NOTE: When Model 3 is in Track Mode (see Track Mode on page 115), Roll is automatically enabled, regardless of
your chosen setting. When no longer in Track Mode, Model 3 reverts to your chosen setting.
WARNING: Press the brake pedal if Model 3 moves when unsafe to do so. It is your responsibility to stay alert
and be in control of the vehicle at all times. Failure to do so can result in serious damage, injury, or death.
WARNING: Do not rely on regenerative braking and your chosen Stopping Mode to keep you and your vehicle
safe. Various factors such as driving with a heavy vehicle load, on a steep hill, or on wet or icy roads affect
deceleration rate and the distance at which Model 3 will come to a stop. Drive attentively and always stay
prepared to use the brake pedal to stop as appropriate based on traffic and road conditions.
WARNING: Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking do not operate when driving at very
low speeds (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 162). Do not rely on these features to warn you, or to
prevent or reduce the impact of a collision.
Parking Brake
To engage the parking brake, touch Controls > Safety > Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen instructions. You can
also engage the parking brake by pressing and holding the button on the end of the drive stalk while in Park.

Use the touchscreen to manually release the parking brake (which also shifts Model 3 into Neutral):
1. Touch Controls > Safety.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Parking Brake. If Model 3 was previously in Park, it shifts into Neutral.
When you manually apply the parking brake using the touchscreen, or by pressing and holding the
button on the end of the drive stalk when in Park, the red parking brake indicator lights up on the
touchscreen.

If the parking brake experiences an electrical issue, the amber parking brake indicator lights up and a
fault message displays on the touchscreen.

NOTE: The parking brake operates on the rear wheels only, and is independent of the pedal-operated brake system.
CAUTION: In the unlikely event that Model 3 loses electrical power, you cannot access the touchscreen and are
therefore unable to release the parking brake without first jump starting (see Jump Starting on page 298).

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WARNING: In snowy or icy conditions the rear wheels may not have sufficient traction to prevent Model 3 from
sliding down a slope, particularly if not using winter tires. Avoid parking on hills in snowy or icy conditions. You
are always responsible for parking safely.
WARNING: Your Model 3 may display an alert if the road is too steep to safely park on, or if the parking brakes
are not properly engaged. These alerts are for guidance purposes only and are not a substitute for the driver’s
judgment of safe parking conditions, including specific road or weather conditions. Do not depend on these
alerts to determine whether or not it is safe to park at any location. You are always responsible for parking
safely.
Brake Wear
Model 3 brake pads are equipped with wear indicators. A wear indicator is a thin metal strip attached to the brake
pad that squeals as it rubs against the rotor when the pad wears down. This squealing sound indicates that the brake
pads have reached the end of their service life and require replacement. To replace the brake pads, contact Tesla
Service.
Brakes must be periodically inspected visually by removing the tire and wheel. For detailed specifications and
service limits for rotors and brake pads, see Subsystems on page 283. Additionally, Tesla recommends cleaning and
lubricating the brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during
winter months.
WARNING: Neglecting to replace worn brake pads damages the braking system and can result in a braking
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Cruise Control
Cruise control makes it easy to maintain a consistent driving speed. Cruise control is primarily intended for driving
on dry, straight roads, such as highways. It should not be used on city streets and in heavy traffic.
Operating Cruise Control
WARNING: Do not use cruise control on winding or slippery road surfaces, or when traffic conditions make it
unsafe to drive at a consistent speed.
1. Accelerate manually until you reach your desired cruising speed.
NOTE: Cruise control will not activate below 18 mph (29 km/h).
2. Move the drive stalk fully down then release.

Cruise control is now active.
The touchscreen displays a gray speedometer icon to show your set speed.

You can manually accelerate past the set speed at any time when cruise control is active. However, when you release
the accelerator, Model 3 slows down to the set speed.
WARNING: Driving downhill can increase driving speed, causing Model 3 to exceed your cruising speed.
Changing the Cruising Speed
To change the set speed, roll the right scroll wheel up (to increase) or down (to decrease) until your desired set
speed is displayed. Slowly rolling the scroll wheel changes the set speed in 1 mph (1 km/h) increments and quickly
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You can also use the touchscreen to change the set speed by touching the plus (+) or minus (-) next to the displayed
set speed. A quick tap changes the set speed by 1 mph (1 km/h) and a press and hold changes the set speed to the
closest 5 mph (5 km/h) increment. To increase/decrease to the next increment, you must release the plus (+) or
minus (-) then press it again.
NOTE: It may take a few seconds for Model 3 to reach the new set speed.
Canceling Cruise Control
To cancel cruise control:
• Press the brake pedal.
• Shift the drive stalk up.
NOTE: When cruise control cancels, Model 3 does not coast. Instead, regenerative braking slows down Model 3 in the
same way as when you move your foot off the accelerator when driving without cruise control (see Regenerative
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Park Assist
How Park Assist Works
This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles
manufactured as of approximately October 2022.
Model 3 is designed to detect the presence of objects. When driving slowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when
parking), the vehicle alerts you if an object is detected in close proximity of your Model 3. Objects are only detected
in your chosen direction; front objects in Drive, rear objects in Reverse.
WARNING: You may not be alerted if Model 3 rolls freely in the opposite direction (for example, Park Assist
does not display an alert if Model 3 rolls backwards down a hill while in Drive).
Park Assist is activated when driving slower than 5 mph (8 km/h).
WARNING: Never depend on Park Assist to inform you if an area you are approaching is free of objects and/or
people. Several external factors can reduce the performance of Park Assist, causing either no readings or false
readings (see Limitations and False Warnings on page 110). Therefore, depending on Park Assist to determine if
Model 3 is approaching an obstruction can result in damage to the vehicle and/or objects, and can potentially
cause serious injury. Always inspect the area with your own eyes. When reversing, perform shoulder checks
and use all mirrors. Park assist does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects that are
moving, protruding, located too far above or below the sensors (if equipped) or cameras, or too close or too
far from the sensors or cameras. Park Assist is for guidance purposes only and is not intended to replace your
own direct visual checks. It is not a substitute for careful driving.
Visual and Audio Feedback
When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist view displays on the touchscreen, showing objects that are in close
proximity to the front and rear of Model 3. This view closes when you shift into Drive unless an object is detected
close to the front of Model 3, in which case the Park Assist view closes automatically when your driving speed
exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h). When reversing, visual feedback also displays on the touchscreen (see Rear Facing
Camera(s) on page 121). You can manually close the park assist view on the touchscreen by touching the X.
When driving with the Camera app displayed on the touchscreen, you can switch to the Park Assist view when
driving at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h). Touch the button located in the upper left corner of the Camera app
screen. This is useful if you need assistance with parallel parking.
If chimes are turned on (see Controlling Audible Feedback on page 110), an audible beep sounds as you approach an
object.
NOTE: If Park Assist is unable to provide feedback, the touchscreen displays an alert message.
CAUTION: Keep sensors (if equipped) and cameras clean from dirt, debris, snow, and ice. Avoid using a high
pressure power washer on the sensors and cameras, and do not clean a sensor or camera with a sharp or
abrasive object that can scratch or damage its surface.
CAUTION: Do not install accessories or stickers on or near the sensors (if equipped) or cameras.
Controlling Audible Feedback
You can use Park Assist with or without audible feedback. To turn chimes on or off, touch Controls > Safety > Park
Assist Chimes.
Limitations and False Warnings
Park Assist may not function correctly in these situations:
• One or more of the sensors (if equipped) or cameras is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by mud, ice, or
snow, or by a vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.).
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CAUTION: Shorter objects that are detected (such as curbs or low barriers) can move into a blind spot.
Model 3 cannot alert you about an object while it is in a blind spot.
• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, or fog).
• The object is thin (such as a sign post).
• Park Assist’s operating range has been exceeded.
• The object is sound-absorbing or soft (such as powder snow).
• The object is sloped (such as a sloped embankment).
• Model 3 has been parked in, or being driven in, extremely hot or cold temperatures.
• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves.
• You are driving in a location where the sensors' (if equipped) waves are deflected away from the vehicle (such as
driving next to a wall or pillar).
• The object is located too close to the bumper.
• A bumper is misaligned or damaged.
• An object that is mounted to Model 3 is interfering with and/or obstructing Park Assist (such as a bike rack or
bumper sticker).
• Model 3 rolls freely in the opposite direction you selected (for example, Park Assist does not display an alert if
Model 3 rolls backwards down a hill while in Drive).
Other Parking Aids
In addition to Park Assist, when shifted into Reverse, the backup camera displays a view of the area behind Model 3
(see Rear Facing Camera(s) on page 121).

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Vehicle Hold
When Model 3 is stopped, Vehicle Hold can continue to apply the brakes even after you remove your foot from the
brake pedal.
Vehicle Hold will activate in two ways:
• When the vehicle's stopping mode is set to Hold: Vehicle Hold is automatically enabled any time the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
• When the vehicle's stopping mode is set to Creep or Roll: Vehicle Hold is enabled automatically anytime the
vehicle is at a standstill and the brake is pressed.
This indicator displays on the touchscreen whenever Vehicle Hold is actively braking Model 3.

To disengage Vehicle Hold, press the accelerator pedal or press and release the brake pedal.
NOTE: Shifting into Neutral also disengages Vehicle Hold.
NOTE: After actively braking Model 3 for approximately ten minutes, Model 3 shifts into Park and Vehicle Hold
cancels. Model 3 also shifts into Park if it detects that the driver has left the vehicle.

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Traction Control
How It Works
The traction control system constantly monitors the speed of the front and rear wheels. If Model 3 experiences a loss
of traction, the system minimizes wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power. By default, the traction
control system is on. Under normal conditions, it should remain on to ensure maximum safety.
This yellow indicator flashes on the touchscreen whenever the traction control system is actively
controlling brake pressure and motor power to minimize wheel spin. If the indicator stays on, a fault is
detected with the traction control system. Contact Tesla Service.

WARNING: Traction control cannot prevent collisions caused by driving dangerously or turning too sharply at
high speeds.
Allowing Wheel Slip

To allow the wheels to spin at a limited speed, you can enable Slip Start. Slip Start can be enabled at any speed,
however it is less effective at higher speeds.
Under normal conditions, Slip Start should not be enabled. Enable it only in circumstances where you deliberately
want the wheels to spin, such as:
• Starting on a loose surface, such as gravel or snow.
• Driving in deep snow, sand or mud.
• Rocking out of a hole or deep rut.
To allow the wheels to spin, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Slip Start.
The touchscreen displays an alert message when Slip Start is enabled.

Although Slip Start is automatically disabled the next time you start Model 3, it is strongly recommended that you
disable it immediately after the circumstances that required you to enable it have passed.
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Acceleration Modes
Touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Acceleration to adjust the amount of acceleration you experience when
driving Model 3:
• Chill: limits acceleration for a smooth and gentle ride.
NOTE: When Chill is selected, Chill displays on the touchscreen above the driving speed.
• Standard: provides the normal level of acceleration on non-Performance vehicles.
• Sport: provides the normal level of acceleration on Performance vehicles.
If your vehicle is equipped with a heat pump (to determine if your vehicle has a heat pump, touch Controls >
Software > Additional Vehicle Information), you can improve the efficiency of the cabin heating by reducing your
selected acceleration mode. This allows the heat pump system to take more heat from the Battery to efficiently heat
the cabin, instead of maintaining the Battery's ability to provide peak acceleration performance. This helps to
maximize driving efficiency in colder weather. Note that when subsequently increasing the acceleration mode, the
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Track Mode
Track Mode, available only on Performance Model 3 vehicles, is designed to modify the stability control, traction
control, regenerative braking, and cooling systems to increase performance and handling while driving on closed
circuit courses. Track Mode improves cornering ability by intelligently using the motors, and regenerative and
traditional braking systems. When enabled, the cooling system runs at an increased level during and after aggressive
driving sessions to allow your vehicle’s systems to withstand the surplus heat.
NOTE: Track Mode is designed and calibrated for a Performance Model 3 equipped with performance brakes and
tires. Vehicles without performance brakes and tires may experience comparatively lower performance and
endurance.
WARNING: Track Mode is designed for use on closed circuit driving courses only. It is the driver’s responsibility
to drive safely and ensure others are not endangered.
WARNING: Track Mode is designed for use by experienced track drivers familiar with the course. Do not use on
public roads. It is the driver’s responsibility to be in control of the vehicle at all times, including on the track.
Because vehicle behavior (including traction and stability control) differs when using Track Mode, always use
caution.
Using Track Mode
Track Mode is always disabled when you start Model 3. To enable Track Mode for your current drive, shift into Park
and follow these steps:
1. Touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Track Mode.
When enabled, TRACK displays on the touchscreen above the driving speed, and a Track Mode pop up window
appears on the map. The car status area of the touchscreen displays a color-coded image of your Model 3 that
provides you with important at-a-glance status information about the Battery, the motors, the tires and the
brakes. See Monitoring Vehicle Health on page 117.
2. If desired, customize the Track Mode settings by touching Track Mode Settings on the Track Mode pop up
window (see Customizing Track Mode on page 116). You can also access the Track Mode settings by touching
Controls > Pedals & Steering, then touching Customize next to the Track Mode setting.
3. If you want to use the Lap Timer, follow the onscreen instructions to drop a pin on the map to define the lap's
start/finish location. You will then need to press START on the Lap Timer to begin your driving session. Once
started, the Lap Timer starts counting when you drive Model 3 past the lap's start/finish location where you
dropped the pin. See Using the Lap Timer on page 116.
4. Shift and GO!
If you started the Lap Timer, each time you pass the start/finish location, the timer resets for the next lap. See
Using the Lap Timer on page 116.
You can also view a real-time accelerometer (G-meter) by swiping the Cards area of the touchscreen. See GMeter on page 117.
When Track Mode is on:
◦ Autopilot features are unavailable.
◦ The Slip Start setting is overridden.
◦ The Regenerative Braking setting is overridden.
◦ Stopping Mode is set to the Roll setting in which Model 3 is free-rolling at very low speeds whenever Drive or
Reverse is engaged and both the accelerator and brake pedal are released. For details, see Stopping Mode on
page 105.
◦ Energy usage increases.
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Use the touchscreen setting to turn Track Mode off at any time. Powering off Model 3 also turns off Track Mode
(although it may still appear on the touchscreen if Post-Drive cooling is in progress). When Track Mode is off, all
settings return to their previous state and all features return to their normal operating state.

Customizing Track Mode
To customize Track Mode, touch Track Mode Settings on the Track Mode popup window that appears on the map
when you enable Track Mode. You can also access the Track Mode settings by touching Controls > Pedals &
Steering, then touching Customize next to the Track Mode setting. Choose an existing Track Mode setting from the
list of pre-defined profiles provided by Tesla. Or create a new settings profile by touching Add New Settings,
entering a name for the settings profile, then adjusting these settings to suit your preferences or driving scenario, or
customize for a specific track:
• Handling Balance - Drag the slider to customize the balance of Model 3 in a turn. If Model 3 is too loose, you can
choose a front-biased under-steering setup. Difficult to get the vehicle through a turn? Try a rear-biased setup to
increase rotation. You can select any value, in 5% increments, between 100/0 (for 100% front biased used for
under-steering) and 0/100 (for 100% rear biased used for over-steering).
• Stability Assist - Drag the slider to choose the level at which the stability control systems assist in controlling the
vehicle. You can choose any level from -10 to +10. Choosing +10 engages all stability assist systems for
controllable driving in which stability systems remain engaged, whereas -10 disables all stability systems and the
stability of the drive rests solely on the driver. The default setting of 0 represents a balance which provides some
stability being automatically controlled and leaving some control up to the driver.
• Regenerative Braking - Drag the slider to choose how much regenerative braking is available. You can choose any
value, in 5% increments, between 0 and 100%. Tesla recommends the 100% setting to prevent overheating the
brakes.
• Post-Drive Cooling - Enable if you want the cooling systems to continue cooling the vehicle's components even
after you leave the vehicle. Cooling stops automatically when the components are sufficiently cool, or when you
power Model 3 off and back on again. Post-Drive Cooling is useful if you want to quickly cool the components
between driving sessions. If Post-Drive Cooling is set to OFF, the components eventually cool, but it takes longer.
• Compressor Overclock - Enable if you want to run the cooling compressor beyond its normal operating rate.
Doing so speeds up the cooling process and is useful when performing multiple aggressive driving sessions with
very little time in between
CAUTION: Extensive use of Compressor Overclock can damage or shorten the life of the compressor.
Damage caused by using this feature is not covered by the warranty.
• Save Dashcam for Laps - Enable if you want to save a video and data on a USB flash drive when using the Lap
Timer. A USB flash drive must be set up and inserted as described (see USB Drive Requirements for Recording
Videos on page 174). The USB flash drive must contain a folder named TeslaTrackMode. When enabled, Track
Mode stores a video and associated data for each lap. Track Mode also stores the car status and telemetry data
with details about the vehicle's position, speed, acceleration, use of accelerator, etc. You can then view the video
recordings and analyze this data, which is saved as a .CSV file on the USB flash drive, to determine where time is
being lost or gained.
NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB ports may
only support charging devices. Use the USB port inside the glove box for all other functions.
Track Mode allows you to save up to 20 settings profiles. To delete a chosen profile, touch Delete at the bottom of
the settings screen.
NOTE: You can not change or delete a pre-defined profile provided by Tesla.
Using the Lap Timer
When you enable Track Mode, the map displays a Lap Timer. Follow the onscreen instructions to place a start/finish
pin on the map. Once the pins are placed, press START to initiate the driving (lapping) session. When you drive
Model 3 through the start/finish location, the Lap Timer automatically starts timing the duration of the lap, resetting
the timer whenever you pass the start/finish location, and displaying the real-time delta between the current lap and
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At the completion of each lap, the Lap Timer displays the duration of the lap. It also displays the times associated
with the previous and best laps in the driving session.
If Save Dashcam for Laps is on (see Customizing Track Mode on page 116), and a properly formatted USB flash drive
is inserted in a front USB port, Track Mode saves a video of the driving session (as recorded by the front cameras),
along with a .CSV file that provides detailed information about the lap.
NOTE: To stop the timer at the end of your driving session, touch STOP on the Lap Timer popup window.
Monitoring Vehicle Health
You can easily monitor the health of Model 3 when using Track Mode by glancing at the car status area of the
touchscreen. The colors indicate the status of the various components, allowing you to determine the current
operating state and make decisions accordingly. The components are displayed in green when operating within their
ideal temperature range. Colors change as follows:
• The Battery displays blue when cold and red when hot.
• A brake displays blue when cold and red when hot (an early warning for overheating brakes).
• A motor displays blue when it's cold or red when it's hot.
• Dynamic readings of the tire pressures displays on the touchscreen. A tire displays blue when under-used or red
when the peak grip is exceeded.
NOTE: A component displayed in red may indicate a need to stop driving and allow the component to cool.
CAUTION: Any vehicle damage or injuries caused by using Track Mode is the driver's responsibility. The vehicle
warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive overuse of vehicle components. It also does not cover
racing, autocross, or driving in competition.
G-Meter
In Track Mode, a real-time G-Meter displays on the touchscreen. The G-Meter graphically displays peak lateral,
acceleration, and deceleration values in the form of a circular meter. The history of your drive is represented in the
shaded area. The G-Meter resets at the start of each driving session.
NOTE: You can swipe the G-Meter card to display a different card. However, the G-Meter displays as the default card
whenever you engage Track Mode.

Driver Profiles
When you first adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel position, or exterior side mirrors, the touchscreen prompts you
to create a driver profile to save these adjustments. Your profile also saves various preferences you make while
customizing Model 3. See Using Tesla Profiles on page 118 to learn more about saving profile settings to the cloud for
easy access across multiple Tesla vehicles.
To add a new driver profile, touch the driver profile icon at the top of the touchscreen. Then touch
Driver Profile Settings > Add New Driver, type the driver's name and touch Create Profile. Follow the
onscreen instructions to save mirror and steering wheel position to the driver profile. Check the Use
Easy Entry checkbox if you want to save (or use existing) Easy Entry settings in which the driver's seat
and the steering wheel are automatically adjusted to make it easy to enter and exit Model 3.
If you change the position of the driver’s seat, steering wheel, or exterior side mirrors after you have saved or chosen
a driver profile, the touchscreen prompts you to Save the new position or Restore the previously saved position
(other settings are automatically saved). To change a setting without saving or restoring, just ignore the prompt.
To delete a driver profile, touch the driver profile icon at the top of the touchscreen, touch Driver Profile Settings
and select the driver profile you would like the remove. Once selected, there is an option to Delete the driver profile.
NOTE: Valet mode is a built-in driver profile that limits speed and restricts access to some Model 3 features (see
Valet Mode on page 119).
NOTE: To stop automatic adjustments that are in process based on a driver's profile, touch Stop on the Driver Profile
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Selecting Between Driver Profiles
To adjust Model 3 based on a driver’s profile, touch the driver profile icon at the top of the Controls
screen. Then choose the driver, and Model 3 is adjusted based on the settings that have been saved to
the chosen driver profile. See Using Tesla Profiles on page 118 to learn more about saving profile
settings to the cloud for easy access across multiple Tesla vehicles.

Using Tesla Profiles
Driver profile settings, such as seat adjustments, temperature preferences, navigation Recents and Favorites, media
settings, and data sharing preferences can be saved into a Tesla Profile that is synced to every supported vehicle
under your Tesla Account. This provides convenient access to your profile settings and preferences across all your
Tesla supported vehicles.
To set up your Tesla Profile, navigate to Driver Profile Settings and select your Tesla Account name. You can choose
to set it up as a New Profile or copy the settings from an existing driver profile that you were previously using.
To set up a Tesla Profile for additional drivers, share your vehicle with them from the mobile app and navigate to
Security > Add Driver. Their Tesla Profile will appear in the Driver Profile settings after accepting the invitation from
their Tesla Account. For more information on granting mobile app access, see Granting Access to a Second Driver on
page 79. In addition, you can change your profile picture from your Tesla Mobile App.
NOTE: Some vehicle settings, such as seat, mirror, steering wheel, and air vent positions are only synced between the
same vehicle models. If the seat or steering positions do not restore as expected, touch Controls > Service > Seat &
Steering Calibration on the affected vehicles.
NOTE: Tesla Profiles are supported on vehicles with software versions 2022.24 or higher.
Your Tesla Profile will be removed from any vehicle not associated with your Tesla Account.
Saved Settings
A subset of the settings that you choose to customize your Model 3 are automatically saved to your driver's profile.
Once saved, a green check mark appears next to the driver profile icon on the touchscreen. Examples of
automatically saved driver profile settings are:
• Navigation, temperature, lights and display settings.
• Autopilot and driving preferences.
Linking a Driver Profile to a Key
You can link a driver profile to a key (or keys) to allow Model 3 to automatically select the correct driver profile when
the linked key is detected as you approach the vehicle and open the driver's door. To link a driver profile to a key,
first ensure you are using your desired driver profile, then touch Controls > Locks > Keys. You can toggle the driver
icon to link or delete a key to the desired driver profile. The name of the driver profile appears under the key to show
that it is linked.
NOTE: Model 3 supports up to 10 driver profiles. You can link multiple keys to a driver profile, but you cannot link
multiple driver profiles to a single key.
Easy Entry
You can define an Easy Entry setting that moves the steering wheel and driver's seat to make it easy to enter and
exit Model 3. Any driver can use the Easy Entry setting by associating it with their driver profile. When the Easy
Entry setting is associated with a driver profile, the steering wheel and driver's seat automatically adjust when in
Park and the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, allowing an easy exit from Model 3. When returning to the vehicle and
stepping on the brake pedal, settings automatically adjust back to the settings used by the most recent driver profile
(or based on the key if it's linked to a driver profile).
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WARNING: Never use Easy Entry to move the driver's seat to the full rearward position when a child safety
seat is installed on a rear seat located behind the driver's seat. With reduced clearance, the movement of the
seat may impact a child's legs, cause injury, or dislodge the seat.
Valet Mode
When Model 3 is in Valet mode, the following restrictions apply:
• Key card must be used to access and drive Model 3.
• Speed is limited to 70 mph (113 km/h).
• Maximum acceleration and power are limited.
• Front trunk and glovebox are locked.
• Home and Work locations are not available in the navigation system.
• Voice commands are disabled.
• Cruise control is disabled.
• Autopilot convenience features are disabled.
• The Allow Mobile Access setting cannot be changed.
• HomeLink (if available in your market region) is not accessible.
• Driver Profiles are not accessible.
• The touchscreen does not display the list of keys that can access Model 3 (see Managing Keys on page 29).
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are disabled. When Model 3 is in Valet mode, you cannot pair new Bluetooth devices or view
or delete existing paired devices. However, if a Bluetooth-paired device or a known Wi-Fi network is within range,
Model 3 connects to it.
Starting Valet Mode

With Model 3 in Park, touch the driver profile icon at the top of the Controls screen, then touch Valet Mode.
The first time you enter Valet mode, the touchscreen prompts you to create a 4-digit PIN you will use to cancel Valet
mode.
When Valet mode is active, the touchscreen displays the word Valet while the driver profile changes to Valet Mode
on the touchscreen.
You can also use the mobile app to start and cancel Valet mode (if Model 3 is in Park). When using the mobile app,
you do not need to enter a PIN because you are already required to log into the app using your Tesla Account
credentials.
NOTE: If the PIN to Drive setting is enabled (see PIN to Drive on page 169), you must enter the driving PIN before
you can define or enter a Valet PIN. Once in Valet mode, Model 3 can be driven without the valet needing to enter
the driving PIN.
NOTE: The PIN to Drive setting is not available when Valet mode is active.
If you forget your valet PIN, reset it from inside Model 3 by entering your Tesla Account credentials (which also
cancels Valet mode). You can also reset your PIN using the mobile app.
Canceling Valet Mode

With Model 3 in Park, touch the Valet Mode driver profile icon at the top of the Controls screen, and enter your 4digit PIN.
When you cancel Valet mode, all settings associated with the most recently used driver profile and climate control
settings are restored, and all features are available.
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Trip Information
Displaying Trip Information
Trip information displays on the touchscreen in the cards area on the car status display, or when you touch Controls
> Trips. For the current trip, you can display distance, duration and average energy usage. You can also show
distance and total and average energy used since your last charge and for additional trips.
To name or rename a trip, touch the trip's name, enter a new name for the trip, then press Save. To reset a particular
trip meter, touch its associated Reset button.
Odometer
To display the odometer, do either of the following:
• Touch Controls > Software.
• Touch Controls > Trips.
• Open the mobile app and scroll down to the bottom of the main screen.

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Rear Facing Camera(s)
Camera Location
Model 3 is equipped with a rear view camera located above the rear license plate.

Whenever you shift into Reverse, the touchscreen displays the view from the camera. Lines show your driving path
based on the position of the steering wheel. These lines adjust as you move the steering wheel.
Model 3 also displays images from the side cameras (if equipped). Simply swipe up or down to hide or show the side
camera views.
NOTE: Visual feedback from Park Assist also appears on the touchscreen (see Park Assist on page 110).
To display the view from the rear view cameras at any time, open the app launcher and touch the
Camera app.

If a black screen appears on the touchscreen instead of the rear view camera feed when in Reverse, use the rear view
mirrors and ensure your surroundings are safe before continuing to Reverse. If inoperability of the rear view camera
persists, use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment.
WARNING: Never depend on the cameras to inform you if the area behind you is free of objects and/or people.
The cameras may not detect objects or barriers that can potentially cause damage or injury. In addition, several
external factors can reduce the performance of the cameras, including a dirty or obstructed lens. Therefore,
depending on the cameras to determine if Model 3 is approaching an obstruction can result in damage to the
vehicle and/or objects and can potentially cause serious injury. Always inspect the area with your own eyes.
When reversing, perform shoulder checks and use all mirrors. Use the cameras for guidance purposes only. It is
not intended to replace your own direct visual checks and is not a substitute for careful driving.
Cleaning a Camera

To ensure a clear picture, the camera lens must be clean and free of obstructions.
Remove any build-up of dirt or debris by spraying water onto the camera lens with a spray bottle. Do not attempt to
remove dirt or debris by wiping an exposed lens with your hands or a cloth. This debris can damage the surface of
the lens when rubbed against it during wiping.
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CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based or abrasive cleaners. Doing so can damage the surface of the lens.
CAUTION: Do not clean an ultrasonic sensor (if equipped) or camera lens with a sharp or abrasive object that
can scratch or damage its surface.

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Pedestrian Warning System
The Pedestrian Warning System (if equipped) causes Model 3 to emit sound when driving below approximately 19
mph (32 km/h) or while driving in reverse. Electric vehicles operate quietly and this sound helps to alert pedestrians
of your oncoming vehicle. The sound, which activates whenever Model 3 is shifted out of Park, gets louder as speed
increases.
NOTE: The Pedestrian Warning System may not be available in vehicles manufactured prior to approximately
September 1, 2019.
WARNING: If sound cannot be heard, pedestrians may not be aware of your oncoming vehicle, which may
increase the likelihood of a collision resulting in serious injury or death. If the Pedestrian Warning System is not
operating, immediately contact Tesla.

Autopilot
About Autopilot
How It Works
Your Model 3 includes the following components that actively monitor the surrounding area:

1. A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
2. Ultrasonic sensors (if equipped) are located in the front and rear bumpers.
3. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
4. Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
5. A camera is mounted to each front fender.
6. Radar (if equipped) is mounted behind the front bumper.
Model 3 is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering systems.
In addition, the cabin camera (if equipped) can determine driver inattentiveness and provide alerts when Autopilot is
engaged. By default, data from the camera does not leave the vehicle itself. In other words, data is not saved or
transmitted unless you enable data sharing. To enable data sharing, touch Controls > Software > Data Sharing >
Allow Cabin Camera Analytics. Cabin Camera Analytics helps Tesla continue to develop even safer vehicles in the
future. See Cabin Camera on page 167.
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NOTE: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean before each drive. See Cleaning Cameras and Sensors
on page 126 for more information. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as environmental conditions such as rain and
faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.

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Active Safety Features
These Active Safety features are designed to increase your safety:
• Lane Assist (see Lane Assist on page 159)
• Collision Avoidance Assist (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 162)
• Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page 166)
• Cabin Camera (see Cabin Camera on page 167)
You can enable/disable some of these features and in some cases, control how they work. To access settings for
these features, touch Controls > Autopilot.
Autopilot Features
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, software version and build date, your
vehicle may not be equipped with all features listed below, or a feature may not operate as described.
These Autopilot convenience features are designed to reduce driver workload:
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 127)
• Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 134)
• Auto Lane Change (see Auto Lane Change on page 136)
• Autopark (see Autopark on page 149)
• Summon (see Summon on page 152)
• Smart Summon (Smart Summon on page 156)
• Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning (see Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning on page 138)