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Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is designed to operate as described only when the following conditions are met:
• Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is engaged.
• The cameras can detect an upcoming traffic light, stop sign or road marking (for example, cameras are
unobstructed and have a clear line-of-sight to the traffic light, stop sign, or road marking).
• The touchscreen on Model 3 is displaying an upcoming traffic light in "bold" format. Model 3 does not
acknowledge traffic lights that the touchscreen shows as faded. If a traffic light is not directly ahead of the
camera (for example, it is located at an angle of the camera's view, or located in an adjacent lane) the
touchscreen displays it as faded and Model 3 does not slow down and stop for it.
WARNING: If the touchscreen is not displaying a red stop line at an upcoming intersection, Model 3 does not
slow down or stop. It is the driver's responsibility to pay attention to upcoming intersections and monitor
traffic conditions to determine when and if the vehicle should stop and then to take appropriate action as
needed.
WARNING: Never depend on Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control to determine whether to stop at, or proceed
through, an intersection. Drive attentively by watching the road and paying attention to the roadway,
upcoming intersections, traffic conditions, crosswalks, and other road users. It is always the driver's
responsibility to determine whether to stop or proceed. Be prepared to take immediate action. Failure to do so
can result in injury or death.
WARNING: In some situations, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control may inaccurately detect a traffic light or
stop sign, causing Model 3 to slow down unexpectedly. Be prepared to take immediate action at all times.
WARNING: You must press down on the drive stalk or briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm that you
want to proceed through an intersection, regardless of the status of the traffic light. If you do not confirm,
Model 3 stops at the red stop line displayed on the touchscreen, even if stopping may be inappropriate.
Stopping at a green light may confuse other drivers and may result in a collision, injury or death. Therefore,
always pay attention to upcoming intersections and be prepared to manually brake or accelerate in response
to surroundings.
WARNING: Never assume that your ability to see a traffic light, stop sign, or road marking (especially at a
complex intersection, or an intersection in which a traffic light or sign is partially obstructed, etc.) means that
Model 3 can also see it and respond appropriately.
WARNING: Even the most recent map data does not include all traffic lights and stop signs. Therefore, Traffic
Light and Stop Sign Control relies heavily on the ability of the cameras to detect traffic lights, stop signs, road
markings, etc. As a result, Model 3 may ignore an intersection that is blocked from the camera's view (for
example, obstructed by a tree or a large vehicle or object, or located near a steep hill or sharp curve).
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Traffic Lights

When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control engaged, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control
enabled, Model 3 is designed to respond as follows when approaching intersections controlled by a traffic light:
Type of Traffic Light

Vehicle Intended Response
At a solid green traffic light, or at a traffic light that is currently off (not
illuminated), Model 3 slows down.
If you are following a car in front of you that continues through the intersection,
the touchscreen displays a green stop line and provided your hands are detected
on the steering wheel, Model 3 also continues. If a car is not in front of you, the
touchscreen displays a red stop line and you must confirm that you want to
continue through the intersection by pressing down on the drive stalk or briefly
pressing the accelerator pedal. If you don’t confirm, Model 3 stops at the red stop
line.
NOTE: Model 3 resumes the set cruising speed when it continues through the
intersection, taking into consideration the speed of a vehicle in front of you.

Model 3 slows down and comes to a complete stop at the red stop line displayed
on the touchscreen. When you want to continue through the intersection (for
example, the light turns green again, or once Model 3 has come to a complete
stop), you must press down on the drive stalk or briefly press the accelerator
pedal.

Model 3 slows down and comes to a complete stop at the red stop line displayed
on the touchscreen. When you want to proceed through the intersection (for
example, the light turns green again), you must press down on the drive stalk or
briefly press the accelerator pedal.
NOTE: If the traffic light changes after you've confirmed that you want to proceed
(for example, a green traffic light turns yellow), Model 3 may stop instead of
continuing, especially if Model 3 determines that it can safely stop before entering
the intersection.
NOTE: Model 3 is not designed to proceed through an intersection when the traffic
light is red or if the light turns yellow in situations when there is adequate distance
to safely stop before entering the intersection.
NOTE: You can take over driving at any time by manually braking to cancel
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Type of Traffic Light

Vehicle Intended Response

Model 3 slows down. To proceed, you must press down on the drive stalk or briefly
press the accelerator pedal. If you don’t, Model 3 stops at the red stop line
displayed on the touchscreen.
NOTE: To prevent Model 3 from stopping, and to minimize how much it slows down
as it approaches, you can confirm that you want to proceed by pressing down on
the drive stalk or briefly pressing the accelerator pedal at any time after the
touchscreen displays the red stop line. Model 3 resumes your set cruising speed
immediately after you confirm (taking into consideration the speed of a vehicle in
front of you).
WARNING: Approach attentively and be prepared to press the brake pedal to
slow down or stop.

Model 3 slows down and comes to a complete stop at the red stop line displayed
on the touchscreen. When you want to proceed through the intersection (for
example, traffic laws and conditions indicate it is safe and legal to proceed), you
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Stop Signs and Road Markings

When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-aware Cruise Control engaged, and Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control
enabled, Model 3 is designed to respond as follows when approaching intersections controlled by stop signs, stop
lines, or road markings:
Type of Intersection

Vehicle Intended Response
Model 3 assumes the right of way and continues straight without slowing down or
stopping.

No Traffic Control

Arm of T-junction
If Model 3 detects a T-junction based on the map data, Model 3 slows down and
comes to a complete stop at the red stop line displayed on the touchscreen. When
you want to proceed, you must take over steering and acceleration.
WARNING: Model 3 may not stop at a T-junction that does not have a stop sign
or stop line, or if the T-junction is not included in the map data. Drive
attentively and be prepared to stop (when necessary and/or appropriate).

End of T-junction
Model 3 slows down and comes to a complete stop at the red stop line displayed on
the touchscreen. When you want to proceed through the intersection, you must
press down on the drive stalk or briefly press the accelerator pedal.
NOTE: If you confirm that you want to proceed through an intersection controlled by
a stop sign by pressing down on the drive stalk or briefly pressing the accelerator
pedal before Model 3 has stopped, your confirmation is ignored. Model 3 is not
designed to proceed through a stop sign without stopping.
NOTE: Even when using Autosteer, and even if you have engaged a turn signal, you
must turn the steering wheel yourself (which cancels Autosteer) to complete a turn
at an intersection.
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Type of Intersection

Vehicle Intended Response

Stop Sign and Road Marking

Road Marking
WARNING: Model 3 also slows down and stops at a roundabout. You must take over steering (which cancels
Autosteer) and press down on the drive stalk or briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm that you want to
continue through the roundabout.
WARNING: At crosswalks, Model 3 may slow down and may stop, depending on whether the crosswalk is
controlled by a traffic light and whether the cameras detect pedestrians, bicyclists, etc. in the crosswalk. Pay
particular attention at crosswalks and be prepared to take over at any time. Failure to do so can result in injury
or death.
Limitations
Depending on many different circumstances and environmental conditions, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control may
or may not stop at:
• Railroad crossings.
• Keep-out zones.
• Toll booths.
• Crosswalk systems.
• Yield signs or temporary traffic lights and stop signs (such as at construction areas).
• Miscellaneous traffic U-turn lights, bicycle and pedestrian crossing lights, lane availability lights, etc.
In addition, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is particularly unlikely to operate as intended, can disengage, or may
not operate, when one or more of the following conditions are present:
• Driving through consecutive light-controlled intersections that are very close to each other.
• Visibility is poor (heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) or weather conditions are interfering with camera or sensor
operation.
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• A camera is obstructed, covered, damaged, or not properly calibrated.
• Driving on a hill or on a road that has sharp curves on which the cameras are unable to see upcoming traffic lights
or stop signs.
• A traffic light, stop sign, or road marking is obstructed (for example, a tree, a large vehicle, etc.).
• Model 3 is being driven very close to a vehicle in front of it, which is blocking the view of a camera.
WARNING: The limitations listed above are not an exhaustive list of reasons why Model 3 may not operate as
expected. Many unforeseen circumstances can adversely impact the accurate operation of Traffic Light and
Stop Sign Control. Using this feature does not reduce or eliminate the need to drive attentively and
responsibly. You must be prepared to take appropriate and immediate action at all times.

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Autopark
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.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may
not be equipped with Autopark.
Autopark uses data to simplify parking on public roads by maneuvering Model 3 into parallel and perpendicular
parking spaces.
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as
environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
WARNING: Autopark's performance depends on the ability of the cameras and sensors (if equipped) to
determine the vehicle's proximity to curbs, objects, and other vehicles.
WARNING: Do not use Autopark if anything, such as a ball hitch, bike rack, or trailer, is attached to the tow
hitch. Autopark may not stop for hitches when parking between or in front of other vehicles.
Parameters
Autopark detects potential parking spaces based on the following parameters:
Perpendicular Parking
• Your driving speed must be below 8 mph (13 km/h). If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately
detect your desired parking space.
• The parking space must be at least 7.2 feet (2.2 meters) wide.
• The parking space must have at least three visible lines for the vehicle to park into, such as parking lines, road
markings, or distinct curbs. Autopark may not work in a garage, for example, without three visible parking lines.
• Autopark may not work with textured road surfaces such as cobblestone or brick.
Parallel Parking
• Your driving speed must be below 13 mph (21 km/h). If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately
detect your desired parking space.
• There must be a vehicle in front of the space you want to park in.
• A distinct curb or edge must be visible. Autopark may not correctly identify the parking space if the curb is not
distinct, such as grass or dirt.
NOTE: Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces.
To Use Autopark
When driving, follow these steps to allow Autopark to maneuver Model 3 into a parking space:
1. While driving slowly on a public road, monitor the touchscreen to determine when Autopark has detected a
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NOTE: The parking icon appears only if the vehicle's position and/or the circumstances of the surrounding area
are such that Autopark can determine an appropriate driving path. If Autopark cannot determine an appropriate
path (for example, when driving on a narrow street where moving into the parking space causes the front of the
vehicle to extend into the adjacent lane), you can either reposition the vehicle, find a different parking space, or
park manually.
2. Check to determine if the detected parking space is appropriate and safe. Pull forward and stop approximately
one car length ahead of the parking space (as you normally would when parallel parking or when backing into a
perpendicular parking space).
3. Release the steering wheel, shift Model 3 into Reverse, then touch Start Autopark on the touchscreen.
4. Autopark displays a message when parking is complete.
If you press the brake pedal when Autopark is actively parking Model 3, the parking process pauses until you touch
Resume on the touchscreen.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopark to find a parking space that is legal, suitable, and safe. Autopark may
not always detect objects in the parking space. Always perform visual checks to confirm that a parking space
is appropriate and safe.
WARNING: When Autopark is actively steering Model 3:
• Do not interfere with the movement of the steering wheel. Doing so cancels Autopark.
• Continually check your surroundings. Be prepared to apply the brakes to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or
objects.
• Monitor the touchscreen to ensure that you are aware of the instructions that Autopark is providing.

To Pause Parking
To pause Autopark, press the brake pedal once. Model 3 stops and remains stopped until you touch Resume on the
touchscreen.
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To Cancel Parking
Autopark cancels the parking sequence when you manually move the steering wheel, shift, or touch Cancel on the
touchscreen. Autopark also cancels parking when:
• The parking sequence exceeds seven moves.
• Model 3 detects that the driver is exiting the vehicle.
• A door is opened.
• You press the accelerator pedal.
• You press the brake pedal while Autopark is paused.
• An Automatic Emergency Braking event occurs (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 164).

Summon
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.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may
not be equipped with Summon, or the feature may not operate exactly as described.
Summon allows you to automatically park and retrieve Model 3 while you are standing outside the vehicle. Summon
moves Model 3 forward and reverse up to 39 feet (12 meters) in, or out of, a parking space.
To move Model 3 a longer distance while steering around objects, you can use Smart Summon (if equipped) and
your mobile phone. Smart Summon allows your vehicle to find you (or you can send your vehicle to a chosen
location). See #unique_315 on page .
WARNING: Summon is designed and intended for use only on parking lots and driveways on private property
where the surrounding area is familiar and predictable.
WARNING: Summon is a BETA feature. You must continually monitor the vehicle and its surroundings and stay
prepared to take immediate action at any time. It is the driver's responsibility to use Summon safely,
responsibly, and as intended. For more information about the limitations of Summon and conditions that may
interfere with its use, see Warnings and Limitations on page 155.
Before Using Summon
Before operating Summon, use the touchscreen to enable it and customize how you want it to work. Touch Controls
> Autopilot > Customize Summon and adjust the following settings to suit your preferences:
• Bumper Clearance: Set the distance that you want Summon to stop from a detected object (for example, you
may want Summon to stop within just a few inches of a garage wall). Note that this distance applies only to
objects that Summon detects directly in front of Model 3 when moving forward, or directly behind Model 3 when
reversing.
• Summon Distance: Set a maximum distance that Model 3 can travel when entering or exiting a parking space.
• Side Clearance: Choose an option to specify how much side clearance you want to allow. Tight allows Model 3 to
enter and exit very narrow parking spaces.
WARNING: Parking in a narrow space limits the ability of the cameras and sensors (if equipped) to
accurately detect the location of obstacles, increasing the risk of damage to Model 3 and/or surrounding
objects.
• Require Continuous Press: By default, Summon requires that you press and hold a button on the mobile app to
move Model 3 during the parking process. When Require Continuous Press is set to No, you can press and release
the button—you don't need to hold it down to keep the vehicle moving. Also, when Require Continuous Press is
set to No, you can operate Summon using the key fob accessory instead of the mobile app (see Operating
Summon with the Key Fob on page 152) and you can start a parking sequence from inside the vehicle (see
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• Use Auto HomeLink (if equipped): Set to ON if you want to activate HomeLink to open/close a programmed
HomeLink device (such as a gate or a garage door) during the parking process when using Summon. If enabled,
the device automatically opens and closes when Model 3 enters or exits during a Summon session. In a Smart
Summon session (if equipped), the device automatically opens when, at the beginning of a session, Smart
Summon detects that Model 3 is parked in a garage.
WARNING: Always ensure that Model 3 is fully in or out of a garage before HomeLink lowers the garage
door. Summon and Smart Summon (if equipped) cannot detect where an overhead door will lower.
NOTE: When enabled, the HomeLink device automatically opens and closes when using Summon, and
automatically opens as needed when using Smart Summon (if equipped). To automate HomeLink in other
situations (such as normal driving), you must adjust the HomeLink device's main settings by touching the
HomeLink icon at the top of the Controls screen (see Smart Garage on page 81).
The above settings, with the exception of HomeLink, apply only to Summon—not Smart Summon (if equipped) (see
Before Using Smart Summon on page 153). You cannot customize Smart Summon's bumper clearance, distance,
and side clearance. And when using Smart Summon, you must always hold down the button on the mobile app to
keep Model 3 moving. Also, Smart Summon operates with the mobile app only—not the key fob accessory. All
settings are retained until you manually change them.
Using Summon to Park and Retrieve your Vehicle
Follow these steps to use Summon to park your Model 3:
• Align Model 3 within 39 feet (12 meters) of the parking space so Model 3 can follow a straight path into or out of
the space in either Drive or Reverse.
• From outside the vehicle, initiate the parking maneuver by touching Summon on the mobile app, then holding
down the Forward or Reverse button.
NOTE: If the Require Continuous Press setting is No, you do not need to hold down the button, just press and
release.
NOTE: You can also initiate the parking maneuver from inside the vehicle (see Starting Summon Before Exiting
the Vehicle on page 152).
Summon shifts Model 3 into Drive or Reverse (based on the direction you specified) and drives into or out of the
parking space. When parking is complete, or if an obstacle is detected, Summon shifts Model 3 into Park. Summon
shifts Model 3 into Park when:
• Model 3 detects an obstacle in its driving path (within the Bumper Clearance setting that you specified).
• Summon has moved Model 3 the maximum distance of 39 feet (12 meters).
• You release the Forward or Reverse button (when Require Continuous Press is turned on).
• You press any button to manually stop Summon.
If you used Summon to park Model 3, you can then use Summon to return Model 3 back to its original position
(provided Model 3 has remained in Park), or to the maximum Summon Distance that you have specified (whichever
comes first). Simply specify the opposite direction on the mobile app and Summon moves Model 3 along the original
path, provided no obstructions have been introduced. If an obstacle is detected, Model 3 attempts to avoid the
obstacle while staying very close to its original path (Summon does not steer around obstacles).
NOTE: To use Summon to move Model 3 multiple times in the same direction (not to exceed the maximum of 39 feet
(12 meters), cancel Summon and then restart the parking process using the same direction.
NOTE: Although Summon can move Model 3 a short distance laterally to avoid an obstacle, it does not attempt to
steer around an obstacle to return Model 3 to its original driving path. Only Smart Summon (if equipped) can steer
Model 3 around objects.
NOTE: Summon requires that Model 3 can detect a valid key nearby.
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WARNING: Model 3 cannot detect obstacles that are located lower than the bumper, are very narrow, or are
hanging from a ceiling (for example, bicycles). In addition, many unforeseen circumstances can impair
Summon's ability to move in or out of a parking space and, as a result, Summon may not move Model 3
appropriately. Therefore, you must continually monitor the vehicle's movement and its surroundings and
remain prepared to stop Model 3 at any time.
Operating Summon with the Key Fob

NOTE: Summon may not operate if the battery is low on the key fob accessory.
Follow these steps to park Model 3 from outside the vehicle using the key fob accessory:
1. On the touchscreen, ensure that Require Continuous Press is disabled (touch Controls > Autopilot > Customize
Summon > Require Continuous Press).
2. With Model 3 in Park, stand within 10 feet (three meters) and press and hold the top center button on the key fob
accessory (Lock/Unlock All button) until the hazard lights blink continuously.
NOTE: The hazard lights flash once as Model 3 locks, then within five seconds, Model 3 powers on and the hazard
lights flash continuously. Do not proceed to the next step until the hazard lights are flashing. If, after five seconds,
the hazard lights are not flashing, release the button on the key fob accessory, move closer to Model 3, and try
again. If Summon receives no further input within ten seconds, Summon cancels.
3. Press the Front Trunk button on the key fob accessory to move Model 3 forward into the parking space, or press
the Rear Trunk button to reverse Model 3 into the parking space.
Starting Summon Before Exiting the Vehicle

To start a Summon parking sequence before exiting Model 3:
1. On the touchscreen, ensure that Require Continuous Press is disabled (touch Controls > Autopilot > Customize
Summon > Require Continuous Press).
2. Close all doors and trunks.
3. With Model 3 powered on and Park engaged, double press the Park button on the drive stalk. The touchscreen
displays a popup screen.
4. On the touchscreen, choose the direction of travel.
5. Exit Model 3 and close the driver's door.
Summon now moves Model 3 according to the direction you specified on the touchscreen.
NOTE: To cancel the parking maneuver before exiting the vehicle, touch Cancel on the popup screen.
NOTE: If you do not choose a direction of travel on the touchscreen, Summon does not start a parking maneuver
when you exit.
Stopping or Canceling Summon

Stop Model 3 at any time while Summon is active by using the mobile app or by pressing any button on the key fob
accessory. Summon also cancels when:
• A door handle is engaged or a door is opened.
• You interact with the steering wheel, brake pedal, accelerator pedal, or shift.
• Model 3 detects an obstacle.
• Summon has moved Model 3 the maximum distance of approximately 39 feet (12 meters).
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Smart Summon
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.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may
not be equipped with Smart Summon, or the feature may not operate exactly as described.
Smart Summon is designed to allow you to move Model 3 to your location (using your phone's GPS as a target
destination) or to a location of your choice, maneuvering around and stopping for objects as necessary. Smart
Summon works with the Tesla mobile app when your phone is located within approximately 213 feet (65 meters) of
Model 3. Smart Summon maneuvers Model 3 out of parking spaces and around corners. This is useful for moving
Model 3 out of a tight parking spot, through puddles, or helping you retrieve your car while carrying packages. You
must maintain a clear line of sight between you and Model 3 and closely monitor the vehicle and its surroundings at
all times.
CAUTION: Smart Summon is designed and intended for use only on parking lots and driveways located on
private property where the surrounding area is familiar and predictable. Do not use Smart Summon on public
roads.
WARNING: Smart Summon must only be used on paved surfaces.
WARNING: Smart Summon is a BETA feature. You must continually monitor the vehicle and its surroundings
and stay prepared to take immediate action at any time. It is the driver's responsibility to use Smart Summon
safely, responsibly, and as intended. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the limitations of Smart
Summon (see Limitations and Warnings on page 155).
Before Using Smart Summon
• Download the latest version of the Tesla mobile app to your phone, and ensure your phone has cellular service
and GPS enabled.
• Your phone must be connected to Model 3 and located within approximately 213 feet (65 meters).
• The vehicle's cameras must be fully calibrated (see Drive to Calibrate Cameras on page 25).
• You must have a clear line of sight to Model 3.
• Model 3 must be in Park, not charging, and all doors and trunks must be closed.
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as
environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
Using Smart Summon
1. Open the Tesla mobile app, and press Summon.
2. Press the Smart Summon icon located in the center of the image of your Model 3. It may take several seconds for
Smart Summon to start up.
NOTE: You can use Standby Mode to eliminate the delay that occurs when Smart Summon is starting up (see
Standby Mode on page 154).
The mobile app displays a map with a blue circle, which represents the maximum proximity of 213 feet (65
meters) that you must maintain between your phone and Model 3. The blue dot on the map represents your
location, and the red arrow represents the vehicle.
3. Position yourself anywhere within the blue circle where you have a clear line of sight to Model 3.
4. You can now operate Smart Summon using either of these modes:
◦ Come to Me mode: Press and hold the Come to Me button. Model 3 moves to your GPS location. As you move,
Model 3 follows you. When Model 3 reaches you, it stops and shifts into park.
◦ Go to Target mode: Touch the crosshair icon then drag the map to position the pin on a chosen destination.
Press and hold the Go to Target button. Model 3 moves to the destination. When reaching the location, Model
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NOTE: To subsequently change the location, lift your finger, reposition the map, then press and hold Go to
Target again.
To stop Model 3 at any time, simply release the Come to Me or Go to Target button.
The map's crosshair icon toggles between Go to Target and Come to Me modes. When Come to Me
mode is selected, the icon is blue.
NOTE: The map also has an icon that allows you to display/hide satellite imagery.

Immediately after initiating Smart Summon in either mode, hazard lights briefly flash, mirrors fold, and Model 3 shifts
into Drive or Reverse. Model 3 then slowly moves to within 3 feet (1 meter) of you (Come to Me) or your chosen
destination (Go to Target), navigating obstacles as needed. As Model 3 moves, the corresponding red arrow on the
map also moves to show the vehicle’s location. As you move, the corresponding blue dot also moves to show your
location.
In either mode, Model 3 stops moving and shifts into park when:
• You release the button on the mobile app.
• The maximum proximity between your phone and Model 3 is exceeded (if moving the vehicle to a destination
away from you, you may need to follow the car to maintain this distance).
• The driving path is blocked.
• Model 3 has moved the maximum distance of 475 feet (145 meters) since the start of the Smart Summon session,
or has moved 492 feet (150 meters) away from the location from which the vehicle was last driven manually.
NOTE: If Smart Summon moves Model 3 forward three feet and then backwards two feet, this is considered five
feet of travel.
NOTE: There is no need to look at the mobile app—just hold down the button while keeping your eye on Model 3 and
its driving path at all times, remaining ready to release the button to stop the vehicle if needed.
If equipped and Auto HomeLink is enabled for Summon (touch Controls > Autopilot > Customize Summon > Use
Auto HomeLink), Smart Summon automatically opens a HomeLink device if you start the Smart Summon maneuver
when Model 3 is located inside a garage. The mobile app informs you that the door has opened.
WARNING: When you release the button to stop Model 3, a slight delay occurs before the vehicle stops.
Therefore, it is critical that you pay close attention to the vehicle’s driving path at all times and proactively
anticipate obstacles that the vehicle may be unable to detect.
WARNING: Use extreme caution when using Smart Summon in environments where movement of obstacles
can be unpredictable. For example, where people, children or animals are present.
WARNING: Smart Summon may not stop for all objects (especially very low objects such as some curbs, or
very high objects such as a shelf) and may not react to all oncoming or side traffic. Pay attention and be ready
to stop Model 3 at all times by releasing the button on the mobile app.
Standby Mode
To keep Model 3 ready to Summon and reduce the time it takes to warm up, turn on Standby Mode. Touch Controls
> Autopilot > Standby Mode. When Standby Mode is turned on, you can conserve Battery energy by disabling
Standby Mode at these locations:
• Exclude Home - Disables Standby Mode at the location you set as Home in your Favorites list.
• Exclude Work - Disables Standby Mode at the location you set as Work in your Favorites list.
• Exclude Favorites - Disables Standby Mode at any location in your Favorites list.
NOTE: To conserve energy, Smart Summon automatically exits Standby mode from midnight to 6:00 am. During
these hours, a delay occurs as Smart Summon starts up.
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NOTE: For details on how to designate a location as Home, Work, or Favorites, see Home, Work, and Favorite
Destinations on page 192.
Stopping or Canceling Smart Summon
Smart Summon stops Model 3 whenever you release the button on the mobile app. To resume the Smart Summon
session, simply press the Come to Me or Go to Target button again.
WARNING: Always anticipate when you need to stop Model 3. Depending on the quality of the connectivity
between the phone and Model 3, there may be a slight delay between when you release the button and when
the car stops.
Smart Summon cancels, and requires you to restart it, when:
• A door handle is engaged or a door is opened.
• You interact with the steering wheel, brake pedal, accelerator pedal, or shift.
• Model 3 is blocked by an obstacle.
• Smart Summon has moved Model 3 the maximum distance. To move further than this distance, you must shift
Model 3 into Drive or Reverse and then re-initiate a Smart Summon session.
• Your phone enters sleep mode or loses connectivity to Model 3.

Limitations and Warnings
Read the following warnings and limitations carefully before using Autopilot. Failure to follow all warnings and
instructions can result in property damage, serious injury or death.
NOTE: Ensure all cameras are clean before each drive and before using Autopilot features (see Cleaning a Camera
on page 247). Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings,
can affect Autopilot performance. If a camera is obstructed or blinded, Model 3 displays a message on the
touchscreen and Autopilot features may not be available.
This topic includes warnings, cautions, and limitations pertaining to the following Autopilot and Full Self-Driving
(Beta) features.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle
may not be equipped with all features listed below, or a feature may not operate as described.
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
• Autosteer
• Auto Lane Change
• Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning
• Navigate on Autopilot
• Full Self-Driving (Beta)
• Autopark
• Summon
• Smart Summon
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
While using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, it is the driver’s responsibility to stay alert, drive safely, and be in control
of the vehicle at all times. Always keep your eyes on the road when driving and be prepared to take corrective
action as needed.
In addition, it is the driver’s responsibility to cruise at a safe speed and maintain a safe following distance based on
road conditions and applicable speed limits. Be aware of the following limitations while Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
is active.

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• There may be situations where the cruising speed may not change when the speed limit changes.
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control does not adapt driving speed based on road and driving conditions. Do not use
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on winding roads with sharp curves, on icy or slippery road surfaces, or when
weather conditions (such as heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) make it inappropriate to drive at a consistent speed.
• Do not rely on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to maintain an accurate or appropriate following distance.
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may be unable to provide adequate speed control because of limited braking
capability and hills. It can also misjudge the distance from a vehicle ahead. Driving downhill can increase driving
speed, causing Model 3 to exceed your set speed (and potentially the road's speed limit).
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may occasionally cause Model 3 to brake when not required or when you are not
expecting it. This can be caused by closely following a vehicle ahead, detecting vehicles or objects in adjacent
lanes (especially on curves), etc.
• Due to limitations inherent in the onboard GPS (Global Positioning System), you may experience situations in
which Model 3 slows down, especially near exits or off-ramps where a curve is detected and/or you are
navigating to a destination and not following the route.
• In some cases (such as having insufficient data), Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may not automatically reduce the
set speed on the highway interchange or off-ramp.
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may not detect all objects and, especially when cruising over 50 mph (80 km/h),
may not brake/decelerate when a vehicle or object is only partially in the driving lane or when a vehicle you are
following moves out of your driving path and a stationary or slow-moving vehicle or object is in front of you.
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may react to vehicles or objects that either do not exist, or are not in your lane of
travel, causing Model 3 to slow down unnecessarily or inappropriately.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is particularly unlikely to operate as intended in the following types of
situations:
• The road has sharp curves.
• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the
camera(s).
• A camera or sensor (if equipped) is obstructed (fogged over, dirty, covered by a sticker, etc.).
WARNING: The list above does not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper
operation of Traffic-Aware Cruise Control. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control can cancel unexpectedly at any time for
unforeseen reasons. Always watch the road in front of you and stay prepared to take appropriate action. It is
the driver's responsibility to be in control of Model 3 at all times.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is designed for your driving comfort and convenience and is not a
collision warning or avoidance system. Never depend on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to adequately slow down
Model 3. Always watch the road in front of you and be prepared to take corrective action at all times. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Although Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists, never
depend on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to adequately slow Model 3 down for them. Failure to do so can result
in serious injury or death.
Autosteer
WARNING: Autosteer is a hands-on feature. Keep your hands on the steering wheel at all times, be mindful of
road conditions and surrounding traffic, and always be prepared to take immediate action. Failure to follow
these instructions could cause damage, serious injury or death.
WARNING: Autosteer is intended for use on controlled-access highways with a fully attentive driver. Do not use
Autosteer in construction zones, or in areas where bicyclists or pedestrians may be present.
Never depend on Autosteer to determine an appropriate driving path. Autosteer and its associated functions are
particularly unlikely to operate as intended when:

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• Autosteer is unable to accurately determine lane markings. For example, lane markings are excessively worn, have
visible previous markings, have been adjusted due to road construction, are changing quickly (lanes branching
off, crossing over, or merging), objects or landscape features are casting strong shadows on the lane markings, or
the road surface contains pavement seams or other high-contrast lines.
• Visibility is poor (heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) or weather conditions are interfering with sensor operation.