TESLA MODEL S 2017 Owner's Manual

Calculating Load Limits
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo shouldnever exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on the“Tire and Loading Information” label.
2. Determine the combined weight of all occupants that will ride in the vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the occupants from XXX kg or XXX lbs (see
Step 1).
4. The resulting
figure equals the available
cargo load capacity. For example, if the
“XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs (635 kg)
and there will be
five 150 lb (68 kg)
passengers in the vehicle, the amount of
available cargo capacity is 650 lbs
(1400 

Exterior DimensionsAOverall Length196 in4,979 mmBOverall Width (including mirrors)Overall Width (excluding mirrors)86.2 in 77.3 in2,189 mm
1,964 mmCOverall Height56.9 in*1,445 mm*DWheel Base116.5 in2,960 mmEOverhang - Front36.9 in937 mmFOverhang - Rear42.55 in1,081 mmGGround Clearance - Coil
Suspension (single motor vehicle)5.5 in*139.7 mm*GGround Clearance - Coil
Suspension (dual motor vehicle)5.3 in*134.6 mm*GGround Clearance - Air Suspension4.6 - 6.3 in116.8 - 160 mmHTrack - Front
Track - Rear65.4 in
66.9 in1,662 mm
1,700 mm*Values are approximate. The dimensions can vary depending on vehicle configuration and
various other factors.
Interior Dimensions
Head RoomFront
Rear38.8 in35.3 in986 mm 897 mmLeg RoomFront Rear42.7 in
35.4 in1085 mm 899 mmShoulder RoomFront Rear57.7 in 55 in1466 mm1397 mmHip RoomFront Rear55 in
54.7 in1397 mm
1389 mm
Dimensions and Weights
Specifications161

Cargo VolumeTotal cargo volume (rear seats not
folded)28.4 cu ft804.2 LRear cargo volume26.3 cu ft744.7 LRear cargo volume (with seats
folded down)58.1 cu ft1645.2 LFront cargo volume2.1 cu ft59.5 L
Weights
Curb Weight* - 60/70/754469 lbs2027 kgCurb Weight* - 60D/70D/75D4647 lbs2108 kgCurb Weight* - 90D4736 lbs2148 kgCurb Weight* - P90D4841 lbs2196 kgCurb Weight* - P100D4941 lbs2241 kgGVWR** - 60/70/755710 lbs2590 kgGVWR** - 60D/70D/75D5732 lbs2600 kgGVWR** - 90D5820 lbs2640 kgGVWR** - P90D5886 lbs2670 kgGVWR** - P100D5997 lbs2720 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front
(non-Performance vehicle)2813 lbs1276 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front
(P85D/P90D)2756 lbs1250 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front
(P100D)2866 lbs1300 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear: 19"
wheels3307 lbs1500 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear: 21"
wheels3131 lbs1420 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 vehicles
- rear motor on Performance dual-motor vehicles16000 rpmMaximum speed of small motors:
- front motor on all dual-motor vehicles
- rear motor on non-Performance dual-motor vehicles18000 rpmMaximum net power* and engine speed of largemotorsBase: 285 kW @ 6850 rpm
Performance: 375 kW @ 5950 rpmMaximum net power* and engine speed of small
motorsPerformance: 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 RatioSmall motor: 9.34:1
Large motor: 9.73:1Reverse GearReverse direction of motor, limited to 15 mph (24 km/h)
Steering
TypeRack and pinion with electronic powersteering
Variable ratio and speed sensitiveNumber of turns lock to lock2.45Turning Circle (curb to curb)40.7 ft (12.4 m)
Subsystems
Specifications163

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, 75, 85, 90, or 100 kWh (at
beginning of life)Nominal Voltage - 85, 90, and 100 kWh
Nominal Voltage - 60, 70, 75 kWh350 V DC
300 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 156.
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
Specifications167

1Tire category. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles.2Tire width. This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge.3Aspect ratio. This 2-digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the tread
width. So, if the tread width is 205 mm, and the aspect ratio is 50, the sidewall height is 102 mm.4Tire construction. R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction.5Wheel diameter. This 2-digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches.6Load index. This 2 or 3-digit number is the weight each tire can support. This number is
not always shown.7Speed rating. When stated, indicates the maximum speed (in mph) at which the tire can be used for extended periods. Q=99 mph (160 km/h), R=106 mph (170 km/h), S=112 mph (180 km/h), T=118 mph (190 km/h), U=124 mph (200 km/h), H=130 mph(210 km/h), V=149 mph (240 km/h), W=168 mph (270 km/h), Y=186 mph (300 km/h).8Tire composition and materials. The number of plies in both the tread area and thesidewall area indicates how many layers of rubber coated material make up the structure of the tire. Information is also provided on the type of materials used.9Maximum tire load. The maximum load which can be carried by the tire.10Maximum permissible inflation pressure. This pressure should not be used for normal
driving.11U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN). Begins with the letters DOT and indicates
that the tire meets all federal standards. The next 2 digits/letters represent the plant
code where it was manufactured, and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of
manufacture. For example, the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012. The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer

Uniform Tire Quality GradingThe following information relates to the tire
grading system developed by the National
Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA), which grades tires by tread wear,
traction and temperature performance. Tires
that have deep tread, and winter tires, are
exempt from these marking requirements.
Where applicable, quality grades are found on
the tire