Tesla Motors 1031503 Central Body Controller User Manual Owners guide

Tesla Motors, Inc Central Body Controller Owners guide

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Overview........................................................................................ 2Interior Overview.........................................................................2Exterior Overview....................................................................... 3Opening and Closing.................................................................4Doors............................................................................................... 4Keyless Locking and Unlocking4Using the Key4Opening Doors from the Interior6Opening and Closing Front Doors from Outside Model X7Opening and Closing Falcon Doors7Interior Locking and Unlocking8Child-protection Lock8Drive-away Locking9Walk-away Locking9Unlocking When the Key Doesn't Work9Windows.......................................................................................10Opening and Closing10Locking Rear Windows10Rear Trunk..................................................................................... 11Opening11Closing11Adjusting the Opening Height11Opening with No Power12Front Trunk...................................................................................13Opening13Closing13Interior Emergency Release14Opening with No Power14Glove Box......................................................................................15Opening and Closing15Cup Holders.................................................................................16Opening and Closing16Seating and Safety Restraints...............................................17Front and Rear Seats............................................................... 17Correct Driving Position17Adjusting the Driver’s Seat17Adjusting Second Row Seats18Accessing Third Row Seats 18Folding Third Row Seats19Cargo Mode19Head Restraints19Seat Heaters19Seat Covers20Seat Belts......................................................................................21Wearing Seat Belts21Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant21Seat Belt Pre-tensioners22Testing Seat Belts22Seat Belt Warnings22Child Safety Seats.................................................................... 23Guidelines for Seating Children23Choosing a Child Safety Seat24Seating Larger Children25Installing Child Safety Seats25Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats25Installing LATCHChild Seats26Attaching Upper Tether Straps27Testing a Child Safety Seat28Warnings - Child Safety Seats28Airbags.........................................................................................30Location of Airbags30How the Airbags Work31Types of Airbags31Passenger Front Airbag32Inflation Eects 32Airbag Warning Indicator33Airbag Warnings33Driving.......................................................................................... 34Driver Profiles............................................................................ 34Creating a Driver Profile 34Restoring a Driver’s Profile 34Saved Driver Settings34Valet Mode34Steering Wheel..........................................................................35Adjusting Position35Adjusting Sensitivity35Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons35Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons36Using Voice Commands36Heated Steering Wheel37Horn37Mirrors...........................................................................................38Adjusting Exterior Side Mirrors38Rear View Mirror38Starting and Powering O.................................................... 39Starting39Powering O 39Gears.............................................................................................40Shifting Gears40Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Tow Mode)40Instrument Panel........................................................................41Instrument Panel Overview41Instrument Panel - Driving44Lights............................................................................................ 46Controlling Lights46High Beam Headlights49Headlights After Exit49Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)49Curb Lights50Turn Signals50Hazard Warning Flashers50Wipers and Washers................................................................ 51Wipers51Washers51Brakes............................................................................................52Braking Systems52Brake Wear52Regenerative Braking53Parking Brake53Traction Control........................................................................ 54How It Works54Park Assist...................................................................................55How Park Assist Works55Visual and Audio Feedback55Controlling Audible Feedback56Limitations and False Warnings56Other Parking Aids56Vehicle Hold................................................................................57Trip Information........................................................................ 58Displaying Trip Information58Getting Maximum Range.......................................................59Driving Tips to Maximize Range59Energy App59Saving Energy59Range Assurance59Rear View Camera.....................................................................61Camera Location61Active Spoiler.............................................................................62Towing a Trailer......................................................................... 63Towing Capacity63Tire Pressures when Towing63Before Towing a Trailer64Trailer Mode64Trailer Brakes65While Towing a Trailer66Parking with a Trailer66Connecting the Trailer Hitch Receiver67Attaching and Removing the Ball Mount68Electrical Connections69Trailer Sway Mitigation69Impact on Range69Using a Bicycle Carrier...........................................................70Supported Bicycle Carriers70Installing a Bicycle Carrier70Impact on Range70Cautions and Warnings70Driver Assistance....................................................................... 71About Driver Assistance......................................................... 71Driver Assistance Components71Driver Assistance Features73Limitations73Cleaning Driver Assistance Components73Trac-Aware Cruise Control...............................................74Operating Trac-Aware Cruise Control74Adjust your following distance75Cruising at the Speed Limit76Changing the Set Speed76Overtake Acceleration76Canceling and Resuming77Summary of Cruise Indicators78Limitations78Autosteer.....................................................................................79Operating Autosteer79Hold Steering Wheel79Take Over Immediately80Canceling Autosteer80Limitations80Auto Lane Change.................................................................... 81Operating Auto Lane Change81Canceling Auto Lane Change82Limitations82Autopark......................................................................................83Operating Autopark83Canceling Autopark83Pausing Autopark83Limitations84Lane Assist..................................................................................85Controlling Lane Assist Warnings86Limitations and Inaccuracies86Collision Avoidance Assist.................................................... 87Forward Collision Warning87Automatic Emergency Braking88Limitations and Inaccuracies89Speed Assist.............................................................................. 90How Speed Assist Works90Controlling Speed Assist90Limitations and Inaccuracies91Using the Touchscreen........................................................... 92Touchscreen Overview........................................................... 92The Big Picture92Controls........................................................................................96Controlling Features96Settings........................................................................................ 99Customizing Your Vehicle99Erasing Personal Data 102Climate Controls..................................................................... 103Overview of Climate Controls103Customizing Climate Control104Ventilation107Climate Control Operating Tips107Smart Air Suspension........................................................... 108Manual Height Adjustments108Location-Based Suspension108Automatic Lowering109Jack Mode109Media and Audio......................................................................110Overview110Volume Control110FM Radio110XM Radio110Internet Radio111Media Settings112Favorites112My Music & Devices112USB Hub Connections11312V Power Socket113Phone............................................................................................114Bluetooth®Compatibility114Pairing a Bluetooth Phone114Importing Contacts114Unpairing a Bluetooth Phone114Connecting to a Paired Phone115Making a Phone Call115Receiving a Phone Call115In Call Options115Maps and Navigation..............................................................116Overview116Using Maps116Starting Navigation116During Navigation116Favorite Destinations118Updated Maps118Calendar...................................................................................... 119Overview119Calendar and Navigation120Security Settings...................................................................... 121About the Security System121HomeLink® Universal Transceiver...................................... 122About HomeLink122Programming HomeLink122Troubleshooting HomeLink122Connecting to Wi-Fi.............................................................. 124Software Updates................................................................... 125Loading New Software125Viewing Release Notes125Mobile App................................................................................ 126Model XMobile App126Charging..................................................................................... 127Electric Vehicle Components............................................. 127High Voltage Components127Charging Equipment128Battery Information................................................................129About the Battery129Battery Care129Charging Instructions............................................................130Opening the Charge Port130Plugging In130During Charging131Stopping Charging131Charge Port Light131Changing Charge Settings132Charging Status133Maintenance..............................................................................134Maintenance Schedule..........................................................134Service Intervals134Daily Checks134Monthly Checks134Fluid Replacement Intervals134High Voltage Safety134Tire Care and Maintenance..................................................135Maintaining Tire Pressures135Inspecting and Maintaining Tires136Replacing Tires and Wheels137Seasonal Tire Types137Driving in Low Temperatures138Using Tire Chains138Tire Pressure Monitoring138Temporary Tire Repair..........................................................140Tire Repair Kit140Inflating with Sealant and Air141Inflating with Air Only142Replacing the Sealant Canister143Cleaning..................................................................................... 144Cleaning the Exterior144Cleaning the Interior145Polishing, Touch Up, and Body Repair146Using a Car Cover146Floor Mats146Wiper Blades and Washer Jets..........................................147Checking and Replacing Wipers147Fluid Reservoirs.......................................................................148Removing the Maintenance Panel148Checking Battery Coolant148Checking Brake Fluid149Topping Up Washer Fluid149Jacking and Lifting..................................................................151Jacking Procedure151Parts and Accessories........................................................... 152Parts, Accessories, and Modifications 152Body Repairs152Specifications........................................................................... 153Identification Labels...............................................................153Vehicle Identification Number153Emission Control Label153Vehicle Loading....................................................................... 154Load Capacity Labeling154Calculating Load Limits155Dimensions and Weights......................................................157Exterior Dimensions157Interior Dimensions158Weights158Subsystems............................................................................... 159Motor159Transmission159Steering159Brakes160Suspension160Battery - 12V160Battery - High Voltage161Wheels and Tires.....................................................................162Wheel Specifications 162Tire Specifications 162Understanding Tire Markings163Uniform Tire Quality Grading165Wheels and Tires Glossary166Roadside Assistance..............................................................167Contacting Roadside Assistance...................................... 167Instructions for Transporters.............................................. 168Use a Flatbed Only168Disable Self-Leveling (air suspension vehicles only)168Activate Tow Mode168Connect the Towing Eye169Pull Onto the Trailer and Secure the Wheels170Consumer Information........................................................... 171About this Owner Information............................................171Illustrations171Errors or Inaccuracies171Location of Components171Document Applicability171Copyrights and Trademarks172Disclaimers.................................................................................173Vehicle Telematics/Data Recorders173Quality Control173California Proposition 65173Reporting Safety Defects.................................................... 174Contacting Tesla174Reporting Safety Defects - US174Reporting Safety Defects - Canada174Declarations of Conformity................................................. 175Key and Passive Unlocking System175Central Body Controller175Tire Pressure Monitoring System175HomeLink176Radio Frequency Information176Contents
1. Interior doors (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 6)2. Trac-Aware Cruise Control (Trac-Aware Cruise Control on page 74) and Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 79)3. High beams (High Beam Headlights on page 49), Turn signals (Turn Signals on page 50),Wipers and washers (Wipers and Washers on page 51)4. Steering wheel buttons - left (Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 35)5. Instrument panel (Instrument Panel on page 41)6. Steering wheel buttons - right (Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 36)7. Gear selector (Shifting Gears on page 40)8. Touchscreen (Touchscreen Overview on page 92)9. Glove box button (Glove Box on page 15)10. Power window switches (Opening and Closing on page 10)11. Exterior mirror adjustment switches (Mirrors on page 38)12. Seats (Front and Rear Seats on page 17)13. Steering column adjuster (hidden from view in the above image) (Steering Wheel on page35)14. Horn (Horn on page 37)15. Brakes (Brakes on page 52)16. Hazard warning lights (Hazard Warning Flashers on page 50)17. Cabin climate control (Climate Controls on page 103)18. Cup holders (Cup Holders on page 16)Interior Overview2 Model X Owner's Manual
1. Exterior lights (Lights on page 46)2. Front doors (Opening and Closing Front Doors from Outside Model X on page 7)3. Falcon doors (Doors on page 4)4. Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 130)5. Active spoiler (Active Spoiler on page 62)6. Forward looking camera (About Driver Assistance on page 71)7. Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 38)8. Radar sensor (hidden from view in the above image)(About Driver Assistance on page 71)9. Hood/Front trunk (Front Trunk on page 13)10. Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires on page 162)11. Rear view camera (Rear View Camera on page 61)12. Rear trunk/liftgate (Rear Trunk on page 11)13. Ultrasonic sensors (Park Assist on page 55 and About Driver Assistance on page 71)Exterior OverviewOverview 3
Keyless Locking and UnlockingLocking and unlocking Model X is convenient.Although you must be carrying a valid key,there's no need to use it. Model X has sensorsthat can recognize the presence of a keywithin a range of approximately three feet(one meter). So you can keep your key in yourpocket or purse and Model X detects it.When you walk up to Model X carrying yourkey, pressing the driver's door handle unlocksall doors and partially opens the driver's door.If the Auto-Present Front Door setting isturned on, the driver's door opensautomatically as you approach Model X.When carrying your key with you, you can alsoopen the rear trunk without having to use thekey. Simply walk up to Model X and press theswitch located under the trunk’s exteriorhandle.Model X also locks automatically. If you setWalk-Away Door Lock to ON, Model X lockswhen you walk away carrying your key withyou (see Walk-away Locking on page 9).While sitting inside Model X, you can use thetouchscreen to open and close doors, lock andunlock doors, trunks, and the charge port.Using the KeyTo quickly familiarize yourself with the key,think of the key as a miniature version ofModel X, with the Tesla badge representingthe front. The key has three buttons on the topthat feel like softer areas on the surface, and ametal button on each side representing thefalcon doors.1. Trunk• Double-click to open the rear trunk.• If equipped with a powered liftgate,double-click to close the rear trunk.You can also single-click to stop theliftgate when it is moving.• If equipped with a motorized chargeport, hold the button down for 1-2seconds to open the charge port door.2. Lock/Unlock All• Double-click to unlock doors and frontand rear trunks. Hazard warning lightsflash twice.• Single-click to lock doors and trunks(all doors and trunks must be closed).Hazard warning lights flash once.• Hold the button down to open/closeall windows.3. Front trunk (also called the "frunk")• Double-click to open the front trunk.4. Falcon doors• Double-click to open/close theassociated falcon door.• Single-click to stop movement of theassociated falcon door. Subsequentlydouble-clicking reverses movement ofthe falcon door. For example if thedoor was opening, it closes, and viceversa.Note: Falcon doors are designed toproactively detect obstacles thatprevent the doors from moving whenan obstacle is detected. To overrideobstacle detection, hold down the topbutton while double-clicking to open/close the door.Warning: Model X falcon doorshave several sensors to detect thepresence of an object in thedoor's path. In most cases, whenan object is detected, the doorstops moving. However, thesensors are unable to detect allareas under all circumstances,particularly when closing,Therefore, you must monitor themovement of falcon doors toensure the door's path ofmovement is free of obstacles,staying prepared at all times toproactively intervene to stop thedoor from contacting an object(including a person). Failure todue so can cause serious damageor bodily injury.Doors4 Model X Owner's Manual
You do not need to point the key at Model X,but you must be within operating range(which varies depending on the strength ofthe key’s battery).If Model X is unable to detect the key, thetouchscreen displays a message indicatingthat a key is not inside. Place the key whereModel X can best detect it, which is below the12V power socket (see Key Not Inside on page39).Radio equipment on a similar frequency canaect the key. If this happens, move the key atleast one foot (30 cm) away from otherelectronic devices (phone, laptop, etc). If thekey does not work, you may need to changeits battery. If the key’s battery is discharged,you can open Model X by following theunlocking procedure (see Unlocking When theKey Doesn't Work on page 9).Caution: Remember to bring the key withyou when you drive. Although you candrive Model X away from its key, you willbe unable to power it back on after itpowers o.Caution: Protect the key from impact,high temperatures, and damage fromliquids. Avoid contact with solvents,waxes and abrasive cleaners.Replacing the Key BatteryThe key’s battery lasts for approximately ayear. When the battery is low, a messagedisplays on the instrument panel. Follow thesesteps to replace it:1. With the key placed button side down ona soft surface, use a small flat-bladed tool,a fingernail, or the Tesla-provided tool* torelease the bottom cover.*For convenience, Tesla provides a specialtool to make it easy to open the batterycover. This tool was included in the boxcontaining your key when Model X wasinitially purchased.Note: If a lanyard is attached to the key(see Attaching a Lanyard on page 6),you can release the bottom cover byplacing your thumb against the "X" on thebottom cover, then firmly pulling thelanyard toward you (hence pushing thekey o of its cover). You can also pry thecover o by placing a small flat-bladedtool, a fingernail, or the Tesla-providedtool against the lanyard cord.2. Remove the battery by sliding it out at anangle.3. Insert the new battery (type CR2354) withthe ‘+’ side facing up.The battery fitssnugly so you must slide it into position atan angle.Note: Wipe the battery clean before fittingand avoid touching the battery's flatsurfaces. Finger marks on the flat surfacesof the battery can reduce battery life.DoorsOpening and Closing 5
4. Holding the cover at an angle, align thetabs on the widest side of the cover withthe corresponding slots on the key, thenpress the cover firmly onto the key until itsnaps into place.Attaching a LanyardThe Model X key supports the use of a smalllanyard. To attach a lanyard, release thebottom cover as described above. Place thelanyard over the pin on the back side of thekey. Re-align the cover and snap into place.Getting More KeysIf you lose a key or require an additional one,contact Tesla. Model X can recognize up toeight keys.When ordering a new key for Model X, take allavailable keys with you for reprogramming.Opening Doors from the InteriorTo open a front door, pull the interior doorhandle toward you.You can also use the touchscreen to open andclose doors when inside an unlocked Model X.Touch Controls > Doors, then choose the dooryou want to open or close.Model X has electronically powered doors.When Model X detects that you have entered,the touchscreen prompts you to close thedoor. Instead of reaching and pulling the doorhandle to close the door, you can simply pressClose on the touchscreen's prompt.Note: To prevent children from opening falcondoors using the interior handles, use thetouchscreen, Controls > Settings > Vehicle >Child Protection Lock, to turn on the child-protection locks (see Child-protection Lock onpage 8).Doors6 Model X Owner's Manual
Opening and Closing Front Doorsfrom Outside Model XModel X doors are electrically powered. Whenyou approach Model X carrying the key, alldoors unlock. To open a door, press thehandle. You can set the driver's door to openautomatically upon your approach. On thetouchscreen, touch Controls > Settings >Vehicle > Auto-Present Front Door > On.Note: If Auto-Present Front Door opens thedoor and you do not use the door within oneminute, or the key is no longer detected, thedoor closes. Just press the door handle againto re-open it.Note: To preserve battery life, Model X isdesigned to temporarily disable the Auto-Present Front Door feature when:• The key has been out of range for morethan 48 hours.• The key remains within range for fiveminutes after all doors are closed.In these cases, touch the handle to open thefront door. There is no need to reset thesetting. The next time you approach Model X,provided the above conditions do not apply,the door automatically opens.If you use the key to unlock Model X morethan twice within one minute, the driver's dooropens, even if the Auto-Present Front Doorsetting is turned o.Note: If the driver's door has automaticallyopened five times but you have not engaged adriving gear, Auto-Present Front Door istemporarily suspended until after you engagea driving gear.Whenever a door is open, the DoorOpen indicator displays on theinstrument panel. The image of theModel X on the touchscreen Controlswindow also shows which door ortrunk is open.When you touch an exterior front door handlewhen the associated door is already open, itcloses.You can close doors manually or by using thetouchscreen. When Model X detects that youhave entered the vehicle, the touchscreendisplays a message asking if you want to closethe doors.Note: The powered front doors switch tomanual operation whenever you choose toopen or close a door manually.Powered doors stop moving if an obstacle isdetected.Opening and Closing Falcon DoorsModel X has electrically-powered falcon doorsthat easily open and close by pressing abutton, using the key, or touching thetouchscreen. The falcon doors are equippedwith several sensors that detect the presenceof people and objects and, if an object isdetected, the door stops moving. Based ondetected objects, the doors may adjust theiroutward and upward movement in an attemptto avoid contacting the object. For example, ifan object is detected above Model X, thedoor's movement may extend further outwardbut lower, whereas if an object is detectedbeside the door, the door may extend outwardmuch less.Before opening or closing a falcon door, it isimportant to check that the area around thedoor is free of obstacles (people and objects).Although the doors have many sensors, it cannot detect all objects at all times, particularlywhen moving. At any given moment, theremay be areas near the door that are not in thedetection zone. Therefore, when opening orclosing a falcon door, you and yourpassengers must stand away from the door asit is moving, while proactively monitoring thedoor's movement and being prepared to takecorrective action at any time. To stop a doorfrom moving, single-click the falcon doorbutton on the key.To open a falcon door from outside Model X,press the door handle or press the falcon doorbutton on the key (see Using the Key on page4).To open a falcon door from inside Model X,press the button located on the inside of thedoor, or touch Control > Doors > Open on thetouchscreen:DoorsOpening and Closing 7
Note: If Model X is locked, pressing the buttonthe first time unlocks the associated door.Pressing it a second time opens it.To close a falcon door, press the buttonlocated on the door pillar.You can also use thekey (see Using the Key on page 4, or touchControl > Doors > Close on the touchscreen:Note: You can also pull the button on the doorpillar to open a falcon door, provided it isalready partially open enough for you toaccess the button.Note: To prevent children from opening falcondoors using the interior button, turn on child-protection locks using the touchscreen(Controls > Settings > Vehicle > ChildProtection Lock). See Child-protection Lockon page 8.Warning: Whenever a front door ispartially open (approximately 20°) as youare opening or closing the associatedfalcon door, you MUST keep your hands(or any object) away from the openingedge of the front door. When a falcondoor passes by a partially opened frontdoor, the distance between the two doorsis very narrow. Objects, such as hands orfingers, placed in this area, are notdetected by sensors and can thereforebecome pinched between the doors. Toavoid bodily injury, it is a good practice tokeep your hands away from the frontdoor whenever you are opening orclosing a falcon door.Warning: When opening or closing afalcon door, it is important to proactivelymonitor the movement of the door toensure that it does not come into contactwith a person or object. Failure to do socan cause serious damage or injuryA falcon door stops moving when one of itsmany sensors detects an object, or when thedoor senses resistance because it has madecontact with an object. In these cases,provided it is appropriate to continue openingor closing the falcon door, you can overrideobstacle detection by doing any of thefollowing:• Hold down the top button on the keywhile double-clicking the key's falcon doorbutton (see Using the Key on page 4).• Hold the button located on the door pillar.• Open or close the door using thetouchscreen.Note: Falcon doors open only when Model X isstationary.Caution: Remove accumulation of snowbefore opening a falcon door. Failure todo so can cause snow to get insideModel X.Caution: In rainy weather, leaving a falconopen while opening the liftgate can resultin rain water falling from the liftgate intothe rear seating area.Interior Locking and UnlockingFrom inside Model X, you can use thetouchscreen to lock or unlock doors andtrunks, provided a valid key is inside thevehicle. Touch Controls > Lock/Unlock.Note: If a door or trunk is still open when youlock Model X, it locks when you close it.Child-protection LockModel X has child-protection locks on thefalcon doors and liftgate to prevent them frombeing opened using interior handles. Use thetouchscreen to turn child protection locks onor o. Touch Controls > Settings > Vehicle >Child Protection Lock.Note: It is recommended that you turn child-protection locks on whenever children areseated in the rear seats.Doors8 Model X Owner's Manual
Drive-away LockingModel X can automatically lock all doors(including the trunks) whenever your drivingspeed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h). To turn thisfeature on or o, touch Controls > Settings >Vehicle > Drive-Away Door Lock.Walk-away LockingDoors and trunks can automatically lockwhenever you walk away carrying the key.To turn this feature on or o, touch Controls >Settings > Vehicle > Walk-Away Door Lock.Note: If all doors are closed and you use thekey to unlock Model X, walk-away locking istemporarily suspended for one minute. If youopen a door within this minute, it does notrelock until after all the doors are closed andyou have walked away with the key.Unlocking When the Key Doesn'tWorkIf Model X does not unlock when you walk upto it, or when you press the unlock button onyour key, the key’s battery may be dead. If thisis the case, you can still unlock and driveModel X.To unlock Model X (and disable the securityalarm), first position the key at the base of thedoor pillar between the front door and thefalcon door, on the driver's side of the vehicle,as shown. If Model X doesn't unlock, tryadjusting the position of the key.To drive Model X, place the key against thecenter console, immediately below the 12Vpower outlet, then press and hold the brakepedal to turn Model X on.Note: Unlocking Model X using this methoddisables walk-away locking. You mustmanually re-enable walk-away locking afterreplacing the key’s battery.For instructions on how to replace the key’sbattery, see Replacing the Key Battery onpage 5.DoorsOpening and Closing 9
Opening and ClosingPress down on a switch to lower theassociated window all the way down. Windowswitches operate at two levels. To lower awindow partially, hold the switch and releasewhen the window is at the desired position.Similarly, pull a switch to raise the associatedwindow. This also operates at two levels—when raising, hold the switch and releasewhen the window is at the desired position.Note: You can also hold down the top buttonon the key to open/close all windows.Warning: Before closing a power window,it is the driver’s responsibility to ensurethat all occupants, especially children, donot have any body parts extendedthrough the window’s opening. Failure todo so can cause serious injury.Warning: When leaving Model X, alwaystake your key with you. Leaving the key inModel X allows all doors, windows, andcontrols to be fully operational and cancause hazardous, unauthorized orunintentional use of Model X.Locking Rear WindowsTo prevent passengers from using the rearwindow switches, press the rear window lockswitch. The switch light turns on. To unlockrear windows, press the switch again.Warning: To ensure safety, it isrecommended that you lock the rearwindows whenever children are seated inthe rear seats.Warning: Never leave children unattendedin Model X.Windows10 Model X Owner's Manual
OpeningTo open the rear trunk, do one of thefollowing:• Touch Controls > Trunk on thetouchscreen.• Double-click the rear trunk button on thekey.• Press the switch located under theexterior handle .When the liftgate is open, theinstrument panel displays the DoorOpen indicator light. The image ofthe Model X on the touchscreenControls window also displays theopen trunk.To stop a powered liftgate while it is moving,single-click the Trunk button on the key. Then,when you double-click the Trunk button, itmoves again, but in the opposite direction(provided it was not almost entirely open orclosed when you stopped it). For example, ifyou single-click to stop the liftgate while it isopening, when you double-click, it closes.To open the trunk from inside in the unlikelysituation in which Model X has no electricalpower, see Opening with No Power on page12.ClosingTo close the powered liftgate, do one of thefollowing:• Double-click the trunk button on the key.• Touch Controls > Trunk on thetouchscreen.• Press the switch located on the undersideof the liftgate (see Adjusting the OpeningHeight on page 11).If a powered liftgate senses an obstructionwhen closing, it automatically opens andsounds two chimes. Remove the obstructionand try closing it again. If it cannot close thesecond time, powered operation is temporarilydisabled. Close it manually to restore poweredoperation.Note: The power closing feature is alsotemporarily disabled if you leave the poweredliftgate open for more than an hour.Adjusting the Opening HeightYou can adjust the opening height of thepowered liftgate to make it easier to reach:1. Open the liftgate, then lower it to thedesired opening height.2. Press and hold the button on theunderside of the liftgate for two secondsuntil you hear a confirmation beep.3. Confirm that you have set it to the desiredheight by closing the liftgate, thenreopening it.Rear TrunkOpening and Closing 11
Opening with No PowerIf Model X has no electrical power, you canopen the rear trunk from inside. Use themechanical release cable located on theunderside of the liftgate, next to the interiorlight.1. Remove the cover by pulling its loweredge very firmly toward you.2. Pull the cable to release the latch.3. Push the liftgate open.Rear Trunk12 Model X Owner's Manual
OpeningTo open the front trunk:Touch ControlsFront Trunk on thetouchscreen, or double-click the fronttrunk button on the key.Pull the hood up.The door open indicator displays onthe instrument panel when the fronttrunk is open. The image of theModel X on the touchscreen Controlswindow also displays the open trunk.The front trunk locks whenever Model X islocked using the touchscreen, externally usingthe key or walk-away locking, or when Valetmode is active (see Valet Mode).To open the front trunk in the unlikelysituation in which Model X has no electricalpower, see Opening with No Power.ClosingThe Model X body is made of lightweightaluminum. Therefore, the hood is not heavyenough to latch under its own weight andapplying pressure on the front edge or centerof the hood can cause damage. To close thehood:• Lower the hood fully until it touches thelatch.• Place both hands on the front of the hoodin the areas shown below (in green), thenpress down firmly to engage the latches.• Lift the front edge of the hood to ensure itis fully closed.Caution: To prevent damage:• Apply pressure only to the greenareas illustrated above. Applyingpressure to the red areas can causedamage.• Do not close the hood with one hand.Doing so applies concentrated forcein one area and can result in a dent orcrease.• Do not apply pressure to the leadingedge of the hood because this cancrease the edge.• Do not slam or drop the hood.Warning: Do not drive with the hoodsecured by the secondary catch alone.Front TrunkOpening and Closing 13
Interior Emergency ReleaseAn interior release button inside the fronttrunk allows a person locked inside to get out.This release button is active wheneverModel X is stationary.Press the interior release button to open thefront trunk, then push up on the hood.Note: The button glows for several hours aftera brief exposure to ambient light.Opening with No PowerIf Model X has no electrical power, or if you areunable to open the front trunk using thetouchscreen or key, follow these steps to openit:1. Remove the tow hook cover located in thelower front of Model X. To do so, insert asmall flat screwdriver into the slot locatedalong the top of the cover, then pry gentlyto release the cover from the top snap.2. Locate the two straps. One of these strapsis labeled 'A' and the other is labeled 'B'.3. Pull strap 'A' to release the primary latch.4. Pull strap 'B' to release the secondarylatch.5. Lift the hood. You may need to push thehood down slightly to release the pressureagainst the secondary latch.Note: It is important to pull the straps in thecorrect sequence or the appropriate latchdoes not release and the front trunk can notopen.When opening the front trunk using thismethod, the latches remain in the openposition and you can not close it againwithout electrical power. To close a front trunkthat has been opened by pulling the manualstraps:1. Charge the 12V battery (for instructions,contact Tesla).2. Press the Front Trunk button on thetouchscreen to reset the primary andsecondary latches.Front Trunk14 Model X Owner's Manual
Opening and ClosingTo open the glove box, press the switchlocated on the side of the touchscreen. If youleave the glove box open for five minutes, itslight automatically turns o.Note: The glove box locks whenever Model Xis locked externally, using the key or walk-away locking. It also locks when Model X is inValet mode (see Valet Mode on page 34). Itdoes not lock when Model X is locked usingthe touchscreen.Warning: When driving, keep the glovebox closed to prevent injury to apassenger if a collision or sudden stopoccurs.Glove BoxOpening and Closing 15
Opening and ClosingTo expose a front cup holder, slide back thearmrest.To expose rear cup holders, press and releasethe cup holder face plate located at the backof the center console.Cup Holders16 Model X Owner's Manual
Correct Driving PositionThe seat, head restraint, seat belt and airbagswork together to maximize your safety. Usingthese correctly ensures greater protection.Position the seat so you can wear the seat beltcorrectly, while being as far away from thefront airbag as possible:1. Sit upright with both feet on the floor andthe seat back reclined no more than 30degrees.2. Make sure you can easily reach the pedalsand that your arms are slightly bent whenholding the steering wheel. Your chestshould be at least 10 inches (25 cm) fromthe center of the airbag cover.3. Place the shoulder section of the seat beltmid-way between your neck and yourshoulder. Fit the lap section of the belttightly across your hips, not across yourstomach.Model X seats include integrated headrestraints. The front driver and passenger headrestraints can be adjusted to a high or lowposition.Adjusting the Driver’s Seat1. Adjust lumbar support.2. Adjust backrest.3. Move seat forward/backward.4. Adjust the seat’s height and tilt angle.Warning: Do not adjust seats whiledriving. Doing so increases the risk of acollision.Warning: Riding in a moving vehicle withthe seat back reclined can result inserious injuries in a collision, as you couldslide under the lap belt or be propelledinto the seat belt. Ensure your seat backis reclined no more than 30 degrees whenthe vehicle is moving.Front and Rear SeatsSeating and Safety Restraints 17
Adjusting Second Row SeatsModel X has three seating positions in thesecond row. Each seating position providescomfort adjustments. Although the control onthe outside seats are L-shaped and the controlon the middle seat is circular, they bothprovide the same functions.1. Move seat forward/backward.2. Adjust backrest.Note: The backrest locks into positionwhen you release the lever. If a backrest isnot locked into position when a drivinggear is engaged, the instrument paneldisplays an alert for the unlockedbackrest. Adjust the backrest again,ensuring it locks into position.Accessing Third Row SeatsModel X makes it easy for passengers to enterand exit the optional third row seatingpositions. Press the Easy Entry button locatedon the backrest of each second row outsideseat. The associated outside seat's backresttilts forward and the seat moves fully forward.The center seat also moves partially forward.You can also use the touchscreen tomove the second row seats to theeasy entry position. Touch Controls >Doors and the Easy Entry button.If one of the seats is occupied when easyentry position is initiated, both seats movepartially forward, but only as far as anoccupant in the seat can move forward whenusing the seat's comfort adjustment. Insituations where a child safety seat is installedin a second row seat that must move forwardfor easy entry, and an occupant is notdetected in the front seat directly in front ofthe child safety seat, the front seat movesforward to accommodate forward movementof the second row seat with the child safetyseat.If a front row seat is positioned such that thesecond row seat will collide with it during aneasy entry operation, it automatically movesforward just enough to accommodate theforward position of the second row seat.Note: Forward movement cancels if anoccupant adjusts a second row seat while it ismoving.Front and Rear Seats18 Model X Owner's Manual
Note: When an outside seat has tilted forwardfor easy entry, its back rest resets to theneutral position and may need to be re-adjusted.Note: If an obstacle is detected while a seat ismoving forward for easy entry, forwardmovement stops and the seat moves back.Folding Third Row SeatsBefore folding, remove items from the seatsand the rear foot well. To allow the third rowseat backs to fold completely flat, you mayneed to move the second row seats forward.To fold a third row seat, press the buttonlocated in the top outside corner of the seat.The button has two detents.1. Fold head restraint forward.2. Fold seat forward.A convenient way to fold rear seats is toengage Cargo Mode using the touchscreen(described next).Note: If necessary, the second row seat maymove forward slightly to accommodate theforward position of the third row seat.Cargo ModeCargo Mode makes it easy for you tomaximize cargo space by automaticallymoving all second row seats fully forward andfolding the third row seats flat. TouchControls > Cargo Mode on the touchscreen.Note: Cargo mode is prohibited if a second orthird row seat is occupied.Head RestraintsFront seats include adjustable non-removeable head restraints. To adjust thesehead restraints to either a low or high position,touch the center button on the seat control.The second and third row seats haveintegrated non-removeable head restraintsthat can not be adjusted. However, the headrestraints in the third row seats can be foldeddown for storage (see Folding Third RowSeats on page 19).Seat HeatersThe front seats are equipped with heatingpads that operate at three levels from 3(highest) to 1 (lowest). To operate the seatheaters, see Climate Controls on page 103.If Model X is equipped with the optional coldweather package, you can also control seatheaters in the second row and rear seats, aswell as heated wipers by touching Controls >Cold Weather (see Controls on page 96).Front and Rear SeatsSeating and Safety Restraints 19
Seat CoversDo not use seat covers on Model X. Doing socould restrict deployment of the side air bagsif an accident occurs. It can also reduce theaccuracy of the occupant detection system.Front and Rear Seats20 Model X Owner's Manual
Wearing Seat BeltsUsing seat belts and child safety seats is themost eective way to protect occupants if acollision occurs. Therefore, wearing a seat beltis required by law in most jurisdictions.Both the driver and passenger seats areequipped with three-point inertia reel seatbelts. Inertia reel belts are automaticallytensioned to allow occupants to movecomfortably during normal driving conditions.To securely hold child safety seats, allpassenger seating positions are equipped withan automatic locking retractor (ALR) that, bypulling the seat belt beyond the lengthneeded for a typical adult occupant, locks thebelt into place until the seat belt is unbuckled(see Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seatson page 25).The seat belt reel automatically locks toprevent movement of occupants if Model Xexperiences a force associated with hardacceleration, braking, cornering, or an impactin a collision.The seat belt reminder on theinstrument panel alerts you if a seatbelt for an occupied seat is notfastened. If the belt remainsunfastened, the reminder flashes andan intermittent chime sounds. If alloccupants are buckled up and thereminder stays on, re-fasten seatbelts to ensure they are correctlylatched. Also remove any heavyobjects (such as a briefcase) from anunoccupied seat. If the reminderlight continues to stay on, contactTesla.To Fasten a Belt1. Ensure correct positioning of the seat.2. Draw the belt out smoothly, ensuring thebelt lays flat across the pelvis, chest andmid-point of your collar bone, betweenthe neck and shoulder.3. Insert the latch plate into the buckle andpress together until you hear a clickindicating it is locked in place.4. Pull the belt to check that it is securelyfastened.5. Pull the diagonal part of the belt towardthe reel to remove excess slack.To Release a BeltHold the belt near the buckle to prevent thebelt from retracting too quickly, then press thebutton on the buckle. The belt retractsautomatically. Ensure there is no obstructionthat prevents the belt from fully retracting.The belt should not hang loose. If a seat beltdoes not fully retract, contact Tesla.Wearing Seat Belts When PregnantDo not put the lap or shoulder sections of theseat belt over the abdominal area. Wear thelap section of the belt as low as possibleacross the hips, not the waist. Position theshoulder portion of the belt between thebreasts and to the side of the abdomen.Consult your doctor for specific guidance.Warning: Never place anything betweenyou and the seat belt to cushion theimpact in the event of an accident.Seat BeltsSeating and Safety Restraints 21
Seat Belt Pre-tensionersThe front seat belts are equipped withpre‑tensioners that work in conjunction withthe airbags in a severe frontal collision. Thepre‑tensioners automatically retract both theseat belt anchor and the seat belt webbing,reducing slack in both the lap and diagonalportions of the belts, resulting in reducedforward movement of the occupant.If the pre-tensioners and airbags did notactivate in an impact, this does not mean theymalfunctioned. It usually means that thestrength or type of force needed to activatethem was not present.Warning: Once the seat belt pre-tensioners have been activated, they mustbe replaced. After any accident, have theairbags, seat belt pre-tensioners and anyassociated components checked and, ifnecessary, replaced.Testing Seat BeltsTo confirm that seat belts are operatingcorrectly, perform these three simple checkson each seat belt.1. With the seat belt fastened, give thewebbing nearest the buckle a quick pull.The buckle should remain securely locked.2. With the belt unfastened, unreel thewebbing to its limit. Check that unreelingis free from snags, and visually check thewebbing for wear. Allow the webbing toretract, checking that retraction is smoothand complete.3. With the webbing half unreeled, hold thetongue plate and pull forward quickly. Themechanism should lock automatically andprevent further unreeling.If a seat belt fails any of these tests, contactTesla immediately.Seat Belt WarningsWarning: Seat belts should be worn by alloccupants at all times, even if driving fora very short distance. Failure to do soincreases the risk of injury or death if anaccident occurs.Warning: Secure small children in asuitable child safety seat. Always followthe child safety seat manufacturer'sinstructions when installing.Warning: Ensure that all seat belts areworn correctly. An improperly worn seatbelt increases the risk of injury or death ifan accident occurs.Warning: Do not wear seat belts overhard, fragile or sharp items in clothing,such as pens, keys, eyeglasses, etc. Thepressure from the seat belt on such itemscan cause injury.Warning: Seat belts should not be wornwith any part of the strap twisted.Warning: Each seat belt assembly mustbe used by one occupant only. It isdangerous to put a seat belt around achild being carried on an occupant’s lap.Warning: Seat belts that have been wornin an accident must be inspected orreplaced by Tesla, even if damage to theassembly is not obvious.Warning: Seat belts that show signs ofwear (such as fraying), or have been cutor damaged in any way, must be replacedby Tesla.Warning: Avoid contaminating a seatbelt’s components with any chemicals,liquids, grit, dirt or cleaning products. If aseat belt fails to retract or latch into thebuckle, it must be replaced immediately.Contact Tesla.Warning: Do not make modifications oradditions that can prevent a seat beltmechanism from taking up slack, or thatcan prevent a seat belt from beingadjusted to remove slack. A slack beltgreatly reduces occupant protection.Warning: Do not make modifications thatcan interfere with the operation of a seatbelt, or that can cause a seat belt tobecome inoperable.Warning: When seat belts are not in use,they should be fully retracted and nothanging loose. If a seat belt does not fullyretract, contact Tesla.Seat Belts22 Model X Owner's Manual
Guidelines for Seating ChildrenYour Model X seat belts in all passenger seating positions are designed for adults and largerchildren. You must restrain infants and small children in the second and rear row seats only, andyou must use a suitable child safety seat appropriate for the child’s age, weight, and size. Neveruse child safety seats in the front row passenger seat. Carefully follow the instructions provided bythe manufacturer of the child safety seat.Child Safety SeatsSeating and Safety Restraints 23
Choosing a Child Safety SeatAll children age 12 and under should ride in the second and rear row seats. Always use a childsafety seat suitable for a young child’s age and weight. The following table is based on childsafety seat recommendations determined by National Highway Trac Safety Administration(NHTSA). For more information, go to www.nhtsa.gov/ChildSafety/Guidance.Infants Toddlers YoungchildrenAge Birth to 1 year* Over 1 year* 4 years andolder, andless than 57in. (145 cm)tallWeight Up to at least 20 lbs (9 kg)* Over 20 lbs (9 kg) (minimum)and up to 40 lbs (18 kg)*Over 40 lbs(18 kg)Type of childsafety seatRear facing (or convertible) Forward facing (orconvertible)*Seat beltretainedboosterseatSeat position Rear facing only* Forward facing* ForwardfacingRecommendedattachmentmethodIf combined weight of childand safety seat is up to65 lbs (29 kg), attach usingeither LATCH** (lower anchoronly) or the seat belt only.***If combined weight of childand safety seat is over 65 lbs(29 kg), attach using the seatbelt only.***If combined weight of childand safety seat is up to 65 lbs(29 kg), attach using eitherLATCH** (both lower anchorsand top tether anchor), or theseat belt and upper tetherstrap.*** If combined weight ofchild and safety seat is over65 lbs (29 kg), attach using theseat belt and upper tetherstrap.***Attachboosterseats usingthe seatbelt only.* Many child safety seats currently available allow children to ride rear-facing using the childsafety seat’s integrated 5-point harness for a longer period of time BASED UPON SPECIFICHEIGHT 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 CAREFULLYFOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS** LATCH - Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children. In Canada, this is also called LowerUniversal Anchorage System (LUAS), or CANFIX.*** Subject to instructions provided by the child safety seat manufacturer.Warning: Laws that govern how and where children should be carried when traveling in avehicle are subject to change. It is the driver’s responsibility to keep up to date on, andcomply with, all current regulations in the region(s) where Model X is driven.To check thechild passenger safety laws for your state, go to: http://www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/childsafety_laws.html.Child Safety Seats24 Model X Owner's Manual
Seating Larger ChildrenIf a child is too large to fit into a child safetyseat, but too small to safely fit into thestandard seat belts, use a booster seatappropriate for the child’s age and size.Carefully follow the manufacturer’sinstructions to secure the booster seat usingthe seat belts. Do not use the LATCH systemto secure booster seats, even in situationswhere the booster seat is equipped with theLATCH system.Installing Child Safety SeatsThere are two general methods used to installchild safety seats:• Seat belt retained - these seats aresecured using the vehicle’s seat belts (see Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seatson page 25).• LATCH retained - these seats can attachto anchor bars built into the vehicle’s rearseats (see Installing LATCH Child Seats onpage 26).Check the child safety seat manufacturer’sinstructions and the table on Child SafetySeats on page 23 to determine whichinstallation method to use. Some child safetyseats can be installed using either method.Always follow the child safety seatmanufacturer’s instructions.Installing Seat Belt Retained ChildSeatsFirst, make sure that the child falls into thecorrect weight range for the seat.Avoid dressing the child in bulky clothing anddo not place any objects between the childand the restraint system.Adjust harnesses for every child, every trip.To securely hold child safety seats, allpassenger seating positions are equipped withan automatic locking retractor (ALR) that, bypulling the seat belt beyond the lengthneeded for a typical adult occupant, locks thebelt into place until the seat belt is unbuckledand the webbing is fully retracted. The ALRmechanism operates as a ratchet, winding inslack and preventing the seat belt fromextending any further until it has beencompletely rewound. When installing a childsafety seat, engage the belt's automaticlocking retractor by pulling the seat beltwebbing until it is fully extended. The ALRsystem engages only when the seat belt is atits maximum extension point.Note: An automatic locking retractordisengages only when the seat belt isunbuckled and fully retracted. The belt canthen be worn as a normal belt, sliding freely inand out and locking tight only in anemergency. Once disengaged, the belt mustbe fully extended to re-engage the lockingmechanism whenever you install a child safetyseat.Always follow the detailed instructionsprovided by the child safety seatmanufacturer. General guidelines are providedbelow.1. Place the child safety seat in Model X, andfully extend the seat belt. Route andbuckle the seat belt in accordance withthe child safety seat manufacturer’sinstructions.2. Allow the seat belt to retract, and removeall slack in the seat belt while firmlypushing the child safety seat into theModel X seat.Child Safety SeatsSeating and Safety Restraints 25
3. If the seat belt retained child safety seathas an upper tether, attach it to the backof the seat (see Attaching Upper TetherStraps on page 27).Installing LATCH Child SeatsLower LATCH anchors are provided in thesecond row outboard seats and in both rearrow seats. The anchors are located betweenthe seat's back rest and rear cushion. Theexact location of each anchor is identified by achild safety seat identification button,illustrated below. The button is located on theseat back, directly above its associatedanchor.In the second row, install LATCH child safetyseats in the outboard seating positions only.Use only a seat belt retained seat in the centerposition.In the third row, you can install LATCH childsafety seats in both seating locations.To install a LATCH child safety seat, slide thesafety seat latches onto the anchor bars untilthey click into place. Carefully read and followthe instructions provided by the child safetyseat manufacturer.Child Safety Seats26 Model X Owner's Manual
Once installed, test the security of theinstallation before seating a child. Attempt totwist the child safety seat from side to sideand try to pull it away from the seat, thencheck that the anchors are still securely inplace.Attaching Upper Tether StrapsIf an upper tether strap is provided, attach itshook to the anchor point located on the backof the second and third row seats.In the outside seating positions, alwaysposition single-strap tethers to run to the sideof the head restraints. In doing so, run it onthe same side of the head restraint as the seatbelt retraction mechanism. In the centerseating seating position, position a single-strap tether over the top of the head restraint.For dual-strap tethers, position a strap oneach side of the head restraint. Tightenaccording to the child safety seatmanufacturer’s instructions.Note: To prevent the single-strap tether in thecenter position from moving side to side, thetop of the head restraint deforms.Note: If Model X is equipped with the optionalexecutive rear seats, a rear centre seatingposition is not available.Single Strap - Second Row Seats:Dual Straps - Second Row Seats:Single Strap - Third Row SeatsChild Safety SeatsSeating and Safety Restraints 27
Dual Straps - Third Row Seats:Testing a Child Safety SeatBefore seating a child, always make sure thechild safety seat is not loose:1. Hold the child safety seat by the belt pathand try to slide the safety seat from sideto side and front to back.2. If the seat moves more than one inch(2.5 cm), it is too loose. Tighten the belt orreconnect the LATCH retained child safetyseat.3. If you are unable to reduce slack, try adierent seat location or try another childsafety seat.Warnings - Child Safety SeatsWarning: Extreme hazard! Do not seat achild on the front passenger seat even ifyou are using a child safety seat. This seathas an airbag in front of it. Although thisairbag is disabled when Model X detectsa lightweight passenger, do not rely ontechnology to protect your child.Warning: Child restraint systems aredesigned to be secured in vehicle seatsby lap belts or the lap belt portion of alap-shoulder belt. Children could beendangered in a crash if their childrestraints are not properly secured in thevehicleWarning: According to accident statistics,children are safer when properlyrestrained in the rear seating positionsthan in the front seating positions.Warning: Do not use a forward facingchild safety seat until your child weighsover 20 lbs (9 kg) and can sitindependently. Up to the age of two, achild's spine and neck are not sucientlydeveloped to avoid injury in a frontalimpact.Warning: Do not allow a baby or infant tobe held on a lap. All children should berestrained in an appropriate child safetyseat at all times.Warning: To ensure children are safelyseated, follow all instructions provided inthis document and by the manufacturerof the child safety seat.Warning: Children should ride in a rearfacing child safety seat using the seat’sintegrated 5-point harness for as long aspossible.Warning: Do not use seat belt extenderson a seat belt that is being used to installa child safety seat or booster seat.Warning: When seating larger children,make sure the child's head is supportedand the child’s seat belt is properlyadjusted and fastened. The shoulderportion of the belt must be away from theface and neck, and the lap portion mustnot be over the stomach.Warning: Never attach two child safetyseats to one anchor point. In a collision,one anchor point may be incapable ofsecuring both seats.Warning: Child restraint anchors aredesigned to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted childrestraints. Under no circumstances arethey to be used for adult seatbelts,Child Safety Seats28 Model X Owner's Manual
harnesses, or for attaching other items orequipment.Warning: Always check harnesses andtether straps for damage and wear.Warning:Warning: Never leave a child unattended,even if the child is secured in a childsafety seat.Warning: Never use a child safety seatthat has been involved in an accident.Have the seat inspected or replaced as adescribed in the child safety seatmanufacturer’s instructions.Child Safety SeatsSeating and Safety Restraints 29
Location of AirbagsAirbags are located in the approximate areas shown here. Airbag warning information is printedon the sun visors.Model X is equipped with an air bag and lap/shoulder belt at both front outboard seatingpositions. The air bag is a supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants,including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an air bag is also providedat their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.1. Knee airbags2. Front airbags3. Curtain airbags4. Seat-mounted side airbags5. Door-mounted airbagsAirbags30 Model X Owner's Manual
How the Airbags WorkInflation of airbags depends on the rate atwhich the vehicle’s cabin changes speed in acollision. The rate of deceleration determineswhether airbags inflate.Airbags inflate instantly with considerableforce accompanied by a loud noise. Theinflated bag, together with the seat belts,limits movement of occupants to reduce therisk of injury.Front airbags are not ordinarily designed toinflate in rear collisions, rollovers, minor frontor side collisions, heavy braking, or drivingover bumps and potholes. Therefore,significant superficial damage can occur tothe vehicle without the airbags inflating or,conversely, a relatively small amount ofstructural damage can cause airbags to inflate.If you are planning to modify your vehicle for aperson with disabilities in a way that mayaect the airbag system, contact Tesla.Types of AirbagsModel X has the following types of airbags:• Advanced front airbags: The front airbagsare advanced airbags designed to reduceairbag related injuries to children or smalladults who ride in the front seats. On thedriver’s side, the front airbag works with aseat position sensor that adjusts theinflation level based on the seatingposition of the occupant. On thepassenger’s side, the airbag responds to asensing system in the seat that determineswhether or not the passenger side frontairbag inflates, and optimizes the inflationlevel based on the weight of the occupant(described below).• Knee airbags: Knee airbags and the frontairbags work together. The knee airbagslimit the forward motion of the front seatoccupants by restricting leg movement,thereby positioning the occupants so thatthe front airbags work more eectively.• Seat-mounted side airbags: There is aseat-mounted side airbag in each of thefront driver, front passenger and secondrow outboard seats. Seat-mounted sideairbags protect the thorax region of thetorso and the pelvis. They inflate in theevent of severe side impact or severeoset frontal impact. The seat-mountedside airbags on both the impacted andnon-impacted side of the vehicle willinflate. When the backrest of an outboardseat is fully folded in the forward position,its associated side airbag does not inflate.• Curtain airbags: There is a curtain airbagon each side of Model X in the front roof-rail. Curtain airbags help protect the headand typically inflate in the event of asevere side impact, a severe oset frontalimpact, or if the vehicle rolls over. Curtainairbags on both the impacted and non-impacted side of the vehicle will inflate.• Door-mounted airbags: There is an airbagon each side of Model X mounted in thetrim on the Falcon doors. These are thesame as the curtain airbags in that theyhelp protect the head and typically inflatein the event of a severe side impact, asevere oset frontal impact, or if thevehicle rolls over. The door-mountedairbags on both the impacted and non-impacted side of the vehicle will inflate.AirbagsSeating and Safety Restraints 31
Passenger Front AirbagModel X has an occupancy sensor in the frontpassenger seat that controls the status of theairbags based on the weight of the occupant.Passenger airbag status displays in the topright corner of the touchscreen to indicatewhether the airbag will inflate (on) or notinflate (o) if a collision occurs.Note: The occupancy sensor system meets theregulatory requirement of FMVSS 208 andautomatically detects when inflating thepassenger front airbags would be unnecessaryor potentially harmful.Front passenger seatoccupancy*Passenger airbagstatusEmpty OFFInfant in child safetyseat (up to 20 lbs/9kg)OFFChild or smalloccupant(20-100 lbs/9-45 kg)ON or OFFHeavy object/occupantON*Values are approximate. Occupants whoseweight is close to the low weight thresholdcan cause the status to occasionally turn onand o depending on seating position andphysique.Note: It takes approximately six seconds afteryou power on Model X for the occupancysensor to report accurate status of the frontpassenger airbag. As a result, when you firstpower on Model X, the status defaults to PASSAIRBAG ON, even in situations when it shouldbe OFF because the seat is either empty orcarrying a weight of 20 lbs (9 kg) or less.However, after the six second initialization, thestatus should display as PASS AIRBAG OFF. Ifit fails to do so, contact Tesla serviceimmediately and seat passengers in the rearseating positions only.If the status shows the airbag as permanentlyon, even when the seat is empty and the seatbelt is unbuckled, contact Tesla immediately.To make sure the sensing system can correctlydetect occupancy status, eliminate thefollowing:• Objects lodged under the seat.• Heavy objects sitting on the seat(briefcase, large purse).• Objects wedged between the seat backand seat cushion.• Cargo interfering with the seat.• After market items attached to, or sittingon, the seat (covers, mats, blankets, etc.).These conditions can interfere with theoccupancy sensor. If you have eliminated theabove possibilities, and the airbag status is stillincorrect, ask passengers to ride in the rearseats and contact Tesla to have the airbagsystem checked.Note: The front passenger seat’s sensingsystem aects the operation of the passengerfront and side airbags only. The otherpassenger airbags are not aected.Warning: Never seat a child on the frontpassenger seat, even if the passengerairbag is o. All occupants age 12 andunder must ride in the second and rearrow seats (see Child Safety Seats on page23).Warning: To ensure accuracy of theoccupant detection system, do not makeany modifications to the front passengerseat.Warning: Do not use seat covers onModel X. Doing so could restrictdeployment of the side air bags if anaccident occurs. It can also reduce theaccuracy of the occupant detectionsystem.Inflation EectsWhen airbags inflate, a fine powder isreleased. This powder can irritate the skin andshould be thoroughly flushed from the eyesand from any cuts or abrasions.After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide agradual cushioning eect for the occupantsand to ensure the driver’s forward vision is notobscured.Airbags32 Model X Owner's Manual
If airbags have inflated, or if your vehicle hasbeen in an accident, always have the airbags,seat belt pre-tensioners and any associatedcomponents checked and, if necessary,replaced by Tesla.In a collision, in addition to the airbagsinflating:• Doors unlock and the door handlesextend.• Hazard warning lights turn on.• Interior lights turn on.• High voltage is disabled.To restore Battery power, use the touchscreento manually power o Model X, then press thebrake to power it back on again.Airbag Warning IndicatorThe airbag indicator on theinstrument panel remains lit if theairbag system is malfunctioning. Theonly time this indicator should lightup is briefly when Model X firstpowers up, in which case it turns owithin a few seconds. If it remains lit,contact Tesla immediately and donot drive.Airbag WarningsWarning: No objects should be placedover or near the air bag on the instrumentpanel, because any such objects couldcause harm if the vehicle is in a crashsevere enough to cause the air bag toinflate.Warning: All occupants, including thedriver, should always wear their seat belts,whether or not an airbag is also providedat their seating position, to minimize therisk of severe injury or death in the eventof a collision.Warning: Front seat occupants should notplace their arms over the airbag module,as an inflating bag can cause fractures orother injuries.Warning: Do not use seat covers onModel X. Doing so could restrictdeployment of the side air bags if anaccident occurs. It can also reduce theaccuracy of the occupant detectionsystem.Warning: Airbags inflate withconsiderable speed and force, which cancause injury. To limit injuries, ensure thatoccupants are wearing seat belts and arecorrectly seated, with the seat positionedas far back as possible. The NationalHighway Trac Safety Administration(NHTSA) recommends a minimumdistance of 10" (25 cm) between anoccupant’s chest and an airbag.Warning: Do not use a child safety seat orseat young children on a seat with anoperational airbag in front of it. Doing socan cause injury or death if the airbaginflates.Warning: To ensure correct inflation of theside airbags, maintain an unobstructedgap between an occupant’s torso and theside of Model X.Warning: Passengers should not lean theirheads against the doors. Doing so cancause injury if a curtain airbag inflates.Warning: Do not allow passengers toobstruct the operation of an airbag byplacing feet, knees or any other part ofthe body on or near an airbag.Warning: Do not attach or place objectson or near the front airbags, the side ofthe front seats, the headliner at the sideof the vehicle, or any other airbag coverthat could interfere with inflation of anairbag. Objects can cause serious injury ifthe vehicle is in a collision severe enoughto cause the airbag to inflate.Warning: Following inflation, some airbagcomponents are hot. Do not touch untilthey have cooled.AirbagsSeating and Safety Restraints 33
Creating a Driver ProfileYou only need to adjust Model X once. Whenyou first adjust the driver’s seat, steeringwheel, or driver’s side mirror, the touchscreenprompts you to create a driver profile to savethese adjustments. Your profile also savessome of the preferences you make using thetouchscreen’s Settings window.A driver can add a new driver profile bytouching Controls > Settings > Driver Profiles(or by touching the driver icon on thetouchscreen's status bar, and touching CreateDriver Profile). Enter the driver name andtouch Create Profile.If you change the position of the steeringwheel, driver’s seat, or driver’s side mirrorafter you have saved a profile, the touchscreenprompts you to save the new position orrestore the previously saved position (otherpreferences are automatically saved). To use asetting without saving or restoring, just ignorethe prompt.Note: Valet Mode is a built-in driver profileused to limit speed and restrict access tosome Model X features (see Valet Mode onpage 34).Restoring a Driver’s ProfileTo adjust Model X based on adriver’s profile, touch the driverprofile icon, located to the left sideof the Tesla “T” on the touchscreen’sstatus bar. Then choose the driverand the saved adjustments areautomatically made.Saved Driver SettingsTo see what settings are associated with yourdriver profile, touch Controls > Settings >Driver Profiles. Then touch See what’s saved.A popup window lists the settings that areassociated with a driver profile. These settingsvary depending on the version of softwarecurrently running in Model X.Valet ModeWhen Model X is in Valet Mode, the followingrestrictions apply:• Speed is limited to 70 mph (113 km/h).• Power is limited to approximately 120 kWand torque is limited to 300 Nm.• Front trunk and glove box are locked.• The navigation system does not displayPlaces (this protects Home/Worklocations).• Voice commands are disabled.• Cruise control is disabled.• Most status bar functions are disabled.• The Mobile Access setting is disabled.• HomeLink and Driver Profiles are notaccessible.Starting Valet ModeWith Model X in Park, touch the driver profileicon, located to the left of the Tesla "T" on thetouchscreen's status bar, then touch ValetMode.The first time you start Valet Mode, you will beprompted to establish a 4-digit PIN that youwill use to cancel Valet Mode.When Valet mode is active, the instrumentpanel displays the word Valet above thedriving speed and the Valet Mode driverprofile displays on the touchscreen's statusbar.You can also use the Model X mobile app tostart and cancel Valet Mode (providedModel X is in Park). When using the mobileapp, you do not need to enter a PIN becauseyou are already required to log into the appusing your MY TESLA credentials.Note: If you forget your PIN, reset it frominside Model X by entering your My Teslacredentials (which also cancels Valet Mode).You can also reset your PIN using the Model Xmobile app.Warning: Do not use Valet mode whentowing a trailer. Torque limitations canmake it dicult for Model X to pull atrailer up a hill.Cancelling Valet ModeWith Model X in Park, touch the Valet Modedriver icon on the touchscreen's status bar,then enter the 4-digit PIN.When you cancel Valet Mode, all settingsassociated with the most recently used DriverProfile and climate control settings arerestored, and all features are available.Note: You do not need to enter a PIN to cancelValet Mode from the mobile app.Driver Profiles34 Model X Owner's Manual
Adjusting PositionAdjust the steering wheel to the desireddriving position by moving the control on theleft side of the steering column. Using thiscontrol, you can move the steering wheelforward and backward and up and down.Warning: Do not make adjustments whiledriving.Adjusting SensitivityYou can adjust the feel and sensitivity of thesteering system to suit your personalpreference:1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls.2. Choose a steering option:• Comfort - reduces the eort requiredto turn the wheel. In town, Model Xfeels easier to drive and park.• Standard - Tesla believes that thissetting oers the best handling andresponse in all conditions.• Sport - Increases the eort requiredto turn the wheel. When driving athigher speeds, Model X feels moreresponsive.The only way to really know which option youlike best is to try them.Using Left Steering Wheel ButtonsUse the buttons on the left side of the steeringwheel to change radio stations, control themedia player’s volume, and to choose whatdisplays on the left side of the instrumentpanel (whenever the Navigation app is notdisplaying instructions).1. NextIf you are listening to local or satelliteradio and you have defined more than oneradio preset, press to play the next presetin the radio band that is currently playing.If you have not defined more than onepreset, press to go to the next availablefrequency.If you are listening to Internet radio, or toan audio file on a connected Bluetooth orUSB device, press to skip to the next songor station.2. Scroll Wheel• To adjust the media volume, roll up ordown.Note: The scroll wheel adjusts thevolume for media, navigationinstructions and phone calls based onwhat is currently in use. As you adjustvolume, the instrument panel displaysthe volume level and whether you areadjusting volume for media,navigation or phone.• To mute the media volume, or topause/play an audio file, tap thewheel.• To choose what displays on the leftside of the instrument panel, press thescroll wheel briefly until the availableoptions are displayed. Roll the scrollwheel to choose Empty, Car Statis,Clock, Media, Energy or Trips. Whenthe option you want is highlighted,tap the scroll wheel.Note: The option you choose todisplay using the left scroll wheel isretained until you manually change it.It is also saved in your driver profile.3. PreviousSame as described above for Next, exceptit skips to the previous song or station.Note: Regardless of how you customize theleft side of the instrument panel, itSteering WheelDriving 35
automatically changes to display navigationinstructions (if applicable), or to let you knowif a door or trunk is open when Model X is in adriving gear.Using Right Steering Wheel ButtonsUse the buttons on the right side of thesteering wheel to access call options while ona phone call, to browse the phonebook of aBluetooth-connected phone, to choose whatdisplays on the right side of the instrumentpanel, to adjust Model X features, and to usevoice commands.Note: Whenever you receive or make a phonecall, the right side of the instrument panelautomatically displays call options to help youeasily handle phone calls on your Bluetooth-connected phone.1. Touch to browse the phonebook of aBluetooth-connected phone and touchagain to close it.Press and hold to use voice commands tocall a contact, navigate, or listen toInternet music. When you hear the tone,speak your command. Release the buttonwhen you finish speaking. For details, see Using Voice Commands on page 36.2. Scroll Wheel• During a phone call, touch the scrollwheel to display call options thatallow you to perform an action on thecall, or access the phonebook.• Roll the wheel to adjust the mostrecently used feature from the featurelist (see Menu button).• To choose what displays on the rightside of the instrument panel, press thescroll wheel briefly until the availableoptions are displayed. Roll the scrollwheel to choose Empty, Car Status,Clock, Media, Energy or Trips. Whenthe option you want is highlighted,tap the scroll wheel.Note: The option you choose todisplay using the right scroll wheel isretained until you manually change it.It is also saved in your driver profile.3. Menu buttonPress to display a menu that allows you tocontrol the following Model X features:• All. Allows you to roll the wheel andchoose from all available functions(listed next).• Climate Temps. Roll the wheel tochange the temperature, or press thewheel to turn the climate controlsystem on and o.• Fan Speed. Roll the wheel to adjustthe speed of the fan used to cool orheat the cabin.• Display Brightness. Roll the wheel tochange the brightness level of thedisplays, or press the wheel to restoredefault settings.• Media Source. Roll the wheel tocontrol what Media Player is playing,or press the wheel to add/remove thecurrently playing station or audiotrack as a Favorite.Press the menu button again to close thefeature list.Using Voice CommandsYou can use voice commands to call a contact,navigate, or listen to Internet music. Press andhold the voice button on the upper right sideof the steering wheel. When you hear thetone, speak your command while continuingto hold down the voice button. Release thebutton when you finish speaking.Steering Wheel36 Model X Owner's Manual
• To call a contact on your Bluetooth-connected phone, say “Call” or “Dial,”followed by the contact’s first and/or lastname(s). For example, “Call Eric” or “CallMike Phillips.”• To search for, or navigate to, a location,say “Where is,” “Drive,” or “Navigate,”followed by an address, business name,business category, or landmark. Forexample, “Drive to Tesla in Menlo Park,”“Drive to Starbucks on Homestead inCupertino,” or “Where is StanfordUniversity?” If you have defined anavigation address for your home or worklocations, you can use a voice commandto "Navigate home" or "Navigate to work."• To listen to an Internet music service, say“Listen to,” or “Play,” followed by thename of the song, album, artist orcombination. To improve voice recognitionaccuracy, provide multiple cues in yourcommand, such as artist plus song (forexample, “Play Yellow Brick Road by EltonJohn” or “Listen to Yellow Brick Road”).Note: You can also use voice commands toprovide feedback to Tesla. Say "Note","Report", "Bug note", or "Bug report" followedby your brief comments. Model X takes asnapshot of its systems, including screencaptures of the touchscreen and instrumentpanel. Tesla periodically reviews these notesand uses them to continue improving Model X.Heated Steering WheelIf Model X is equipped with the optional coldweather package, you can access a controlthat instantly warms up the steering wheel bytouching Controls > Cold Weather > HeatedWheel. When turned on, a heater in thesteering wheel provides radiant heat thatkeeps the steering wheel at a comfortabletemperature.HornTo sound the horn, press the center pad on thesteering wheel.Steering WheelDriving 37
Adjusting Exterior Side MirrorsPress the button associated with the mirroryou want to adjust (left or right). The button'slight turns on and you can then press the dialto move the mirror to the desired position.Repeat for the other side mirror. If prompted,touch Save on the touchscreen to save themirror adjustment in your driver profile.To fold exterior mirrors, press the centerbutton. To set the mirrors to fold automaticallywhenever you Model X is locked, touchControls > Settings > Vehicle > Mirror Auto-Fold > ON.Note: If you manually folded the mirrors, theydo not automatically unfold until your drivingspeed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h).The driver’s side mirror automatically dims atnight, in proportion to the level of glare fromthe headlights of a vehicle behind you (exceptwhen in Reverse gear). Also, both exterior sidemirrors have heaters that turn on and o withthe rear window defroster.Mirror Auto-tilt When ReversingBoth exterior mirrors can automatically tiltdownward when backing up. To adjust theauto-tilt position, shift into Reverse, thenadjust the mirrors as described above (pressthe button associated with the mirror youwant to adjust, then press the dial to move themirror to the desired position). Touch Save onthe touchscreen to save the mirror adjustmentin your driver profile.When you shift back into Drive, the mirrors tiltback to their normal (upward) position. Butnow that you have adjusted them for backingup, they automatically tilt to the selecteddownward position whenever you shift intoReverse.You can turn the auto-tilt feature on or ousing the touchscreen, Touch Controls >Settings > Vehicle > Mirror Auto-Tilt.Rear View MirrorExcept when in Reverse gear, the rear viewmirror automatically dims in proportion to thelevel of glare from the headlights of a vehiclebehind you.Mirrors38 Model X Owner's Manual
StartingWhen you open a door, Model X powers onthe instrument panel and touchscreen. Thecenter circle on the instrument panel displaysthe status of doors and the charge level, andyou can operate all controls.To drive:• PRESS THE BRAKE - the center circle onthe instrument panel changes to displaythe speedometer, power meter, chargelevel, and selected gear (P, R, N, or D).• SELECT A GEAR - all the way down forDrive and all the way up for Reverse.Everything you need to know when drivingModel X displays on the instrument panel.Key Not InsideIf Model X does not detect a key when youpress the brake, the instrument panel displaysa message telling you that a key was notdetected.Place the key in the center console cup holderwhere Model X can best detect it.If Model X still does not detect the key, tryholding it against the center console,immediately below the 12V power socket (see 12V Power Socket on page 113). Or try usinganother key. If another key does not work,contact Tesla.A number of factors can aect whetherModel X can detect the key. These include alow battery in the key, interference from otherdevices using radio signals, and objectsbetween the key and receiver.Always keep the key with you. After driving,you need it to restart Model X after it powerso. And when you leave Model X, you mustbring it with you to lock Model X, eithermanually or automatically (see Walk-awayLocking on page 9).Powering OWhen you finish driving, shift into Park bypressing the button on the end of the gearselector. The parking brake automaticallyengages and all systems keep operating.When you leave Model X with the key, itpowers o automatically, turning o thetouchscreen and instrument panel.Model X also powers o automatically afterbeing in Park for 15 minutes, even if you aresitting in the driver’s seat.Although usually not needed, you can powero Model X while you are still sitting in thedriver’s seat. Touch Controls > E-Brake &Power O > Power O. Model X automaticallypowers back on again if you press the brake ortouch anywhere on the touchscreen.Note: Model X automatically shifts into Parkwhenever you leave the vehicle, even if youshift into Neutral before exiting. To keepModel X in Neutral, see Keeping Your Vehiclein Neutral (Tow Mode) on page 40.Starting and Powering ODriving 39
Shifting GearsWhen Model X is in Park, you must press thebrake to shift to another gear.Move the lever up or down to change gears.If you try to shift into a gear that the currentdriving speed prohibits, you will hear a chimeand the gear does not change.ReversePush the lever all the way up and release. Youcan only shift into Reverse when Model X isstopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h).If moving less than 1 mph (1.6 km/h), you mustpress the brake.NeutralPush the lever up or down to the first positionand release to shift into Neutral. Neutral allowsModel X to roll freely.If Model X is in Park and you use thetouchscreen to release the parking brake(Controls > E-Brake & Power O), Model Xshifts into Neutral (see Parking Brake on page53).Model X automatically shifts into Park whenyou exit. To leave Model X in Neutral, use thetouchscreen to engage Tow mode (see Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Tow Mode)on page 40).DrivePush the lever all the way down and release.You can shift into Drive when Model X isstopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h)in Reverse. If Model X is moving less than1 mph (1.6 km/h), you must press the brake toshift into Drive.ParkWith Model X stopped, press the end of thegear selector. Whenever Model X is in Park,the parking brake is applied.Model X automatically shifts into Parkwhenever you:• Leave the vehicle.• Connect a charge cable.Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral(Tow Mode)Model X automatically shifts into Parkwhenever you finish driving and leaveModel X. To keep Model X in Neutral when youexit, allowing it to roll freely (for example,pulling onto a transporter, etc.), activate Towmode:1. Shift into Park.2. Press the brake pedal.3. Touch Controls > Settings > Service &Reset > Tow Mode.Model X beeps, and shifts into Neutral (whichreleases the parking brake).When Tow mode is active, Model Xdisplays this indicator light on theinstrument panel, along with amessage telling you that Model X willremain free rolling.Note: In Tow mode, Model X does not shiftinto a driving gear. To cancel Tow mode, shiftinto Park or touch Tow mode again. Tow modealso cancels if you use the touchscreen toapply the parking brake (Controls > E-Brake &Power O > Parking Brake).Gears40 Model X Owner's Manual
Instrument Panel OverviewThe instrument panel changes depending on whether Model X is:•O (shown below).• Driving (see Instrument Panel - Driving on page 44).• Charging (see Charging Status on page 133).When Model X is o, the instrument panel shows remaining estimated range, status of doors, andoutside temperature. When you press the brake, indicator lights flash on briefly along the top.Unless an indicator light applies to a current situation, it should turn o. If an indicator light fails toturn on or o, contact Tesla.Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicleoptions, software version, and market region, the information displayed may be slightly dierent.The following indicators illuminate on the instrument panel to advise you or alert you of a specificcondition.Indicator DescriptionLow beam headlights are on.High beam headlights are on. Illuminates on a Model X that is equipped withthe optional Autopilot Tech Package only in situations where high beams areon but the Auto High Beam setting is turned o. See High Beam Headlightson page 49.High beam headlights are currently turned on, and Auto High Beam is readyto turn o the high beams if light is detected in front of Model X. See HighBeam Headlights on page 49.High beam headlights are temporarily turned o because Auto High Beam ison and is detecting light in front of Model X. When light is no longerdetected, the high beams will automatically turn back on. See High BeamHeadlights on page 49.Instrument PanelDriving 41
Indicator DescriptionParking lights (side marker lights, tail lights, and license plate lights) are on.See Lights on page 46.Front fog lights (optional). See Lights on page 46.Electronic stability control systems are applying the brake to the relevantwheel to prevent slippage (light flashes). See Traction Control on page 54.Smart Air Suspension’s automatic self-leveling is disabled. In other words,Model X is in Jack mode and is ready to be lifted or pulled onto atransporter. Jack mode cancels when Model X is driven over 4.5 mph(7 km/h). See Smart Air Suspension on page 108.A Smart Air Suspension fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Smart AirSuspension on page 108.A brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low. See Brakes onpage 52. Contact Tesla immediately.Airbag safety. If this indicator does not flash on briefly when Model Xprepares to drive, or if it remains on, contact Tesla immediately. See AirbagWarning Indicator on page 33.An ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) fault is detected. See Brakes on page52. Contact Tesla immediately.The parking brake is manually applied. See Parking Brake on page 53.A parking brake fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Parking Brake on page53.Vehicle Hold is actively applying the brakes. See Vehicle Hold on page 57.Instrument Panel42 Model X Owner's Manual
Indicator DescriptionTire pressure warning. The pressure of a tire is out of range. If a fault with theTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is detected, the indicator flashes.For a TPMS fault, contact Tesla. See Tire Care and Maintenance on page 135.A door or trunk is open. See Front doors.A seat belt for an occupied seat is not fastened. See Seat Belts on page 21.The traction control system has been disabled. See Traction Control on page54.Model X is in Tow mode and can roll freely. It does not automatically shiftinto Park when you exit. See Instructions for Transporters on page 168.Trailer mode is active. See Towing a Trailer on page 63.Flashes green when the left turn signal is operating. Both turn signalindicators flash green when the hazard warning flashers are operating.Flashes green when the right turn signal is operating. Both turn signalindicators flash green when the hazard warning flashers are operating.Instrument PanelDriving 43
Instrument Panel - DrivingWhen Model X is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current drivingstatus and a real-time visualization of the road as detected by Model X's Autopilot components(see About Driver Assistance on page 71).Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicleoptions, software version, and market region, the information displayed may be slightly dierent.1. Indicator lights display along the top to provide status (see Instrument Panel on page 41).2. When you are actively navigating to a destination, navigation instructions display here. Usethe left steering wheel buttons to change what displays on the left side of the instrumentpanel whenever navigation instructions are not displayed (see Using Left Steering WheelButtons on page 35).3. Trac-Aware Cruise Control is cruising at a set speed. When Trac-Aware Cruise Control isavailable but you haven't set a cruising speed, the icon is gray and the speed is not shown(see Trac-Aware Cruise Control on page 74).4. Driving speed.5. Autosteer is actively steering Model S. When Autosteer is available but you haven't activatedit, the icon is gray (see Autosteer on page 79).6. On the Energy graph, dashed lines appear on the power meter if Model X is limiting power.The dashed lines appear on the top portion (energy being used) when power available foracceleration is being limited, and on the bottom portion (energy being gained) when powerthat can be gained by regenerative braking is limited. Model X limits power for many reasons.Here are just a few examples:• Acceleration may be limited when the Battery is reaching a low state of charge or if thepowertrain is hot.• Both acceleration and regenerative braking may be limited when the ambient temperatureis either very high or very low.• Regenerative braking may be limited when the Battery is fully charged.Note: Use the right steering wheel buttons to control what displays on the right side of theinstrument panel (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 36).7. Pay attention to important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are in eect, you canview information about them by touching the alert icon (exclamation mark) on thetouchscreen’s status bar (the topmost area of the touchscreen).Instrument Panel44 Model X Owner's Manual
8. Use the right steering wheel buttons to change what displays on the right side of theinstrument panel whenever a phone call is not active (see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttonson page 35).9. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you candisplay the percentage of battery energy remaining. To do so, touch Controls > Settings >Units & Format > Energy & Charging (see Settings on page 99).Note: When anticipating when you need to charge, use range estimates as a general guidelineonly.Note: In cold weather, some of the stored energy in the Battery may not be available on yourdrive because the Battery is too cold. When this happens, a portion of the Battery meter isblue and the driving distance value has a snowflake image next to it. If Model X is plugged in,you can heat your Battery using wall power by turning on climate control using the mobileapp. When the Battery warms up, the blue portion on the meter and the snowflake image areno longer displayed.10. The speed limit (if available) that is currently being detected by Speed Assist (see SpeedAssist on page 90).11. The car in front of you (if applicable).12. Pay attention to important driving-related messages that appear at the bottom center of theinstrument panel.13. Your Model X.14. When Autosteer is active, the driving lane is highlighted in blue (see Autosteer on page 79).The lane may highlight in red If a front wheel passes over a lane marking and the associatedturn signal is o (see Lane Assist on page 85).15. Currently selected gear: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive.Instrument PanelDriving 45
Controlling LightsTouch Controls on the bottom corner of the touchscreen to control most of the lights.In addition to the lights that you can control from the touchscreen, Model X has conveniencelights that turn on and o automatically based on what you are doing. For example, you willnotice interior lights, marker lights, tail lights, door handle lights, and puddle lights that turn onwhen you unlock Model X, when you open a door, and when you shift into Park. They turn oautomatically after a minute or two or when you shift into a driving gear or lock Model X.Lights46 Model X Owner's Manual
1. Touch to control front map lights.2. If you touch DOME, a popup appears that allow you to control all cabin lights as well as theindividual map lights associated with the front seating positions. If cabin lights are set to ON,all interior cabin lights, including the light in the rear trunk, turn on when you unlock Model X,open a door upon exiting, or shift into P (Park). They turn o after 60 seconds, when you lockModel X, or when you shift into a driving gear. If set to AUTO, cabin lights turn on only whenlittle or no light is detected.You can also turn on an individual dome light in the second or third row by touching its lens. Ifyou manually turn a dome light on, it turns o when Model X powers o. If Model X wasalready powered o when you manually turned the light on, it turns o after 60 minutes.3. If you turn on AMBIENT lights, the lights on the door arm rests turn on whenever theheadlights are on.4. Touch to control rear map lights.5. Touch to turn the front (optional) or rear fog lights on or o. Fog lights operate only when theheadlights are on. When headlights are turned o, fog lights also turn o.The Rear Fog indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever rear foglights are on.The Front Fog indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever theoptional front fog lights are on.LightsDriving 47
6. Headlights are set to AUTO each time you start Model X. Touch these options to temporarilychange the exterior light setting:OFF All exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, side marker lights,parking lights, and license plate lights) turn o until you manuallyturn them back on or until the next time you drive Model X.PARKING Only the side marker lights, parking lights, tail lights and licenseplate lights turn on.ON All exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, side marker lights,parking lights, and license plate lights) turn on.AUTO All exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, side marker lights,parking lights, and license plate lights) turn on automaticallywhen driving in low lighting conditions. If you change to adierent setting, lights always revert to this AUTO setting on yournext drive.Note: Model X has a series of lights along the lower rim of the headlights. These lightsautomatically turn on whenever Model X is powered on and a driving gear is engaged unlessModel X is in Range Mode. These lights can not be turned on and o. These lights also serveas Daytime Running Lights (DRL) to comply with jurisdictions (for example, Canada) whereDRL lights must always be turned on when driving.Warning: Always ensure that your headlamps are switched to AUTO or ON, asappropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a collision.7. If you turn on AUTO HIGH BEAM, high beam headlights turn on and o automatically basedon whether or not light is detected in front of Model S (see High Beam Headlights on page49). This feature is available only if Model X is equipped with the optional Autopilot TechPackage.Lights48 Model X Owner's Manual
High Beam HeadlightsPush the left-hand steering column lever awayfrom you. To cancel, pull the lever toward you.If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), and you have purchased theoptional Autopilot Tech Package, the highbeam headlights can automatically switch tolow beam when there is light detected in frontof Model X (for example, from an oncomingvehicle or street lights). To turn this feature on,touch Controls > Auto High Beam.Note: Your chosen setting is retained until youmanually change it. It can also be saved inyour driver profile.In situations where high beams are turned obecause Auto High Beam is turned on andlight is detected in front of Model X, you cantemporarily turn on high beams by pulling thelever all the way toward you.The following indicator lights are visible on theinstrument panel when high beams are turnedon:High beams are turned on and theAuto High Beam setting is turnedo.High beams are currently turned on,and Auto High Beam is ready to turno the high beams if light isdetected in front of Model X.High beams are temporarily turnedo because Auto High Beam is onand is detecting light in front ofModel X. When light is no longerdetected, the high beams willautomatically turn back on.To flash the headlight high beams, pull thelever fully toward you and release.Warning: Auto High Beam is an aid onlyand is subject to limitations. It is thedriver's responsibility to make sure thatthe headlights are always adjusted asappropriate for the weather conditionsand driving circumstances.Headlights After ExitWhen you stop driving and park Model X inlow lighting conditions, the exterior lightsautomatically turn on. They automatically turno after two minutes or when you lockModel X.You can turn this feature on and o using thetouchscreen. Touch Controls > Settings >Vehicle > Headlights After Exit. WhenHeadlights After Exit is set to O, theheadlights turn o when you engage the Parkgear.Adaptive Front Lighting System(AFS)The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)automatically adjusts the beam of theheadlights to improve your driving view. Forexample, to improve visibility while driving onwinding roads at night, the AFS casts thebeam in the direction of the curve. Electricsensors measure speed, steering angle andyaw (the rotation of the car around thevertical axis) to determine the optimumposition of the headlights based on currentdriving conditions. These sensors also preventthe lights from turning unnecessarily.The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)operates whenever headlights are on. If ModelX isn't moving, or is moving in reverse, theadaptive headlights do not activate. Thisprevents the lights from inadvertently blindingother drivers.If the AFS fails, the instrument panel displaysan alert. Contact Tesla Service.LightsDriving 49
Curb LightsLED curb lights broaden the beam of theheadlights to provide additional lateralillumination whenever low beam headlightsare turned on. Curb lights are particularlyuseful for casting light around a corner beingturned. It improves your view of the curb,pedestrians, etc. In contrast to the AdaptiveFront Lighting System (AFS) which providessuperior illumination of curves when driving atnormal speeds, curb lights are designed toimprove visibility at low speeds, such as whenparking, turning at a dark intersection, turninginto a driveway, making u-turns and turning onextremely winding roads.Curb lights operate automatically wheneverlow beam headlights are on.Turn SignalsMove the left-hand steering column lever up(before turning right) or down (before turningleft).The turn signals stop operating when canceledby the steering wheel, or when you return thelever to the central position.The corresponding turn signalindicator lights up on the instrumentpanel when a turn signal isoperating. You also hear a clickingsound.Warning: If Model X is equipped with bothAutopilot hardware and the optionalAutopilot Tech Package, engaging a turnsignal can cause Model X to acceleratewhen using Trac-Aware Cruise Controlin specific situations (see OvertakeAcceleration on page 76).Lane Change FlashTo indicate a lane change, quickly press thelever up or down against the spring pressure,then release. The corresponding turn signalflashes three times.Hazard Warning FlashersTo turn on the hazard warning flashers, pressthe button located on the side of thetouchscreen closest to the steering wheel. Allturn signals flash. Press again to turn o.Note: Hazard warning flashers operate evenwithout a Model X key nearby.Lights50 Model X Owner's Manual
WipersTo wipe the windshield, rotate the end of theleft-hand steering column lever away fromyou. You can choose from four levels:• 1st: Auto with low rain sensitivity.*• 2nd: Auto with high rain sensitivity.*• 3rd: Continuous, slow.• 4th: Continuous, fast.For a single wipe, press and release the end ofthe lever.If the wipers are set to Auto and the sensordetects no water, the wipers do not wipe.When you operate the wipers, headlightsautomatically turn on (if they are not onalready).*Model X has a rain sensor located on theinside of the windshield at the base of theinterior mirror. When wipers are set to Auto,the frequency at which they wipe depends onhow much water the sensor detects. Whenwipers are set to the 2nd level, the sensor ismore sensitive.To extend the life of wiper blades, remove icefrom the windshield before turning wipers on.Ice has sharp edges that can damage therubber on the blades.Periodically check and clean the edge of thewiper blade. If damaged, contact TeslaService..Caution: In harsh climates, ensure that thewiper blades are not frozen or adhered tothe windshield.De-icing WipersTo make wiper blades easy to access so youcan remove any ice and snow, shift Model Xinto Park, then use the touchscreen to movethem to the service position. Touch Controls >Settings > Service & Reset > Service Mode >ON. When parking in cold outdoor climates, itis helpful to leave Model X with the wipers inthe service position. In this position, they arecloser to the defrost vent, allowing you tothaw them by directing air from the climatecontrol system towards the windshield.Note: Wipers automatically return to theirnormal position when you shift Model X out ofPark.If Model X is equipped with the optional coldweather package, you can de-ice wipers bytouching Controls > Cold Weather > HeatedWipers. Wiper heaters automatically turns oafter 15 minutes.WashersPress the button on the end of the leftsteering column lever to spray washer fluidonto the windshield. You can press this buttonat two levels. Press partially for a single wipe,without any washer fluid. Press fully for bothwipe and wash. When washing the windshield,the wipers will perform two wipes after yourelease the button, then a third wipe a fewseconds later.Periodically top up washer fluid (see ToppingUp Washer Fluid on page 149).De-icing Washer NozzlesIf Model X is equipped with the optional coldweather package, washer nozzles have de-icers that turn on whenever the ambienttemperature nears freezing, or when you turnon the heated wipers (Controls > ColdWeather > Heated Wipers). The washer de-icers turn o when the heated wipers turn o(after 15 minutes), provided the temperature iswarm enough to prevent freezing.Wipers and WashersDriving 51
Braking SystemsModel X has an anti-lock braking system(ABS) that prevents the wheels from lockingwhen you apply maximum brake pressure. Thisimproves steering control during heavybraking in most road conditions.During emergency braking conditions, theABS constantly monitors the speed of eachwheel and varies the brake pressure accordingto the grip available.The alteration of brake pressure can be felt asa pulsing sensation through the brake pedal.This demonstrates that the ABS is operatingand is not a cause for concern. Keep firm andsteady pressure on the brake pedal whileexperiencing the pulsing.The ABS indicator flashes briefly onthe instrument panel when you firststart Model X. If this indicator lightsup at any other time, an ABS faulthas occurred and the ABS is notoperating. Contact Tesla. The brakingsystem remains fully operational andis not aected by an ABS failure.However, braking distances mayincrease.If the instrument panel displays thisindicator at any time other thandisplaying briefly when you first startModel X, a brake system fault isdetected or the brake fluid level islow. Contact Tesla immediately.Emergency BrakingIn an emergency, fully press the brake pedaland maintain firm pressure, even on lowtraction surfaces. The ABS varies the brakingpressure to each wheel according to theamount of traction available. This preventswheels from locking and ensures that you stopas safely as possible.Warning: Do not pump the brake pedal.Doing so interrupts operation of the ABSand can increase braking distance.Warning: Always maintain a safe distancefrom the vehicle in front of you and beaware of hazardous driving conditions.While the ABS can improve stoppingdistance, it cannot overcome the laws ofphysics. It also does not prevent thedanger of hydroplaning (where a layer ofwater prevents direct contact betweenthe tires and the road).If Model X is equipped with Autopilothardware, Automatic Emergency Brakingautomatically applies full braking in situationswhere a collision is considered imminent (see Automatic Emergency Braking on page 88).Brake WearModel X brake pads are equipped with wearindicators. A wear indicator is a thin metalstrip attached to the brake pad that squeals asit rubs against the rotor when the pad wearsdown. This squealing sound indicates that thebrake pads have reached the end of theirservice life and require replacement. To stopthe squealing, contact Tesla Service.Warning: Neglecting to replace wornbrake pads results in damage to thebraking system and can create a brakinghazard.Brakes52 Model X Owner's Manual
Regenerative BrakingWhenever Model X is moving and your foot iso the accelerator, regenerative braking slowsdown Model X and feeds any surplus energyback to the Battery.By anticipating your stops and simplyremoving your foot from the accelerator toslow down, you can take advantage ofregenerative braking to increase driving range.Of course, this is no substitute for regularbraking when needed for safety.Note: If regenerative braking is aggressivelyslowing Model X, such as on a steep descent,brake lights turn on to alert other road usersthat you are slowing down.The Energy app displays real-time feedbackon the amount of energy being gained byregenerative braking. You can also display thepower meter on either side of the instrumentpanel by choosing Energy using the scrollbutton on the steering wheel (see SteeringWheel on page 35).The amount of energy fed back to the Batteryusing regenerative braking can depend on thecurrent state of the Battery and the chargelevel setting that you are using. If regenerativebraking is limited, a dashed yellow linedisplays on the power meter. For example,regenerative braking may be limited if theBattery is already fully charged or if theambient temperature is low.To Set the Regenerative Braking LevelYou can use the touchscreen to change thelevel of regenerative braking:1. Touch Controls > Driving > RegenerativeBraking.2. Choose from two levels:• Standard. Provides the maximumamount of regenerative braking. Whenyou release the accelerator, Model Xslows down faster, reducing the needto use the brakes.• Low. Limits regenerative braking.When you release the accelerator,Model X takes longer to slow downand coasts further.Parking BrakeThe parking brake automatically engageswhen you shift Model X into Park, and releaseswhen you shift into any other gear.Note: The parking brake operates on the rearwheels only, and is independent of the foot-operated brake system.Use the touchscreen to manually release theparking brake (which also shifts Model X intoNeutral):1. Touch Controls > E-Brake & Power O.2. Press the brake pedal, then touch ParkingBrake. If Model X was previously in Park, itshifts into Neutral.The parking brake indicator lights upon the instrument panel wheneveryou use the touchscreen to manuallyapply the parking brake.If an electrical issue occurs with theparking brake, an amber parkingbrake fault message displays at thetop center of the touchscreen.Caution: In the unlikely event thatModel X loses electrical power, youcannot release the parking brake.BrakesDriving 53
How It WorksThe traction control system constantlymonitors the dierence in speed between thefront and rear wheels. If Model X experiences aloss of traction, the system minimizes wheelspin by controlling brake pressure and motorpower. By default, the traction control systemis always active. Under normal conditions, itshould remain active to ensure maximumsafety.To allow the wheels to spin at a limited speed,you can enable slip start. Slip start can beenabled only when Model X is moving 20 mph(32 km/h) or slower. Slip start automaticallydisables when the speed exceeds 40 mph(64 km/h).This indicator displays on theinstrument panel whenever thetraction control system is activelycontrolling brake pressure and motorpower to minimize wheel spin.Warning: Traction control can not preventaccidents caused by driving dangerouslyor turning too sharply at high speeds.Allowing Wheel SlipUnder normal conditions, the traction controlsystem should remain enabled. Disable it onlyin circumstances where you deliberately wantthe wheels to spin, such as:• Starting on a loose surface, such as gravelor snow.• Driving in deep snow, sand or mud.• Rocking out of a hole or deep rut.To allow the wheels to spin, touch Controls >Driving > Traction Control > Slip Start.This indicator displays at the topcenter of the touchscreen wheneverthe wheels are allowed to spin.Although the traction control systemautomatically reactivates the next time youstart Model X, it is strongly recommended thatyou enable it immediately after thecircumstances that required you to disable ithave passed.Traction Control54 Model X Owner's Manual
How Park Assist WorksModel X has several sensors designed todetect the presence of objects nearby. Whenmoving slowly in Drive or Reverse, the sensorsalert you if an object is detected in closeproximity to the front and rear of yourModel X.The sensors are activated when driving lessthan 5 mph (8 km/h).Warning: Never depend on Park Assist toinform you if an area you are approachingis free of objects and/or people. Severalexternal factors can reduce theperformance of Park Assist, causingeither no readings or false readings (see Limitations and False Warnings on page56). Therefore, depending on Park Assistto determine if Model X is approaching anobstruction can result in damage to thevehicle and/or objects, and canpotentially cause serious injury. Alwaysinspect the area with your own eyes.When reversing, perform shoulder checksand use all mirrors. Park assist does notdetect children, pedestrians, bicyclists,animals, or objects that are moving,protruding, located too far above orbelow the sensors, or too close or too farfrom the sensors. Park Assist is forguidance purposes only and is notintended to replace your own direct visualchecks. It is not a substitute for carefuldriving.Visual and Audio FeedbackWhen you shift to Reverse, the Park Assistview displays on the left side of the instrumentpanel, showing any objects that are in closeproximity to the front and rear of Model X.This view closes when you shift into Driveunless objects are detected close to the frontof the Model X, in which case the Park Assistview closes automatically when your drivingspeed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h) . Whenreversing, visual feedback also displays on thetouchscreen, immediately below the cameraview (see Rear View Camera on page 61).You can manually close the park assist view onthe touchscreen by touching the X in theupper left corner.When driving with the Camera app displayedon the touchscreen, you can switch to thePark Assist view when driving at speeds below5 mph (8 km/h) . Touch the button located inthe upper left corner of the Camera appwindow. This is useful if you need assistancewith parallel parking.If chimes are turned on (see ControllingAudible Feedback on page 56), an audiblebeep sounds as you approach an object. Youcan temporarily mute the chime by pressingthe scroll wheel on the left side of the steeringwheel or by touching the mute button locatedon the in the bottom left corner of the ParkAssist view.Note: If you are driving with the camera appdisplayed on the touchscreen, you can switchto the Park Assist view by touching the icon inthe upper left corner of the camera appwindow. You must be driving at speeds below5 mph (8 km/h).Note: If a sensor is unable to providefeedback, the instrument panel displays analert message.Caution: Keep sensors clean from dirt,debris, snow, and ice. Avoid using a highpressure power washer on the sensorsand do not clean a sensor with a sharp orPark AssistDriving 55
abrasive object that can scratch ordamage its surface.Caution: Do not install accessories orstickers on or near the parking sensors.Controlling Audible FeedbackYou can use Park Assist with or withoutaudible feedback. To turn chimes on or o,touch Controls > Settings > Safety &Security > Park Assist Chimes.You can also mute the chimes temporarily bypressing the scroll wheel on the left side of thesteering wheel or by touching the mute buttonin the bottom left corner of the Park Assistview. The chimes are muted until you shift intoa dierent gear or drive over 5 mph (8 km/h).Limitations and False WarningsThe parking sensors may not functioncorrectly in these situations:• One or more of the parking sensors isdamaged, dirty, or covered (such as mud,ice, or snow).• Object is located below approximately8 inches (20 cm) (such as a curb or lowbarrier).• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, orfog) are interfering with sensor operation.• Object is thin (such as a sign post).• A sensor’s operating range has beenexceeded.• Object is sound-absorbing or soft (such aspowder snow).• Object is sloped (such as a slopedembankment).• Model X has been parked in, or beingdriven in, extremely hot or coldtemperatures.• The sensors are aected by otherelectrical equipment or devices thatgenerate ultrasonic waves.• Object is located too close to the bumper.• A bumper is misaligned or damaged.• An object that is mounted to Model X isinterfering with and/or obstructing thesensor (such as a bike rack or a bumpersticker).Other Parking AidsIn addition to Park Assist, when shifted intoReverse gear, the backup camera displays aview of the area behind Model X (see RearView Camera on page 61).Park Assist56 Model X Owner's Manual
When Model X is stopped, Vehicle Holdcontinues to apply the brakes even after youremove your foot from the brake pedal. Whendriving up a hill or on a flat surface, brake asyou normally would and when Model X is fullystopped, the brakes remain engaged whenyou release the pedal. When driving downhill,engage Vehicle Hold by applying the brakesfirmly after coming to a complete stop.Whenever Vehicle Hold is actively applyingthe brakes, the instrument panel displays theVehicle Hold indicator light.This indicator displays on theinstrument panel whenever VehicleHold is engaged.To disengage Vehicle Hold, press theaccelerator pedal or press and release thebrake pedal. Shifting into Neutral also releasesVehicle Hold.Note: After actively braking Model X forapproximately 10 minutes, Model X shifts intoPark and Vehicle Hold cancels. Model X alsoshifts into Park if it detects that the driver hasleft the vehicle.Vehicle HoldDriving 57
Displaying Trip InformationTrip information displays on the touchscreenwhen you touch Controls > Trips. There aretwo trip meters available, A and B. To reset aparticular trip meter, touch its associatedRESET.Note: You can also display range and tripinformation on the instrument panel (see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page35).Trip Information58 Model X Owner's Manual
Driving Tips to Maximize RangeYou can maximize your driving range usingthe same driving habits that you use toconserve fuel in a gasoline-powered vehicle. Inaddition to driving habits, energyconsumption depends on environmentalconditions (such as cold weather and hillyroads). To get the maximum mileage from acharge:• Avoid frequent and rapid acceleration.• Instead of using the brake to slow down,move your foot o the accelerator.Whenever Model X is moving and yourfoot is o the accelerator, regenerativebraking slows down Model X and feedssurplus energy back to the Battery (see Regenerative Braking on page 53).• Keep tires at the recommended inflationpressures (see Tire Care and Maintenanceon page 135).• Lighten your load by removing anyunnecessary cargo.• Limit the use of resources such as heating,signature lighting, and air conditioning.Using seat heaters to keep warm is moreecient than heating the cabin. Toautomatically limit the amount of powerthat the climate control system uses tomaintain the temperature of the Batteryand the cabin area, touch Controls >Driving > Range Mode > ON.The power meter on the instrument panel andthe Energy app (described next) providefeedback on energy usage. With thisfeedback, you will soon become familiar withhow driving habits and environmentalconditions impact how much energy Model Xis using.Energy AppUse the energy app to view real-time andprojected energy usage. Choose from twotypes of charts:• Consumption Chart - display how muchenergy Model X has consumed over thepast 5, 15 or 30 miles (10, 25 or 50 kms).• Trip Chart - If your Model X is equippedwith the navigation option, you canmonitor the amount of energy being usedwhile navigating to a destination. You cantrack actual usage against the initialprediction. The green line represents theactual usage whereas the gray linerepresents predicted usage. To change thezoom level, touch the zoom icon locatedin the top right corner of the chart.Note: The Trip Chart displays energy usageonly if you are currently navigating to adestination.Note: In some situations, values and distanceson the Trip chart may be inaccurate. Forexample, when charging Model X during anactive navigation route. To resolveinaccuracies, cancel and restart navigation tothe destination.Saving EnergyModel X has an energy-saving feature thatreduces the amount of energy beingconsumed when Model X is not in use. TouchControls > Displays > Energy Saving andchoose from the following options:• OFF. Model X shifts to the energy-savingmode at night (10 pm to 5 am).• ON. Significantly less energy is consumedwhenever Model X is not in use. The start-up time of the instrument panel andBluetooth could be slower.• Always Connected. Preserves cellconnectivity when energy saving is active.This allows the mobile app to connect toModel X more quickly, and providesimmediate 3G internet access whenentering the car. Slightly more energy isconsumed.Range AssuranceModel X protects you against running out ofenergy. Model X continuously monitors itsenergy level and proximity to known charginglocations.Touch the range assurance icon, located in thetop right corner of the map/navigationwindow, to control what charging stationsdisplay on the map:Getting Maximum RangeDriving 59
The map displays superchargersonly.The map displays all visitedchargers, Chademo chargers, anddestination chargers. In situationswhere a charging location may notbe reachable based on yourcurrently available driving range,its associated icon on othe mapdisplays as semi-transparent.When you are at risk of driving beyond therange of known charging locations, a popupmessage displays on the touchscreen givingyou the opportunity to display a list ofcharging locations that are within range. Thelist includes superchargers, destinationchargers, and locations where you havepreviously charged. When you select acharging location from the list, Model Xprovides navigation and the turn-by-turndirection list includes the predicted amount ofenergy that will remain when you arrive at thecharging destination.In addition to the popup message thatdisplays when you are at risk of drivingbeyond the range of known charginglocations, a warning symbol displays on therange assurance icon:Touch to display a search list ofcharging locations that areestimated to be within your drivingrange. Then touch a location in thesearch list to navigate to it.Based on the amount of energyremaining in your Model X, thereare no known charging locationswithin your driving range.Getting Maximum Range60 Model X Owner's Manual
Camera LocationModel X is equipped with a rear view cameralocated above the rear license plate.Whenever you shift into Reverse, thetouchscreen displays the view from thecamera. Guide lines show your driving pathbased on the position of the steering wheel.These guide lines adjust appropriately as youmove the steering wheel.Note: Visual feedback from the parkingsensors displays below the camera image (see Park Assist on page 55).Warning: Never depend on the rear viewcamera to inform you if the area behindyou is free of objects and/or people whenreversing. The camera may not detectobjects or barriers that can potentiallycause damage or injury. In addition,several external factors can reduce theperformance of the camera, including adirty or obstructed lens. Therefore,depending on the rear view camera todetermine if Model X is approaching anobstruction can result in damage to thevehicle and/or objects, and canpotentially cause serious injury. Alwaysinspect the area with your own eyes.When reversing, perform shoulder checksand use all mirrors. Use the camera forguidance purposes only. It is not intendedto replace your own direct visual checksand is not a substitute for careful driving.Cleaning the CameraTo ensure a clear picture, keep the camera lensclean, and free of obstructions. Remove anybuildup of dirt by occasionally wiping thecamera lens with a soft damp cloth.Caution: Do not use chemical-based orabrasive cleaners. Doing so can damagethe surface of the camera lens.Rear View CameraDriving 61
The Model X has a rear spoiler designed toimprove aerodynamics. The position of thespoiler can vary depending on the status andspeed of Model X:• When Model X is in Reverse or whendriving speed is below 10 mph (16 km/h),the spoiler provides maximum visibilitybehind Model X.• When driving speed exceeds 45 mph(72 km/h), the spoiler raises to theposition that provides the most eectiveaerodynamics.• When Model X is powered o and locked,the spoiler retracts.To allow the spoiler to automatically move asdescribed above, touch Controls > Service >Spoiler > Automatic. To disable automaticmovement of the spoiler, which keeps it in itsextended position, choose the Extendedsetting.Note: If the spoiler can not automatically loweror raise, the instrument panel displays an alert.Contact Tesla Service.Active Spoiler62 Model X Owner's Manual
Towing CapacityA Model X equipped with the optional towingpackage is capable of towing a trailer. Thetotal trailer weight (trailer weight including allcargo and additional equipment), and thetrailer tongue weight, must never exceed thefollowing:Tires MaximumTowingCapacity*MaximumTongueWeight**265/50R19 110 V SAE ClassIII – 5000lbs / 2270kgSAE ClassIII – 500lbs / 227 kg275/45R20 110V / YSAE ClassIII – 5000lbs / 2270kgSAE ClassIII – 500lbs / 227 kg285/35R22 106WSAE Class II– 3500lbs / 1580kgSAE Class II– 350 lbs(158 kg)*Tesla recommends a separate braking systemon trailers with a loaded weight of over 1000lbs (450 kg). The braking system must beappropriate for the weight of the trailer.Carefully follow the instructions provided bythe trailer brake manufacturer to ensure thattrailer brakes are properly installed, adjusted,and maintained.**The tongue weight is the downward forcethat the weight of the trailer exerts on thehitch. It must not be less than 10% of thetrailer load. Carrying a significant amount ofequipment, passengers or cargo in Model Xcan reduce the tongue weight it can handle,which also reduces the maximum towingcapacity. Maximum towing capacity iscalculated assuming Model X's GVWR (GrossVehicle Weight Rating) is not exceeded. TheGVWR is printed on the Vehicle CertificationLabel (see Vehicle Loading on page 154).Note: Maximum towing capacity is calculatedassuming only the required towing equipmentis being used. The weight of additionaloptional equipment, passengers and cargo inthe tow vehicle must be considered whendetermining towing capacity.Caution: Tesla assumes no responsibilityfor damage or injuries resulting fromtowing a trailer, for any errors oromissions in the instructionsaccompanying towing equipment, or foryour failure to follow the properinstructions. Damage caused by towing atrailer is not covered by the warranty.Warning: Do not overload the vehicle ortrailer. Doing so can cause poorperformance, vehicle damage and loss ofvehicle control, resulting in serious injuryor death.Warning: Do not use the trailer hitch totow/transport Model X.Tire Pressures when TowingWhen towing a trailer, tire pressures must beadjusted to accommodate the additional load.Keep tires inflated to the pressures shownbelow (these pressures override the pressuresthat are provided on the Tire and Loadinginformation label):Front Tires Rear Tires Cold TireInflationPressure265/50R19 265/50R19 46 psi(317 kPa)265/45R20 275/45R20 46 psi(317 kPa)265/35ZR22 285/35ZR22 50 psi(345 kPa)Warning: Check tire pressures using anaccurate pressure gauge when tires arecold. It takes only about one mile (1.6 km)of driving to warm up the tires sucientlyto aect tire pressures. Parking thevehicle in direct sunlight or in hot weathercan also aect tire pressures. If you mustcheck warm tires, expect increasedpressures. Do not let air out of warm tiresin an attempt to match recommendedcold tire pressures. A hot tire at or belowthe recommended cold tire inflationpressure is dangerously under-inflated.Warning: Never attempt to tow a trailerwhen a Model X tire is faulty or has beeninflated using a tire repair kit. Atemporarily repaired tire not designed tosustain the towing load. Towing using afaulty or temporarily repaired tire canresult in tire failure and loss of vehiclestability.Towing a TrailerDriving 63
Before Towing a TrailerBefore towing a trailer, you MUST:•Inflate tires to the cold tire inflationpressure specified above.• Set Smart Air Suspension to Standardheight (touch Controls > Suspension >Standard).• Engage Trailer Mode (described below).• Familiarize yourself with, and observe, allregulations and legal requirements in yourstate/region that apply specifically totrailer towing. Failure to comply withregulations can compromise your safety.• Adjust side mirrors to provide a clearrearward view without a significant blindspot.Then check that:• Model X rests horizontally with the trailerattached. If the vehicle is tipped sharplyup at the front and down at the rear,check that you are not exceeding themaximum towing capacity and tongueloads provided in the table above.• All trailer hitch parts and attachments,safety chains, and electrical connectorsare in good condition and are properlyconnected. If any problems are apparent,do not tow the trailer.• Trailer lights are working properly (brakelights, turn signal lights, and markerlights).• The trailer tongue is securely connectedto the hitch ball.• Safety chains are properly connectedbetween the trailer and Model X. Cross thesafety chains under the tongue of thetrailer to help prevent the tongue fromcontacting the road if it becomesseparated from the hitch. Leave enoughslack in the safety chains to allow for turnsand ensure that the chains can never dragon the ground.• All cargo is secured.• The trailer load is evenly distributed suchthat the trailer tongue weight isapproximately 10% of the total trailerweight, without exceeding the maximumtongue weights listed above.• If the trailer is equipped with a separatebraking system, check that the brakeswork and are properly adjusted. Toprovide safe stopping ability, you mustbalance the trailer brakes with the brakeson Model X.Note: For general information about trailersafety, provided by the National HighwayTrac Safety Administration, go to: http://www.nhtsa.gov/cars/problems/Equipment/towing/Towing.pdf.Warning: The trailer tongue weight mustbe approximately 10% of the total trailerweight without exceeding the maximumtongue weights listed above. Loads thatare balanced over the wheels or heavier inthe rear can cause trailer sway, resultingin loss of vehicle control.Warning: Always ensure that cargo issecured in the trailer and will not shift.Dynamic load shifts can cause loss ofvehicle control, resulting in serious injuryor death.Warning: Safety chains must always beused between the vehicle and trailer.Cross the chains under the trailer'stongue and connect them to Model X'shitch, allowing enough slack for turningcorners.Trailer ModeTrailer Mode must always be active whentowing a trailer. When Model X detects that atrailer has been connected, the touchscreenprompts you to engage Trailer Mode. Whenyou disconnect the trailer's electricalconnection, the touchscreen prompts you toexit Trailer Mode. To engage or exit TrailerMode, touch Controls > Driving > Trailer Modeon the touchscreen.The Trailer Mode indicator displayson the instrument panel when TrailerMode is active.In Trailer Mode, the following Model X featuresare disabled:• Autosteer• Autopark• Automatic Emergency Braking• Park Assist (rear)• Smart Air Suspension will not makespeed-based adjustments fromSTANDARD to LOW• Smart Air Suspension does not makeautomatic height adjustments based onsaved location-based settings• Side collision warnings are active butautomatic steering interventions aredisabledTowing a Trailer64 Model X Owner's Manual
Note: In situations where Model X detects aheavy load, it assumes that a trailer isconnected and automatically engages TrailerMode. A message displays on the instrumentpanel informing you that Trailer Mode hasbeen engaged. When Trailer Mode is enteredautomatically due to detection of a heavyload, you can change the Trailer Mode settingonly by stopping Model X and engaging thePark gear, or engaging the Neutral gear andmanually applying the parking brake using thetouchscreen (Controls > Driving > E-Brake &Power O > Parking Brake).Warning: Do not rely on Model X todetect the trailer and automaticallyengage Trailer Mode. Always check thatTrailer Mode is engaged before towing atrailer.Warning: Under no circumstances shouldyou exit Trailer Mode when towing atrailer. Doing so can cause serious injuryand/or death.Warning: Do not use the air suspensionsetting to appropriately match the heightof the hitch with the height of the trailer.You must choose a trailer hitch and trailerthat have the appropriate height forsuitable axle loading and trailer balance.Warning: Do not use Trailer Mode whenattaching a bicycle carrier to the trailerhitch (see Using a Bicycle Carrier on page70).Trailer BrakesWhen towing a loaded trailer that weighsmore than 1000 lbs (450 kg), Teslarecommends that the trailer be equipped withits own brake system adequate for the weightof the trailer. Ensure compliance with localregulations.Follow these steps to connect a brakecontroller:1. Connect the wiring on the brake controllerto the appropriate locations on the 4-pinpigtail connector included with yourModel X.1 - Brake control output to trailer2 - Ground3 - Brake On Signal4 - 12V Power (20A)2. Remove the cover located under thedashboard in the driver's side footwell.Towing a TrailerDriving 65
3. Peel back the carpet to expose Model X's4-pin connector from the wiring harness.4. Connect the pigtail connector to ModelX's wiring connector.Warning: Towing increases your stoppingdistance, even when the trailer isequipped with its own braking system.When towing, increase your followingdistance and avoid situations that couldpotentially cause heavy braking. Failure todo so can result in a collision.Warning: Observe all regulations andlegal requirements in your state/regionthat apply specifically to trailer towingand brake requirements. Many regionsrequire a breakaway switch, located onthe tongue of the trailer, to activate thetrailer brakes in the event that the trailerseparates from the vehicle. Failure tocomply with regulations can compromiseyour safety.Warning: Carefully follow the instructionsprovided by the trailer brakemanufacturer to ensure that trailer brakesare properly installed, adjusted, andmaintained. Tesla is not responsible fordamages caused by incorrect installationof trailer braking systems.Warning: Never attempt to connect trailerbrakes directly to the Model X brakingsystem. Doing so can cause damage toModel X and the trailer, and can cause thebraking system to malfunction, resultingin serious injury or death.While Towing a TrailerModel X is designed primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer putsadditional load on the motor, drive train,brakes, tires and suspension and significantlydecreases range. If you decide to tow a trailer,proceed with caution and follow these generalguidelines:• Reduce your driving speed and avoidsudden maneuvers. Keep in mind thatwhen towing a trailer, steering, stability,turning radius, stopping distance andbraking performance are dierent whencompared to driving without a trailer.• Increase your following distance bymaintaining twice the distance from avehicle ahead. This helps to avoidsituations that require heavy braking.Sudden braking may result in skidding orjack-knifing, and loss of control.• Avoid very sharp turns. Sharp turns cancause the trailer to contact Model X andcause damage. Keep in mind that thetrailer wheels will be closer to the inside ofthe turn that the vehicle’s wheels.Therefore, make wider turns to preventthe trailer from hitting curbs, road signs,trees or other objects.• Periodically check the trailer’s lights andturn signals to confirm that bulbs are stillworking. When towing a trailer, the turnsignal arrows on the Model X instrumentcluster flash as normal, even if the bulbson the trailer are burned out.• Periodically check that cargo remainssecure.• Periodically check that the trailer brakesare still working.• Avoid parking on a grade (see below).• Regularly check that all towingcomponents are securely tightened.Parking with a TrailerWhenever possible, avoid parking on a grade.However, if parking on a grade is absolutelynecessary, place wheel chocks under thetrailer’s wheels:• Press and hold the brake pedal.• Have a second person place the wheelchocks under the wheels on thedowngrade side of the tires.• When the chocks are in place, release thebrake pedal, making sure the chocks areholding the weight of the vehicle andtrailer.Towing a Trailer66 Model X Owner's Manual
• Make sure Model X is in Park (whichengages the parking brake).Note: When the chocks are in place and yourelease the brake pedal, ensure that VehicleHold (see Vehicle Hold on page 57) is notbraking Model X, preventing you fromchecking that the chocks are holding theweight of Model X and the trailer. If VehicleHold is braking Model X, the Vehicle Holdindicator light displays on the instrumentpanel. To disengage Vehicle Hold, press andrelease the brake pedal.Warning: If parking on a grade isnecessary, always ensure that all trailerwheels have been securely chocked.Failure to do so cause result in seriousdamage, injury, or death.Connecting the Trailer HitchReceiverIf Model X is equipped with the optionaltowing package, it includes a weight-carryinghitch with a 2” x 2” removable hitch receiver.When the hitch receiver is not in use, the hitchreceiver should be removed and stored in adry location to prevent rust and corrosion.Keep the dust cover over the hitch receiver'slocking mechanism to prevent dirt and debrisfrom entering the lock.Note: Always remove the ball mount beforeinstalling or removing the hitch receiver fromModel X (see Attaching and Removing the BallMount on page 68).Warning: You must use the Model X trailerhitch when towing a trailer. Never attemptto attach a dierent type of trailer hitch.To install the trailer hitch receiver:1. Remove the dust cover from the hitchhousing compartment.2. Insert the key into the hitch adapter'slocking cycling and turn the cylinder sothe top of the key is aligned with the“unlocked” position.3. Pull the locking cylinder out of theadapter approximately 1/8” and turnclockwise until the red marking on theknob aligns with the white dot on theadapter.Warning: Be careful when turning thelocking cylinder. If it does not lockinto the “Open Position”, itautomatically retracts into its original“Closed Position” and can pinch yourfingers.4. Firmly grasp the adapter from the bottomand align the triangular-shaped guides atthe sides of the adapter with thecorresponding cutouts in the hitchhousing. Do not grasp the locking cylinderbecause it needs to rotate freely.Towing a TrailerDriving 67
5. Push the adapter into the hitch housinguntil the locking cylinder rotatesapproximately 120° counter-clockwise andautomatically locks into the ClosedPosition. The green area on the lockingcylinder (above the white arrow) alignswith the white dot on the adapter.6. Visually check to confirm that the adapteris fully inserted into the hitch housing. Trypulling down on the adapter. The adaptershould not drop when you pull down.Note: If the adapter does not lock into thehousing, it will fall out when you pull downon it.7. Turn the key so the arrows align with the“locked” marking on the locking cylinder.8. Remove the key and store in a safe place(preferably inside Model X).Note: The key can be removed only if theadapter is locked. This indicates a properconnection. Do not use the adapter if thekey is not removed.Note: Tesla recommends making a note ofthe key code. You will need this code ifyou lose the keys and need to order areplacement.9. Close the dust cover to prevent dirt anddebris from entering the lock.After towing, remove the trailer hitch receiver:1. Insert the key and turn to align the top ofthe key with the “unlocked” position.2. While firmly holding the bottom of theadapter to prevent it from dropping to theground, pull the locking cylinder outapproximately 1/8” and turn it clockwiseuntil the red marking on the lockingcylinder aligns with the white dot on theadapter. At this point, the locking cylinderis locked in the Open Position and thehitch adapter drops out of the hitchhousing.Warning: Be careful when turning thelocking cylinder. If it does not lockinto the “Open Position”, itautomatically retracts into its original“Closed Position” and can pinch yourfingers.3. Re-install the dust cover on the hitchhousing to prevent dirt from accumulatinginside the housing.4. Close the dust cover on the hitchadapter’s locking cylinder and store thehitch adapter in a secure location.5. Re-install the dust cover on the hitchhousing compartment.Note: To maintain the hitch adapter, regularlygrease its surfaces with non-resinous grease.Attaching and Removing the BallMountThe Model X towing package does not includea ball mount. You must purchase a ball mountsuitable for the type of trailer you are towing.The Model X hitch receiver supports a ballmount up to 8” with a rise of up to 0.75”. Donot use any type of drop ball mount.To attach a ball mount:1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin fromthe locking bolt and slide the locking boltout of the hitch assembly.2. Slide the ball holder into the hitchassembly.Towing a Trailer68 Model X Owner's Manual
3. Align the hole in the ball holder with theone in the hitch assembly.4. Slide the locking bolt through the hitchassembly/ball holder.5. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the endof the locking bolt.To remove a ball mount:1. Remove the cotter pin from the lockingbolt and slide the locking bolt out of theball holder/hitch assembly.2. Pull the ball holder out of the hitchassembly.Electrical ConnectionsRegulations require all trailers to be equippedwith tail lights, brake lights, side marker lights,and turn signals. To provide power for trailerlighting, a built-in seven-way universal wiringconnector (SAE J560) is attached to ModelX's tow bar, near the trailer hitch. Most trailerwiring plugs can be attached to thisconnector.1. Reverse Lights2. 12V Power3. Right Turn Signal and Brake Light4. Brake Controller Output5. Tail Lights and Running Lights6. Left Turn Signal and Brake Light7. GroundNote: It is the driver's responsibility to ensurethat all electrical connections are working andall trailer lights are operating before andduring towing. Model X does not detect faultytrailer lights. You must perform manualchecks.Note: Loss of trailer lights when towing maybe the result of a blown fuse. Model X doesnot provide a warning if the fuse is blown.Contact Tesla Service.Caution: Always ensure that the trailer'selectrical cable does not contact or dragon the ground and there is enough slackin the cable to allow for turns.Warning: The brake controller outputoperates only when a brake controller isinstalled (see Trailer Brakes on page 65).Warning: Use only the electricalconnection designed by Tesla. Do notattempt to directly splice or attempt toconnect a trailer’s electrical wiring usingany other method. Doing so can damagethe Model X electrical system and causemalfunctions.Trailer Sway MitigationWhen trailer sway is detected, Model X’selectronic stability control system attempts toapply the appropriate amount of braking tominimize trailer sway. The instrument panelbriefly displays the traction control systemindicator. Pressing the brake pedal when thesystem is actively braking to mitigate trailersway does not cancel this automatic braking.Impact on RangeTowing increases Model X's weight and drag.As a result, driving range decreasessignificantly and range estimates are no longerbe accurate. Plan your trips and chargingdestinations accordingly.Towing a TrailerDriving 69
Supported Bicycle CarriersTo support the installation of a carrier (such asa bicycle rack) on the rear of Model X, theoptional towing package is required. Do notattempt to install a carrier on a Model X that isnot equipped with the towing package. Doingso can cause damage.Model X is designed to support a bicyclecarrier of up to 120 lbs (55 kg). When carrybicycles on Model X, always check to ensurethat the maximum weight is not exceeded. Forexample, this weight threshold is sucient forcarrying two bicycles weighing approximately40 lbs (18 kg) each, or four bicycles weightingapproximately 20 lbs (9 kg) each, assumingthe carrier weighs approximately 33 lbs (15kg).Warning: The accessory hitch is designedto attach a 1.25“ hitch accessory only. Donot use the accessory hitch for trailertowing, transportation or vehicle recovery.Installing a Bicycle Carrier1. Carefully follow the instructions providedby the manufacturer of the bicycle carrier.2. Connect the electrical connector (ifequipped). When Model X detects theelectrical connector, the touchscreen mayprompt you to enter Trailer Mode. Toensure availability of Autopilot features, itis recommended that you do not activateTrailer Mode.3. Check that the lights are functioningproperly (if equipped).Note: Bicycle carriers or other accessoriesmounted on the rear trunk are likely toobscure the rear view camera’s field of view. Inaddition, driver assistance functions thatinvolve the use of the rear ultrasonic sensorsmay not function as expected.Impact on RangeUsing a bicycle carrier increases total vehicleweight and drag. As a result, driving range willdecrease significantly and range estimates willno longer be accurate. Plan trip length andcharging stops accordingly.Cautions and WarningsCaution: Damage caused by using abicycle carrier is not covered by thewarranty.Warning: Do not use the trailer hitch totow/transport Model X.Warning: Use only the electricalconnection designed by Tesla. Do notattempt to directly splice or attempt toconnect a bicycle carrier's electricalwiring using any other method. Doing socan damage the Model X electricalsystem and cause malfunctions.Warning: Tesla assumes no responsibilityfor damage or injuries resulting frominstalling a bicycle carrier, for any errorsor omissions in the instructionsaccompanying bicycle carriers, or for yourfailure to follow the proper instructions.Using a Bicycle Carrier70 Model X Owner's Manual
Driver Assistance ComponentsA Model X equipped with Driver Assistance features includes the following components thatactively monitor the surrounding roadway:1. Ultrasonic sensors are located near the front and rear bumpers.2. A forward looking camera is mounted on the windshield under the rear view mirror.3. Radar is mounted in the front grill.Driver Assistance vehicles also include high precision electrically-assisted braking and steeringsystems.About Driver AssistanceDriver Assistance 71
Note: The exact detection zone may vary depending on environmental conditions.About Driver Assistance72 Model X Owner's Manual
Driver Assistance FeaturesThese safety features are available on allModel X vehicles equipped with DriverAssistance components:• Lane Assist (see Lane Assist on page85).• Collision Avoidance Assist (see CollisionAvoidance Assist on page 87).• Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page90).These convenience features, designed toreduce driver workload, are available only ifModel X is equipped with the optionalAutopilot Tech Package:•Trac-Aware Cruise Control (see Trac-Aware Cruise Control on page 74).• Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 79).• Auto Lane Change (see Auto LaneChange on page 81).• Autopark (see Autopark on page 83).• Auto High Beam (see High BeamHeadlights on page 49).You can enable/disable driver assistancefeatures and in some cases, control how theywork. To access settings for Driver Assistancefeatures, touch Controls > Settings > DriverAssistance.LimitationsMany factors can impact the performance ofDriver Assistance components, causing themto be unable to function as intended. Theseinclude (but are not limited to):• Poor visibility (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.).• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight).• Damage or obstructions caused by mud,ice, snow, etc.• Interference or obstruction by object(s)mounted onto Model X (such as a bikerack or a sticker).• Narrow or winding roads.• A damaged or misaligned bumper.• Interference from other equipment thatgenerates ultrasonic waves.• Extremely hot or cold temperatures.Warning: The list above does notrepresent an exhaustive list of situationsthat may interfere with proper operationof Driver Assistance components. Neverdepend on these components to keepyou safe. It is the driver's responsibility tostay alert, drive safely, and be in controlof the vehicle at all times.Caution: If a windshield replacement isneeded on a Model X equipped with theforward looking camera, you must takeyour vehicle to Tesla Service. This willensure appropriate handling andmounting of the camera. Failure to do socan cause one or more Driver Assistancefeatures to malfunction.Cleaning Driver AssistanceComponentsTo ensure the various Driver Assistancecomponents can provide information that is asaccurate as possible, keep them clean and freeof obstructions. Occasionally remove anybuildup of dirt by wiping with a soft clothdampened with warm water.Caution: Do not use chemical-based orabrasive cleaners. Doing so can damagesurfaces.Caution: Avoid using a high-pressurepower washer.Caution: Do not clean an ultrasonic sensorwith a sharp or abrasive object that canscratch or damage its surface.About Driver AssistanceDriver Assistance 73
If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71) and you have purchased the optionalAutopilot Tech Package, the forward lookingcamera and the radar sensor are designed todetermine when there is a vehicle in front ofyou in the same lane. If the area in front ofModel X is clear, Trac-Aware Cruise Controlmaintains a set driving speed. When a vehicleis detected, Trac-Aware Cruise Control isdesigned to slow down Model X as needed tomaintain a selected time-based distance fromthe vehicle in front, up to the set speed.Trac-Aware Cruise Control does noteliminate the need to watch the road in frontof you and to apply the brakes when needed.Trac-Aware Cruise Control is primarilyintended for driving on dry, straight roads,such as highways and freeways. It should notbe used on city streets.Warning: Trac-Aware Cruise Control isdesigned for your driving comfort andconvenience and is not a collision warningor avoidance system. It is yourresponsibility to stay alert, drive safely,and be in control of the vehicle at alltimes. Never depend on Trac-AwareCruise Control to adequately slow downModel X. Always watch the road in frontof you and be prepared to take correctiveaction at all times. Failure to do so canresult in serious injury or death.Warning: Do not use Trac-Aware CruiseControl on city streets or on roads wheretrac conditions are constantly changingand where bicycles and pedestrians arepresent.Warning: Do not use Trac-Aware CruiseControl on winding roads with sharpcurves, on icy or slippery road surfaces, orwhen weather conditions (such as heavyrain, snow, fog, etc) make it inappropriateto drive at a consistent speed. Trac-Aware Cruise Control does not adaptdriving speed based on road and drivingconditions.Operating Trac-Aware CruiseControlThe instrument paneldisplays a gray speedometericon on the left side of thedriving speed to indicatethat Trac-Aware CruiseControl is available but thecruising speed has not beenset. Unless a vehicle isdetected ahead of you, youmust be driving at least18 mph (30 km/h) to useTrac-Aware Cruise Control.If a vehicle is detected aheadof you, you can use Trac-Aware Cruise Control at anyspeed, even when stationary.When driving at your desired speed, set thecruising speed by moving the cruise controllever up or down (or pulling it briefly towardyou), then releasing.The speedometer icon on theinstrument panel turns blueand displays the set speed toindicate that Trac-AwareCruise Control is activelymaintaining the set speed.You can now release the accelerator pedal andallow Trac-Aware Cruise Control to maintainyour set speed. When no vehicle is detectedahead, Trac-Aware Cruise Control maintainsthe set speed. If a vehicle is detected, Trac-Aware Cruise Control maintains your chosenfollowing distance, up to the set speed,accelerating and decelerating Model X asneeded. When the vehicle you are following isno longer detected, Trac-Aware CruiseControl accelerates back to the set speed.You can accelerate at any time when driving ata set speed using Trac-Aware CruiseControl. But when you release the accelerator,Model X returns to the set speed.Trac-Aware Cruise Control74 Model X Owner's Manual
When following a vehicle, Trac-Aware CruiseControl remains active at low speeds. IfModel X comes to a standstill and remainsstationary for approximately three seconds (orapproximately 30 seconds when on ahighway), Trac-Aware Cruise Control goesinto a HOLD state and the instrument paneldisplays a message indicating that you needto resume cruise control. To resume, press theaccelerator pedal or pull the cruise controllever toward you (see Canceling andResuming on page 77).Trac-Aware CruiseControl resumes operating at your currentlyset speed. If you don't resume cruise control,cruise cancels and you must set the cruisingspeed again.Note: If you double-pull the cruise controllever, Autosteer activates and the set speedchanges to your current driving speed.When Trac-Aware Cruise Control is activelyslowing down Model X to maintain theselected distance from the vehicle ahead, thebrake lights turn on to alert other road usersthat you are slowing down. You may alsonotice slight movement of the brake pedal.Warning: Trac-Aware Cruise Controlcan not detect all objects and may notbrake/decelerate for stationary vehicles,especially in situations when you aredriving over 50 mph (80 km/h) and avehicle you are following moves out ofyour driving path and a stationary vehicleor object, bicycle, or pedestrian is in frontof you instead. Always pay attention tothe road ahead and stay prepared to takeimmediate corrective action. Dependingon Trac-Aware Cruise Control to avoida collision can result in serious injury ordeath. In addition, Trac-Aware CruiseControl may react to vehicles or objectsthat either do not exist or are not in thelane of travel, causing Model X to slowdown unnecessarily or inappropriately.Warning: Trac-Aware Cruise Controlmay be unable to provide adequatespeed control because of limited brakingcapability and hills. It can also misjudgethe distance from a vehicle ahead. Drivingdownhill can increase driving speed,causing Model X to exceed your setspeed. Never depend on Trac-AwareCruise Control to slow down the vehicleenough to prevent a collision. Alwayskeep your eyes on the road when drivingand be prepared to take corrective actionas needed. Depending on Trac-AwareCruise Control to slow the vehicle downenough to prevent a collision can result inserious injury or death.Warning: Trac-Aware Cruise Controlmay occasionally brake Model X when notrequired or you are not expecting it. Thiscan be caused by closely following avehicle ahead, detecting vehicles orobjects in adjacent lanes (especially oncurves), etc.Adjust your following distanceTo adjust the distance you want to maintainbetween Model X and a vehicle travelingahead of you, rotate the cruise control lever tochoose a setting from 1 (the closest followingdistance) to 7 (the longest following distance).Each setting corresponds to a time-baseddistance that represents how long it takes forModel X, from its current location, to reach thelocation of the rear bumper of the vehicleahead.Note: A horizontal line displays on theinstrument panel to represent your followingdistance from a vehicle ahead (see InstrumentPanel - Driving on page 44).As you rotate the cruise control lever, theinstrument panel displays the current setting.Release the lever when the desired setting isdisplayed.Trac-Aware Cruise ControlDriver Assistance 75
Cruising at the Speed LimitTrac-Aware Cruise Control makes it easy tocruise at the speed limit. Once you've initiallyset a cruising speed, you can adjust the speedto cruise at the speed limit that is currentlybeing determined by Speed Assist (see SpeedAssist on page 90). To do so, pull the cruisecontrol lever toward you and holdmomentarily (about half a second). When yourelease, your cruising speed is set to the speedthat is automatically or manually beingdetermined by Speed Assist, taking intoconsideration any oset you have specified.Note: When you adjust the cruising speedbased on the speed limit, the set speed doesnot change when the speed limit changes. Youmust pull and hold the cruise control leveragain to cruise at the new speed limit. You canalso manually adjust your cruising speed atany time (see Changing the Set Speed onpage 76).Note: If Speed Assist is unable to determine aspeed limit, your set speed does not changewhen you pull the cruise control lever towardyou and hold momentarily.Warning: Do not rely on Speed Assist todetermine an accurate or appropriatecruising speed. Always cruise at a safespeed based on road conditions.Changing the Set SpeedTo change the set speed while using Trac-Aware Cruise Control, move the cruise controllever up (increase) or down (decrease) untilyour desired speed is reached.To increase/decrease speed by 1 mph (1km/h), move the lever up or down to the firstposition and release. To increase/decreasespeed to the closest 5 mph (5 km/h)increment, move the lever up/down to thesecond position and release. For example, ifyou are traveling at 57 mph and you move thelever up to the second position and release,the speed increases to 60 mph. You can alsoincrease/decrease speed by holding the leverin the full up/down position and releasingwhen the desired speed displays below thecruise control icon.To cruise at the speed limit that is currentlybeing determined by Speed Assist, pull thecruise control lever toward you and holdmomentarily (about half a second). See SpeedAssist on page 90.Note: It may take a few seconds for Model Xto reach the new cruising speed.Overtake AccelerationWhen following a vehicle with Trac-AwareCruise Control active, engaging the turn signalto indicate a move into the passing lane brieflyaccelerates Model X towards the vehicleahead. By momentarily holding the turn signallever up or down (depending on the regionyou are driving in), you can quickly accelerateup to your set speed without having to pressthe accelerator pedal. The turn signalaccelerates Model X only when the followingconditions are met:•Trac-Aware Cruise Control is operatingand detecting a vehicle in front.• No obstacles or vehicles are detected inthe target lane.• Model X is traveling below the set speed,but over 45 mph (72 km/h).• The turn signal indicates a move into thepassing lane.Overtake Acceleration is intended as an aidwhen passing a vehicle ahead of you. Whenthe turn signal is engaged, Trac-AwareCruise Control continues to maintain distancefrom the vehicle ahead, but allows you to driveslightly closer than your selected distance.Note: Model X uses its onboard GPS (GlobalPositioning System) to determine if you aredriving in a region with right or left handtrac. This enables the appropriate turn signalto provide overtake acceleration. Whendriving in right hand trac, only the left turnsignal indicates a move into the passing lane.In left hand trac, only the right turn signalTrac-Aware Cruise Control76 Model X Owner's Manual
(moving the turn signal lever up) indicatespassing. In situations where GPS data isunavailable (for example, inadequate signal),the turn signal does not activate OvertakeAcceleration.Acceleration cancels when:• You reach your set cruising speed.• Changing lanes takes too long.• Model X gets too close to the vehicleahead.OR• You disengage the turn signal.Note: Your chosen setting is retained until youmanually change it.Note: Overtake Acceleration occurs when youeither fully engage the turn signal, or you holdthe turn signal in the momentary position(partially engaged). When you release ordisengage the turn signal, Model X stopsaccelerating (in the same way as when yourelease the accelerator pedal) and resumesthe set speed.Warning: Overtake Acceleration cancancel for many unforeseen reasons inaddition to those listed above (forexample, lack of GPS data). Stay alert andnever depend on Overtake Accelerationto increase your driving speed.Warning: Overtake Acceleration increasesyour driving speed whenever theappropriate turn signal is engaged, andaccelerates Model S closer to the vehicleahead. Although Trac-Aware CruiseControl continues to maintain distancefrom the vehicle ahead, it is important tobe aware that your selected followingdistance is reduced when OvertakeAcceleration is active, particularly in caseswhere it may not be your intention toovertake the vehicle you are following.Canceling and ResumingTo manually cancel Trac-Aware CruiseControl, briefly push the cruise control leveraway from you or press the brake pedal. Thespeedometer icon on the instrument panelturns gray to indicate that cruise control is notactively controlling your speed.To resume cruising at the previously set speed,briefly pull the cruise control lever toward you.Note: Depending on date of manufacture,some Model X vehicles have a button on theend of the cruise control lever. Pressing thisbutton when cruise control is active cancelscruise control.Note: When Trac-Aware Cruise Controlcancels, Model X does not coast. Instead,regenerative braking slows down Model X inthe same way as when you move your foot othe accelerator when driving without cruisecontrol (see Regenerative Braking on page53).Warning: Trac-Aware Cruise Controlcancels, or may not be available, in thefollowing situations:• You press the brake pedal.• Your driving speed drops below18 mph (30 km/h) in situations whenModel X does not detect a vehicleahead within the specified distance.• Your driving speed exceeds themaximum cruising speed of 90 mph(150 km/h).• You shift Model X out of Drive.• The driver's seat belt is unbuckled.• A door is opened.Trac-Aware Cruise ControlDriver Assistance 77
• The view from the radar sensor orcamera is obstructed. This could becaused by dirt, mud, ice, snow, fog,etc.• The traction control setting ismanually disabled or is repeatedlyengaging to prevent wheels fromslipping.• The wheels are spinning while at astandstill.• The cruise control system is failing.• The cruise control system requiresservice.When Trac-Aware Cruise Control isunavailable or cancels, Model X no longerdrives consistently at a set speed and nolonger maintains a specified distancefrom the vehicle ahead.Warning: Trac-Aware Cruise Controlcan cancel unexpectedly at any time forunforeseen reasons. Always watch theroad in front of you and stay prepared totake appropriate action. It is the driver'sresponsibility to be in control of Model Xat all times.Summary of Cruise IndicatorsTrac-Aware Cruise Control isavailable but is not activelycontrolling your speed until you setthe cruising speed. Accelerate untilyou reach a desired cruising speed,then briefly tap the cruise controllever up or down (or pull brieflytoward you).Trac-Aware Cruise Control isoperating and is maintaining the setspeed because it is not activelytracking a vehicle in front. Insituations where Trac-AwareCruise Control is actively tracking avehicle, the vehicle in front isoutlined in white and Model X willdecelerate/accelerate as needed tomaintain your chosen followingdistance.Model X has fully stopped and youmust tap the accelerator pedal toresume cruising at the set speed.LimitationsTrac-Aware Cruise Control is particularlyunlikely to operate as intended in thefollowing types of situations:• The road has sharp curves.• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.).• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight) is interfering with thecamera's view.• The radar sensor in the center of the frontgrill is obstructed (dirty, covered, etc.).• The windshield area in the camera's fieldof view is obstructed (fogged over, dirty,covered by a sticker, etc.).Trac-Aware Cruise Control78 Model X Owner's Manual
If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), and you have purchased the optionalAutopilot Tech Package, you can useAutosteer to manage steering and speedunder certain circumstances. Autosteer buildsupon Trac-Aware Cruise Control,intelligently keeping Model X in its driving lanewhen cruising at a set speed. Using theforward looking camera, the radar sensor, andthe ultrasonic sensors, Autosteer detects lanemarkings and the presence of vehicles andobjects, steering Model X based on the lanemarking and the vehicle directly in front ofyou.Warning: Autosteer is a hands-on feature.You must keep your hands on the steeringwheel at all times except in stop-and-gotrac when driving below 45 mph(70 km/h).Warning: Autosteer is intended for useonly on highways and controlled-accessroads with a fully attentive driver. Holdthe steering wheel and be mindful of roadconditions and surrounding trac whileusing Autosteer. Do not use Autosteer oncity streets or in areas where bicyclists orpedestrians may be present. Neverdepend on Autosteer to determine anappropriate driving path. Always beprepared to take immediate action.Failure to follow these instructions couldcause serious property damage, injury ordeath.Operating AutosteerBefore you can operate Autosteer, you mustenable it by touching Controls > Settings >Driver Assistance > Autosteer > Enable. Youcan also choose whether you want to hear achime when Autosteer is enabled or disabled.To indicate that Autosteer is available (but notactively steering Model X), the instrumentpanel displays a gray Autosteer icon on theright side of the driving speed as shown here:To initiate Autosteer, pull the cruise controllever toward you twice in quick succession.Autosteer briefly displays a message on theinstrument panel reminding you to payattention to the road and be ready to takeover at any time. To indicate that Autosteer isnow actively steering Model X, the instrumentpanel displays the Autosteer icon in blue.When Autosteer is able to detect lanemarkings, it also displays the driving lane inblue:Note: To initiate Autosteer, you must bedriving at least 18 mph (30 km/h) on aroadway with visible lane markings. If a vehicleis detected ahead of you, you can initiateAutosteer at any speed, even when stationary.Note: In most cases, Autosteer attempts tocenter Model X in the driving lane. However, ifthe sensors detect the presence an obstacle(such as a vehicle or guard rail), Autosteermay steer Model X in a driving path that isoset from the center of the lane.Hold Steering WheelAutosteer uses data from the camera, sensors,and GPS system to determine where to drive.It also requires you to hold the steering wheel.If Autosteer is not confident in the quality ofdata it is receiving and does not detect yourhands on the steering wheel, it sounds a chimeand displays the following message on theinstrument panel:AutosteerDriver Assistance 79
When you see this message, you may need totighten your grip on the steering wheel. Whenyour hands are detected, Autosteer resumesnormal operation.Note: Be careful not to apply any steering.Doing so cancels Autosteer.If Autosteer does not detect your hands onthe steering wheel, the Hold Steering Wheelrequest escalates by sounding two additionalchimes. The chimes increase in frequency untilAutosteer detects your hands. If no action istaken, Autosteer begins to decelerate Model Xand displays the following message on theinstrument panel:Autosteer will eventually decelerate Model Xto a full stop and then turn on the hazardwarning flashers.Take Over ImmediatelyIn situations where Autosteer is unable tosteer Model X, Autosteer sounds a warningchime and displays the following message onthe instrument panel:When you see this message, TAKE OVERSTEERING IMMEDIATELY.Canceling AutosteerAutosteer cancels when:• You start steering manually.• You press the brake pedal.• You push the cruise control lever awayfrom you.• You unbuckle the driver's seat belt.• The maximum speed that Autosteersupports (90 mph/145 km/h) is exceeded.• You change gears.When Autosteer cancels, the Autosteer icon isgray to indicate that Autosteer is no longeractive.Note: If Autosteer cancels because you startedsteering manually, Trac-Aware CruiseControl remains active. Disengage Trac-Aware Cruise Control as you normally would,by pressing the brake or briefly pushing thecruise control lever away from you.To disable Autosteer so it is no longeravailable, touch Controls > Settings > DriverAssistance > Autosteer > Cancel.LimitationsAutosteer is particularly unlikely to operate asintended in the following situations:• Autosteer is unable to accuratelydetermine lane markings due to poorvisibility (heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.), or anobstructed, covered, or damaged cameraor sensor.• The road has sharp curves or isexcessively rough.• Bright light (such as direct sunlight) isinterfering with the camera's view.• The sensors are aected by otherelectrical equipment or devices thatgenerate ultrasonic waves.Warning: Many unforeseen circumstancescan impair the operation of Autosteer.Always keep this in mind and rememberthat as a result, Autosteer may not steerModel X appropriately. Always driveattentively and be prepared to takeimmediate action.Autosteer80 Model X Owner's Manual
If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), and you have purchased the optionalAutopilot Tech Package, you can use AutoLane Change to move Model X into anadjacent lane without touching the steeringwheel (which would cancel Autosteer). Whenboth Trac-Aware Cruise Control andAutosteer are active, Auto Lane Changeintelligently steers Model X into an adjacentdriving lane. Using the forward lookingcamera, the radar sensor, and the ultrasonicsensors, Autosteer detects lane markings andthe presence of other vehicles.Auto Lane Change is designed for use onhighways and main roads with visible lanemarkings and under relatively predictablecircumstances in which minimal steering anddriver intervention is needed.Warning: It is the driver's responsibility todetermine whether a lane change is safeand appropriate. Auto Lane Change cannot detect oncoming trac in the targetlane, especially fast moving vehicles fromthe rear. Therefore, before initiating a lanechange, always check blind spots, lanemarkings, and the surrounding roadwayto confirm it is safe and appropriate tomove into the target lane.Warning: Never depend on Auto LaneChange to determine an appropriatedriving path. Drive attentively bywatching the road and trac ahead ofyou and monitoring the instrument panelfor warnings. Always be prepared to takeimmediate action.Warning: Do not use Auto Lane Changeon city streets or on roads where tracconditions are constantly changing andwhere bicycles and pedestrians arepresent.Warning: The performance of Auto LaneChange depends on the forward lookingcamera's ability to recognize lanemarkings.Warning: Do not use Auto Lane Changeon winding roads with sharp curves, onicy or slippery roads, or when weatherconditions (such as heavy rain, snow, fog,etc.) may be obstructing the view fromthe camera or sensors.Operating Auto Lane ChangeBefore you can operate Auto Lane Change,you must enable it by touching Controls >Settings > Driver Assistance > Auto LaneChange > On.Note: Before you can turn on Auto LaneChange, you must turn on Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 79). Without Autosteer,Auto Lane Change can not operate.Note: Your chosen setting is retained until youmanually change it. It is also saved in yourdriver profile.To change lanes using Auto Lane Change:• Perform visual checks to make sure it issafe and appropriate to move into thetarget lane.• Engage the turn signal.Auto Lane Change moves Model X into theadjacent lane in the direction indicated by theturn signal, provided the following conditionsare met:• The Auto Lane Change setting is turnedon.• The turn signal is engaged.• Autosteer is actively steering Model X.• The ultrasonic sensors detect no vehicleor obstacles up to the center of the targetlane.• The camera's view is not obstructed.• Lane Assist does not detect a vehicle inthe blind spot (see Lane Assist on page85).• Midway through the lane change, AutoLane Change can detect the outside lanemarking of the target lane.• Driving speed is at least 30 mph(50 km/h) in situations where a vehicle isnot detected in front of Model X. Iffollowing a vehicle ahead, Auto LaneChange works at any speed.As the lane change is in progress, OvertakeAcceleration is activated, allowing Model X toaccelerate closer to a vehicle in front (see Overtake Acceleration on page 76). Midwaythrough the lane change, Auto Lane Changemust be able to detect the target lane'soutside lane marking. If this lane marking cannot be detected, both Auto Lane Change andAutosteer will cancel.Note: Auto Lane Change moves Model X onelane at a time. Moving into an additional lanerequires you to engage the turn signal aAuto Lane ChangeDriver Assistance 81
second time when the first lane change iscomplete.Warning: If Auto Lane Change can notdetect the outside of the target lanemidway through the lane change, bothAuto Lane Change and Autosteer willcancel. The instrument panel displays amessage instructing you to take over thesteering wheel immediately.When Auto Lane Change is active, it isimportant to monitor its performance bywatching the driving path in front of you. Stayprepared to take over steering at any time. Onthe instrument panel, the lane you are crossingover displays as a dashed blue line and once inyour new lane, the lane markings display assolid blue lines.In situations where Auto Lane Change isunable to operate at optimal performance, orcan not operate due to inadequate data, theinstrument panel displays a series of warnings.Therefore, when using Auto Lane Change,always pay attention to the instrument paneland be prepared to manually steer Model X.Warning: When Auto Lane Change isactively steering Model X, the steeringwheel moves accordingly. Any significantrestriction of the steering wheel'smovement can cancel Auto Lane Change.Canceling Auto Lane ChangeAuto Lane Change cancels when you manuallymove the steering wheel, press the brakepedal, or disengage the turn indicator beforeModel X crosses the markers on the existinglane.To disable Auto Lane Change so it is no longeravailable, touch Controls > Settings > DriverAssistance > Auto Lane Change > O.LimitationsAuto Lane Change is particularly unlikely tooperate as intended in the following types ofsituations:• Auto Lane Change is unable to accuratelydetermine lane markings. For example,lane markings are excessively worn, havebeen adjusted due to road construction,are changing quickly (lanes branching o,crossing over, or merging), objects orlandscape features are casting strongshadows on the lane markings, or the roadsurface contains pavement seams or otherhigh-contrast lines.• A side collision warning is active (see LaneAssist on page 85) when you engage theturn signal.• The road has sharp curves.• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.) or weather conditions areinterfering with sensor operation.• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight) is interfering with thecamera's view.• A sensor or the camera is damaged orobstructed (such as by mud, fog, ice, orsnow).• The sensors are aected by otherelectrical equipment or devices thatgenerate ultrasonic waves.• Model X is being driven very close to avehicle in front of it, which is blocking thecamera's view.Warning: Many unforeseen circumstancescan impair the operation of Auto LaneChange. Always keep this in mind andremember that as a result, Auto LaneChange may not steer Model Xappropriately. Always drive attentivelyand stay prepared to immediately takeover steering at any time.Auto Lane Change82 Model X Owner's Manual
If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), and you have purchased the optionalAutopilot Tech Package, Autopark is designedto find, and maneuver Model X into, a parallelparking location. Using data from theultrasonic sensors, Autopark determines theproximity to the curb and to the other parkedvehicles (see About Driver Assistance on page71). Autopark is available only when Model X isdriving below 15 mph (24 km/h).Note: Autopark detects potential parallelparking locations that are at least 20 feet (6meters) in length (but less than 49 feet (15meters).Warning: Autopark's performancedepends on the ability of the ultrasonicsensors to recognize the location ofvehicles, curbs and other objects.Warning: Never depend on Autopark tofind a parking location that is legal,suitable, and safe. Autopark may notalways detect objects in the parkingspace. Always perform visual checks toconfirm that a parking space isappropriate and safe.Operating AutoparkFollow these steps to operate Autopark:1. When driving below 15 mph (24 km/h),monitor the instrument panel todetermine when Autopark has detected apotential parking location. The Autoparkicon appears when you are approximatelyone to two car lengths aheads of thedetected parking location.2. Stop approximately one car length aheadof the parking location as you normallywould when parallel parking, and check todetermine if the detected parking locationis appropriate and safe.3. If the location is suitable, stop Model X infront of the parking location, release thesteering wheel, engage the Reverse gearand continue with the remaining steps. Ifthe location is not suitable, repeat Steps 1and 2 until an appropriate and safeparking location is found.4. Touch Start Autopark on the touchscreen.5. When parking is complete, Autoparkdisplays the Complete message.In situations where Autopark can not operatedue to inadequate sensor data, the instrumentpanels displays an alert message indicatingthat you must manually park Model X.Note: If you press the brake when Autopark isactively parking Model X, the parking processpauses until you press the Resume button onthe touchscreen.Warning: When Autopark is activelysteering Model X, the steering wheelmoves in accordance with Autopark'sadjustments. Do not interfere with themovement of the steering wheel. Doingso cancels Autopark.Warning: During the parking sequence,continually check your surroundings. Beprepared to apply the brakes to avoidvehicles, pedestrians, or objects.Warning: When Autopark is active,monitor the touchscreen and instrumentpanel to ensure that you are aware of theinstructions that Autopark is providing.Canceling AutoparkAutopark cancels when you manually movethe steering wheel during a parking sequence,or when you change gears. Autopark alsocancels when:• The parking sequence exceeds themaximum of seven moves.• The driver's seat belt is unbuckled.• A door is opened.• You press the accelerator pedal.• You press the brake pedal twice in quicksuccession.Pausing AutoparkTo pause Autopark, press the brake pedalonce. Model X stops and remains stopped untilyou press Resume on the touchscreen.AutoparkDriver Assistance 83
LimitationsAutopark is particularly unlikely to operate asintended in the following types of situations:• The road grade is greater than 10%.• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.).• The curb is constructed of material otherthan stone, or the curb can not bedetected.• One or more of the ultrasonic sensors isdamaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as bymud, ice, or snow).• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog,or extremely hot or cold temperatures)are interfering with sensor operation.• The sensors are aected by otherelectrical equipment or devices thatgenerate ultrasonic waves.Warning: Many unforeseen circumstancescan impair the operation of Autopark.Keep this in mind and remember that as aresult, Autopark may not steer Model Xappropriately. Pay attention when parkingModel X and stay prepared toimmediately take control.Autopark84 Model X Owner's Manual
If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), the forward looking camera monitorsthe markers on the lane you are driving in, andthe ultrasonic sensors monitor the blind spotfor the presence of a vehicle. To help you stayin your driving lane and to avoid sidecollisions, Lane Assist provides two types ofwarnings:• Lane Departure Warning: If a front wheelpasses over a lane marking and theassociated turn signal is o, you may feela slight vibration in the steering wheel.These warnings are active only whenModel X is traveling over approximately30 mph (50 km/h).• Side Collision Warning: When an object,such as a vehicle, is detected in your blindspot or traveling close to the side ofModel X, Lane Assist displays fluid linesradiating from the image of Model X onthe instrument panel. The location of thelines correspond to the location of thedetected object. The color of the lines(white, yellow, orange or red) representsthe object's proximity to Model X, withwhite being the furthest and red beingvery close and requiring immediateattention. When the lines are red, a chimewill sound. These warnings are active onlywhen Model X is traveling between 20mph (30 km/h) and approximately 85mph (140 km/h)30 and 140 km/h.In addition to warnings described above, LaneAssist provides steering interventions ifModel X drifts into (or close to) an adjacentlane in which an object, such as a vehicle, isdetected. In these situations, Model Xautomatically steers to a safer position in itsdriving lane. This steering is applied only whenModel X is traveling between 30 mph (50km/h) and 85 mph (140 km/h) on majorroadways with clearly visible lane markings.When corrective steering is applied, theinstrument panel briefly displays a warningmessage.Note: Corrective steering is not applied whenAutosteer is activeWarning: Lane Assist is for guidancepurposes only and is not intended toreplace your own direct visual checks.Never depend on Lane Assist to informyou of unintentionally driving outside ofthe boundaries of the driving lane orinforming you that an object or vehicle isin your blind spot. Several external factorscan reduce the performance of LaneAssist. It is the driver's responsibility tostay alert, pay attention to the drivinglane and always be aware of other roadusers. Failure to do so can result inserious injury or death.Warning: Steering interventions areminimal and are not designed to moveModel X out of its driving lane. Do notrely on steering interventions to avoidside collisions.Warning: Lane Departure Warning isdesigned to detect lane markings andmay not detect the edge of a road,especially if the road has no curb. It is thedriver's responsibility to drive attentivelyand stay within the boundaries of thedriving lane.Warning: Before changing lanes, alwaysvisually check the lane you are movinginto by using side mirrors and performingthe appropriate shoulder checks. Severalfactors can aect the performance of theLane Assist warnings, resulting in lack of,or false warnings (see “Limitations andInaccuracies” below).Lane AssistDriver Assistance 85
Controlling Lane Assist WarningsTo turn Lane Departure Warning on or o,touch Controls > Settings > DriverAssistance > Lane Departure Warning.To turn Side Collision Warning on or o, touchControls > Settings > Driver Assistance > SideCollision Warning.Note: Your chosen settings are retained untilyou manually change them. They are alsosaved in your driver profile.Limitations and InaccuraciesLane Assist can not always clearly detect lanemarkings and you may experienceunnecessary or invalid lane departurewarnings in these situations:• Visibility is poor and lane markings are notclearly visible (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.). The exact detection zone of theultrasonic sensors vary depending onenvironmental conditions.• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight) is interfering with thecamera's view.• Model X is being driven very close to avehicle in front of it which is blocking thecamera's view.• The windshield area in the camera's fieldof view is obstructed (fogged over, dirty,covered by a sticker, etc.).• Lane markings are excessively worn, havebeen adjusted due to road construction orare changing quickly (for example, lanesbranching o, crossing over, or merging).• The road is narrow or winding.• Objects or landscape features are castingstrong shadows on lane markers.Side Collision Warning may not providewarnings, or may apply inappropriatewarnings, in these situations:• One or more of the ultrasonic sensors isdamaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as bymud, ice, or snow).• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog,or extremely hot or cold temperatures)are interfering with sensor operation.• The sensors are aected by otherelectrical equipment or devices thatgenerate ultrasonic waves.• An object that is mounted to Model X isinterfering with and/or obstructing asensor (such as a bike rack or a bumpersticker).In addition, Model X may not steer away froman adjacent vehicle, or may unnecessarilyapply steering, if:• You are driving Model X on sharp cornersor on a curve at a relatively high speed.• You are drifting into another lane but anobject (such as a vehicle) is not present.• A vehicle in another lane cuts in front ofyou or drifts into your driving lane.• Model X is traveling less than 20 mph (30km/h) or over 85 mph (140 km/h).• One or more of the ultrasonic sensors isdamaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as bymud, ice, or snow).• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog,or extremely hot or cold temperatures)are interfering with sensor operation.• The sensors are aected by otherelectrical equipment or devices thatgenerate ultrasonic waves.• An object mounted to Model X (such as abike rack or a bumper sticker) isinterfering with or obstructing a sensor.• Visibility is poor and lane markings are notclearly visible (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.).• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight) is interfering with thecamera's view.• Lane markings are excessively worn, havebeen adjusted due to road construction orare changing quickly (for example, lanesbranching o, crossing over, or merging).Warning: The lists above do not representan exhaustive list of situations that mayinterfere with the Lane Assist warnings.Lane Assist may fail to provide warningsfor many other reasons. To avoid acollision, stay alert and always payattention to the roadway when drivingModel X so you can anticipate the need totake corrective action as early as possible.Caution: If a fault occurs with the LaneAssist system, Model X displays an alert.Contact Tesla Service.Lane Assist86 Model X Owner's Manual
If Model X is equipped with Driver Assistancecomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), the following collision avoidancefeatures are designed to increase the safety ofyou and your passengers:• Forward Collision Warning provides visualand audible warnings in situations wherethere is a high risk of a frontal collision(see Forward Collision Warning on page87).• Automatic Emergency Brakingautomatically applies braking to reducethe impact of a frontal collision (see Automatic Emergency Braking on page88).Warning: Forward Collision Warning is forguidance purposes only and is not asubstitute for attentive driving and soundjudgment. Keep your eyes on the roadwhen driving and never depend onForward Collision Warning to warn you ofa potential collision. Several factors canreduce or impair performance, causingeither unnecessary, invalid, inaccurate, ormissed warnings. Depending on ForwardCollision Warning to warn you of apotential collision can result in seriousinjury or death.Warning: Automatic Emergency Brakingis not designed to prevent a collision. Atbest, it can minimize the impact of afrontal collision by attempting to reduceyour driving speed. Depending onAutomatic Emergency Braking to avoid acollision can result in serious injury ordeath.Forward Collision WarningThe forward looking camera and the radarsensor monitor the area in front of Model X forthe presence of an object such as a vehicle,bicycle or pedestrian. If a collision isconsidered likely unless you take immediatecorrective action, Forward Collision Warning isdesigned to sound a chime and highlight thevehicle in front of you in red on the instrumentpanel:Warnings cancel automatically when the riskof a collision has been reduced (for example,you have decelerated or stopped Model X, or avehicle in front has moved out of your drivingpath).If immediate action is not taken when Model Xissues a Forward Collision Warning, a collisionis considered imminent and AutomaticEmergency Braking (if enabled) automaticallyapplies the brakes (see Automatic EmergencyBraking on page 88).By default, Forward Collision Waring is turnedon. To turn it o or adjust its sensitivity, touchControls > Settings > Driver Assistance >Forward Collision Warning. Instead of thedefault warning level of Medium, you can turnthe warning O, or you can choose to bewarned Late or Early.Note: Your chosen setting for ForwardCollision Warning is retained until youmanually change it. It is also saved in yourdriver profile.Warning: The cameras and sensorsassociated with Forward CollisionWarning are designed to monitor anapproximate area of up to 525 feet(160 meters) in your driving path. Thearea being monitored by ForwardCollision Warning can be adverselyaected by road and weather conditions.Use appropriate caution when driving.Warning: Forward Collision Warning isdesigned only to provide visual andaudible alerts. It does not attempt toapply the brakes or decelerate Model X.When seeing and/or hearing a warning, itis the driver's responsibility to takecorrective action immediately.Warning: Forward Collision Warning mayprovide a warning in situations where thelikelihood of collision may not exist. StayCollision Avoidance AssistDriver Assistance 87
alert and always pay attention to the areain front of Model X so you can anticipatewhether any action is required.Warning: Forward Collision Warning doesnot operate when Model X is travelingless than 4 mph (7 km/h).Automatic Emergency BrakingThe forward looking camera and the radarsensor are designed to determine the distancefrom any object (vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle,or pedestrian) traveling in front of Model X.When a frontal collision is consideredunavoidable, Automatic Emergency Braking isdesigned to automatically apply the brakes toreduce the severity of the impact.When Automatic Emergency Braking appliesthe brakes, the instrument panel displays avisual warning and you'll hear a chime. Youmay also notice abrupt downward movementof the brake pedal. The brake lights turn on toalert other road users that you are slowingdown.When Automatic Emergency Braking hasreduced the driving speed by 25 mph (40km/h), the brakes are released. For example, ifAutomatic Emergency Braking applies brakingwhen driving at 56 mph (90 km/h), it releasesthe brakes when the speed has been reducedto 31 mph (50 km/h). The instrument panelbriefly displays a message indicating thatbraking has completed.Automatic Emergency Braking operates onlywhen driving between 5 mph (8 km/h) and 85mph (140 km/h).Automatic Emergency Braking does not applythe brakes, or stops applying the brakes, insituations where you are taking action to avoida potential collision. For example:• You turn the steering wheel sharply.• You press the accelerator pedal.• You press and release the brake pedal.• A vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, orpedestrian, is no longer detected ahead.Automatic Emergency Braking is alwaysenabled when you start Model X. To disable itfor your current drive, touch Controls >Settings > Driver Assistance > AutomaticEmergency Braking > Disable.Warning: It is strongly recommended thatyou do not disable Automatic EmergencyBraking. If you disable it, Model X doesnot automatically apply the brakes insituations where a collision is consideredlikely.Warning: Automatic Emergency Brakingis designed to reduce the severity of animpact. It is not designed to avoid acollision.Warning: Several factors can aect theperformance of Automatic EmergencyBraking, causing either no braking orinappropriate or untimely braking. It is thedriver’s responsibility to drive safely andremain in control of the vehicle at alltimes. Never depend on AutomaticEmergency Braking to avoid or reducethe impact of a collision.Warning: Automatic Emergency Brakingis designed to reduce the impact offrontal collisions only and does notfunction when Model X is in reverse.Warning: Automatic Emergency Brakingis not a substitute for maintaining a safetraveling distance between you and thevehicle in front of you.Warning: The brake pedal movesdownward abruptly during automaticbraking events. Always ensure that thebrake pedal can move freely. Do not placematerial on top of the Tesla-supplieddriver’s floor mat (including an additionalmat) and always ensure that the driver’sfloor mat is properly secured. Failure todo so can impede the ability of the brakepedal to move freely.Note: For advance notice of an AutomaticEmergency Braking event, turn on ForwardCollision Warning (see Forward CollisionWarning on page 87). When turned on, youhear a chime and see a collision warning in thecenter of the instrument panel if a collision isconsidered likely. Then, if you do not takeimmediate corrective action, a collision isconsidered imminent and AutomaticEmergency Braking applies braking to reducedriving speed. If enabled, AutomaticEmergency Braking applies braking when acollision is considered inevitable, even ifForward Collision Warning is turned o.Collision Avoidance Assist88 Model X Owner's Manual
Limitations and InaccuraciesCollision Avoidance features cannot alwaysdetect vehicles, bikes, or pedestrians, and youmay experience unnecessary, inaccurate,invalid, or missed warnings for many reasons,particularly if:• The road has sharp curves.• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow,fog, etc.).• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight) is interfering with thecamera's view.• The radar sensor in the center of the frontgrill is obstructed (dirty, covered, etc.).• The windshield area in the camera's fieldof view is obstructed (fogged over, dirty,covered by a sticker, etc.).Warning: The limitations described abovedo not represent an exhaustive list ofsituations that may interfere with properoperation of Collision Avoidance Assistfeatures. These features may fail toprovide their intended function for manyother reasons. It is the driver’sresponsibility to avoid collisions bystaying alert and paying attention to thearea beside Model X so you can anticipatethe need to take corrective action as earlyas possible.Caution: If a fault occurs with a CollisionAvoidance Assist feature, Model Xdisplays an alert. Contact Tesla Service.Collision Avoidance AssistDriver Assistance 89
How Speed Assist WorksIf Model X is equipped with Autopilotcomponents (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71), the forward looking camera detectsspeed limit signs. The signs are then analyzedand compared against GPS data to determinethe speed limit at your current drivinglocation. For routes where no signs arepresent, speed limits are determined usingGPS data (if available). Instead of determiningthe speed limit based on signs and GPS data,you can also manually enter an arbitrary speedlimit.When Speed Assist is turned on (describedbelow), the instrument panel displays a speedlimit sign. Warnings (described below) takeeect when you exceed this limit.In situations where Speed Assist is unable todetect a speed (for example, speed limit signsand GPS data are not available at the currentlocation), the instrument panel does notdisplay a speed limit sign. If Speed Assist isuncertain that an acquired speed limit isaccurate (for example, although a speed limitsign was initially detected, some time haspassed before a subsequent sign has beendetected), the speed limit sign is dimmed. Inboth cases, warnings do not take eect.If you set the speed limit warning to Display(see Controlling Speed Assist on page 90),the speed limit sign on the instrumental panelincreases in size whenever you exceed thespeed limit.If you set the speed limit warning to Chime(see Controlling Speed Assist on page 90)and exceed the speed limit, you also hear awarning chime.Note: Speed limit warnings go away after 10seconds, or when Model X slows down belowthe specified limit.Warning: Do not rely on Speed Assist todetermine the appropriate speed limit.Always drive at a safe speed based ontrac and road conditions.Controlling Speed AssistTo turn Speed Assist on or o, and controlhow it works, touch Controls > Settings >Driver Assistance > Speed Limit Warning, thenchoose one of these options:•O. The speed limit is not displayed.• Display. Speed limit signs display on theinstrument panel and when you exceedthe limit, the sign gets larger.• Chime. In addition to the visual display,you'll hear a chime whenever you exceedthe speed limit.You can also specify how the speed limit isdetermined:• Relative. The speed limit is determinedautomatically based on detected tracsigns and GPS data. If desired, you can seta speed limit oset (+ or -) if you want tobe alerted only when you exceed thespeed limit by a specified amount. Forexample, you would increase the oset to+10 mph if you only want to be alertedwhen you exceed the speed limit by10 mph.• Absolute. Manually specify any speed limitbetween 20 and 140 mph (30 and240 km/h).Note: GPS data is not always accurate. TheGPS can misjudge the road's location andprovide the speed limit for a directly adjacentroad that may have a dierent speed limit. Forexample, the GPS can assume Model X is on afreeway when it’s actually on a nearby surfacestreet, and vice versa.Note: Your chosen setting is retained until youmanually change it. It is also saved in yourdriver profile.Speed Assist90 Model X Owner's Manual
Limitations and InaccuraciesSpeed Assist may not be fully functional ormay provide inaccurate information in thesesituations:• Visibility is poor and speed limit signs arenot clearly visible (due to heavy rain,snow, fog, etc.).• Bright light (oncoming headlights ordirect sunlight) is interfering with thecamera's view.• Model X is being driven very close to avehicle in front of it which is blocking thecamera's view.• The windshield area in the camera's fieldof view is obstructed (fogged over, dirty,covered by a sticker, etc.).• Speed limit signs are concealed byobjects.• The speed limits stored in the GPSdatabase are incorrect or outdated.• Model X is being driven in an area whereGPS data is not available.•Trac signs do not conform to standardrecognizable formats.• A road or a speed limit has recentlychanged.Warning: The list above does notrepresent an exhaustive list of situationsthat may interfere with proper operationof Speed Assist. Speed Assist may fail toprovide warnings for many other reasons.Speed AssistDriver Assistance 91
The Big PictureThe main components of the touchscreen are shown here. To manually control the brightness andcontrast, touch Controls > Displays. When set to Auto, the touchscreen changes between the Day(light background) and Night (dark background) setting depending on ambient lightingconditions.Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicleoptions, software version and market region, your touchscreen may appear slightly dierent.Touchscreen Overview92 Model X Owner's Manual
1. Status barThe top line displays provides shortcuts to lock/unlock Model X, to access HomeLink andDriver Profiles, display vehicle information (the Tesla “T”), download software updates,displaynetwork strength and Bluetooth® status and Wi-Fi settings. If an alert icon (exclamation mark)is displayed, touch it to see warning messages that are in eect.Note: The airbag status symbol displays only when Model X is powered on.Note: You can also display the time and outside temperature on the instrument panel bechoosing the Clock option using the left or right scroll wheel on the steering wheel (see Steering Wheel on page 35).Touchscreen OverviewUsing the Touchscreen 93
2. AppsThere are several ways to display an app in the main viewing area:• Tap the app’s icon to display it in the top viewing area. If the app is already displayed, asecond tap displays it in full-screen view (only some apps have a full-screen mode).• Drag the app’s icon directly onto the top or bottom viewing area.• Touch and hold the app’s icon to display a popup that lets you choose whether to displaythe app in the top or bottom of the main viewing area.Media. See Media and Audio on page 110.Maps and Navigation (if equipped). See Maps and Navigation on page 116.Calendar. See Calendar on page 119.Energy. See Getting Maximum Range on page 59.Web. Access the Internet using the web browser (if equipped).Camera. Display the area behind Model X. This area also displaysautomatically whenever you shift into Reverse. See Rear View Camera onpage 61.Phone. See Phone on page 114.Touchscreen Overview94 Model X Owner's Manual
3. Main viewing areaThe main viewing area changes depending on the app you have chosen (in the example, theNav and Media apps are displayed). For some apps (such as Nav and Web), you can zoom inand out using standard touchscreen finger gestures.4. Maximize/minimize appTouch the small rectangle to expand the associated app to fill the entire main viewing area(some apps are not expandable). Touch again to display two apps in half-screen view.5. ControlsTouch to access all Model X controls and settings (doors, locks, lights, etc).6. Climate controls (see Climate Controls on page 103).7. Volume controlTouch the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the volume of the speakers. You canalso adjust the volume using the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel.8. Reverse the position of the two currently displayed apps.Warning: Paying attention to road and trac conditions must always be the driver's highestpriority. To ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users, using thetouchscreen should be done only when road and trac conditions permit.Touchscreen OverviewUsing the Touchscreen 95
Controlling FeaturesTouch Controls on the bottom corner of the touchscreen to control and customize all mainfeatures of Model X.Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicleoptions, software version and market region, the options available on the Controls screen may bedierent.Controls96 Model X Owner's Manual
1. CloseTouch the circled X in the top left corner of a window to close it (or you can touch anywhereoutside the window).2. DoorsTouch to open or close front doors or falcon doors.3. SuspensionIf Model X is equipped with Smart Air Suspension, touch to manually raise or lower Model X,or to remove a previously saved auto-raising location (see Smart Air Suspension on page108). Model X must be powered on and you must press the brake pedal before you canchange suspension settings. Smart Air Suspension causes Model X to self-level, even whenpowered o. Therefore, when towing or lifting, you must disable self-leveling (see Instructionsfor Transporters on page 168 and Jacking and Lifting on page 151).4. Driving• Steering modeAdjust the amount of eort required to turn the steering wheel. Sport feels moreresponsive whereas Comfort feels easier to drive and park (see Steering Wheel on page35).• Acceleration (Performance Dual Motor vehicles only)Choose an acceleration level. Sport is the standard level of acceleration and allows you tomaximize driving range (see the Range Mode setting below). Choose Insane if you wantto increase peak torque by approximately 50 per cent and choose Ludicrous for anadditional increase.Note: Insane and Ludicrous Acceleration settings are available only on newer PerformanceDual Motor vehicles only, depending on date of manufacture and options chosen at timeof purchase.• CreepWhen on, Model X slowly moves forward when in Drive and backward in Reverse whenyou release the brake (similar to a conventional vehicle with an automatic transmission).You can adjust this setting only when Model X is in Park.• Traction ControlTo allow the wheels to spin on a standard single motor Model X, you can turn o tractioncontrol. On a dual motor Model X, you can enable Slip Start. If you turn o TractionControl (or enable Slip Start), a warning message displays on the instrument panel.Traction control turns o for the current drive only. On dual motor vehicles, tractioncontrol is automatically turned on again when the speed exceeds 40 mph (64 km/h). See Traction Control on page 54.• Regenerative brakingWhen you release the accelerator when driving, regenerative braking slows Model X andfeeds any surplus energy back to the Battery. If set to Low, Model X does not slow downas quickly, but you may experience less range (see Regenerative Braking on page 53).Note: Regardless of the setting, the energy gained by regenerative braking is reduced ifthe Battery is full, or if it is extremely cold or hot (the surplus energy is used to heat orcool the Battery).• Range ModeIf on, Model X conserves energy by limiting the power of the climate control system andturning o signature lighting. Cabin heating and cooling may be less eective, but seatheaters can be used to provide warmth in colder climates. When turned on in a dualmotor vehicle, torque distribution between the motors is optimized to maximize range.ControlsUsing the Touchscreen 97
5. Cold WeatherIf Model X is equipped with the optional cold weather package, you can control all seatheaters as well as the heated wipers and steering wheel. Heaters that are turned on aredisplayed in red. To turn o all seat heaters, touch All O. Note that you can also control thefront driver and passenger seats using the main climate control panel located on the bottomof the touchscreen (see Climate Controls on page 103).6. TripsView and reset the trip meters that summarize how far you have driven (see Trip Informationon page 58).7. DisplaysManually control the touchscreen’s brightness and control its day (light background) or night(dark background) setting. When set to Auto, the touchscreen automatically changesbetween Day and Night brightness depending on the ambient lighting conditions. To disablethe touchscreen momentarily for cleaning purposes, touch Clean Mode. You can also putModel X into an energy saving mode so it consumes less energy when not in use (see GettingMaximum Range on page 59). Note that the Displays settings can also be accessed from theSettings screen.8. E-Brake & Power OYou can manually:• Apply and release the parking brake (see Parking Brake on page 53).• Power o (see Powering O on page 39).9. Doors & Locks (see Doors on page 4)10. Lights (see Lights on page 46)Warning: Do not read the touchscreen while driving. Doing so increases the likelihood of acollision. Everything you need to know when driving is displayed on the instrument panel.Controls98 Model X Owner's Manual
Customizing Your VehicleTouch the Settings tab on the Controls window to adjust Model X to suit your preferences.Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicleoptions, software version, and market region, the options available on the Settings screen may bedierent. For example, in many regions, the “Language & Units” tab is called “Units & Format.”SettingsUsing the Touchscreen 99
1. Adjust settings associated with installed apps (applications). Settings associated with appsthat are either unavailable on your Model X, or have no settings that you can adjust at thistime, are grayed out.2. Manage driver profiles (see Driver Profiles on page 34).3. Units & FormatAdjust how Model X displays:• Distance: Miles or km can be shown on the range display, speedometer, energy chart, tripmeters, Google map searches and navigation routes.• Time Format: 12 or 24 hour.• Temperature: oC or oF.• Energy & Charging: Display remaining energy and charging units as either a percentage ofbattery energy remaining, or as an estimate of the distance that you can drive. When youchoose Distance, you can display mileage based on either:• Rated - based on EPA testing.• Ideal - assumes ideal driving conditions based on driving at a steady speed of 55 mph(89 km/h) on a flat road, and using no additional energy (seat heaters, airconditioning, etc).Note: When anticipating when you need to charge, use range estimates as a generalguideline only.4. Vehicle• Drive-away Door Lock: If on, all doors automatically lock whenever you drive Model X over5 mph (8 km/h) (see Drive-away Locking on page 9).• Walk-away Door Lock: If on, all doors automatically lock when you walk away fromModel X, carrying the key with you (see Walk-away Locking on page 9).• Child-Protection Lock: If on, safety locks prevent the rear doors and the liftgate frombeing opened from inside Model X.• Auto-Present Handles: If on, door handles extend automatically whenever you approachModel X carrying a key, whether locked or unlocked (see Doors on page 4). Note that topreserve battery life, Model is designed to temporarily disable the Auto-Present Handlesfeature when the key has been out of range for more than 48 hours, or if the key remainswithin range for five minutes after all doors have been closed.• Headlights After Exit: If on, headlights stay on for two minutes after you exit, or until youlock Model X (see Headlights After Exit on page 49).• Mirror Auto-Tilt: If on, exterior mirrors tilt downward when reversing (see Mirrors on page38).• Mirror Auto-Fold: If on, exterior mirrors fold when you lock Model X with the key or walk-away locking. They extend automatically when you return to Model X You can also foldmirrors manually by touching the center mirror control button (see Mirrors on page 38).• Ionizer: If on, the air ionizer freshens the air in the cabin.• Smart Preconditioning: If on, Model X predicts your driving schedule and automaticallyadjusts the temperature of the cabin based on your last set temperature and your drivingschedule, making Model X comfortable and ready to drive. It may take some time forModel X to learn your driving habits and if you do not have a regular driving schedule, itwill be unable to identify a pattern.Note: To conserve energy in situations where Model X has a low charge level, smartpreconditioning may not occur.Note: Smart Preconditioning is available only if you save your home and work locations(see Favorite Destinations on page 118).Settings100 Model X Owner's Manual
5. Safety & SecurityTurn various safety and security features on and o:• Active safety devices Model X is equipped with, such as Park Assist Chimes (see ParkAssist on page 55).• Alarm, and security options Model X is equipped with (see Security Settings on page121).• Remote access by Tesla’s mobile applications (see Mobile App on page 126).6. DisplaysManually control the touchscreen’s brightness and control its day (light background) or night(dark background) setting. When set to Auto, the touchscreen automatically changesbetween Day and Night brightness depending on the ambient lighting conditions. To disablethe touchscreen momentarily for cleaning purposes, touch Clean Mode. You can also putModel X into an energy saving mode so it consumes less energy when not in use (see GettingMaximum Range on page 59). Note that the Displays settings can also be accessed from theControls window.7. HomeLinkIf the HomeLink feature is available in your region, use it to control RF-enabled garage doors,lights, or security systems (see HomeLink® Universal Transceiver on page 122).8. Driver AssistanceIf Model X is equipped with Driver Assistance components (see About Driver Assistance onpage 71) , you can control the features that provide a safer and more convenient drivingexperience:• Cruise Control: Control whether you want to use Autosteer to intelligently keep Model X inits driving lane when cruising at a set speed (see Autosteer on page 79). Also controlwhether you want to use Auto Lane Change to move Model X into an adjacent lanewithout touching the steering wheel (see Auto Lane Change on page 81).• Lane Assist: Control whether you want visual and audible warnings when an object, suchas a vehicle, is detected in your blind spot or traveling close to the side of Model X and ifyou want the steering wheel to vibrate if a front wheel passes over a lane marking whenthe associated turn signal is o (see Lane Assist on page 85).• Speed Assist: Control how speed limits are determined and how warnings are issued whenyou exceed the speed limit (see Speed Assist on page 90).• Collision Avoidance Assist: Control if and when warnings display when a frontal collision isconsidered likely (see Forward Collision Warning on page 87) and disable the automaticemergency braking that occurs to minimize the impact of a collision (see AutomaticEmergency Braking on page 88).9. Service & ResetTurn various service-related features on and o:• Service Mode: If on, moves wiper blades to the service position to make them easier toaccess when replacing them. Model X must be in Park (see Wipers and Washers on page51).• Tire Pressure Monitor: Touch Reset Sensors to reset the TPMS sensors after replacing awheel (see Resetting the TPMS Sensors on page 139).• Tow Mode: Activate Tow Mode to keep Model X in Neutral (see Keeping Your Vehicle inNeutral (Tow Mode) on page 40).• Factory Reset: Touch Erase & Reset to erase all personal data (saved addresses, musicfavorites, etc.) and restore all customized settings to their factory defaults.10. ManualDisplay this owners manual.Warning: Do not read the touchscreen while driving. Doing so increases the likelihood of acollision.SettingsUsing the Touchscreen 101
Naming Your VehicleTo further personalize your Model X, you can name it. The name you give your Model X will appearin the mobile app. To name your Model X, touch the Tesla “T” at the top center of the touchscreen,then touch Name Your Vehicle.When you save, Name Your Vehicle is replaced by the name you provided. You can touch thename at any time to rename your Model X.Erasing Personal DataYou can erase all personal data (saved addresses, music favorites, imported contacts, HomeLinkprogramming, etc.) and restore all customized settings to their factory defaults. This is usefulwhen transferring ownership of Model X. Touch Settings > Service & Reset > Factory Reset > Erase& Reset. Before erasing, Model X verifies your credentials by prompting you to enter the username and password associated with your MY TESLA account.Settings102 Model X Owner's Manual
Overview of Climate ControlsThe climate controls are always available at the bottom of the touchscreen. By default, climatecontrol is set to Auto On, which maintains optimum comfort in all but the most severe weatherconditions. When you adjust the temperature, the system automatically adjusts the heating, airconditioning, air distribution, air circulation, and fan speed to maintain your selected temperature.To override these settings, touch Auto On (see Customizing Climate Control on page 104).The fan, heating, and air conditioning systems are powered by the Battery. Therefore, prolongeduse decreases driving range.Note: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicleoptions, software version, market region, and settings, the information displayed may be slightlydierent.1. The front seats are equipped with heating pads that operate at three levels from 3 (highest) to1 (lowest).When operating, the indicator turns red and displays the setting number.Note: If Model X is equipped with the optional cold weather package, you can also controlseat heaters in the rear seats, heated wipers, and heated steering wheel by touchingControls > Cold Weather (see Controls on page 96).2. Touch the up or down arrow to set the cabin temperature (from LO, 63° F to HI, 90° F/LO,17° C to HI, 32° C). To apply a temperature setting to both the driver and passenger side at thesame time, touch SYNC TEMP on the temperature popup that appears when you touch anarrow.3. Automatic/Manual climate control (see Customizing Climate Control on page 104).4. The windshield defroster distributes air flow to the windshield and operates the heating andfan at their maximum level. Touch once for Normal Defrost and twice for Max Defrost. Whenon, touch again to turn o and restore the air distribution, heating, and fan to their previoussettings.5. Turn climate control system on/o.6. The rear window defroster warms up the rear window* for 15 minutes, then automaticallyshuts o. Exterior side mirrors are also heated.Warning: To avoid burns resulting from prolonged use, individuals who have peripheralneuropathy, or whose capacity to feel pain is limited because of diabetes, age, neurologicalinjury, or some other condition, should exercise caution when using the climate controlsystem and seat heaters.Climate ControlsUsing the Touchscreen 103
Customizing Climate ControlThe climate control system is designed to automatically provide optimum comfort in mostsituations. All you need to do is set the desired temperature, and the air conditioning, airrecirculation, air distribution, and fan speed automatically maintain your selected temperature.To override the automatic setting, touch FRONT or REAR to customize individual settings for thefront or rear seating areas. Then touch the setting you want to change. Touch RESET AUTOtochange all settings on the panel back to their defaults. Or, you can touch associated with anyindividual setting to change it back to its default.Custom climate controls for the front seating area:1. Touch RESET AUTO to change all settings on the curently displayed customization panel backto their default values.2. Touch A/C ON or A/C OFF to turn the air conditioning on and o, respectively. Turning it oreduces cooling, but saves energy.Because Model X runs much quieter than a gasoline-powered vehicle, you may notice thesound of the compressor as it is operating. To minimize noise, reduce the fan speed orrecirculate the air.Climate Controls104 Model X Owner's Manual
3. Choose how air is drawn into Model X:Outside air is drawn into Model X (see Ventilation on page 107).Air inside Model X is recirculated. This prevents outside air (trac fumes)from entering but reduces dehumidifying performance. Recirculating theair is the most ecient way to cool the front cabin area but it is also theloudest. To prevent the windshield from fogging in some conditions,briefly change the setting every hour to draw in outside air.4. Choose where air flows into the cabin. You can choose more than one location:Foot-level ventsFace-level ventsWindshield ventsNote: When air is directed to the foot-level vents, approximately one third of the air continuesto flow to the windshield vents to assist in defogging. However, when air is directed to theface-level vents, no air flows to the windshield because the air flowing through the face-levelvents may be adequate to assist in defogging the windshield.5. Drag the slider to set the speed of the fan.Custom climate controls for the rear seating areas:Climate ControlsUsing the Touchscreen 105
1. Touch RESET AUTO to change all settings on the curently displayed customization panel backto their default values.2. Touch CLIMATE ON or CLIMATE OFF to turn the air conditioning on and o, respectively.Turning it o reduces cooling, but saves energy.Because Model X runs much quieter than a gasoline-powered vehicle, you may notice thesound of the compressor as it is operating. To minimize noise, reduce the fan speed orrecirculate the air.3. Touch the arrows to adjust the temperature.4. Drag the slider to set the speed of the fan.Climate Controls106 Model X Owner's Manual
VentilationTo direct the flow of air inside Model X, movethe interior vents up, down, or from side toside.Note: You can direct the outer face level ventstoward the side windows to help defrost ordefog them.Cabin Air FilterModel X has an air filter that prevents pollen,industrial fallout, road dust and other particlesfrom entering through the vents. Teslareplaces the air filter at the regularlyscheduled maintenance intervals of every12 months, or every 12,500 miles (20,000 km).Climate Control Operating Tips• To conserve energy, you can limit thepower of the climate control system byturning on Range Mode. Cabin heatingand cooling may be less eective, but seatheaters can be used to provide warmth incolder climates. Touch Controls >Driving > Range Mode.• If the climate control system operatesmore loudly than you prefer, reduce thefan speed or adjust the air flow to draw inoutside air (instead of recirculating).• In addition to cooling the interior, the airconditioning system also cools theBattery. Therefore, in hot weather, the airconditioning system can turn on even ifyou turned it o. This is normal becausethe system’s priority is to cool the Batteryto ensure it stays within an optimumtemperature range to support long lifeand optimum performance.• To ensure the climate control systemoperates eciently, close all windows andensure that the exterior grill in front of thewindshield is free of ice, snow, leaves, andother debris.• To reduce the time it takes to reach acomfortable temperature in hot weather,drive with the windows slightly open for afew minutes when you first start driving.• In very humid conditions, it is normal forthe windshield to fog slightly when youfirst turn on the air conditioning.• It is normal for a small pool of water toform under Model X when parked. Extrawater produced by the dehumidifyingprocess is drained underneath.Climate ControlsUsing the Touchscreen 107
Note: If Model X is equipped with Smart AirSuspension, you may hear the sound of thecompressor when Model X starts, as thesystem’s reservoir fills with air.Smart Air Suspension has both manual andautomatic modes of operation.Manual Height AdjustmentsCaution: Before adjusting the suspensionheight, ensure Model X is clear of allobstacles, above and below.Manually raising the height of Model X isuseful when you need extra ground clearance,such as steep driveways or ramps, deep snow,speed bumps, etc.With Model X powered on, or the brake pedalpressed, use the touchscreen to manuallychange the ride height. Touch Controls >Suspension, then choose from:• Very High. When set to Very High, thesuspension automatically lowers to Highwhen driving speed reaches 22 mph(35 km/h).• High. When set to High, the suspensionautomatically lowers to Standard whendriving speed reaches 34 mph (55 km/h).• Standard. The Standard setting ensuresoptimum comfort and handling under allloading conditions.• Low. Lowering the height can make iteasier to load or unload cargo andpassengers.• Very Low. This setting is performedmanually and applies to the current driveonly.Note: Available settings depend on yourdriving speed and other conditions. Forexample, the suspension does not lower if adoor is open.Location-Based SuspensionLocation-Based suspension saves you frommanually having to raise the suspension everytime you arrive at a frequently-used locationwhere a higher suspension is needed (steepdriveways or ramps, deep snow, speed bumps,etc).Whenever you raise the suspension to High orVery High, Model X saves the location.When you return to the saved location,Model X raises the suspension and theinstrument panel displays this message:Note:• To raise the suspension to High, you mustbe driving slower than 34 mph (55 km/h).To raise it to Very High, you must bedriving slower than 22 mph (35 km/h). Ifyou are driving faster than these speedswhen returning to a saved location, thesuspension does not raise until Model Xslows down.• After leaving a saved location, thesuspension may not lower based on anautomatic lowering speed that you haveset (Controls > Suspension > AutomaticLowering) until you are driving faster thanthe auto-raising speed thresholdsdescribed above.• If Model X reaches a saved location andthe existing suspension setting is higherthan the level that has been saved for thatlocation, the suspension is not adjusted.To remove an auto-raising locationIf you do not want the suspension to auto-raise at a saved location, touch the X in theauto-raising location status message thatdisplays at a saved location. Doing so removesthe auto-raise location and the suspension nolonger raises automatically when you arrive atthe location.Smart Air Suspension108 Model X Owner's Manual
Note: Manually lowering the suspension toStandard or Low while at a saved location alsoremoves the auto-raising location.Automatic LoweringWhen Model X is moving above typicaldriveway or parking lot speeds, Smart AirSuspension automatically lowers ride height toimprove aerodynamics and handling. For mostaverage speed driving, the suspension isautomatically set to Standard. As describedabove, when you make manual heightadjustments, the suspension automaticallylowers at increased driving speeds.When carrying loads, Smart Air Suspensionalso maintains a level height between the frontand rear.You can adjust the speed at which the AirSuspension automatically transitions to theLOW ride height by touching Controls >Suspension > Automatic Lowering on thetouchscreen. This setting is saved to yourDriver Profile.Note: You can temporarily override the rideheight by pressing the brake pedal, touchingan air suspension control in Controls >Suspension, and then manually choosing aride height. Your suspension's automaticlowering setting is restored the next time youdrive.If a fault is detected with the airsuspension system, a yellowindicator lights up on the instrumentpanel. If the problem persists,contact Tesla.Jack ModeBefore jacking or lifting, set the suspension toJack mode to prevent the self-leveling thatoccurs even when Model X is powered o.Press the brake pedal, then touch Controls >Suspension > Jack.When Model X is in Jack mode, a redair suspension indicator lights up onthe instrument panel.To deactivate, touch Jack again.Note: Jack mode automatically cancels whenyou drive over 4.5 mph (7 km/h).Smart Air SuspensionUsing the Touchscreen 109
OverviewTouch the Media icon to listen to the radio orplay audio files. The touchscreen displays theMedia Player. Media Player has two tabs. Usethe Browse tab to select what you want toplay and use the Now Playing tab to view andcontrol what is currently playing. You can playFM radio (including HD), and XM satellite radio(if Model X is equipped with the optionalsound package). You can also play Internetradio (such as TuneIn), and audio files from aBluetooth-connected device or a USB-connected flash drive.Volume ControlTo adjust the media volume, roll the scrollwheel on the left side of the steering wheel upor down. To mute the volume, tap the wheel.Note: The scroll wheel adjusts the volume formedia, navigation instructions and phone callsbased on what is currently in use. As youadjust volume, the instrument panel displaysthe volume level and whether you areadjusting volume for media, navigation orphone.Note: Muting the volume during a phone callalso mutes the microphone.FM RadioModel X provides FM radio services. FM radiocan be selected from the Browse tab or usingthe Source Picker, located in the upper rightcorner of the Media Player window.You can manually tune the radio to anyfrequency by touching and dragging thechannel selector bar on the Now Playingscreen. The channel selector bar allows you tomove from one available radio station to thenext.XM RadioIf Model X is equipped with the optional soundstudio package, you can listen to XM radio, asubscription-based satellite radio service. Toreceive XM radio channels, you must providethe radio service provider with the radio ID foryour touchscreen.To view the radio ID:1. Select the XM radio source.2. Tune it to channel 0.3. The Radio ID displays in the stationinformation area.To select an XM radio channel, you can eithermanually scroll through the channel numbers,or you can browse the channels by category.To browse by category, touch Browse >Radio > XM Satellite Radio.Note: On some vehicles, XM radio is availableonly if Model X is equipped with the optionalsound studio package. To optimizeaerodynamics, Model X does not have anexternal antenna.Media and Audio110 Model X Owner's Manual
Internet RadioInternet radio services are accessed over adata connection. To use Internet radio, touchMedia > Browse > Internet.Choose your desired Internet radio service (forexample, TuneIn), then browse through theavailable categories and/or stations. Whenyou select a specific station or episode, MediaPlayer starts playing it and displays the NowPlaying screen.To play the next (and in some cases previous)available station, episode, or track beingprovided by the Internet radio service, touchthe arrows on the Now Playing screen, or usethe buttons on the left side of the steeringwheel (see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttonson page 35). The exact function of thesecontrols vary depending on the specificInternet service you are listening to.You can also use voice commands to play aspecific song, artist, or album from an Internetradio service (see Using Voice Commands onpage 36).Internet Radio Account RegistrationModel X provides you with one or moreInternet radio services. To enter your log ininformation, touch Controls > Settings >Apps > Media Player. Enter the email andpassword associated with the Internet radioaccount(s) you want to use, then touch Log In.SlackerModel X automatically provides you with acomplimentary 12-month Slacker Plus account.Tesla has set up this account for you and thereis no need to log in. To use your own SlackerPlus or Premium account, log in as describedabove.Note: To shue tracks, or repeat a track, usingthe shue/repeat icons provided on the NowPlaying tab, you must be listening to a prebuiltplaylist in a Slacker Premium account.Note: To use Slacker Premium, you mustpurchase your own account (go to www.slacker.com).Note: Model X does not support basic (free)Slacker services.TuneInTuneIn does not require an account for it towork. But if you have a TuneIn account (go to www.tunein.com), you can log in as describedabove.When playing a TuneIn podcast, you canrewind or fast forward to any location in thepodcast by dragging the slider bar on theNow Playing tab.Media and AudioUsing the Touchscreen 111
Media SettingsTo adjust settings for your radio stations, andto log into your Internet radio account(s),touch Controls > Settings > Apps > MediaPlayer.FavoritesTo add a currently playing radiostation or audio file to your Favoriteslist, touch the Favorites icon on theNow Playing screen. The icon turnsblue to show that it is a favorite. Toremove a favorite, touch the iconagain.Note: Adding a radio station to your Favoriteslist also assigns it to one of the six presets, ifan empty preset is available.Note: To select a favorite radio station oraudio file, you can browse your list ofFavorites by touching Browse > Favorites. Asshown below, the Favorites are grouped andsorted by their source (FM, etc.).To play the previous or next song or station inyour Favorites list, touch the previous or nexticon on the Now Playing screen, or use thebuttons on the left side of the steering wheel(see Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons onpage 35).To remove a favorite from the list, touch theassociated X.Note: If you remove a favorite radio station orchannel that is assigned to a preset, it is alsoremoved from the preset.My Music & DevicesTo play audio files from a USB-connected flashdrive or a Bluetooth-connected device, touchMedia > Browse > My Music & Devices. Thename of the device will be displayed. Touchthe song, album, or playlist you want to playand Media Player starts playing and displaysthe Now Playing screen.To play the next song in the selected playlistor album, touch the previous or next arrowson the Now Playing tab, or use the buttons onthe left side of the steering wheel (see UsingLeft Steering Wheel Buttons on page 35). Youcan also shue tracks in a playlist or repeatany track using the shue/repeat iconsdisplayed below the album cover art.USB Connected Flash DrivesConnect a flash drive to one of the USBconnections (see USB Hub Connections onpage 113). Touch Media > Browse > My Music& Devices, then touch the name of the flashdrive and the song you want to play.Note: To play media from a USB connection,Model X recognizes flash drives only. To playmedia from other types of devices (such as aniPod), connect using Bluetooth (if supportedby the device).Note: To play media from a USB connection,you must one of the USB connections locatedat the front of the center console (see USBHub Connections on page 113). The USBconnections at the rear of the console are forcharging only.Bluetooth® Connected DevicesIf you have a Bluetooth-capable device suchas a phone that is paired and connected toModel X (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone onpage 114), you can play audio files stored onit, and you can stream a music service (forexample, Pandora or Spotify). Touch Media >Browse > My Music & Devices, then touch thename of your Bluetooth-connected device.Your Bluetooth device begins playing theaudio file that was currently active on yourdevice, and the touchscreen displays the NowPlaying screen.To change the track playing, touch theprevious or next icons on the touchscreen, oruse the buttons on the left side of the steeringwheel.Note: To play media from a Bluetooth-connected device, ensure that access to thedevice’s media is turned on (see Phone onpage 114).Media and Audio112 Model X Owner's Manual
USB Hub ConnectionsYour Model X has two USB connectionslocated on the front of the center console thatyou can use to connect USB devices. To playaudio files stored on a USB drive connected tothese ports, see My Music & Devices on page112. You can also use these connections tocharge USB devices.In addition, Model X has two charge-only USBconnections located at the rear of the centerconsole, and another charge-only connectionlocated between the third row seats.Note: You can charge four devicessimultaneously using the two ports at thefront of the center console and the two at therear of the console.The Model X USB Hub also oers a dedicatedWi-Fi connection. This connection allowspassengers in the rear seating positions tochange climate control settings using a uniqueTesla smartphone app.12V Power SocketYour Model X has a power socket located onthe front of the center console. An additional12V power socket is located in the rear trunk.Power is available whenever the instrumentpanel and touchscreen are on.The 12V power sockets are suitable foraccessories requiring up to 11A continuousdraw (15A peak) or a maximum of 150continuous watts (180 watts peak).Note: In situations where Model X is unable todetect the key (low battery, interference, etc),place it immediately below the 12V powersocket in the center console where Model Xcan best detect it.Warning: The power socket and anaccessory’s connector can become hot.Media and AudioUsing the Touchscreen 113
Bluetooth® CompatibilityYou can use your Bluetooth-capable phonehands-free in Model X provided your phone iswithin operating range. Although Bluetoothtypically supports wireless communicationover distances of up to approximately 30 feet(9 meters), performance can vary based onthe phone you are using.Before using your phone with Model X, youmust pair it. Pairing sets up Model X to workwith your Bluetooth-capable phone (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 114).You can pair up to ten Bluetooth phones.Model X always automatically connects to thelast phone that was used (provided it is withinrange). If you want to connect to a dierentphone, see Connecting to a Paired Phone onpage 115.Note: On many phones, Bluetooth turns o ifthe phone’s battery is low.Note: In addition to phones, you can also pairBluetooth-enabled devices with Model X. Forexample, you can pair an iPod Touch or aniPad or Android tablet to stream music.Pairing a Bluetooth PhonePairing sets up Model X to work with yourBluetooth-capable phone. Once a phone ispaired, Model X can connect to it wheneverthe phone is within range.To pair a phone, follow these steps whilesitting inside Model X:1. Ensure both the touchscreen and thephone are powered on.2. On the touchscreen’s status bar, touch theBluetooth icon.3. On your phone, enable Bluetooth and setit to discoverable.4. On the Model X touchscreen, touch StartSearch. The touchscreen searches thendisplays the list of all available Bluetoothdevices within operating distance.5. On the Model X touchscreen, touch thephone with which you want to pair. Withina few seconds, the touchscreen displays arandomly generated number, and yourphone should display the same number.6. Check that the number displayed on yourphone matches the number displayed onthe touchscreen. Then, on your phone,confirm that you want to pair.When paired, Model X automatically connectsto the phone, and the touchscreen displaysthe Bluetooth symbol next to the phone’sname to show that the connection is active.Importing ContactsOnce paired, you can use the Bluetoothsettings screen to specify whether you wantto allow access to your phone’s contacts andrecent calls.If access is turned on, you can see your list ofcontacts on the Model X touchscreen. TouchPhone > Contacts. You can then touch acontact to dial its phone number or navigateto its address.Note: Before contacts can be imported, youmay need to either set your phone to allowsyncing, or respond to a popup on your phoneto confirm that it is OK to sync contacts. Thisvaries depending on the type of phone youare using. For details, refer to the ownerdocumentation provided with your phone.If access is turned on, imported information isdisplayed when you touch the contacts tab onthe Phone app.Unpairing a Bluetooth PhoneIf you want to disconnect your phone and useit again later, simply touch Disconnect on theBluetooth settings screen. If you do not wantto use your phone with Model X again, touchForget This Device. Once you forget a device,you need to pair it again if you want to use itwith Model X (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phoneon page 114).Note: Your phone automatically disconnectswhenever you leave Model X.Phone114 Model X Owner's Manual
Connecting to a Paired PhoneModel X automatically connects with the lastphone to which it was connected, provided itis within operating range and has Bluetoothturned on. If the last phone is not within range,it attempts to connect with the next phonethat it has been paired with.To connect to a dierent phone, touch theBluetooth icon on the touchscreen's statusbar. The Bluetooth window displays a list ofpaired phones. Choose the phone you want toconnect to, then touch Connect. If the phoneyou want to connect to is not listed, follow theinstructions on Pairing a Bluetooth Phone onpage 114.When connected, the Model X touchscreendisplays the Bluetooth symbol next to thephone name to show that the connection isactive.Making a Phone CallYou can make a phone call by:• Speaking a voice command (see UsingVoice Commands on page 36).• Choosing a contact from your contact list(described above).• Using the Model X on-screen dialer.To make a phone call using the on-screendialer:1. Touch the Phone app on the touchscreen,then touch Dialer.2. Enter the phone number on the dialer.3. Touch Call. The touchscreen displays thecall screen and the number you are calling.To make a phone call by choosing a contact:1. Touch the Phone app on the touchscreen,then touch Contacts.Note: Ensure that access to the phone’scontacts is turned on.2. Touch the name of the contact you wantto call to display details about the contact.3. Touch the number you want to dial (theremay be more than one). The touchscreendisplays the call screen and the name ofthe contact you are calling.Note: If it is safe and legal to do so, you canalso initiate a call by dialing the number orselecting the contact directly from yourphone.Receiving a Phone CallWhen your phone receives an incoming call,both the instrument panel and thetouchscreen display the caller’s number orname (if the caller is in your phone’s contactlist and Model X has access to your contacts).Touch one of the options on the touchscreen,or use the scroll wheel on the right side of thesteering wheel to Answer or Ignore the call(see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons onpage 36).In Call OptionsWhen a call is in progress, you can display thecall menu on the instrument panel by pressingthe top button on the right side of thesteering wheel. Then use the right scroll wheelto scroll through and choose an option (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page36). To adjust the call volume, roll the steeringwheel's left scroll wheel during a call.PhoneUsing the Touchscreen 115
OverviewTouch the Maps (or Nav) icon to view andsearch for a location on Google MapsTM. IfModel X is equipped with the Navigationoption, the app is labeled Nav, and onboardmaps are available. Onboard maps allow youto navigate to any location, even if a dataconnection is not available. When you specifya location, the touchscreen displays the routeand provides turn-by-turn instructions. IfModel X is not equipped with the Navigationoption, onboard maps are not available, but ifyou have a data connection, you can find anddisplay any location.Using MapsTouch the search field, or speak a voicecommand to specify a location (for details onhow to use voice commands, see Using VoiceCommands on page 36). You can enter orspeak an address, landmark, business, etc. Youcan also touch PLACES and choose from a listof recent locations and searches, Favoritedestinations, Supercharger locations, andcharging stations you've visited. To mark adestination as a Favorite, select its “pin” (fromsearch results or “Recents”), and then touchthe heart icon.If Model X is equipped with the Navigationoption, you can drop a pin anywhere on themap by pressing and holding a spot on themap. You can navigate to the pin's location orsave the pin as a Favorite (see FavoriteDestinations on page 118).Touch the North/Heading Up icon to the rightof the search bar to center the map on yourcar and have the map track your position asyou drive. The icon is blue when the map istracking your position and by touching theicon, you can change the orientation of themap:North Up - North is always at thetop of the screen.Heading Up - The direction you areheading is always at the top of thescreen. The map rotates when youchange direction.You can rotate the map in any direction. Whenyou rotate the map you’ll notice the icon turngray, indicating the map is no longer trackingyour position. Touch the icon again to trackyour position.Whenever the map is in theHeading Up orientation, a compassappears on the map. The arrow onthe compass points North and thetext on the compass indicates thedirection you are driving. You cantouch the compass to switch toNorth Up (described above).Starting Navigation1. Touch the Nav icon to display the map.2. Touch the search bar to enter thedestination, then touch GO. You can alsouse voice commands to specify thedestination (see Using Voice Commandson page 36). If you have a dataconnection, you can start entering thedestination, then choose one of the auto-complete entries that appear. Forexample, you can enter just the street,business name, or category (such ashotels, coee, etc). If you don’t have adata connection, you must enter completeand exact location information.A list of matching destinations appears onthe left, and their corresponding pins(with letters A, B, C, etc) appear on themap.Note: You can also touch PLACES andchoose a location from the list of Recentlocations and searches, Favorite locations,Supercharger locations, destinationcharging, or Visited Chargers.3. Touch any destination in the list toimmediately start navigation, or touch thelettered pin on the map to view thedestination popup, which also allows youto place a phone call to the destination (insituations where a phone number isavailable).Note: If you have set up your phone's calendarto work with Model X, and a calendar eventincludes a specific location, you are given theoption to navigate to the location (see Calendar on page 119).During NavigationDuring navigation, the touchscreen displaysthe navigation route on the map. Dependingon the map’s zoom level, you might not beable to see the entire route. But as you drive,the map shows your location on the map.Whenever a navigation route is active, you candisplay the full route on the map by touchingthe route overview icon:Maps and Navigation116 Model X Owner's Manual
The route overview icon is availableon the right side of the search barwhenever a navigation route isactive. You can toggle betweenNorth Up, Heading Up, and RouteOverview (see Using Maps on page116). As you travel on yournavigation route, the zoom leveladjusts to display an overview ofthe route and zooms in on yourdestination as you make progresson your trip.The touchscreen also displays a turn-by-turndirection list that includes estimated drivingtime and arrival time.During navigation, the instrument panel alsodisplays the turn-by-turn directions and youwill hear spoken instructions. To change thevolume of the spoken instructions use thescroll wheel on the left side of the steeringwheel when the navigation instructions arebeing spoken. You can also touch the volumebutton located on the turn-by-turn directionlist displayed on the touchscreen.Model X detects real-time trac conditionsand automatically adjusts the estimateddriving and arrival times based on tracconditions. In situations where tracconditions will delay your estimated time ofarrival and an alternate route is available,Model X reroutes you to your destination. Youcan turn this feature o by touchingControls > Settings > Apps > Maps &Navigation > Trac-Based Routing > O.When you display the trac layer on the map,green trac lines display under the route line,whereas yellow and red trac lines display ontop of the route line to ensure that heavytrac areas are easy to identify.Model X can also monitor trac to your worklocation (on weekday mornings) and to yourhome location (on weekday evenings) andadvise you if there is a better route insituations where trac conditions will cause adelay. You can set the time savings requiredbefore the advice is given by touchingControls > Settings > Apps > Maps &Navigation > Min Improvement for CommuteAdvice.Note: Commute advice is available only if youhave saved a Home and Work Location (see Favorite Destinations on page 118).Predicting Energy UsageWhen navigating to a destination, Model Xhelps you anticipate your charging needs bycalculating the amount of energy that willremain when you reach your destination. Thecalculation is an estimate based on drivingand environmental factors such as predictedspeed and elevation changes. The touchscreendisplays this calculation at the bottom of theturn-by-turn direction list when you firstinitiate the navigation route. Thereafter, youcan display it by touching the area at thebottom of the turn-by-turn direction list.Throughout your route, Model X monitorsenergy usage and updates the calculation asneeded. A popup warning displays at thebottom of the turn-by-turn direction list inthese situations:• A yellow warning displays when youshould drive slowly to conserve energy.Model X predicts that you will have verylittle energy remaining when you reachyour destination. For tips on conservingenergy, see Getting Maximum Range onpage 59.• A red warning displays when you mustcharge Model X to reach your destination.Model X also lets you know if you haveenough energy for a round trip. Tap thebattery icon at the bottom of the turn-by-turnnavigation list to determine if Model X hasenough energy to get to your destination andthen return back to your starting point.When navigating, you can also use the Energyapp to monitor energy usage while on yourtrip (see Getting Maximum Range on page59).Trip PlannerTrip Planner helps you take longer road tripswith confidence. If reaching your destinationrequires charging, Navigation routes youthrough the appropriate superchargerlocations. Trip Planner selects a route thatminimizes the time you spend driving andcharging.Maps and NavigationUsing the Touchscreen 117
After selecting a destination, touch Trip on thebottom left of the turn-by-turn direction list todisplay the Trip Overview, which shows:• The list of supercharger stops.• The charging time required at eachsupercharger stop.• Estimated amount of battery energyavailable when you arrive at the firstsupercharger location.Touch Resume to return to the turn-by-turndirection list at any time.While charging at each supercharger stop, thecharging screen displays the remaining chargetime needed for your trip.Favorite DestinationsAdd any destination to your list ofFavorites by either touching its flagwhile navigating to it, or bydisplaying it on the map thentouching its pin. Then, in the popupdialog that appears, touch theFavorites icon. When a destination ison your Favorites list, the icon isblue. To remove a favoritedestination, touch the Favorites iconagain.If you frequently navigate to a destination, youmay want to add it as a Favorite to avoidhaving to enter the location's name or addresseach time. When you add a destination as aFavorite, you can easily navigate to it bytouching PLACES, then selecting it from thelist of Favorites. The Favorites list hasplaceholders for your Home and Worklocations. In fact, Model X may prompt you tosave a current location as Home or Workbased on your usage pattern.Updated MapsTo receive updated Maps, periodically connectModel X to a Wi-Fi network (see Connectingto Wi-Fi on page 124). As updated Mapsbecome available, they are sent to Model Xover Wi-Fi only. The touchscreen displays amessage informing you when new Maps havebeen installed.Maps and Navigation118 Model X Owner's Manual
OverviewThe Calendar app allows you to view your phone’s (iPhone® or Android™) calendar for the currentand next day. The Calendar app requires that:• The Tesla Model X mobile app is running and you are logged in. When prompted on yourphone, you must grant calendar access to the mobile app. The mobile app can thenperiodically (and automatically) send calendar data from your phone to Model X. Also,whenever you display the mobile app on your phone, updated calendar data is sent toModel X. To ensure you have access to all features of the Calendar app, you will need thelatest version of the mobile app.• Your phone is connected to Model X via Bluetooth (for privacy reasons, calendar data displaysonly from a phone that is connected via Bluetooth).• Remote access to Model X is turned on (touch Controls > Settings > Safety & Security >Remote Access > On).• Both your phone and Model X have good connectivity.When you enter Model X, the touchscreen can display a reminder of the day's events. You cancustomize if and when your calendar events are displayed by touching Controls > Settings >Apps > Calendar > Show Calendar Upon Entry.To view scheduled events for the next 48 hours, choose the Calendar app from the maintouchscreen window. The Calendar app displays events in chronological order.1. If the calendar event includes an address, a navigation arrow displays to indicate that you cantouch the address to navigate to the event's location (if your Model X is equipped withNavigation).2. If a phone number is associated with a calendar event, you can touch the number to initiate aphone call.3. In situations where events are displayed from multiple calendars, you can filter to show onlyevents from one or more specific calendars.4. If the calendar event has notes associated with it, touch the information icon to display thenotes in a pop up window.CalendarUsing the Touchscreen 119
5. If an event's notes include one or more phone numbers, a phone symbol displays with theinformation icon and the first phone number found in the notes displays on the event list andyou can use this number to initiate a phone call (as described in item 2 above). But you canalso initiate a call from within the notes pop up window by referencing other numbers that areincluded in the notes (this is particularly useful for conference calls). If the notes contain aweb link, you can touch the link to open it in the Web Browser app.Calendar and NavigationIf Model X is equipped with navigation, and a calendar event has a location specified, you will begiven the option to navigate to that location. Also, when an event on your Calendar takes placewithin the next hour and has a uniquely specified location, the Model X navigation system notifiesyou if there is a better route due to trac, even if you’re not using navigation.Calendar120 Model X Owner's Manual
About the Security SystemIf Model X does not detect a key nearby and alocked door or trunk is opened, an alarmsounds and headlights and turn signals flash.To deactivate the alarm, press any button onthe key.To manually enable or disable the alarmsystem, touch Controls > Settings > Safety &Security > Alarm. When set to on, Model Xactivates its alarm one minute after the doorslock and a recognized key is no longerdetected nearby.Security SettingsUsing the Touchscreen 121
About HomeLinkYou can program the HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver to operate up to three garagedoors, gates, lights, and security systems thatcan transmit Radio Frequency (RF) signals.Programming HomeLink1. Park Model X in front of the device youwant to program, and have the device’sremote control ready.2. Touch Controls > Settings > HomeLink onthe touchscreen.3. Touch Add New HomeLink, then use theonscreen keyboard to enter a name foryour HomeLink device.4. Touch Program.5. Follow the onscreen instructions.Once programmed, you can operate thedevice by touching its correspondingHomeLink icon on the touchscreen’s statusbar. HomeLink remembers the location of yourprogrammed devices. When you approach aknown location, the HomeLink control on thetouchscreen automatically drops down. Whenyou drive away, it disappears.Note: For security reasons, erase yourHomeLink settings if you sell Model X.Warning: Your device might open or closeduring programming. Beforeprogramming, make sure that the deviceis clear of any people or objects.Warning: Do not use the HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver with a garage doorthat does not meet safety standards. Agarage door opener that cannot detectan object in its path and thenautomatically stop and reverse, does notmeet these standards. Using a garagedoor opener without these featuresincreases the risk of injury or death.Troubleshooting HomeLinkWhen programming a HomeLink device, thetouchscreen steps you through a two-partprogramming process:• First, Model X records the signal from theremote. The touchscreen instructs you tostand in front of the car, point the remoteat the front bumper and press and holdthe button until the headlights flash. Whenheadlights flash, Model X has learned theremote and you can touch Continue onthe touchscreen . If the headlights do notflash, refer to the guidelines below.• Next, the device's receiver learns Model X.The touchscreen instructs you to press theLEARN button on the garage door orgate's receiver. If training the receiverdoes not work, refer to the guidelinesbelow.NOTE: Only devices that are equippedwith a “rolling code” remote need to learnModel X. If you have a very old device thatis not equipped with a rolling coderemote, the device does not need to learnModel X and you can skip this part. Youcan also skip this step if your receiver isQuick-Train compatible. The openershould work.Headlights do not flash• Check the batteries in the remote. It is agood idea to replace the batteries beforeyou start programming.• Hold the remote against the nose cone,with the button pressed, about 6 inches tothe left of the Tesla emblem. In somecases you must hold the remote for up tothree minutes.• Check compatibility of the remote bycontacting the HomeLink manufacturer(www.homelink.com).After programming, the device does not work• Park Model X with its front bumper asclose as possible to the HomeLink device(garage door, gate, etc).• Make sure you haven’t reached the devicereceiver's limit of learned remotes/cars.Most receivers can learn up to fiveremotes/cars. If the receiver's memory isfull, you must clear the memory andrestart the programming process. Forinstructions on how to clear the receiver'smemory, refer to the ownerdocumentation provided with theHomeLink device.HomeLink® Universal Transceiver122 Model X Owner's Manual
• Make sure you are pressing the receiver'sLEARN button. Most receivers have twobuttons and a LED. One button is a RESETbutton and the other is a LEARN button.Pressing the LEARN button usually causesthe LED to flash. For instructions on howto put the receiver into learning mode,refer to the owner documentationprovided with the HomeLink device.• Most devices stay in learning mode foronly three to five minutes. Immediatelyafter pressing the device's LEARN button,follow the instructions displayed on thetouchscreen.HomeLink® Universal TransceiverUsing the Touchscreen 123
Wi-Fi is available as a data connection methodand is often faster than cellular data networks.Connecting to Wi-Fi is especially useful inareas with limited or no cellular connectivity.To ensure fast, reliable delivery of Model Xupdates (see Software Updates on page 125),Tesla recommends leaving Wi-Fi turned onand connected to a Wi-Fi network. To connectto a Wi-Fi network:1. Touch the 3G (or LTE) icon in thetouchscreen status bar. Model X will startscanning and display the Wi-Fi networksthat are within range.2. Select the Wi-Fi network you want to use,enter the password (if necessary), thentouch Connect.You can also connect to a hidden network thatisn't shown on the list of scanned networks.Just touch Wi-Fi Settings and enter the nameof the network in the resulting dialog box.Once you have connected to a network,Model X auto-connects whenever the networkis within range. If more than one previouslyconnected network is within range, Model Xconnects to the one most recently used.Note: You can also use a mobile hotspot oryour phone's Internet connection via Wi-Fitethering.Note: At Tesla service centers, Model Xautomatically connects to a Tesla Service Wi-Fi access point.Connecting to Wi-Fi124 Model X Owner's Manual
Loading New SoftwareModel X updates its software wirelessly,providing new features throughout your termof ownership. The first time you enter Model Xafter an update is made available, a schedulingwindow displays on the touchscreen.Note: Some software updates can take fromtwo to three hours to complete. Model X mustbe in P (Park) when the new software is beinginstalled. To ensure the fastest and mostreliable delivery of software updates, leave theWi-Fi turned on and connected wheneverpossible (see Connecting to Wi-Fi on page124).When a software update is available, a yellowclock icon appears on the touchscreen’s statusbar. Touch the clock icon to display the updatewindow. You can then either:• Schedule the update by setting the timeyou want the update to begin. Then touchSet For This Time. Once scheduled, theyellow clock icon on the touchscreen’sstatus bar becomes white. You canreschedule the update any time before itbegins.OR• Touch Install Now to immediately start theupdate process.If Model X is charging when the softwareupdate begins, charging stops. Chargingresumes automatically when the update iscomplete. If you are driving Model X at thescheduled update time, the update is canceledand you need to reschedule.If the touchscreen displays a messageindicating that a software update was notsuccessfully completed, contact Tesla.Viewing Release NotesWhen a software update is complete, learnabout the new features by displaying therelease notes. To display release notes at anytime touch the Tesla “T” at the top center ofthe touchscreen, then touch Release Notes.Software UpdatesUsing the Touchscreen 125
Model X Mobile AppThe Tesla Model X mobile app allows you tocommunicate with Model X remotely usingyour iPhone®or Android™ phone. With this app,you can:• Check charging progress and receivenotifications when charging has started,has been interrupted, or is complete.• Heat or cool Model X before driving (evenif it's in a garage).• Locate Model X with directions, or trackits movement across a map.• Flash lights or honk the horn to findModel X when parked.• Vent or close the sunroof.• Lock or unlock Model X from afar.• Start Model X.• Support the Model X Calendar app byallowing the mobile app to send yourphone's calendar data to Model X.• Receive notifications when the car alarmhas been triggered, or a new Model Xsoftware update is available.Simply download the Tesla Model X mobileapp to your phone and enter your MY TESLAlogin credentials. You must also ensure thatModel X is ready to communicate with themobile app by turning on its remote accesssetting. Touch Controls > Settings > Safety &Security > Remote Access > On (see Settingson page 99).Note: Tesla does not support the use of thirdparty applications to contact Model X.Mobile App126 Model X Owner's Manual
High Voltage Components1. Front Drive Unit2. AC Compressor3. Forward Junction Box4. High Voltage Cabling5. Battery Coolant Heater6. DC-DC Converter7. Cabin Heater8. Battery9. Rapid Splitter10. On-board Charger11. Charge Port12. Rear Drive Unit13. HV cable to Rear HVAC AssemblyElectric Vehicle ComponentsCharging 127
Warning: The high voltage system has no user serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, removeor replace high voltage components, cables or connectors. High voltage cables are coloredorange for easy identification.Warning: Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model X.These labels are there for your safety.Warning: In the unlikely event that a fire occurs, immediately contact your local fireemergency responders.Charging EquipmentCharging equipment designed specifically tocharge your Model X is available from Tesla. ATesla Wall Connector, which installs in yourgarage, is the fastest way to charge Model Xat home.In several market regions, Model X is equippedwith a Mobile Connector and the adapter(s)you need to plug into commonly used poweroutlets. When using the Mobile Connector,first plug the Mobile Connector into the poweroutlet, then plug in Model X. For moreinformation about your Mobile Connector, seethe Mobile Connector Owner’s Manual(available on the touchscreen). Additionaladapters can be purchased from Tesla.Tesla also provides various types of adapters(including J1772, Mennekes Type 2, andCHAdeMO) that allow you to plug Model Xinto the most commonly used public chargingstations in your region. Connect the adapter tothe charging station’s charge cable, open thecharge port door using the touchscreen (see Charging Instructions on page 130), then plugin Model X.For more information on the chargingequipment available for your region, go to www.teslamotors.com, choose your region,then view the available charging options.Electric Vehicle Components128 Model X Owner's Manual
About the BatteryModel X has one of the most sophisticatedbattery systems in the world. The mostimportant way to preserve the Battery is toLEAVE YOUR Model X PLUGGED IN when youare not using it. This is particularly important ifyou are not planning to drive Model X forseveral weeks. When plugged in, Model Xwakes up when needed to automaticallymaintain a charge level that maximizes thelifetime of the Battery.There is no advantage to waiting until theBattery’s level is low before charging. In fact,the Battery performs best when chargedregularly.Note: If the Model X Battery becomescompletely discharged in a situation in whichtowing is required, the owner is responsiblefor towing expenses. Discharge-related towingexpenses are not covered under the RoadsideAssistance policy.Battery CareNever allow the Battery to fully discharge.Even when Model X is not being driven, itsBattery discharges very slowly to power theonboard electronics. On average, the Batterydischarges at a rate of 1% per day. Situationscan arise in which you must leave Model Xunplugged for an extended period of time (forexample, at an airport when traveling). Inthese situations, keep the 1% in mind to ensurethat you leave the Battery with a sucientcharge level. For example, over a two weekperiod (14 days), the Battery discharges byapproximately 14%.Discharging the Battery to 0% maypermanently damage the Battery. To protectagainst a complete discharge, Model X entersa low-power consumption mode when thecharge level drops to 5%. In this mode, theBattery stops supporting the onboardelectronics to slow the discharge rate toapproximately 4% per month. Once this low-power consumption mode is active, it isimportant to plug in Model X within twomonths to avoid Battery damage.Note: When the low-power consumptionmode is active, the auxiliary 12V battery is nolonger being charged and can completelydischarge within 12 hours. In the unlikely eventthat this occurs, you may need to jump startor replace the 12V battery before you cancharge. In this situation, contact Tesla.Temperature LimitsFor better long-term performance, avoidexposing Model X to ambient temperaturesabove 140° F (60° C) or below -22° F (-30° C)for more than 24 hours at a time.Energy Saving FeatureModel X has an energy-saving feature thatreduces the amount of energy beingconsumed when Model X is not in use. TouchControls > Displays > Energy Saving. For moreinformation on maximizing range and savingenergy, see Getting Maximum Range on page59.Battery Warnings and CautionsWarning: The Battery has no parts that anowner or a non-Tesla authorized servicetechnician can service. Under nocircumstances should you open or tamperwith the Battery. Always contact Tesla toarrange for Battery servicing.Caution: If the Battery’s charge level fallsto 0%, you must plug it in. If you leave itunplugged for an extended period, it maynot be possible to charge Model X or usethe vehicle without jump starting orreplacing the 12V battery. LeavingModel X unplugged for an extendedperiod can also result in permanentBattery damage. If you are unable tocharge Model X, contact Teslaimmediately.Caution: The Battery requires no ownermaintenance. Do not remove the filler capand do not add fluid. If the instrumentpanel warns you that the fluid level is low,contact Tesla immediately.Caution: Do not use the Battery as astationary power source. Doing so voidsthe warranty.Battery InformationCharging 129
Opening the Charge PortThe charge port is located on the driver’s sideof Model X, behind a door that is part of therear tail light assembly.Park Model X so that the charge cable easilyreaches the charge port.With Model X unlocked, or a recognized keynearby, press and release the button on a Teslacharge cable to open the charge port door. Ifthe cable you are using does not have thisbutton, you can also open the charge portdoor using any of these methods:• Touch Controls > Doors > Charge Port onthe touchscreen.• Hold down the rear trunk button on thekey for 1-2 seconds.To charge at a public charging station, attachan adapter to the station’s charging connector.The most commonly used adapter(s) for eachmarket region are supplied with Model X.Depending on the charging equipment youare using, you may need to start and stopcharging using a control on the chargingequipment.Note: The charge port lights up white whenyou open the charge port door. If you do notconnect a charge cable, the light eventuallyturns o.Note: If you do not insert the charge cable intothe charge port within a few minutes afteropening the charge port door, the latch closes.If this happens, use the touchscreen to openthe charge port door.Caution: The connector end of the chargecable can damage the paint if droppedonto Model X.Caution: Do not attempt to force thecharge port door open. Doing so candamage the latch. A damaged latchcannot hold the door closed.Plugging InIf desired, use the touchscreen to change thecharge limit and the charging current.If you are using the Mobile Connector, plug itinto the power outlet before plugging it intoModel X.Align the connector to the charge port andinsert fully. When the connector is properlyinserted, charging begins automatically afterModel X:• Engages a latch that holds the connectorin place.• Shifts into Park (if it was in any othergear).• Heats or cools the Battery, if needed. Ifthe Battery requires heating or cooling,you may notice a delay before chargingbegins.Note: Whenever Model X is plugged in but notactively charging, it draws energy from thewall instead of using energy stored in theBattery. For example, if you are sitting inModel X and using the touchscreen whileparked and plugged in, Model X draws energyfrom the wall outlet instead of the Battery.Charging Instructions130 Model X Owner's Manual
During ChargingDuring charging, the charge port pulses greenand charging status displays on the instrumentpanel. The frequency at which the chargeport’s light pulses slows down as the chargelevel approaches full. When charging iscomplete, the light stops pulsing and is solidgreen.Note: If Model X is locked, the light around thecharge port does not light up.If the light around the charge port lights upred while charging, a fault is detected. Checkthe instrument panel or touchscreen for amessage describing the fault. A fault canoccur due to something as common as apower outage. If a power outage occurs,charging resumes automatically when poweris restored.Note: When charging, particularly at highcurrents, the refrigerant compressor and thefan operate as needed to keep the Batterycool. Therefore, it is normal to hear soundsduring charging.Stopping ChargingYou can stop charging at any time bydisconnecting the charge cable or touchingStop Charging on the touchscreen.Note: To prevent unauthorized unplugging ofthe charge cable, Model X must be unlockedor able to recognize a key before you candisconnect the charge cable.To disconnect the charge cable:1. Press and hold the button on a Teslaconnector to release the latch. You canalso touch Stop Charging on the chargingscreen (see Changing Charge Settings onpage 132).2. Pull the connector from the charge port.3. Push the charge port door closed.Note: If Model X is equipped with a motorizedcharge port door, it automatically closes whenyou remove the charge cable.Note: Model X stops charging whenever youdouble-click the key. If you do not unplugwithin 60 seconds, charging resumes.Caution: Tesla strongly recommendsleaving Model X plugged in when not inuse. This maintains the Battery at theoptimum level of charge.Charge Port Light• WHITE: The charge port door is open andModel X is ready to charge. The connectoreither hasn't been inserted yet, or thelatch is released and the connector isready to be removed.• SOLID GREEN: Charging is complete.• BLINKING GREEN: Charging is in progress.As Model X approaches a full charge, thefrequency of the blinking is slower.• BLUE: Model X detects that a connectorhas been plugged in, but charging has notstarted. Either Model X is preparing tocharge, or a charging session is scheduledto begin at a specified future time.• SOLID AMBER: The connector is not fullyplugged in. Realign the connector to thecharge port and insert fully.• BLINKING AMBER: Model X is charging ata reduced current (AC charging only).• RED: A fault is detected and charging hasstopped. Check the instrument panel ortouchscreen for a message describing thefault.Charging InstructionsCharging 131
Changing Charge SettingsThe charge settings screen displays on thetouchscreen whenever the charge port door isopen.To display charge settings at any time, touchthe Battery icon on the top of thetouchscreen, or touch Controls > Charging(located in the upper right portion of theControls screen).Note: The following illustration is provided fordemonstration purposes only and may varyslightly depending on the software versionand market region of your Model X.1. Charge status messages (such asCharging Scheduled, Charging InProgress) display here.2. To adjust the charge limit, touch SetCharge Limit, then drag the slider bar. Youcan charge to any level from 50% to 100%based on your driving needs. The settingyou choose applies to both immediate andscheduled charging sessions.3. Location-specific schedule. With Model Xin Park, set a specific time when you wantModel X to begin charging at the currentlocation. If, at the scheduled time, Model Xis not plugged in at the location, it willstart charging as soon as you plug it in aslong as you are plugging it in within sixhours of the scheduled time. If you plug inafter six hours, Model X does not startcharging until the scheduled time on thenext day. To override this setting, touchStart Charging or Stop Charging (seeitem 4). When you set a scheduledcharging time, Model X displays the settime on the instrument panel and thetouchscreen.4. Touch to open the charge port door or tostart (or stop) charging.5. The current automatically sets to themaximum current available from theattached charge cable, unless it waspreviously reduced to a lower level.If needed, touch the up/down arrows tochange the current (for example, you maywant to reduce the current if you areconcerned about overloading a domesticwiring circuit shared by other equipment).It is not possible to set the chargingcurrent to a level that exceeds themaximum available from the attachedcharge cable.When you change the current, Model Xremembers the location. So if yousubsequently charge at the same location,you do not need to change it again.Note: If Model X automatically reduced acharging location's current because offluctuations in input power (see the notein Charging Status on page 133), Teslarecommends charging at the lowercurrent until the underlying problem isresolved and the charging location canprovide consistent power.Charging Instructions132 Model X Owner's Manual
Charging StatusThe following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only and may vary slightlydepending on the software version and market region of your Model X.1. Charging rate per hour.2. Total estimated driving distance (orenergy) available. Instead of drivingdistance as shown here, you can displaythe percentage of battery energyremaining. To do so, touch Controls >Settings > Units & Format > Energy &Charging.Note: A portion of the battery image mayappear blue. This indicates that a smallportion of the energy stored in the batteryis not available on your drive because thebattery is cold. This is normal and noreason for concern. When the batterywarms up, the blue portion is no longerdisplayed.3. Current being supplied/Total currentavailable from the connected powersupply (see Changing Charge Settings onpage 132).4. Estimated increase in driving distance (orenergy) achieved so far in this chargingsession. Instead of driving distance asillustrated above, you can change settingsto display the amount of energy achieved.To do so, touch Controls > Settings > Units& Format > Energy & Charging.5. Charging status information displays here.For example, if Model X is charging, itdisplays the time remaining until fullycharged at the currently selected chargelevel. When scheduled charging is set for alocation, it displays when charging willstart.6. Voltage being supplied by the chargecable.Note: If Model X is charging and detectsunexpected fluctuations in the input power, itautomatically reduces the charging current by25%. For example, a 40 amp current isreduced to 30 amps. This automatic currentreduction increases robustness and safety insituations when a problem exists outside ofModel X or its charging electronics. Forexample, a home wiring system, receptacle,adapter or cord is unable to meet its ratedcurrent capacity. When Model X automaticallyreduces a location's charging current, it retainsthe reduced current for that location as aprecaution. Although you can manuallyincrease it, Tesla recommends charging at thelower current until the underlying problem isresolved and the charging location canprovide consistent power.Charging InstructionsCharging 133
Service IntervalsRegular maintenance is the key to ensuringthe continued reliability and eciency of yourModel X.Rotate the tires every 5000 miles (8000 km),maintain the correct tire pressures, and takeModel X to Tesla at the regularly scheduledmaintenance intervals of every 12 months, orevery 12,500 miles (20,000 km), whichevercomes first. It is also important to perform thedaily and monthly checks described below.Model X must be serviced by Tesla-certifiedtechnicians. Damages or failures caused bymaintenance or repairs performed by non-Tesla certified technicians are not covered bythe warranty.Daily Checks• Check the Battery’s charge level,displayed on the instrument panel.• Check that all exterior lights, horn, turnsignals, and wipers and washers areworking.• Check the operation of the brakes,including the parking brake.• Check the operation of the seat belts(see Seat Belts on page 21).• Look for fluid deposits underneathModel X that might indicate a leak. It isnormal for a small pool of water to form(caused by the air conditioning system’sdehumidifying process).Monthly Checks• Check the mileage to determine if the tiresneed to be rotated (every 5000 miles/8000 km), and check the condition andpressure of each tire (see Tire Care andMaintenance on page 135).• Check washer fluid level and top up ifnecessary (see Topping Up Washer Fluidon page 149).• Check that the air conditioning system isoperating (see Climate Controls on page103).Warning: Contact Tesla immediately if younotice any significant or sudden drop influid levels or uneven tire wear.Fluid Replacement IntervalsDo not change or top up Battery coolant andbrake fluid yourself. Tesla service techniciansreplace fluids at the regularly scheduledservice intervals:• Brake fluid. Every 2 years or 25,000 miles(40,000 km), whichever comes first.• Battery coolant. Every 5 years or62,500 miles (100,000 km), whichevercomes first.Note: Any damage from opening the Batterycoolant reservoir is excluded from thewarranty.High Voltage SafetyYour Model X has been designed and builtwith safety as a priority. However, be aware ofthese precautions to protect yourself from therisk of injury inherent in all high-voltagesystems:• Read and follow all instructions providedon the labels that are attached to Model X.These labels are there for your safety.• The high voltage system has no user-serviceable parts. Do not disassemble,remove or replace high voltagecomponents, cables or connectors. Highvoltage cables are colored orange for easyidentification.• If an accident occurs, do not touch anyhigh voltage wiring, connectors, orcomponents connected to the wiring.• In the unlikely event that a fire occurs,immediately contact your local fireemergency responders.Warning: Always disconnect the chargecable before working underneathModel X, even if charging is not inprogress.Warning: Keep your hands and clothingaway from cooling fans. Some fansoperate even when Model X is poweredo.Caution: Some fluids (battery acid,Battery coolant, brake fluid, windshieldwasher additives, etc.) used in motorvehicles are poisonous and should not beinhaled, swallowed, or brought intocontact with open wounds. For yoursafety, always read and follow instructionsprinted on fluid containers.Maintenance Schedule134 Model X Owner's Manual
Maintaining Tire PressuresIf you are not towing a trailer, keep tiresinflated to the pressures shown on the Tireand Loading Information label, even if it diersfrom the pressure printed on the tire itself. TheTire and Loading Information label is locatedon the center door pillar and is visible whenthe driver’s door is open.If you are towing a trailer, do not use the tirepressures printed on the Tire and LoadingInformation Label. Instead, see Towing aTrailer on page 63.The Tire Pressure indicator light onthe instrument panel alerts you ifone or more tires is under- or over-inflated.The Tire Pressure indicator light does notimmediately turn o when you adjust tirepressure. After inflating the tire to therecommended pressure, you must drive over25 mph (40 km/h) for more than 10 minutesto activate the Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS), which turns o the TirePressure indicator light.If the indicator light flashes for one minutewhenever you power on Model X, a fault withthe Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) isdetected (see TPMS Malfunction on page139).Checking and Adjusting Tire PressuresFollow these steps when tires are cold andModel X has been stationary for over threehours:1. Remove the valve cap.2. Firmly press an accurate tire pressuregauge onto the valve to measure pressure.3. If required, add air to reach therecommended pressure.4. Re-check pressure by removing and re-attaching the tire gauge.5. If you added too much air, release air bypressing the metal stem in the center ofthe valve.6. Recheck the pressure with the tire gaugeand adjust if necessary.7. Replace the valve cap to prevent dirt fromentering. Periodically check the valve fordamage and leaks.Warning: Under-inflation is the mostcommon cause of tire failures and cancause a tire to overheat, resulting insevere tire cracking, tread separation, orblowout, which causes unexpected loss ofvehicle control and increased risk ofinjury. Under-inflation also reducesBattery range and tire tread life.Warning: Check tire pressures using anaccurate pressure gauge when tires arecold. It takes only about one mile (1.6 km)of driving to warm up the tires sucientlyto aect tire pressures. Parking thevehicle in direct sunlight or in hot weathercan also aect tire pressures. If you mustcheck warm tires, expect increasedpressures. Do not let air out of warm tiresin an attempt to match recommendedcold tire pressures. A hot tire at or belowthe recommended cold tire inflationpressure is dangerously under-inflated.Warning: Do not use any tire sealantother than the type provided in a Teslatire repair kit. Other types can cause tirepressure sensors to malfunction. If yourModel X did not include a tire repair kit,you can purchase one from Tesla.Tire Care and MaintenanceMaintenance 135
Inspecting and Maintaining TiresRegularly inspect the tread and side walls forany sign of distortion (bulges), cuts or wear.Warning: Do not drive Model X if a tire isdamaged, excessively worn, or inflated toan incorrect pressure. Check tiresregularly for wear, and ensure there areno cuts, bulges or exposure of the ply/cord structure.Tire WearAdequate tread depth is important for propertire performance. Tires with a tread depth lessthan 4/32” (3 mm) are more likely tohydroplane in wet conditions and should notbe used. Tires with a tread depth less than5/32” (4 mm) do not perform well in snow andslush and should not be used when driving inwinter conditions.Model X is originally fitted with tires that havewear indicators molded into the tread pattern.When the tread has been worn down to 4/32”(3.18 mm), the indicators start to appear at thesurface of the tread pattern, producing theeect of a continuous band of rubber acrossthe width of the tire. For optimal performanceand safety, Tesla recommends replacing tiresbefore the wear indicators are visible.Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel AlignmentTesla recommends rotating the tires every5000 miles (8000 km).Unbalanced wheels (sometimes noticeable asvibration through the steering wheel) aectvehicle handling and tire life. Even with regularuse, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,they should be balanced as required.If tire wear is uneven (on one side of the tireonly) or becomes abnormally excessive, checkthe alignment of wheels.Note: When replacing only two tires, alwaysinstall the new tires on the rear.Punctured TiresA puncture eventually causes the tire to losepressure, which is why it is important to checktire pressures frequently. Permanently repairor replace punctured or damaged tires assoon as possible.Your tubeless tires may not leak whenpenetrated, provided the object remains in thetire. If, however, you feel a sudden vibration orride disturbance while driving, or you suspecta tire is damaged, immediately reduce yourspeed. Drive slowly, while avoiding heavybraking or sharp steering and, when safe to doso, stop the vehicle. Arrange to have Model Xtransported to a Tesla, or to a nearby tirerepair center.Note: In some cases, you can temporarilyrepair small tire punctures (under 1/4”/6 mm)using an optional tire repair kit available fromTesla. This allows you to slowly drive Model Xto Tesla or to a nearby tire repair facility.Warning: Do not drive with a puncturedtire, even if the puncture has not causedthe tire to deflate. A punctured tire candeflate suddenly at any time.Flat SpotsIf Model X is stationary for a long period inhigh temperatures, tires can form flat spots.When Model X is driven, these flat spots causea vibration which gradually disappears as thetires warm up and regain their original shape.To minimize flat spots during storage, inflatetires to the maximum pressure indicated onthe tire wall. Then, before driving, release airto adjust tire pressure to the recommendedlevels.Improving Tire MileageTo improve the mileage you get from yourtires, maintain tires at the recommended tirepressures, observe speed limits and advisoryspeeds, and avoid:• Pulling away quickly, or hard acceleration.• Fast turns and heavy braking.• Potholes and objects in the road.• Hitting curbs when parking.• Contaminating tires with fluids that cancause damage.Tire Care and Maintenance136 Model X Owner's Manual
Replacing Tires and WheelsTires degrade over time due to the eects ofultraviolet light, extreme temperatures, highloads, and environmental conditions. It isrecommended that tires are replaced every sixyears, or sooner if required.Wheel rims and tires are matched to suit thehandling characteristics of the vehicle.Replacement tires must comply with theoriginal specification. If tires other than thosespecified are used, ensure that the load andspeed ratings marked on the tire equal orexceed those of the original specification.Ideally, you should replace all four tires at thesame time. If this is not possible, replace thetires in pairs (both front or both rear). Whenreplacing tires, always re-balance and checkthe alignment of wheels.If you replace a wheel, the TPMS (Tire PressureMonitoring System) sensors need to be resetto ensure they provide accurate warningswhen tires are under- or over-inflated (see Resetting the TPMS Sensors on page 139).Warning: For your safety, use only tiresand wheels that match the originalspecification (see Wheels and Tires onpage 162). Tires that do not match theoriginal specification can aect theoperation of the Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS).Warning: Never exceed the speed ratingof your vehicle's tires. The speed rating isshown on the sidewall of your tires (see Understanding Tire Markings on page163).Asymmetric TiresModel X tires are asymmetric and must bemounted on the wheel with the correctsidewall facing outward. The sidewall of thetire is marked with the word OUTSIDE. Whennew tires are installed, make sure that the tiresare correctly mounted on the wheels.Warning: Road holding is seriouslyimpaired if the tires are incorrectlyinstalled on the wheels.Seasonal Tire TypesSummer TiresYour Model X may be originally equipped withhigh performance summer tires. These tiresare designed for maximum dry and wet roadperformance. Summer tires do not performwell in winter conditions. Tesla recommendsusing winter tires if driving in coldtemperatures or on roads where snow or icemay be present. Contact Tesla for winter tirerecommendations.Warning: In cold temperatures or on snowor ice, summer tires do not provideadequate traction. Selecting and installingthe appropriate tires for winter conditionsis important to ensure the safety andoptimum performance of your Model X,even when equipped with dual motors.All-Season TiresYour Model X may be originally equipped withall-season tires. These tires are designed toprovide adequate traction in most conditionsyear-round, but may not provide the samelevel of traction as winter tires in snowy or icyconditions. All-season tires can be identifiedby “ALL SEASON" and/or "M+S” (mud andsnow) on the tire sidewall.Tire Care and MaintenanceMaintenance 137
Winter TiresYour Model X is not originally equipped withwinter tires. To increase traction in snowy oricy conditions, consider installing winter tires.When installing winter tires, always install acomplete set of four tires at the same time.Winter tires must be the same size, brand,construction and tread pattern on all fourwheels. Contact Tesla for winter tirerecommendations.Winter tires can be identified by amountain/snowflake symbol on thetire's sidewall.When driving with winter tires, you mayexperience more road noise, shorter tread life,and less traction on dry roads.Driving in Low TemperaturesTire performance is reduced in low ambienttemperatures, resulting in reduced grip and anincreased susceptibility to damage fromimpacts. Performance tires can temporarilyharden when cold, causing you to hearrotational noise for the first few miles (km)until the tires warm up.Using Tire ChainsTesla has tested and approved Maggie GroupTrak Special LT51 snow chains to increasetraction in snowy conditions. These chainsmust only be installed on rear 19 or 20" tires.Do not use chains on 22" tires or on front tires.The approved snow chains can be purchasedfrom Tesla.When installing tire chains, follow theinstructions provided by the tire chainmanufacturer. Mount them as tightly aspossible.When using tire chains:• Drive slowly. Do not exceed 30 mph(48 km/h).• Avoid heavily loading Model X (heavyloads can reduce the clearance betweenthe tires and the body).• Remove the tire chains as soon asconditions allow.Note: Tire chains are prohibited in somejurisdictions. Check local laws before installingtire chains.Caution: Using non-recommended tirechains, or using tire chains on other sizedtires, can damage the suspension, body,wheels, and/or brake lines. Damagecaused by using non-recommended tirechains is not covered by the warranty.Caution: Do not use chains on a Model Xequipped with 22" tires and do not usetire chains on front tires.Caution: Ensure that tire chains cannottouch suspension components or brakelines. If you hear the chains makingunusual noises that would indicatecontact with Model X, stop andinvestigate immediately.Tire Pressure MonitoringEach tire should be checked monthly whencold and inflated to the recommendedpressures that are printed on the Tire andLoading Information label located on thedriver’s door pillar (see Maintaining TirePressures on page 135). If your vehicle hastires of a dierent size than the size indicatedon the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressurelabel, determine the proper tire inflationpressure for those tires.As an added safety feature, your vehicle hasbeen equipped with a tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) that displays a tire pressuretelltale (Tire Pressure Warning) on theinstrument panel when one or more of yourtires is significantly under- or over-inflated.Accordingly, when the Tire Pressure indicatorlight displays on the instrument panel to alertyou about tire pressure, stop and check yourtires as soon as possible, and inflate them tothe proper pressure (see Maintaining TirePressures on page 135). Driving on asignificantly under-inflated tire causes the tireto overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel eciency and tiretread life, and may aect the vehicle'shandling and stopping ability.If Model X detects a fault with theTire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS), this indicator flashes for oneminute whenever you power onModel X.Note: Installing accessories that are notapproved by Tesla can interfere with the TPMSsystem.Warning: The TPMS is not a substitute forproper tire maintenance, includingmanually checking tire pressures andregularly inspecting the condition of tires.Tire Care and Maintenance138 Model X Owner's Manual
It is the driver's responsibility to maintaincorrect tire pressure, even if under- orover-inflation has not reached the levelfor the TPMS to trigger the Tire PressureWarning on the instrument panel.Resetting the TPMS SensorsAfter replacing one or more wheels, the TPMSsensors must be reset to ensure tire pressurewarnings are accurate. However, note that theTPMS sensors do not need to be reset afterreplacing a tire or rotating wheels.Note: Do not reset the TPMS sensors in anattempt to clear tire pressure warnings.To reset TPMS sensors:1. Inflate all tires to their recommendedpressures, as indicated on the Tire andLoading Information label located on thedriver’s door pillar.2. Get ready to drive for ten minutes, then,on the Model X touchscreen, touchControls > Settings > Service & Reset >Tire Pressure Monitor > Reset Sensors.3. Follow the onscreen instructions.Replacing a Tire SensorIf the Tire Pressure warning indicator displaysfrequently, contact Tesla to determine if a tiresensor needs to be replaced. Tire sensors mustbe replaced by a Tesla service technician whocan perform a brief setup procedure. If a non-Tesla service center repairs or replaces a tire,the tire sensor will not work until Teslaperforms the setup procedure.TPMS MalfunctionModel X has also been equipped with a TPMSmalfunction indicator to indicate when thesystem is not operating properly.The TPMS malfunction indicator iscombined with the tire pressureindicator light. When the systemdetects a malfunction, the indicatorflashes for approximately one minuteafter Model X powers on, and thenremains continuously lit. Thissequence continues uponsubsequent vehicle start-ups as longas the malfunction exists. When theTPMS malfunction indicator is on, thesystem might not be able to detector signal under- and over-inflatedtires as intended.TPMS malfunctions can occur for a variety ofreasons, including installing replacement oralternate tires or wheels that prevent theTPMS from functioning properly. Always checkthe TPMS malfunction indicator light afterreplacing one or more tires or wheels on yourvehicle to ensure that the replacement tires orwheels allow the TPMS to continue to functionproperly.Note: If a tire has been replaced or repairedusing a dierent tire sealant than the oneavailable from Tesla, and a low tire pressure isdetected, it is possible that the tire sensor hasbeen damaged. Contact Tesla to have the faultrepaired as soon as possible.Tire Care and MaintenanceMaintenance 139
Tire Repair KitYour Model X has no spare tire. Depending onthe legislations that apply to the region inwhich you purchased Model X, a tire repair kitmay or may not be included. If a tire repair kitwas not provided in Model X upon delivery,you can purchase one from Tesla.Note: Although Model X does not have a sparetire, in the event of a flat tire, RoadsideAssistance provides towing coverage for up to50 miles.The tire repair kit consists of a compressorand a canister of tire sealant (enough to repairone tire). When injected into a tire, the sealantcan penetrate a small puncture up to 1/4"(6 mm) to form a temporary repair.Note: For punctures larger than 1/4” (6 mm),severe tread damage, a damaged sidewall,ripped tires or tires that have come o the rim,call Roadside Assistance.Warning: The tire repair kit is a temporaryrepair only. You must repair or replace adamaged tire as soon as possible.Warning: Do not exceed 30 mph(48 km/h) when driving with a tire thathas been temporarily repaired withsealant.Warning: Follow all directions andwarnings on the tire repair kit beforestarting a repair.Caution: Do not drive on a deflated tire asthis can cause serious damage.Tire Sealant CanisterThe tire sealant provided in the Tesla tirerepair kit is approved for use with Model X andis designed not to damage the TPMS (TirePressure Monitoring System) sensors.Therefore, you must replace it only with one ofthe same type and capacity (see Replacingthe Sealant Canister on page 143). Tiresealant canisters can be purchased from Tesla.The tire sealant has an expiration date printedon the outside of the canister. If the expirationdate has passed, the sealant might not workas expected. Always replace an expired tiresealant canister.Warning: Do not use any tire sealantother than the one available from Tesla.Doing so could cause tire pressuresensors to malfunction.Warning: Always read and follow thesafety and handling instructions printedon the sealant canister.Warning: Keep tire sealant out of thereach of children.Warning: Tire sealant can be harmful if itcontacts the eyes or if swallowed orinhaled. If the sealant comes into contactwith your eyes, immediately flush withwater and seek medical attention ifirritation persists. If swallowed, do notinduce vomiting and seek medicalassistance immediately. If inhaled, breathefresh air. Inhalation can cause drowsinessand dizziness. If breathing is aected,seek medical assistance immediately.Temporary Tire Repair140 Model X Owner's Manual
Inflating with Sealant and AirIf you have a Tesla tire repair kit, follow thesesteps to temporarily repair a small tirepuncture (less than 1/4”/6 mm)).1. Stop Model X in a safe place away fromtrac and ask passengers to wait in a safearea.2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers toalert other road users.3. If possible, position the wheel with thepuncture at the bottom.4. Detach the power supply connector fromthe back of the compressor and plug itinto the 12V power socket located on thefront of center console.5. Release the clear plastic hose from the tirecompressor.6. Remove the red cap and screw the end ofthe hose onto the tire’s valve.7. Attach the sealant kit’s black air hose tothe sealant valve and press the lever downto secure it in place.8. Ensure the compressor is lying on a levelsurface with the pressure gauge facing tothe side as shown in Step 5.9. Turn on the compressor.10. Inflate the tire to the recommendedpressure.11. Turn o the compressor and disconnectthe hose from the tire’s valve. Wipe anyexcess sealant from the tire valve andwheel rim.12. Immediately drive for 5 miles (8 km) todistribute the sealant around the tire. Donot exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).13. Stop and check the tire’s pressure. Ifnecessary, inflate using the black air hose.14. Have the tire repaired or replaced as soonas possible.15. Replace the tire repair sealant canister(see Replacing the Sealant Canister onpage 143).Temporary Tire RepairMaintenance 141
Inflating with Air OnlyIf you have a Tesla tire repair kit, follow thesesteps to inflate a tire with air:1. Detach the power supply connector fromthe rear of the compressor and plug it intothe 12V power socket located in Model Xon the front of center console.2. Release the black air hose from thecompressor.3. Attach the air hose to the valve and pressthe lever down to secure it in place.4. Ensure the compressor is lying on a levelsurface with the pressure gauge facing tothe side where you can read it.5. To add air, turn on the compressor andinflate until the desired pressure isreached.6. To release air, turn o the compressor,then press and hold the red button untilthe desired pressure is reached.Note: For your convenience, the tire repair kitincludes a selection of adapters that allow youto inflate other items. These adapters arelocated in a compartment on the back of thecompressor.Caution: To avoid overheating, do not usethe compressor continuously for morethan eight minutes. Allow the compressorto cool for 15 minutes between uses.Caution: The compressor runs slowlywhen overheated from excessive use. Turnit o and allow it to cool.Temporary Tire Repair142 Model X Owner's Manual
Replacing the Sealant CanisterIf you have a Tesla tire repair kit, you canpurchase additional or replacement canistersof tire sealant from Tesla.Follow these steps to replace the canister inyour Tesla tire repair kit:1. Unwrap the clear hose from thecompressor. This hose is included with thetire repair sealant canister.2. Remove the canister cover by sliding itupward to release it from the compressor.3. Remove the canister.4. Insert the new canister and replace thecover.Temporary Tire RepairMaintenance 143
Cleaning the ExteriorTo prevent damage to the paint, immediatelyremove corrosive substances (bird droppings,tree resin, dead insects, tar spots, road salt,industrial fallout, etc). Do not wait untilModel X is due for a complete wash. Ifnecessary, use denatured alcohol to removetar spots and stubborn grease stains, thenimmediately wash the area with water and amild, non-detergent soap to remove thealcohol.Follow these steps when washing the exteriorof Model X:1. Rinse ThoroughlyBefore washing, flush grime and grit fromthe bodywork using a hose. Flush awayaccumulations of mud in areas wheredebris easily collects (such as wheelarches and panel seams). If salt has beenused on the highways (such as duringwinter months), thoroughly rinse all tracesof road salt from the underside of thevehicle.2. Hand WashHand wash Model X using a clean softcloth and cold or lukewarm watercontaining a mild, good quality carshampoo.3. Rinse with Clean WaterAfter washing, rinse with clean water toprevent soap from drying on the surfaces.4. Dry Thoroughly and Clean Exterior GlassAfter washing and rinsing, dry thoroughlywith a chamois.Clean windows and mirrors using anautomotive glass cleaner. Do not scrape,or use any abrasive cleaning fluid on glassor mirrored surfaces.Cautions for Exterior CleaningCaution: Do not use windshield treatmentfluids. Doing so can interfere with wiperfriction and cause a chattering sound.Caution: Do not use hot water anddetergents.Caution: In hot weather, do not wash indirect sunlight.Caution: If using a pressure washer,maintain a distance of at least 12" (30 cm)between the nozzle and the surface ofModel X. Keep the nozzle moving and donot concentrate the water jet on any onearea.Caution: Do not aim water hoses directlyat window, door or hood seals, or throughwheel apertures onto brake components.Caution: Avoid using tight-napped orrough cloths, such as washing mitts.Caution: If washing in an automatic carwash, use Touchless car washes only.These car washes have no parts (brushes,etc.) that touch the surfaces of Model X.Using any other type of car wash couldcause damage that is not covered by thewarranty.Caution: Do not used chemical basedwheel cleaners. These can damage thefinish on the wheels.Caution: Avoid using a high pressurepower washer on the rear view camera orparking sensors (if equipped) and do notclean a sensor or camera lens with asharp or abrasive object that can scratchor damage its surface.Cleaning144 Model X Owner's Manual
Cleaning the InteriorFrequently inspect and clean the interior tomaintain its appearance and to preventpremature wear. If possible, immediately wipeup spills and remove marks. For generalcleaning, wipe interior surfaces using a softcloth (such as micro fiber) dampened with amixture of warm water and mild non-detergent cleaner (test all cleaners on aconcealed area before use). To avoid streaks,dry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.Interior GlassDo not scrape, or use any abrasive cleaningfluid on glass or mirrored surfaces. This candamage the reflective surface of the mirrorand the heating elements in the rear window.AirbagsDo not allow any substance to enter an airbagcover. This could aect correct operation.Dashboard and Plastic SurfacesDo not polish the upper surfaces of thedashboard. Polished surfaces are reflectiveand could interfere with your driving view.Leather SeatsLeather is prone to dye-transfer which cancause discoloration, particularly on lightcolored leather. White and tan leather iscoated with an anti-soiling treatment. Wipespills as soon as possible using a soft clothmoistened with warm water and non-detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circularmotion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-freecloth. Using detergents or commerciallyavailable leather cleaners and conditioners isnot recommended because they can discoloror dry out the leather.Cloth SeatsWipe spills as soon as possible using a softcloth moistened with warm water and non-detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circularmotion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-freecloth. Vacuum the seats as needed to removeany loose dirt.CarpetsAvoid over-wetting carpets. For heavily soiledareas, use a diluted upholstery cleaner.Seat BeltsExtend the belts to wipe. Do not use any typeof detergent or chemical cleaning agent.Allow the belts to dry naturally whileextended, preferably away from directsunlight.Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child SeatsVacuum the seats to remove any loose dirt.Wipe the seats with a soft cloth dampenedwith warm water. You can also use anupholstery cleaner designed for automotiveuse. Extend the belts to wipe. Allow the beltsto dry naturally, preferably away from directsunlight.Touchscreen and Instrument PanelClean the touchscreen and instrument panelusing a soft lint-free cloth specificallydesigned to clean monitors and displays. Donot use cleaners (such as a glass cleaner) anddo not use a wet wipe or a dry statically-charged cloth (such as a recently washedmicrofiber). To wipe the touchscreen withoutactivating buttons and changing settings, youcan enable clean mode. Touch Controls >Displays > Clean Mode. The display darkens tomake it easy to see dust and smudges.Chrome and Metal SurfacesPolish, abrasive cleaners or hard cloths candamage the finish on chrome and metalsurfaces.Cautions for Interior CleaningWarning: If you notice any damage on anairbag or seat belt, contact Teslaimmediately.Warning: Do not allow any water,cleaners, or fabric to enter a seat beltmechanism.Caution: Using solvents (includingalcohol), bleach, citrus, naphtha, orsilicone-based products or additives oninterior components can cause damage.CleaningMaintenance 145
Polishing, Touch Up, and BodyRepairTo preserve the cosmetic appearance of thebody, you can occasionally treat the paintsurfaces with an approved polish containing:• Very mild abrasive to remove surfacecontamination without removing ordamaging the paint.• Filling compounds that fill scratches andreduce their visibility.• Wax to provide a protective coatingbetween the paint and environmentalelements.Regularly inspect the exterior paint fordamage. Treat minor chips and scratchesusing a paint touch up pen (available forpurchase from Tesla). Use the touch-up penafter washing but before polishing or waxing.Repair rock chips, fractures or scratches. Bodyrepairs should be performed only by a Teslaapproved body shop. Contact Tesla for a list ofapproved body shops.Caution: Do not use cutting pastes, colorrestoration compounds, or polishescontaining harsh abrasives. These canscour the surface and permanentlydamage the paint.Caution: Do not use chrome polish orother abrasive cleaners.Using a Car CoverTo preserve the cosmetic appearance of thebody when Model X is not being used, use agenuine Tesla car cover. Car covers can bepurchased from Tesla.Caution: Use only a Tesla-approved carcover when Model X is plugged in. Usinga non-Tesla car cover can prevent theBattery from being adequately cooledduring charging.Floor MatsTo extend the life of your carpet and makethem easier to clean, use genuine Tesla floormats. Maintain mats by regularly cleaningthem and checking that they are properlyattached. Replace floor mats if they becomeexcessively worn.Warning: To avoid potential interferencewith a foot pedal, ensure that the driver’sfloor mat is securely fastened, and neverplace an additional floor mat on top of it.Floor mats should always rest on top ofthe vehicle carpeting surface and not onanother floor mat or other covering.Cleaning146 Model X Owner's Manual
Checking and Replacing WipersTo make wiper blades easy to access, turn othe wipers, shift Model X into Park, then usethe touchscreen to move them to the serviceposition. Touch Controls > Settings > Service &Reset > Service Mode > ON.Note: Wipers automatically return to theirnormal position when you shift Model X out ofPark.Periodically check and clean the edge of thewiper blade and check the rubber for cracks,splits and roughness. If damaged, contactTesla Service to have the blades replaced.Contaminants on the windshield, or on thewiper blades, can reduce the eectiveness ofthe wiper blades. Contaminants include ice,wax spray from car washes, washer fluid withbug and/or water repellent, bird droppings,tree sap, and other organic substances.Follow these guidelines for cleaning:• Clean the windshield using non-abrasiveglass cleaner.• Lift the wiper arm a short distance awayfrom the windshield, just far enough toaccess the wiper blade, then wipe theblade clean using isopropyl (rubbing)alcohol or washer fluid.If the wipers remain ineective after cleaning,the wipers may need to be replaced. Thewiper washing system is an integrated part ofthe wiper blades and therefore it is notpossible to replace just the wiper blades. Forwiper replacement, contact Tesla Service.Caution: Only use cleaning productsapproved for use on automotive glass andrubber. Inappropriate products can causedamage or smears, and create glare onthe windshield.Wiper Blades and Washer JetsMaintenance 147
Removing the Maintenance PanelTo access fuses and check fluid levels, removethe maintenance panel:1. Pull the rear edge of the maintenancepanel upward to release the five clips thathold the panel in place.2. Maneuver the maintenance panel towardthe windshield to remove.Caution: The maintenance panel protectsthe front trunk from water. When re-attaching, make sure it is fully seated.Checking Battery CoolantIf the quantity of fluid in the cooling systemdrops below the recommended level, theinstrument panel displays a warning message.Stop Model X as soon as safety permits andcontact Tesla.Fluid Level CheckTesla checks the Battery coolant level at theregularly scheduled maintenance intervals.DO NOT ADD FLUID. Doing so can result indamage not covered by the warranty.Topping Up the Battery CoolantUnder no circumstances should you addcoolant. If the instrument panel warns you thatthe fluid level is low, contact Teslaimmediately.To maximize the performance and life of theBattery, the cooling system uses a specifictype of G-48 ethylene-glycol coolant (HOAT).Contact Tesla for more specific informationabout the coolant.Fluid Reservoirs148 Model X Owner's Manual
Checking Brake FluidWarning: Contact Tesla immediately if younotice increased movement of the brakepedal or a significant loss of brake fluid.Driving under these conditions can resultin extended stopping distances orcomplete brake failure.The Brake indicator on theinstrument panel alerts you if thequantity of fluid in the brakereservoir drops below therecommended level. If it displayswhile driving, stop as soon as safetypermits by gently applying thebrakes. Do not continue driving.Contact Tesla immediately.Fluid Level CheckTesla checks the brake fluid level at theregularly scheduled maintenance intervals.Topping Up the Brake FluidDo not top up your brake fluid. Tesla servicedoes this when you bring Model X in forregular servicing. The following instructionsare provided for information purposes andfuture reference only:1. Clean the filler cap before removing toprevent dirt from entering the reservoir.2. Unscrew the cap and remove.3. Top up the reservoir to the MAX markusing brake fluid meeting DOT3specifications.4. Replace the filler cap.Warning: Only use new fluid from a sealedair-tight container. Never use previouslyused fluid or fluid from a previouslyopened container—fluid absorbs moisturewhich decreases braking performance.Warning: Brake fluid is highly toxic. Keepcontainers sealed and out of the reach ofchildren. In the event of accidentalconsumption, seek medical attentionimmediately.Caution: Brake fluid damages paintedsurfaces. Immediately soak up any spillswith an absorbent cloth and wash thearea with a mixture of car shampoo andwater.Topping Up Washer FluidThe only reservoir into which you can add fluidis the washer fluid reservoir located under thefront trunk. When the level is low, a messagedisplays on the instrument panel.Do not use formulated washer fluids thatcontain water repellent or bug wash. Thesefluids can cause streaking, smearing, andsqueaking or other noises.Operate the washers periodically to check thatthe nozzles are clear and properly directed.To top up washer fluid:1. Clean the filler cap before opening toprevent dirt from entering the reservoir.2. Open the filler cap.3. Fill the reservoir until the fluid level isvisible just below the filler neck.4. Replace the filler cap.Note: Some national or local regulationsrestrict the use of Volatile OrganicCompounds (VOCs). VOCs are commonlyused as antifreeze in washer fluid. Use awasher fluid with limited VOC content only if itprovides adequate freeze resistance for allclimates in which you drive Model X.Caution: Under no circumstances do youneed to inspect or top up other fluidreservoirs. Two additional fluid reservoirsare located next to the washer fluid, butunderneath the maintenance panel. In theunlikely event that you see a message onthe instrument panel that one of thesefluid levels is low, stop Model X as soon assafe to do so, and contact Tesla.Caution: Do not spill washer fluid on bodypanels. Doing so can cause damage. Wipeup spills immediately and wash theaected area with water.Warning: In temperatures below40° F (4° C), use a washer fluid withFluid ReservoirsMaintenance 149
antifreeze. In cold weather, using a washerfluid without antifreeze can impairvisibility through the windshield.Fluid Reservoirs150 Model X Owner's Manual
Jacking ProcedureFollow the steps below to lift Model X. Ensurethat any non-Tesla repair facility is aware ofthese lifting points.1. Position Model X centrally between the liftposts.2. If your Model X is equipped with Smart AirSuspension, it automatically self-levels,even when power is o. Use thetouchscreen to set the suspension asfollows:• Touch Controls > Suspension.• Press the brake pedal, then touch VeryHigh to maximize the height of thesuspension.• Touch Jack to disable self-leveling.When Jack mode is active,Model X displays this indicatorlight on the instrument panel,along with a message tellingyou that active suspension isdisabled.3. Close the falcon doors.4. Position the lift arm pads under the bodyrails at the locations illustrated. DO NOTposition the lift arm pads under theBattery.5. Adjust the height and position of the liftarm pads to ensure they are correctlylocated.6. With assistance, raise the lift, ensuring thelift arm pads remain in their correctpositions.Note: Jack mode cancels when Model X isdriven over 4.5 mph (7 km/h).Warning: If your Model X is equipped withSmart Air Suspension, it automaticallyself-levels, even when power is o. YouMUST disable this system by engagingJack mode before lifting or jacking. If youdo not disable Smart Air Suspension,Model X can attempt to self-level, causingserious damage, bodily injury, or death.Warning: Never raise Model X when thecharge cable is connected, even ifcharging is not in progress.Warning: Do not work on an incorrectlysupported vehicle. Doing so can causeserious damage, bodily injury, or death.Caution: DO NOT lift from under theBattery. Place the lift arm pads under thebody rails only. The locations illustratedare the only approved lifting points forModel X. Lifting at any other points cancause damage. Damage caused by liftingModel X is not covered by the warranty.Jacking and LiftingMaintenance 151
Parts, Accessories, andModificationsUse only genuine Tesla parts and accessories.Tesla performs rigorous testing on parts toensure their suitability, safety, and reliability.Purchase these parts from Tesla, where theyare professionally installed and where you canreceive expert advice about modifications toModel X.Tesla is unable to assess parts manufacturedby other distributors and therefore accepts noresponsibility if you use non-Tesla parts onModel X.Warning: Installing non-approved partsand accessories, or performing non-approved modifications, can aect theperformance of Model X and the safety ofits occupants. Any damage caused byusing or installing non-approved parts, orby performing non-approvedmodifications, is not covered by thewarranty.Warning: Tesla does not accept liabilityfor death, personal injury or damage thatoccurs if you use or install non-approvedaccessories or make non-approvedmodifications.Body RepairsIf Model X is in a collision, contact Tesla toensure that it is repaired with genuine Teslaparts. Tesla has selected and approved bodyshops that meet strict requirements fortraining, equipment, quality, and customersatisfaction.Some repair shops and insurance companiesmight suggest using non-original equipmentor salvaged parts to save money. However,these parts do not meet Tesla's high standardsfor quality, fit and corrosion resistance. Inaddition, non-original equipment and salvagedparts (and any damage or failures they mightcause) are not covered by the warranty.Parts and Accessories152 Model X Owner's Manual
Vehicle Identification NumberYou can find the VIN at the followinglocations:• Stamped on a plate located at the top ofthe dashboard. Can be seen by lookingthrough the windshield.• Stamped on the chassis. Can be seen byremoving the maintenance panel (see Removing the Maintenance Panel on page148).• Printed on the Vehicle Certification label,located on the driver’s side door pillar.Can be seen when the driver’s door isopen.Emission Control LabelThe emission control label is located on theopening face of the liftgate.Identification LabelsSpecifications 153
Load Capacity LabelingIt is important to understand how muchweight your Model X can safely carry. Thisweight is called the vehicle capacity weightand includes the weight of all occupants,cargo and any additional equipment added toyour Model X since it was manufactured.There are three labels attached to Model Xthat state how much weight it can safely carry.These labels are located on the center doorpillar and are visible when the driver’s door isopen:1. Towing label2. Tire and Loading Information label3. Vehicle Certification labelWarning: Overloading Model X has anadverse eect on braking and handling,which can compromise your safety ordamage Model X.Caution: Never store large amounts ofliquid in Model X. A significant spill cancause electrical components tomalfunction.Towing LabelThe Towing Label instructs you to refer to thisowner's manual for tire pressures that shouldbe used when towing a trailer. Do not use thetire pressures printed on the Tire and LoadingInformation Label. Instead, see Towing aTrailer on page 63.Tire and Loading Information LabelThe Tire and Loading Information labelprovides:• The maximum number of occupantseating positions.• The maximum vehicle capacity weight.• The size of the original tires.• The cold inflation pressures for theoriginal front and rear tires. Thesepressures are recommended to optimizeride and handling characteristics.Never change this label, even if you usedierent tires in the future.Note: If Model X is loaded to its full capacity,double check all tires to ensure they areinflated to their recommended pressure levels.Warning: Tire pressures printed on theTire and Loading Information label DONOT APPLY to towing. When towing, tirepressures must be increased. Forinformation about the tire pressuresrequired when towing, see Towing aTrailer on page 63.Vehicle Loading154 Model X Owner's Manual
Vehicle Certification LabelThe Vehicle Certification label provides:• GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Themaximum allowable total mass of Model X.This is calculated as the weight ofModel X, all passengers, fluids, and cargo.• GAWR FRT and GAWR RR - Gross AxleWeight Rating for the front and rear axles.The GAWR is the maximum distributedweight that each axle can support.United States:Canada:Caution: To prevent damage, never loadModel X so that it is heavier than GVWRor exceeds the individual GAWR weights.Calculating Load Limits1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargo shouldnever exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on yourvehicle’s “Tire and Loading Information”label.2. Determine the combined weight of thedriver and passengers that will be riding inthe vehicle.3. Subtract the combined weight of thedriver and passengers from XXX kg orXXX lbs (see Step 1).4. The resulting figure equals the availableamount of cargo and luggage loadcapacity. For example, if the “XXX”amount equals 1400 lbs (635 kg) andthere will be five 150 lb (68 kg)passengers in the vehicle, the amount ofavailable cargo and luggage capacity is650 lbs (1400 ‑ 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or295 kg (635 ‑ 340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg).5. Determine the combined weight of cargoand luggage being loaded on the vehicle.That weight must not exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacitycalculated in Step 4.Warning: The front and rear trunks are thepreferred places to carry objects. In anaccident, or during hard braking andsharp turns, loose items in the cabin couldinjure occupants.Example Load Limit CalculationsHow much cargo you can carry in Model Xdepends on the number and weight ofpassengers. The following are typicalexamples of calculated load limits. Theseexamples assume passengers weighing 150 lbs(68 kg). If the passengers weigh more or less,the available cargo and luggage load capacitydecreases or increases respectively.Driver and one passengerDescription TotalVehicle capacity weight 954 lbs(433 kg)Subtract occupant weight(2 x 150 lbs/68 kg)300 lbs(136 kg)Available cargo weight 654 lbs(297 kg)Vehicle LoadingSpecifications 155
Driver and four passengersDescription TotalVehicle capacity weight 954 lbs(433 kg)Subtract occupant weight (5 x150 lbs/68 kg)750 lbs(340 kg)Available cargo weight 204 lbs(93 kg)The available cargo or luggage weight shouldthen be distributed between the front and reartrunks.Vehicle Loading156 Model X Owner's Manual
Exterior DimensionsA Overall Length 198.3 in 5,035.6 mmBOverall Width (includingmirrors)Overall Width (includingfolded mirrorsOverall Width (excludingmirrors)89.4 in81.6 in78.7 in2,271 mm2,073 mm1,999 mmC Overall Height 66.3 in 1,684 mmD Wheel Base 116.7 in 2,965 mmE Overhang - Front 38.3 in 973.6 mmF Overhang - Rear 43.2 in 1097.7 mmG Ground ClearanceStandard, with skisStandard, without skisVery high, with skisVery high, without skis6.7 in7.2 in8.3 in8.8 in171 mm183 mm211 mm223 mmHTrack - FrontTrack - Rear67.1 in66.9 in1,704.5 mm1,710 mmDimensions and WeightsSpecifications 157
Interior DimensionsHead Room FrontRearThird41.7 in40.7 in37.8 in1,059 mm1,034 mm960 mmLeg Room FrontRearThird41.2 in38.4 in32.7 in1,046 mm975 mm831 mmShoulder Room FrontRearThird60.7 in56.8 in40 in1,542 mm1,443 mm1,016 mmHip Room FrontRear55.6 in59 in1,397 mm1,499 mmWeightsCurb Weight* - 90D 5,502 lbs 2,496 kgCurb Weight* - P90D 5,525 lbs 2,506 kgGVWR** - 90D 6,660 lbs 3,021 kgGVWR** - P90D 6,682 lbs 3,031 kgGross Vehicle Weight Distribution -20" wheelsFront: 2,917 lbsRear: 3,743 lbsFront: 1,323 kgRear: 1,698 kgGross Vehicle Weight Distribution -22" wheelsFront: 2,873 lbsRear: 3,810 lbsFront: 1,32=03 kgRear: 1,728 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front 3,241 lbs 1,470 kgGross Axle Weight Rating- Front(Performance Plus models) 3,241 lbs 1,470 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear: 20"wheels 4,674 lbs 2,120 kgGross Axle Weight Rating - Rear: 22"wheels 4,189 lbs 1,900 kgTrailer Towing*** - 90D 5,000 lbs 2,268 kgTrailer Towing*** - P90D 3,500 lbs 1,588 kg*Curb Weight = weight of the vehicle with correct fluid levels, no occupants and no cargo**GVWR = Gross Vehicle Weight Rating***Trailer Towing = 5000 lbs. tow capacity for 20” wheels only and 3,500 lbs. tow capacity for22” wheels for both small/small and small/large.Dimensions and Weights158 Model X Owner's Manual
MotorType AC induction motor, liquid-cooled, withvariable frequency driveRating 320 VoltsMaximum speed of large motors (rear motor onP90D18700 rpmMaximum speed of small motors (front and rearmotor on 90D)18200 rpm*Tested in accordance with ECE R85TransmissionType Single speed fixed gearOverall Final Drive Ratio Small motor: 9.34:1Large motor: 9.73:1Reverse Gear Reverse direction of motor, limited to 15mph (24 km/h)SteeringType Rack and pinion with electronic powersteeringVariable ratio and speed sensitiveNumber of turns lock to lock 2.45Turning Circle (curb to curb) 11.3 metres (37 feet)SubsystemsSpecifications 159
BrakesType4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)with Electronic Brake Force Distribution,Integrated Advanced Stability Control andElectronic Accelerator pedal actuatedregenerative braking systemCalipers Four piston fixedRotor Diameters (ventilated) Front: 13.98”/355 mmRear: 14.37”/365 mmFront Rotor thickness New: 1.26”/32 mmService limit: 1.18”/30 mmRear Rotor thickness New: 1.10”/28 mmService limit: 1.02”/26 mmFront Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate) New: 0.354”/9.0 mmService limit: 0.078”/2 mmRear Brake Pad Thickness (excluding back plate) New: 0.315”/8.0 mmService limit: 0.078”/2 mmElectronic Parking Brake (EPB) Pad Thickness(excluding back plate). Electronic calipers self-adjust for pad wear.New: 0.216”/5.5 mmService limit: 0.039”/1 mmParking brake Electrically actuated parking brakecalipersSuspensionFront Independent, double wishbone, air spring,sway barRear Independent, multi-link, air spring, swaybarBattery - 12VType Liquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion)Rating 70 or 90 kWh (at beginning of life)Voltage and Polarity 366V DC isolated (-) groundSubsystems160 Model X Owner's Manual
Battery - High VoltageType Liquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion)Rating 70, 85 or 90 kWh (at beginning of life)Nominal Voltage - 85 and 90 kWhNominal Voltage - 40, 60, and 70 kWh346 V DC302 V DCTemperature Range Do not expose Model X to ambienttemperatures above 140° F (60° C) orbelow -22° F (-30° C) for more than 24hours at a time.SubsystemsSpecifications 161
Wheel SpecificationsWheel Type Size Oset20" - All SeasonFrontRear9.0J x 20 1.378"35 mm9.5J x 20 1.575"40 mm20" - SummerFrontRear9.0J x 20 1.378"35 mm10.0J x 20 1.575"40 mm22" - SummerFrontRear9.0J x 22 1.378"35 mm10.0J x 22 1.575"40 mmTire SpecificationsTire Type Size20" - All SeasonFrontRearP265/45R20P275/45R2020" - SummerFrontRearP255/45R20P275/45R2022" - SummerFrontRearP265/35R22P285/35R22Note: Tire width may vary depending on date of manufacture.Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted. Refer to the tire pressures printed onthe Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the driver’s door pillar and isvisible when the driver’s door is open (see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 135).Winter tires can be purchased from a Tesla store.Wheels and Tires162 Model X Owner's Manual
Understanding Tire MarkingsLaws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire. It also providesthe tire identification number (TIN) for certification of safety standards, and in case of a recall.Wheels and TiresSpecifications 163
1 Tire category. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles.2 Tire width. This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewalledge to sidewall edge.3 Aspect ratio. This 2-digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the treadwidth. So, if the tread width is 205 mm, and the aspect ratio is 50, the sidewall height is102 mm.4 Tire construction. R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction.5 Wheel diameter. This 2-digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches.6 Load index. This 2 or 3-digit number is the weight each tire can support. This number isnot always shown.7 Speed rating. When stated, indicates the maximum speed (in mph) at which the tirecan be used for extended periods. Q=99 mph (160 km/h), R=106 mph (170 km/h),S=112 mph (180 km/h), T=118 mph (190 km/h), U=124 mph (200 km/h), H=130 mph(210 km/h), V=149 mph (240 km/h), W=168 mph (270 km/h), Y=186 mph (300 km/h).8 Tire composition and materials. The number of plies in both the tread area and thesidewall area indicates how many layers of rubber coated material make up thestructure of the tire. Information is also provided on the type of materials used.9 Maximum tire load. The maximum load which can be carried by the tire.10 Maximum permissible inflation pressure. This pressure should not be used for normaldriving.11 U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN). Begins with the letters DOT and indicatesthat the tire meets all federal standards. The next 2 digits/letters represent the plantcode where it was manufactured, and the last 4 digits represent the week and year ofmanufacture. For example, the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012.The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer’s discretion. Thisinformation can be used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.12 Treadwear grade. This number indicates the tire’s wear rate. The higher the treadwearnumber is, the longer it should take for the tread to wear down. A tire rated at 400, forexample, lasts twice as long as a tire rated at 200.13 Traction grade. Indicates a tire’s ability to stop on wet roads. A higher graded tireshould allow you to stop your vehicle in a shorter distance than a tire with a lowergrade. Traction is graded from highest to lowest as AA, A, B, and C.14 Temperature grade. The tire’s resistance to heat is grade A, B, or C, with A indicatingthe greatest resistance. This grading is provided for a correctly inflated tire, which isbeing used within its speed and loading limits.Wheels and Tires164 Model X Owner's Manual
Uniform Tire Quality GradingThe following information relates to the tiregrading system developed by the NationalHighway Trac Safety Administration(NHTSA), which grades tires by tread wear,traction and temperature performance. Tiresthat have deep tread, and winter tires, areexempt from these marking requirements.Where applicable, quality grades are found onthe tire’s sidewall between the tread shoulderand maximum section width. For example:• TREADWEAR 180• TRACTION AA• TEMPERATURE AThe quality grades are described next.Note: In addition to the marking requirements,passenger car tires must conform to FederalSafety Requirements.TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative ratingbased on the wear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course.For example, a tire graded 150 wears one anda half times better on a government testcourse than a tire graded 100. The relativeperformance of tires depends on the actualconditions of their use, however, and candepart significantly from the norm due tovariations in driving habits, service practices,road characteristics, and climate.TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest,are: AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent atire’s ability to stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlled conditions on testsurfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C might have poor tractionperformance.Warning: Defective tires are dangerous.Do not drive if a tire is damaged,excessively worn, or is inflated to anincorrect pressure. The safety of thevehicle and occupants can be adverselyaected. Check tires regularly for wearand to ensure there are no cuts, bulges orexposure of the ply/cord structure.Warning: The traction grade assigned tothe tire is based on straight-aheadbraking tests, and does not include:acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning orpeak traction characteristics.TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B,and C, representing the tire’s resistance to thegeneration of heat and its ability to dissipateheat when tested under controlled conditionson a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.Sustained high temperature can cause the tireto degenerate and reduce tire life, andexcessive temperature can lead to sudden tirefailure.The grade C corresponds to the minimumlevel of performance that all passenger cartires must meet under the Federal MotorSafety Standard No. 109. Grades B and Arepresent levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel that exceed theminimum requirements.Warning: A tire’s temperature grade isestablished for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, under-inflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or incombination, can cause heat buildup andpossible tire failure.Wheels and TiresSpecifications 165
Wheels and Tires GlossaryAccessory Weight The combined weight (in excess of those items replaced) ofitems available as factory installed equipment.Bead The inner edge of a tire that is shaped to fit to the rim and forman air tight seal. The bead is constructed of steel wires whichare wrapped, or reinforced, by the ply cords.Cold Tire Pressure The air pressure in a tire that has been standing in excess ofthree hours, or driven for less than one mile.Curb Weight The weight of a standard vehicle, including any optionalequipment fitted, and with the correct fluid levels.Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum permissible weight of a vehicle with driver,passengers, load, luggage, and equipment.kPa (kilo pascal) A metric unit used to measure pressure. One kilo pascal equalsapproximately 0.145 psi.Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum pressure to which the tire should be inflated.This pressure is given on the tire side wall in psi (lbf/in).Caution: This pressure marked on the tire is the maximumallowed by the tire manufacturer. It is not the pressureTesla recommends using for Model X.Maximum Loaded VehicleWeightThe sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacityweight, and production options weight.Production Options Weight The combined weight of options installed which weigh inexcess of 3 lb more than the standard items that they replaced,and are not already considered in curb or accessory weights.PSI (lbf/in) Pounds per square inch (the unit used to measure tirepressure).Recommended Tire InflationPressureTire inflation pressure, established by Tesla, which is based onthe type of tires that are mounted on the vehicle at the factory.This information can be found on the Tire and LoadingInformation label located on the door pillar.Rim The metal support for a tire, or tire and tube, upon which thetire beads are seated.Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of seats multiplied by 150 lbs plus the ratedamount of load/luggage.Wheels and Tires166 Model X Owner's Manual
Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for the duration ofyour warranty period.To contact Roadside Assistance, call:1-877-79TESLA (1-877-798-3752)Advise the representative of the vehicle identification number (VIN), license plate number,mileage, your location, and the nature of the problem. The VIN is on the upper dashboard on thedriver’s side of your vehicle and is visible through the windshield.Roadside Assistance covers transportation of Model X for up to 50 miles (80 kms) in the event ofa flat tire. However, owners are responsible for transportation expenses if the Battery is over-discharged. For a complete description of the terms and conditions of the Tesla RoadsideAssistance Program, refer to the policy that was provided to you by Tesla when you purchasedModel X.It is your responsibility to provide vehicle transporters with instructions on how to transportModel X (see Instructions for Transporters on page 168).Contacting Roadside AssistanceRoadside Assistance 167
Use a Flatbed OnlyUse a flatbed trailer only, unless otherwisespecified by Tesla. Do not transport Model Xwith the tires directly on the ground.Caution: Damage caused by transportingis not covered by the warranty.Caution: To transport Model X, follow theinstructions exactly as described next.Disable Self-Leveling (airsuspension vehicles only)If Model X is equipped with Smart AirSuspension, it automatically self-levels, evenwhen power is o. To prevent damage, youmust activate Jack mode to disable self-leveling:1. Touch Controls > Suspension on thetouchscreen.2. Press the brake pedal, then touch VeryHigh to maximize height.3. Touch Jack.When Jack mode is active,Model X displays this indicatorlight on the instrument panel,along with a message telling youthat active suspension isdisabled.Note: Jack mode cancels when Model X isdriven over 4.5 mph (7 km/h).Warning: Failure to activate Jack mode ona Model X equipped with Smart AirSuspension can result in the vehiclebecoming loose during transport, whichmay cause significant damage.Activate Tow ModeModel X may automatically shift into Parkwhen it detects the driver leaving the vehicle,even if it has previously been shifted intoNeutral. To keep Model X in Neutral (whichdisengages the parking brake), you must usethe touchscreen to activate Tow mode:1. Shift into Park.2. Press the brake pedal, then on thetouchscreen, touch Controls > Settings >Service & Reset > Tow Mode.When Tow mode is active, Model Xdisplays this indicator light on theinstrument panel, along with amessage telling you that Model X isfree-rolling.Note: Tow mode cancels when Model X isshifted into Park.Caution: If the electrical system is notworking, and you therefore cannot releasethe electric parking brake, attempt toquick start the 12V battery. Forinstructions, call Tesla. If a situationoccurs where you cannot disengage theparking brake, use tire skids or transportModel X for the shortest possible distanceusing wheeled dollies. Before doing so,always check the dolly manufacturer’sspecifications and recommended loadcapacity.Instructions for Transporters168 Model X Owner's Manual
Connect the Towing EyeThe method used to connect the winch cabledepends on whether Model X is equipped witha towing eye (located in the front trunk).If not equipped with a towing eye:1. Attach the tow straps to the large hole oneach of the rearmost lower suspensionarms underneath the front of the vehicle.2. To protect the underbody from anydamage that could be caused by the towstraps, place a 2" x 4" piece of woodbetween the tow straps and theunderbody.Caution: Before pulling, position the woodbetween the tow strap and theunderbody to ensure the underbody isprotected from any damage that could becaused by the tow strap.If equipped with a towing eye:1. Locate the towing eye in the front trunk.2. Remove the tow hook cover. To do so,insert a small flat screwdriver into the slotlocated along the top of the cover, thenpry gently to release the cover from thetop snap.3. Insert the towing eye.Fully insert the towing eye into theopening on the right side, then turn itcounter-clockwise until securely fastened.4. Attach the winch cable to the towing eye.Caution: Before pulling, make sure thetowing eye is securely tightened.Instructions for TransportersRoadside Assistance 169
Pull Onto the Trailer and Secure theWheelsSecure wheels using the eight-point tie-downmethod with basket straps or tie-down straps:• Ensure any metal parts on the tie-downstraps do not contact painted surfaces orthe face of the wheels.• Do not place tie-down straps over bodypanels or through the wheels.Caution: Attaching tie-down straps to thechassis, suspension or other parts of thevehicle's body may cause damage.Caution: To prevent damage, do nottransport Model X with the tires directlyon the ground.Instructions for Transporters170 Model X Owner's Manual
IllustrationsIllustrations are provided for demonstrationpurposes only. Depending on vehicle options,software version, region of purchase, andspecific vehicle settings, your Model X mayappear slightly dierent.Although the owner information is applicableto both right-hand drive and left-hand drivevehicles, many illustrations show only left-hand drive vehicles. However, the essentialinformation that the illustrations are providingis correct.Errors or InaccuraciesAll specifications and descriptions are knownto be accurate at time of publishing. However,because continuous improvement is a goal atTesla, we reserve the right to make productmodifications at any time. To communicateany inaccuracies or omissions, or to providegeneral feedback or suggestions regarding thequality of this owner information, send anemail to:ownersmanualfeedback@teslamotors.comLocation of ComponentsThe owner information may specify thelocation of a component as being on the leftor right side of the vehicle. As shown here, left(1) and right (2) represent the side of thevehicle when sitting inside Model X in a front-facing seat.Document ApplicabilityOwner information is updated on a regularbasis to reflect updates to your Model X.However, in some cases, recently releasedfeatures may not be described. To displayinformation about recently released features,view the Release Notes on the Model Xtouchscreen. Release Notes are displayed onthe touchscreen after a software update, andcan be displayed at any time by touching theTesla "T" at the top center of the touchscreen,then touching the Release Notes link. Ifinformation related to how to use the Model Xtouchscreen conflicts with information in theRelease Notes, the Release Notes takeprecedence.About this Owner InformationConsumer Information 171
Copyrights and TrademarksAll information in this document and allModel X® software is subject to copyright andother intellectual property rights of TeslaMotors, Inc. and its licensors. This materialmay not be modified, reproduced or copied, inwhole or in part, without the prior writtenpermission of Tesla Motors, Inc. and itslicensors. Additional information is availableupon request. Tesla uses software created bythe Open Source community. Please visitTesla’s Open Source software website at http://www.teslamotors.com/opensource. Thefollowing are trademarks or registeredtrademarks of Tesla Motors, Inc. in the UnitedStates and other countries:All other trademarks contained in thisdocument are the property of their respectiveowners and their use herein does not implysponsorship or endorsement of their productsor services. The unauthorized use of anytrademark displayed in this document or onthe vehicle is strictly prohibited.About this Owner Information172 Model X Owner's Manual
Vehicle Telematics/Data RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with electronic modules that monitor and record data from variousvehicle systems, including the motor, Battery, braking and electrical systems. The electronicmodules record information about various driving and vehicle conditions, including braking,acceleration, trip and other related information regarding your vehicle. These modules also recordinformation about the vehicle’s features such as charging events and status, the enabling/disabling of various systems, diagnostic trouble codes, VIN, speed, direction and location.The data is stored by the vehicle and may be accessed, used and stored by Tesla servicetechnicians during vehicle servicing or periodically transmitted to Tesla wirelessly through thevehicle’s telematics system. This data may be used by Tesla for various purposes, including, butnot limited to: providing you with Tesla telematics services; troubleshooting; evaluation of yourvehicle’s quality, functionality and performance; analysis and research by Tesla and its partners forthe improvement and design of our vehicles and systems; and as otherwise may be required bylaw. In servicing your vehicle, we can potentially resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing yourvehicle’s data log.Tesla’s telematics system wirelessly transmits vehicle information to Tesla on a periodic basis. Thedata is used as described above and helps ensure the proper maintenance of your vehicle.Additional Model X features may use your vehicle’s telematics system and the informationprovided, including features such as charging reminders, software updates, and remote access to,and control of, various systems of your vehicle.Tesla does not disclose the data recorded in your vehicle to any third party except when:• An agreement or consent from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing company for a leasedvehicle) is obtained.•Ocially requested by the police or other authorities.• Used as a defense for Tesla in a lawsuit.• Ordered by a court of law.• Used for research purposes without disclosing details of the vehicle owner or identificationinformation.• Disclosed to a Tesla aliated company, including their successors or assigns, or ourinformation systems and data management providers.In addition, Tesla does not disclose the data recorded to an owner unless it pertains to a non-warranty repair service and in this case, will disclose only the data that is related to the repair.Quality ControlYou might notice a few miles/km on the odometer when you take delivery of your Model X. This isa result of a comprehensive testing process that ensures the quality of your Model X.The testing process includes extensive inspections during and after production. The finalinspection takes place at Tesla Motors and includes a road test conducted by a technician.California Proposition 65Warning: Certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certainfluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emitchemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm.Warning: Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners may contain Perchlorate Material. Special handling may be required for service orvehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.DisclaimersConsumer Information 173
Contacting TeslaFor detailed information about your Model X,go to www.teslamotors.com, click theMY TESLA link, then enter your logincredentials (or sign up to get thesecredentials).If you have any questions or concerns aboutyour Model X, call 1-877-79TESLA(1-877‑798-3752).Note: You can also use voice commands toprovide feedback to Tesla. Say "Note","Report", "Bug note", or "Bug report" followedby your brief comments. Model X takes asnapshot of its systems, including screencaptures of the touchscreen and instrumentpanel. Tesla periodically reviews these notesand uses them to continue improving Model X.For details, see the owner's manual topiccalled Using Voice Commands on page 36.Reporting Safety Defects - USIf you believe that Model X has a defect whichcould cause a crash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediately inform theNational Highway Trac SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition tonotifying Tesla Motors.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it mayopen an investigation. If it finds that a safetydefect exists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a recall and remedy campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involved in individualproblems between you, your dealer, or TeslaMotors.To contact NHTSA, you may call the VehicleSafety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,National Highway Trac Safety, 1200 NewJersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.You can also obtain other information aboutmotor vehicle safety from www.safercar.gov.Reporting Safety Defects - CanadaIf you believe that your Model X has a defectwhich could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediately informTransport Canada, in addition to notifyingTesla. To contact Transport Canada, call theirtoll-free number: 1-800-333-0510.Reporting Safety Defects174 Model X Owner's Manual
Key and Passive Unlocking SystemFCC CertificationModelNumberMfr GHz TestedForTeslaMotors2.4 USACanadaPer FCC ID 2AEIM-1048598, the devices listedabove comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by Tesla could void the user'sauthority to operate the equipment.IC CertificationThe following device is used in vehicles inCanada:• Keyfob Model Number: 1048598 (2.4 GHz)• Keyfob Manufacturer: Tesla MotorsPer IC 20098-1048598, this device complieswith Industry Canada licence-exempt RSSstandard(s). Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Central Body ControllerFCC CertificationModelNumberMfr MHz /GHzTestedForCentral BodyControllerTeslaMotors315 /2.4 USACanadaPer FCC ID 2AEIM-1031503, the devices listedabove comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by Tesla could void the user'sauthority to operate the equipment.IC CertificationThe following device is used in vehicles inCanada:• Central Body Controller Model Number:1031503 (315 MHz / 2.4 GHz)• Central Body Controller Manufacturer:Tesla MotorsPer IC 20098-1031503, this device complieswith Industry Canada licence-exempt RSSstandard(s). Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC IDs: TZSTPMS201, Z9F-201FS43XIC ID: 11852A-201FS4XThe tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by Tesla could void the user'sauthority to operate the equipment.Declarations of ConformityConsumer Information 175KeyfobKeyfobCentral Body Controller (315 MHz / 2.4 GHz)(2.4 GHz)Central Body Controller
HomeLinkThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCrules and IC-RSS-210 Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the followingconditions:• This device may not cause harmfulinterference.• This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Any changes or modifications to the devicenot expressly approved by the manufactureror Tesla Motors could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.Radio Frequency InformationThis equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment o and on, the useris encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the followingmeasures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between theequipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit dierent from that to which thereceiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.Declarations of Conformity176 Model X Owner's Manual
AABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 52Acceleration (dual motor) 96access panel, removing 148accessoriesinstalling 152plugging into power socket 113adaptive headlights 49air circulation 104air conditioning 103air distribution 104air filter 107air suspension 109air vents 107airbags 30alarm 121all-season tires 137always connected, setting 59anti-lock braking (ABS) 52audioplaying files 110steering wheel buttons 35volume control 110Auto High Beam 49Auto Lane Change 81auto-raising suspension 108Autopark 83Autopilot 71Autosteer 79Bbackup camera 61battery (12V)complete discharge 129specifications 160Battery (high voltage)care of 129coolant 148specifications 161temperature limits 129battery (key), replacing 5blind spot warning 85Bluetoothdevices, playing audio files from 112general information 114phone, pairing and using 114body repairs 152body touch up 146brake fluid replacement 134brakesautomatic in emergencies 87fluid level 149overview of 52specifications 160brightness of displays 99Ccabin temperature control 103calendar 119California Proposition 65 173camera (rear view) 61car cover 146car washes 144Cargo Mode 19cargo space, maximizing 19carpets, cleaning 145CE certifications 175CHAdeMO 128chains 138change of ownership 102charge port 130charge port light 131chargingcharge settings 132components and equipment 127instructions 130public charging stations 128scheduling 132status of 133child protectiondisabling liftgate and rear door handles 8disabling rear window switches 10child seatscleaning 145installing and using 23cleaning 144climate controls 103climate ionizer 99clock 35Cold Weather controls 96collision avoidance assist 87console12V power socket 113cup holders 16USB ports 113contact informationroadside assistance 167Tesla 174coolantBattery, checking level of 148Battery, replacement interval 134copyrights 171, 172cornering lights 50Creep 96cruise control 74cup holders 16curb lights 50customizing 99Ddashboard overview 2data recording 173IndexIndex 177
day mode 99declarations of conformity 175delivery mileage 173devicesBluetooth, playing audio files 112connecting 113playing audio files from 112dimensions 157display brightness 99dome (map) lights 46door labels 154doors 4doors, opening 4Drive gear 40drive-away locking 9driverprofiles 34seat adjustment 17driver assistanceAuto Lane Change 81Autopark 83Autosteer 79blind spot warning 85collision avoidance assist 87forward collision warning 87overtake acceleration 74overview 71settings for 99side collision avoidance 87side collision warning 85staying inside lane markings 85Trac-Aware Cruise Control 74drivingseating position 17starting 39tips to maximize range 59Eelectric parking brake 53emergency flashers 50emission label 153energygained from regenerative braking 53range information 41, 44tips to minimize usage of 59energy & charging setting 99energy app 59energy saving mode 59Erase & Reset 102event data recording 173exteriorcar cover 146cleaning 144dimensions 157lights 46overview 3polishing, touch up, & repair 146Ffactory defaults, restoring 102factory reset 102fan speed, interior 104favorites, adding and removing 112FCC certifications 175features, downloading new 125firmware (software) updates 125flash drives, playing audio files from 112flashers, warning 50flat tire repair 140floor mats 146fluidsreplacement intervals 134reservoirs, checking 148fog lights 46forward collision warning 87front passenger detection 32front trunk 13fusesremoving access panel 148Ggarage doors, opening 122gates, opening 122GAWR 155gears 40glove box 15Gross Axle Weight Rating 155Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 155ground clearance 157, 158GVWR 155Hhazard warning flashers 50head restraints 19headlightsadaptive 49after exit 49cornering lights 50curb lights 50high beams 49heated wipers 51heating 103height adjustments (suspension)auto-raising 108automatic and manual settings 109disabling (Jack mode) 109high beam headlights 49high voltageBattery specifications 161components 127safety 134hills, stopping on 57Index178 Model X Owner's Manual
HomeLinkFCC certification 176programming and using 122hood 13horn 37IIC certifications 175Ideal range 99identification labels 153Insane setting (dual motor) 96instrument panelcharging status 133cleaning 145overview of 41, 44interiorcleaning 145dimensions 158lights 46overview 2temperature control 103Internet radio 111intrusion detection 121ionizer 99JJ1772 128Jack mode 109jacking 151KkeyFCC and IC certifications 175how to use 4key not inside 39ordering extras 6replacing battery 5keyless entry 4LlabelTire and Loading Information 154vehicle certification 155lane assist 85lane change flash 50lane change, automatic 81lane departure warning 85language setting 99LATCH child seats, installing 26liftgateadjust opening height 11liftgate (continued)opening 11lifting 151lightsadaptive headlights 49cornering lights 50hazard warning 50headlights after exit 49turn signals 50load limits 154location-based suspension 108locking and unlocking doors 4lumbar support 17Mmaintenancebrake fluid, checking 149cleaning 144daily and monthly checks 134fluid replacement intervals 134panel, removing 148replacing wipers 147service intervals 134tires 135washer fluid, topping up 149maps 116mats 146media 110mileage upon delivery 173mirrors 38mobile app 126Mobile Connectordescription 128using 130modifications 152motor specifications 159Nnaming 102navigation 116NCC certifications 175Neutral gear 40NHTSA, contacting 174night mode 99nose cone, removing 169Ooccupancy sensor 32odometerresetting trip odometer 58outside temperature 35overhang dimensions 157overtake acceleration 74IndexIndex 179
Owner Information, about 171, 172PPark Assist 55Park gear 40parking brake 53parking, automatic 83parts replacement 152passenger detection 32passenger front airbag 32personal data, erasing 102phonesteering wheel controls for 36using 114PIN 34power management 59power socket 113power windows 10powering on and o 39Preconditioning 99preferences, setting 99Proposition 65 173public charging stations 128Rradar 71radio 110Radio Frequency information 175radio frequency, FCC information 176rain sensor 51rangedisplayed on instrument panel 41, 44driving tips to maximize 59regenerative braking 53range assurance 59range mode 59Range Mode 96Rated range 99rear seats, accessing 18rear seats, folding and raising 19rear view camera 61rear window switches, disabling 10regenerative braking 53region format 99release notes 125Reverse gear 40roadside assistance 167rotating tires 136route overview 116Ssafety defectsreporting (Canada) 174safety defects (continued)reporting (U.S.) 174safety defects, reporting 174safety informationairbags 33child seats 28seat belts 22seat beltscleaning 145in a collision 22overview of 21pre-tensioners 22wearing when pregnant 21seat covers 20seat heaters 103seating capacity 154seatsadjusting 17heaters 103seats, second row 18security settings 121sensors 71service data recording 173service intervals 134Settings 99Settings, erasing 102shifting gears 40side collision avoidance 87side collision warning 85Slacker 111slip start 54Smart Preconditioning 99software reset 102software updates 125specificationsdimensions 157exterior 157interior 158motor 159subsystems 159tires 162weights 158wheels 162spoiler 62stability control 54starting 39steering specifications 159steering wheel 35steering, automatic 79summer tires 137suspension 109suspension specifications 160Ttelematics 173telephonesteering wheel controls for 36Index180 Model X Owner's Manual
telephone (continued)using 114temperatureBattery (high voltage), limits 129cabin, controls for 103outside 35, 41tires 165tie-down straps 170tilt detection 121Tire and Loading Information label 154tire noise 138Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFCC certification 175overview of 138tire pressures, checking 135tire pressures, when towing 63tire repair kitinflating with air only 142inflating with sealant 141replacing the sealant canister 143tiresall-season 137balancing 136chains 138industry glossary of terms 166inspecting and maintaining 136pressures, how to check 135quality grading 165replacing 137replacing a tire sensor 139rotation 136specification 162summer 137temperature grades 165tire markings 163tire sealant 140traction grade 165treadwear grade 165winter 138torque specifications 159touch up body 146touchscreenclean mode 145cleaning 145Controls 96overview 92Settings 99software updates 125Tow mode 168towing 168towing a trailer 63towing eye, locating 169towing instructions 168Towing Label 154Towing Mode 63TPMSFCC certification 175overview of 138traction control 54trademarks 171, 172trac alerts 112Trac-Aware Cruise Control 74trailer, towing 63transmission specifications 159Transport Canada, contacting 174transporting 168trip chart 59trip information 58trip overview 116trip planner 116trunk, front 13trunk, rearchild protection lock 8disabling interior handle 8TuneIn 111turn signals 50Uultrasonic sensors 71uniform tire quality grading 165Units & Format 99unlockingtrunk, front 13trunk, rear 11unlocking and locking doors 4unlocking when key doesn't work 9USB devicesconnecting 113playing audio files from 112USB ports 113VValet Mode 34vehicle certification label 155Vehicle Hold 57Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 153vehicle loading 154ventilation 107VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) 153volume control 92volume control (media) 110Wwalk-away locking 9Wall Connector 128warning flashers 50washer fluid, topping up 149washers, using 51weight specifications 158wheel chocks 170wheelsalignment 136replacing 137IndexIndex 181
wheels (continued)specifications 162Wi-Fi, connecting to 124windshield washer fluid, topping up 149winter tires 138wipers and washers 51wipers, de-icing 51wipers, replacing 147XXM radio 110Index182 Model X Owner's Manual

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