airbag TESLA MODEL X 2017 Owner's Manual 

Correct Driving PositionThe seat, head restraint, seat belt and airbags
work together to maximize your safety. Using
these correctly ensures greater protection.
Position the seat so you can wear the seat belt correctly, while being as far away from the
front airbag as possible:
1. Sit upright with both feet on the
floor and
the seat back reclined no more than 30
degrees.
2. Make sure you can easily reach the pedals and that your arms are slightly bent whenholding the steering wheel. Your chest
should be at least 10 inches (25 cm) from
the center of the airbag cover.
3. Place the shoulder section of the seat belt mid-way between your neck and your
shoulder. Fit the lap section of the belt tightly across your hips, not across your
stomach.
Model X seats include integrated head
restraints. The front driver and passenger head restraints adjust automatically based on seat
position.
Adjusting the Driver

Testing a Child Safety Seat
Before seating a child, always make sure the
child safety seat is not loose:
1. Hold the child safety seat by the belt path and try to slide the safety seat from side
to side and front to back.
2. If the seat moves more than one inch (2.5 cm), it is too loose. Tighten the belt or
reconnect the LATCH retained child safety
seat.
3. If you are unable to reduce slack, try a
different seat location or try another child
safety seat.
Warnings - Child Safety Seats
Warning: Extreme hazard! Do not seat a
child on the front passenger seat even if
you are using a child safety seat. This seat
has an airbag in front of it. Although this airbag is disabled when Model X detects
a lightweight passenger, do not rely on technology to protect your child.Warning: Child restraint systems are
designed to be secured in vehicle seats
by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Children could be
endangered in a crash if their child restraints are not properly secured in the
vehicleWarning: According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seating positions
than in the front seating positions.Warning: Do not use a forward facing child safety seat until your child weighs
over 20 lbs (9 kg) and can sit
independently. Up to the age of two, a
child

Location of AirbagsAirbags are located in the approximate areas shown here. Airbag warning information is printed
on the sun visors.
Model X is equipped with an air bag and lap/shoulder belt at both front outboard seating
positions. The air bag is a supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants,
including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an air bag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.
1. Knee airbags
2. Front airbags
3. Curtain airbags
4. Seat-mounted side airbags
5. Door-mounted airbags
Airbags
Seating and Safety Restraints33

How the Airbags Work
Inflation of airbags depends on the rate at
which the vehicle

Passenger Front Airbag
Model X has an occupancy sensor in the front
passenger seat that controls the status of the
airbags based on the weight of the occupant. If the passenger airbag is OFF, it will not
inflate when a collision occurs, and PASS
AIRBAG OFF displays in the top right corner of the touchscreen. If the passenger airbag is
ON, it will
inflate when a collision occurs, but
its status does not display in the top right
corner of the touchscreen.
Note: The occupancy sensor system meets the regulatory requirement of FMVSS 208 and
automatically detects when
inflating the
passenger front airbags would be unnecessary
or potentially harmful.
Front passenger seat
occupancy*Passenger airbag
statusEmptyOFFInfant in child safety
seat (up to 20 lbs/
9kg)OFFChild or small
occupant
(20-100 lbs/9-45 kg)ON** or OFFHeavy object/
occupantON***Values are approximate. Occupants whose weight is close to the low weight threshold
can cause the status to occasionally turn on
and
off depending on seating position and
physique.
**The absence of the status, PASS AIRBAG
OFF, in the top right corner of the
touchscreen indicates that the passenger
airbag is ON and will
inflate in the event of a
collision.
Note: It takes approximately six seconds after
you power on Model X for the occupancy
sensor to report accurate status of the front
passenger airbag. As a result, when you
firstpower on Model X, even in situations when it
should be OFF because the passenger seat is
either empty or carrying a weight of 20 lbs (9
kg) or less, the touchscreen will take about six
seconds to display the status, PASS AIRBAG
OFF. If it fails to do so, contact Tesla service
immediately and seat passengers in the rear
seating positions only.
If the passenger airbag is permanently on,
even when the seat is empty and the seat belt is unbuckled, contact Tesla immediately.
To make sure the sensing system can correctly detect occupancy status, eliminate the
following:

After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide a
gradual cushioning effect for the occupants
and to ensure the driver

Cleaning the Interior
Frequently inspect and clean the interior to maintain its appearance and to prevent
premature wear. If possible, immediately wipe up spills and remove marks. For general
cleaning, wipe interior surfaces using a soft
cloth (such as micro
fiber) dampened with a
mixture of warm water and mild non-
detergent cleaner (test all cleaners on a
concealed area before use). To avoid streaks,
dry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
Interior Glass
Do not scrape, or use any abrasive cleaning
fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces. This can
damage the reflective surface of the mirror
and the heating elements in the rear window.
Airbags
Do not allow any substance to enter an airbag
cover. This could
affect correct operation.
Dashboard and Plastic Surfaces
Do not polish the upper surfaces of the
dashboard. Polished surfaces are
reflectiveand could interfere with your driving view.
Leather Seats
Leather is prone to dye-transfer which can
cause discoloration, particularly on light
colored leather. White and tan leather is coated with an anti-soiling treatment. Wipespills as soon as possible using a soft cloth
moistened with warm water and non-
detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular
motion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-free
cloth. Using detergents or commercially
available leather cleaners and conditioners is
not recommended because they can discolor or dry out the leather.
Polyurethane Seats
Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft
cloth moistened with warm water and non-
detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular
motion. For
difficult stains on ultra-white
seats, use isopropyl alcohol, then wipe with a
damp cloth. After cleaning, allow the seats to air dry.
Cloth Seats
Wipe spills as soon as possible using a soft
cloth moistened with warm water and non-
detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular
motion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-free
cloth. Vacuum the seats as needed to remove
any loose dirt.
Carpets
Avoid over-wetting carpets. For heavily soiled
areas, use a diluted upholstery cleaner.
Seat Belts
Extend the belts to wipe. Do not use any type
of detergent or chemical cleaning agent.
Allow the belts to dry naturally while
extended, preferably away from direct
sunlight.
Touchscreen and Instrument Panel
Clean the touchscreen and instrument panel
using a soft lint-free cloth
specificallydesigned to clean monitors and displays. Do
not use cleaners (such as a glass cleaner) and do not use a wet wipe or a dry statically-charged cloth (such as a recently washed
microfiber). To wipe the touchscreen without
activating buttons and changing settings, you
can enable clean mode. Touch Controls > Displays > Clean Mode. The display darkens to
make it easy to see dust and smudges.
Chrome and Metal Surfaces
Polish, abrasive cleaners or hard cloths can
damage the
finish on chrome and metal
surfaces.
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
Warning: If you notice any damage on an
airbag or seat belt, contact Tesla
immediately.Warning: Do not allow any water,
cleaners, or fabric to enter a seat belt
mechanism.Caution: Using solvents (including alcohol), bleach, citrus, naphtha, orsilicone-based products or additives on
interior components can cause damage.Caution: Statically-charged materials can
cause damage to the touchscreen or
instrument panel.
Cleaning
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AABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 56
Acceleration (dual-motor) 106
access panel, removing 163accessoriesinstalling 166
plugging into power socket 125
adaptive headlights 53
air circulation 115
air conditioning 114
air distribution 115
air
filter 118
air suspension 120
air vents 118
airbags 33
alarm 134
all-season tires 152
always connected, setting 64
anti-lock braking (ABS) 56
audioplaying files 121
steering wheel buttons 39
volume control 121
Auto High Beam 53
Auto Lane Change 87
auto-raising suspension 119
Autopark 89
Autopilot 76
Autosteer 84
average range 64
B backup camera 66
battery (12V)complete discharge 142specifications 173Battery (high voltage)care of 142
coolant 163
specifications 174
temperature limits 142
battery (key), replacing 5
blind spot warning 94
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 124
general information 126
phone, pairing and using 126
body repairs 166
body touch up 161
brake
fluid replacement 149
brakesautomatic in emergencies 96fluid level 163
overview of 56
specifications 173
brightness of displays 110
C
Cabin Overheat Protection setting 110
cabin temperature control 114
Calendar app 132
California Proposition 65 186
camera (rear view) 66
car cover 161
car washes 159
carpets, cleaning 160
CE
certifications 188
CHAdeMO 141
chains 153
change of ownership 113
charge port 143
charge port light 146
chargingcharge settings 147
components and equipment 140
instructions 143
public charging stations 141
scheduling 147
status of 148
charging locations, finding 129
child protectiondisabling liftgate and rear door handles 9
disabling rear window switches 11child seatsinstalling and using 25
cleaning 159
climate controls 114
Cold Weather controls 106
collision avoidance assist 96
console12V power socket 125
cup holders 17
USB ports 124
consumption chart 64
contact informationroadside assistance 180
Tesla 187coolantBattery, checking level of 163
Battery, replacement interval 149
copyrights 184, 185
Creep 106
cruise control 78
cup holders 17
D
dashboard overview 2
data recording 186
day mode 110
declarations of conformity 188
delivery mileage 186
devicesBluetooth, playing audio files 124
Index
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overtake acceleration 78
Owner Information, about 184, 185
P Park Assist 59
Park gear 44
parking brake 57
parking, automatic 89
parts replacement 166
passenger detection 35
passenger front airbag 35
personal data, erasing 113phonesteering wheel buttons 40
using 126
PIN 37
power management 64
power socket 125
power windows 11
powering on and
off 43
Preconditioning 110
preferences, setting 110
Proposition 65 186
public charging stations 141
R radar 76
radio 121
Radio Frequency information 188
rain sensor 55
rangedisplayed on instrument panel 45
driving tips to maximize 64
regenerative braking 57
range assurance 64
Range mode 64
Range Mode 106
Rated range 110
re-routing 129
rear seats, accessing 20
rear view camera 66
rear window switches, disabling 11
Recent (Media Player) 123
Recents 128
regenerative braking 57
region format 110
release notes 138
Reverse gear 44
RFID transponders 166
roadside assistance 180
rotating tires 151
route overview 129
S
safety defects, reporting 187safety informationairbags 36
child seats 32
seat belts 24
satellite radio 122
seat beltscleaning 160
in a collision 23
overview of 22
pre-tensioners 23
wearing when pregnant 22
seat covers 21
seat heaters 114
seating capacity 168
seatsadjusting 18
heaters 114
seats, second row 19
security settings 134
sensors 76
service data recording 186
service intervals 149
Settings 110
Settings, erasing 113
shifting gears 44
Show Commute Advice 129
side collision avoidance 94
side collision warning 94
SiriusXM 122
slip start 58
Smart Preconditioning 110
software reset 113
software updates 138
specificationsdimensions 170
exterior 170
interior 171
motor 172
subsystems 172
tires 175
weights 171
wheels 175
spoiler 67
stability control 58
starting 43
steering
specifications 172
steering wheeladjusting position 39
adjusting sensitivity 39
buttons 39
heated 39
scroll bars 39
steering, automatic 84
Streaming radio 122
summer tires 152
Summon 89
Index
Index193