towing TESLA MODEL 3 2019 Owner's Manual (Europe)

Battery Information
About the Battery
Model 3 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 3 for several weeks. When plugged in,
Model 3 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’s level is low before charging. In fact, the Battery performs best when charged
regularly.
Note: If the Model 3 Battery becomes
completely discharged in a situation in which
towing is required, the owner is responsible
for towing expenses. Discharge-related towing
expenses are not covered under the Roadside
Assistance policy.
The peak charging rate of the Battery may
decrease slightly after a large number of DC
Fast Charging sessions, such as those at
Superchargers. To ensure maximum driving
range and Battery safety, the Battery charge
rate is decreased when the Battery is too cold,
when the Battery’s charge is nearly full, and when the Battery conditions change with
usage and age. These changes in the condition of the Battery are driven by battery physics
and may increase the total Supercharging
duration by a few minutes over time.
Battery Care
Never allow the Battery to fully discharge.
Even when Model 3 is not being driven, its
Battery discharges very slowly to power the
onboard electronics. The Battery can
discharge at a rate of approximately 1% per day, though the discharge rate may vary
depending on environmental factors (such as
cold weather), vehicle configuration, and your
selected settings on the touchscreen.
Situations can arise in which you must leave
Model 3 unplugged for an extended period of time (for example, at an airport when
traveling). In these situations, keep the 1% in
mind to ensure that you leave the Battery with a sufficient charge level. For example, over a
two week period (14 days), the Battery may
discharge by approximately 14%.
Discharging the Battery to 0% may result in
damage to vehicle components. To protect
against a complete discharge, Model 3 enters
a low-power consumption mode when the
displayed charge level drops to approximately
0%. In this mode, the Battery stops supporting
the onboard electronics and auxiliary 12V
battery. Once this low-power consumption
mode is active, immediately plug in Model 3 to
prevent a jump-start and 12V battery
replacement.
Note: If the vehicle is unresponsive and will
not unlock, open, or charge, then the 12V
battery may have become discharged. In this
situation, contact Tesla.
Temperature Limits
For better long-term performance, avoid
exposing Model 3 to ambient temperatures
above 140

Cargo VolumeTotal enclosed cargo volume15 cu ft (425 L)
Weights
Curb Weight* - Mid-Range Battery,
Single Motor3,686 lbs1,672 kgCurb Weight* - Long Range Battery,
Single Motor3,805 lbs1,726 kgCurb Weight* - Long Range Battery,
Dual Motor4,072 lbs1,847 kgCurb Weight* - Long Range Battery,
Performance Dual Motor4100 lbs1,860 kgGVWR** - Mid-Range Battery, Single
Motor4,687 lbs2,126 kgGVWR** - Long Range Battery,
Single Motor4,806 lbs2,180 kgGVWR** - Long Range Battery, Dual
Motor4,993 lbs2,265 kgGVWR** - Long Range Battery,
Performance Dual Motor5,073 lbs2,301 kgGross Vehicle Weight Distribution -
Single MotorFront: 44%Rear: 56%Gross Vehicle Weight Distribution -
Dual MotorFront: 46%Rear: 54%Gross Axle Weight Rating - Front2,447 lbs1,110 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear2,771 lbs1,257 kgTrailer TowingNot permissible*Curb Weight = weight of the vehicle with correct

supercharging (continued)described 129
idle fees 129
pay-per-use fees 129
suspension specifications 151
T telematics 165
temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 125
cabin, controls for 101
outside 56
Teslacam 69
tie-down straps 160
Tire and Loading Information label 147
tire noise 136
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC certification 170
overview of 134
tire pressures, checking 131
tiresall-season 135
balancing 132
chains 136
inspecting and maintaining 132
pressures, how to check 131
replacing 133
replacing a tire sensor 135
rotation 132
specification 153
summer 135
tire markings 154
winter 135
toll system transponders, attaching 145
touch up body 138
touchscreenclean mode 138
cleaning 138
overview 4
restarting 46
software updates 122
tow eye, locating 160
towing a trailer 148
towing instructions 159
TPMSFCC certification 170
overview of 134
Track Mode 66
Tracking Disabled 106
traction control 62
trademarks 164
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 73
trailer hitches 148
transmission specifications 151
transponders, attaching 145
Transport Mode 159
transporting 159
trip chart
67
Trip Planner 109
trunk, front 17
trunk, rear 15
TuneIn radio 112
turn signals 54
U
ultrasonic sensors 70
Unlock On Park 13
unlocking 12USB devicesconnecting 20
playing audio files from 113
USB ports 20
V
Valet mode 44
Vehicle Hold 65
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 146
vehicle loading 147
ventilation 103
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) 146
volume control 4
volume control (media) 111
W
Walk-Away Door Lock 13
Wall Connector 124
warning