index TESLA MODEL S 2023 Owners Manual

Consumer Information.................................259
About this Owner Information..............................................259
Feature Availability Statement..............................................260
Disclaimers.....................................................................................261
Reporting Safety Defects........................................................263
Certification Conformity..........................................................264
Index...................................................................267
Contents

Learn how to perform simple Do It Yourself procedures, such as replacing wiper blades and cabin filters, or installing
the paint protection
film kit. See https://service.tesla.com/docs/Public/diy/index-model-s.html for instructions,
animations, and videos of these procedures.
NOTE: Due to market region or vehicle configuration specifics, some parts and procedures may not be available for
your vehicle. When navigating to
http://www.tesla.com, select your region and language to see an updated list of
parts and accessories available for your region.
CAUTION: Perform each procedure in this guide in
a dry and well-lit area. For your safety, only
perform a procedure if you feel comfortable doing
so, and always follow all provided instructions.Do It Yourself Maintenance
186MODEL S Owner

Understanding Tire Markings
Laws 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.
1.
Tire category: P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles.
2.
Tire width: This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge.
3.
Aspect 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.
4.
Tire construction: R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction.
5.
Wheel diameter: This 2-digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches.
6.
Load index: This 2 or 3-digit number is the weight each tire can support. This number is not always shown.
7.
Speed 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),
(Y)=vehicle

Snow tireA tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater than 110, compared to the ASTM
E1136-93 (re-approved 2003, incorporated by reference, see

A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System): 66
absolute speed limit: 117
accessories, plugging into power socket: 27
Active Road Noise Reduction: 27
adaptive headlights: 59
adjacent lane speed: 88
adjustment (lumbar): 29
aero covers: 175
air circulation: 119
air conditioning: 119
air distribution: 119
air filter: 124
air vents: 122
airbags: 41
alarm: 133, 136
all-season tires: 177
Always Show Estimated Round Trip Energy: 151
anti-lock braking (ABS): 66
apps: 6
Arcade: 156
audio: 153, 156
playing files: 153, 156
settings: 153
volume control: 153
auto fold: 52
Auto Lane Change: 90
auto tilt: 52
AUTO wipers: 65
automatic emergency braking: 115
automatic navigation: 147
navigating: 147
Autopark: 103
autopilot: 111
side collision warning: 111
Autopilot: 81, 84, 88, 90, 103, 105, 114, 117
Auto Lane Change: 90
automatic emergency braking: 114
Autopark: 103
Autosteer: 88
collision avoidance assist: 114
forward collision warning: 114
overtake acceleration: 84
overview: 81
speed assist: 117
speed limit warning: 117
staying within speed limits: 117
Summon: 105
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control: 84
Autopilot components: 81
Autosteer: 88
average range: 170
B
backup camera: 77
Battery (high voltage): 161, 194
care of: 161
specifications: 194
temperature limits: 161
battery (key), replacing: 14
battery (low voltage): 161, 194
complete discharge: 161
specifications: 194
Blind Spot Camera: 111
Blind Spot Collision Warning: 111
Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime: 111
Bluetooth: 126, 154
devices, playing audio files from: 154
general information: 126
phone, pairing and using: 126
body repairs: 185
body touch up: 180
Boombox: 156, 157
brakes: 66, 115, 192
automatic in emergencies: 115
overview of: 66
specifications: 192
Bumper Clearance (Summon): 105
C
cabin air filter: 124
cabin camera: 118
cabin temperature control: 119
Calendar: 126, 128
California Proposition 65: 262
camera, rear-facing: 77
cameras (autopilot): 81
Camp: 123
car cover: 180
car wash mode: 178
car washes: 179
Caraoke): 154
card: 12
cargo area: 21
cargo volume information: 192
carpets, cleaning: 180
CCS (Combo): 160
CE certifications: 264
CHAdeMO: 160
Index

chains: 177
change of ownership: 11
charge port: 163
charge port light: 164
charge port manual release: 167
charge port release cable: 167
charging: 159, 160, 163
components and equipment: 159
instructions: 163
public charging stations: 160
charging locations, finding: 150
charging stations, displaying on map: 147
child protection: 19
disabling rear window switches: 19
child safety seats, installing and using: 35
cleaning: 178
climate controls: 119
coat hangers, rear: 27
cold weather best practices: 79
collision avoidance assist: 114
Colorizer: 156
connecting to Wi-Fi: 142
console, low voltage power socket: 27
console, rear: 25
consumption chart: 170
contact information: 202, 264
roadside assistance: 202
Tesla: 264
copyrights: 259
covers, seat: 31
cruise control: 84
D
dashboard overview: 4
Dashcam: 135
data recording: 261
data sharing: 261
declarations of conformity: 264
delivery mileage: 262
devices: 154
Bluetooth, playing audio files: 154
dimensions (vehicle exterior): 190
dimensions (vehicle interior): 190
dimensions (vehicle): 190
display settings: 6
Dog: 123
door handles: 17
door labels: 188
door seals: 180
cleaning: 180
doors: 17, 18
Child Lock: 18
interior locking and unlocking: 18
locking: 17
opening from interior: 17
Unlock on Park: 18
unlocking: 17
doors function: 18
Walk-Away Door Lock: 18
Drag Strip Mode: 73
Drive: 56
drive away locking: 18
drive modes: 55
driver: 47
profiles: 47
driving: 53, 169
starting: 53
tips to maximize range: 169
E
easy entry, driver profile: 47
EDR (event data recorder): 261
electric parking brake: 68
emergency braking: 114
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance: 111
emergency lights: 60
emission control label: 187
energy: 61, 67
gained from regenerative braking: 67
range information: 61
Energy app: 170
energy use predictions (navigating): 151
Entertainment: 156
Erase & Reset: 11
event data recording: 261
exterior: 3, 178, 180
car cover: 180
cleaning: 178
overview: 3
polishing, touch up, & repair: 180
F
factory defaults, restoring: 11
factory reset: 11
fan speed, interior: 119
favorites (Media Player): 154
Favorites (navigation): 147
FCC certifications: 264
feature availability: 260
features, downloading new: 143
Index

opening: 20
lifting: 184
lights, dome (map): 58
lights, exterior: 58
lights, fog: 58
lights, hazard warning: 60
lights, headlights after exit: 59
lights, interior: 58
load limits: 188
location tracking: 147
locking: 17
low voltage power socket: 27
M
maintenance: 171, 172, 173, 178, 182, 183
cleaning: 178
daily checks: 171
fluid replacement intervals: 172
monthly checks: 171
replacing wiper blades: 182
service intervals: 171
tires: 173
washer fluid, topping up: 182
washer jets, cleaning: 183
map orientation: 147
map updates: 152
mats: 181
media: 153, 156
settings: 153
sources, show and hide: 153
microphones, noise reduction: 27
mileage upon delivery: 262
mirrors: 52
mobile app: 145
mobile app access: 145
Mobile Connector: 160, 163
description: 160
using: 163
modifications: 185
motor specifications: 192
My Apps: 10
my car does what?: 156
myQ: 139
programming and using: 139
N
naming your vehicle: 11
Navigate on Autopilot: 93
NCC certifications: 264
Neutral: 57
NHTSA, contacting: 264
O
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration: 114
occupancy sensor: 43
occupant classification: 44
odometer: 76
Off-Peak Charging: 168
offset from speed limit: 117
Online Routing: 151
opening console: 25
opening hood without power: 205
overhang dimensions for your vehicle: 190
overtake acceleration: 84
Owner Information, about: 259
P
Park: 56
Park Assist: 70
parking brake: 68
parking, using Autopark: 103
parking, using Summon: 105
parts replacement: 185
passenger detection: 43
passenger front airbag: 43
pedestrian warning: 78
personal data, erasing: 11
phone: 12, 126
authenticating as a key: 12
using: 126
phone app: 127
phone charger, inductive: 26
phone charger, wireless: 26
phone key: 12, 15
adding as a key: 15
removing as a key: 15
PIN: 48
PIN to Drive: 133
Post-drive Cooling (Track Mode): 74
power: 67
gained from regenerative braking: 67
power cycling: 53
power windows: 19, 186
powering on and off: 53
Preconditioning: 168
Proposition 65: 262
public charging stations: 160
R
radio: 153, 156
Index

Radio Frequency information: 264
range: 61, 67, 169
displayed on instrument panel: 61
driving tips to maximize: 169
regenerative braking: 67
range assurance: 169
re-naming your vehicle: 11
Re-route: 151
reading light, rear: 27
rear view camera: 77
rear window switches, disabling: 19
recent (Media Player): 154
Recents (navigation): 147
recording: 135, 136
recording videos (Track Mode): 74
regenerative braking: 67
regenerative braking, in Track Mode: 74
relative speed limit: 117
release notes: 144
restarting the touchscreen: 53
Reverse: 56
RFID transponders: 185
ride height, air suspension: 129
roadside assistance: 202
rotating tires: 174
Round Trip Energy (navigating): 151
run out of range: 206, 207
S
safety defects, reporting: 264
safety information: 34, 39, 45
airbags: 45
child seats: 39
seat belts: 34
satellite radio: 154
Schedule: 168
schedule service: 145
scheduled charging: 168
scheduled departure: 168
using: 168
seat adjustment: 29
seat adjustment (driver): 29
seat belts: 32, 33, 180
cleaning: 180
in a collision: 33
overview of: 32
pre-tensioners: 33
wearing when pregnant: 32
seat heaters: 119
seating capacity: 188
seating position: 44
seating position for driving: 29
seats: 119
heaters: 119
security settings: 133
self-leveling: 129
sensors: 81
Sentry Mode: 136
service data recording: 261
service intervals: 171
Settings, erasing: 11
shifting: 55
shortcuts: 8, 10
adding to My Apps: 10
restarting the touchscreen: 8
Show Calendar Upon Entry: 126, 128
side camera(s): 77
Side Clearance (Summon): 105
side collision warning: 111
SiriusXM: 154
slip start: 69
Smart Summon: 108
smartphone: 12
authenticating as a key: 12
Software Reinstall: 143
software reset: 11
software update preferences: 143
software updates: 143
specifications: 192, 194
brakes: 192
High Voltage Battery: 194
low voltage battery: 194
motor: 192
steering: 192
subsystems: 192
suspension: 194
tires: 194
transmission: 192
wheels: 194
specifications (vehicle interior): 190
specifications and dimensions: 190
specifications, exterior: 190
speed assist: 117
speed limit warning: 117
Stability Assist (Track Mode): 74
stability control: 69
standby: 136
starting: 53
steering specifications: 192
steering, automatic: 88
Index

summer tires: 177
Summon: 105
Summon Distance: 105
superchargers, displaying on map: 147
supercharging: 166
described: 166
idle fees: 166
pay-per-use fees: 166
suspension: 129
suspension specifications: 194
suspension, air: 129
suspension, auto-raising: 129
suspension, damping: 129
T
telematics: 261
temperature: 50, 61, 119, 161, 197
Battery (high voltage), limits: 161
cabin, controls for: 119
heated: 50
outside: 61
tires: 197
tesla profiles: 47
Teslacam: 135, 136
tie-down straps: 205
tilt/intrusion detection: 133
Tire and Loading Information label: 188
tire noise: 177
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 175
overview of: 175
tire pressures, checking: 173
tire pressures, displaying: 173
tires: 173, 174, 176, 177, 194, 195, 197
all-season: 177
balancing: 174
chains: 177
inspecting and maintaining: 173
pressures, displaying: 173
pressures, how to check: 173
quality grading: 197
replacing: 174
replacing a tire sensor: 176
rotation: 174
specification: 194
summer: 177
temperature grades: 197
tire markings: 195
traction grade: 197
treadwear grade: 197
wheel configuration: 173
winter: 177
toll system transponders, attaching: 185
torque specifications: 192
touch up body: 180
touchscreen: 6, 8, 10, 143, 180
adding shortcuts: 10
cleaning: 180
customizing My Apps: 10
display settings: 6
frozen: 8
main: 6
overview: 6
rear: 6
reboot: 8
software updates: 143
unresponsive: 8
towing: 203, 206, 207
towing, instructions: 202
towing, transporting: 202
Toybox: 156
TPMS: 175
overview of: 175
Track Mode: 74
Tracking Disabled: 147
traction control: 69
trademarks: 259
Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control: 96
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control: 84
transmission specifications: 192
transponders, attaching: 185
Transport Canada, contacting: 264
Transport Mode: 203
transporting: 203
trip chart: 170
trip meter: 76
Trip Planner: 151
trunk, front: 22
trunk, rear: 20
turn signals, lights: 60
U
ultrasonic sensors: 81
uniform tire quality grading: 197
Unlock On Park: 18
unlocking: 17
USB devices, connecting: 25
USB flash drive: 133, 135, 136
USB ports, console: 25
Index

V
Valet mode: 48
vehicle certification label: 188
vehicle identification labels: 187
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) labels: 187
vehicle lights: 58
vehicle loading: 188
ventilation: 122
video call: 128
video clips: 135
videos and recording (Track Mode): 74
View Live Camera: 136
voice commands: 131
volume control: 6
volume control (media): 153
W
Walk-Away Door Lock: 18
Wall Connector: 160
warning flashers: 60
washer fluid, topping up: 182
washer jets, cleaning: 183
washers, using: 65
web conferencing: 128
wheel chocks: 205
wheels: 174, 175, 194
aero covers, removing and installing: 175
alignment: 174
replacing: 174
specifications: 194
torque: 194
Wi-Fi, connecting to: 142
windshield washer fluid, topping up: 182
winter tires: 177
wiper blades, replacing: 182
wipers, using: 65
Work location: 149
Z
Zoom: 128
Index