - Silver (standard)Front8.5J x 211.575"
40 mm21" - Grey (standard)Rear8.5J x 211.575"
40 mm21" - Silver and Grey (optional) Performance
Plus vehiclesRear9.0J x 211.575"
40 mmRoad Wheel Nut Torque129 lb. ft (175 Nm)Requirements for dynamic wheel balance.49 ounces (14 grams)Note: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model S, see Jacking and Lifting on page 124.
Wheel Alignment Values
LocationAir SuspensionCoil SuspensionFrontRearFrontRearCamber-0.75 +/- 0.35-1.75 +/- 0.35-.53 +/- 0.35-1.55 +/- 0.35Camber Split-0.00 +/- 0.20-0.00 +/-
0.50-0.00 +/- 0.20-0.00 +/-
0.50Caster4.00 +/- 0.50n/a3.70 +/- 0.50n/aCaster Split0.00 +/- 0.20n/a0.00 +/- 0.20n/aSingle Wheel ToeOUT 0.05
OUT 0.15
(limit) IN 0.05
(limit)IN 0.20 +/-
0.05IN 0.02 OUT
0.08 (limit) IN
0.12 (limit)IN 0.19 +/-
0.05Thrust Anglen/a0.00 +/- 0.30n/a0.00 +/- 0.30Suspension Bolt Height (at
design)213.5 +/-
5 mmStandard
models: 144
+/- 5 mm
Performance
Plus: 151 +/-
5 mm230 mm
(nominal)158 mm
(nominal)
Wheels and Tires
Specifications135

Tire SpecificationsTire TypeLocationSize19" wheels (85 kWh vehicles): MichelinAllP245/45R1919" wheels (60 kWh vehicles):
Standard - Goodyear
Optional - MichelinAllP245/45R1921" wheels: ContinentalAllP245/35R2121" wheels on Performance Plus vehicles: MichelinFront
RearP245/35R21P265/35R21Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted on Model S. Refer to the tire pressuresprinted on the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the driver’s door pillar
and is visible when the driver’s door is open (see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 100).Winter tires (Pirelli P245/45R19) can be purchased from a Tesla store.
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Understanding Tire Markings
Laws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire.It also provides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
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Specifications137

1Tire category. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles.2Tire width. This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge.3Aspect ratio. This 2-digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width. So, if the tread width is 205 mm, and the aspect ratio is 50, the sidewall height is
102 mm.4Tire construction. R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction.5Wheel diameter. This 2-digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches.6Load index. This 2 or 3-digit number is the weight each tire can support. This number is not always shown.7Speed rating. When stated, indicates the maximum speed (in mph) at which the tire
can be used for extended periods. Q=99 mph (160 km/h), R=106 mph (170 km/h),
S=112 mph (180 km/h), T=118 mph (190 km/h), U=124 mph (200 km/h), H=130 mph
(210 km/h), V=149 mph (240 km/h), W=168 mph (270 km/h), Y=186 mph (300 km/h).8Tire composition and materials. The number of plies in both the tread area and the sidewall area indicates how many layers of rubber coated material make up the
structure of the tire. Information is also provided on the type of materials used.9Maximum tire load. The maximum load which can be carried by the tire.10Maximum permissible inflation pressure. This pressure should not be used for normal driving.11U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN). Begins with the letters DOT and indicates
that the tire meets all federal standards. The next 2 digits/letters represent the plant
code where it was manufactured, and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of
manufacture. For example, the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012.
The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer’s discretion. This
information can be used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.12Treadwear grade. This number indicates the tire’s wear rate. The higher the treadwear number is, the longer it should take for the tread to wear down. A tire rated at 400, for
example, lasts twice as long as a tire rated at 200.13Traction grade. Indicates a tire’s ability to stop on wet roads. A higher graded tire should allow you to stop your vehicle in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower
grade. Traction is graded from highest to lowest as AA, A, B, and C.14Temperature grade. The tire’s resistance to heat is grade A, B, or C, with A indicating
the greatest resistance. This grading is provided for a correctly inflated tire, which is
being used within its speed and loading limits.
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