TESLA MODEL S 2016 Owner's Manual

Load Capacity LabelingIt is important to understand how much
weight your Model S can safely carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight
and includes the weight of all occupants,
cargo and any additional equipment added to your Model S since it was manufactured.
There are two labels attached to Model S that
state how much weight it can safely carry.
These labels are located on the center door
pillar and are visible when the driver

Calculating Load Limits
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo shouldnever exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your
vehicle

Exterior DimensionsAOverall Length196 in4,970 mmBOverall Width (including mirrors)Overall Width (excluding mirrors)86.2 in 77.3 in2,189 mm
1,964 mmCOverall Height56.5 in1,445 mmDWheel Base116.5 in2,960 mmEOverhang - Front37 in929 mmFOverhang - Rear42.5 in1080 mmGGround Clearance - Coil
Suspension5.65 in144 mmGGround Clearance - Air Suspension4.7 - 6.4 in119 - 163 mmHTrack - Front
Track - Rear65.4 in
66.9 in1,662 mm
1,700 mm
Interior Dimensions
Head RoomFront Rear38.8 in35.3 in986 mm 897 mmLeg RoomFront Rear42.7 in
35.4 in1,085 mm 899 mmShoulder RoomFrontRear57.7 in 55 in1,466 mm1,397 mmHip RoomFront Rear55 in
54.7 in1,397 mm
1,389 mm
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Cargo VolumeTotal cargo volume (single motor
vehicles, rear seats not folded)31.6 cu ft894.85 LTotal cargo volume (dual motor
vehicles, rear seats not folded)28.8 cu ft815.5 LRear cargo volume26.3 cu ft744.7 LRear cargo volume (with seats
folded down)58.1 cu ft1645.2 LFront cargo volume (single motor
vehicles )5.3 cu ft150.1 LFront cargo volume (dual motor
vehicles)2.5 cu ft70.8 L
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WeightsCurb Weight* - 604,407 lbs1,999 kgCurb Weight* - 704,555 lbs2,066 kgCurb Weight* - 70D4,720 lbs2,141 kgCurb Weight* - 85/P854,630 lbs2,100 kgCurb Weight* - 85D4,848 lbs2,199 kgCurb Weight* - P85D4,963 lbs2,251 kgCurb Weight* - 90D4,848 lbs2,199 kgCurb Weight* - P90D4,963 lbs2,251 kgGVWR** - 605,710 lbs2,590 kgGVWR** - 705,710 lbs2,590 kgGVWR** - 70D5,732 lbs2,600 kgGVWR** - 85/P855,710 lbs2,590 kgGVWR** - 85D5,820 lbs2,640 kgGVWR** - P85D5,886 lbs2,670 kgGVWR** - 90D5,820 lbs2,640 kgGVWR** - P90D5,886 lbs2,670 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
**GVWR = Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
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MotorTypeAC induction motor, liquid-cooled, withvariable frequency driveRating320 VoltsMaximum speed of large motors:
- rear motor on all single motor models
- rear motor on P85D16000 rpmMaximum speed of small motors:
- front motor on all dual motor models
- front and rear motor on 85D18000 rpmMaximum net power* and engine speed of large motorsBase: 285 kW @ 6850 rpm
Performance: 375 kW @ 5950 rpmMaximum net power* and engine speed of small
motorsBase: 145 kW @ 5700 rpm
Performance: 193 kW @ 6100 rpmMaximum torque of large motorsBase: 440 Nm
Performance: 650 NmMaximum torque of small motorsBase: 250 Nm
Performance: 330 Nm*Tested in accordance with ECE R85
Transmission
TypeSingle speed fixed gearOverall Final Drive Ratio9.73:1Reverse GearReverse direction of motor, limited to
15 mph (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)40.7 ft (12.4 m)
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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)
Battery - 12V
Rating33 amp-hr or higherVoltage and Polarity12V negative (-) ground
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Battery - High VoltageTypeLiquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion)Rating60, 70, 85 or 90 kWh (at beginning of life)Nominal Voltage - 85 and 90 kWh
Nominal Voltage - 40, 60, and 70 kWh346 V DC
302 V DCTemperature RangeDo not expose Model S to ambient
temperatures above 140

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)Note: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model S, see Jacking and Lifting on page 158.
Tire Specifications
Tire TypeLocationSize19" wheelsAllP245/45R1921" wheelsFront
RearP245/35R21
P265/35R21**On a P85D and P90D Model S, the width of the rear tires may vary depending on date of
manufacture. Some vehicles may be equipped with P245/35R21 tires on both front and rear.Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted. Refer to the tire pressures printed on
the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the center door pillar and is
visible when the driver

Understanding Tire MarkingsLaws 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 certification of safety standards, and in case of a recall.Wheels and Tires
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