Connectivity
Smart Garage
myQ
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If equipped, Cybertruck can intelligently connect to your myQ smart garage, which allows you to
remotely monitor and control your garage door from the vehicle's touchscreen. This is convenient if
you forget to close your garage door, want to allow friends and family inside, or need the garage to
open or close automatically when your vehicle is detected nearby.

Follow these steps to set up myQ on your vehicle:
1. Your garage door must be myQ compatible. Navigate to Controls > Garage icon. Use the myQ Compatibility tool
(https://www.myq.com/app/myq-compatibility) to determine this.
2. Ensure your garage is Wi-Fi compatible. myQ uses Wi-Fi to communicate with your smart phone and vehicle.
Some garages will have a Wi-Fi or myQ symbol on the hub. Your garage must have a strong Wi-Fi signal to
control and monitor your garage through your vehicle.
NOTE: If your garage is not compatible, you may be able to purchase an external myQ hub to use this feature.
3. Download the myQ app from your smart phone's app store. Use the app to set up your account information and
pair the garage to your phone. myQ requires a paid subscription, which you can purchase in the app.
4. Check that your vehicle is running the latest available software version and has Wi-Fi or LTE connectivity.
5. Navigate to Controls > Locks > myQ Connected Garage > Link Account and follow the instructions to pair the
garage with Cybertruck. Once paired, monitoring and controlling the garage becomes available on the
touchscreen, where you can further customize myQ.
For more information, questions, or troubleshooting assistance, visit www.myQ.com/Tesla.

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Starting and Powering Off
Starting
When you open a door to enter Cybertruck, the touchscreen powers on and you can operate all controls. To shift
Cybertruck, press the brake pedal and swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's drive mode strip
(see Shifting on page 98).
If Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Cybertruck automatically selects Drive or Reverse based on the detected
surroundings . Pressing the brake pedal shifts the vehicle into the selected drive mode displayed on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip (provided the driver's door is closed and the driver's seat belt is buckled), and
pressing the accelerator moves the vehicle in that direction.
NOTE: To turn Auto Shift out of Park on or off, touch Controls > Dynamics > Auto Shift out of Park.
Before accelerating when Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, check the touchscreen to make sure that Cybertruck has
shifted into the drive mode you want (Drive or Reverse). If the selection is not correct, or if Auto Shift out of Park is
not enabled, swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's drive mode strip to choose a new drive
mode. See Shifting on page 98.
NOTE: If PIN to Drive is enabled (see PIN to Drive on page 184), you must enter a valid PIN on the touchscreen
before you can drive Cybertruck.
Everything you need to know when driving Cybertruck displays on the touchscreen.
Drive Disabled - Requires Authentication
If Cybertruck does not detect a key when you press the brake (a phone key is not detected or two minutes have
passed since you used the key card), the touchscreen displays a message telling you that driving requires
authentication.
If you see this message, place the key card in either phone dock where the RFID transmitter can read it. The twominute authentication period restarts and you can start Cybertruck by pressing the brake pedal.

A number of factors can affect whether Cybertruck can detect a phone key (for example, the device's battery is low
or dead and is no longer able to communicate using Bluetooth).
Always keep your phone key or a key card with you. After driving, your key is needed to restart Cybertruck. And
when you leave the vehicle, you must bring your key with you to lock Cybertruck, either manually or automatically.

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Powering Off
When you finish driving and shift into Park, simply exit the vehicle. When you leave Cybertruck with your phone key,
it powers off automatically, turning off the touchscreen.
Cybertruck also powers off automatically after being in Park for 30 minutes, even if you are sitting in the driver’s
seat.
Although usually not needed, you can power off Cybertruck while sitting in the driver’s seat, provided the vehicle is
not moving. Touch Controls > Safety > Power Off. Cybertruck automatically powers back on after a short period if
you press the brake pedal or touch the touchscreen.
NOTE: Cybertruck automatically shifts into Park whenever it determines that you are exiting the vehicle (for
example, the driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is almost at a standstill). If you shift into Neutral, your
vehicle shifts into Park when you open the door to exit. To keep your vehicle in Neutral, you will need to activate
Transport Mode (see Instructions for Transporters on page 284).

Power Cycling the Vehicle
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You can power cycle Cybertruck if it demonstrates unusual behavior or displays a nondescript alert.
NOTE: If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, reboot it before you power cycle the
vehicle (see Restarting the Touchscreen on page 10).
1. Shift into Park.
2. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Safety > Power Off.
3. Wait for at least two minutes without interacting with the vehicle. Do not open the doors, touch the brake pedal,
touch the touchscreen, etc.
4. After two minutes, open the door to wake the vehicle.

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Shifting
Shift Using the Touchscreen
When you press the brake pedal when Cybertruck is parked, the drive mode strip displays on the driver's side of the
touchscreen. Use the drive mode strip to shift Cybertruck: Swipe up for Drive, swipe down for Reverse, or press the
drive mode strip for Park.

The touchscreen always shows which gear Cybertruck is in, but the drive mode strip is hidden when driving at
highway speeds. To show the drive mode strip at any time, swipe right from the left edge of the touchscreen.
To shift into Park when driving below 5 mph (8 km/h), touch the drive mode strip while pressing the brake pedal. In
emergency situations when driving above 5 mph (8 km/h), press and hold the gear strip to slowly bring the vehicle
to a stop.
NOTE: To shift from Drive into Reverse or vice versa, the driving speed must be less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
The touchscreen is the preferred method to manually shift. However, in the unlikely situation in which the
touchscreen is unavailable and therefore can't be used, the drive mode selector on the overhead console
automatically activates and must be used to shift (see Shift Using the Overhead Console on page 99).
If you try to shift when it is prohibited by the current driving speed, the touchscreen displays an alert, a chime
sounds, and the drive mode does not change.

Auto Shift out of Park
Auto Shift out of Park is a BETA feature and is disabled by default. When disabled, use the touchscreen or the
overhead console to manually shift. To enable Auto Shift out of Park, touch Controls > Dynamics > Auto Shift out of
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When Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Cybertruck is designed to automatically select Drive or Reverse. The
touchscreen displays the selected drive mode when the driver's door is closed and seat belt is buckled.
To override the selection, press the brake pedal and use the drive mode strip on touchscreen to shift into your
desired drive mode (Drive, Reverse, Park; see Shift Using the Touchscreen on page 98).
Confirm the drive mode selection and follow the instructions on the touchscreen before you press the accelerator.
WARNING: As always, be aware of your vehicle and surroundings before driving. Never rely on Cybertruck to
automatically select a suitable drive mode without confirming the selection before you start to drive.
If Auto Shift out of Park is unavailable, the touchscreen displays a message.
Cybertruck automatically selects a drive mode when:
• Auto Shift out of Park is enabled.
• Cybertruck is in Park.
• The driver's seat belt is fastened.
• The brake pedal is pressed.
• All doors and trunks are closed.
• The drive mode selector on the overhead console is not activated (see Shift Using the Overhead Console on page
99).
• The cameras are free of obstructions (see Cameras on page 28) and Cybertruck has enough input to make a
selection.
NOTE: Cybertruck does not automatically select drive modes in Valet Mode.

Shift Using the Overhead Console
In addition to manually shifting on the touchscreen, you can shift by pressing P, R, N or D located on the overhead
console. In most situations, these buttons are not available until you press one of the buttons to activate it. When
active, the LEDs associated with each button illuminate and when you select P, R, N or D, the associated LED
illuminates.
In situations where the touchscreen is unavailable (for example, experiencing a technical issue), or Cybertruck is in
Valet or Transport Mode, the drive mode selector on the overhead console illuminates automatically and there is no
need to touch it.
NOTE: You can also activate the drive mode selector on the overhead console by simultaneously and briefly pressing
both scroll buttons on the steering wheel. However, if you press and hold both buttons simultaneously, the drive
mode selector activates and the touchscreen restarts (see Restarting the Touchscreen on page 10).
NOTE: The front trunk must be closed to shift using the overhead console.

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1. Park
2. Reverse
3. Neutral
4. Drive
NOTE: When the touchscreen is available for shifting and you have manually activated the drive mode selector on
the overhead console, the overhead console automatically deactivates if you don't shift after a short amount of time.

Park
To manually shift into Park, press the brake pedal and touch the Park button on the touchscreen's drive mode strip. If
the touchscreen is unavailable, press Park on the drive mode selector located on the overhead console.
Cybertruck automatically shifts into Park to prevent roll-away while driving in low speeds. This happens whenever
you connect a charge cable, unbuckle your seat belt, or open the door while in Drive or Neutral. Ensure the charge
cable is removed, buckle your seat belt, and close the door before shifting out of Park.
Attempting to engage the parking brake above 5 mph (8 km/h) will result in emergency braking (see Braking and
Stopping on page 117).
NOTE: In emergency situations, if the brakes are not functioning properly, you can press and hold the Park button on
the touchscreen's drive mode strip to apply the brakes and remove drive torque while the button is held. Do not use
this method to stop the vehicle unless absolutely necessary.
NOTE: You must always press the brake pedal to shift out of Park.
CAUTION: Cybertruck will not shift out of Park if a charge cable is plugged in, or if the charge port is unable to
determine whether a charging cable is plugged in. In situations when Cybertruck does not shift out of Park,
check the touchscreen for instructions on how to proceed.
WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to always ensure the vehicle is in Park before exiting. Never rely on
Cybertruck to automatically shift into Park for you.

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Drive
To manually shift into Drive, swipe up on the drive mode strip located on the touchscreen or, if the touchscreen is
unavailable, press D on the drive mode selector located on the overhead console. You can shift into Drive when
Cybertruck is stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Reverse.

Reverse
To manually shift into Reverse, swipe down on the drive mode strip located on the touchscreen or, if the touchscreen
is unavailable, press R on the drive mode selector located on the overhead console. You can shift into Reverse when
Cybertruck is stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Drive.

Neutral
Neutral allows Cybertruck to roll freely when you are not pressing the brake pedal. To shift into Neutral, do any of the
following:
• Open Controls, then press and hold the Neutral icon on the drive mode strip until Cybertruck engages Neutral.
• Choose Neutral from the drive mode selector on the overhead console.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal to shift out of Neutral if Cybertruck is moving slower than approximately 5
mph (8 km/h).
Cybertruck automatically shifts into Park when you open the driver's door to exit the vehicle unless the vehicle is in
certain modes such as Transport or Car Wash Mode which allows the vehicle to stay in Neutral even when you leave.

Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Transport Mode)
To keep Cybertruck in Neutral when you exit, allowing it to roll freely (for example, pulling onto a flatbed truck), you
must activate Transport mode:
1. Shift into Park.
2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Touch Controls > Service > Towing. The touchscreen displays a message reminding you how to properly transport
Cybertruck.
4. Press the Transport Mode. It turns blue to show that Cybertruck is now in Transport Mode. Cybertruck is now
free-rolling and can slowly be rolled (no faster than walking speed) for short distances or winched (for example,
onto a flatbed truck).
For more information on Transport Mode, see Activate Transport Mode on page 286.
NOTE: In Transport mode, Cybertruck does not shift into a drive mode. You must first cancel Transport mode by
touching Transport Mode again. Transport mode also cancels if you use the touchscreen or drive mode selector on
the overhead console to shift into Park or if you manually apply the parking brake by touching Controls > Safety >
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Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel Position
To adjust the steering wheel, touch Controls and touch the Steering icon.

Use the left scroll button on the steering wheel to move the steering wheel to the desired position:
• To adjust the height/tilt angle of the steering wheel, roll the left scroll button up or down.
• To move the steering wheel closer to you, or further away from you, press the left scroll button to the left or right.
You can also customize what you want the left scroll wheel button to control, such as Climate or Dashcam status.
WARNING: Do not make steering wheel adjustments while driving.

Overview of Buttons
Cybertruck features stalkless driving in which all controls you need when driving are accessible on the steering
wheel.

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Left buttons:
1. Right turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 113)
2. High beam headlights* (see Headlights on page 111)
3. Multi-functional button (non-functional)
4. Left scroll button (see Left Scroll Button on page 104)
5. Left turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 113)

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Right Buttons:
1. Cameras (see Cameras on page 28)
2. Wiper* (see Windshield Wiper and Washers on page 115)
3. Right scroll button (see Right Scroll Button on page 106)
4. Voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 26)
5. Cruise control indicator (non-functional)
*The behaviors associated with the buttons for headlight high beams (Headlights on page 111) and wiper (Windshield
Wiper and Washers on page 115) vary depending on whether you press or press and hold the button.
NOTE: If you are experiencing issues with the touchscreen (such as a missing feed from the front- or rear-facing
camera), hold down both the left and right scroll buttons simultaneously while Cybertruck is parked to restart it (see
Restarting the Touchscreen on page 10).

Left Scroll Button
Use the left scroll button to adjust the position of the mirrors and steering wheel. The left scroll button also controls
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• When using media player, push the button to the left to go back to the previous song or station or push it to the
right to skip to the next song or station.
• Roll the scroll button up to increase and down to decrease the volume.
NOTE: The scroll button adjusts the volume for media and phone calls based on what is currently in use. As you
adjust the volume, the touchscreen displays the volume level and whether you are adjusting volume for media or
phone.
• To mute the media volume, or to pause/play an audio file, push the scroll button.
• When adjusting mirrors, push the button to the left/right to move the associated mirror inward/outward and up/
down to position the mirror upward or downward (see Mirrors on page 108).
• When adjusting the position of the steering wheel, roll the button up/down to adjust the tilt/angle and press the
button to the left or right to move the steering wheel closer or further (see Adjusting the Steering Wheel Position
on page 102).
• When a menu displays on the touchscreen from which you can choose options (for example, the wiper controls),
use the scroll button to choose an option (up, down, left, or right) and push the button to confirm your choice.
• For incoming calls, press the scroll button to answer. During the call, press the scroll button again to hang up.
• Hold down the left scroll button to access the default action set or configure a new default action. Follow the
directions on the touchscreen.
Left Scroll Button Customization
Choose from a list to create quick access to a function by touching Controls > Display > Scroll Wheel Function.
Selecting a function sets the default action when you long press the left scroll button, unless you select Ask each
time.

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Right Scroll Button
Use the right scroll button to control Autopilot features such as Autosteer and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control:

• When driving, push and release the button to engage Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Autopilot
Features on page 153). If Autopilot Activation is set to Double Click (touch Controls > Autopilot Activation >
Autosteer Activation), a single push engages Traffic-Aware Cruise Control only and you must push and release
the button twice to engage Autosteer. Once Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is active, pushing the
button cancels it.
• When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer is engaged, roll the scroll button up to increase or down to
decrease the set speed, or push the button to the left or right to adjust the distance you want to maintain from a
vehicle traveling ahead of you (see While Using Autopilot on page 157).

Heated Steering Wheel
To warm up the steering wheel, touch the temperature icon on the touchscreen to display climate controls (see
Operating Climate Controls on page 192), then touch the steering wheel icon. When turned on, radiant heat keeps
the steering wheel at a comfortable temperature.
To turn the heated steering wheel off, use the climate controls or the Tesla mobile app (see Mobile App on page 86).

Horn
To sound the horn, press and hold the center pad on the steering wheel.

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Steer-by-Wire
Cybertruck uses steer-by-wire technology, which means that there is no mechanical connection between the
steering wheel and the wheels. Instead, sensors in the steering column communicate electronically with the steering
racks. As a result, steering Cybertruck feels more responsive and requires less effort from the driver.
Cybertruck also has four-wheel steering. When the driver turns the steering wheel, all four wheels respond. This
gives Cybertruck a tighter turning radius.
Emergency Operation
The steer-by-wire system is controlled by multiple redundant sensors and actuators. In the unlikely case that
Cybertruck detects an issue, an alert displays on the touchscreen, a chime sounds, and Cybertruck gradually reduces
drive torque while informing you to pull over.
NOTE: This alert does not mean that Cybertruck has lost steering, or that the steer-by-wire system has failed. This
alert indicates a possible issue with one of the redundant systems.
Once pulled over, you can attempt to recover the system by performing a vehicle power cycle (see Power Cycling
the Vehicle on page 97). If the power cycle attempt is unsuccessful, an override is available for low-speed
maneuvering to position the vehicle for transporting on a flatbed truck (see Instructions for Transporters on page
284).

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Mirrors
Adjusting Exterior Mirrors

Adjust the exterior mirrors by touching Controls > Mirrors. Press the left scroll button on the steering wheel to
choose whether you are adjusting the Left or Right mirror. Then, use the left scroll button as follows to adjust the
selected mirror to its desired position:
• To angle the mirror up or down, roll the left scroll button up or down.
• To angle the mirror inward or outward, press the left scroll button to the left or right.

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You can save your side mirror position in your driver profile for your convenience.
Mirror Auto Tilt automatically tilts mirrors downward when backing up. To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls
> Mirrors > Mirror Auto Tilt. To adjust the auto-tilt position, make mirror adjustments with Cybertruck shifted into
Reverse. When you shift out of Reverse, mirrors tilt back to their normal (upward) position. But now that you have
adjusted them for backing up, they automatically tilt to the selected downward position whenever you shift into
Reverse.
When certain environmental conditions are met, the exterior side mirrors dim automatically (for example, in low light
conditions or to reduce glare when driving at night). To enable or disable this feature, touch Controls > Mirrors >
Mirror Auto Dim.
NOTE: Both exterior mirrors have heaters that can be controlled through Climate.

Folding Mirrors
To manually fold and unfold exterior mirrors (for example, if parking in a narrow garage, tight space, etc.), touch
Controls > Fold/Unfold Mirrors.
Unfold the mirrors by touching Controls > Unfold Mirrors. If the mirrors are still folded when you begin driving, they
will automatically unfold when your speed reaches 31 mph (50 km/h). You cannot fold a mirror when driving over 31
mph (50 km/h).
To set the mirrors to fold automatically whenever you exit and lock Cybertruck touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror
Auto Fold. The mirrors unfold automatically when you unlock Cybertruck.

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You can also set mirrors to fold automatically whenever you arrive at a specific location, which saves you from
having to manually fold them each time you arrive at a frequented place. To set up, stop at the location you want to
save (or drive at less than 3 mph (6 km/h)), and fold the mirrors. Touch Save Location when it appears briefly on the
Fold Mirrors control.
If you no longer want mirrors to fold automatically, touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors when they fold at the saved
location, then touch Remove Location.
When you leave the saved location, the mirrors will unfold automatically when your speed reaches 3 mph (6 km/h)
or if you touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors.
CAUTION: Mirrors may not automatically fold if you return to a saved location and are driving faster than 3
mph (6 km/h).
NOTE: You can override the automatic folding/unfolding of mirrors at any time (for example, Cybertruck has no
power) by pushing the mirror assembly away from you to unfold, or pulling it toward you to fold.
NOTE: If you expect ice to accumulate when Cybertruck is parked, turn off Mirror Auto Fold. Accumulation of ice
can prevent exterior side mirrors from folding or unfolding. See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 198 for
information on how to ensure your mirrors function properly in cold weather.
You can integrate auto-folding mirrors with MyQ (see Smart Garage on page 95).

Rear View Mirror

Adjust the rear view mirror manually.

Vanity Mirrors
To expose and illuminate the vanity mirror, fold the sun visor downwards, then use the tab to lower the mirror cover.
The tab can stick to the lower portion of the visor to keep it in place. After closing the mirror cover, the light turns
off. See Sun Visors and Vanity Mirrors on page 42 for more information.

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Lights
Overview
Cybertruck has convenience lights that automatically turn on and off based on what you are doing. For example,
interior lights, marker lights, signature lights, door handle lights, and puddle lights turn on when you unlock
Cybertruck, when you open a door, and when you shift into Park. They turn off automatically after a minute or two
when you shift out of Park, or when you lock your vehicle.
Touch Controls > Lights to control the lights.
NOTE: You can also access an abbreviated lights menu while driving by touching the headlights button on the
steering wheel. A lights menu displays on the touchscreen, providing quick access to headlight controls.
• Headlights: Exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, signature lights, side marker lights, parking lights, and license
plate lights) are set to Auto each time you start Cybertruck. When set to Auto, exterior lights automatically turn
on when driving in low lighting conditions. If you change to a different setting, lights always revert to Auto on
your next drive.
Touch one of these options to change the exterior light setting until adjusted again or the next time you drive:
◦ Off: Exterior lights turn off. When driving, daytime running lights may remain on based on regulations in
various market regions.
◦ Parking: Parking lights, side marker lights, the tail light bar, and license plate lights turn on.
◦ On: Low beam headlights, side marker lights, parking lights, signature lights, and license plate lights turn on.
• Dome Lights: Turn the interior dome (map) lights on or off. If set to Auto all interior dome lights turn on when
you unlock your vehicle, open a door upon exiting, or shift into Park.
Cybertruck is also equipped with a rear dome light on each side of the rear seats, located next to the coat
hangers (see Coat Hangers on page 74).
NOTE: To manually turn an individual dome light on or off, press the lens. If you leave a dome light on, it turns off
when Cybertruck powers off. If the vehicle was already powered off when you manually turned the light on, it
turns off after 60 minutes.
• Ambient Lights: When enabled, interior ambient lights turn on whenever the headlights are on.
• Accent Lights: Choose Off, On, or Auto. When set to Auto, interior accent lights turn on based on sunrise/sunset,
and when Cybertruck is parked. Customize the color of the lights to your preference.
• Footwell Lights: When headlights are enabled, footwell lights illuminate the front and rear footwells. Footwell
lights will also enable when you unlock your vehicle, open a door upon entry/exit, or shift into Park.
• Bed Lights: The lights running on the sides of the truck cargo bed can be set to Off, On, or Auto. When set to
Auto, the bed lights turn on when Cybertruck is parked and the tonneau cover or tailgate is open. You can also
toggle the tailgate button to turn the bed lights on or off for your convenience. See Cargo Bed on page 79 for
more information.
CAUTION: Ensure the headlights and tail lights are On during low visibility conditions (for example, when it is
dark, foggy, snowy, or the road is wet, etc.). The tail lights are off while daytime running lights are on. Failure to
do so can cause damage or serious injury.

Headlights
The following indicator lights are visible on the touchscreen to show the status of the headlights. If none of these
indicator lights are on, the headlights are off.

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Low beam headlights are on.

The headlights are on. Illuminates when headlights are on but the Auto High Beam setting is turned off
or if the Auto High Beam setting is turned on but is temporarily unavailable.

High beams are currently turned on, and Auto High Beam is ready to turn off the high beams if light is
detected in front of Cybertruck.

High beams are temporarily turned off because Auto High Beam is operating and light is detected in
front of Cybertruck. When light is no longer detected, high beam headlights automatically turn back
on.

Use the headlights button on the left side of the steering wheel to control the headlights:
• Press and quickly release to flash headlights.
• Press and hold to turn on headlights - the touchscreen displays a brief timer and you must hold for the duration
of the timer to latch the headlights to the on position. When headlights are on, press the button a second time to
turn them off.
When you touch or press the headlights button on the left side of the steering wheel, the touchscreen displays an
abbreviated lights menu to provide quick access to control headlights, fog lights (if equipped), and the Auto High
Beam setting. Use the touchscreen to choose options from this menu.

Auto High Beam

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The headlights can automatically switch to low beam when there is light detected in front of Cybertruck (for
example, from an oncoming vehicle). To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Lights > Auto High Beam. Your
chosen setting is retained until you manually change it.
NOTE: Auto High Beam is automatically enabled when Autosteer is engaged. To switch to low beam headlights,
press the headlights button on the steering wheel. Auto High Beam is re-enabled every time Autosteer is activated.
WARNING: Auto High Beam is a convenience only feature and is subject to limitations. It is the driver's
responsibility to make sure that headlights are always appropriately adjusted for weather conditions and
driving circumstances.

Turn Signals
To engage a turn signal, press the corresponding arrow button on the left side of the steering wheel. A turn signal
cancels based on the angle of the steering wheel (for example, you finish making a turn). You can also cancel a turn
signal by pressing the turn signal button a second time.
If Controls > Lights > Automatic Turn Signals is set to Auto Cancel, turn signals cancel automatically when
Cybertruck detects completion of a maneuver such as a merge, lane change, or a fork in the roadway. You can
override automatic cancellation at any time (for example, you want the turn signal to remain on because you are
making more than one lane change). To override, engage the turn signal by pressing and momentarily holding the
turn signal button (instead of just pressing). Then, when the first maneuver is complete, the turn signal remains on. If
Automatic Turn Signals is set to Off, you must cancel the turn signal manually by pressing the turn signal button
after maneuvers such as a merge, lane change, or fork in the roadway.

When a turn signal is operating, the corresponding indicator lights up on the touchscreen and there is a
clicking sound.

Hazard Warning Flashers
To turn on the hazard warning flashers, press the button on the drive mode selector on the overhead console. All
turn signals flash. Press again to turn off.

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If a severe crash is detected by your vehicle, the hazard lights will automatically turn on and flash quickly to increase
visibility. Pressing the hazard lights once will return the lights to its normal cadence. Pressing a second time turns all
hazard lights off.
NOTE: Hazard warning flashers operate even without a key nearby.

Headlights After Exit
When you stop driving and park Cybertruck in low lighting conditions, exterior lights temporarily remain illuminated.
They automatically turn off after one minute or when you lock Cybertruck, whichever comes first.
To turn this feature on and off, touch Controls > Lights > Headlights After Exit. When Headlights After Exit is off, the
headlights turn off immediately when you engage Park and open a door.

Condensation in Headlights or Tail lights
Due to weather changes, humidity levels, or recent exposure to water (such as a car wash), condensation may
occasionally accumulate in your vehicle’s headlights or tail lights. This is normal— as the weather gets warmer and
humidity decreases, condensation often disappears on its own. If you notice water buildup within the exterior lenses,
or if the condensation affects the visibility of the exterior lights, use the mobile app to schedule a service
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Windshield Wiper and Washers
You can access wiper settings by touching the wiper button on the steering wheel or by touching Controls > Wiper.
Press and quickly release the wiper button on the steering wheel to wipe the windshield. If the wiper is already
operating at a wiper setting and is not set to Auto, pressing the wiper button cycles through speeds. Wiper speeds
cycle as follows: I > II > III > IIII > III > II > I.
Press and hold the wiper button to spray washer fluid onto the windshield. After releasing the button, the wipers
perform two additional wipes then, depending on vehicle and environmental conditions, a third wipe a few seconds
later. You can also press and hold the wiper button for a continuous spray of washer fluid—the wipers perform the
wipes after you release.

Whenever you press the wiper button on the steering wheel, the touchscreen displays the wiper menu, allowing you
to adjust wiper settings. Roll the left scroll button on the steering wheel up or down to choose your desired setting.
• Turn the wiper off.
• Choose how you want the wiper to operate:
◦ I - Intermittent, slow.
◦ II - Intermittent, fast.
◦ III - Continuous, slow.
◦ IIII - Continuous, fast.
◦ Auto - Cybertruck detects precipitation and adjusts the wiping speed and intensity.
NOTE: Turning on Autopilot features automatically sets wipers to Auto.
NOTE: The Auto setting is currently in BETA. If uncertain about using the Auto setting while in the BETA
phase, Tesla recommends operating the wipers manually, as necessary.

Choose to heat the wiper blade by touching the windshield icon on the touchscreen.

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