brake light TESLA MODEL X 2020 Owner's Manual

Overview
Interior Overview
1. Interior door handles ( Opening Doors from the Interior on page 13)
2. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control ( Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 109) and Autosteer
( Autosteer on page 116)
3. High beams ( High Beam Headlights on page 67), Turn signals ( Turn Signals on page 68),
Wipers and washers ( Wipers and Washers on page 75)
4. Steering wheel buttons - left ( Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 56)
5. Instrument panel ( Instrument Panel on page 69)
6. Steering wheel buttons - right ( Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 57)
7. Gear selector ( Shifting Gears on page 63)
8. Touchscreen ( Touchscreen Overview on page 4)
9. Glovebox button ( Glove Box on page 24)
10. Cabin climate control ( Climate Controls on page 150)
11. Power window switches ( Opening and Closing on page 19)
12. Exterior mirror adjustment switches ( Mirrors on page 59)
13. Seats ( Front and Rear Seats on page 28)
14. Steering column adjuster (hidden from view in the above image) ( Steering Wheel on page
56)
15. Horn ( Horn on page 58)
16. Brakes ( Braking and Stopping on page 76)
17. Accelerator pedal ( Acceleration Modes on page 84)
18. Hazard warning lights ( Hazard Warning Flashers on page 68)
19. Cup holders ( Cup Holders on page 26)
Interior Overview
2Model X Owner

When Tow mode is active, Model X
displays this indicator light on the
instrument panel, along with a
message telling you that Model X will
roll freely.
Note: In Tow mode, Model X does not shift
into a driving gear. To cancel Tow mode, shift
into Park or touch Tow mode again. Tow mode
also cancels if you use the touchscreen to
apply the parking brake ( Controls > Safety &
Security > Parking Brake ).
Gears
64Model X Owner

IndicatorDescriptionHigh beam headlights are temporarily turned off because Auto High Beam is on
and is detecting light in front of Model X. When light is no longer detected, the
high beams automatically turn back on. See High Beam Headlights on page 67.Parking lights (side marker lights, tail lights, and license plate lights) are on. See
Lights on page 65.Front fog lights, if equipped. See Lights on page 65.Adaptive Front Lighting, if equipped. See Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
on page 67.Electronic stability control systems are actively minimizing wheel spin by
controlling brake pressure and motor power (indicator

Caution: If the brakes are not functioning
properly, stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and contact Tesla Service.
See Park on page 63 for information on
using the Park button to stop the vehicle
in case of emergency.Warning: Always maintain a safe driving
distance from the vehicle in front of you
and be cautious in hazardous driving
conditions. Do not rely on brake disc
wiping or hydraulic fade compensation to act as a substitute for adequate braking.
Regenerative Braking
Whenever Model X is moving and your foot is
off the accelerator, regenerative braking slows
down Model X and feeds any surplus energy back to the Battery.
By anticipating your stops and reducing or
removing pressure from the accelerator pedal
to slow down, you can take advantage of regenerative braking to increase driving range.
Of course, this is no substitute for regular braking when needed for safety.
Note: If regenerative braking is aggressively
slowing Model X (such as when your foot is
completely off the accelerator pedal at
highway speeds), the brake lights turn on to
alert others that you are slowing down.
Warning: In snowy or icy conditions
Model X may experience traction loss
during regenerative braking, particularly
when in the Standard setting and/or not
using winter tires. Tesla recommends
using the Low setting (see To Set the
Regenerative Braking Level on page 77)
in snowy or icy conditions to help
maintain vehicle stability.
The Energy app displays real-time feedback
on the amount of energy being gained by
regenerative braking. You can also display the
power meter on either side of the instrument
panel by choosing Energy using the scroll
button on the steering wheel (see Steering
Wheel on page 56).
The amount of energy fed back to the Battery using regenerative braking can depend on thecurrent state of the Battery and the charge
level setting that you are using. For example,
regenerative braking may be limited if the Battery is already fully charged or if the
ambient temperature is too cold.
Note: If regenerative braking is limited, a
dashed yellow line displays on the power
meter.
To Set the Regenerative Braking Level
You can use the touchscreen to change the
level of regenerative braking:
1. Touch Controls > Driving > Regenerative
Braking .
2. Choose from two levels:

Use the touchscreen to manually release the
parking brake (which also shifts Model X into Neutral):
1. Touch Controls > Safety & Security .
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Parking
Brake . If Model X was previously in Park, it
shifts into Neutral.When you use the touchscreen to
manually apply the parking brake,
the red parking brake indicator lights
up on the instrument panel.If the parking brake experiences an
electrical issue, the amber parking brake indicator lights up and a fault
message displays at the top of the
instrument panel.Caution: In the unlikely event that
Model X loses electrical power, you
cannot access the touchscreen and are
therefore unable to release the parking
brake. Contact Tesla.
Brake Wear
Model X brake pads are equipped with wear indicators. A wear indicator is a thin metal
strip attached to the brake pad that squeals as
it rubs against the rotor when the pad wears
down. This squealing sound indicates that the
brake pads have reached the end of their service life and require replacement. To
replace the brake pads, contact Tesla Service.
Brakes must be periodically inspected visually by removing the tire and wheel. For detailed
specifications and service limits for rotors and
brake pads, see Subsystems on page 215.
Additionally, Tesla recommends cleaning and
lubricating the brake calipers every year or
12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where
roads are salted during winter months.
Warning: Neglecting to replace worn
brake pads damages the braking system
and can result in a braking hazard.
Braking and Stopping
Driving79

Attaching and Removing the Ball
Mount
The Model X towing package does not include
a ball mount. You must purchase a ball mount
suitable for the type of trailer you are towing. The Model X hitch receiver supports a ballmount up to 8” with a rise of up to 0.75”. Do
not use any type of drop ball mount.
To attach a ball mount:
1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from
the locking bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the hitch assembly.
2. Slide the ball holder into the hitch
assembly.
3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the
one in the hitch assembly.
4. Slide the locking bolt through the hitch
assembly/ball holder.
5. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end
of the locking bolt.
To remove a ball mount:
1. Remove the cotter pin from the locking
bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the
ball holder/hitch assembly.
2. Pull the ball holder out of the hitch
assembly.
Electrical Connections
Regulations require all trailers to be equipped
with tail lights, brake lights, side marker lights,
and turn signals. To provide power for trailer
lighting, a built-in seven-way wiring connector (SAE J560) is attached near the tow hitch.Most trailer wiring plugs can be attached tothis connector.
1. Reverse Lights (Purple)
2. 12V Power (Red or Black)
3. Right Turn Signal and Brake Light (Green)
4. Brake Controller Output (Blue)
5. Tail Lights and Running Lights (Brown)
6. Left Turn Signal and Brake Light (Yellow)
7. Ground (White)
Note: It is the driver

Disable the Self-Leveling AirSuspension System
If Model X is equipped with the air suspension
system, it automatically self-levels, even when
power is off. To prevent damage, you must
activate Jack Mode to disable self-leveling:
1. Touch Controls > Suspension on the
touchscreen.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Very
High to maximize height.
3. Touch Jack.When Jack Mode is active, Model X
displays this red indicator light on
the instrument panel, along with a
message telling you that active
suspension is disabled.
Note: Jack Mode cancels when driving speed
exceeds 4 mph (7 kph).
Warning: Failure to activate Jack Mode on
a vehicle equipped with the air
suspension system can result in the
vehicle becoming loose during transport,
which may cause significant damage.
Activate Transport Mode
Transport Mode keeps the parking brake
disengaged while winching Model X onto a

Index
A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 76
absolute speed limit 137
Acceleration settings 84
access panel, removing 206
accessoriesplugging into power socket 25
accessory carrier 94
adaptive headlights 67
Adaptive Suspension Damping 168
adjacent lane speed 131
air circulation 152
air conditioning 150
air distribution 152
air filter 155
air suspension 168
air vents 154
airbags 45
alarm 171
all-season tires 199
always connected, setting 87
Always Show Estimated Round Trip Energy 159
anti-lock braking (ABS) 76
application launcher 4
audioequalizer 164
immersive sound 164
playing files 162
steering wheel buttons 56
volume control 162
Auto High Beam 67
Auto Lane Change 118
auto-raising suspension 168
automatic emergency braking 135
automatic navigation 156
Autopark 123
autopilotblind spot collision warning 131
side collision warning 131
staying inside lane markings 131AutopilotAuto Lane Change 118
automatic emergency braking 134
Autopark 123
Autosteer 116
collision avoidance assist 134
forward collision warning 134
Navigate on Autopilot 119
overtake acceleration 109
overview 106
speed assist 137
speed limit warning 137
staying within speed limits 137
Summon 125
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control 109
Autopilot components 106
Autosteer 116
average range
87
B
backup camera 89battery (12V)complete discharge 184
specifications 217Battery (high voltage)care of 184
coolant 206
specifications 217
temperature limits 184
battery (key), replacing 11
bicycle carrier 94
blind spot collision warning 131
blind spot collision warning chime 131
Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 164
general information 165
phone, pairing and using 165
body repairs 209
body touch up 203
brakesautomatic in emergencies 135

charging (continued)components and equipment 182
instructions 186
public charging stations 183
scheduling 188
status of 190
charging locations, finding 158
child protectiondisabling rear window switches 19child seatsinstalling and using 36child-protectiondisabling liftgate and rear door handles
17
Chill acceleration 84
cleaning 201
climate controls 150
cold weather driving 104
collision avoidance assist 134
connecting to Wi-Fi 178
console12V power socket 25
cup holders 26
USB ports 24
consumption chart 87
contact informationroadside assistance 226
Tesla 236
copyrights 232
Creep 77
cruise control 109
cup holders 26
D dashboard overview 2
Dashcam 90
data recording 234
data sharing 234
declarations of conformity 237
delivery mileage 235
devicesBluetooth, playing audio files 164
connecting 24
playing audio files from 164
dimensions 213
Dog Mode 154
dome (map) lights 65
door labels 211
Door Unlock Mode 17
doors 10
doors, opening 10
drive away locking 17
Drive gear 63
driverprofiles 53
seat adjustment 28drivingdriving (continued)seating position 28
starting 61
tips to maximize range 87
E
Easter Eggs 230
Easy Entry 30, 31
easy entry, driver profile 53
EDR (event data recorder) 234
electric parking brake 78
emergency braking 134
emergency