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Overview
Exterior

1. Exterior lights (Lights on page 90)
2. Autopilot camera (Cameras on page 24)
3. Front door handle (Using Exterior Door Handles on page 33)
4. Key card sensor (Keys on page 26), Autopilot camera (Cameras on page 24)
5. Rear door handle (Using Exterior Door Handles on page 33)
6. Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 210)
7. Autopilot cameras (Cameras on page 24)
8. Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 86)
9. Radar sensor, if equipped (hidden from view)
10. Hood/front trunk (Front Trunk on page 42)
11. Front tow eye cover (Instructions for Transporters on page 275)
12. Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires on page 267)

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13. Rear trunk (Rear Trunk on page 39)
14. Rear view camera (Rear Facing Camera(s) on page 115)
15. Rear tow eye cover (Instructions for Transporters on page 275)

Interior Overview

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1. Door open button (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 33)
2. Turn signal stalk (High Beam Headlights on page 91), Turn Signals on page 93, and Windshield Washers on page
95)
3. Horn (Horn on page 84)
4. Drive stalk (How to Shift on page 88, Cruise Control on page 102), Autopilot Features on page 128)
5. Touchscreen (Touchscreen on page 4)
6. Driver dome light (Lights on page 90)
7. Cabin camera (Cabin Camera on page 172)
8. Hazard warning flashers (Hazard Warning Flashers on page 94)
9. Passenger dome light (Lights on page 90)
10. Climate control vent (see Operating Climate Controls on page 182)
11. Power window switches (Windows on page 37)
12. Manual door release (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 33)
13. Left scroll button (Scroll Buttons on page 83)
14. Brake pedal (Braking and Stopping on page 97)
15. Accelerator pedal (Regenerative Braking on page 98)
16. Right scroll button (Scroll Buttons on page 83)
17. Center console (Interior Electronics on page 10)
18. Glovebox (Glovebox on page 49)

Touchscreen
WARNING: Always pay attention to road and traffic conditions when driving. To minimize driver distraction and
ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users, avoid using the touchscreen to adjust
settings while the vehicle is in motion.
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Use the touchscreen to control many features that, in traditional cars, are controlled using physical buttons (for
example, adjusting the cabin heating and air conditioning, headlights, etc.). You also use the touchscreen to control
media, navigate, use entertainment features, and customize Model Y to suit your preferences. For hands-free access
to common touchscreen controls, use voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 22).
If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, you can restart it (see Restarting the
Touchscreen on page 7).
NOTE: Illustrations are provided to improve conceptual understanding only. Depending on vehicle options, software
version, market region and regional and language settings, the details displayed on the screen will differ.

1. Status bar: Find car controls and status in the top bar (see Top Status Bar Icons on page 6).
2. Navigation: Change the orientation of the map, find or navigate to a destination, and change navigation settings
(see Maps and Navigation on page 192).
3. Car status: This area dynamically displays the current status of Model Y as you drive, park, open doors, turn lights
on, etc. Monitor this area when driving as it displays important information such as driving speed and warning
messages (see Car Status on page 16). When the car is in Park, you can open the trunks or charge port door. This
area also houses shortcut "cards" for Media, tire pressures, and Trip Information.
When full self-driving is enabled (if equipped), the car status area displays visualizations of the road and your
vehicle's surroundings. You can expand/condense the visualization by dragging the car status area from side to
side. Expanding the visualization displays more details about the roadway and its surroundings, including road
markings, stop lights, and objects (such as trash cans and poles).
4. Controls: Control various features and customize Model Y to suit your preferences. The Controls screen appears
over the map. Touch an option on the Controls screen to display the various settings and preferences associated
with the chosen option.

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To search for a specific setting, touch Search at the top of the Controls screen. Make changes directly from the
result or touch the link to jump to that option in Controls.
When an information icon displays beside a specific setting, touch it to display a popup that
provides helpful details about the associated setting.

NOTE: Many vehicle controls, settings, and preferences (such as climate, media, and navigation) can be adjusted
hands-free using voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 22).
NOTE: You can send touchscreen feedback to Tesla by long-pressing this icon.
5. Climate controls (driver): Use the left and right arrows to decrease/increase cabin temperature. Touch Split on
the popup to display separate controls for the driver and passenger. Touch the temperature icon to customize
climate control settings (see Operating Climate Controls on page 182). The passenger climate controls display
when temperature controls have been Split to provide separate controls for the driver and passenger.
6. My Apps: For one-touch access to frequently used apps and controls, you can choose what displays here. See
Customizing My Apps on page 6.
7. App Launcher: Touch the app launcher to open the app tray. Then touch any app to open it. The app you choose
displays on top of the map. To close an app, drag it downward.
8. Recent App(s): Displays the most recently used app(s). The number of recent apps displayed here depends on
how many apps have been added to My Apps. If you add the maximum number of apps to My Apps, only the
most recent app displays.
9. Volume Control: Controls the volume of media player and phone calls (see Volume Controls on page 201). The
volume of navigation instructions is controlled separately (see Maps and Navigation on page 192).

Customizing My Apps
For one-touch access to commonly used apps and controls, you can customize what displays in the My Apps area on
the touchscreen's bottom bar:
1. Enter customization mode by touching and holding any app or control in the My Apps area. If this area is empty,
touch the App Launcher.
2. Simply drag any app or control from the app tray onto the My Apps area in the bottom bar.
NOTE: Seat heaters selected from the app tray appear next to the temperature, instead of in the My Apps area.
NOTE: When you've added the maximum number of apps or controls to My Apps, adding an additional app removes
the rightmost app.
NOTE: Remove an app or control from the My Apps area by touching and holding, then touching its associated "X".
Top Status Bar Icons
Touch to lock/unlock all doors and trunks.

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Your vehicle automatically updates the time. If the time is incorrect, confirm your vehicle has internet
and GPS connectivity with the latest software.
Displays on the touchscreen status bar only when Model Y detects a programmed HomeLink within
range, and the touchscreen is not already displaying the HomeLink screen or popup. See Smart
Garage on page 77.

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Displays on the touchscreen status bar only when Model Y is parked. Add, configure (including Valet
Mode and Use Easy Entry), or quickly switch driver profiles. Driver profiles can also be accessed from
the top of any Controls screen. See Driver Profiles on page 110.

Available when Model Y is parked, touch to manually enable or disable Sentry Mode for the current
drive cycle. To automatically turn Sentry Mode on (or off) every time you leave your vehicle, enable
the setting from Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode. See Sentry Mode on page 178 for more
information.
NOTE: If you turn Sentry Mode on or off from Controls > Sentry Mode, the shortcuts on the vehicle's
touchscreen and mobile app will only work for the current drive cycle.
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.
Displays when Model Y is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

Displays when Model Y cellular connectivity is very low or unavailable. Touch this icon for quick
access to Wi-Fi settings.

Status of the front passenger airbag (see Airbags on page 66).

Appears when your vehicle's GPS location is actively being accessed in the Tesla mobile app by the
owner, an added driver, or a third party app you're using. To disable, navigate to Safety > Allow
Mobile Access on the touchscreen.

Popup Messages and Vehicle Alerts
Popup messages appear at the bottom of the touchscreen. For example, a seat belt reminder appears if a seat belt is
unfastened in an occupied seat, an alert appears to notify you of an incoming phone call, a text message appears
(when applicable), and voice commands appear when in use. If applicable, touch options from these popup
messages (for example, accept/decline a phone call, choose an option from the headlight menu, etc.). To dismiss a
popup message, swipe it downward.

If an alert appears on your vehicle's touchscreen, touch Learn More for more details regarding the alert and how it
can be resolved. You can view a list of vehicle alerts and notifications by touching the bell icon at the top of
Controls.
NOTE: Not all alerts provide additional information at this time.
Restarting the Touchscreen
You can restart your touchscreen if it is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior.
WARNING: Only restart the touchscreen while the vehicle is stopped and in Park. The car status display, safety
warnings, backup camera, etc. will not be visible during the restart.

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1. Shift into Park.
2. Hold down both scroll buttons on the steering wheel until the touchscreen turns black. Pressing the brake pedal
while holding down the scroll buttons does not have any impact and is not required.

3. After a few seconds, the Tesla logo appears. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the touchscreen to restart. If the
touchscreen is still unresponsive or demonstrating unusual behavior after a few minutes, try power cycling the
vehicle (if possible). See Power Cycling the Vehicle on page 82.
NOTE: Pressing the scroll buttons only restarts the touchscreen. It does not restart any other vehicle component and
does not power Model Y off and on.
Customizing Display and Sound Settings
Touch Controls > Display to adjust display settings to suit your preferences:
• Appearance: Customize the display to be Dark or Light. When set to Auto, the brightness changes automatically
based on ambient lighting conditions.
• Brightness: Drag the slider to manually control the brightness level. If Display Mode is set to Auto, the
touchscreen further adjusts based on both the ambient lighting conditions and your brightness preference. Model
Y remembers your chosen brightness preference and adjusts the touchscreen accordingly.
• Screen Clean Mode: When enabled, your touchscreen darkens and temporarily disables to facilitate cleaning.
Follow the onscreen instructions to exit Screen Clean Mode.
• Touchscreen Language: Select the language that the touchscreen displays.
NOTE: Model Y must be in Park to change the language. When you change the language, you experience a brief
delay as Model Y shuts down and restarts the touchscreen.
• Voice Recognition Language: Choose the language to be used for voice commands.
• Voice Navigation Language: Choose the language that the navigation system uses for spoken instructions.
NOTE: For languages that require a download, select the language in the dropdown list to initiate the download
(Wi-Fi connection required).
• Text size: Select between Standard and Large to customize the text size on your vehicle's touchscreen.
• Time: Choose to display time in either 12 or 24 hour format.
• Energy Display: Choose to display remaining energy and charging units as either a percentage of battery energy
remaining, or as an estimate of the distance you can drive.
NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use energy estimate as a general guideline only. Many factors
have an impact on energy consumption. See Factors Affecting Energy Consumption on page 217.
• Distance: Choose to display measurements in metric (kilometers, centimeters, etc.) or imperial (miles, inches, etc.)
units.
• Temperature: Choose to display temperature using Fahrenheit or Celsius.

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• Tire Pressure: Choose to display tire pressures using BAR or PSI.
In addition to customizing the display, you can enable Joe Mode to reduce the volume of all chimes that are not
related to critical safety issues. Touch Controls > Safety > Joe Mode to enable.
Naming your Vehicle
To further personalize your vehicle, you can name it. Touch Controls > Software > Name Your Vehicle located on the
right side of the touchscreen below the image of your Model Y. If your vehicle already has a name, simply touch the
existing name to change it. Enter the new name in the popup and touch Save. The name of your Model Y also
appears in the Tesla mobile app.
Erasing Personal Data
You can erase all personal data (saved addresses, music favorites, HomeLink programming, etc.) and restore all
customized settings to their factory defaults. This is useful when transferring ownership of Model Y. Touch Controls >
Service > Factory Reset. Before erasing, Model Y verifies your credentials by prompting you to enter the user name
and password associated with your Tesla account.

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Interior Electronics
In addition to storage compartments and cup holders (see Interior Storage on page 47), the Model Y interior
supports various electronics such as an RFID transmitter that reads key fobs and key cards (see Keys on page 26),
USB ports, a phone dock for two phones (or other devices) or a wireless phone charger (depending on date of
manufacture)a wireless phone charger, and a 12V power socket.
USB Ports
Model Y has two USB ports located in the front compartment of the center console. These ports can be used to:
• Connect and charge USB devices.
• Play audio files stored on a phone or USB device (see Playing Media from Devices on page 202).
• Save videos when using features such as Sentry Mode or Dashcam (see Dashcam on page 175 and Sentry Mode
on page 178).
NOTE: If your Model Y is equipped with a USB port located in the glove box (described below), it is
recommended that you use the glovebox USB to save Sentry Mode or Dashcam videos because power
consumption is minimized and the location is more secure.
The USB ports can output power up to approximately 15W (which may vary depending on vehicle manufacture
date).
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.
The left port is USB-C compatible whereas the right port is USB-A.
Both ports are USB-C compatible.
Open the center console door below the touchscreen and lift the phone dock upward to access the front USB ports.
See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 180 for information about formatting USB flash drives.

Open the front compartment of the center console. The front USB ports are located on the rear wall of the
compartment.

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Depending on date of manufacture, some vehicles include a USB port located inside the glovebox. This USB-A port
is equipped with a pre-formatted flash drive, ready to save videos when using features such as Sentry Mode and
Dashcam. Although not its primary purpose, this port can also communicate with the vehicle and can be used to
charge a USB-connected device.

Two additional USB ports are located in the rear of the center console (on vehicles manufactured since
approximately June 2020, these ports are USB-C). These ports charge USB-connected devices but do not
communicate with the vehicle.

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If Model Y is equipped with seven seats, two USB-C ports are located at the front of the console located between
the third row seats. These ports charge USB-connected devices but do not communicate with the vehicle.

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NOTE: Power is available whenever the vehicle is considered "awake". The vehicle may be awake for many reasons.
For example, when using features such as Summon, or when features such as Preconditioning, Keep Climate On, Dog
Mode, Camp Mode, Sentry Mode, etc. are enabled. The vehicle is also awake whenever the low voltage battery is
being charged or is in use, during HV charging, when the vehicle is communicating with the mobile app, etc. Leaving
an accessory plugged in does not deplete the low voltage battery.
NOTE: Use USB 3.0 compliant cables to connect a device to a USB port. Using non-compliant cables can result in
slower charging, potential connection problems or degraded performance.
NOTE: Do not connect multiple devices using a USB hub. This can prevent connected devices from charging or from
being recognized by Media Player, Sentry Mode, Dashcam, etc.
Installing Phone Charging Cable
To make it easy to connect your phone while keeping the console free of clutter, you can install a phone charging
cable in Model Y.
NOTE: The phone dock supports two phones side-by-side.
To install a phone charging cable:
1. Open both center console doors in front of the cup holders.

2. Remove the rubber mat from the phone dock.
3. Lift the phone dock to access the USB ports.
4. Release the cover from the base of the phone dock by sliding it to the left.

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5. Plug the USB connector on the phone charging cable into a USB port.
6. Insert the phone end of the charging cable through the bottom of the phone dock and route the cable through
the securing tabs towards the bottom of the phone dock.

7. Reinstall the cover to the base of the phone dock by sliding it to the right.
8. Lower the phone dock and reinstall the rubber mat.
Wireless Phone Charger
A wireless phone charger (if equipped), is integrated into the front console to provide up to 15W of power to charge
a Qi-enabled phone. Simply place your phone on the charger. Your device may feel warm while charging, but this is a
normal effect of inductive charging.
When placed on the wireless charger, your phone charges whenever the vehicle is powered on (the touchscreen is
on and you are inside the vehicle). Your phone will not charge after exiting the vehicle unless a feature (such as
Sentry mode) is enabled and providing power to the USB ports. Model Y will also not charge a phone if the vehicle's
Battery is discharged.
NOTE: The wireless phone charger may not work if your phone case is too large or is made of metal. Try removing
the phone from its case before placing in the charger.

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CAUTION: The phone must be in direct contact with the wireless charger. Do not place objects between the
phone and the charger (for example, credit cards, key cards, coins, keys, metal objects, etc.).
Low Voltage Power Socket
Your Model Y has a power socket located in the center console's rear compartment.

The power socket is suitable for accessories requiring up to 12A continuous draw (16A peak).
NOTE: For vehicles manufactured after approximately November 2021, power inverters plugged into the low voltage
power socket must support 16V DC input to function.
An additional low voltage power socket is located on the left side of the rear trunk.

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NOTE: Power is available whenever the vehicle is considered "awake". The vehicle may be awake for many reasons.
For example, when using features such as Summon, or when features such as Preconditioning, Cabin Overheat
Protection, Keep Climate On, Dog Mode, Camp Mode, Sentry Mode, etc. are enabled. The vehicle is also awake
whenever the low voltage battery is being charged or is in use, during HV charging, when the vehicle is
communicating with the mobile app, etc. Leaving an accessory plugged in does not deplete the low voltage battery.
WARNING: The power socket and an accessory’s connector can become hot.
WARNING: To prevent excessive interference with the vehicle’s electronics, Tesla recommends that you do not
plug any non-Tesla accessories, including power inverters, into the low voltage power socket. However, if you
do use a non-Tesla accessory and notice any malfunctions or unexpected behavior, such as indicator lights,
alert messages, or excessive heat from the accessory, unplug the accessory from the low voltage power socket
immediately.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to jump start Model Y using the low voltage power socket. Doing so can result in
damage.

Car Status
Overview
The touchscreen displays the status of Model Y at all times. What you see depends on whether the vehicle is:
• Parked (shown below).
• Driving (see Driving Status on page 19).
• Charging (see Charging Status on page 212).
When Model Y is parked, the status area shows the drive mode, estimated range, and an overhead view of the car
with buttons you can touch to open the trunks and charge port door. When you press the brake, Model Y powers up
and indicator lights flash briefly. Unless an indicator light applies to the current situation (for example, a seat belt is
not fastened), it should turn off. If an indicator light fails to turn on or off, contact Tesla.
NOTE: The following image is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software
version, and market region, the information displayed may be slightly different.

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Cards

The bottom of the car status display also shows shortcut "cards" for quick access to Media, tire pressure data, trip
information, and more. Swipe the cards to the left or right to customize your cards shortcuts.
Indicator Lights

The following indicator lights illuminate to advise you or alert you of a specific status or condition.
A brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low. See Braking and Stopping on page
97. Contact Tesla immediately.

A brake booster fault has been detected. See Braking and Stopping on page 97.

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An ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) fault is detected. See Braking and Stopping on page 97.
Contact Tesla immediately.

A parking brake fault is detected. Contact Tesla. See Parking Brake on page 100.

The parking brake is manually applied. See Parking Brake on page 100.

Tire pressure warning. The pressure of a tire is out of range. If a fault with the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) is detected, the indicator flashes. For a TPMS fault, contact Tesla. See
Tire Care and Maintenance on page 224.

A seat belt for an occupied seat is not fastened. See Seat Belts on page 61.

Airbag safety. If this indicator does not flash on briefly when Model Y prepares to drive, or if it
remains on, contact Tesla immediately. See Airbag Warning Indicator on page 68.

Front fog lights are on, if equipped. See Lights on page 90.

Parking lights are on (side marker lights, tail lights, and license plate lights) . See Lights on page 90.

Low beam headlights are on.

High beam headlights are on and Auto High Beam is disabled or currently unavailable.

Auto High Beam is enabled and high beams are on. Model Y is ready to turn off the high beams if
light is detected. See High Beam Headlights on page 91.

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Auto High Beam is enabled but high beams are not on because light is detected in front of Model Y.
When light is no longer detected, high beams automatically turn back on. See High Beam
Headlights on page 91.

This indicator flashes amber when the electronic stability control systems are actively minimizing
wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power. See Traction Control on page 106. If this
indicator remains on, a fault is detected and you should immediately contact Tesla.

Electronic stability control systems are no longer minimizing wheel spin. On a Rear Wheel Drive
vehicle, the traction control system has been turned off, or on an All-Wheel Drive vehicle, Slip Start
has been enabled. See Traction Control on page 106.

Trailer mode (if equipped) is active (see Towing and Accessories on page 117).

Vehicle Hold is actively applying the brakes. See Vehicle Hold on page 105.

A door or trunk is open. See Doors on page 33, Rear Trunk on page 39, or Front Trunk on page 42.

A blue snowflake appears when some of the energy stored in the Battery may not be available due
to cold weather conditions. During these cold weather conditions, charging rates may also be
limited. If Model Y is plugged in, you can heat your Battery by turning on climate control with the
mobile app. The snowflake disappears when the Battery is sufficiently warm.

Appears when regenerative braking is limited. See Regenerative Braking on page 98 for more
information.

Vehicle power is currently being limited because the energy remaining in the Battery is low, the
vehicle's systems are being heated or cooled, or an error is detected by the drive inverter .

See Popup Messages and Vehicle Alerts on page 7 for more information about alert popups on your vehicle's
touchscreen.
Driving Status
When Model Y is driving (or ready to drive), the touchscreen shows your current driving status and a real-time
visualization of the road as detected by the Autopilot components (see Cameras on page 24). The visualization
automatically zooms in and out to better utilize touchscreen space and inform you when a vehicle is detected in
your blind spot.

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NOTE: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software
version, and market region, the information displayed may be slightly different.

NOTE: To display more details about the roadway and its surroundings, such as road markings, stop lights, objects
(such as trash cans and poles), etc., touch Controls > Autopilot > Full Self-Driving Visualization Preview (if
equipped).
1. The power meter displays real-time power usage. During acceleration, the bar fills to the right to represent power
being used. During deceleration (when Model Y is moving and you release your foot from the accelerator pedal),
the bar fills to the left with a green color to represent power being fed back to the Battery by regenerative
braking (see Regenerative Braking on page 98).
2. When Autosteer is available but you haven't activated it, the icon is gray. When Autosteer is actively steering
Model Y, the icon is blue (see Autosteer on page 129).
3. Currently selected drive mode: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive.
4. Driving speed.
5. Other cars detected on the road (as applicable).
6. Your Model Y. Colored lines radiate from the image of your Model Y as objects are detected (other motorists,
guard rails, etc.). The location of the lines correspond to the location of the detected object. The color of the lines
(white, yellow, orange, or red) represents the object's proximity to Model Y, with white being the farthest and red
being very close and requiring your immediate attention. See Lane Assist on page 163.
7. When Autosteer is active and detecting the driving lane, the lane is highlighted in blue (see Autosteer on page
129).
NOTE: If Navigate on Autopilot is active, the driving lane displays as a single blue line in front of Model Y (see
Navigate on Autopilot on page 131).
8. The speed limit that is currently being detected by Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page 171).

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NOTE: The icon associated with the detected speed limit reflects the style of speed limit signs used in your
market region.
9. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Touch the displayed value to change how available energy
is displayed. You can toggle between driving distance and percentage of battery energy remaining. You can also
change how energy is displayed by touching Controls > Display > Energy Display.
NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use range estimates as a general guideline only.
10. The set cruising speed. When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is available but you haven't set a cruising speed, the
number is gray (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 128).
WARNING: Pay attention to important alert messages that display at the bottom of the car status area of the
touchscreen. Ignoring these messages can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Although the touchscreen shows surrounding traffic, some vehicles may not be displayed. Never
rely on the touchscreen to determine if a vehicle is present (for example, in your blind spot). Always use your
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Voice Commands
Use voice commands to easily control settings and preferences without using the touchscreen. You can ask Model Y
to do just about anything, such as adjusting climate controls and media preferences. Available commands include
most features that are managed by the touchscreen except driving-related commands, for example shifting drive
modes.
Voice commands are designed to understand natural requests. You can use voice commands to:
• Adjust climate preferences.
• Tweak the windshield wiper speed and frequency.
• Control various aspects of your vehicle.
• Navigate to a location.
• Call a contact.
• Interact with apps and settings.
To initiate a voice command, press and release the right scroll wheel button on the steering wheel. When you hear a
chime, make your request and the vehicle responds.

Examples of Voice Commands
Here is a list of example voice commands. This is not an exhaustive list. Tesla is constantly working to improve voice
commands.
NOTE: To choose the language you want to use for voice commands, touch Controls > Display > Voice Recognition
Language. Voice commands are not available in all languages.
Climate Controls

Adjust your climate preferences using voice commands:
• "Make it cooler"
• "Make it warmer"
• "Turn on/off the driver's seat heater"
• "Cool down the passenger"

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• "Direct airflow to my face"
• "Sync climate"
• "Increase/decrease the fan speed"
• "Turn on/off rear defroster"
• "Set the temperature/fan..."
• "Turn on recirculate"
Windshield Wipers

Update the windshield wiper speed and frequency based on changing road and weather conditions:
• "Speed up the wipers"
• "Increase/decrease windshield wiper speed by..."
• "Turn on/off the wipers"
Vehicle Controls

You can also modify various controls in your vehicle using voice commands:
NOTE: Your vehicle must be in Park to enable some voice commands (such as Sentry Mode, Dog Mode, etc.).
• "Sentry Mode on/off"
• "Keep my car safe"
• "Lock/unlock the doors"
• "Turn on Dog Mode"
• "Fold/unfold the mirrors"
• "Open/close charge port"
• "Start/stop charging"
• "Open service settings"
• "Open the glovebox"
Navigation

To search for, or navigate to, a location, say:
• "Where is [location]?"
• "Drive to [location]"
• "Navigate to [location]"
• "Show nearby Superchargers"
• "I'm feeling hungry/lucky" (see Maps and Navigation on page 192).
• "Stop navigation"
• "Mute voice guidance"
If you have defined a navigation address for your home or work locations, you can use a voice command to navigate
there by saying "Navigate home" or "Take me to work".
Contacts

To call or text a contact on your Bluetooth-connected phone (see Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing on page
75), say:
• "Call [contact name/phone number]"

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