colored lines do not display if Model 3 is at a standstill (for example, in heavy traffic).

WARNING: Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot
features (see Cleaning a Camera on page 253). Dirty cameras and sensors (if equipped), 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. For more information on specific alerts, see Troubleshooting Alerts on page 311.
WARNING: Lane Assist features are for guidance purposes only and are not intended to replace your own
direct visual checks. Before changing lanes, always use side mirrors and perform the appropriate shoulder
checks to visually determine if it is safe and appropriate to change lanes.
WARNING: Never depend on Lane Assist to inform you if you unintentionally drive outside of the driving lane,
or to inform you that there is a vehicle beside you or in your blind spot. Several external factors can reduce the
performance of Lane Assist (see Limitations and Inaccuracies on page 180). It is the driver's responsibility to
stay alert and pay attention to the driving lane and other road users. Failure to do so can result in serious injury
or death.
Steering Interventions
Lane Assist provides steering interventions if Model 3 drifts into (or close to) an adjacent lane in which an object,
such as a vehicle, is detected. In these situations, Model 3 automatically steers to a safer position in the driving lane.
This steering is applied only when Model 3 is traveling between 30 and 85 mph (48 and 140 km/h) on major roads
with clearly visible lane markings. When a steering intervention is applied, the touchscreen briefly displays a warning
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Lane Departure Avoidance
Lane Departure Avoidance is designed to warn you if Model 3 is drifting out of, or nears the edge of, your driving
lane.
Lane Departure Avoidance operates when driving between 40 and 90 mph (64 and 145 km/h) on roads with clearly
visible lane markings. You can choose if and how you want Lane Departure Warning to operate by touching Controls
> Autopilot > Lane Departure Avoidance and selecting between these options:
• Off: You are not warned of lane departures or potential collisions with a vehicle in an adjacent lane.
• Warning: If a front wheel passes over a lane marking, the steering wheel vibrates.
• Assist: Corrective steering is applied to keep Model 3 in a safe position if Model 3 drifts into an adjacent lane or
near the edge of the road.
When Lane Departure Avoidance is enabled and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is active, if Model 3 drifts out of the
driving lane when the associated turn signal is off, Lane Assist also checks to see whether your hands are on the
steering wheel. If hands are not detected, the touchscreen displays a series of alerts, similar to those that are used
when driving with Autosteer. If hands are repeatedly not detected Model 3 gradually slows down to 15 mph (25
km/h) below the detected speed limit, or below the set cruising speed, and the hazard lights start flashing.
NOTE: Lane Departure Avoidance does not warn you of lane departures, or provide steering interventions, if the
associated turn signal is on, which indicates an intentional lane change.
WARNING: Lane Departure Avoidance is intended to help keep you safe, but it does not work in every situation
and does not replace the need to remain attentive and in control.
WARNING: Keep your hands on the steering wheel and drive attentively at all times.
WARNING: Steering interventions are minimal and are not designed to move Model 3 out of its driving lane. Do
not rely on steering interventions to avoid side collisions.
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance automatically applies steering to avoid a potential collision in situations
where:
• Model 3 is departing a lane and may collide with a vehicle traveling in the same direction in the adjacent lane
(regardless of the status of the turn signal).
• Model 3 is departing a lane into an oncoming lane, the turn signal is off, and an oncoming vehicle is detected.
• Model 3 is departing the road and the turn signal is off (for example, very close to the edge of the road and a
collision may occur).
To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Autopilot > Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance.
When Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance applies steering, a chime sounds and the touchscreen displays a
warning and highlights the lane marking in red.
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance operates when Model 3 is traveling between 40 and 90 mph (64 and 145
km/h) on a road with clearly visible lane markings, curbs, etc.
WARNING: Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance is not a substitute for attentive driving and sound judgment.
Keep your eyes on the road when driving and never depend on Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance to
prevent a collision. Several factors can reduce or impair performance. Depending on Emergency Lane
Departure Avoidance to prevent a potential collision can result in serious injury or death.
Blind Spot Assist
Automatic Blind Spot Camera

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Once enabled, when the turn signal is engaged, the touchscreen displays the image from the corresponding side
repeater camera. When a vehicle is detected in your blind spot in an adjacent lane, a vertical red bar appears on the
image to warn you. For example, when the left turn signal is engaged and a vehicle is detected, a vertical red bar
appears on the left side of the image. You can move the image to a different location on the touchscreen. To do so,
touch and drag the image to the new location (valid locations are indicated by shaded areas that display when you
touch and hold the image).
WARNING: Automatic Blind Spot Camera does not eliminate the need to drive attentively and manually
perform shoulder checks when changing lanes.
Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime

If you want a chime to sound when a vehicle is in your blind spot and a possible collision is detected, touch Controls
> Autopilot > Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime.
WARNING: Blind Spot Camera does not eliminate the need to drive attentively and manually perform shoulder
checks when changing lanes.
WARNING: Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime cannot detect every collision. It is the driver's responsibility to
remain alert and perform the appropriate shoulder checks when changing lanes.
Limitations and Inaccuracies
Lane Assist features cannot always detect lane markings and you may experience unnecessary or invalid warnings
when:
• Visibility is poor and lane markings are not clearly visible (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 vehicle in front of Model 3 is blocking the view of the camera(s).
• The windshield is obstructing the view of the camera(s) (fogged over, dirty, covered by a sticker, etc.).
• Lane markings are excessively worn, have visible previous markings, have been adjusted due to road construction,
or are changing quickly (for example, lanes branching off, crossing over, or merging).
• The road is narrow or winding.
• Objects or landscape features are casting strong shadows on lane markers.
Lane Assist may not provide warnings, or may apply inappropriate warnings, when:
• One or more of the sensors (if equipped), or cameras is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (by mud, ice, or snow, or
by a vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coatings, etc.).
• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog, or extremely hot or cold temperatures) are interfering with sensor
operation.
• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves.
• An object that is mounted to Model 3 is interfering with and/or obstructing a sensor (such as a bike rack or a
bumper sticker).
In addition, Lane Assist may not steer Model 3 away from an adjacent vehicle, or may apply unnecessary or
inappropriate steering, in these situations:
• You are driving Model 3 on sharp corners or on a curve at a relatively high speed.
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s).
• You are drifting into another lane but an object (such as a vehicle) is not present.
• A vehicle in another lane cuts in front of you or drifts into your driving lane.
• Model 3 is not traveling within the speeds at which the Lane Assist feature is designed to operate.
• One or more of the sensors (if equipped) is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by mud, ice, or snow, or by a
vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.).
• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog, or extremely hot or cold temperatures) are interfering with sensor
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• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves.
• An object mounted to Model 3 (such as a bike rack or a bumper sticker) is interfering with or obstructing a
sensor.
• Visibility is poor and lane markings are not clearly visible (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
• Lane markings are excessively worn, have visible previous markings, have been adjusted due to road construction
or are changing quickly (for example, lanes branching off, crossing over, or merging).
WARNING: The lists above do not represent every possible situation that may interfere with Lane Assist
features. There are many reasons why Lane Assist may not operate as intended. To avoid a collision, stay alert
and always pay attention to the road so you can anticipate the need to take corrective action as early as
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Collision Avoidance Assist
The following collision avoidance features are designed to increase the safety of you and your passengers:
• Forward Collision Warning - provides visual and audible warnings in situations when Model 3 detects that there is
a high risk of a frontal collision (see Forward Collision Warning on page 182).
• Automatic Emergency Braking - automatically applies braking to reduce the impact of a collision (see Automatic
Emergency Braking on page 184).
• Obstacle-Aware Acceleration - reduces acceleration if Model 3 detects an object in its immediate driving path
(see Obstacle-Aware Acceleration on page 185).
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot
features (see Cleaning a Camera on page 253). Dirty cameras and sensors (if equipped), 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. For more information on specific alerts, see Troubleshooting Alerts on page 311.
WARNING: Forward Collision Warning is for guidance purposes only and is not a substitute for attentive
driving and sound judgment. Keep your eyes on the road when driving and never depend on Forward Collision
Warning to warn you of a potential collision. Several factors can reduce or impair performance, causing either
unnecessary, invalid, inaccurate, or missed warnings. Depending on Forward Collision Warning to warn you of a
potential collision can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Automatic Emergency Braking is not designed to prevent all collisions. In certain situations, it can
minimize the impact of a collision by attempting to reduce your driving speed. Depending on Automatic
Emergency Braking to avoid a collision can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Obstacle-Aware Acceleration is not designed to prevent a collision. In certain situations, it can
minimize the impact of a collision. Depending on Obstacle-Aware Acceleration to avoid a collision can result in
serious injury or death.
Forward Collision Warning
Model 3 monitors the area in front of it for the presence of an object such as a vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, or
pedestrian. If a collision is considered likely unless you take immediate corrective action, Forward Collision Warning
is designed to sound a chime and highlight the vehicle in front of you in red on the touchscreen. If this happens,
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Visual and audible warnings cancel automatically when the risk of a collision has been reduced (for example, you
have decelerated or stopped Model 3, or the object in front of your vehicle has moved out of your driving path).
If immediate action is not taken when Model 3 issues a Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking (if
enabled) may automatically apply the brakes if a collision is considered imminent (see Automatic Emergency
Braking on page 184).
By default, Forward Collision Warning is turned on. To turn off or adjust sensitivity, touch Controls > Autopilot >
Forward Collision Warning. Instead of the default warning level of Medium, you can turn the warning Off, or you can
choose to be warned Late or Early.
NOTE: Your chosen setting is retained until you manually change it.
WARNING: The camera(s) and sensors (if equipped) associated with Forward Collision Warning are designed
to monitor an approximate area of up to 525 feet (160 meters) in your driving path. The area being monitored
by Forward Collision Warning can be adversely affected by road and weather conditions. Use appropriate
caution when driving.
WARNING: Forward Collision Warning is designed only to provide visual and audible alerts. It does not attempt
to apply the brakes or decelerate Model 3. When seeing and/or hearing a warning, it is the driver's
responsibility to take immediate corrective action.
WARNING: Forward Collision Warning may provide a warning in situations where the likelihood of collision may
not exist. Stay alert and always pay attention to the area in front of Model 3 so you can anticipate whether any
action is required.
Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) and 90 mph (150
km/h) 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h).
WARNING: Forward Collision Warning does not provide a warning when the driver is already applying the
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Automatic Emergency Braking
Model 3 is designed to determine the distance from detected objects. When a collision is considered unavoidable,
Automatic Emergency Braking is designed to apply the brakes to reduce the vehicle's speed and therefore, the
severity of the impact. The amount of speed that is reduced depends on many factors, including driving speed and
environment.
When Automatic Emergency Braking applies the brakes, the touchscreen displays a visual warning and sounds a
chime. You may also notice abrupt downward movement of the brake pedal. The brake lights turn on to alert other
road users that you are slowing down.
Emergency braking in progress

Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and 90 mph (150
km/h) 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking does not apply the brakes, or stops applying the brakes, when:
• You turn the steering wheel sharply.
• You press and release the brake pedal while Automatic Emergency Braking is applying the brakes.
• You accelerate hard while Automatic Emergency Braking is applying the brakes.
• The vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, or pedestrian is no longer detected in the front or rear of the vehicle.
Automatic Emergency Braking is always enabled when you start Model 3. To disable for your current drive, shift into
Park and touch Controls > Autopilot > Automatic Emergency Braking. Even if you disable Automatic Emergency
Braking, your vehicle may still apply the brakes after detecting an initial collision to reduce further impact (see MultiCollision Braking on page 185). When disabled, the touchscreen displays a visual message.
Automatic Emergency Braking is disabled

WARNING: It is strongly recommended that you do not disable Automatic Emergency Braking. If you disable it,
Model 3 does not automatically apply the brakes in situations where a collision is considered likely.
NOTE: Automatic Emergency Braking is designed to reduce the impact of frontal collisions only.
NOTE: Automatic Emergency Braking is designed to reduce the impact of frontal and reverse collisions with limited
functionality while in Reverse.
In the event Automatic Emergency Braking is unavailable, the touchscreen displays a visual warning.
Automatic Emergency Braking is not available

WARNING: Automatic Emergency Braking is designed to reduce the severity of an impact. It is not designed to
avoid a collision.
WARNING: Several factors can affect the performance of Automatic Emergency Braking, causing either no
braking or inappropriate or untimely braking, such as when a vehicle is partially in the path of travel or there is
road debris. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive safely and remain in control of the vehicle at all times. Never
depend on Automatic Emergency Braking to avoid or reduce the impact of a collision.
WARNING: Automatic Emergency Braking is not a substitute for maintaining a safe traveling distance between
you and the vehicle in front of you.
WARNING: The brake pedal moves downward abruptly during automatic braking events. Always ensure that
the brake pedal can move freely. Do not place material under or on top of the driver’s floor mat (including an
additional mat) and always ensure that the driver’s floor mat is properly secured. Failure to do so can impede
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Multi-Collision Braking
In addition to Automatic Emergency Braking, Model 3 may apply the brakes to prevent or mitigate a subsequent
impact after an initial collision if airbag deployment is detected. The brakes may be applied regardless of driving
speed.
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration is designed to reduce the impact of a collision by reducing motor torque and in some
cases applying the brakes, if Model 3 detects an object in its driving path. The touchscreen displays a visual warning
and sounds a chime when the brakes are automatically applied. For example, Model 3, while parked in front of a
closed garage door with Drive engaged, detects that you have pressed hard on the accelerator pedal. Although
Model 3 still accelerates and hits the garage door, the reduced torque may result in less damage.
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration is designed to operate only when all of these conditions are simultaneously met:
• Drive or Reverse is engaged.
• Model 3 is stopped or traveling less than 10 mph (16 km/h).
• Model 3 detects an object in its immediate driving path.
To disable Obstacle-Aware Acceleration, touch Controls > Autopilot > Obstacle-Aware Acceleration.
WARNING: Obstacle-Aware Acceleration is designed to reduce the severity of an impact. It is not designed to
avoid a collision.
WARNING: Obstacle-Aware Acceleration may not limit torque in all situations, such as performing a sharp turn
into a parking space. Several factors, including environmental conditions, distance from an obstacle, and a
driver's actions, can limit, delay, or inhibit Obstacle-Aware Acceleration.
WARNING: Do not rely on Obstacle-Aware Acceleration to control acceleration or to avoid, or limit, the severity
of a collision, and do not attempt to test Obstacle-Aware Acceleration. Doing so can result in serious property
damage, injury, or death.
WARNING: Several factors can affect the performance of Obstacle-Aware Acceleration, causing an
inappropriate or untimely reduction in motor torque. It is the driver's responsibility to drive safely and remain
in control of Model 3 at all times.
Limitations and Inaccuracies
Collision Avoidance features cannot always detect all objects, vehicles, bikes, or pedestrians, and you may
experience unnecessary, inaccurate, invalid, or missed warnings for many reasons, particularly if:
• The road has sharp curves.
• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s).
• A camera or sensor is obstructed (dirty, covered, fogged over, covered by a sticker, etc.).
• One or more of the sensors (if equipped) is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by mud, ice, or snow, or by a
vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.).
• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog, or extremely hot or cold temperatures) are interfering with sensor
operation.
• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves.
WARNING: The limitations previously described do not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may
interfere with proper operation of Collision Avoidance Assist features. These features may fail to provide their
intended function for many other reasons. It is the driver’s responsibility to avoid collisions by staying alert,
paying attention, and taking corrective action as early as possible.
CAUTION: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, Model 3 displays an alert. Contact Tesla
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Speed Assist
How Speed Assist Works
Model 3 displays a speed limit on the touchscreen and you can choose if and how you are warned when you exceed
the speed limit. Also, instead of using the detected speed limit, you can base warnings on an arbitrary speed limit
that you enter manually.
NOTE: When using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, you can touch this speed limit sign to change your set cruising
speed to the detected speed limit (including any offsets that you have set).

In situations where Model 3 is unable to determine a speed limit, or if Speed Assist is uncertain that an acquired
speed limit is accurate, the touchscreen may not display a speed limit sign and warnings do not take effect.
NOTE: Speed limit warnings go away after ten seconds, or when Model 3 slows down below the specified limit.
WARNING: Do not rely on Speed Assist to determine the appropriate speed limit or driving speed. Always
drive at a safe speed based on traffic and road conditions.
Controlling Speed Assist
To adjust the Speed Limit Warning setting, touch Controls > Autopilot > Speed Limit Warning, then choose one of
these options:
• Off - Speed limit warnings do not display and chimes are not sounded.
• Display - Speed limit signs display on the touchscreen and the sign increases in size when you exceed the
determined limit.
• Chime - In addition to the visual display, a chime is sounded when you exceed the determined speed limit.
You can also specify how the speed limit is determined:
• Relative - You can set a speed limit offset (+ or -) if you want to be alerted only when you exceed the offset
speed limit by a specified amount. For example, you can increase the offset to +10 mph (10 km/h) if you only
want to be warned when you exceed the speed limit by 10 mph (10 km/h).
• Absolute - Manually specify any speed limit between 20 and 140 mph (30 and 240 km/h).
NOTE: Speed Assist is not always accurate. In some situations, the location of a road can be miscalculated and
Speed Assist can display a speed for a directly adjacent road that may have a different speed limit. For example,
Speed Assist can assume Model 3 is on a controlled-access highway when it is actually on a nearby surface street,
and vice versa.
NOTE: Your chosen setting is retained until you manually change it.
Limitations and Inaccuracies
Speed Assist may not be fully functional or may provide inaccurate information in these situations:
• Visibility is poor and speed limit signs are not clearly visible (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).
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• The windshield is obstructing the view of the camera(s) (fogged over, dirty, covered by a sticker, etc.).
• Speed limit signs are concealed by objects.
• The speed limits stored in the map database are incorrect or outdated.
• Model 3 is being driven in an area where GPS or map data is not available or where speed limit signs can not be
detected.
• Traffic signs that do not conform to standard recognizable formats, such as digital or temporary speed signs.
• A road or a speed limit has recently changed.
WARNING: The list above does not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper
operation of Speed Assist. Speed Assist may fail to provide warnings for many other reasons.

Cabin Camera
Your Model 3 may be equipped with a cabin camera located above the rear view mirror.

The cabin camera (if equipped) is not currently active. If used in a future safety feature, Tesla will notify you of its
availability through a software update.
The cabin camera can determine driver inattentiveness and provide you with audible alerts, to remind you to keep
your eyes on the road when Autopilot is engaged.
By default, images and video from the camera do not leave the vehicle itself and are not transmitted to anyone,
including Tesla, unless you enable data sharing. If you enable data sharing and a safety critical event occurs (such as
a collision), Model 3 shares short cabin camera video clips with Tesla to help us develop future safety enhancements
and continuously improve the intelligence of features that rely on the cabin camera. Data may also be shared if
diagnostics are required on cabin camera functionality. Cabin camera does not perform facial recognition or any
other method of identity verification. To protect your privacy, cabin camera data is not associated with your vehicle
identification number.
To adjust your data sharing preferences touch Controls > Software > Data Sharing > Allow Cabin Camera Analytics.
You can change your data sharing settings at any time. To view features currently enabled that use cabin camera,
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NOTE: Keep the camera lens clean and free of obstructions. Remove any buildup of dirt or dust by occasionally
wiping the camera lens with a clean cloth.
CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based or abrasive cleaners. Doing so can damage the surface of the camera
lens.

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Safety & Security Settings
About the Security System
If Model 3 does not detect an authenticated phone or key and a locked door or trunk is opened, an alarm sounds.
The headlights and turn signals also flash. To deactivate the alarm, press any button on the mobile app or tap your
key card or key fob against the card reader located just below the Autopilot camera on the driver's side door pillar.
To manually enable or disable the alarm system, touch Controls > Safety > Security Alarm. When enabled, Model 3
activates its alarm one minute after you exit, the doors lock, and a recognized key is no longer detected.
A battery-backed siren (if equipped) sounds in situations where a locked door or trunk is opened and Model 3 does
not detect a key nearby. If you also want this siren to sound in situations where the vehicle detects motion inside the
cabin, enable Tilt/Intrusion (see Tilt/Intrusion (if equipped) on page 189).
NOTE: If Model 3 is in Sentry Mode (see How to Use Sentry Mode (With a USB Flash Drive) on page 193), the
Security Alarm setting is not available.
Tilt/Intrusion (if equipped)
Depending on configuration, market region, and date of manufacture, your vehicle may not be equipped with this
feature.
The Security Alarm must be on to enable Tilt/Intrusion.
Tilt/Intrusion sounds the alarm in your vehicle if Model 3 detects motion inside the cabin, or is moved or tilted (for
example, with a tow truck or jack). To enable, touch Controls > Safety > Tilt/Intrusion.
The intrusion sensor automatically disables in situations where the climate control system is operating when you
leave your vehicle. To override, you can manually turn the Tilt/Intrusion Sensor on again after choosing Keep Climate
On, Dog, or Camp Mode.
The tilt/intrusion sensor automatically re-enables at the start of every drive cycle.
NOTE: The Tilt/Intrusion alarm must be turned off to use Cabin Overheat Protection (see Cabin Overheat Protection
on page 200).
NOTE: If you plan to leave something that moves inside your locked vehicle, remember to turn off Tilt/Intrusion. If
this setting is on, any motion detected inside Model 3 activates the intrusion alarm.
NOTE: If Model 3 is in Sentry Mode (see How to Use Sentry Mode (With a USB Flash Drive) on page 193), the Tilt/
Intrusion setting is not available.
PIN to Drive
For an added layer of security, prevent Model 3 from being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification
Number) is entered. To enable this setting, touch Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive and follow the on-screen prompts
to create a driving PIN.
When enabled, in addition to entering the 4-digit driving PIN to drive, you must also use it to enter Valet mode for
the first time and create the 4-digit valet PIN to enter and exit Valet mode. In Valet mode, Model 3 can be driven
without the need for the valet to enter a driving PIN. The PIN to Drive setting is disabled whenever Valet mode is
active.
If you forget your driving PIN, touch the link to enter your Tesla login credentials on the PIN to Drive popup, then
follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
NOTE: In the unlikely event that your touchscreen is unresponsive, you may be unable to enter the PIN. In this case,
first try to restart the touchscreen (see Restarting the Touchscreen on page 8). If the touchscreen is still
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Glovebox PIN
Protect the contents in your glovebox with a 4-digit PIN (not related to PIN to Drive). To enable, touch Controls >
Safety > Glovebox PIN and follow the directions on the touchscreen. When enabled, you are prompted to enter the
PIN to open the glovebox. Select the toggle to disable and then enter the PIN to remove this added security
protection.
If you forget your glovebox PIN, reset it by entering your Tesla login credentials, then follow the directions on the
touchscreen.
NOTE: Using a Glovebox PIN allows the glovebox to be opened even when Model 3 is in Valet mode.
Speed Limit Mode
Speed Limit Mode allows you to limit acceleration and maximum driving speed to a chosen value between 50 and
120 mph (80 and 193 km/h). The first time you use this feature, you must create a 4-digit PIN that you must use to
enable and disable Speed Limit Mode. When enabled and the driving speed approaches within approximately 3 mph
(5 km/h) of the maximum speed, a chime sounds, the touchscreen displays a message, and Model 3 sends a
notification to the mobile app. You can also touch Security > Speed Limit Mode to enable from the Tesla mobile app.
To enable Speed Limit Mode:
1. Ensure Model 3 is in Park.
2. Touch Controls > Safety > Speed Limit Mode on the touchscreen.
3. Select the maximum driving speed.
4. Drag the slider to the On position.
5. Enter the 4-digit PIN that you want to use to enable and disable Speed Limit Mode.
NOTE: If you forget the PIN, you can disable Speed Limit Mode by entering login credentials for your Tesla
account.
NOTE: While Speed Limit Mode is enabled, the acceleration setting automatically sets to Chill.
WARNING: Driving downhill can increase driving speed and cause Model 3 to exceed your chosen maximum
speed.
WARNING: Speed Limit Mode is not a replacement for good judgment, driver training, and the need to closely
monitor speed limits and driving conditions. Accidents occur at any speed and it is your responsibility to drive
safely.
Clear Browser Data
You can clear your vehicle's browser data (like you would on a computer or smartphone) by navigating to Controls >
Service > Clear Browser Data. This is useful for many situations, such erasing settings or searches from another
driver.
Check the boxes on the touchscreen popup to exclude bookmarks and/or history for your convenience.

Dashcam
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle
may not be equipped with Dashcam or the features may not operate exactly as described. It is your sole
responsibility to consult and comply with all local regulations and property restrictions regarding the use of
cameras.
Dashcam records video footage of your vehicle's surroundings while driving. Use Dashcam to record driving
incidents or other notable events, like you would for an external dashcam on other vehicles.
The Dashcam icon is located in the app launcher. You can add the Dashcam app to the bottom bar for easy access
(see Customizing My Apps on page 6). When Model 3 is in Park, touching the Dashcam icon displays the Viewer (see
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To protect your privacy, video recordings are saved locally to a formatted USB flash drive's onboard memory.
Recordings are not sent to Tesla. Model 3 does not record videos when Dashcam is Off.
How to Use Dashcam
1. Format a USB flash drive. Dashcam requires a properly formatted USB drive inserted in your vehicle's USB port to
store and retrieve footage. Vehicles manufactured beginning approximately 2020 are equipped with a preformatted USB flash drive in the glove box. There are two ways to format the flash drive if needed:
◦ Insert the flash drive into the USB port and navigate to Controls > Safety > Format USB Drive. Model 3
automatically formats the flash drive for you.
◦ Format the flash drive on a computer. See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 195 for more
information.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into your vehicle's USB port, preferably the one in the glovebox (if equipped).
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.
3. Enable Dashcam by touching Controls > Dashcam. Dashcam allows you to choose how and when footage is
saved. You can choose between:
◦ Auto: Dashcam automatically saves a recording to the USB drive when Model 3 detects a safety-critical event,
such as a collision or airbag deployment. When Auto is selected, detection can vary and is subject to your
vehicle's power, sleep, and Autopilot state.
NOTE: Several factors determine whether Dashcam automatically saves a recording of a safety-critical event
(for example, amount of force, whether or not airbags deploy, etc.). Do not rely on Dashcam to automatically
record all safety-critical events.
◦ Manual: You must manually touch the Dashcam icon to save a recording of the most recent ten minutes of
footage.
◦ On Honk: When you press the horn, Dashcam saves a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage. You
can enable this along with Auto or Manual simultaneously.
4. Once enabled, the Dashcam icon indicates when footage is saved. You can also view the status of the Dashcam
icon in Controls:

The icon changes to show the status of Dashcam:
RECORDING: Dashcam is recording. To save video footage, touch the icon. To pause recording,
press and hold the icon.

AVAILABLE: Dashcam Is available but not actively recording. Touch the dashcam icon to start
recording footage.

PAUSED: Dashcam is paused. To resume recording, touch the icon. To avoid losing video footage,
pause Dashcam before removing the flash drive.

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BUSY: Dashcam is in the process of loading, saving, or overwriting footage. While dashcam is busy,
footage is not being captured and recorded.

SAVED: Footage is saved. You can also save Dashcam clips by touching the Dashcam icon in the
app launcher while Driving.

5. When your desired footage is saved, view the clips on the touchscreen or a computer:
◦ Touchscreen: Ensure Model 3 is in Park and touch the Dashcam icon in the app launcher. Videos are organized
by timestamp. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 195 for more information.
◦ Computer: Insert the USB flash drive into a computer and navigate to the TeslaCam folder. Videos are
organized by timestamp. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 195 for more information.
6. To turn Dashcam off, navigate to Controls > Dash cam > Off. If set to Auto, Manual, or On Honk, Dashcam
automatically enables (but may not be actively saving footage, depending on your preferences) every time you
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Sentry Mode
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle
may not be equipped with Sentry Mode or the features may not operate exactly as described. It is your sole
responsibility to consult and comply with all local regulations and property restrictions regarding the use of
cameras.
When enabled, your vehicle's cameras and sensors (if equipped) remain powered on and ready to record suspicious
activity around your vehicle when Model 3 is locked and in Park. Think of Sentry Mode as an intelligent vehicle
security system that alerts you when it detects possible threats nearby.
If a threat is detected, Sentry Mode pulses the headlights, sounds the alarm, and displays a message on the
touchscreen indicating that the cameras may be recording to inform individuals outside of the vehicle. The mobile
app alerts you of the alarm and saves footage of the event to a USB drive (if installed).
Sentry Mode is disabled by default. You can use voice commands or the Tesla mobile app to easily enable or disable
Sentry Mode. To enable Sentry Mode using voice commands, say "Keep Tesla safe," "Keep my car safe," "Sentry on,"
or "Enable Sentry" (see Voice Commands on page 21).
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.
Sentry Mode requires your Battery to be at least 20% charged. If the Battery falls below 20%, Sentry Mode turns off
and the mobile app sends you a notification. Power consumption may increase when Sentry Mode is active.
NOTE: When Sentry Mode is enabled, the Security Alarm settings (Controls > Safety > Security Alarm) are not
available.
CAUTION: Do not rely on Sentry Mode to protect Model 3 from all possible security threats. Sentry Mode uses
many factors to determine whether to activate the security alarm. All impacts may not be detected and the
alarm may not activate in all situations. While it may help deter some threats, no security system can prevent
all attacks.
How to Use Sentry Mode (With a USB Flash Drive)
1. Sentry Mode requires a properly formatted USB drive inserted in your vehicle's USB port. Vehicles manufactured
beginning approximately 2020 are equipped with a pre-formatted USB flash drive in the glove box. There are two
ways to format the USB drive:
◦ Insert the USB drive into the USB port and navigate to Controls > Format USB Drive. Your vehicle
automatically formats the USB drive for you.
◦ Format the USB drive on a computer. See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 195 for more
information.
2. Insert the USB drive into the vehicle's USB port, preferrable the one in the glove box (if equipped).
3. With your vehicle in Park, enable Dashcam by navigating to Controls > Safety > Dashcam (Dashcam must be
enabled for Sentry Mode to work).
4. Touch Controls > Sentry Mode > On. Once enabled, the Sentry Mode icon in Controls turns red.

NOTE: Rear camera recordings are available only on vehicles manufactured after approximately February 2018.
When enabled, Sentry Mode is idle, ready to sound the alarm and save a recording of the security event if
triggered. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 195 for information on viewing footage.
5. To silence the security alarm and audio system when the alarm is triggered, navigate to Controls > Safety >
Disable Sentry Sounds. When enabled, Sentry Mode still sends a notification through the mobile app and saves
the last 10 minutes footage.

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6. To manually enable/disable Sentry Mode until the next drive, touch the Sentry Mode icon. Sentry Mode is Off
when the icon is no longer red.

Turn Sentry Mode Off in Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode to disable for more than one drive cycle.
How to Use Sentry Mode (Without a USB Flash Drive)
When Sentry mode is enabled and a security event is detected but without a USB drive plugged into a USB port,
your vehicle alerts you through the mobile app, without any camera recordings.
Sentry Mode Settings
• Exclude specific locations
In Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode, you can determine if you want Sentry Mode to not enable in certain locations
(see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 213 for more information):
◦ Exclude Home: Sentry Mode does not automatically enable at the location set as Home in your Favorites list.
◦ Exclude Work: Sentry Mode does not automatically enable at the location set as Work in your Favorites list.