TESLA MODEL 3 2023 Owners Manual

First, confirm the lack of effective communication is caused by the Mobile Connector rather than an issue with your
vehicle. This is usually the case.
To confirm this, try charging the vehicle using different external charging equipment.

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Wall plug adapter error - Charge rate reduced
Plug adapter fully into Mobile Connector and retry
What this alert means:
Your Mobile Connector is unable to communicate with the wall plug adapter. Because your Mobile Connector cannot
identify the type of wall outlet the wall plug adapter is connected to, charge current is automatically reduced to 8A.
What to do:
1.
Unplug your Mobile Connector, including the wall plug adapter, completely from the wall outlet.
2.
Make sure the connection between the wall plug adapter and the main body of your Mobile Connector is secure.
a.
Disconnect the wall plug adapter completely from the main body of your Mobile Connector.
b.
Fully reinsert the wall plug adapter into the main body of your Mobile Connector by pushing it into the socket until it snaps into place.
3.
Try charging again by plugging the Mobile Connector, including wall plug adapter, fully into the wall outlet.
4.
If the alert persists, try using a different wall plug adapter (see steps above to make sure the adapter is fully
connected to your Mobile Connector).
a.
If the alert is no longer present, the issue is likely with the wall plug adapter you were using previously.
b.
If the alert persists, the issue is likely with your Mobile Connector.
If needed, obtain another wall plug adapter or Mobile Connector. In the meantime, you can continue to charge with
the same equipment. The charge rate will be reduced, as charge current will be limited to 8A while this condition
persists.
You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can
be located through the map on your vehicle

If needed, obtain another wall plug adapter or Mobile Connector. In the meantime, you can continue to charge with
the same equipment. The charge rate will be reduced, as charge current will be limited to 8A while this condition
persists.
You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location, all of which can
be located through the map on your vehicle

Charge current has been temporarily reduced because the Mobile Connector has detected increased temperature in
the charge handle that connects to your vehicle

The electrical system cannot maintain the voltage required to support all vehicle features.
If this alert is present while you are driving, it is possible your vehicle will shut down unexpectedly.
If this alert is present when your vehicle is in Park or when it first wakes, it is possible your vehicle may not have
adequate electrical power to start driving. A separate vehicle alert may be present to indicate that condition.
What to do:
It is recommended that you eliminate or reduce your use of any non-essential features. This can help your vehicle
maintain adequate electrical power for essential functions.
If this alert remains active, schedule service immediately. Without service, your vehicle may shut down unexpectedly
or may not restart.
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Schedule service to replace low voltage battery
Software will not update until battery is replaced
What this alert means:
The low voltage battery is showing degraded performance and needs to be replaced. Until the low voltage battery is
replaced, vehicle software updates will not complete.
What to do:
It is recommended that you have the low voltage battery replaced at your earliest convenient opportunity.
You can schedule service via your Tesla Mobile App, or with an independent service provider that offers low voltage
battery replacement for your vehicle. Please note that independent service provider options may vary, based on your
vehicle configuration and your location.
If the low voltage battery does not have enough electrical power to turn on your vehicle or open the doors, follow the instructions in
Jump Starting on page 225.
For more information on the battery system, see High Voltage Battery Information on page 156.
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Electrical system power reduced
Vehicle shutting down
What this alert means:
The low voltage battery cannot provide the electrical support necessary to drive or continue driving. Your vehicle is shutting down to preserve energy for essential functions other than driving.
Your vehicle cannot be driven or continue driving while this condition continues.
What to do:
If this alert is present while you are driving, your vehicle needs to come to a stop immediately. It is recommended
that you:

When this alert is present, the electrical system cannot maintain the voltage required to support all vehicle features. Many vehicle functions may no longer work.
It is possible your vehicle may lose all electrical power. If this occurs, you can still use the manual door releases to exit the vehicle if necessary. For more information, see
Opening Doors from the Interior on page 14.
This alert may be present due to various vehicle conditions. For more information and further recommended actions,
check for other active vehicle alerts.
If this alert remains present, it is recommended that you schedule service immediately. Without service, your vehicle
may not drive, may shut down unexpectedly, or may not restart.
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Electrical system is unable to support all features
Switching off features to conserve energy
What this alert means:
The electrical system cannot support all vehicle features. Your vehicle is shutting down nonessential features to preserve energy for essential functions.
If you are driving when this alert is present, it is possible your vehicle may shut down unexpectedly. It is also possible
that your vehicle will not restart once parked.
Nonessential features may be unavailable, including seat heaters, cabin climate control, and in-vehicle entertainment.
This is expected behavior intended to help your vehicle maintain adequate electrical power for essential functions,
including the ability to operate headlights, windows and doors, hazard lights, and the front trunk (frunk).
It is possible your vehicle may lose all electrical power. If this occurs, you can still use the manual door releases to exit the vehicle if necessary. For more information, see
Opening Doors from the Interior on page 14.
What to do:
This alert may be present due to various vehicle conditions. For more information and further recommended actions,
check for other active vehicle alerts.
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Vehicle may not restart - Service is required
Electrical system issue detected
What this alert means:
An abnormally large and sustained power draw while driving or Supercharging / DC Fast Charging has made your
vehicle

It is recommended that you schedule service at your earliest opportunity. Without service, your vehicle will remain
unable to restart, and the electrical system will remain unable to support all features and functions.
Some or all of the powered doors and windows in your vehicle may lose electrical power. If this occurs, you can still
use the manual door releases to exit the vehicle if necessary. For more information, see Opening Doors from the
Interior on page 14.
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Electrical system is unable to support all features
Schedule service
What this alert means:
The low voltage battery is not available and cannot provide electrical support for vehicle features.
It is possible your vehicle will shut down unexpectedly. It is also possible that your vehicle will not restart after the
current drive.
You may notice that some nonessential features are not available. This is expected behavior due to your vehicle
preserving energy for essential functions.
What to do:
It is recommended that you eliminate or reduce your use of any nonessential features. This can help your vehicle maintain adequate electrical power for essential functions other than driving, until it can be serviced.
If this alert remains present, it is recommended that you schedule service immediately. Without service, your vehicle
may not drive, may shut down unexpectedly, or may not restart.
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Electrical system backup power is unavailable
Vehicle will consume more energy while idle
What this alert means:
The backup power source for the electrical system, the low voltage battery, is not available or cannot provide the
voltage required to support all vehicle features.
The primary source of electrical power, the high voltage battery system, will continue to support vehicle functions,
even when your vehicle is idle. For more information on the high voltage battery, see
About the High Voltage Battery
on page 156.
You may notice that some nonessential features are not available. This is expected behavior due to your vehicle
preserving energy for essential functions.
You may also notice that your vehicle consumes more energy than usual when you are not driving it, or that your vehicle displays a lower projected range than you would normally expect after charging. This is normal vehicle behavior when this alert is present, and it will continue until the backup power source is restored.
There is a chance that an issue affecting the primary power source could cause your vehicle to shut down
unexpectedly.
What to do:
It is recommended that you limit or avoid the use of any nonessential features. This can help your vehicle maintain
adequate electrical power for essential functions.
It is recommended that you schedule service at your earliest opportunity, so the backup power source for the
electrical system can be restored.
Troubleshooting Alerts
275Troubleshooting

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Vehicle is preparing to shut down
PULL OVER SAFELY
What this alert means:
The electrical system cannot provide adequate support to drive or continue driving. Your vehicle is preparing to shut down to preserve energy for essential functions other than driving.
Your vehicle cannot be driven or continue driving while this condition continues.
What to do:
If this alert is present while you are driving, your vehicle needs to come to a stop as soon as possible. It is
recommended that you:

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Unable to drive - Service is required
Electrical system issue detected
What this alert means:
An abnormally large and sustained power draw has made your vehicle

Some or all of the powered doors and windows in your vehicle may lose electrical power. If this occurs, you can still
use the manual door releases to exit the vehicle if necessary. For more information, see Opening Doors from the
Interior on page 14.
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Unable to drive - Service is required
Electrical system issue detected
What this alert means:
An abnormally large and sustained power draw has made your vehicle