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MODEL X
2021 +
OWNER'S MANUAL
Software version:
North America
2022.20
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YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL
For the latest and greatest information that is customized to your vehicle, view the Owner’s
Manual on your vehicle’s touchscreen by touching Controls > Service > Owner's Manual. The
information is specific to your vehicle depending on the features you purchased, vehicle
configuration, market region and software version. In contrast, owner information that is
provided by Tesla elsewhere is updated as necessary and may not contain information unique to
your vehicle.
RELEASE NOTES
Information about new features is displayed on the touchscreen after a software update, and
can be viewed at any time by touching Controls > Software > Release Notes. If the content in
the Owner's Manual on how to use your vehicle conflicts with information in the Release Notes,
the Release Notes take precedence.
ILLUSTRATIONS AND PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
The illustrations provided in this document are for demonstration purposes only. Depending on
vehicle options, software version and market region, the information displayed on the
touchscreen in your vehicle may appear slightly
All specifications and descriptions contained in this document are verified to be accurate at the
time of printing. However, because continuous improvement is a goal at Tesla, we reserve the
right to make product
in this document, please send an email to: [email protected].
modifications at any time. To communicate any inaccuracies or omissions
dierent.
SAFETY INFORMATION
You can find safety information in your Model X Owner's Manual on the touchscreen.
For detailed information about your Model X, go to the Tesla website for your region, log on to
your Tesla account, or sign up to get an account.
If you have any questions or concerns about your Model X, call 1-877-79TESLA
(1-877-798-3752).
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Contents
Overview............................................................3
Exterior Overview......................................................3
Interior Overview.......................................................4
Touchscreen Overview.............................................6
Opening and Closing.................................... 9
Keys.................................................................................9
Doors.............................................................................15
Windows...................................................................... 21
Rear Trunk.................................................................. 22
Front Trunk................................................................ 24
Interior Storage and Electronics........................27
Sun Visors...................................................................32
Seating and Safety Restraints.................33
Front and Rear Seats............................................. 33
Seat Belts....................................................................38
Child Safety Seats...................................................42
Airbags........................................................................50
Driving..............................................................56
Driver Profiles........................................................... 56
Steering Yoke............................................................ 58
Mirrors...........................................................................61
Starting and Powering O...................................63
Shifting........................................................................ 65
Lights........................................................................... 68
Instrument Panel......................................................72
Wipers and Washers...............................................77
Braking and Stopping............................................78
Traction Control....................................................... 82
Park Assist..................................................................83
Vehicle Hold...............................................................85
Acceleration Modes................................................86
Trip Information........................................................87
Getting Maximum Range......................................88
Rear Facing Camera(s).........................................90
Pedestrian Warning System................................. 91
Towing and Accessories........................................92
Cold Weather Best Practices............................ 102
Autopilot....................................................... 105
About Autopilot..................................................... 105
Trac-Aware Cruise Control.............................108
Autosteer................................................................... 114
Navigate on Autopilot..........................................120
Trac Light and Stop Sign Control................ 123
Autopark.....................................................................131
Summon
Smart Summon....................................................... 137
.....................................................................133
Active Safety Features.............................. 141
Lane Assist................................................................ 141
Collision Avoidance Assist................................. 144
Speed Assist............................................................ 148
Cabin Camera..........................................................150
Using the Touchscreen.............................. 151
Controls.......................................................................151
Climate Controls.....................................................159
Maps and Navigation............................................166
Media...........................................................................173
Entertainment..........................................................176
Phone and Calendar..............................................179
Air Suspension........................................................ 183
Voice Commands...................................................185
Security Settings.................................................... 187
Dashcam and Sentry Mode................................189
HomeLink Universal Transceiver...................... 193
Connecting to Wi-Fi............................................. 196
Software Updates..................................................197
Mobile App...............................................................199
Charging.......................................................202
Electric Vehicle Components...........................202
High Voltage Battery Information..................204
Charging Instructions..........................................206
Maintenance................................................. 213
Maintenance.............................................................213
Tire Care and Maintenance................................. 215
Cleaning.................................................................... 222
Wiper Blades and Washer Jets........................226
Fluid Reservoirs..................................................... 228
Jacking and Lifting...............................................230
Parts and Accessories..........................................231
Specifications..............................................233
Identification Labels.............................................233
Vehicle Loading.....................................................234
Dimensions.............................................................. 237
Subsystems.............................................................240
Wheels and Tires...................................................242
Roadside Assistance................................249
Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance.........249
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Contents
Instructions for Transporters............................250
Consumer Information.............................255
About this Owner Information.........................255
Disclaimers...............................................................257
Reporting Safety Defects.................................. 259
Radio Regulatory Compliance.........................260
Troubleshooting Alerts....................................... 263
Index................................................................316
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Exterior Overview
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, and options purchased, your vehicle
may look slightly dierent than described.
Exterior lights (Lights on page 68)
1.
2. Door handles (Doors on page 15)
Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 206)
3.
4. Autopilot cameras (About Autopilot on page 105)
5. Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 61)
Hood/Front trunk (Front Trunk on page 24)
6.
7. Front/rear tow eye cover (Instructions for Transporters on page 250)
8. Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires on page 242)
9. Rear view camera (Rear Facing Camera(s) on page 90 and About Autopilot on page 105)
10. Tow hitch cover (Towing and Accessories on page 92)
Rear trunk/liftgate (Rear Trunk on page 22)
11.
12. Ultrasonic sensors (Park Assist on page 83 and About Autopilot on page 105)
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Interior Overview
Interior door handles (Doors on page 15)
1.
Left steering yoke buttons
2.
Left Scroll Button (Left Scroll Button on page 59)
◦
High Beam Headlights (High Beam Headlights on page 69)
◦
◦ Turn Signals (Turn Signals on page 70)
3. Instrument panel (Instrument Panel on page 72)
4. Right steering yoke buttons
◦ Right Scroll button to control Autopilot features (Right Scroll Button on page 59)
Horn (Horn on page 60)
◦
◦ Wipers (Wipers and Washers on page 77)
◦ Voice Commands (Voice Commands on page 185)
Touchscreen (Touchscreen Overview on page 6)
5.
6. Camera (Cabin Camera on page 150)
7. Cabin climate control (Climate Controls on page 159)
8. Power window switches (Opening and Closing on page 21)
9. Manual door release (Doors on page 15)
Seats (Front and Rear Seats on page 33)
10.
11. Brake pedal (Braking and Stopping on page 78)
12. Accelerator pedal (Acceleration Modes on page 86)
13. Wireless phone chargers (Wireless Phone Chargers on page 29)
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Interior Overview
14. Hazard warning lights (Hazard Warning Flashers on page 71)
15. Secondary drive mode selector (Shifting on page 65)
16. Glovebox (Glovebox on page 27)
Rear touchscreen (Rear Touchscreen on page 8)
1.
2. USB ports (USB Ports on page 27)
3. Rear cup holders (Interior Storage and Electronics on page 27)
Adjustable climate control vents (Climate Controls on page 159)
4.
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Touchscreen Overview
In addition to the instrument panel, Model X is equipped with a front and rear touchscreen.
NOTE: Throughout this Owner's Manual, the front touchscreen is referred to as the
"touchscreen" whereas the rear touchscreen is referred to as the "rear touchscreen".
WARNING: Always pay attention to road and trac 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
controls, use voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 185). The main component of
the touchscreen is the map area. Other main components are shown here:
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 dier.
Model X to suit your preferences. For hands-free access to common touchscreen
Navigation: Change the orientation of the map, find or navigate to a destination, and change
1.
navigation settings (see
2. Drive mode strip: Use to shift into Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive. The drive mode strip
always displays on the touchscreen when you touch Controls (see Shifting on page 65).
3. Controls: Control various features and adjust settings to customize your Model X (see
Controls on page 151).
4. Climate controls (driver): Use the left and right arrows to decrease/increase cabin
temperature. Touch Split on the popup to display separate controls for the driver and
passenger. Touch the temperature icon to customize climate control settings (see Climate
Controls on page 159). The passenger climate controls display when temperature controls
have been Split to provide separate controls for the driver and passenger.
Maps and Navigation on page 166).
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Touchscreen Overview
5. My Apps: For one-touch access to frequently used apps and controls, you can choose what
displays here. See Customizing My Apps on page 7.
6. App Launcher: Touch the app launcher to open the app tray. Then touch any app to open it.
The app you choose displays on top of the map. To close an app, drag it downward.
NOTE: You cannot completely close Media Player. When you drag Media Player down, it
displays Mini-Player which allows you see what's playing, pause/play, and skip reverse/
forward.
7.
Recent App(s): Displays the most recently used app(s). The number of recent apps
displayed here depends on how many apps have been added to My Apps. If you add the
maximum number of apps to My Apps, only the most recent app displays.
8. Volume Control: Controls the volume of media player and phone calls (see Volume Controls
on page 173). The volume of navigation instructions is controlled separately (see Maps and
Navigation on page 166).
Media Player: See Media on page 173.
9.
Popup messages appear at the bottom of the touchscreen. For example, a seat belt reminder
appears if a seat belt is unfastened in an occupied seat, an alert appears to notify you of an
incoming phone call, a text message appears (when applicable), and voice commands appear
when in use. If applicable, touch options from these popup messages (for example, accept/
decline a phone call, choose an option from the headlight menu, etc.). To dismiss a popup
message, swipe it downward.
The bottom of the touchscreen may also display the following:
Displays the status of the front passenger airbag (see Airbags on page 50).
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's bottom bar:
1. Enter customization mode by touching and holding any app or control in the My Apps area.
If this area is empty, touch the App Launcher.
Simply drag any app or control from the app tray onto the My Apps area in the bottom bar.
2.
NOTE: Seat heaters selected from the app tray appear next to the temperature, instead of in
the My Apps area.
NOTE: Controls (for example, defrosters and seat heaters) appear in the app tray only when you
enter customization mode by touching and holding an app.
NOTE: When you've added the maximum number of apps or controls to My Apps, adding an
additional app removes the rightmost app.
NOTE: Remove an app or control from the My Apps area by touching and holding, then
touching its associated "X".
Tilt the Touchscreen (if equipped)
To tilt the touchscreen, navigate to Controls, then touch the display icon to choose the desired
position.
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Touchscreen Overview
WARNING: When the center display is tilting, ensure that there are no objects (such as
your fingers or jewelry) between the screen and instrument panel to reduce the risk of
injury or damage.
Rear Touchscreen
The rear touchscreen provides rear passengers with access to:
Temperature: Touch the arrows to decrease/increase cabin temperature.
1.
2. Rear fan: Touch to turn the rear fan on or o, to adjust fan speed and control the direction of
air
flow from the rear vents (see Adjusting the Front and Rear Vents on page 162).
3. Seat heaters: Control rear seat heaters.
Media: Play, pause, skip or rewind through the currently playing song (see Media on page
4.
173).
5. Video: Access video streaming services.
6. Volume: Touch to adjust the volume.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature, media and volume controls adjusts the front cabin settings
also.
You can lock the rear touchscreen by touching Controls > Display > Lock Rear Display. Locking
the rear display stops any media and video apps from playing, and all touches are ignored until
you use this setting to unlock it.
NOTE: You can also use the front touchscreen to adjust climate settings in the rear cabin (see
Adjusting Climate Control Settings on page 159).
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Keys
Three Types of Keys
Model X supports three types of keys:
• Phone key - You can set up your personal
phone as a "phone key" that
communicates with Model X using
Bluetooth. A phone key supports
automatic locking and unlocking.
• Key card - Tesla provides a key card that
communicates with Model X using short
range radio-frequency identification
(RFID) signals. The key card is used to
"authenticate" phone keys to work with
Model X and to add or remove other key
cards, phone keys, or key fobs. Unlike the
phone key and key fob, the key card does
not support automatic locking and
unlocking. In situations where your phone
key has a dead battery, or is lost or stolen,
use your key card to unlock, drive, and
lock
Model X.
Key fob - The key fob (if equipped) allows
•
you to press buttons to open the front
and rear trunks, and unlock, lock, and
drive
Model X. The key fob also supports
automatic locking and unlocking, if
available in your region (see
Locking and Unlocking on page 12) and
can be used as a backup to your phone
key.
Model X supports a total of 19 keys, which can
include phone keys, key cards, and up to four
key fobs.
CAUTION:
with you when you drive. Although
you can drive Model X away from its
key, you will be unable to power it
back on after it powers o.
Remember to bring a key
Passive
Phone Key
Using your phone as a key is a convenient
way to access your
approach, your phone's Bluetooth signal is
detected and doors unlock when you press a
door handle. Likewise, when you exit and walk
away with the phone key, doors automatically
lock (provided the
feature is turned on; see Walk-Away Door
Lock on page 19).
Before you can use a phone to access
Model X, follow these steps to authenticate it:
Model X. As you
Walk-Away Door Lock
1. Download the Tesla mobile app to your
phone.
2. Log into the Tesla mobile app using your
Tesla account username and password.
NOTE: You must remain logged in to your
Tesla account to use your phone to access
Model X.
NOTE: If multiple vehicles are linked to
your Tesla account, you must ensure that
the vehicle you want the mobile app to
access is currently selected on the mobile
app.
3. Ensure:
Your phone's general Bluetooth
◦
settings are enabled.
Bluetooth is enabled within your
◦
phone's settings for the Tesla mobile
app. For example, on your phone,
navigate to Settings, choose the Tesla
mobile app, and ensure the Bluetooth
setting is turned on.
Access to your location is enabled.
◦
Open the Tesla mobile app in your
phone's settings and select Location
> Always. For the best experience,
keep the mobile app running in the
background.
Allow Mobile Access is enabled on the
◦
vehicle touchscreen (
Safety > Allow Mobile Access).
NOTE: Model X communicates with your
phone using Bluetooth. Keep in mind that
your phone must have enough battery
power to run Bluetooth and that many
phones disable Bluetooth when the
battery is low.
4. While sitting inside the vehicle with a key
card handy, open the Tesla mobile app
and touch
screen, or navigate to Security > Set Up
Phone Key. Follow the prompts on the
mobile app and vehicle touchscreen to
set up your phone key.
To view a list of keys that can currently access
Model X, or to remove a phone key, touch
Controls > Locks (see Managing Keys on
page 14).
Set Up Phone Key on the main
Controls >
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Keys
Model X can connect to three phone keys
simultaneously. Therefore, if more than three
phone keys are detected and you want to
authenticate or pair a dierent phone, move
the other connected phone key(s) out of
range or turn o its Bluetooth setting.
Once a phone has been authenticated, it no
longer requires an internet connection to be
used as a phone key for Model X. However, to
use the phone hands-free, access your
phone's contacts, play media from it, etc., you
must also pair it and connect it as a Bluetooth
device (see
page 179).
Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on
Key Card
Tesla provides you with two Model X key
cards, designed to fit in your wallet.
To use a key card to unlock or lock Model X,
position the card as shown and tap it against
the card reader located approximately one
third the way up of the driver's side door
pillar. When
exterior lights flash, the mirrors unfold or fold
(if Fold Mirrors is on), the horn sounds (if
Lock
doors unlock or lock.
NOTE: You may need to physically touch the
wireless phone charger or driver's side door
pillar with the key card, and you may need to
hold it against the transmitter for one or two
seconds.
Model X detects the key card, the
Confirmation Sound is on), and the
charger on the center console. When your key
card is detected, your two minute
authentication period restarts.
NOTE: If enabled, Walk-Away Door Lock (see
Walk-Away Door Lock on page 19)
operates only when you walk away using a
phone key or passive key fob. When you walk
away carrying your key card,
not automatically unlock/lock.
Model X does
Key Fob
You can quickly familiarize yourself with the
key fob by thinking of it as a miniature version
of Model X, with the Tesla badge representing
the front. The key has buttons that feel like
softer areas on the surface.
Trunk
Once inside, power up Model X by pressing
the brake pedal within two minutes of
scanning the key card (see
Powering O on page 63). If you wait
longer than two minutes, you must reauthenticate by placing the key card near the
card reader located in the wireless phone
Starting and
1.
◦ Double-click to open or close the rear
trunk.
◦ If equipped with a powered liftgate,
double-click to unlatch the rear trunk.
You can also single-click to stop the
liftgate when it is moving.
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◦ Hold the button down for one to two
seconds to open the charge port
door.
2. Lock/Unlock All
◦ Single-click to lock all doors and rear
trunk. Hazard warning lights flash
once.
NOTE: If a door or the rear trunk is
open, hazard warning lights flash
three times and doors do not lock.
But you can enable a single-click to
both close all doors (and rear trunk)
and lock them, by turning on the
Close All with Key Fob setting (touch
Controls > Locks > Close All with Key
Fob). By default, this setting is turned
o and you must triple-click the
button to close and lock all doors.
Double-click to unlock. Hazard
◦
warning lights
NOTE: If Automatic Doors is enabled
(touch
Doors), doors unlock and the driver's
door opens as you approach Model X.
A subsequent double-click opens the
passenger front door.
Front trunk
3.
Double-click to unlatch the front
◦
trunk.
4. Falcon wing doors
◦ Double-click to open/close the
associated falcon wing door.
◦ Single-click to stop movement of the
associated falcon wing door.
Subsequently double-clicking
reverses movement of the falcon wing
door. For example if the door was
opening, it closes, and vice versa.
flash twice.
Controls > Locks > Automatic
WARNING:
have several sensors to detect the
presence of an object in the door's
path. In most cases, when an object is
detected, the door stops moving.
However, the sensors are unable to
detect all areas under all
circumstances, particularly when
closing, Therefore, you must monitor
the movement of falcon wing doors to
ensure the door's path of movement is
free of obstacles, staying prepared at
all times to proactively intervene to
stop the door from contacting an
object (including a person). Failure to
do so can cause serious damage or
bodily injury.
Once inside, power up Model X by pressing
the brake pedal within two minutes of
pressing the unlock button on the key fob
(see
Starting and Powering O on page 63).
If you wait longer than two minutes, you must
press the unlock button again, or place the
key fob near the card reader located in the
lower half of the left wireless phone charger,
facing downward, on the center console.
When your key fob is detected, the two
minute authentication period restarts.
When approaching or leaving Model X
carrying the key fob, you do not need to point
the key fob at Model X as you press a button,
but you must be within operating range.
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can
aect the key. If this happens, move the key
at least one foot (30 cm) away from other
electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.).
In the event that the key fob's battery is dead,
you can still use it. To unlock the vehicle, scan
the key fob on the card reader located on the
driver's side door pillar (like the key card).
Model X falcon wing doors
NOTE: Falcon wing doors are designed to
proactively detect obstacles that prevent the
doors from moving when an obstacle is
detected.
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To drive the vehicle, scan the key fob on the
phone charger.
Place it at the top of the left phone
1.
charger,
against the center divider.
Point the front of the key fob to the left.
2.
Swipe downwards.
3.
Instructions for changing the battery are
provided in Replacing the Key Fob Battery on
page 12.
NOTE: You can use the same key fob with
multiple
authenticate it (see Managing Keys on page
14). However, key fob works with only one
Model X at a time. Therefore, to use a key fob
for a dierent Model X, touch its flat side
against the card reader on the driver's side
door pillar.
Model X vehicles provided you
NOTE:
Model X supports up to four dierent
key fobs.
CAUTION: Protect the key from
impact, high temperatures, and
damage from liquids. Avoid contact
with solvents, waxes, and abrasive
cleaners.
Passive Locking and Unlocking
Locking and unlocking Model X with your key
fob is conveniently hands-free. Although you
must be carrying a paired key fob, there is no
need to use it.
the vehicle that can recognize the presence of
a key fob within a range of approximately six
feet (two meters). Therefore, you can keep
your key fob in your pocket or purse and
press the door handle to unlock and extend
the handle. When carrying your key fob with
you, you can also open the trunk without
having to use the key by pressing the
liftgate's exterior switch. If Walk-Away Door
Lock is enabled, Model X automatically locks
when you exit and the key fob is no longer in
range (see
19). Passive locking and unlocking is
automatically enabled when you pair your key
fob to
Although you can use the same key fob with
multiple vehicles, it can only be paired to one
vehicle at a time. To activate a paired key fob
to a
dierent vehicle, touch the flat side onto
the driver's side door pillar and click any
button on the key fob to
NOTE: For increased security, passive locking
and unlocking disables after being stationary
for five minutes while within vehicle range
when the vehicle is not in use (for example,
you are standing outside your vehicle). In this
situation, you must shake or press a button on
the key fob to re-enable passive locking and
unlocking.
Model X has sensors around
Walk-Away Door Lock on page
Model X.
confirm.
Replacing the Key Fob Battery
Under normal use, the key fob has a battery
that lasts for up to one year, depending on
key fob version and selected vehicle settings.
When the battery is low, a message displays
on the touchscreen.
To replace the key fob battery:
1. With the key fob placed button side down
on a soft surface, release the bottom
cover, using a small
flat-bladed tool.
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NOTE: If a lanyard is attached to the key,
you can release the bottom cover by
placing your thumb against the "X" on the
bottom cover, then firmly pulling the
lanyard toward you (hence pushing the
key
o of its cover). You can also pry the
cover
o by placing a small flat-bladed
tool, a fingernail, or the Tesla-provided
tool against the lanyard cord.
Remove the battery by lifting it away from
2.
the retaining clips.
Keys
NOTE: CR2354 batteries can be
purchased from any retailer that sells
batteries.
Holding the bottom cover at an angle,
4.
align the tabs on the cover with the
corresponding slots on the key fob, then
press the cover
until it snaps into place.
Test that the key fob works by unlocking
5.
and locking Model X.
firmly onto the key fob
While avoiding touching the battery's flat
3.
surfaces, insert the new battery (type
CR2354) with the ‘+’ side facing up.
NOTE: Wipe the battery clean before
fitting and avoid touching the battery's
flat surfaces. Finger marks on the flat
surfaces of the battery can reduce battery
life.
CAUTION:
press against the spring on the
positive contact. Do not place the
battery on top of the contact and
force it down vertically. Doing so
may damage the contact.
The battery should
WARNING: Key fob batteries contain a
chemical burn hazard and should not
be ingested. The key fob contains a
coin cell battery. If the coin cell
battery is swallowed, it can cause
severe internal burns within two hours
and can lead to death. Keep new and
used batteries away from children. If
the battery compartment does not
close securely, stop using the product
and keep it away from children. If you
think batteries might have been
swallowed or placed inside any part of
the body, seek immediate medical
attention.
Attaching a Lanyard
To attach a lanyard, release the bottom cover
as described above. Place the lanyard over
the pin located between the slots on the
widest side of the key fob. Re-align the cover
and snap into place.
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Managing Keys
To display a list of all keys (phone keys, key
cards, and key fobs) that can access your
Model X, touch Controls > Locks. An icon
displays next to each key to indicate whether
the key is a phone key, key card, or key fob.
Use this list to manage keys that have access
to your
Model X. To add or delete keys, see
Adding and Removing Keys on page 14.
Model X supports up to 19 keys. When you
reach this limit, you must delete a key before
adding a new one.
NOTE: You can use the same key for more
than one
having to deal with multiple keys when you
switch vehicles. If you customize the name of
an authenticated key card or key fob on one
Model X (by touching the pencil icon), any
other
fob is authenticated also displays the
changed name.
Adding and Removing Keys
To add a new key card or key fob:
NOTE: When adding a key fob, ensure it is at
room temperature. Pairing a key fob that is
very cold can be unsuccessful.
Model X. This prevents you from
Model X to which the key card or key
1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls >
Locks then touch + in the Keys section.
Scan your new key card or key fob on the
2.
card reader located on the wireless phone
charger. To scan the key fob:
◦ Place it at the top of the left phone
charger, against the center divider.
Point the front of the key fob to the
◦
left.
◦ Swipe downwards (as shown in the
image).
When you hear a chime and the new key
is recognized, remove it from the card
reader.
3.
Scan a key card or key fob that has
already been paired to the vehicle to
confirm new key pairing.
When complete, the key list includes the
4.
new key. Touch the associated pencil icon
to customize the name of the key.
To add a new phone key, see Phone Key on
page 9.
Removing a key:
When you no longer want a key to access
Model X (for example, you lost your phone or
key card, etc.), follow these steps to remove
it.
On the touchscreen, touch Controls >
1.
Locks.
2. In the key list, find the key that you would
like to delete and touch its associated
trash icon.
When prompted, scan an authenticated
3.
key card or key fob on the card reader to
confirm the deletion. When complete, the
key list no longer includes the deleted key.
NOTE: Model X requires at least one
authenticated key card or key fob at all times.
If only one key card remains on the key list,
you cannot delete it.
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Opening and Closing Front Doors from Outside
Model X doors are electrically powered. When
you approach Model X carrying a key, the
doors automatically unlock. The front doors
open when you press the door handle.
You can also set the driver's door to open
automatically upon your approach. The door
partially opens (between 20° and 45°
depending on obstacles detected by sensors).
Touch Controls > Locks > Automatic Doors. If
this setting is on, you can also open the
driver's door by double-clicking the key fob's
lock/unlock button. A subsequent doubleclick opens the front passenger door.
You can also specify that you want to unlock
only the driver's door when you shift into Park
by touching Controls > Locks > Driver Door
Unlock Mode.
NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on
page 102 for information on opening the
doors in cold weather.
CAUTION: The front doors may not
fully open or close automatically when
parked on a very steep hill. Never rely
on Model X to fully open or close the
doors for you when parked on a steep
hill.
To close doors from the outside, you can:
WARNING:
automated feature to open or close a
front door (rather than doing so
manually), it is important to check that
the area around the door is free of
obstacles (such as people and
objects). You must proactively monitor
the door's movement to ensure that it
does not contact a person or object.
Failure to do so can result in damage
or serious injury.
Before allowing an
Opening Front Doors from Interior
To open a front door while sitting inside, press
the button located at the top of the interior
door handle and push the door open.
Manually push them shut.
•
• Single-click or triple-click the key fob's
lock/unlock button (if the Close All with
Key Fob setting is on, only a single click is
needed to close all doors and trunks—a
triple-click is needed if the setting is o).
Once inside you can close the doors by
touching
NOTE: Powered doors stop moving if an
obstacle is detected.
Controls > Close.
You can also use the touchscreen to open and
close doors when inside Model X. Touch
(Controls > Locks), then choose the door you
want to open or close. In addition, when you
press the brake pedal, the driver's door
automatically closes.
Opening and Closing Falcon Wing Doors
Model X has falcon wing doors that easily
open and close by pressing a button, using a
key fob,
using the mobile app, or touching the
associated icon on the touchscreen. The
falcon wing doors are equipped with several
sensors that detect the presence of people
and objects and, if an object is detected, the
door stops moving. Based on detected
objects, the doors may adjust their outward
and upward movement in an attempt to avoid
contacting the object. For example, if an
object is detected above Model X, the door's
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movement may extend further outward but
lower, whereas if an object is detected beside
the door, the door may extend outward much
less.
WARNING: It is important to keep
your hands clear of the falcon wing
door frames at all times. Proactively
check the door frame area prior to
closing, and monitor the movement of
the door during closing to ensure that
it does not come into contact with a
person or object. Failure to do so can
result in damage or serious injury.
WARNING: Before opening or closing
a falcon wing door, it is important to
check that the area around the door is
free of obstacles (people and objects).
Although the doors have many
sensors, it can not detect all objects at
all times, particularly when moving. At
any given moment, there may be areas
near the door that are not in the
detection zone. Therefore, when
opening or closing a falcon wing door,
you and your passengers must stand
away from the door as it is moving,
while proactively monitoring the
door's movement and being prepared
to take corrective action at any time.
To stop a door from moving, singleclick the falcon wing door button on
the key fob, press the switch on the
door or door pillar, or touch the
button on the touchscreen.
To open a falcon wing door from outside
Model X, press the door handle or press the
falcon wing door button on the key fob (see
Keys on page 9).
To open a falcon wing door from inside Model
X, press the switch located on the door pillar,
or touch the associated door icon on the
touchscreen
NOTE: Falcon wing doors open only when
Model X is stationary.
(Controls > Locks):
NOTE:
If Model X is locked, using the switch
(illustrated above) the first time unlocks the
associated door. Pulling it a second time
opens it.
CAUTION: Remove accumulation of
snow or ice before opening a falcon
wing door. Snow can get inside
Model X and ice can prevent the door
from opening. In situations where
water or snow has accumulated on the
glass on top of the falcon wing door,
Tesla recommends using the
touchscreen or switch on the door
pillar (instead of the external door
handle or key fob) to slowly open the
falcon wing door for the first few
inches (cm). Opening the falcon wing
door slowly for the first few inches
(cm) mitigates the scenario of water,
snow, etc. from entering the vehicle.
To close a falcon wing door, press the button
located on the inside of the door. You can
also use the key fob (see
10), use the switch on the door pillar
(illustrated above), or touch the associated
door icon on the touchscreen
Close).
Key Fob on page
(Controls >
If a falcon wing door or the front trunk is left
open when you attempt to shift out of Park, a
notification requiring you to confirm your
intent to drive appears on the touchscreen.
The falcon wing doors may automatically
close once you begin to accelerate.
In
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addition, your vehicle speed is limited if you
choose to keep the front trunk open while
driving. It is your responsibility to ensure
doors and trunks are properly closed before
driving.
NOTE: To prevent children from opening
falcon wing doors using the interior switch,
turn on child-protection locks using the
touchscreen (Controls > Locks > Child
Locks). See Child Locks on page 19.
NOTE: You can configure Model X to open the
falcon wing doors to a lower height setting by
using the touchscreen (
Falcon Door Height).
NOTE: If a falcon wing door detects an
obstacle while closing, it reverses a few
inches before it stops moving.
WARNING: Whenever a front door is
partially open (approximately 20°) as
you are opening or closing the
associated falcon wing door, you
MUST keep your hands (or any object)
away from the opening edge of the
front door. When a falcon wing door
passes by a partially opened front
door, the distance between the two
doors is very narrow. Objects, such as
hands or fingers, placed in this area,
are not detected by sensors and can
therefore become pinched between
the doors. To avoid bodily injury, it is a
good practice to keep your hands
away from the front door whenever
you are opening or closing a falcon
wing door.
Controls > Locks >
WARNING: When opening or closing a
falcon wing door, it is important to
proactively monitor the movement of
the door to ensure that it does not
come into contact with a person or
object. Failure to do so can cause
serious damage or injury.
Obstacle Detection
A falcon wing door stops moving when one of
its many sensors detects an obstacle, or when
the door senses resistance because it has
made contact with an object. The
touchscreen displays a warning. In these
cases, provided it is appropriate to continue
opening or closing the falcon wing door, you
can override obstacle detection by pressing
and holding the switch located on the door
pillar, or touching and holding the associated
door icon on the touchscreen.
When Model X detects a low ceiling (for
example, in a garage), it opens the falcon
wing doors (and trunk) to a lower height,
even if no obstacle is detected. You can
override this height and open the doors
higher by touching the associated door icon
on the touchscreen (
touchscreen displays a message asking you if
you always want to open the doors to the
higher height at this location, and saves your
choice. The next time you open the falcon
wing doors at this location, Model X opens
them to the height you saved.
WARNING:
wing door's default opening height,
visually inspect the area to ensure
adequate clearance between the door
and the detected object.
WARNING:
products such as wraps, stickers,
rubber coating, etc. on the outside of
the falcon wing doors can aect the
sensors’ ability to detect obstacles
properly.
Controls). The
Before overriding a falcon
Applying adhesive
CAUTION: In rainy weather, leaving a
falcon wing open while opening the
liftgate can result in rain water falling
from the liftgate into the rear seating
area.
Calibration
If the falcon wing doors lose calibration, the
main Controls window on the touchscreen
displays a
calibrate the doors,
doors have plenty of space to open and close
and are clear of passengers, objects, etc.
Touch
then press and hold the Calibrate button until
calibration is complete. During calibration, the
Calibration Required message. To
first ensure that both
Controls > Service > Calibrate Doors,
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lower door opens all the way out (requiring
extra space on the side of Model X), the
upper door moves all the way down, and then
the lower door closes.
Opening Interior Doors with No Power
To open a front door in the unlikely situation
when Model X has no power, pull up the
manual door release located in front of the
window switches.
CAUTION: Manual door releases are
designed to be used only in situations
when Model X has no power. When
the vehicle has power, use the button
located at the top of the interior door
handle.
To open the falcon wing doors, carefully
remove the speaker grille from the door and
pull the mechanical release cable down and
towards the front of the vehicle. After the
latch is released, manually lift up the door.
Front Door Reset
Since your Model X does not have traditional
door handles that you can pull from the
outside, it is equipped with pop actuators
(sometimes referred to as "ice breakers") that
are used to assist in opening the front doors
in cases where resistance is detected, such as
ice buildup in cold weather. The pop actuator
is located just above the front door latch and
extends as necessary to open the front door.
Once the front door opens slightly, the pop
actuator gently retracts back into the door.
If the pop actuator is unable to retract
because it is stuck to or caught on something,
the pop actuator can be extended manually
to extract the object by performing the
following:
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1. Carefully close the door latch using a pen,
screwdriver, or comparable tool (never
use a finger or body part and avoid
damaging the paint); Model X will detect
this as though the door is closed.
Make sure Model X is unlocked, then press
2.
the exterior door handle or pull the
interior door handle to reset the latch and
extend the pop actuator.
As the pop actuator extends out from the
3.
door, quickly extract the object.
WARNING: The pop actuator will
attempt to retract back into the
door almost immediately after the
door handle is pressed or pulled.
The pop actuator retracts gently,
but will not release automatically if
something gets caught.
WARNING: As with all mechanical and
moving parts on the vehicle, never put
body parts in, or near, moving
components. Make sure children are
monitored when opening and closing
doors. Interacting with moving
components, including the pop
actuator, can cause serious damage or
bodily injury.
Interior Locking and Unlocking
While sitting inside Model X, you can lock and
unlock all doors and trunks by touching the
lock icon
in Controls.
The icon changes to indicate
whether doors are locked or
unlocked.
Driver Door Unlock Mode
Enabling Controls > Locks > Driver Door
Unlock Mode only unlocks the driver door
when you first unlock Model X.
Walk-Away Door Lock
Doors and trunks can automatically lock
when you walk away carrying your phone key
or paired key fob. To turn this feature on or
o, touch Controls > Locks > Walk-Away
Door Lock.
When the doors lock, the exterior lights flash
once and the mirrors fold (if Fold Mirrors is
on). To also hear a
Model X locks, touch Controls > Locks > Lock
Confirmation Sound.
Model X does not automatically lock if:
You check the Exclude Home checkbox
•
and Model X is parked at the location you
have designated as Home. For details on
how to designate a location as Home, see
Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on
page 169.
A phone key or paired key fob is detected
•
inside Model X.
A door or trunk is not fully closed.
•
• The phone key's Bluetooth setting is
turned
• Key fob or phone key remains within
range for five minutes after all doors have
been closed.
confirmation sound when
o.
Drive Away Locking
Model X automatically locks all doors
(including the trunks) when your driving
speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).
Child Locks
Model X 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.
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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 X and engage Park,
you can choose to unlock all doors. To turn
this feature on or o, touch Controls > Locks
> Unlock on Park.
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Windows
Opening and Closing
Press down on a switch to lower the
associated window. Window switches operate
at two levels:
• To lower a window fully, press the switch
all the way down and immediately release.
• To lower a window partially, press the
switch gently and release when the
window is where you want it.
Similarly, pull a switch to raise the associated
window:
To raise a window fully, pull the switch all
•
the way up and immediately release.
• To raise a window partially, pull the switch
gently and release when the window is
where you want it.
WARNING:
is the driver’s responsibility to ensure
that all occupants, especially children,
do not have any body parts extended
through the window’s opening. Failure
to do so can cause serious injury.
Before closing a window, it
Locking Rear Windows
To prevent passengers from using the rear
window switches, touch Controls > Locks >
Window Lock. To unlock the rear windows,
touch
Window Lock again.
WARNING: To ensure safety, it is
recommended that you lock the rear
window switches whenever children
are seated in the rear seats.
WARNING: Never leave children
unattended in Model X.
If a window is left open unintentionally,
Model X can send a notification to the mobile
app (touch
Notification, then choose Doors & Windows).
You can also enable Close Windows on Lock
by touching Controls > Locks > Close
Windows on Lock. When enabled, your
vehicle automatically closes the windows
when
NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on
page 102 for information on preparing
windows for cold weather.
Controls > Locks > Car Left Open
Model X locks.
CAUTION:
automatically lower slightly when you
open or close a door. If you manually
raise a window when the door is open,
ensure it is slightly lowered before
closing the door.
To avoid damage, windows
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Rear Trunk
Opening
To open the rear trunk, ensure Model X is in
Park, then do one of the following:
• Touch Controls > Trunk on the
touchscreen.
• Double-click the rear trunk button on the
key fob.
• Touch the rear trunk button on the mobile
app.
• Press the switch located under the
liftgate's exterior handle (a valid key must
be detected).
Model X must be unlocked or detect a key
before you can use the switch to open the
liftgate.
NOTE:
In emergency situations, you can
override an open or close command by
grasping the liftgate to stop it in place.
If Model X detects a low ceiling (for example,
in a garage), it opens the liftgate (and falcon
wing doors) to a lower height, even if no
obstacle is detected. You can override this
height by manually lifting it higher. When
doing so, the touchscreen prompts you to
choose if you always want the trunk to open
to this higher position at this location, and
saves your choice. If you choose to do so, the
next time you open the
location, Model X opens it to the saved
height.
WARNING: Before opening or closing
the liftgate, check the surrounding
area (for people and objects).
Although the liftgate can detect
obstacles, it cannot detect all objects
at all times. Do not rely on the liftgate
to sense an obstruction when opening
or closing. You must proactively
monitor the liftgate to ensure that it
does not come into contact with a
person or object. Failure to do so may
result in damage or injury.
liftgate at this
Closing
To close the liftgate, do one of the following:
• Touch Controls > Trunk.
• Double-click the rear trunk button on the
key fob.
• Press the switch located on the underside
of the liftgate (see Adjusting Liftgate
Opening Height on page 22).
If the liftgate senses an obstruction when
closing, it stops moving and chimes two
times. Remove the obstruction and try closing
The instrument panel informs you when a
door or trunk is open.
To stop a liftgate while it is moving, singleclick the rear trunk button on the key fob.
Then, when you double-click the rear trunk
button, it moves again, but in the opposite
direction (provided it was not almost entirely
open or closed when you stopped it). For
example, if you single-click to stop the
while opening, when you double-click, it
closes.
liftgate
it again.
Adjusting Liftgate Opening Height
You can adjust the opening height of the
liftgate to make it easier to reach or to avoid
low-hanging ceilings or objects (for example,
a garage door or light):
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Rear Trunk
1. Open the trunk, then manually lower or
raise the liftgate to the desired opening
height.
2. Press and hold the button on the
underside of the liftgate for three seconds
until you hear a confirmation chime.
Confirm that you have set it to the desired
3.
height by closing the
reopening it.
liftgate, then
Accessing the Cargo Area
Secure all cargo before moving Model X, and
place heavy cargo in the upper trunk
compartment.
To access the cargo area inside the rear trunk,
push down on the ridged portion of the
handle of the cargo cover and then pull up.
You can then adjust the position of the cargo
cover or completely remove it.
CAUTION:
lbs (100 kg) in the upper
compartment of the rear trunk or
more than 175 lbs (80 kg) in the lower
compartment. Doing so can cause
damage.
Never load more than 220
Distribute cargo weight between the front
and rear trunks.
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Front Trunk
Opening
To open the front trunk, ensure Model X is in
Park, and then do one of the following before
pulling the hood open:
• Touch Controls > Frunk on the
touchscreen.
• Double-click the front trunk button on the
key fob.
• Touch the front trunk button in the mobile
app.
The instrument panel displays when a door,
trunk, or liftgate is open.
WARNING:
the hood, it is important to check that
the area around the hood is free of
obstacles (people and objects). Failure
to do so may result in damage or
serious injury.
The cargo weight should be distributed
between the front and rear trunks.
CAUTION:
110 lbs (50 kg) in the front trunk.
Doing so can cause damage.
Before opening or closing
Never load more than
Closing
2. Place both hands on the front of the hood
in the areas shown (in green), then press
down firmly to engage the latches.
3. Carefully try to lift the front edge of the
hood to ensure that it is fully closed.
If a falcon wing door or the front trunk is left
open when you attempt to shift out of Park, a
notification requiring you to confirm your
intent to drive appears on the touchscreen.
The falcon wing doors may automatically
close once you begin to accelerate. In
addition, your vehicle speed is limited if you
choose to keep the front trunk open while
driving. It is your responsibility to ensure
doors and trunks are properly closed before
driving.
The Model X hood is not heavy enough to
latch under its own weight and applying
pressure on the front edge or center of the
hood can cause damage.
To properly close the hood:
1. Lower the hood until the striker touches
the latches.
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Front Trunk
CAUTION: To prevent damage:
• Apply pressure only to the green
areas shown. Applying pressure to
the red areas can cause damage.
•
Do not close the hood with one
hand. Doing so applies
concentrated force in one area
and can result in a dent or crease.
• Do not apply pressure to the front
edge of the hood. Doing so can
crease the edge.
•
Do not slam or drop the hood.
To avoid scratches, don't have
•
anything in your hands (keys).
Jewelry can also cause scratches.
WARNING: Before driving, you must
ensure that the hood is securely
latched in the fully closed position by
carefully trying to lift the front edge of
the hood upward and confirming there
is no movement.
The front trunk locks when:
You lock Model X using the touchscreen,
•
key or mobile app.
You leave Model X carrying your key (if
•
Walk-Away Door Lock on page 19 is
turned on).
Valet mode is active (see Valet Mode on
•
page 57).
NOTE:
The interior release button glows
following a brief exposure to ambient light.
WARNING: People should never climb
inside the front trunk. Never shut the
front trunk when a person is inside.
WARNING: Care should be taken to
ensure that objects inside the front
trunk do not bump against the release
button, causing the hood to
accidentally open.
Opening Hood with No Power
In the unlikely event that Model X has no low
voltage power, you will be unable to open the
front trunk using the touchscreen, key fob, or
mobile app. To open the front trunk in this
situation:
NOTE: The following steps do not open the
front trunk if
voltage power.
Locate an external low voltage power
1.
supply (such as a portable jump starter).
To remove the tow eye cover, insert a
2.
small, flat screwdriver into the top and
bottom slots, release the snaps and pull
the cover towards you.
Model X is locked and has low
Interior Emergency Release
An illuminated interior release button inside
the front trunk allows a person locked inside
to get out.
Press the interior release button to open the
front trunk, then push up on the hood.
Pull the two wires out of the tow eye
3.
opening to expose both terminals.
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4. Connect the low voltage power supply's
red positive (+) cable to the red positive
(+) terminal.
5. Connect the low voltage power supply's
black negative (-) cable to the black
negative (-) terminal.
NOTE: Applying external low voltage
power to these terminals only releases the
hood latches. You cannot charge the low
voltage battery using these terminals.
Turn on the external power supply (refer
6.
to the manufacturer’s instructions). The
hood latches are immediately released
and you can now open the hood to access
the front trunk area.
Disconnect both cables, beginning with
7.
the black negative (-) cable.
If pulling the vehicle onto a flatbed truck,
8.
do not replace the tow eye cover yet. If
necessary, install the tow eye cover by
inserting the wires into the tow eye
opening and aligning the tow eye cover
into position and snapping it into place.
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Interior Storage and Electronics
Center Console
In addition to housing an RFID transmitter
that reads key fobs and key cards (see Keys
on page 9), the center console includes cup
holders, two storage compartments, wireless
phone chargers, and a rear touchscreen.
To open the main storage compartment, pull
its cover upward. Open the front storage
compartment by sliding its cover forward.
has two cupholders that slide out
Model X
under the rear touchscreen.
Glovebox
To open the glovebox, touch Controls >
Glovebox. The glovebox automatically opens
and the light turns on.
NOTE:
If you leave the glovebox open, its
light eventually turns o.
NOTE: The glovebox locks whenever closed
and you lock Model X using the mobile app,
key card, you leave Model X carrying your
phone key (if Walk-Away Door Lock is turned
on), or if Valet mode is active (see Valet Mode
on page 57). It does not lock when Model X
is locked by touching the lock icon on the
touchscreen.
WARNING: When driving, keep the
glovebox closed to prevent injury to a
passenger if a collision or sudden stop
occurs.
USB Ports
Model X has five USB ports:
Two USB ports are located in the front
•
compartment of the center console.
These can be used to charge USB devices
and to play audio
USB device (see Playing Media from
Devices on page 175).
Two USB ports are located below the rear
•
touchscreen that can be used to charge
USB devices.
One USB port is located inside the
•
glovebox. This port is equipped with a
USB flash drive. The secure location of
this USB port makes it ideal for saving
Sentry Mode and Dashcam video footage.
To access the front USB ports, open the front
compartment of the center console. The front
USB ports are located on the rear wall of the
compartment:
files from a phone or
To close the glovebox, push it upward until it
latches into the closed position.
For additional glovebox security, touch
Controls > Safety > Glovebox PIN to set a 4digit PIN (see
Glovebox PIN on page 187).
Rear USB ports are located below the rear
touchscreen:
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Glovebox USB port:
USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos
NOTE: For saving Sentry Mode and Dashcam
footage, Tesla recommends using the USB
port located in the glovebox. Doing so
increases security and minimizes power
consumption.
One or more features on your Model X
requires the use of a flash drive (for example,
Dashcam
requirements:
, Sentry Mode that meets these
Minimum storage capacity of 64 GB. Use
•
a
flash drive with as much available
storage as possible. Video footage can
occupy a large amount of space.
A sustained write speed of at least 4
•
MB/s. Note that sustained write speed
diers from peak write speed.
USB 2.0 compatible. If using a USB 3.0
•
flash drive, it must support USB 2.0.
Properly formatted (described below).
•
NOTE: Power is available whenever the
vehicle is considered "awake". The vehicle
may be awake for many reasons. For example,
when using features such as Summon, or
when features such as Preconditioning, Keep
Climate On, Dog Mode, Camp Mode, or Sentry
Mode are enabled. The vehicle is also awake
whenever the
charged or is in use, during high voltage
charging, when the vehicle is communicating
with the mobile app, etc. Leaving an
accessory plugged in does not deplete the
low voltage battery.
NOTE: Use USB 3.0 compliant cables to
connect a device to a USB port. Using noncompliant cables can result in slower
charging, potential connection problems or
degraded performance.
NOTE: Do not connect multiple devices using
a USB hub. This can prevent connected
devices from charging or from being
recognized by Media Player, Sentry Mode,
Dashcam, etc.
low voltage battery is being
NOTE: In some market regions you can
purchase recommended USB drives on
http://www.tesla.com.
Formatting a USB Flash Drive
To save and retrieve video footage, Model X
requires a USB flash drive formatted as exFAT,
MS-DOS FAT (for Mac), ext3, or ext4 (NTFS is
currently not supported). For use with
Dashcam
must contain a base-level folder called
TeslaCam.
Model X can format a USB flash drive for you.
Insert the
and touch Controls > Safety > Format USB
Drive. Doing so automatically formats the
drive as exFAT and creates a folder for
TeslaCam. The USB flash drive is now ready to
record and save video footage.
Drive is available only when a USB flash drive
(with one or fewer partitions) is inserted into
a front USB port. Choosing
erases any existing content on the flash drive
—before using this feature, you must move
any content you want to keep to a
device.
and Sentry Mode, the flash drive
flash drive into a front USB port,
Format USB
Format USB Drive
dierent
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If Model X is unable to format the flash drive,
you must format it using a computer.
Remember to manually create the TeslaCam
folder (if equipped).
You can also format the USB flash drive with
a computer to use a single flash drive for
Dashcam, Sentry Mode, Track Mode (if
equipped), and audio files. Create separate
partitions on the drive formatted as exFAT;
for example, one for Dashcam and Sentry
Mode (you must create the TeslaCam folder),
one for Track Mode (create the
TeslaTrackMode folder), and an audio
partition.
Once the USB flash drive is formatted and
contains the necessary folder(s), insert it into
a front (or glovebox, if equipped) USB port.
Do not use a rear USB port— these are used
only to charge USB devices. Once inserted, it
can take up to 15 seconds for
recognize the flash drive. When recognized,
icons for Dashcam and Sentry Mode are
available when you touch Controls and your
vehicle is ready to record videos. You may
need to first enable Sentry Mode (if
equipped) by touching Controls > Sentry.
Model X to
Viewing Video Recordings
You can view recorded footage on the
touchscreen when
the Dashcam icon located in the app launcher
or the Dashcam icon on the Controls screen.
Touch the menu icon in the top corner of the
screen. The tabs display a list of all video
clips, organized by location and timestamp.
Pause, rewind, fast forward, and delete video
recordings as needed. You can also navigate
to
Controls > Safety > Delete Dashcam Clips
to delete all dashcam and Sentry Mode
footage, including recent and saved clips.
NOTE: Dashcam recording pauses when you
launch the Viewer.
You can also view video footage by removing
and inserting the USB flash drive into a
computer and navigating to the TeslaCam
equipped) folder.
The TeslaCam folder contains three subfolders:
Model X is in Park. Touch
(if
• Recent Clips
continuously saves footage to Recent
Clips in 60-minute cycles. Footage is
overwritten every hour unless you
manually save it. Four videos are recorded
for each clip, one from each camera
(front, rear, left, and right).
•
Saved Clips: Contains all recordings that
are saved using Dashcam.
• Sentry Clips: Contains the last 10 minutes
of footage from all Sentry Mode events
that triggered an Alert or Alarm state. If
storage space on the USB flash drive
becomes limited, the oldest Sentry Clips
are deleted to provide space for new
ones. Once deleted, you cannot retrieve
them.
When the USB flash drive runs out of storage
space, video footage can no longer be saved.
To prevent the flash drive from getting full,
regularly move saved videos to another
device and delete them from the
: When recording, Dashcam
flash drive.
Wireless Phone Chargers
Wireless phone chargers are integrated into
both the front and rear consoles, each
providing up to 15W of power to charge Qienabled phones. Simply place your phone on
the charger. Your device may feel warm while
charging, but this is a normal
inductive charging.
When placed on the wireless charger, your
phone charges whenever the vehicle is
powered on (the touchscreen is on and you
are in the vehicle). Your phone does not
charge when you leave the vehicle
feature, such as Sentry mode is enabled.
eect of
unless a
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Interior Storage and Electronics
NOTE: The phone must be in direct contact
with the wireless charger. Do not place
objects between the phone and the charger
(for example, credit cards, key cards, coins,
keys, metal objects, etc.).
NOTE: The wireless phone charger may not
work if your phone case is too large or is
made of metal. Try removing the phone from
its case before placing it on the charger.
NOTE: The wireless phone charger does not
charge if the vehicle's high voltage Battery is
discharged.
Low Voltage Power Socket
Your Model X has a power socket located in
the center console's rear compartment. To
access the
compartment of the center console.
low voltage socket, open the front
WARNING:
interference with the vehicle’s
electronics, Tesla recommends that
you do not plug any non-Tesla
accessories, including power inverters,
into the low voltage power socket.
However, if you do use a non-Tesla
accessory and notice any malfunctions
or unexpected behavior, such as
indicator lights, alert messages, or
excessive heat from the accessory,
unplug the accessory from the low
voltage power socket immediately.
NOTE:
A power inverter plugged into the low
voltage power socket must support 16V DC
input to function.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to jump
start Model X using the low voltage
power socket. Doing so can result in
damage.
To prevent excessive
Coat Hangers
Your Model X has a coat hanger on each side
of the vehicle above the rear window in the
second row, next to the reading light. Push
the coat hanger to release it. Push it again to
retract it.
The power socket is suitable for accessories
requiring up to 12A continuous draw (16A
peak).
NOTE: Power is available whenever the
vehicle is considered "awake". The vehicle
may be awake for many reasons. For example,
when using features such as Summon, or
when features such as Preconditioning, Cabin
Overheat Protection, Keep Climate On, Dog
Mode, Camp Mode, Sentry Mode, etc. are
enabled. The vehicle is also awake whenever
the
low voltage battery is being charged or is
in use, during high voltage charging, when the
vehicle is communicating with the mobile
app, etc. Leaving an accessory plugged in
does not deplete the
WARNING:
accessory’s connector can become
hot.
low voltage battery.
The power socket and an
Active Road Noise Reduction
Model X is equipped with Active Road Noise
Reduction which reduces low-frequency road
noise while driving on rough surfaces. To
accomplish this, the vehicle uses the seat
microphones to measure noise in the cabin,
then generates anti-noise through the
speakers to intelligently create quiet zones
around
the front occupants depending on
vehicle and environmental factors.
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To turn Active Road Noise Reduction on or
o, open the Media Player and touch Audio
Settings icon > Options > Active Road Noise
Reduction (the audio settings icon shows an
equalizer with three vertical lines). This may
require several minutes of driving time to
calibrate before enabling.
NOTE: To ensure active noise reduction
operates eectively, avoid covering the
microphones (with seat covers, etc.). Active
Road Noise Reduction may disable if a
window is rolled down, door is open, or the
fan is turned up.
also disables if there is a rear passenger in the
vehicle.
CAUTION:
these microphones when cleaning, do
not over-saturate the area of the seats
where the microphones are located.
Active Road Noise Reduction
To prevent damage to
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Sun Visors
The sun visors in Model X are held in place by
magnets. To protect occupants from sunlight
coming through the windshield, release the
sun visor from the pillar and pivot it toward
the rear view mirror until the magnet snaps
into place. While held in place by the magnet,
you can adjust the sun visor and lower the
extender to provide maximum shade.
To expose the vanity mirror, lower the visor
extender then lower the mirror cover. While
the cover is lowered, the mirror is exposed
and lights are illuminated.
To protect front seat occupants from sunlight
coming through the side window, lower the
sun visor from the pillar then lower the visor
extender.
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Front and Rear Seats
Correct Driving Position
The seat, head support, 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:
Sit upright with both feet on the floor and
1.
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 when
holding the
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
supports that cannot be adjusted or removed.
steering yoke. Your chest
Adjusting Front Seats
Move seat forward/backward and adjust
1.
the seat’s height and tilt angle up/down.
Adjust backrest.
2.
3. Adjust lumbar support.
WARNING:
seat, check that the area around the
seat is free of obstacles (people and
objects).
WARNING:
driving. Doing so increases the risk of
a collision.
Before adjusting a front
Do not adjust seats while
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Front and Rear Seats
WARNING: Riding in a moving vehicle
with the seat back reclined can result
in serious injuries in a collision, as you
could slide under the lap belt or be
propelled into the seat belt. Ensure
your seat back is reclined no more
than 30 degrees when the vehicle is
moving.
Adjusting Second Row Seats (Bench)
Second row bench seats can accommodate
up to three passengers. Use the mechanical
adjustment lever located at the side of each
outboard seating position to adjust the seat
backs. A bench seat is split 60/40 so the
adjustment lever on the left side moves the
seat backs for both the left and center seats,
whereas the lever on the right side moves the
rightmost seat back only. While pulling and
holding the lever, move the seat back to the
desired position, and then release the lever.
When returning a seat back to its upright
position, try moving it forward or back to
ensure it is securely latched into position.
Folding Second Row Seats (Bench)
The second row seat backs on bench seats
can be folded fully forward so they lay flat
and maximize cargo space. Pull up the
mechanical lever located on the side of each
outboard seat (the same lever you use to
recline the seats, as described previously),
then push the seat back fully forward. The
bench seats have a 60/40 split—therefore,
the adjustment lever on the left side folds the
seat backs for both the left and center seats,
whereas the lever on the right folds the
rightmost seat back only.
NOTE: Before folding seats fully forward,
remove any items from the seats and the rear
footwell. To allow the seat backs to fold
completely
front seats forward.
flat, you may need to move the
Moving Second Row Seats (Bench)
NOTE: Only bench seats in seven-seat
WARNING: Riding in a moving vehicle
with the seat back reclined can result
in serious injuries in a collision, as you
could slide under the lap belt or be
propelled into the seat belt. Ensure
the backs of occupied seats are
reclined no more than 30 degrees
when the vehicle is moving.
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vehicles can be moved forward and rearward.
The bench seats in
stationary.
Use the mechanical lever located beneath
each outboard seating position to move the
second row seats forward or rearward. The
bench seats have a 60/40 split—therefore,
the lever on the left side moves the seat for
the left and center seats, whereas the lever on
the right side moves only the rightmost seat.
Pull and hold the lever while moving the seat
forward or rearward. Release the lever when
the seat is at the desired location. Ensure the
lever is locked in place before driving.
five-seat vehicles are
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Front and Rear Seats
NOTE: You can adjust the position of bench
seats using the mechanical levers only. You
cannot use the touchscreen to adjust bench
seats.
Adjusting Second Row Seats (Monopost)
A Model X equipped with monopost seats can
accommodate two passengers in the second
row. To adjust the position of these seats, use
the manual adjustments.
WARNING:
seat is locked in position. You may
need to pull the seat forward or
backward until it clicks into place.
Before driving, ensure the
Accessing Third Row Seats (if equipped)
Bench Seats
If your vehicle is equipped with bench seats, a
button is located on the backrest of each
second row outboard bench seat. This third
row ingress button makes it easy for
passengers to enter and exit the third row
seating positions. Press and release the
button on the left outboard seat to tilt and
move the combined left and center seats
forward. Press and release the button on the
right outboard seat to tilt and move the right
seat forward.
Use the button near the top of the seat to
move the seat back forward/backward.
Use the L-shaped button at the bottom of the
seat to move the seat forward/backward (up/
down on the control) and adjust the backrest
by tilting the top of the L-shaped button
forward/backward.
NOTE: The backrest locks into position when
you release the lever. If a backrest is not
locked into position when a drive mode is
engaged, the instrument panel displays an
alert for the unlocked backrest. Adjust the
backrest again, ensuring it locks into position.
WARNING: For vehicles with third row
seats, do not use the third row ingress
button located on the backrest of a
second row outboard bench seat
when a child is seated in the second
row. Using the button allows the
combined left and center seats to be
moved forward and can squeeze the
occupant. Use this button only when
the second row seats are unoccupied.
Before driving, ensure the seat and the
seat back are securely latched into
position.
In some situations, such as when you are
parked on an incline or when the seat's trim
aects the movement of the bench seats
after you press the button, the bench seats
might not move forward completely, and you
may need to push the seats forward gently
until they reach the end of the track.
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Front and Rear Seats
WARNING: After you use the third row
ingress button to access the third row
seats, push the bench seats back to
their seating position, ensuring the
seats are securely latched into
position by trying to move them
forward and rearward. The seat must
be fully latched into position before
driving. Push or pull the seat until you
hear the seat "click" into place. Failure
to do so increases the risk of injury.
Monopost Seats
If your vehicle is equipped with monopost
seats, a third row ingress button is located on
the backrest of each outboard monopost seat
in the second row. This button makes it easy
for passengers to enter and exit the third row
seating positions. Touch
Third Row Easy Entry and choose how you
want this button to work:
ON - Allows you to tilt and move the
•
associated outboard seat fully forward,
and the center seat partially forward, with
a
single-press of the button.
OFF - When o, which is recommended if
•
a child seat is installed in the second row,
you must hold the button to move the
second row seats.
Controls > Safety >
WARNING:
ingress button located on the backrest
of a second row outboard seat when a
child or occupant is seated in the
second row. Use this button ONLY
when second row seats are
unoccupied. Using the button tilts and
moves the seats forward and can
squeeze an occupant. Do not rely on
Model X to recognize or
accommodate seated occupants while
using this button.
Guidelines for using the third row ingress
button:
If a front seat is positioned such that the
•
second row seat will collide with it during
an easy entry operation, it automatically
moves forward enough to accommodate
the forward position of the second row
monopost seat.
When an outboard seat tilts forward after
•
pressing the button, its backrest resets to
the forward position and may need to be
re-adjusted for comfort.
Forward movement of the second row
•
monopost seats cancels if an occupant
adjusts a second row seat while it is
moving.
WARNING: Always ensure that the
seat is locked in position before
traveling. Failure to do so increases
the risk of injury.
Do not use the third row
Folding Third Row Seats (if equipped)
To fold a third row seat, press the button
located in the top outside corner of the seat.
The button has two detents.
After using the button to access third row
seats, simply press the button again to return
the second row seats to their normal position.
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Front and Rear Seats
Fold head restraint forward.
1.
Fold seat back forward.
2.
NOTE: Before folding third row seat backs,
remove any items from the seats and the
footwell. To allow the seat backs to fold
completely
second row seats forward.
NOTE: Driving with the third row seat backs
folded forward may result in increased
perceivable noise and/or vibration coming
from the rear of the vehicle (trunk,
suspension, etc.).
NOTE: To raise the seats, hold the button on
the top outside corner of the seat, then pull
the seat back upward until it latches into the
upright position. Try pulling the seat back
forward to
position.
flat, you may need to move the
confirm that it is locked in
WARNING:
and seat backs are locked in their
upright position before travel. Failure
to do so increases the risk of injury.
Always ensure the seats
WARNING:
from prolonged use, individuals who
have peripheral neuropathy, or whose
capacity to feel pain is limited because
of diabetes, age, neurological injury, or
some other condition, should exercise
caution when using the climate control
system and seat heaters.
To avoid burns resulting
Seat Covers
WARNING: Do not use seat covers in
Model X. Doing so could restrict
deployment of the seat-mounted side
air bags if a collision occurs. Seat
covers can also interfere with the
occupant detection system that is
used to determine the status of the
passenger front airbag.
Seat Heaters
All seats contain heating pads. In addition,
both front seats are ventilated.
control seat heaters in all seating positions
using the climate controls on the touchscreen.
You can
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Seat Belts
Wearing Seat Belts
Using seat belts and child safety seats is the
most eective way to protect occupants if a
collision occurs. Therefore, wearing a seat belt
is required by law in most jurisdictions.
Both the driver and passenger seats are
equipped with three-point inertia reel seat
belts. Inertia reel belts are automatically
tensioned to allow occupants to move
comfortably during normal driving conditions.
To securely hold child safety seats, all
passenger seating positions are equipped
with an automatic locking retractor (ALR)
feature that, by fully extracting the seat belt
(beyond the length needed for a typical adult
occupant), locks the belt into place until the
seat belt is unbuckled.
The seat belt reel automatically locks to
prevent movement of occupants if
experiences a force associated with hard
acceleration, braking, cornering, or an impact
in a collision.
Model X
Seat Belt Reminders
The seat belt reminder on
the instrument panel alerts
you if a seat belt for an
occupied driver or
passenger seat is unbuckled.
If the belt remains
unbuckled, the reminder
flashes and an intermittent
chime sounds. If all
occupants are buckled up
and the reminder stays on,
re-buckle seat belts to
ensure they are correctly
latched. Also remove any
heavy objects (such as a
briefcase) from an
unoccupied seat. If the
reminder light continues to
stay on, contact Tesla.
You can temporarily mute a seat belt
reminder associated with a rear seating
position. This is useful when you are carrying
an object in a rear seat that triggers the seat
belt reminder alert. To mute the reminder,
touch the associated seat on the seat belt
reminder popup message that displays on the
touchscreen when a seat belt reminder is
active. When a reminder is muted, the seat
belt reminder icon is replaced by a seat icon.
Touch the seat again to unmute the reminder.
The reminder is disabled for the current drive
only.
WARNING: Seat belts must be worn
by passengers in all seating positions.
Do not disable a seat belt reminder
when the seating position is occupied
by a passenger.
To Fasten a Belt
1.
Ensure correct positioning of the seat
(see Correct Driving Position on page 33).
Draw the belt out smoothly, ensuring the
2.
belt lays flat across the pelvis, chest and
mid-point of your collar bone, between
the neck and shoulder.
Insert the latch plate into the buckle and
3.
press together until you hear a click
indicating it is locked in place.
Pull the belt to check that it is securely
4.
fastened.
5. Pull the diagonal part of the belt toward
the reel to remove excess slack.
To Adjust the Shoulder Anchor Height
Model X is equipped with an adjustable
shoulder anchor for each front seat to ensure
that the seat belt is positioned correctly. The
seat belt should lay
of your collar bone while in the correct
driving position (see Correct Driving Position
on page 33). Adjust the height of the
shoulder anchor if the seat belt is not
positioned correctly:
1. Press and hold the button on the shoulder
anchor to release the locking mechanism.
flat across the mid-point
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2. While holding the button, move the
shoulder anchor up or down as necessary
so that the seat belt is positioned
correctly.
Release the button on the shoulder
3.
anchor so that it locks into position.
Without pressing the button, pull on the
4.
seat belt webbing and attempt to move
the shoulder anchor downwards to check
that it is locked into position.
WARNING: Ensure that the seat belt is
positioned correctly and that the
shoulder anchor is locked into position
before driving. Riding in a moving
vehicle with the seat belt positioned
incorrectly or with the shoulder
anchor not locked into position can
reduce the eectiveness of the seat
belt in a collision.
To Release a Belt
Hold the belt near the buckle to prevent the
belt from retracting too quickly, then press
the button on the buckle. The belt retracts
automatically. Ensure there is no obstruction
that prevents the belt from fully retracting.
The belt should not hang loose. If a seat belt
does not fully retract, contact Tesla.
Seat Belts
WARNING:
between you and the seat belt to
cushion the impact in the event of a
collision.
Seat Belt Pre-tensioners
The front seat belts are equipped with
pre‑tensioners that work in conjunction with
the airbags in a severe frontal collision. The
pre‑tensioners automatically retract both the
seat belt anchor and the seat belt webbing,
reducing slack in both the lap and diagonal
portions of the belts, resulting in reduced
forward movement of the occupant.
The second row outboard seats are equipped
with shoulder pre-tensioners to retract the
seat belt webbing to reduce forward
movement of the occupant.
Never place anything
Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant
Do not put the lap or shoulder sections of the
seat belt over the abdominal area. Wear the
lap section of the belt as low as possible
across the hips, not the waist. Position the
shoulder portion of the belt between the
breasts and to the side of the abdomen.
Consult your doctor for
specific guidance.
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Seat Belts
If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not
activate in an impact, this does not mean they
malfunctioned. It usually means that the
strength or type of force needed to activate
them was not present.
WARNING: Once the seat belt pretensioners have been activated, they
must be replaced. After any collision,
have the airbags, seat belt pretensioners and any associated
components checked and, if
necessary, replaced.
Testing Seat Belts
To confirm that seat belts are operating
correctly, perform these three simple checks
on each seat belt.
1. With the seat belt fastened, give the
webbing nearest the buckle a quick pull.
The buckle should remain securely locked.
2. With the belt unfastened, unreel the
webbing to its limit. Check that unreeling
is free from snags, and visually check the
webbing for wear. Allow the webbing to
retract, checking that retraction is smooth
and complete.
With the webbing half unreeled, hold the
3.
tongue plate and pull forward quickly. The
mechanism should lock automatically and
prevent further unreeling.
If a seat belt fails any of these tests, contact
Tesla immediately.
For information about cleaning seat belts, see
Seat Belts on page 224.
Seat Belt Warnings
WARNING: Seat belts should be worn
by all occupants at all times, even if
driving for a very short distance.
Failure to do so increases the risk of
injury or death if a collision occurs.
WARNING: Secure small children in a
suitable child safety seat as described
in the Child Safety Seat topic. Always
follow the child safety seat
manufacturer's instructions when
installing.
WARNING: Ensure that all seat belts
are worn correctly. An improperly
worn seat belt increases the risk of
injury or death if a collision occurs.
WARNING: Do not wear seat belts
over hard, fragile or sharp items in
clothing, such as pens, keys,
eyeglasses, etc. The pressure from the
seat belt on such items can cause
injury.
WARNING: Seat belts should not be
worn with any part of the strap
twisted.
WARNING: Each seat belt assembly
must be used by one occupant only. It
is dangerous to put a seat belt around
a child being carried on an occupant’s
lap.
WARNING: Seat belts that have been
worn in a collision must be inspected
or replaced by Tesla, even if damage
to the assembly is not obvious.
WARNING: Seat belts that show signs
of wear (such as fraying), or have
been cut or damaged in any way, must
be replaced by Tesla.
WARNING: Avoid contaminating a
seat belt’s components with any
chemicals, liquids, grit, dirt or cleaning
products. If a seat belt fails to retract
or latch into the buckle, it must be
replaced immediately. Contact Tesla.
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WARNING: Do not make modifications
or additions that can prevent a seat
belt mechanism from taking up slack,
or that can prevent a seat belt from
being adjusted to remove slack. A
slack belt greatly reduces occupant
protection.
WARNING: Do not make modifications
that can interfere with the operation
of a seat belt, or that can cause a seat
belt to become inoperable.
WARNING: Do not use after market
comfort and convenience products
that attach to the seat belts.
WARNING: When seat belts are not in
use, they should be fully retracted and
not hanging loose. If a seat belt does
not fully retract, contact Tesla.
WARNING: The seat belt system has
no user serviceable parts and may
contain pyrotechnics. Do not
disassemble, remove, or replace
components.
Seat Belts
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Child Safety Seats
Guidelines for Seating Children
Your Model X seat belts are designed for adults and larger children. You must restrain infants
and small children in rear seats only, and you must use a suitable child safety seat appropriate
for the child’s age, weight, and size.
Never use child safety seats in the front passenger seat.
WARNING: Never seat a child in the front passenger seat, even if using a child safety
seat.
WARNING: Never seat a child on a seat with an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it. DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY to the child can occur.
WARNING: For vehicles with third row seats, when a child is seated in a second row
monopost seat, the setting for the button that moves a second row outboard seat
forward for easy access into the third row should be OFF (touch Controls > Safety >
Third Row Easy Entry). This ensures that you need to manually hold the button to move
the seat, preventing a child seated in the second row from being pushed against the
corresponding front seat. See Adjusting Second Row Seats (Monopost) on page 35.
Refer to the following label located on the sun visors.
NOTE: The image(s) shown below are representative only and may not be identical to the labels
in your vehicle.
Model X has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the passenger front
airbag (see
Airbags on page 50).
The Passenger Airbag
passenger front airbag is OFF. When the passenger front airbag is OFF, it
does not inflate when a collision occurs. This indicator does not display
when the seat is unoccupied.
To protect an adult occupying the front passenger seat, always doublecheck the passenger front airbag to confirm that it is ON.
WARNING:
Failure to do so increases the risk of injury. Pay attention to all warnings displayed on the
touchscreen.
WARNING:
is seated in a second row seat. Doing so can cause the driver's seat to push against the
child, especially when a child is seated in a forward-facing child seat or booster seat. Do
not rely on Model X to recognize or accommodate a child seated in the second row seats
while using this setting (see Driver Profiles on page 56).
Always ensure that all Model X seats are locked in position before traveling.
Do not associate the Easy Entry setting with the driver's profile when a child
O indicator displays on the touchscreen when the
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Child Safety Seats
Choosing a Child Safety Seat
All children age 12 and under should ride in the second and third row seats. Always use a child
safety seat suitable for a young child’s age and weight. The following table is based on child
safety seat recommendations determined by the National Highway Trac Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in the United States (for more information, go to www.nhtsa.gov/equipment/car-
seats-and-booster-seats).
Infants Toddlers Young children
Age Birth to 1 year* Over 1 year* 4 years and older,
Weight Up to at least 20 lbs (9
Type of child safety seat Rear-facing (or
Seat position Rear-facing only* Forward-facing* Forward-facing
Recommended
attachment method
kg)**
convertible)
If combined weight of
child and safety seat is up
to 65 lbs (29.5 kg), attach
using either LATCH**
(lower anchor only) or the
seat belt only.*** If
combined weight of child
and safety seat is over
lbs (29.5 kg), attach using
the seat belt only.***
Over 20 lbs (9 kg)
(minimum) and up to 40 lbs
(18 kg)*
Forward-facing (or
convertible)*
If combined weight of child
and safety seat is up to 65
lbs (29.5 kg), attach using
either LATCH** (both lower
anchors and top tether
anchor), or the seat belt and
upper tether strap.*** If
combined weight of child
65
and safety seat is over
lbs (29.5 kg), attach using
the seat belt and upper
tether strap.***
and less than 57 in.
(145 cm) tall
Over 40 lbs (18 kg)
Seat belt retained
booster seat
Attach booster seats
using the seat belt
only.
65
* Many child safety seats currently available allow children to ride rear-facing using the child safety seat’s
integrated 5-point harness for a longer period of time BASED UPON SPECIFIC HEIGHT AND WEIGHT LIMITS.
Keep your child in a rear-facing seat for as long as possible. CHECK THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
** LATCH ("Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children") and ISOFIX are international standards for attachment
points for child safety seats in passenger cars that enable compliant child safety seats to be quickly and
safely secured. The system has other regional names including LUAS ("Lower Universal Anchorage System")
or Canfix in Canada. It has also been called the "Universal Child Safety Seat System" or UCSSS.
*** Subject to instructions provided by the child safety seat manufacturer.
WARNING: Laws that govern how and where children should be carried when traveling
in a vehicle are subject to change. It is the driver’s responsibility to keep up to date on,
and comply with, all current regulations in the region(s) where Model X is driven. To
check the child passenger safety laws for states in the U.S., go to: http://www.ghsa.org/
html/stateinfo/laws/childsafety_laws.html.
WARNING: Do not use LATCH anchors with child safety seats or booster seats that have
an integral safety belt where the combined weight of the child plus the child safety seat
exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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Child Safety Seats
Seating Larger Children
If a child is too large to fit into a child safety
seat, but too small to safely fit into the
standard seat belts, use a booster seat
appropriate for the child’s age and size.
Carefully follow the manufacturer’s
instructions to secure the booster seat.
Installing Child Safety Seats
There are two general methods used to install
child safety seats:
Seat belt retained - these seats are
•
secured using the vehicle’s seat belts.
LATCH retained - these seats attach to
•
anchor bars built into the vehicle’s second
row outboard seats.
Check the child safety seat manufacturer’s
instructions and the table in this manual to
determine which installation method to use.
Some child safety seats can be installed using
either method. Always follow the child safety
seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats
First, make sure that the child safety seat is
appropriate for the weight, height, and age of
the child.
Avoid dressing the child in bulky clothing and
do not place any objects between the child
and the restraint system.
Adjust harnesses for every child, every trip.
To securely hold child safety seats, all
passenger seating positions are equipped
with an automatic locking retractor (ALR)
feature that, by fully extracting the seat belt
(beyond the length needed for a typical adult
occupant), locks the belt into place until the
seat belt is unbuckled and the webbing is
fully retracted. The ALR mechanism operates
as a ratchet, winding in slack and preventing
the seat belt from extending any further until
it has been completely rewound. When
installing a child safety seat with integrated
restraints, engage the belt's automatic
locking retractor by pulling the seat belt
webbing until it is
system engages only when the seat belt is at
its maximum extension point.
fully extended. The ALR
The automatic locking retractor (ALR) feature
is not used for booster seats in which a large
child is restrained by the vehicle's seat belts
directly, and therefore not using a child safety
seat's integrated restraints.
NOTE: An automatic locking retractor
disengages only when the seat belt is
unbuckled and fully retracted. The belt can
then be worn as a normal belt, sliding freely in
and out and locking tight only in an
emergency. Once disengaged, the belt must
be fully extended to re-engage the locking
mechanism whenever you install a child
safety seat.
Always follow the detailed instructions
provided by the child safety seat
manufacturer. General guidelines are provided
below.
Place the child safety seat in Model X, and
1.
fully extend the seat belt. Route and
buckle the seat belt in accordance with
the child safety seat manufacturer’s
instructions.
Allow the seat belt to retract, and remove
2.
all slack in the seat belt while
pushing the child safety seat into the
Model X seat.
3. If the seat belt retained child safety seat
has an upper tether, attach it to the back
of the seat (see
Straps on page 47).
Attaching Upper Tether
firmly
Installing LATCH (ISOFIX) Child Seats
Lower LATCH anchors are provided in the
second row outboard seats. The anchors are
located between the seat's back rest and rear
cushion. The exact location of each anchor is
identified by a child safety seat identification
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Child Safety Seats
button, illustrated below. The button is
located on the seat back, directly above its
associated anchor.
Bench Seats
Monopost Seats
In the second row, install LATCH child safety
seats in the outboard seating positions only.
Use only a seat belt retained seat in the
center position.
NOTE: If Model X is equipped with two seats
in the second row, both seats support the use
of
LATCH child safety seats.
NOTE: Second row outboard seats support
the use of upper tether straps (see Attaching
Upper Tether Straps on page 47).
WARNING:
installing a child seat in the second
row, ensure that a "seat unlocked"
warning does NOT display on the
touchscreen or instrument panel. This
warning indicates that the seat is
unsafe for an occupant because it was
not returned to its safe, locked
position. If the touchscreen or
instrument panel displays the warning
message, move the seat or backrest
slightly forward or backward until it
locks firmly into position and the
message no longer displays.
Bench Seats
NOTE: To accommodate large rear-facing
LATCH child safety seats, you may need to
move the seat in the full rearward position,
and move the corresponding front seat
forward to the mid-track position (up to 13
cm forward of the rearmost position), raise
the seat upward (3 cm from its lowest
position), and angle the seat back to 15
degrees (or 10 degrees rearward from its
forward-most position).
WARNING:
Entry setting with the driver's profile
when a child is seated in the second
row. Doing so can cause the driver's
seat to push against the child,
especially when a child is seated in a
forward-facing child seat or booster
seat. Do not rely on Model X to
recognize or accommodate a child
seated in the second row while using
this setting (see Driver Profiles on
page 56).
Monopost Seats
Before driving after
Do not associate the Easy
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Child Safety Seats
NOTE: To accommodate large rear-facing
LATCH child safety seats, you may need to
move the seat in the full rearward position,
and move the corresponding front seat
forward to the mid-track position (up to 13
cm forward of the rearmost position), raise
the seat upward (3 cm from its lowest
position), and angle the seat back to 15
degrees (or 10 degrees rearward from its
forward-most position).
WARNING: For vehicles with third row
seats, when a child is seated in a
second row monopost seat, the
setting for the button that moves a
second row outboard seat forward for
easy access into the third row should
be OFF (touch Controls > Safety >
Third Row Easy Entry). This ensures
that you need to manually hold the
button to move the seat, preventing a
child seated in the second row from
being pushed against the
corresponding front seat. See
Adjusting Second Row Seats
(Monopost) on page 35.
To install a LATCH child safety seat, slide the
safety seat latches onto the anchor bars until
they click into place. Carefully read and follow
the instructions provided by the child safety
seat manufacturer.
Bench Seats
Monopost Seats
Once installed, test the security of the
installation before seating a child. Attempt to
twist the child safety seat from side to side
and try to pull it away from the seat, then
check to ensure the anchors remain securely
in place.
NOTE: Lower LATCH anchors should not be
used with child seats or booster seats that
have an integrated safety belt in situations
where the combined weight of the child plus
the child safety seat is more than
kg). In these situations, use the seat belt
instead.
65 lbs (29.5
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Attaching Upper Tether Straps
If an upper tether strap is provided, attach its
hook to the anchor point located on the back
of the second and third row (if equipped)
seats.
NOTE: The location of anchor points may not
be readily visible but can be found by
identifying a slice in the seat's material.
WARNING: Tighten upper tether
straps according to the instructions
provided by the manufacturer of the
child safety seat.
WARNING: USE ONLY SEAT BELT
RETAINED CHILD SAFETY SEATS IN
THE CENTER SEATING POSITION.
For dual-strap tethers, position a strap on
each side of the head restraint.
NOTE: If Model X is equipped with the
optional six seat interior, a center seating
position is not available in the second row.
WARNING: When routing tether
straps, keep the strap close to the
headrest as illustrated below. On a
Model X equipped with third row
seats, do not allow a tether strap to
cover the third row access button on
the rear shoulder of the seat.
Child Safety Seats
Dual Straps - Second Row Bench Seats
Dual Straps - Third Row Seats:
Dual Straps - Second Row Monopost Seats
For single-strap tethers, position the strap in
the outboard seating positions over the
outside-facing side of the head restraint (the
same side of the head restraint as the seat
belt retraction mechanism). In the center
seating position (if equipped), center and
position the strap over the top of the head
restraint.
Single Strap - Second Row Monopost Seats
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Child Safety Seats
Single Strap - Second Row Bench Seats
Single Strap - Third Row Seats
Testing a Child Safety Seat
Before seating a child, always make sure the
child safety seat is not loose:
Hold the child safety seat by the belt path
1.
and try to slide the safety seat from side
to side and front to back.
2. If the seat moves more than
(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
dierent seat location or try another child
safety seat.
one inch
Child Safety Seat Warnings
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 safety seats are
designed to be secured in vehicle
seats by lap belts or the lap belt
portion of a lap-shoulder belt. A child
could be endangered in a crash if a
child safety seat is not properly
secured in the vehicle.
WARNING: According to collision
statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in a rear seating
position than in the front passenger
seat.
WARNING: Do not use a forwardfacing child safety seat until your child
weighs over 20 lbs (9 kg) and can sit
independently. Up to the age of two, a
child's spine and neck are not
suciently developed to avoid injury
in a frontal impact.
WARNING: Do not allow a baby or
infant to be held on a lap. All children
should be restrained in an appropriate
child safety seat at all times.
WARNING: To ensure children are
safely seated, follow all instructions
provided in this document and by the
manufacturer of the child safety seat.
WARNING: Children should ride in a
rear-facing child safety seat using the
seat’s integrated 5-point harness for
as long as possible.
WARNING: Do not use seat belt
extenders on a seat belt that is being
used to install a child safety seat or
booster seat.
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WARNING: When seating larger
children, make sure the child's head is
supported and the child’s seat belt is
properly adjusted and fastened. The
shoulder portion of the belt must be
away from the face and neck, and the
lap portion must not be over the
stomach.
WARNING: Never attach two child
safety seats to one anchor point. In a
collision, one anchor point may be
incapable of securing both seats.
WARNING: Child safety seat anchors
are designed to withstand only those
loads imposed by a correctly fitted
child safety seat. Under no
circumstances are they to be used for
adult seat belts, harnesses, or for
attaching other items or equipment to
the vehicle.
WARNING: Always check harnesses
and tether straps for damage and
wear.
WARNING: Never leave a child
unattended, even if the child is
secured in a child safety seat.
WARNING: Never use a child safety
seat that has been involved in a
collision. Have the seat inspected or
replaced as described in the child
safety seat manufacturer’s
instructions.
Child Safety Seats
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Airbags
Location of Airbags
Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown below. Airbag warning information is
printed on the sun visors.
Model X is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt at both front seating positions. The
airbag is a supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants, including the driver,
should always wear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at their seating
position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.
Knee airbags
1.
2. Front airbags
Curtain airbags
3.
4. Seat-mounted side airbags
5. Door-mounted airbags
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Airbags
How Airbags Work
Airbags inflate when sensors detect an
impact that exceeds deployment thresholds.
These thresholds are designed to predict the
severity of a crash in time for the airbags to
help protect the vehicle's occupants. Airbags
inflate instantly with considerable force
accompanied by a loud noise. The inflated
bag, together with the seat belts, limits
movement of occupants to reduce the risk of
injury.
Front airbags are not ordinarily designed to
inflate in rear collisions, rollovers, side
collisions and when braking heavily or driving
over bumps and potholes. Likewise, front
airbags may not
such as minor front collisions, underride
collisions, or minor impacts with narrow
objects (such as posts or poles).
superficial damage can occur to the vehicle
without the airbags
a relatively small amount of structural
damage can cause airbags to
Therefore, the external appearance of the
vehicle after a collision does not represent
whether or not the front airbags should have
inflated.
WARNING: Before modifying your
vehicle to accommodate a person with
disabilities in a way that may aect
the airbag system, contact Tesla.
inflate in all frontal collisions,
Significant
inflating and, conversely,
inflate.
• Seat-mounted side airbags: A seatmounted side airbag in the front driver,
front passenger and second row outboard
seats help protect the pelvis and the
thorax region of the torso. The seatmounted side airbags on both the
impacted and non-impacted side of the
vehicle will
side impact or severe oset frontal
impact.
• Curtain airbags: A curtain airbag on each
side of Model X in the front roof-rail help
protect the head. Curtain airbags on both
the impacted and non-impacted side of
the vehicle will
impact occurs, a severe oset frontal
impact occurs, or if the vehicle rolls over.
Door-mounted airbags: There is an airbag
•
on each side of Model X mounted in the
trim on the falcon wing doors. These are
the same as the curtain airbags in that
they help protect the head and typically
inflate in the event of a severe side
impact, a severe oset frontal impact, or
if the vehicle rolls over. The door-mounted
airbags on both the impacted and nonimpacted side of the vehicle will
inflate in the event of severe
inflate if a severe side
inflate.
Passenger Front Airbag Status
The status of the passenger front airbag
displays on the touchscreen:
Types of Airbags
Model X has the following types of airbags:
Front airbags: The front airbags are
•
designed to reduce injuries if larger
children or adults are riding in the front
seats. Follow all warnings and instructions
related to seating a child on the front
passenger seat (if permitted in your
market region).
• Knee airbags: Knee airbags and the front
airbags work together. The knee airbags
limit the forward motion of the front seat
occupants by restricting leg movement,
thereby positioning the occupants so that
the front airbags work more
Whether or not knee airbags deploy in a
collision is partially dependent on the
track position of the associated seat.
eectively.
The Passenger Airbag
O indicator displays
only when the passenger
front airbag is OFF.
When the passenger
front airbag is OFF, it
does not inflate when a
collision occurs. This
indicator does not
display when the airbag
is ON or when the seat is
unoccupied.
To protect an adult
occupying the front
passenger seat, ensure
the passenger front
airbag is ON. When the
passenger airbag is ON,
it may inflate when a
collision occurs.
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Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag
Model X has an occupancy classification system (OCS) that controls the status of the passenger
front airbag.
NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory requirement of
FMVSS 208 and automatically detects when inflating the passenger front airbag would be
unnecessary or potentially harmful.
WARNING: Seating an infant in a rear facing child safety seat on a seat equipped with an
operational airbag can cause serious injury or death.
Object Classification OCS Passenger
Empty OFF PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
Object OFF or ON PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
Rear facing child seat
designed for children up to
a year old
Forward facing child seat OFF PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF 35 lbs (16 kg) or less
Child in a booster seat OFF or ON PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
Large child OFF or ON PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
5th percentile female or
larger (by weight)
*If the passenger airbag status indicator does not match the situation, do not use the seat. The passenger
must ride in a dierent seat. Contact Tesla Service.
Airbag Status*
OFF PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF 20 lbs (9 kg) or less
ON PASSENGER AIRBAG ON Over approximately 100 lbs
Indicator status Notes
or PASSENGER AIRBAG
ON
or PASSENGER AIRBAG
ON
or PASSENGER AIRBAG
ON
Depends on material/
contents
20-100 lbs (9-45 kg)*
(45 kg)
NOTE: It takes approximately six seconds after you power on Model X for the occupant
classification system (OCS) to report accurate status of the front passenger airbag. As a result,
when you
first power on Model X, even in situations when it should be OFF because the seat is
occupied by a weight of 20 lbs (9 kg) or less, it will take the touchscreen approximately six
seconds to display the status, PASS AIRBAG OFF. If it fails to do so, contact Tesla Service and
do not seat a child in the front passenger seating position.
To make sure the sensing system can correctly detect occupancy status, eliminate the following:
• Objects lodged under the seat.
• Heavy objects sitting on the seat (briefcase, large purse).
• Objects wedged between the seat back and seat cushion.
• Cargo interfering with the seat.
Aftermarket items attached to, or sitting on or between, the seat and occupant including
•
but not limited to covers, mats, blankets, etc.
These conditions can interfere with the occupancy sensor. If you have eliminated the above
possibilities, and the airbag status is still incorrect, ask passengers to ride in the rear seats and
contact Tesla to have the airbag system checked.
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NOTE: The front passenger occupancy sensor aects the operation of the passenger front
airbags only. The side airbags are not aected.
WARNING: If the front passenger airbag is not turning on or o as expected based on
the weight thresholds previously described, contact Tesla immediately.
WARNING: Never seat a child in the front passenger seat. DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to
the child can occur. Per recommendations by the National Highway Trac Safety
Administration, all occupants age 12 and under must ride in the rear seats.
WARNING: To ensure accuracy of the occupant detection system, do not make any
modifications to the front passenger seat.
WARNING: Do not use seat covers on Model X. Doing so could restrict deployment of
the seat-mounted side air bags if a collision occurs. It can also reduce the accuracy of
the occupant detection system and the noise-canceling microphones, if equipped.
Ensuring Accurate Occupant
Classification
To help ensure an occupant in the front
passenger seat can be accurately classified,
the passenger must:
•
Wear a seat belt.
• Sit upright on the center of the seat
cushion, with shoulders resting against
the seat back and legs extended
comfortably in front with feet on the floor.
See Examples of Correct and Incorrect
Seating Positions on page 54.
Remain positioned on the seat cushion
•
and not lift their weight o the seat (for
example, by pushing their feet against the
floor or pressing on the center console or
armrest to lift up).
Never wear thick, wet, or bulky clothing
•
(such as ski wear or padded clothing).
In addition to the items listed above, the
following situations can interfere with the
accuracy of the occupant
system:
Placing a radio transmitter (for example, a
•
hunting radio or walkie-talkie) on the
front passenger seat.
• Placing an AC/DC inverter, or a device
that is being powered by the inverter (for
example, a cell phone, tablet, or
computer) on the front passenger seat
cushion.
• Placing liquid (such as a bottled drink) or
food containers on a car seat when a
child seat is present.
classification
• Incorrectly placing a child safety seat so
that the entire lower section is not
positioned against the seat cushion.
• Objects lodged under the seat or wedged
between the seat back and cushion.
• Heavy objects sitting on the seat
(briefcase, large purse).
•
Cargo interfering with the seat.
•
Aftermarket items attached to or placed
between the seat and the occupant, such
as covers, mats, blankets, etc.
These conditions can interfere with the
occupancy sensor. If you have eliminated the
above possibilities, and the airbag status is
still incorrect, instruct passengers to ride in
the rear seats and contact Tesla to have the
airbag system checked.
NOTE: Tesla follows NHTSA (National
Highway Trac Safety Administration)
recommendations that all occupants age 12
and under must ride in the rear seating
positions.
NOTE: The front passenger occupancy sensor
aects the operation of the passenger front
airbags only. The side airbags are not
aected.
WARNING: Failure to follow the above
instructions can adversely aect the
Occupant Classification System (OCS)
which can cause serious injury or
death.
WARNING: If the front passenger
airbag is not turning on or o as
expected, do not seat a passenger in
the front passenger seat. Contact
Tesla Service.
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Airbags
WARNING: To ensure accuracy of the
occupant detection system, do not
make any modifications to the front
passenger seat.
WARNING: Do not use seat covers on
Model X. Doing so could restrict
deployment of the seat-mounted side
air bags if a collision occurs. It can also
reduce the accuracy of the occupant
classification system.
Examples of Correct and Incorrect Seating Positions
Correct seating position:
Incorrect seating position - the passenger
must not recline the backrest to a laying
down position when the vehicle is moving:
Incorrect seating position - the passenger's
feet must be on the floor:
Inflation Eects
WARNING:
fine powder is released. This powder
can irritate the skin and should be
thoroughly flushed from the eyes and
from any cuts or abrasions.
After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide
a gradual cushioning eect for the occupants
and to ensure the driver’s forward vision is
not obscured.
If airbags have inflated, or if your vehicle has
been in a collision, always have the airbags,
seat belt pre-tensioners and any associated
Incorrect seating position - the passenger
must not slide forward on the seat cushion:
components checked and, if necessary,
replaced by Tesla.
In a collision, in addition to the airbags
inflating:
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• Doors and liftgate unlock.
• Hazard warning lights turn on.
• Interior lights turn on.
• High voltage is disabled.
To restore high voltage power, use the
touchscreen to manually power o Model X
(see Powering O on page 63), then press
the brake to power it back on again.
Airbag Warning Indicator
The airbag indicator on the
touchscreen remains lit if
the airbag system is
malfunctioning. The only
time this indicator should
light up is briefly when
Model X first powers up, in
which case it turns
a few seconds. If it remains
lit, contact Tesla
immediately and do not
drive.
o within
Airbag Warnings
WARNING: All occupants, including
the driver, should always wear their
seat belts, whether or not an airbag is
also provided at their seating position,
to minimize the risk of severe injury or
death in the event of a collision.
WARNING: Front seat occupants
should not place their arms over the
airbag module, as an inflating airbag
can cause fractures or other injuries.
WARNING: Do not use seat covers on
Model X. Doing so could restrict
deployment of the seat-mounted side
air bags if a collision occurs. It can also
reduce the accuracy of the occupant
detection system, if equipped.
WARNING: Airbags inflate with
considerable speed and force, which
can cause injury. To limit injuries,
ensure that occupants are wearing
seat belts and are correctly seated,
with the seat positioned as far back as
possible. The National Highway Trac
Safety Administration (NHTSA)
recommends a minimum distance of
10" (25 cm) between an occupant’s
chest and an airbag.
WARNING: Children should not be
seated on the front passenger seat.
Follow all regulations in your region
for the appropriate way to seat a child
based on the child's weight, size, and
age. The safest place to seat infants
and young children is in a rear seating
position. Seating an infant or child on
a seat equipped with an operational
front airbag can cause serious injury
or death.
WARNING: Do not use a rear-facing
child safety seat on a seat with an
operational airbag in front of it. Doing
so can cause injury or death if the
airbag inflates.
WARNING: To ensure correct inflation
of the side airbags, maintain an
unobstructed gap between an
occupant’s torso and the side of
Model X.
WARNING: Passengers shouldn't lean
their heads against doors. Doing so
can cause injury if a curtain airbag
inflates.
WARNING: Do not allow passengers
to obstruct the operation of an airbag
by placing feet, knees or any other
part of the body on or near an airbag.
WARNING: Do not attach or place
objects on or near the front airbags,
the side of the front seats, the
headliner at the side of the vehicle, or
any other airbag cover that could
interfere with inflation of an airbag.
Objects can cause serious injury if the
vehicle is in a collision severe enough
to cause the airbag to inflate.
WARNING: Following inflation, some
airbag components are hot. Do not
touch until they have cooled.
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Driver Profiles
Creating a Driver Profile
When you first adjust the driver’s seat,
steering yoke position, or exterior side
mirrors, the touchscreen prompts you to
create a driver profile to save these
adjustments. Your profile also saves various
preferences you make while customizing
Model X.
To add a new driver profile,
touch the driver profile icon
at the top of the Controls
screen. Then touch Driver
Profile Settings > Add New
Driver, type the driver's
name and touch Create
Profile. Follow the onscreen
instructions to save mirror
and steering wheel position
to the driver profile. Check
the Use Easy Entry
checkbox if you want to
save (or use existing)
Entry settings in which the
driver's seat and the
steering yoke are
automatically adjusted to
make it easy to enter and
exit
Model X.
If you change the position of the driver’s seat,
steering yoke, or exterior side mirrors after
you have saved or chosen a driver profile, the
touchscreen prompts you to
position or Restore the previously saved
position (other settings are automatically
saved). To change a setting without saving or
restoring, just ignore the prompt.
NOTE: Valet mode is a built-in driver profile
that limits speed and restricts access to some
Model X features (see Valet Mode on page
57).
NOTE: To stop automatic adjustments that
are in process based on a driver's profile,
touch Stop on the Driver Profile dropdown
menu. Automatic adjustments also stop if you
manually adjust a seat, mirror, or the
yoke.
Save the new
Easy Entry
You can define an Easy Entry setting that
moves the
make it easy to enter and exit Model X. Any
driver can use the Easy Entry setting by
associating it with their driver's
steering yoke and driver's seat to
Easy
steering
profile. When
the Easy Entry setting is associated with a
driver's profile, the steering yoke and driver's
seat automatically adjust when in Park and
the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, allowing an
easy exit from Model X. When returning to
the vehicle and stepping on the brake pedal,
settings automatically adjust back to the
settings used by the most recent driver
profile (or based on the key if it's linked to a
driver profile).
To use Easy Entry with a driver profile, ensure
the
Use Easy Entry box is checked.
WARNING: Never use Easy Entry to
move the driver's seat to the full
rearward position when a child safety
seat is installed on a rear seat located
behind the driver's seat. With reduced
clearance, the movement of the seat
may impact a child's legs, cause injury,
or dislodge the seat.
Selecting Between Driver
Profiles
To adjust Model X based on
a driver’s profile, touch the
driver profile icon at the top
of the Controls screen. Then
choose the driver, and
Model X is adjusted based
on the settings that have
been saved to the chosen
driver
profile.
Saved Settings
A subset of the settings that you choose to
customize your Model X are automatically
saved to your driver's
green check mark appears next to the driver
profile icon on the touchscreen. Examples of
automatically saved driver
• Navigation, temperature, lights and
display settings.
• Autopilot and driving preferences.
profile. Once saved, a
profile settings are:
Linking a Driver Profile to a Key
You can link a driver profile to a key (or keys)
to allow Model X to automatically select the
correct driver profile when the linked key is
detected as you approach the vehicle and
open the driver's door. To link a driver
profile
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Driver Profiles
to a key, first ensure you are using your
desired driver profile. Touch the driver profile
icon at the top of the Controls screen. Follow
the onscreen instructions to add a phone key,
key card, or key fob (see Adding and
Removing Keys on page 14). When finished,
touch the driver icon to link the key to the
desired driver
profile appears under the key to show that it
is linked.
NOTE: Model X supports up to 10 driver
profiles. You can link multiple keys to a driver
profile, but you cannot link multiple driver
profiles to a single key.
profile. The name of the driver
Valet Mode
When Model X is in Valet mode, the following
restrictions apply:
Speed is limited to 70 mph (113 km/h).
•
Maximum acceleration and power are
•
limited.
Front trunk and glovebox are locked.
•
Home and Work locations are not
•
available in the navigation system.
Voice commands are disabled.
•
Autopilot convenience features are
•
disabled.
• The Allow Mobile Access setting cannot
be changed
HomeLink (if available in your market
•
region) is not accessible.
• Driver Profiles are not accessible.
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are disabled. When
Model X is in Valet mode, you cannot pair
new Bluetooth devices or view or delete
existing paired devices. However, if a
Bluetooth-paired device or a known Wi-Fi
network is within range,
to it.
NOTE: Model X does not automatically shift
when in Valet Mode.
Model X connects
The
first time you enter Valet mode, the
touchscreen prompts you to create a 4-digit
PIN you will use to cancel Valet mode.
When Valet mode is active, the instrument
panel displays the word Valet and the Valet
mode driver profile displays on the
touchscreen.
You can also use the mobile app to start and
cancel Valet mode (provided
Park). When using the mobile app, you do not
need to enter a PIN because you are already
required to log into the app using your Tesla
Account credentials.
NOTE: If the PIN to Drive setting is enabled
(see PIN to Drive on page 187), you must
enter the driving PIN before you can
enter a Valet PIN. Once in Valet mode,
Model X can be driven without the valet
needing to enter the driving PIN.
NOTE: The PIN to Drive setting is not
available when Valet mode is active.
If you forget your valet PIN, reset it from
inside Model X by entering your Tesla
Account credentials (which also cancels Valet
mode). You can also reset your PIN using the
mobile app.
WARNING: Do not use Valet mode
when towing a trailer. The torque
limitations of Valet mode can make it
dicult for Model X to pull a trailer up
a hill.
Model X is in
define or
Canceling Valet Mode
With Model X in Park, touch the Valet Mode
driver profile icon at the top of the Controls
screen, and enter your 4-digit PIN.
When you cancel Valet mode, all settings
associated with the most recently used driver
profile and climate control settings are
restored, and all features are available.
NOTE: You do not need to enter a PIN to
cancel Valet mode from the mobile app.
Starting Valet Mode
With Model X in Park, touch the driver profile
icon at the top of the Controls screen, then
touch Valet Mode.
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Steering Yoke
Adjusting Steering Yoke Position
To adjust the steering yoke, touch Controls
and touch the Steering icon.
Use the left scroll button on the steering yoke
to move the steering yoke to the desired
position:
• To adjust the height/tilt angle of the
steering yoke, roll the left scroll button up
or down.
To move the steering yoke closer to you,
•
or further away from you, press the left
scroll button to the left or right.
WARNING: Do not make steering yoke
adjustments while driving.
Adjusting Steering Eort
You can adjust the feel and sensitivity of the
steering system to suit your personal
preference:
1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls >
Pedals & Steering > Steering Mode.
2. Choose a steering option:
Comfort - Reduces the eort required
◦
to turn the
Model X feels easier to drive and park.
◦ Standard - Tesla believes that this
setting oers the best handling and
response in most conditions.
◦ Sport - Increases the eort required
to turn the steering yoke. When
driving at higher speeds,
feels more responsive.
steering yoke. In town,
Model X
Overview of Steering Yoke Buttons
Your Model X features stalkless driving in
which all controls you need when driving are
accessible on the steering yoke.
Right turn signal (see
1.
page 70).
High beam headlights* (see High Beam
2.
Headlights on page 69).
Left turn signal (see Turn Signals on page
3.
70).
Left scroll button (see Left Scroll Button
4.
on page 59).
5. Horn (see Horn on page 60).
6. Identifier that is always illuminated to
indicate that the right scroll wheel can be
used with cruise control.
7. Wipers* (see Wipers and Washers on
page 77).
8. Right scroll button (see Right Scroll
Button on page 59).
9. Voice commands (see Voice Commands
on page 185).
*The behaviors associated with the buttons
for headlight high beams and wipers vary
depending on whether you press or press and
hold the button. Refer to the corresponding
sections in this Owner's Manual for details.
NOTE: Simultaneously holding down both the
left and right scroll buttons while Model X is
parked causes the touchscreen to restart (see
Restarting the Touchscreen on page 64).
Turn Signals on
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Steering Yoke
Left Scroll Button
Use the scroll button on the left side of the
steering yoke to adjust the position of the
mirrors and steering yoke. It also controls the
wipers and media player.
When using media player, push the button
•
to the left to go back to the previous
song or station or push it to the right to
skip to the next song or station.
To increase/decrease the volume of the
•
sound system, roll the button up/down
respectively.
NOTE: The scroll button adjusts the
volume for media and phone calls based
on what is currently in use. As you adjust
the volume, the touchscreen displays the
volume level and whether you are
adjusting volume for media or phone.
• To mute the media volume, or to pause/
play an audio file, push the scroll button.
When adjusting mirrors, push the button
•
to the left/right to move the associated
mirror inward/outward and up/down to
position the mirror upward or downward
(see
Mirrors on page 61).
When adjusting the position of the
•
steering yoke, roll the button up/down to
adjust the tilt/angle and press the button
to the left or right to move the
yoke closer or further (see Adjusting
Steering Yoke Position on page 58).
• When a menu displays on the instrument
panel from which you can choose options
(for example, wipers), use the scroll
button to choose an option (up, down,
left, or right).
steering
Right Scroll Button
Use the scroll button on the right side of the
steering yoke to control Autopilot features
such as Autosteer and Trac-Aware Cruise
Control:
When driving, push and release the
•
button to engage Autosteer or
Aware Cruise Control (see Autosteer on
page 114). If Autosteer Activation is set
to
Double Click (touch Controls >
Autopilot Activation > Autosteer
Activation), a single push engages Trac-
Aware Cruise Control (see Trac-Aware
Cruise Control on page 108) only and
you must push and release twice to
engage Autosteer. Once engaged,
pushing the button cancels Autosteer
and/or
Trac-Aware Cruise Control.
• When Model X is in Park, push the button
twice to automatically engage Summon
(if equipped) before exiting the vehicle
(see
Starting Summon Before Exiting the
Vehicle on page 135).
• When Trac-Aware Cruise Control is
engaged, rolling the scroll button up/
down increase/decreases the set cruising
speed respectively.
NOTE: There is currently no action associated
with pushing the right scroll button to the left
and right.
Trac-
Heated Steering Yoke
To warm up the steering yoke, touch the
temperature icon on the touchscreen to
display climate controls (see Overview of
Climate Controls on page 159), then touch
the steering yoke icon. When turned on,
radiant heat keeps the
comfortable temperature.
steering yoke at a
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Steering Yoke
Horn
To sound the horn, press and hold the horn
button on the right side of the steering yoke.
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Mirrors
Adjusting Exterior Mirrors
Adjust the exterior mirrors by touching
Controls > Mirrors. Press the left scroll button
on the steering yoke to choose whether you
are adjusting the Left or Right mirror. Then
use the left scroll button as follows to adjust
the selected mirror to its desired position:
• To move the mirror up or down, roll the
left scroll button up or down.
• To move the mirror inward or outward,
press the left scroll button to the left or
right.
NOTE: Both exterior mirrors have heaters that
turn on and
defroster.
Mirror Auto Tilt
Both exterior mirrors can automatically tilt
downward when Model X is shifted into
Reverse. When you shift back into another
drive mode, the mirrors return to their normal
upward position.
To turn this feature on or o, touch Controls >
Mirrors > Mirror Auto Tilt. You can adjust the
position of the mirrors only when you are in
Reverse.
Mirror Auto Fold
Both exterior mirrors can automatically fold
inward whenever you exit and lock Model X.
When you unlock Model X, the exterior
mirrors then automatically unfold.
To turn this feature on or o, touch Controls >
Mirrors > Mirror Auto Fold.
o with the rear window
Mirrors remain folded until your driving speed
reaches 31 mph (50 km/h), or until you touch
Controls > Unfold Mirrors. You can also fold/
unfold mirrors manually, or fold mirrors
automatically at specific locations. See
Folding Mirrors at Specific Locations on page
61.
NOTE: If you expect ice to accumulate when
Model X is parked, turn o Mirror Auto Fold.
Accumulation of ice can prevent exterior side
mirrors from folding or unfolding. See Cold
Weather Best Practices on page 102 for
information on how to ensure your mirrors
function properly in cold weather.
Mirror Auto Dim
When certain environmental conditions are
met, the rear view mirror and exterior side
mirrors dim automatically (for example, in low
light conditions or to reduce glare when
driving at night). To enable or disable this
feature, touch
Auto Dim.
Controls > Mirrors > Mirror
Folding Mirrors at Specific
Locations
In addition to having mirrors fold
automatically whenever you park
you can fold (and unfold) mirrors anytime
your driving speed is less than
km/h). This is useful for parking in tight
spaces. To do so, touch Controls > Fold
Mirrors.
When you fold mirrors, a Location Saved
popup briefly displays below the Fold Mirrors
control. When Location Saved is enabled,
mirrors automatically fold whenever you
approach the location, saving you from
having to manually fold them each time you
arrive at a frequently visited location (such as
narrow garages, tight parking spaces, etc.). If
you do not want the location saved, simply
touch
Location Saved to disable it. This
popup toggles between
Save Location to allow you to specify
whether or not you want mirrors to
automatically fold as you approach your
current location.
NOTE: To save or unsave a location at which
the mirrors fold,
low speed (less than 3 mph (5 km/h)) or
stopped at the location you want your vehicle
to remember.
Location Saved and
Model X must be driving at a
Model X,
31 mph (50
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Mirrors
CAUTION: Mirrors may not
automatically fold if you return to a
saved location driving faster than 3
mph (5 km/h).
NOTE: When you leave the saved location,
mirrors remain folded until your driving speed
reaches 31 mph (50 km/h), or until you touch
Controls > Unfold Mirrors. When driving at or
above this speed threshold, you can not fold
mirrors.
NOTE: You can also override the automatic
folding/unfolding of mirrors at any time (for
example, Model X has no power) by pushing
the mirror assembly away from you to unfold,
or pulling it toward you to fold.
You can integrate auto-folding mirrors with
HomeLink (see
Transceiver on page 193). To do so, touch the
HomeLink icon on the top of the Controls
screen and enable Auto-Fold Mirrors when
Nearby.
Rear View Mirror
The rear view mirror is adjusted manually.
When in Drive or Neutral, the rear view mirror
automatically dims in low lighting conditions
based on the time of day (for example, when
driving at night).
HomeLink Universal
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Starting and Powering O
Starting
When you open a door to enter Model X, the
instrument panel and touchscreen power on
and you can operate all controls. To shift
Model X, press the brake pedal and swipe up
for Drive or down for Reverse on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip (see
on page 65).
If Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model X
automatically selects Drive or Reverse based
on inputs from various sensors. Pressing the
brake pedal shifts the vehicle into the
selected drive mode displayed on the
instrument panel (provided the driver's door
is closed and the driver's seat belt is buckled),
and pressing the accelerator moves the
vehicle in that direction (see
Park on page 65).
NOTE: To turn Auto Shift out of Park on or
o, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering >
Auto Shift out of Park.
Before accelerating when Auto Shift out of
Park is enabled, check the instrument panel
to make sure that
drive mode you want (Drive or Reverse). If
the selection is not correct, or if Auto Shift
out of Park is not enabled, swipe up for Drive
or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's
drive mode strip to choose a new drive mode.
See
Shifting on page 65.
NOTE: If the PIN to Drive feature is enabled
(see PIN to Drive on page 187), you must
also enter a valid PIN on the touchscreen
before you can drive
Everything you need to know when driving
Model X displays on the instrument panel.
Model X has shifted into the
Model X.
Drive Disabled - Requires Authentication
If Model X does not detect a key when you
press the brake (a key fob or phone key is not
detected or two minutes have passed since
you used the key card), the touchscreen
displays a message telling you that driving
requires authentication.
If you see this message, place the key card in
either phone dock where the RFID transmitter
can read it. The two-minute authentication
period restarts and you can start
pressing the brake pedal.
Shifting
Auto Shift out of
Model X by
A number of factors can aect whether
Model X can detect a phone key or key fob
(for example, the device's battery is low or
dead and is no longer able to communicate
using Bluetooth).
Always keep your phone key, key fob, or a key
card with you. After driving, your key is
needed to restart
And when you leave Model X, you must bring
your key with you to lock Model X, either
manually or automatically.
Model X after it powers o.
Powering O
When you finish driving, simply exit the
vehicle. When you leave Model X with your
phone key and key fob, it powers o
automatically, turning o the instrument
panel and touchscreen.
Model X also powers o automatically after
being in Park for 30 minutes, even if you are
sitting in the driver’s seat.
Although usually not needed, you can power
o Model X while sitting in the driver’s seat,
provided the vehicle is not moving. Touch
Controls > Safety > Power O. Model X
automatically powers back on again if you
press the brake pedal or touch the
touchscreen.
NOTE: Model X automatically shifts into Park
whenever it determines that you are exiting
the vehicle (for example, the driver's seat belt
is unbuckled and the vehicle is almost at a
standstill). If you shift into Neutral,
shifts into Park when you open the door to
exit.
To keep Model X in Neutral, see
Instructions for Transporters on page 250.
Model X
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Starting and Powering O
Restarting the Touchscreen
You can restart your touchscreen if it is
unresponsive or demonstrates unusual
behavior.
NOTE: To ensure the safety of occupants as
well as other road users, restart the
touchscreen only when the vehicle is in Park.
1.
Shift into Park.
2. Hold down both scroll buttons on the
steering yoke until the touchscreen turns
black.
After a few seconds, the Tesla logo
3.
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. See
page 64.
Power Cycling the Vehicle on
4. After two minutes, press the brake pedal
or open the door to wake the vehicle.
NOTE: Restarting the touchscreen also
activates the drive mode selector on the
center console.
NOTE: Restarting the touchscreen using the
scroll buttons does not power
and on.
Model X o
Power Cycling the Vehicle
You can power cycle Model X if it
demonstrates unusual behavior or displays a
nondescript alert.
1. Shift into Park.
On the touchscreen, touch Controls >
2.
Safety > Power O.
3. Wait for at least two minutes without
interacting with the vehicle. Do not open
the doors, touch the brake pedal, touch
the touchscreen, etc.
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Shifting
Auto Shift out of Park
NOTE: Auto Shift out of Park is a BETA
feature and is disabled by default.
When Auto Shift out of Park is enabled,
Model X is designed to use inputs from
various sensors to automatically select Drive
or Reverse. The instrument panel displays the
selected drive mode when the driver's door is
closed and seat belt is buckled.
To override the selection, press the brake
pedal and use the drive mode strip on
touchscreen to shift into your desired drive
mode (Drive, Reverse, Park; see
the Touchscreen on page 65).
Confirm the drive mode selection and follow
the instructions on the instrument panel
before you press the accelerator.
WARNING: As always, be aware of
your vehicle and surroundings before
driving. Never rely on Model X to
automatically select a suitable drive
mode without confirming the selection
before you start to drive.
If Auto Shift out of Park is unavailable, the
instrument panel displays a message.
Model X automatically selects a drive mode
when:
Shifting Using
Shifting Using the Touchscreen
When you press the brake pedal when
parked, the drive mode strip displays on one
side of the touchscreen. Use the drive mode
strip to shift Model X: swipe up for Drive,
swipe down for Reverse or touch the P for
Park. The drive mode strip is always available
on the touchscreen when you touch
Controls.
Auto Shift out of Park is enabled (touch
•
Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift
out of Park).
• Model X is in Park.
• The driver's seat belt is fastened.
The brake pedal is pressed.
•
• All doors and trunks are closed.
• The drive mode selector on the center
console is not activated (see
the Center Console on page 66).
NOTE: Model X does not automatically select
drive modes in Valet Mode.
Auto Shift out of Park is disabled by default.
When disabled, use the touchscreen or the
center console to manually shift. To enable
Auto Shift out of Park, touch Controls >
Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park.
Shift Using
NOTE: To shift from Drive into Reverse or vice
versa, the driving speed must be less than 5
mph (8 km/h).
NOTE: The touchscreen's drive mode strip
displays the
pedal is pressed and shifting into Park is
allowed based on the vehicle's driving speed
(less than
To shift into Neutral, open Controls to bring
up the drive mode strip, then press and hold
Neutral until Neutral engages.
NOTE: The touchscreen is the preferred
method to manually shift. However, in the
unlikely situation in which the touchscreen is
unavailable and therefore can't be used, the
drive mode selector on the center console
automatically activates and must be used to
shift (see
page 66).
Park button only when the brake
5 mph (8 km/h).
Shift Using the Center Console on
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Shifting
If you try to shift when it is prohibited by the
current driving speed, the instrument panel
displays an alert, a chime sounds, and the
drive mode does not change.
Shift Using the Center Console
In addition to manually shifting on the
touchscreen, you can shift by pressing P, R, N
or D located on the center console. In most
situations, these buttons are not available
until you press one of the buttons to activate
it. When active, the LEDs associated with
each button illuminate and when you select P,
R, N or D, the associated LED illuminates
amber.
In situations where the touchscreen is
unavailable (for example, experiencing a
technical issue), or
Transport Mode, the drive mode selector on
the center console activates automatically
and there is no need to touch it.
NOTE: You can also activate the drive mode
selector on the center console by
simultaneously and
scroll buttons on the steering yoke. However,
if you press and
simultaneously, the drive mode selector
activates
Restarting the Touchscreen on page 64).
NOTE: The front trunk, rear trunk, and doors
must be closed to shift using the center
console.
and the touchscreen restarts (see
Model X is in Valet or
briefly pressing both
hold both buttons
NOTE:
When the touchscreen is available for
shifting and you have manually activated the
drive mode selector on the center console,
the center console automatically deactivates
if you don't shift within 10 seconds.
Park
Model X automatically shifts into Park
whenever it determines that you are exiting
the vehicle. For example, the driver's seat belt
is unbuckled and the vehicle is stopped.
Model X also automatically shifts into Park
when the driver's door is opened or if no
action is taken within one minute of shifting.
To manually shift into Park, press the brake
pedal and touch the Park button on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip. If the
touchscreen is unavailable, press Park on the
drive mode selector located on the center
console.
NOTE: The touchscreen's drive mode strip
displays the Park button only when the brake
pedal is pressed and shifting into park is
allowed based on the driving speed.
NOTE: You must always press the brake pedal
to shift
out of Park.
CAUTION: Model X will not shift out of
Park if a charge cable is plugged in, or
if the charge port is unable to
determine whether a charging cable is
plugged in. In situations when Model X
does not shift out of Park, check the
instrument panel or touchscreen for
instructions on how to proceed.
WARNING: It is the driver's
responsibility to always ensure the
vehicle is in Park before exiting. Never
rely on Model X to automatically shift
into Park for you; it may not work in all
circumstances.
Drive
To manually shift into Drive, swipe up on the
drive mode strip located on the touchscreen
or, if the touchscreen is unavailable, press D
on the drive mode selector located on the
1. Park
2. Reverse
Neutral
3.
4. Drive
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center console. You can shift into Drive when
Model X is stopped or moving less than 5
mph (8 km/h) in Reverse.
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Shifting
Reverse
To manually shift into Reverse, swipe down on
the drive mode strip located on the
touchscreen or, if the touchscreen is
unavailable, press R on the drive mode
selector located on the center console. You
can shift into Reverse when
stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h)
in Drive. You can manually close the park
assist view on the touchscreen by touching
the X in the upper corner.
Model X is
Neutral
Neutral allows Model X to roll freely when you
are not pressing the brake pedal. To shift into
Neutral, do any of the following:
Open Controls, then press and hold the
•
Neutral icon on the drive mode strip until
Model X engages Neutral.
Choose Neutral from the drive mode
•
selector on the center console.
NOTE: When Model X is traveling over 5 mph
(8 km/h) and you swipe up or down on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip, a Neutral icon
displays at the bottom of the drive mode strip
from which you can also choose to engage
Neutral.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal to shift
out of Neutral if Model X is moving slower
than approximately
Model X automatically shifts into Park when
you open the driver's door to exit the vehicle.
To stay in Neutral even when you leave
Model X, you must engage Transport Mode
(described next).
5 mph (8 km/h).
3. Touch
4. Press and hold the Transport Mode
For more information on Transport Mode, see
Activate Transport Mode on page 251.
NOTE: In Transport mode, Model X does not
shift into a drive mode. You must
Transport mode by touching Transport Mode
again. Transport mode also cancels if you use
the touchscreen or drive mode selector on
the center console to shift into Park or if you
manually apply the parking brake by touching
Controls > Safety > Parking Brake.
Controls > Service > Towing. The
touchscreen displays a message
reminding you how to properly transport
Model X.
button until it turns blue. Model X is now
free-rolling and can slowly be rolled (no
faster than walking speed) for short
distances or winched (for example, onto a
flatbed truck).
first cancel
Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Transport Mode)
Model X automatically shifts into Park
whenever you
Model X. To keep Model X in Neutral when
you exit, allowing it to roll freely (for example,
pulling onto a
activate Transport mode:
1. Shift into Park.
2. Press the brake pedal.
finish driving and leave
flatbed truck), you must
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Lights
Controlling Lights
Touch Controls > Lights to control the lights.
NOTE: You can also access an abbreviated
lights menu while driving by touching the
Auto High Beam button on the steering yoke.
A lights menu displays on the touchscreen,
providing quick access to headlight controls.
In addition to the lights that you can control
from the touchscreen, Model X has
convenience lights that turn on and o
automatically based on what you are doing.
For example, interior lights, marker lights, tail
lights, and puddle lights turn on when you
unlock
Model X, when you open a door, and
when you shift into Park. They turn
automatically after a minute or two or when
you shift or lock Model X. Use these settings
to control exterior and interior lights:
Exterior Lights
Exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, side
marker lights, parking lights, and license plate
lights) are set to
Model X. When set to AUTO, exterior lights
automatically turn on when driving in low
lighting conditions. If you change to a
dierent setting, lights always revert to AUTO
on your next drive.
Touch one of these options to change the
exterior light setting:
OFF: Exterior lights turn o until you
•
manually turn them back on or until the
next time you drive. If daytime running
lights are required in your region, the
exterior lights used for this purpose are
always on when Drive is engaged.
• PARKING: Only the side marker lights,
parking lights, tail lights and license plate
lights turn on.
NOTE: If daytime running lights are
required in your region, the exterior lights
used for this purpose are always on
whenever Drive or Reverse is engaged.
ON: Exterior lights turn on.
•
AUTO each time you start
o
CAUTION:
rear lights are on during low visibility
conditions (for example, when it is
dark, foggy, snowy, or the road is wet,
etc.). The rear tail lights are o while
daytime running lights are on. Failure
to do so can cause damage or serious
injury.
NOTE:
To comply with local trac regulations
when crossing from a left-hand trac region
to a right-hand trac region, and vice versa,
headlights should be adjusted. If you plan to
drive to a region that requires headlights to
be adjusted, schedule a service appointment
using the mobile app.
Fog Lights
If equipped, touch to turn the fog lights on or
o. Fog lights operate only when low beam
headlights are on. When headlights are
turned
o, fog lights also turn o.
NOTE: Depending on the market region and
vehicle options, your vehicle may not be
equipped with front and/or rear fog lights.
Interior Lights
Turn the interior dome (map) lights on or o.
If set to AUTO, all interior dome lights turn on
when you unlock
exiting, or shift into Park.
NOTE: You can also manually turn an
individual dome light on or
lens. If you turn a dome light on, it turns o
when Model X powers o. If Model X was
already powered
turned the light on, it turns o after 60
minutes.
Ambient Lights
When enabled, interior ambient lights turn on
whenever the headlights are on.
Auto High Beam
Ensure the headlights and
The front fog indicator
displays on the instrument
panel whenever the optional
front fog lights are on.
Model X, open a door upon
o by pressing its
o when you manually
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Lights
If you turn on Auto High Beam, headlights
automatically switch from high beam
headlights to low beam headlights when light
is detected in front of Model X. See High
Beam Headlights on page 69.
Headlights after Exit
If you turn on Headlights after Exit, the
exterior lights remain on for one minute after
you stop driving and park
lighting conditions. See Headlights After Exit
on page 70.
Model X in low
High Beam Headlights
Use the high beam headlight button on the
left side of the steering yoke to control the
headlights:
Press and quickly release to flash high
•
beam headlights.
Press and hold to turn on high beam
•
headlights - the instrument panel displays
a brief timer and you must hold for the
duration of the timer to latch the high
beam headlights to the on position. When
headlights are on, press the button a
second time to turn them
o.
NOTE:
When you touch or press the high
beam headlight button on the left side of the
steering yoke, the touchscreen displays an
abbreviated lights menu to provide quick
access to control headlights, fog lights (if
equipped), and the Auto High Beam setting.
Use the touchscreen to choose options from
this menu.
NOTE: For vehicles manufactured after
approximately February 13, 2022, Auto High
Beam is automatically enabled when
Autosteer is engaged.
The following indicator lights are visible on
the instrument panel to show the status of
the headlights:
Low beam headlights are on.
High beam headlights are
on. Illuminates when high
beams are on but the Auto
High Beam setting is turned
o or if the Auto High Beam
setting is turned on but is
temporarily unavailable.
High beams are currently
turned on, and Auto High
Beam is ready to turn o the
high beams if light is
detected in front of Model X.
The high beam headlights can automatically
switch to low beam when there is light
detected in front of
from an oncoming vehicle). To turn this
feature on or
Auto High Beam. Your chosen setting is
retained until you manually change it.
Model X (for example,
o, touch Controls > Lights >
High beams are temporarily
turned o because Auto
High Beam is operating and
light is detected in front of
Model X. When light is no
longer detected, high beam
headlights automatically
turn back on.
WARNING: Auto High Beam is a
convenience only and is subject to
limitations. It is the driver's
responsibility to make sure that
headlights are always appropriately
adjusted for weather conditions and
driving circumstances.
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Lights
Rear Reading Lights
Model X is equipped with a reading light on
each side of the rear seats, located above the
door and next to the coat hangers (see Coat
Hangers on page 30). To turn a reading light
on or o, press its lens. If you leave a reading
light turned on, it automatically turns
when Model X powers o.
o
Headlights After Exit
When you stop driving and park Model X in
low lighting conditions, exterior lights
temporarily remain illuminated. They
automatically turn o after one minute or
when you lock
To turn this feature on and o, touch Controls
> Lights > Headlights After Exit. When
Headlights After Exit is o, the headlights
turn
o immediately when you engage Park
and open a door.
Model X whichever comes first.
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
If equipped, the Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS) automatically adjusts the beam
of the headlights to improve your driving
view. Electric sensors measure driving speed,
steering angle and yaw (the rotation of the
car around the vertical axis) to determine the
optimum position of the headlights based on
current driving conditions. For example, to
improve visibility while driving on winding
roads at night, the AFS casts the beam in the
direction of the curve. When low beam
headlights are turned on and when driving at
lower speeds, AFS improves lateral
illumination to increase the visibility of
pedestrians and curbs, and to improve
visibility when turning at a dark intersection,
into a driveway, or when making a u-turn.
The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
operates whenever headlights are on. If
Model X isn't moving, or is moving in reverse,
the adaptive headlights do not activate. This
prevents the headlights from inadvertently
blinding other drivers.
If the AFS fails, the
instrument panel displays an
alert. Contact Tesla Service.
Turn Signals
To engage a turn signal, press the
corresponding arrow button on the left side
of the steering yoke. A turn signal cancels
based on the angle of the steering yoke (for
example, you
also cancel a turn signal by pressing the turn
signal button a second time.
If Controls > Pedals & Steering > Automatic
Turn Signals is set to Auto Cancel, turn
signals cancel automatically when
detects completion of a maneuver such as a
merge, lane change, or a fork in the roadway.
You can override automatic cancellation at
any time (for example, you want the turn
signal to remain on because you are making
more than one lane change). To override,
engage the turn signal by pressing and
momentarily holding the turn signal button
(instead of just pressing). Then, when the
maneuver is complete, the turn signal remains
on. If Automatic Turn Signals is set to O, you
must cancel the turn signal manually by
pressing the turn signal button after
maneuvers such as a merge, lane change, or
fork in the roadway.
finish making a turn). You can
Model X
first
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When a turn signal is
operating, the
corresponding
indicator lights up on
the instrument panel
and you can hear a
clicking sound.
Hazard Warning Flashers
To turn on the hazard warning flashers, press
the button on the drive mode selector located
at the front of the center console. All turn
signals
flash. Press again to turn o.
Lights
NOTE: Hazard warning flashers operate even
without a key nearby.
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Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
The instrument panel changes depending on whether Model X is:
• O or Parked (shown below).
• Driving (see Instrument Panel - Driving on page 73).
• Charging (see Charging Instructions on page 206).
When Model X is o or Parked, the instrument panel shows remaining estimated range, vehicle
status, and outside temperature.
When the car is o and you initially press the brake, indicator lights flash briefly along the
1.
top of the instrument panel. Unless an indicator light applies to a current situation, it should
turn
o. If an indicator light fails to turn on or o, refer to Indicator Lights on page 74.
2. An image of your car and its accompanying status (such as lights on, door open, etc.).
3. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can
display the percentage of battery energy remaining. To do so, touch Controls > Display >
Energy Display.
NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use estimates as a general guideline
only.
Estimated outside temperature.
4.
5. Pay attention to instructions or important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are
in eect, you can view information about them by touching Controls and then touching the
bell icon located at the top of the screen.
6. Currently selected drive mode: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive. If Auto Shift out of Park is
enabled, Drive or Reverse is automatically selected (based on sensor input) and displayed
on the instrument panel when the driver's door is closed and seatbelt is buckled (see
Shift out of Park on page 65).
7. Current time of day.
Auto
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Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel - Driving
When Model X is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current driving
status and a real-time visualization of the road as detected by the Autopilot components (see
About Autopilot on page 105). The visualization automatically zooms in and out based on the
detected road type.
NOTE: Touch Controls > Autopilot > Full Self-Driving Visualization Preview (if equipped) to
display more details about the roadway and its surroundings, such as road markings, stop lights,
objects (such as trash cans and poles), etc.
1. The instrument panel displays your location on a map, a wiper menu, Auto Shift out of Park
instructions, etc. When a navigation route is active, the upcoming portion of the route
displays.
2. The speed limit (if available) that is currently being detected by Speed Assist (see Speed
Assist on page 148).
3. Current driving speed.
The currently set cruising speed. When Trac-Aware Cruise Control is available but you
4.
haven't set a cruising speed by engaging
is gray (see Trac-Aware Cruise Control on page 108).
5. Autosteer is actively steering Model X. When Autosteer is available but you haven't
activated it, the icon is gray (see Autosteer on page 114).
When navigating, upcoming instructions in the navigation route appear here.
6.
7. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can
display the percentage of battery energy remaining (touch Controls > Display > Energy
Display).
NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use estimates as a general guideline
only.
8. Surrounding road users are shown in their corresponding locations.
Trac-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer, the icon
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Instrument Panel
WARNING: Although the instrument panel shows surrounding trac, some vehicles
may not be displayed. Never rely on the instrument panel to determine if a vehicle is
present (for example, in your blind spot). Always use your mirrors and perform
shoulder checks.
9. Your Model X.
10. The power meter displays real-time power usage. During acceleration, the bar fills to the
right with a gray color (or white if the display is dark) to represent power being used. During
deceleration (when
pedal), the bar fills to the left with a green color to represent power being fed back to the
Battery by regenerative braking (see Regenerative Braking on page 79).
11. When Autosteer is active and detects the driving lane, it is highlighted in blue (see
Autosteer on page 114). Depending on the current driving scenario, you may see
neighboring lanes.
NOTE: In situations where Autosteer is unable to detect lane markings, the driving lane is
determined based on the vehicle you are following.
NOTE: If Navigate on Autopilot is active, the driving lane displays as a single blue line in
front of
Model X (see Navigate on Autopilot on page 120).
Model X is moving and you release your foot from the accelerator
Indicator Lights
Indicator lights display along the top of the
instrument panel to show status and alert you
of specific vehicle conditions.
Indicator Description
A brake system fault is
detected or the brake fluid
level is low. See Braking
and Stopping on page
78. Contact Tesla
immediately.
A brake booster fault has
been detected. See
Braking and Stopping on
page 78.
An ABS (Anti-lock Braking
System) fault is detected.
See Braking and Stopping
on page 78. Contact
Tesla immediately.
Indicator Description
A parking brake fault is
detected. Contact Tesla.
See
Parking Brake on
page 80.
The parking brake is
manually applied. See
Parking Brake on page
80.
Tire pressure warning. The
pressure of a tire is out of
range. If a fault with the
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) is
detected, the indicator
flashes. For a TPMS fault,
contact Tesla. See
Care and Maintenance on
page 215.
A seat belt for an
occupied seat is not
fastened. See
on page 38.
Tire
Seat Belts
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Instrument Panel
Indicator Description
Airbag safety. If this red
indicator does not flash on
briefly when Model X
prepares to drive, or if it
remains on, contact Tesla
immediately. See Airbags
on page 50.
Front fog lights are on, if
equipped. See Lights on
page 68.
Parking lights (side
marker lights, tail lights,
and license plate lights)
are on. See Lights on page
68.
Low beam headlights are
on.
High beam headlights are
on. Illuminates when high
beams are on but the
Auto High Beam setting is
turned o or if the Auto
High Beam setting is
turned on but is
temporarily unavailable.
See
High Beam Headlights
on page 69.
High beam headlights are
currently turned on, and
Auto High Beam is ready
to turn o the high beams
if light is detected in front
of Model X. See High
Beam Headlights on page
69.
High beam headlights are
temporarily turned o
because Auto High Beam
is on and is detecting light
in front of Model X. When
light is no longer
detected, the high beams
Indicator Description
automatically turn back
on. See High Beam
Headlights on page 69.
If a fault is detected with
the Adaptive Front
Lighting this indicator
displays, if equipped. See
Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS) on page 70.
This indicator flashes
amber when the
electronic stability control
systems are actively
minimizing wheel spin by
controlling brake pressure
and motor power. See
Traction Control on page
82. If this indicator
remains on, a fault is
detected and you should
immediately contact Tesla.
If a fault is detected that
reduces the performance
of the air suspension
system, this amber
indicator light displays
(see Air Suspension on
page 183). If the problem
persists, contact Tesla.
If a fault is detected that
disables the air
suspension system, this
red indicator light displays
(see Air Suspension on
page 183). Contact Tesla.
Vehicle Hold is actively
applying the brakes. See
Vehicle Hold on page 85.
Electronic stability control
systems are no longer
minimizing wheel spin.
See Traction Control on
page 82.
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Instrument Panel
Indicator Description
Model X is in Transport
mode and can roll freely. It
does not automatically
shift into Park when you
exit. See Activate
Transport Mode on page
251.
Trailer mode (if equipped)
is active. See Towing and
Accessories on page 92.
A blue snowflake appears
when some of the energy
stored in the Battery may
not be available due to
cold weather conditions.
During these cold weather
conditions, charging rates
may also be limited. If
Model X is plugged in, you
can heat your Battery by
turning on climate control
with the mobile app. The
snowflake disappears
when the Battery is
suciently warm.
Vehicle power is currently
being limited because the
energy remaining in the
Battery is low, the
vehicle's systems are
being heated or cooled, or
an error is detected by the
drive inverter.
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Wipers and Washers
You can access wiper settings by touching
the wiper button on the steering yoke or
touching Controls > Wipers.
Press the wiper button on the steering yoke
to wipe the windshield.
Press and hold the wiper button to spray
washer
fluid onto the windshield. After
releasing the button, the wipers perform two
additional wipes then, depending on vehicle
and environmental conditions, a third wipe a
few seconds later. You can also press and
hold the wiper button for a continuous spray
of washer
after you release.
Whenever you press the wiper button, the
instrument panel displays the wiper menu,
allowing you to adjust wiper settings. Roll the
left scroll button on the
down to choose your desired setting.
fluid—the wipers perform the wipes
steering yoke up or
Wipers and Washers
◦ Auto
- Model X detects whether or
not it is raining. When liquid is
detected on the windshield, Model X
determines the optimal frequency of
the wipers. If Model X does not detect
liquid on the windshield, the wipers
do not operate.
NOTE: For vehicles manufactured
after approximately February 13,
2022, Autosteer requires wipers to be
set to Auto. This setting is automatic
and you cannot change it.
◦ I - Intermittent, slow.
II - Intermittent, fast.
◦
III - Continuous, slow.
◦
IIII - Continuous, fast.
◦
NOTE: If you choose Auto and the ability
to detect liquid on the windshield
becomes unavailable, the wiper setting
reverts to the most recently used manual
setting. If a manual setting cannot be
determined, the wipers turn
NOTE: You can also adjust the windshield
wiper speed and frequency using voice
commands (see
page 185).
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of
damaging the wipers, do not leave
the wipers set to Auto when
washing Model X.
Voice Commands on
o.
Turn the wipers o.
1.
Choose how you want the wipers to
2.
operate:
Periodically check and clean the edge of the
wiper blades. If a blade is damaged, replace it
immediately. For details on checking and
replacing wiper blades, see
Washer Jets on page 226.
CAUTION:
hood, ensure that the hood is fully
closed before activating the
windshield wipers.
CAUTION:
windshield before turning the wipers
on. Ice has sharp edges that can
damage the rubber on the wiper
blades.
CAUTION:
that the wiper blades are not frozen or
adhered to the windshield.
To avoid damaging the
Remove ice from the
In harsh climates, ensure
Wiper Blades and
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Braking and Stopping
Braking Systems
WARNING: Properly functioning
braking systems are critical to ensure
safety. If you experience a problem
with the brake pedal, brake calipers, or
any component of a Model X braking
system, contact Tesla immediately.
Model X has an anti-lock braking system
(ABS) that prevents the wheels from locking
when you apply maximum brake pressure.
This improves steering control during heavy
braking in most road conditions.
During emergency braking conditions, the
ABS constantly monitors the speed of each
wheel and varies the brake pressure
according to the grip available.
The alteration of brake pressure can be felt as
a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal.
This demonstrates that the ABS is operating
and is not a cause for concern. Keep
steady pressure on the brake pedal while
experiencing the pulsing.
The ABS indicator briefly
flashes yellow on the
instrument panel when you
first start Model X. If this
indicator lights up at any
other time, an ABS fault has
occurred and the ABS is not
operating. Contact Tesla.
The braking system remains
fully operational and is not
aected by an ABS failure.
However, braking distances
may increase. Drive
cautiously and avoid heavy
braking.
If the instrument panel
displays this red brake
indicator at any time other
than briefly when you first
start Model X, a brake
system fault is detected, or
the level of the brake fluid is
low. Contact Tesla
immediately. Apply steady
pressure and keep the
brakes
firm to bring the
vehicle to a stop when safe
to do so.
firm and
The instrument panel
displays this yellow brake
indicator if a brake booster
fault is detected. Apply
steady pressure and keep
the brakes firm to stop the
vehicle when safety permits.
Hydraulic Boost
Compensation will be active
(see
Hydraulic Boost
Compensation on page
79).
Emergency Braking
In an emergency, fully press the brake pedal
and maintain firm pressure, even on low
traction surfaces. The ABS varies the braking
pressure to each wheel according to the
amount of traction available. This prevents
wheels from locking and ensures that you
stop as safely as possible.
WARNING: Do not pump the brake
pedal. Doing so interrupts operation
of the ABS and can increase braking
distance.
WARNING: Always maintain a safe
distance from the vehicle in front of
you and be aware of hazardous
driving conditions. While the ABS can
improve stopping distance, it cannot
overcome the laws of physics. It also
does not prevent the danger of
hydroplaning (where a layer of water
prevents direct contact between the
tires and the road).
CAUTION: Automatic Emergency
Braking (see Automatic Emergency
Braking on page 145) may intervene
to automatically brake in situations
where a collision is considered
imminent. Automatic Emergency
Braking is not designed to prevent a
collision. At best, it can minimize the
impact of a frontal collision by
attempting to reduce your driving
speed. Depending on Automatic
Emergency Braking to avoid a collision
can result in serious injury or death.
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Dynamic Brake Lights (if equipped)
If you are driving over 30 mph (50 km/h) and
brake forcefully (or if Automatic Emergency
Braking engages), the brake lights flash
quickly to warn other drivers that Model X is
rapidly slowing down. If Model X stops
completely, the hazard warning lights flash.
Flashing continues until you press the
accelerator or manually press the hazard
lights button to turn them o (see Hazard
Warning Flashers on page 71).
NOTE: When towing a trailer (if applicable),
the brake lights on the trailer also operate as
described above, even when the trailer is not
equipped with a separate braking system.
WARNING: When towing a trailer (if
applicable), always increase your
following distance. Sudden braking
may result in skidding, jack-knifing,
and loss of control.
Brake Disc Wiping
To ensure brakes remain responsive in cold
and wet weather,
brake disc wiping. When cold and wet
weather is detected, this feature repeatedly
applies an imperceptible amount of brake
force to remove water from the surface of the
brake discs.
Model X is equipped with
Hydraulic Fade Compensation
Model X is equipped with hydraulic fade
compensation. This assists in monitoring
brake system pressure and ABS activity for
instances of reduced brake performance. If
reduced brake performance is detected (for
example, as a result of brake fade, or cold or
wet conditions), you may hear a sound, feel
the brake pedal pull away from your foot, and
notice a strong increase in braking. Brake as
you normally would and continue to press the
brake pedal without releasing or pumping the
brakes.
CAUTION:
functioning properly, stop the vehicle
when safety permits and contact Tesla
Service.
If brakes are not
WARNING:
driving distance from the vehicle in
front of you and exercise caution
when driving conditions are
hazardous. Brake disc wiping and
hydraulic fade compensation is not a
substitute for adequately applying the
brakes.
Always maintain a safe
Hydraulic Boost Compensation
Model X is equipped with a brake booster
that activates the brakes when the brake
pedal is pressed. Hydraulic boost
compensation provides mechanical assistance
if the brake booster fails. If a brake booster
failure is detected, the brake pedal feels
stier to press and you may hear a sound
when you press the brake pedal. To stop
Model X, apply steady force to the brake
pedal without releasing or pumping. Drive
cautiously and maintain a safe distance from
other road users—brake pedal responsiveness
and braking performance may be degraded.
Regenerative Braking
Whenever Model X is moving and your foot is
o the accelerator, regenerative braking slows
down the vehicle and feeds any surplus
power 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.
Vehicle deceleration due to regenerative
braking may vary depending on the current
state of the Battery. For example,
regenerative braking may be limited if the
Battery is cold or is already fully charged.
The power meter (a thin horizontal line
centered at the bottom of the instrument
panel) displays real-time power usage:
1. The left side of the power meter
represents power generated from
regenerative braking, or power that is
used to slow down the vehicle. Power
being fed back to the Battery displays in
green whereas power used by the regular
braking system displays in gray.
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2. The right side of the power meter shows
power that is used to accelerate the
vehicle. During acceleration, the power
meter fills to the right with gray to
represent the amount of power being
used.
NOTE: To ensure visibility when the display is
dark, power represented by the gray color
displays as white.
NOTE: Installing winter tires with aggressive
compound and tread design may result in
temporarily-reduced regenerative braking
power. However, your vehicle is designed to
continuously recalibrate itself, and after
changing tires it will increasingly restore
regenerative braking power after some
straight-line accelerations. For most drivers
this occurs after a short period of normal
driving, but drivers who normally accelerate
lightly may need to use slightly harder
accelerations while the recalibration is in
progress.
WARNING: In snowy or icy conditions,
Model X may experience loss of
traction during regenerative braking.
Parking Brake
To engage the parking brake, touch Controls
> Safety > Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen
instructions.
Use the touchscreen to manually release the
parking brake (which also shifts Model X into
Neutral):
1. Touch Controls > Safety.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Parking
Brake. If Model X was previously in Park, it
shifts into Neutral.
When you manually apply
the parking brake using the
touchscreen, 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 on
the instrument panel.
NOTE:
The parking brake operates on the rear
wheels only, and is independent of the pedaloperated brake system.
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 without first jump
starting Model X (see Instructions for
Transporters on page 250).
WARNING: In snowy or icy conditions
the rear wheels may not have
sucient traction to prevent Model X
from sliding down a slope, particularly
if not using winter tires. Avoid parking
on hills in snowy or icy conditions. You
are always responsible for parking
safely.
WARNING: Your Model X may display
an alert if the road is too steep to
safely park on, or if the parking brakes
are not properly engaged. These alerts
are for guidance purposes only and
are not a substitute for the driver’s
judgment of safe parking conditions,
including specific road or weather
conditions. Do not depend on these
alerts to determine whether or not it is
safe to park at any location. You are
always responsible for parking safely.
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 240.
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.
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WARNING: Neglecting to replace
worn brake pads damages the braking
system and can result in a braking
hazard.
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Traction Control
How It Works
The traction control system constantly
monitors the speed of the front and rear
wheels. If Model X experiences a loss of
traction, the system minimizes wheel spin by
controlling brake pressure and motor power.
By default, the traction control system is on.
Under normal conditions, it should remain on
to ensure maximum safety.
This yellow indicator flashes
on the instrument panel
whenever the traction
control system is actively
controlling brake pressure
and motor power to
minimize wheel spin. If the
indicator stays on, a fault is
detected with the traction
control system. Contact
Tesla Service.
WARNING: Traction control cannot
prevent collisions caused by driving
dangerously or turning too sharply at
high speeds.
Allowing Wheel Slip
To allow the wheels to spin at a limited speed,
you can enable Slip Start.
enabled only when Model X is moving
30 mph (48 km/h) or slower. Slip Start
automatically disables when the speed
exceeds 50 mph (80 km/h).
Under normal conditions, Slip Start should
not be enabled. Enable it only in
circumstances where you deliberately want
the wheels to spin, such as:
Slip Start can be
Although Slip Start is automatically disabled
the next time you start Model X, it is strongly
recommended that you disable it immediately
after the circumstances that required you to
enable it have passed.
NOTE: Slip Start can not be enabled when
you are actively using cruise control.
• Starting on a loose surface, such as gravel
or snow.
Driving in deep snow, sand or mud.
•
• Rocking out of a hole or deep rut.
To allow the wheels to spin, touch Controls >
Pedals & Steering > Slip Start.
The
instrument panel
displays an alert message
when Slip Start is enabled.
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How Park Assist Works
Model X has several sensors designed to
detect the presence of objects. When driving
slowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when
parking), the vehicle alerts you if an object is
detected in close proximity of your Model X.
Objects are only detected in your chosen
direction; front objects in Drive, rear objects
in Reverse.
WARNING: You may not be alerted if
Model X rolls freely in the opposite
direction (for example, Park Assist
does not display an alert if Model X
rolls backwards down a hill while in
Drive).
Park Assist
NOTE: Rear sensors are disabled when a
bicycle is detected or
mode.
WARNING: Never depend on Park
Assist to inform you if an area you are
approaching is free of objects and/or
people. Several external factors can
reduce the performance of Park
Assist, causing either no readings or
false readings (see Limitations and
False Warnings on page 84).
Therefore, depending on Park Assist
to determine if Model X is
approaching an obstruction can result
in damage to the vehicle and/or
objects, and can potentially cause
serious injury. Always inspect the area
with your own eyes. When reversing,
perform shoulder checks and use all
mirrors. Park assist does not detect
children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
animals, or objects that are moving,
protruding, located too far above or
below the sensors, or too close or too
far from the sensors. Park Assist is for
guidance purposes only and is not
intended to replace your own direct
visual checks. It is not a substitute for
careful driving.
Model X is in trailer
The sensors are activated when driving slower
than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Visual and Audio Feedback
When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist
view displays on the
instrument panel, showing objects that are in
close proximity to the front and rear of
Model X. This view closes when you shift into
Drive unless an object is detected close to the
front of
Model X, in which case the Park
Assist view closes automatically when your
driving speed exceeds
reversing, visual feedback also displays on the
touchscreen (see Rear Facing Camera(s) on
page 90). You can manually close the park
assist view on the touchscreen by touching
the
X.
left side of the
5 mph (8 km/h). When
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Park Assist
When driving with the Camera app displayed
on the touchscreen, you can switch to the
Park Assist view when driving at speeds
below 5 mph (8 km/h). Touch the button
located in the upper left corner of the Camera
app screen. This is useful if you need
assistance with parallel parking.
If chimes are turned on (see Controlling
Audible Feedback on page 84), an audible
beep sounds as you approach an object. You
can temporarily mute the chime by touching
the speaker icon on the bottom corner of the
Park Assist view.
NOTE: If a sensor is unable to provide
feedback, the
alert message.
instrument panel displays an
CAUTION: Keep sensors clean from
dirt, debris, snow, and ice. Avoid using
a high pressure power washer on the
sensors and do not clean a sensor
with a sharp or abrasive object that
can scratch or damage its surface.
CAUTION: Do not install accessories
or stickers on or near the parking
sensors.
Controlling Audible Feedback
You can use Park Assist with or without
audible feedback. To turn chimes on or o,
touch Controls > Safety > Park Assist Chimes.
To mute the chimes temporarily, touch the
speaker icon in the bottom corner of the Park
Assist view. The chimes are muted until you
shift or drive over
5 mph (8 km/h).
Limitations and False Warnings
The parking sensors may not function
correctly in these situations:
CAUTION:
detected (such as curbs or low
barriers) can move into the blind
spot of the sensors. Model X
cannot alert you about an object
while it is in the blind spot of the
sensors.
•
Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, or
fog) are interfering with sensor operation.
• The object is thin (such as a sign post).
• A sensor ’s operating range has been
exceeded.
• The object is sound-absorbing or soft
(such as powder snow).
The object is sloped (such as a sloped
•
embankment).
Model X has been parked in, or being
•
driven in, extremely hot or cold
temperatures.
The sensors are aected by other
•
electrical equipment or devices that
generate ultrasonic waves.
You are driving in a location where the
•
sensors' ultrasonic waves are deflected
away from the vehicle (such as driving
next to a wall or pillar).
The object is located too close to the
•
bumper.
• A bumper is misaligned or damaged.
• An object that is mounted to Model X is
interfering with and/or obstructing the
sensor (such as a bike rack or bumper
sticker).
• Model X rolls freely in the opposite
direction you selected (for example, Park
Assist does not display an alert if
rolls backwards down a hill while in Drive).
Shorter objects that are
Model X
• One or more of the ultrasonic sensors or
cameras is damaged, dirty, or obstructed
(such as by mud, ice, or snow, or by a
vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive
products such as wraps, stickers, rubber
coating, etc.).
The object is located below
•
approximately
a curb or low barrier).
8 inches (20 cm) (such as
Other Parking Aids
In addition to Park Assist, when shifted into
Reverse, the backup camera displays a view
of the area behind
Camera(s) on page 90).
Model X (see Rear Facing
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When Model X is stopped, Vehicle Hold can
continue to apply the brakes even after you
remove your foot from the brake pedal. When
driving on a hill or on a flat surface, brake as
you normally would. After coming to a
complete stop, simply press the brake pedal
again (until the instrument panel displays the
Vehicle Hold indicator light) to enable Vehicle
Hold. You can then release the brake pedal
and remain stopped, even on a hill.
This indicator displays on
the instrument panel
whenever Vehicle Hold is
actively braking Model X.
To disengage Vehicle Hold, press the
accelerator pedal or press and release the
brake pedal.
NOTE: Shifting into Neutral also disengages
Vehicle Hold.
NOTE: After actively braking Model X for
approximately ten minutes, Model X shifts
into Park and Vehicle Hold cancels.
also shifts into Park if it detects that the
driver has left the vehicle.
Model X
Vehicle Hold
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Acceleration Modes
Touch Controls > Pedals & Steering >
Acceleration to choose a preferred
acceleration mode:
• Chill limits acceleration for a slightly
smoother and gentler ride.
NOTE: When Chill is selected, Chill
displays on the instrument panel, above
the driving speed.
• Sport provides the normal level of
acceleration.
• Insane (called Plaid on performance
vehicles) (if equipped) provides access to
the maximum level of acceleration
immediately available.
NOTE: Using the increased torque and
power available in Insane or Plaid mode
can reduce range and eciency.
NOTE: Insane or Plaid strives to keep the
Battery within an optimal temperature
range. In addition to heating the Battery,
these settings also cool the battery when
necessary (for example, while driving at
high speeds, during rapid acceleration,
driving for long periods, etc.).
In addition, Model X features Drag Strip Mode.
Using Drag Strip Mode to precondition your
Model X is useful before a short distance race.
Drag Strip Mode
WARNING:
designed for use on closed circuit
driving courses only. It is the driver’s
responsibility to ensure that driving
style and acceleration do not
endanger or inconvenience other road
users.
Drag Strip Mode is
How to Launch the Vehicle
The touchscreen provides visual instructions
on how to launch:
1. Touch Controls > Pedals & Steering >
Drag Strip Mode.
Wait for the instrument panel to indicate
2.
that the vehicle is Peak Performance
Ready.
With Model X shifted into Drive and at a
3.
complete stop,
pedal with your left foot, then fully press
the accelerator pedal.
Once step 3 is complete, the front
4.
suspension begins lowering into a
"cheetah stance".
Wait for the instrument panel to indicate
5.
that Drag Strip Mode is Ready to Launch.
Once you see "Cheetah Stance Enabled"
6.
and "Ready to launch" on the instrument
panel, release the brake pedal to launch
the vehicle.
firmly hold the brake
Drag Strip Mode preconditions the Battery
and drive unit to ideal operating temperatures
for timed acceleration.
Strip Mode for three hours, even if you leave
the vehicle. After three hours, the feature
times out to prevent unnecessary energy
consumption (for example, you leave the
vehicle and forget to cancel Drag Strip Mode).
When using Drag Strip Mode, Model X
consumes more energy to keep the Battery
within an optimal temperature range.
Cancel Drag Strip Mode at any time by
toggling Drag Strip Mode o.
NOTE: Drag Strip Mode automatically
disables Slip Start when enabled.
Model X stays in Drag
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Displaying Trip Information
Trip information displays on the touchscreen
when you touch Controls > Trips. For the
current trip, you can display distance,
duration and average energy usage. You can
also show distance and total and average
energy used since your last charge and for
additional trips.
To name or rename a trip, touch the trip's
name, enter a new name for the trip, then
press Save. To reset a particular trip meter,
touch its associated Reset button.
Odometer
To display the odometer, touch Controls >
Software or open the mobile app.
Trip Information
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Getting Maximum Range
Factors Aecting Energy
Consumption
While driving:
• Elevated driving speed.
•
Environmental conditions such as cold or
hot weather and wind.
• Using climate controls to heat or cool the
cabin.
• Uphill travel: Driving uphill requires more
energy and depletes range at a faster
rate. However, driving downhill allows
your vehicle to regain a portion of its
expended energy through regenerative
braking (see
page 79).
Short trips or stop-and-go trac: It takes
•
energy to bring the cabin and Battery to a
specified temperature when starting the
vehicle. You may see a higher average
consumption when the vehicle is used for
very short trips or in heavy
Heavy cargo load.
•
Windows rolled down.
•
Wheels and tires not maintained.
•
Customized settings or third-party
•
accessories (roof or trunk racks, thirdparty wheels).
While parked and not plugged in to a charger:
• Preconditioning the cabin or using climate
controls.
• Summon.
• Vehicle infotainment and climate controls
system.
• Sentry mode.
• Tesla or third-party mobile app requests.
Regenerative Braking on
trac.
Tips to Maximize Range
You can maximize your driving range using
the same driving habits you use to conserve
fuel in a gasoline-powered vehicle. To achieve
maximum range:
• Slow down your driving and avoid
frequent and rapid acceleration. Consider
using Chill Mode (touch Controls > Pedals
& Steering > Acceleration) and Speed
Assist (see Speed Assist on page 148) to
assist in controlling your acceleration and
speed.
•
If safe to do so, modulate the accelerator
pedal instead of using the brake pedal
when gradually slowing down. Whenever
Model X is moving and you are not
pressing the accelerator pedal,
regenerative braking slows down the
vehicle and feeds surplus energy back to
the Battery (see
page 79).
Limit the use of resources such as heating
•
and air conditioning. Using seat and
steering yoke heaters (if equipped) to
keep warm is more ecient than heating
the cabin using climate controls.
With your vehicle plugged in, use the
•
mobile app to precondition your vehicle
to ensure the cabin is at a comfortable
temperature and windows are defrosted
(if needed) before your drive by touching
Climate > On and customizing your
preferences (see
199).
Touch Schedule, available on both the
•
charging and climate control screens, to
set a time when you want your vehicle to
be ready to drive (see
Charging and Scheduled Departure on
page 210).
• Ensure the wheels are aligned to
specification, the tires are kept at the
recommended inflation pressures (see
Tire Care and Maintenance on page 215),
and are rotated when needed (see
Maintenance on page 213).
• Lighten your load by removing any
unnecessary cargo.
• Fully raise all windows.
• Features such as Sentry Mode and Cabin
Overheat Protection can impact range.
Disable features when not needed.
To prevent an excessive amount of energy
•
consumption while the vehicle is idle,
keep the vehicle plugged in when not in
use.
Regenerative Braking on
Mobile App on page
Scheduled
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Getting Maximum Range
• Minimize the use of DC chargers (such as
Superchargers) for optimal Battery
health.
It is normal for estimated range to decrease
slightly over the first few months before
leveling o. Over time, you may see a gradual,
but natural, decrease in range at full charge –
this depends on factors such as
Supercharging regularly or the mileage and
age of the Battery. Your Model X will inform
you in the unlikely event a hardware issue is
causing excessive Battery or range
degradation.
Range Assurance
The driving range displayed in Model X is an
estimate of the remaining battery energy
based on EPA-rated consumption. It may not
account for your personal driving patterns or
external conditions. The displayed range on
the
instrument panel may decrease faster
than the actual distance driven.
NOTE: Rated driving range is based on EPArated consumption in the United States, which
deviates from tests advertised and performed
in other jurisdictions.
Model X helps protect you against running
out of energy. Your vehicle continuously
monitors its energy level and proximity to
known charging locations.
Trip Planner (if available in your market
region) routes you through Supercharger
locations to minimize the amount of time you
spend charging and driving. To enable, touch
Controls > Navigation > Trip Planner (see Trip
Planner on page 172).
Touch
Chargers in the
Navigation search bar to
toggle between types of
chargers, including
Superchargers and
destination charging sites.
When you are at risk of driving beyond the
range of known charging locations, the
touchscreen displays a message giving you
the opportunity to display a list of charging
locations that are within range. When you
select a charging location from the list,
Model X provides navigation instructions and
the turn-by-turn direction list displays the
predicted amount of energy that will remain
when you arrive at the charging destination.
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Rear Facing Camera(s)
Camera Location
Model X is equipped with a rear view camera
located above the rear license plate.
Whenever you shift into Reverse, the
touchscreen displays the view from the
camera. Lines show your driving path based
on the position of the
lines adjust as you move the steering yoke.
Model X also displays images from the side
cameras. Simply swipe up or down to hide or
show the side camera views.
NOTE: Visual feedback from the parking
sensors also appear on the instrument panel
(see Park Assist on page 83).
steering yoke. These
To display the view from the
rear view cameras at any
time, open the app launcher
and touch the Camera app.
WARNING:
cameras to inform you if the area
behind you is free of objects and/or
people. The cameras may not detect
objects or barriers that can potentially
cause damage or injury. In addition,
several external factors can reduce the
performance of the cameras, including
a dirty or obstructed lens. Therefore,
depending on the cameras to
determine if Model X is approaching
an obstruction can result in damage to
the vehicle and/or objects and can
potentially cause serious injury.
Always inspect the area with your own
eyes. When reversing, perform
shoulder checks and use all mirrors.
Use the cameras for guidance
purposes only. It is not intended to
replace your own direct visual checks
and is not a substitute for careful
driving.
Never depend on the
Cleaning a Camera
To ensure a clear picture, the camera lens
must be clean and free of obstructions.
Remove any build-up of dirt or debris by
spraying water onto the camera lens with a
spray bottle or pressure washer.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove
dirt or debris by wiping an exposed
lens with your hands or a cloth. This
debris can damage the surface of the
lens when rubbed against it during
wiping.
CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based
or abrasive cleaners. Doing so can
damage the surface of the lens.
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Pedestrian Warning System
The Pedestrian Warning System (if equipped)
causes Model X to emit sound when driving
below approximately 19 mph (32 km/h) or
while driving in reverse. Electric vehicles
operate quietly and this sound helps to alert
pedestrians of your oncoming vehicle. The
sound, which activates whenever Model X is
shifted out of Park, gets louder as speed
increases.
WARNING: If sound cannot be heard,
pedestrians may not be aware of your
oncoming vehicle, which may increase
the likelihood of a collision resulting in
serious injury or death. If the
Pedestrian Warning System is not
operating, immediately contact Tesla.
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Towing and Accessories
The towing package allows you to tow a
trailer with your Model X. It also allows you to
carry skis, snowboards, bicycles, etc. by
attaching an accessory carrier to the hitch.
Carrying Accessories
The Model X towing package has a 2" hitch
receiver that can support an accessory carrier.
The hitch receiver is designed to support
vertical loads of up to 120 lbs (54 kg). When
carrying bicycles or other items on the Model
X hitch, always check to ensure that the
maximum weight is not exceeded. When
calculating weight, remember to include the
weight of the accessory carrier.
assuming the carrier weighs 40 lbs, the
weight threshold is sucient for carrying two
bicycles weighing approximately 40 lbs each,
or four bicycles weighing approximately 20
lbs each.
CAUTION: The Model X hitch is
designed to support up to 120 lbs (54
kg). Exceeding this maximum weight
can cause significant damage.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to install a
carrier on a Model X that is not
equipped with the towing package.
Doing so can cause significant
damage.
To install and use an accessory carrier, the
tow hitch must be connected (see
Connecting the Tow Hitch on page 97).
Then follow the instructions provided with
your accessory carrier. Observe all regulations
and legal requirements in your state/region
that apply to carrying accessories.
The Model X towing package includes the
wiring necessary for using an accessory
carrier equipped with lights (
Connections on page 100). The package also
includes Trailer Mode software (see Trailer
Mode on page 95).
For example,
see Electrical
When carrying accessories, periodically
confirm that the accessory carrier and its
cargo remain secure at all times, and if
applicable, that the lights on the accessory
carrier are working.
NOTE: Go to www.tesla.com to purchase
accessories for your Model X. Although thirdparty products are available, Tesla
recommends and supports only Teslaapproved products (see Parts and
Accessories on page 231). The accessory
products available for your Model X vary
based on market region. Before attempting to
install a non-Tesla carrier, review the product
information to ensure compatibility.
NOTE: When not in use, the hitch receiver
should be removed and stored in a dry
location to prevent rust and corrosion. Keep
the dust cover over the hitch housing to
prevent dirt and debris from entering (see
Disconnecting the Tow Hitch on page 99).
CAUTION: A carrier may obscure your
view from the rear view mirror, the
rear camera(s), and/or the rear
ultrasonic sensors. In addition, some
Autopilot features may not function as
expected.
WARNING: Tesla assumes no
responsibility for damage or injuries
resulting from installing and using an
accessory carrier, for any omissions in
the instructions accompanying an
accessory carrier, or for your failure to
follow the instructions. Damage
caused by using an accessory carrier
is not covered by the warranty.
When you connect an
accessory carrier's wiring
harness, Model X detects a
connection for trailer lights
and this indicator illuminates
on the instrument panel.
Trailer Mode is disabled.
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Towing Capacity
The total trailer weight (including all cargo and additional equipment), and the trailer tongue
weight, must never exceed the following:
Tires Maximum Towing Capacity* Maximum Tongue Weight**
275/45R20 110 V / Y
SAE Class III – 5000 lb (2300 kg)
SAE Class III – 500 lb (230 kg)
285/35R22 106 W
*Tesla recommends a separate braking system on trailers with a loaded weight of over 1000 lbs
(450 kg). The braking system must be appropriate for the weight of the trailer. Follow the
instructions provided by the trailer brake manufacturer to ensure that trailer brakes are properly
installed, adjusted, and maintained.
**The tongue weight is the downward force that the weight of the trailer exerts on the hitch. It
must not be less than 10% of the trailer load. Carrying a significant amount of equipment,
passengers, or cargo in the tow vehicle can reduce the tongue weight it can handle, which also
reduces the maximum towing capacity. Maximum towing capacity is calculated assuming the
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is not exceeded. The GVWR is printed on the Vehicle
Certification Label (see Vehicle Certification Label on page 234).
NOTE: If the towing capacity on the hitch label conflicts with the information provided in this
owner's manual, this owner's manual takes precedence.
WARNING: Do not overload the vehicle or trailer. Doing so can cause poor performance,
vehicle damage and loss of vehicle control, resulting in serious injury.
WARNING: Do not use the trailer hitch to tow/transport Model X.
CAUTION: Tesla assumes no responsibility for damage or injuries resulting from towing a
trailer, for any errors or omissions in the instructions accompanying towing equipment,
or for your failure to follow the proper instructions. Damage caused by towing a trailer is
not covered by the warranty.
SAE Class II - 3500 lb (1588 kg)
SAE Class II – 350 lb (158 kg)
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Towing and Accessories
Tire Pressures when Towing
When towing a trailer, tire pressures must be
adjusted to accommodate the additional load.
Keep tires inflated to the pressures shown
below (these pressures override the pressures
that are provided on the Tire and Loading
information label):
Front Tires Rear Tires Cold Tire
255/45R20
265/45R20
265/35ZR22 285/35ZR22 50 psi (345
WARNING: Check tire pressures using
an accurate pressure gauge when tires
are cold. Driving one mile (1.6 km)
warms the tires suciently to aect
tire pressures. Parking the vehicle in
direct sunlight or in hot weather can
also aect tire pressures. If you must
check warm tires, expect increased
pressures. Do not let air out of warm
tires in an attempt to match
recommended cold tire pressures. A
hot tire at or below the recommended
cold tire inflation pressure is
dangerously under-inflated.
WARNING: Never attempt to tow a
trailer when a Model X tire is faulty or
has been inflated using a tire repair kit.
A temporarily repaired tire is not
designed to sustain the towing load.
Towing using a faulty or temporarily
repaired tire can result in tire failure
and loss of vehicle stability.
275/45R20 46 psi (320
Inflation
Pressure
kPa)
kPa)
Before Towing a Trailer
Before towing a trailer, you must do the
following:
Inflate tires to the cold tire inflation
•
pressure specified in Tire Pressures when
Towing.
• Ensure your vehicle's Adaptive
Suspension Damping is set to Advanced,
then set the Suspension height to Medium
height (touch Controls > Suspension >
Medium).
• Observe all regulations and legal
requirements in your state/region that
apply to trailer towing. Failure to comply
with regulations can compromise your
safety.
• Adjust side mirrors to provide a clear
rearward view without a significant blind
spot.
• Engage Trailer Mode (see Trailer Mode on
page 95).
Confirm the following:
Model X rests horizontally with the trailer
•
attached. If the vehicle is tipped up at the
front, and down at the rear, check that
you are not exceeding the maximum
towing capacity and tongue loads
provided in Carrying Capacity.
All trailer hitch parts and attachments ,
•
safety chains, and electrical connectors
are in good condition and are properly
connected. If any problems are apparent,
do not tow the trailer.
• Trailer lights (brake lights, turn signal
lights, and marker lights) are working
properly.
• The trailer tongue is securely connected
to the hitch ball.
• Safety chains are properly connected
between the trailer and the tow vehicle.
Cross the safety chains under the tongue
of the trailer to help prevent the tongue
from contacting the road if it separates
from the hitch. Leave enough slack in the
safety chains to allow for turns and
ensure that the chains can never drag on
the ground.
• All cargo is secured.
• Wheel chocks are available.
• The trailer load is evenly distributed such
that the trailer tongue weight is
approximately
weight, without exceeding the maximum
tongue weights provided in Carrying
Capacity.
10% of the total trailer
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• If the trailer is equipped with a separate
braking system, check that the brakes
work and are properly adjusted. To
provide safe stopping ability, you must
balance the trailer brakes with the vehicle
brakes.
NOTE: For general information about trailer
safety provided by the National Highway
Trac Safety Administration, go to: http://
www.nhtsa.gov/cars/problems/Equipment/
towing/Towing.pdf.
WARNING: The trailer tongue weight
must be approximately 10% of the
total trailer weight without exceeding
the maximum tongue weights
provided in Carrying Capacity. Loads
that are balanced over the wheels or
heavier in the rear can cause trailer
sway, resulting in loss of vehicle
control.
WARNING: Always ensure that cargo
is secured in the trailer and will not
shift. Dynamic load shifts can cause
loss of vehicle control, resulting in
serious injury or death.
Trailer Mode
Trailer Mode must always be active when
towing a trailer. When you connect a trailer's
electrical connection, Model X automatically
engages Trailer Mode. When you disconnect
the trailer's electrical connection, Trailer Mode
disengages. To engage or exit Trailer Mode
manually, touch
> Trailer Mode on the touchscreen. One of the
following indicators display on the instrument
panel:
Controls > Pedals & Steering
Trailer Mode is active.
Model X detects a
connection for trailer lights
but Trailer Mode is disabled.
It is likely that a carrying
accessory has been
connected.
Model X detects a faulty
electrical connection for the
trailer lights. Some, or all,
trailer lights may not be
functioning. Pull over as
soon as safety permits and
inspect the trailer lights for
faulty cabling or
connections. If the issues are
resolved and the red icon
still persists, turn Trailer
Mode
o and on again.
Some Autopilot features (Autosteer, Summon,
Lane Assist, etc.), as well as rear parking
sensor functionality, may not be available
when Trailer Mode is enabled. In addition,
some features may operate
example:
Trac-Aware Cruise Control increases the
•
following distance from the car in front of
you.
The air suspension system will not make
•
speed-based adjustments from
to Low.
The air suspension system does not
•
automatically raise ride height based on
saved locations.
Side collision warnings are active but
•
automatic steering interventions are
disabled.
• The braking force provided by Automatic
Emergency Braking (see Collision
Avoidance Assist on page 144) is
significantly limited.
WARNING:
detect the trailer and automatically
engage Trailer Mode. Always check
that Trailer Mode is engaged before
towing a trailer.
WARNING:
should you exit Trailer Mode when
towing a trailer. Doing so can cause
serious injury and/or death.
WARNING:
setting to appropriately match the
height of the hitch with the height of
the trailer. You must choose a trailer
hitch and trailer that have the
appropriate height for suitable axle
loading and trailer balance.
Do not rely on Model X to
Under no circumstances
Do not use the suspension
dierently. For
Medium
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Trailer Brakes
When towing a loaded trailer that weighs
more than 1000 lbs (450 kg), Tesla
recommends that the trailer be equipped with
its own brake system adequate for the weight
of the trailer. Ensure compliance with local
regulations. A brake controller must be
purchased separately, and the required 4-pin
pigtail connector can be ordered from Tesla
Service.
Follow these steps to connect a brake
controller:
Connect the wiring on the brake
1.
controller to the appropriate locations on
the 4-pin pigtail connector.
Peel back the carpet to expose Model X's
3.
4-pin connector on the wiring harness.
Connect the pigtail connector to the
4.
vehicle wiring connector.
1 - Brake control output to trailer
2 - Ground
3 - Brake On Signal
4 - Low Voltage Power (20A)
2. Remove the cover located under the
dashboard in the driver's side foot well.
WARNING:
stopping distance, even when the
trailer is equipped with its own
braking system. When towing,
increase your following distance and
avoid situations that could potentially
cause heavy braking. Failure to do so
can result in a collision.
WARNING:
and legal requirements in your
regional and national jurisdictions that
apply specifically to trailer towing and
brake requirements. Many regions
require a breakaway switch, located
on the tongue of the trailer, to activate
the trailer brakes in the event that the
trailer separates from the vehicle.
Failure to comply with regulations can
compromise your safety.
Towing increases your
Observe all regulations
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WARNING: Follow the instructions
provided by the trailer brake
manufacturer to ensure that trailer
brakes are properly installed, adjusted,
and maintained. Tesla is not
responsible for damages caused by
incorrect installation of trailer braking
systems.
WARNING: Never attempt to connect
trailer brakes directly to the vehicle
braking system. Doing so can cause
damage to the vehicle and the trailer,
and can cause the braking system to
malfunction, resulting in serious injury
or death.
Towing Guidelines
Model X is designed primarily as a passengercarrying vehicle. Towing a trailer puts
additional load on the motor(s), drive train,
brakes, tires, and suspension and
decreases range. If you decide to tow a trailer,
proceed with caution and follow these
general guidelines:
Reduce your driving speed and avoid
•
sudden maneuvers. Keep in mind that
when towing a trailer, steering, stability,
turning radius, stopping distance and
braking performance are
compared to driving without a trailer.
• Increase your following distance by
maintaining at least twice the distance
from a vehicle ahead. This helps to avoid
situations that require heavy braking.
Sudden braking may result in skidding or
jack-knifing, and loss of control.
Avoid sharp turns. Sharp turns can cause
•
the trailer to contact the vehicle and
cause damage. Keep in mind that the
trailer wheels are closer to the inside of
the turn than the vehicle’s wheels.
Therefore, make wider turns to prevent
the trailer from hitting curbs, road signs,
trees or other objects.
• Periodically check the trailer lights and
turn signals to confirm that bulbs are still
working. When towing a trailer, the turn
signal arrows on the vehicle instrument
cluster
flash as normal, even if the bulbs
on the trailer are burned out.
• Periodically confirm the cargo is secure.
Periodically confirm the trailer brakes are
•
working.
significantly
dierent when
• Avoid parking on a grade (see
with a Trailer on page 97).
• Regularly confirm that all towing
components are securely tightened.
Parking
Parking with a Trailer
Whenever possible, avoid parking on a grade.
However, if parking on a grade is absolutely
necessary, place wheel chocks under the
trailer wheels:
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One person presses and holds the brake
pedal.
A second person places the wheel chocks
•
under the wheels on the downgrade side
of the vehicle's tires.
When the chocks are in place, release the
•
brake pedal and ensure the chocks hold
the weight of the vehicle and trailer.
NOTE: When testing chocks, ensure that
Vehicle Hold (see
85) is not engaged. If Vehicle Hold is
braking Model X, the Vehicle Hold
indicator light displays on the instrument
panel. To disengage Vehicle Hold, press
and release the brake pedal.
Place the vehicle in Park.
•
WARNING:
necessary, always ensure that all trailer
wheels have been securely chocked.
Failure to do so can result in serious
damage, injury, or death.
Vehicle Hold on page
If parking on a grade is
Trailer Sway Mitigation
When trailer sway is detected, the Model X
electronic stability control system attempts to
apply the appropriate amount of braking to
minimize trailer sway. The instrument panel
briefly displays the traction control system
indicator. Pressing the brake pedal when the
system is actively braking to mitigate trailer
sway does not cancel this automatic braking.
Connecting the Tow Hitch
The Model X towing package includes a
weight-carrying hitch
removable hitch receiver. When not in use,
the hitch
stored in a dry location to prevent rust and
receiver should be removed and
with a 2” x 2”
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corrosion. Keep the dust cover over the hitch
housing to prevent dirt and debris from
entering.
CAUTION: Always remove the ball
mount before installing or removing
the hitch receiver from the vehicle
(see Attaching and Removing the Ball
Mount on page 100).
WARNING: You must use the Model X
trailer hitch when towing a trailer.
Never attempt to attach a dierent
type of trailer hitch.
NOTE: Always attach safety chains when
towing. Cross the chains under the trailer
tongue and attach to the trailer eyelets to
ensure the security of the trailer load.
NOTE: The maximum permissible rear
overhang for the coupling point is
(1186 mm).
NOTE: The trailer hitch assembly is attached
to the body of the vehicle with 8 nuts.
47 inches
To install the trailer hitch
1. Remove the dust cover from the hitch
housing.
NOTE: Model X may have two push clips
that secure the dust cover to the vehicle.
To open, use a sharp object, such as a
screwdriver, to carefully pry the clips
open. Remove the dust cover.
receiver:
flat
Insert the key into the locking cylinder on
2.
the hitch, and turn the cylinder so the top
of the key is aligned with the “unlocked”
position.
3. Pull the locking cylinder out of the
adapter approximately
turn clockwise until the red marking on
the cylinder aligns with the white dot.
1/8" (0.5 cm), and
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