tow TESLA MODEL X 2017   Owner's Guide

Connect the Towing EyeThe method used to connect the winch cabledepends on whether Model X is equipped with
a towing eye (located in the front trunk).
If not equipped with a towing eye:
1. Attach the tow straps to the large hole on each of the rearmost lower suspension
arms underneath the front of the vehicle.
2. To protect the underbody from any damage that could be caused by the tow
straps, place a 2" x 4" piece of wood
between the tow straps and the
underbody.
Caution: Before pulling, position the wood
between the tow strap and the
underbody to ensure the underbody is
protected from any damage that could be caused by the tow strap.If equipped with a towing eye:
1. Locate the towing eye in the front trunk.
2. Remove the tow hook cover by inserting a small
flat screwdriver into the slot located
along the top of the cover, then prying gently to release the cover from the topsnap.
3. Insert the towing eye.
Fully insert the towing eye into the
opening on the right side, then turn it
counter-clockwise until securely fastened.
4. Attach the winch cable to the towing eye.
Caution: Before pulling, make sure the
towing eye is securely tightened.
Instructions for Transporters
182Model X Owner

suspension 120
suspension specifications 173
T
telematics 186temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 142
cabin, controls for 114
heated steering wheel 41
outside 45
tires 178
third row seats, folding and raising 20
tie-down straps 183
tilt detection 134
Tire and Loading Information label 168
tire noise 153
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC certification 188
overview of 153
tire pressures, checking 150
tire pressures, when towing 68
tire repair kitinflating with air only 157inflating with sealant 156
replacing the sealant canister 158tiresall-season 152
balancing 151
chains 153
industry glossary of terms 179
inspecting and maintaining 151
pressures, how to check 150
quality grading 178
replacing 152
replacing a tire sensor 153
rotation 151
specification 175
summer 152
temperature grades 178
tire markings 176
tire sealant 155
traction grade 178
treadwear grade 178
winter 152
toll system transponders, attaching 166
tolls, avoiding 129
torque
specifications 172
touch up body 161
touchscreenclean mode 160
cleaning 160
Controls 106
overview 101
Settings 110
software updates 138
Tow mode 181
towing 181
towing a trailer
68
towing eye, locating 182
towing instructions 181
Towing Label 168
Towing Mode 68TPMSFCC certification 188
overview of 153
traction control 58
trademarks 184, 185
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 78Traffic-Based Routing 129
trailer, towing 68
transmission
specifications 172
transponders, attaching 166
Transport Canada, contacting 187
transporting 181
trip chart 64
trip meter 63
trip overview 129
trip planner 129
trunk, front 14
trunk, rearchild protection lock 9
disabling interior handle 9
TuneIn radio 122
turn signals 54
U
ultrasonic sensors 76
uniform tire quality grading 178
Units & Format 110
Unlock on Park 4
unlockingtrunk, front 14
trunk, rear 12
unlocking and locking doors 4
unlocking when key doesn