jump start TESLA MODEL 3 2022 Owner´s Manual

Press the interior release button to open the front trunk, then push up on the hood.
NOTE: The interior release button glows following a brief
exposure to ambient light.
WARNING: People should never climb inside the
front trunk. Never shut the front trunk when a
person is inside.
WARNING: Care should be taken to ensure that
objects inside the front trunk do not bump against
the release button, causing the hood to
accidentally open.
Opening Hood with No Power
In the unlikely event that Model 3 has no 12V power, you
will be unable to open the front trunk using the touchscreen, key fob, or mobile app. To open the front
trunk in this situation:
NOTE: The following steps do not open the front trunk if
Model 3 is locked and has 12V power.
1.
Locate an external 12V power supply (such as a
portable jump starter).
2.
Release the tow eye cover by pressing firmly on the
top right perimeter of the cover until it pivots inward, then gently pulling the raised section toward you.
NOTE: Depending on production date, either the
positive or negative terminal may be attached to the tow eye cover.
3.
Pull the two wires out of the tow eye opening to
expose both terminals.
4.
Connect the 12V power supply

If Vehicle Has No Power
If Model 3 has no 12V power, perform the following steps
to open the hood or jump start the auxiliary 12V battery.
Jump Starting the 12V Battery
CAUTION: Model 3 cannot be used to jump start
another vehicle. Doing so can result in damage.
NOTE: If jump starting Model 3 using another vehicle,
refer to that vehicle manufacturer

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12V battery must be replaced - Schedule service
Software will not update until battery is replaced
The 12V battery is showing degraded performance and needs to be replaced. Until the 12V battery is replaced,
vehicle software updates will not complete.
It is recommended that you have the 12V battery replaced at your earliest convenient opportunity.
You can schedule service via the Tesla Mobile App, or with an independent service provider that offers 12V battery
replacement for your vehicle. Please note that independent service provider options may vary, based on your vehicle
configuration and your location.
Your vehicle is OK to drive with this alert present. However, if you delay the 12V battery replacement, your vehicle
may eventually not have enough power to start or to restart after a recent drive.
If the 12V battery is too low to turn on the vehicle or open the doors, follow the instructions in Jump Starting the 12V
Battery on page 196.
For more information on the battery system, see Battery Information on page 153.
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Electrical system power reduced
Non-essential features may be unavailable
Some non-essential features, like seat heaters or cabin heating / cooling, may be unavailable or may operate at a
reduced level. This is expected behavior designed to help your vehicle maintain adequate electrical power for
essential functions.
This alert may be present due to various vehicle conditions. For more information and further recommended actions, check for other alerts
specific to conditions affecting your vehicle