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
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 instrument
paneltouchscreentouchscreen. If this happens, TAKE IMMEDIATE CORRECTIVE ACTION!

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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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, or the object in front of your vehicle has moved out of
your driving path).
If immediate action is not taken when CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 647Automatic Emergency Braking on page 648).
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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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).
Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h).
Forward Collision Warning operates only when driving between approximately 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 brake.

Automatic Emergency Braking
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 instrument paneltouchscreentouchscreen 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 6 mph (10 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 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 wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) sharply.
• You press and release the brake pedal while Automatic Emergency Braking is applying the brakes.
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• 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. 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 Multi-Collision Braking on page 649). 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,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 the ability of the brake pedal to
move freely.

Automatic Emergency Braking
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 instrument paneltouchscreentouchscreen 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 6 mph (10 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h).

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Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 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 wheelsteering yoke (or 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. To disable it for
your current drive, 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 Multi-Collision
Braking on page 649).
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.
WARNING: It is strongly recommended that you do not disable Automatic Emergency Braking. If you disable it,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not automatically apply the brakes in situations where a collision is
considered likely.
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 the ability of the brake pedal to
move freely.

Multi-Collision Braking
In addition to Automatic Emergency Braking, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y detects an object in its driving path. The instrument
paneltouchscreen displays a visual warning and sounds a chime when the brakes are automatically applied. For example,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, while parked in front of a closed garage door with Drive engaged, detects that
you have pressed hard on the accelerator pedal. Although CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is stopped or traveling less than 10 mph (16 km/h).
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
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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 and/or undesired braking. It is the driver's responsibility to drive safely and remain in
control of CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
CAUTION: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
displays an alert. Contact Tesla Service.
CAUTION: Driver assistance features are automatically disabled when Track Mode is On. It is the driver’s responsibility
to drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times, including on track. Driver Assistance features automatically
re-enable when Track Mode is turned Off.
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.

Speed Assist
How Speed Assist Works
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y displays a speed limit on the instrument paneltouchscreentouchscreen and you
can choose if and how you are warned when you exceed the speed limit. In addition, a blue outline may appear around the
speed limit icon to notify that you are above the speed limit.
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).

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In situations where CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is unable to determine a speed limit, or if Speed Assist is
uncertain that an acquired speed limit is accurate, the instrument paneltouchscreentouchscreen may not display a speed limit
sign and warnings do not take effect.
NOTE: Speed limit warnings go away after ten seconds, or when CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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
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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 instrument paneltouchscreen 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).
NOTE: The offset from speed limit also affects the number shown in the gray speed icon on the instrument
paneltouchscreen.
• 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
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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).
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is being driven very close to a vehicle in front of it which 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.).
• Speed limit signs are concealed by objects.
• The speed limits stored in the map database are incorrect or outdated.
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.

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Safety & Security Settings
About the Security System
If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not detect a key nearby 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 key fob.
If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 or key fob against the card reader located just below the Autopilot camera on the driver's
side door pillarapproximately one third the way up of the driver's side door pillaron the driver's side door pillar.
To manually enable or disable the alarm system, touch Controls > Safety > Security Alarm. When enabled,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 658).
NOTE: If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Sentry Mode (see How to Use Sentry Mode (With a USB Flash
Drive) on page 663), the Security Alarm setting is not available.

About the Security System
The vehicle security system activates when CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not detect an authenticated
phone or key and:
• A locked door is opened
• The locked tailgate is opened
• The powered front trunk is opened
When your vehicle detects this, the siren sounds, headlights and turn signals flash, and you receive a notification on your
mobile app that the security alarm is triggered. To deactivate the alarm, press any button on the mobile app or tap your key
card against the card reader located on the driver's side door pillar.
To enable the alarm system, touch Controls > Safety > Security Alarm. When enabled, CybertruckModel SModel XModel
3Model Y.
Sentry Mode and the vehicle alarm system are two separate things: the alarm system works similar to other vehicles (a siren
sounds when a locked door is opened), whereas Sentry Mode uses cameras and audio to detect suspicious activity nearby
(see Sentry Mode on page 663 for more information). If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Sentry Mode, 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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
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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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y activates the intrusion alarm.
NOTE: If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Sentry Mode (see How to Use Sentry Mode (With a USB Flash
Drive) on page 663), the Tilt/Intrusion setting is not available.

Enhanced Anti-Theft Upgrade (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the Enhanced Anti-Theft upgrade, the horn sounds in situations where a locked door or trunk
is opened and CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not detect a key nearby. If Tilt/Intrusion is on, the horn also
sounds if CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y detects motion inside the cabin or if the vehicle is moved or tilted (for
example, with a tow truck or jack). To turn the Tilt/Intrusion detection system on or off, touch Controls > Safety > Tilt/Intrusion.

PIN to Drive
For an added layer of security, prevent CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 onscreen 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, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
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 or Instrument Panel on page 34Restarting the Touchscreen on page
1115). If the touchscreen is still unresponsive, you can still bypass PIN to Drive by turning on Keyless Driving in the Tesla mobile
app.

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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 instrument clustertouchscreen displays a message, and CybertruckModel SModel XModel
3Model Y 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
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WARNING: Driving downhill can increase driving speed and cause CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.

Trailer Alarm

When enabled, Cybertruck sounds an alarm if the vehicle detects the trailer is being unplugged while Trailer Mode is active
and the vehicle is locked.

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 32Customizing My Apps on page 1118). When CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is
in Park, touching the Dashcam icon displays the Viewer (see Viewing Video Recordings on page 666).

To protect your privacy, video recordings are saved locally to a formatted USB flash drive's onboard memory. Recordings are
not sent to Tesla. CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 pre-formatted USB flash drive
in the glove box. There are two ways to format the flash drive if needed:
◦ Format the flash drive with CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. Insert the flash drive into the USB port and
navigate to Controls > Safety > Format USB Drive.
◦ Format the flash drive on a computer. See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 665 for more
information.
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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 > Safety > 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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
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.

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.

RECORDING: Dashcam is recording. To save video footage, touch the icon. To pause recording, press and
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AVAILABLE: Dashcam Is available but not actively recording. Touch the dashcam icon to start recording
footage.

PAUSED: Dashcam is on, but not currently recording or saving anything. This may happen while the viewer is
launched, for example.

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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Park and touch the Dashcam icon in the app
launcher. Videos are organized by timestamp. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 666 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 666 for more information.
6. To turn Dashcam off, navigate to Controls > Safety > 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 drive.

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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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 or the vehicle sensors determine there is a lot of jerky movement like when getting towed or shaken,
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 97).
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 CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
NOTE: Sentry Mode only sends notifications to the mobile app when the alarm is triggered or sudden jerky motions are
detected by the vehicle.

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 > Safety > 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 665 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 > Safety > Sentry Mode > On. Once enabled, the Sentry Mode icon in Controlson the status bar 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
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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.
6. 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.
7. 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 703 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.
◦ Exclude Favorites: Sentry Mode does not automatically enable at any location in your Favorites list.
NOTE: To recognize a location listed as Home, Work, or a Favorite, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y must be
parked within approximately 1,640 feet (500 meters) of the saved location.
To set up your Home or Work location, touch Navigate > Set Home/Set Work. To set up a Favorite, touch the star when
viewing an address on the map. Manually turning Sentry Mode on or off using the touchscreen or the mobile app overrides
your Home, Work, or Favorite exclusion preferences until your next drive.
• Set Camera-Based Detection
When Camera-Based Detection is enabled, Sentry Mode uses the vehicle’s external cameras in addition to vehicle sensors
to detect a security event while parked. If disabled, your vehicle only saves clips to the USB drive if a physical threat is
detected. To adjust, touch Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode > Camera-Based Detection.
• View Live Camera
NOTE: View Live Camera requires premium connectivity and version 4.2.1 (or newer) of the Tesla mobile app installed on a
phone that has been paired as a key to CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
When Sentry Mode is enabled, use the mobile app to remotely view the area surrounding
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y as seen through the exterior cameras. To enable, touch Controls > Safety >
Sentry Mode > View Live Camera via Mobile App on the touchscreen to see what Sentry Mode records in real-time. Ensure
there are no occupants in the vehicle and all doors are locked. Then, on the mobile app, navigate to Safety > Sentry Mode >
View Live Camera.
When View Live Camera is actively in use, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y periodically flashes its exterior
lights and displays a message on the touchscreen to notify others that the area surrounding the vehicle is being viewed
through the cameras.
View Live Camera is limited to approximately one hour (or 15 minutes for some regions) of cumulative usage per day.
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If CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is equipped with a pedestrian warning speaker (see Pedestrian Warning
System on page 528), you can press and hold the microphone button on the mobile app to transmit your voice through this
speaker.
You can also enable Dog Mode at the same time and switch the live camera view to see through the interior camera on the
mobile app. See Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp on page 677 for more information. This feature is not supported in
vehicles with Autopilot computer 2.0 or 2.5. Touch Controls > Software > Autopilot computer to find out which computer
your vehicle has.
NOTE: If Dog and Sentry are enabled at the same time, Sentry defaults to Disable Sentry Sounds to protect your pet.