motor TESLA MODEL 3 2020 Owner's Manuals

Traction Control
How It Works The traction control system constantly
monitors the speed of the front and rear
wheels. If Model 3 experiences a loss of
traction, the system minimizes wheel spin by
controlling brake pressure and motor power.
By default, the traction control system is on.
Under normal conditions, it should remain on
to ensure maximum safety.
This yellow indicator

Obstacle-Aware AccelerationObstacle-Aware Acceleration is designed toreduce the impact of a collision by reducing
motor torque if Model 3 detects an object in
its driving path. For example, Model 3, while
parked in front of a closed garage door with
the Drive gear engaged, detects that you have
pressed hard on the accelerator pedal.
Although Model 3 still accelerates and hits the
garage door, the reduced torque may result in
less damage.
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration is designed to operate only when all of these conditions are
simultaneously met:

Charging
Electric Vehicle Components
High Voltage Components
1. Air Conditioning Compressor
2. Front Motor (Dual Motor vehicles only)
3. Cabin Heater
4. High Voltage Battery
5. High Voltage Battery Service Panel
6. Rear Motor
7. High Voltage Cabling
8. Charge Port
Warning:
The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, remove
or replace high voltage components, cables or connectors. High voltage cables are typically colored orange for easy identification.Warning: Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model 3.
These labels are there for your safety.Warning: In the unlikely event that a fire occurs, immediately contact your local fire
emergency responders.
Electric Vehicle Components
Charging153

Cargo VolumeTotal enclosed cargo volume15 cu ft (425 L)
Weights
Curb Weight* Standard Plus Battery,
Single Motor3,552 lbs1,611 kgCurb 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** Standard Plus Battery,
Single Motor4,542 lbs2,060 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 kgTowing CapacityTowing is not permissible*Curb Weight = weight of the vehicle with correct

Instructions for Transporters
DO NOT TRANSPORT WITH
WHEELS ON THE GROUND
The rear motor in Model 3 generates power
when the wheels spin. Always transport Model 3 with all four tires off the ground. Ensure that
the tires are unable to spin at any time during
transport.
Warning: NEVER TRANSPORT YOUR
VEHICLE WITH THE TIRES IN A
POSITION WHERE THEY CAN SPIN. DOING SO CAN LEAD TO SIGNIFICANT
DAMAGE AND OVERHEATING. IN RARE CASES EXTREME OVERHEATING MAY
CAUSE THE SURROUNDING
COMPONENTS TO IGNITE.
Do not transport Model 3 using any method
that is not specified by Tesla. Adhere to the
instructions provided in the following sections
and observe all warnings and cautions provided. Damage caused by impropertransporting of your vehicle is not covered by
the warranty.
Note: Tesla is not liable or responsible for
reimbursing services not dispatched through
Tesla Roadside Assistance.
Approved Methods for Transporting Note: The tires are allowed to rotate slowly
(under 3 mph or 5 km/h) and for a very short
distance (less than 30 feet or 10 meters) only
when Transport Mode is enabled (see Activate
Transport Mode ) while the vehicle is being
winched onto a

Reporting Safety Defects
Contacting Tesla For detailed information about your Model 3,
go to www.tesla.com, and log on to your Tesla
Account, or sign up to get an account.
If you have any questions or concerns about
your Model 3, call 1-877-79TESLA
(1-877 )798-3752).
Note: You can also use voice commands to
provide feedback to Tesla. Say "Note",
"Report", "Bug note", or "Bug report" (in the
English language) followed by brief comments
in your language of choice. Model 3 takes a
snapshot of its systems, including your current
location, vehicle diagnostic data, and screen
captures of the touchscreen. Tesla periodically
reviews these notes and uses them to
continue improving Model 3.
Reporting Safety Defects - US
If you believe that Model 3 has a defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Tesla.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation. If it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Tesla.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
National Highway Traffic Safety, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www.safercar.gov.
Reporting Safety Defects - Canada
If you believe that your Model 3 has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform
Transport Canada, in addition to notifying
Tesla. To contact Transport Canada, call their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510.
Reporting Safety Defects
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Mobile Connector (continued)description 154
using 157
modifications 179
motor specifications 188
my car does what? 203
N
naming 123
Navigate on Autopilot 96
navigating 130, 131
NCC certifications 209
Neutral gear 56
NHTSA, contacting 208
O
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration 111
occupancy sensor 43
occupant classification 45
odometer 8
offset from speed limit 114
Online Routing 133
opening hood without power 201
overhang dimensions 186
overtake acceleration 87
Owner Information, about 204
P Park Assist 70
Park gear 56
parking brake 67
parking, using Autopark 100
parking, using Summon 102
parts replacement 179
passenger detection 43
passenger front airbag 43
pedestrian warning 79
personal data, erasing 124
phoneadding as a key 12
authenticating as a key 9
removing as a key 12
using 139
phone app 140
phone key 9
PIN 49
PIN to Drive 143
power cycling 54
power socket 26
power windows 18
powering on and off 54
Proposition 65 207
public charging stations 154
R
radar 84
radio 136
Radio Frequency information 209rangedriving tips to maximize 74
regenerative braking 66
range assurance 74
Re-route 133
rear seats, folding and raising 29
rear view camera 75
rear window switches, disabling 18
recent (Media Player) 137
Recents (navigation) 131
regenerative braking 66
relative speed limit 114
release notes 152
restarting the touchscreen 54
Reverse gear 56
RFID transponders 179
roadside assistance 198
roof racks 185
rotating tires 165
Round Trip Energy (navigating) 133
S safety defects, reporting 208
safety informationairbags 47
child seats 39
seat belts 33
scheduled charging 160
scheduled departureusing 160seat beltscleaning 173
in a collision 32
overview of 31
pre-tensioners 32
wearing when pregnant 32
seat covers 30
seat heaters 125, 127
seating capacity 184
seatsadjusting 28
heaters 125
security settings 143
sensors 84
Sentry Mode 143
service data recording 206
service intervals 162
Settings, erasing 124
shifting gears 56
Show Calendar Upon Entry 141
Side Clearance (Summon) 102
side collision warning 108
Index
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slip start 69
Smart Summon 105smartphoneauthenticating as a key 9
removing as a key 12
software reset 124
software update preferences 151
software updates 151
software version 8
specifications12V battery 189
brakes 188
cargo volume 187
dimensions 186
exterior 186
High Voltage Battery 189
interior 186
motor 188
steering 188
subsystems 188
suspension 189
tires 191
transmission 188
weights 187
wheels 190
speed assist 114
Speed Limit Mode 124
speed limit warning 114
stability control 69
starting 54
steering specifications 188
steering wheeladjusting position 50
adjusting sensitivity 50
buttons 50
lights, controlling 58
scroll buttons 50
steering, automatic 93
streaming radio 136
streaming services 136
summer tires 170
Summon 102
Summon Distance 102
superchargingdescribed 161
idle fees 161
pay-per-use fees 161
suspension specifications 189
T telematics 206
temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 155
cabin, controls for 125
outside 61
tires 194
Teslacam 76
tie-down straps
200
tilt/intrusion detection 143
Tire and Loading Information label 184
tire noise 171Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemoverview of 168
tire pressures, checking 164
tiresall-season 170
balancing 165
chains 171
inspecting and maintaining 165
pressures, how to check 164
quality grading 194
replacing 166
replacing a tire sensor 169
rotation 165
specification 191
summer 170
temperature grades 194
tire markings 192
traction grade 194
treadwear grade 194
wheel configuration 164
winter 170
toll system transponders, attaching 179
torque specifications 188
touch up body 173
touchscreencleaning 173
overview 4
restarting 50
software updates 151
towing a trailer 185
towing instructions 199
TPMSoverview of 168
Track Mode 73
Tracking Disabled 130
traction control 69
trademarks 204
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 87
trailer hitches 185
transmission specifications 188
transponders, attaching 179
Transport Canada, contacting 208
Transport Mode 200
transporting 199
trip chart 74
Trip Planner 134
trunk, front 21
trunk, rear 19
turn signals 60
U
ultrasonic sensors 84
uniform tire quality grading 194
Index
Index217