buttons TESLA MODEL Y 2023 Owners Manual

1.
Door open button (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 14)
2.
Turn signal stalk (High Beam Headlights on page 59), Turn Signals on page 60, and Windshield Washers on page
64)
3.
Horn (Horn on page 53)
4.
Drive stalk (How to Shift on page 56, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 91, Autosteer on page 96)
5.
Touchscreen (Touchscreen Overview on page 5)
6.
Driver dome light (Lights on page 58)
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Cabin camera (Cabin Camera on page 126)
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Hazard warning flashers (Hazard Warning Flashers on page 60)
9.
Passenger dome light (Lights on page 58)
10.
Climate control vent (see Climate Controls on page 127)
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Power window switches (Windows on page 17)
12.
Manual door release (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 14)
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Left scroll button (Scroll Buttons on page 52)
14.
Brake pedal (Braking and Stopping on page 65)
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Accelerator pedal (Regenerative Braking on page 66)
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Right scroll button (Scroll Buttons on page 52)
17.
Center console (Interior Storage and Electronics on page 23)
18.
Glovebox (Glovebox on page 23)
Interior Overview
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WARNING: Always pay attention to road and traffic conditions when driving. To minimize driver distraction and
ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users, avoid using the touchscreen to adjust
settings while the vehicle is in motion.
Use the touchscreen to control many features that, in traditional cars, are controlled using physical buttons (for example, adjusting the cabin heating and air conditioning, headlights, etc.). You also use the touchscreen to control
media, navigate, use entertainment features, and customize
Model Y to suit your preferences. For hands-free access
to common touchscreen controls, use voice commands (see
Voice Commands on page 136).
If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, you can restart it (see Restarting the
Touchscreen on page 7).
NOTE: Illustrations are provided to improve conceptual understanding only. Depending on vehicle options, software
version, market region and regional and language settings, the details displayed on the screen will differ.
1.
Status bar: This area on the top of the touchscreen displays the time of day, the outside temperature, and the
following icons:
Touch to lock/unlock all doors and trunks.4:20 pmYour vehicle automatically updates the time. If the time is incorrect, confirm your vehicle has
internet and GPS connectivity with the latest software.
Touchscreen Overview
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3.
After a few seconds, the Tesla logo appears. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the touchscreen to restart. If the
touchscreen is still unresponsive or demonstrating unusual behavior after a few minutes, try power cycling the
vehicle (if possible). See
Power Cycling the Vehicle on page 55.
NOTE: Pressing the scroll buttons only restarts the touchscreen. It does not restart any other vehicle component and
does not power
Model Y off and on.
Customizing My Apps
For one-touch access to commonly used apps and controls, you can customize what displays in the My Apps area on
the touchscreen

Child Locks
Model Y has child locks on the rear doors to prevent
them from being opened using the interior release buttons. On the touchscreen,
touch Controls > Locks >
Child Lock. You can choose Both to engage the child
lock on both rear doors, or you can choose
Left or Right
to engage it on just a specific door.
WARNING: It is recommended that you turn on
child locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.
Unlock on Park
When you stop Model Y and engage Park, you can
choose to unlock all doors. To turn this feature on or
off,

touch Controls > Locks > Unlock on Park.
NOTE: If set to OFF, you can unlock all doors by
pressing the Park button a second time after engaging Park.
Doors
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Overview
NOTE: Entertainment options vary by market region.
The touchscreen displays the Entertainment screen when you choose any of the following apps:
Theater: Play various video streaming services (such as Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, etc.) while parked.
Available only if
Model Y is connected to WiFi, or is equipped with premium connectivity and a cellular
signal is available.
Arcade: Want to game? Depending on the game, you may need to use the steering wheel buttons or a
Bluetooth or USB controller to play. See
Gaming Controllers on page 164.
NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB
ports can only be used to charge devices. On these vehicles, you must use the USB port inside the glove box.
Toybox: Play in the Toybox while parked.WARNING: Use these features only when Model Y is parked. Always pay attention to road and traffic
conditions when driving. Using these features while driving is illegal and very dangerous.
NOTE: You can also use voice commands to access these features (see Voice Commands on page 136).
Toybox
Your vehicle

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.
Door Seals
Wipe door seals with a damp cloth to remove any debris. Excessive debris on the door seals can cause
paint damage when contacting surrounding surfaces. Avoid using alcohol wipes or any chemical products that can potentially deteriorate the coating on the door seals.
Touchscreen
Clean the touchscreen using a soft lint-free cloth
specifically designed to clean monitors and displays. Do
not use cleaners (such as a glass cleaner) or alcohol- based gel products (such as hand sanitizer) 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 Screen Clean Mode. Touch
Controls > Display
> Screen Clean Mode. The display darkens to make it
easy to see dust and smudges. To exit Screen Clean
Mode, press and hold
HOLD TO EXIT.
Chrome and Metal Surfaces
Polish, abrasive cleaners, alcohol-based gel products (such as hand sanitizer), and hard cloths can damage the
finish on chrome and metal surfaces.
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
CAUTION: Using solvents (including alcohol),
alcohol-based gel products (such as hand
sanitizer), bleach, citrus, naphtha, or silicone-based
products or additives on interior components can
cause damage.
CAUTION: Statically-charged materials can cause
damage to the touchscreen.
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.
WARNING: Exposure to chemical cleaners can be
hazardous and can irritate eyes and skin. Read and
observe the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the chemical cleaner.
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body
Repair
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body, you
can occasionally treat the paint surfaces with an approved polish containing: