◦ To engage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control at the currently detected speed limit, pull the Autopilot stalk toward you once
and release the accelerator pedal to allow Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to maintain the cruising speed.

NOTE: If Autopilot Activation is set to Single Pull, moving the Autopilot stalk toward you once activates Autosteer (see
Autosteer on page 588). Touch Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Activation and choose Double Pull to use Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control independently of Autosteer when you move the Autosteer stalk toward you.
NOTE: If you choose to engage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control at the currently detected speed limit, you can specify an
offset. Touch Controls > Autopilot > Set Speed Offset. You can choose a Fixed offset, in which the cruising speed
adjusts by a specific number of mph (km/h) on all roads, or a Percentage offset, in which the cruising speed is adjusted
as a percentage of the road's detected speed limit. If you pull the Autopilot stalk toward you when you are already
driving faster than the speed limit, the set speed adjusts to your current driving speed instead of the speed limit. If you
move the Autopilot stalk up or down when cruising at the speed limit, your set speed changes to your current driving
speed.
A chime sounds to indicate that Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is now active.
WARNING: When you adjust the cruising speed based on the speed limit, the set cruising speed may not change
when the speed limit changes.
WARNING: Do not rely on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Speed Assist to determine an accurate or appropriate
cruising speed. It is the driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe speed based on road conditions and applicable
speed limits.
2. To change your speed while using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, you can use the right scroll wheel or the Autopilot stalk.
For details, see Changing the Cruising Speed on page 579.
3. To cancel Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, push the stalk away from you once or press the brake pedal. See Canceling and
Resuming on page 583 for more information.

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Changing the Cruising Speed
To change the set cruising speed while using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, move the Autopilot stalk up (increase) or down
(decrease) until the instrument panel icon displays your desired cruising speed.

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To increase/decrease speed by 1 mph (1 km/h), move the stalk up or down to the first position and release. To increase/
decrease speed to the closest 5 mph (5 km/h) increment, move the stalk up/down to the second position and release. For
example, if you are traveling at 57 mph and you move the stalk up to the second position and release, the speed increases to
60 mph. You can also increase/decrease speed by holding the stalk in the full up/down position and releasing when the icon
on the instrument panel displays your desired cruising speed.
You can also pull and hold the Autopilot stalk towards you for approximately half a second to cruise at the detected speed
limit.
NOTE: It may take a few seconds for CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y to reach the new cruising speed, assuming
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is not cruising behind a vehicle that is driving slower than your set speed.

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Cruising at the Set Speed
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control maintains your set cruising speed whenever a vehicle is not detected in front of
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. When cruising behind a detected vehicle, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
accelerates and decelerates CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y as needed to maintain a chosen following distance
(see Adjust the Following Distance on page 582), up to the set speed.
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control also adjusts the cruising speed when entering and exiting curves.
You can manually accelerate at any time when cruising at a set speed, but when you release the accelerator, Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control resumes cruising at the set speed.
NOTE: When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is actively slowing down CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y to maintain
the selected distance from the vehicle ahead, brake lights turn on to alert other road users that you are slowing down. You may
notice slight movement of the brake pedal. However, when Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is accelerating
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, the accelerator pedal does not move.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may occasionally cause CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y to brake
when not required or when you are not expecting it. This can be caused by closely following a vehicle ahead, detecting
vehicles or objects in adjacent lanes (especially on curves), etc.
WARNING: Due to limitations inherent in the onboard GPS (Global Positioning System), you may experience situations in
which CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y slows down, especially near exits or off-ramps where a curve is
detected and/or you are navigating to a destination and not following the route.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may not detect all objects and, especially when cruising over 50 mph
(80 km/h), may not brake/decelerate when a vehicle or object is only partially in the driving lane or when a vehicle you
are following moves out of your driving path and a stationary or slow-moving vehicle or object is in front of you. Always
pay attention to the road ahead and stay prepared to take immediate corrective action. Depending on Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control to avoid a collision can result in serious injury or death. In addition, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may
react to vehicles or objects that either do not exist, or are not in your lane of travel, causing
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y to slow down unnecessarily or inappropriately.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may be unable to provide adequate speed control because of limited braking
capability and hills. It can also misjudge the distance from a vehicle ahead. Driving downhill can increase driving speed,
causing CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y to exceed your set speed (and potentially the road's speed limit).
Never depend on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to slow down CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y enough to
prevent a collision. Always keep your eyes on the road when driving and be prepared to take corrective action as
needed. Depending on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to reduce your driving speed enough to prevent a collision can
result in serious injury or death.
HOLD State
When following a vehicle, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control remains active at low speeds, even when
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y comes to a full stop. When the vehicle is moving again, Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control resumes operating at the set speed. However, under the following circumstances, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control goes
into a HOLD state, in which case, you need to briefly press the accelerator pedal or pull the Autopilot stalk toward you (see
Canceling and Resuming on page 583) to resume cruising. When the HOLD status is active, the instrument panel displays the
HOLD icon and a message that indicates that you need to resume cruise control. The following circumstances can cause
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to go into the HOLD state:
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y has been at a standstill for 5 minutes.
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y detects a pedestrian (the HOLD state may clear when the pedestrian is no
longer detected).
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y suddenly loses visibility of the vehicle in front of you.
• An obstacle is detected in front of CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
Cruising Near or On Exits
When cruising near an exit on a controlled-access highway and engaging the turn signal toward the off-ramp, Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control assumes you are exiting and begins to slow down CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. If you do not
drive onto the off-ramp, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control resumes cruising at the set speed. In a region with right hand traffic,
this occurs only when you engage the right turn signal when driving in the right-most lane within 164 feet (50 meters) of an
exit. Likewise in regions with left hand traffic; when engaging the left turn signal when driving in the left-most lane within 164
feet (50 meters) of an exit.
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When cruising onto an on-ramp to a controlled-access highway, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control automatically adjusts the set
cruising speed to the speed limit of the highway, plus any offset you have specified.
NOTE: The on-board Global Positioning System (GPS) determines if you are driving in a region with right or left hand traffic. In
situations where GPS data is unavailable (for example, if there is inadequate signal), engaging the turn signal near an exit does
not cause Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to slow down CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
When enabled while on a highway interchange or off-ramp, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may reduce your set speed in 5 mph
(5 km/h) increments – to as slow as 25 mph (40 km/h) – to better match the reported speeds of other Tesla vehicles that have
driven at that specific location. To override this and continue cruising at your set speed, tap the accelerator pedal or move the
Autopilot stalk. The new set speed is maintained for the duration of the interchange or off-ramp (unless you override it or
cancel Traffic-Aware Cruise Control). After the interchange or off-ramp, the set speed may revert or change as necessary
based on the new location. For example, if you merged onto a different highway, the set cruising speed reverts to what it was
before driving on the interchange.
WARNING: In some cases (such as having insufficient data), Traffic-Aware Cruise Control may not automatically reduce
the set speed on the highway interchange or off-ramp. Do not rely on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to determine an
appropriate driving speed. Tesla recommends driving at a speed that is safe for road conditions and within posted speed
limits.
Adjust the Following Distance
To adjust the following distance you want to maintain between CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y and a vehicle
traveling ahead of you, rotate the Autopilot stalk. Each setting corresponds to a time-based distance that represents how long
it takes for CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, from its current location, to reach the location of the rear bumper of
the vehicle ahead of you. Your setting is retained until you manually change it.
The closest following distance is 2.The closest following distance is 1.

As you rotate the Autopilot stalk, the instrument panel displays the current setting. Release the stalk when the desired setting
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WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to determine and maintain a safe following distance at all times. Do not rely on
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to maintain an accurate or appropriate following distance.
WARNING: Never depend on Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to adequately slow down CybertruckModel SModel XModel
3Model Y to avoid a collision. Always watch the road in front of you and stay prepared to take immediate corrective
action.
Overtake Acceleration
When following a vehicle with Traffic-Aware Cruise Control active, engaging the turn signal (to indicate a move into the
passing lane) accelerates CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y towards the vehicle ahead. By momentarily holding the
turn signal stalk up or down, you can quickly accelerate up to your set speed without having to press the accelerator pedal.
The turn signal causes acceleration only when all of the following conditions are met:
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is operating and detects a vehicle in front of you.
• No obstacles or vehicles are detected in the target lane.
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is traveling below the set speed, but over 45 mph (72 km/h).
Overtake Acceleration is intended as an aid when passing a vehicle ahead of you. When the turn signal is engaged, TrafficAware Cruise Control continues to maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, but allows you to drive slightly closer than your
selected distance.
Acceleration cancels when one of the conditions happen:
• You reach your set cruising speed.
• Changing lanes takes too long.
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y gets too close to the vehicle ahead.
OR
• You disengage the turn signal.
NOTE: Overtake Acceleration occurs when you fully engage the turn signal, or you . When you release the turn signal,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y stops accelerating (in the same way as when you release the accelerator pedal)
and resumes the set speed.
WARNING: Overtake Acceleration can cancel for many unforeseen reasons in addition to those listed above (for
example, lack of GPS data). Stay alert and never depend on Overtake Acceleration to increase your driving speed.
WARNING: Overtake Acceleration increases your driving speed whenever the appropriate turn signal is engaged, and
accelerates CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y closer to the vehicle ahead. Although Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control continues to maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, it is important to be aware that your selected following
distance is reduced when Overtake Acceleration is active, particularly in cases where it may not be your intention to
overtake the vehicle you are following.
Canceling and Resuming
To manually cancel Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, press the brake pedal or briefly push the Autopilot stalk away from you. The
cruising speed icon on the instrument panel turns gray to indicate that Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is no longer active.

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NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture, some CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y vehicles have a button on the
end of the Autopilot stalk. Pressing this button when Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is active cancels Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control.
NOTE: When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control cancels, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not coast. Instead,
regenerative braking slows down CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y in the same way as when you move your foot off
the accelerator when driving without Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Regenerative Braking on page 463).
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control cancels, or may not be available, in the following situations:
• You press the brake pedal.
• Your driving speed exceeds the maximum cruising speed of 90 mph (150 km/h).
• You shift CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
• A door is opened.
• A camera or sensor (if equipped) is obstructed. This could be caused by dirt, mud, ice, snow, fog, etc.
• The traction control setting is manually disabled or is repeatedly engaging to prevent wheels from slipping.
• The wheels are spinning while at a standstill.
• The Traffic-Aware Cruise Control system is failing or requires service.
When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is unavailable or cancels, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y no longer drives
consistently at a set speed and no longer maintains a specified distance from the vehicle ahead.
WARNING: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control can cancel unexpectedly at any time for unforeseen reasons. Always watch the
road in front of you and stay prepared to take appropriate action. It is the driver's responsibility to be in control of
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Summary of Cruise Indicators
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is available but is not actively controlling your speed until you activate it. The
number shown in gray is the cruising speed that will be set when you engage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.

Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is actively cruising and is either maintaining the set speed (no vehicle in front) or is
maintaining a chosen following distance from a vehicle ahead (up to the set speed).

CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y has fully stopped but is in a HOLD state. If safe, press the
accelerator pedal to resume cruising at the set speed.

Limitations
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is particularly unlikely to operate as intended in the following types of situations:
• The road has sharp curves.
• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s).
• A camera or sensor (if equipped) is obstructed (fogged over, dirty, covered by a sticker, etc.).
WARNING: The list above does not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper operation of
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.

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Autosteer
NOTE: Autosteer is a BETA feature.
Autosteer builds upon Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 577), intelligently keeping
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y in its driving lane when cruising at a set speed. Autosteer also allows you to use
the turn signals to move CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y into an adjacent lane (see Auto Lane Change on page
591). Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of vehicles and objects to assist you in steeringsteer
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y.
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as environmental
conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, affect performance.
WARNING: Autosteer is a hands-on feature. You must keep your hands on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering
wheel) at all times.
WARNING: Autosteer is intended for use on controlled-access highways with a fully attentive driver. When using
Autosteer, hold the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) and be mindful of road conditions and surrounding
traffic. Do not use Autosteer in construction zones, or in areas where bicyclists or pedestrians may be present. Never
depend on Autosteer to determine an appropriate driving path. Always be prepared to take immediate action. Failure to
follow these instructions could cause damage, serious injury or death.
Operating Autosteer
Before you can operate Autosteer, you must enable it by touching Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Features > Autosteer (Beta).
To indicate that Autosteer is available (but not actively steering CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y),
the instrument panel displays a gray Autosteer icon.

To initiate Autosteer, pull the Autopilot stalk toward you twice in quick succession.

NOTE: If the setting for Autopilot Activation is set to Single Pull (touch Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Activation), Autosteer
engages when you pull the Autopilot stalk toward you once. If set to Double Pull, you must pull the Autopilot stalk toward you
twice in quick succession to engage Autosteer.
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To indicate that Autosteer is now actively assisting in steering CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, the
instrument panel displays the Autosteer icon in blue. When Autosteer is able to detect lane markings, it also
displays the driving lane in blue.

Autosteer briefly displays a message on the instrument panel reminding you to pay attention to the road and be ready to take
over at any timehave your hands on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).
The speed at which you can initiate Autosteer can vary depending on various conditions and whether or not a vehicle is
detected ahead of you. When no vehicle is detected ahead of you, you must be driving at least 18 mph (30 km/h), unless
certain vehicle and environmental conditions are met, in which case, you may be able to initiate it at lower speeds. When a
vehicle is detected ahead of you, you can initiate Autosteer at any speed, even when stationary, provided
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is at least 5 feet (150 cm) behind the detected vehicle.
NOTE: The maximum cruising speed is 90 mph (150 km/h). It is the driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe speed based on
road conditions and speed limits.
NOTE: When Autosteer is engaged, Auto High Beam is automatically enabled and the maximum cruising speed is 85 mph (140
km/h).
WARNING: Never depend on Autopilot features to determine the presence of emergency vehicles.
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y may not detect lights from emergency vehicles. Keep your eyes on your
driving path and always be prepared to take immediate action.
In situations where Autosteer is temporarily unavailable, the Autosteer icon disappears. For example, your driving speed is not
within the speed required for Autosteer to operate. Autosteer may also be unavailable if it is not receiving adequate data from
the camera(s).
NOTE: In low light conditions (dusk or dark), Autosteer aborts or is unavailable if headlights are set to Off. For best results, set
headlights to Auto.
If unable to detect lane markings, Autosteer may determine the driving lane based on a vehicle you are following. In these
situations, the vehicle in front of you is highlighted in blue.
In most cases, Autosteer attempts to center CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y in the driving lane. However, there
may be situations in which Autosteer may steer CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y in a driving path that is offset
from the center of the lane (for example, detection of guard rails).
WARNING: Autosteer is not designed to, and will not, steer CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y around objects
partially in a driving lane and in some cases, may not stop for objects that are completely blocking the driving lane.
Always watch the road in front of you and stay prepared to take immediate action. It is the driver's responsibility to be in
control of CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y at all times.
Restricted Speed

On a controlled-access highway, the cruising speed reflects the speed limit, taking into consideration any offset you've
specified using Speed Assist. However, if you choose to use Autosteer on residential roads, a road without a center divider, or
a road where access is not limited, Autosteer may limit the maximum allowed cruising speed and the instrument panel displays
a message indicating that speed is restricted. The restricted speed will be the speed limit of the road plus 5 mph (10 km/h).
In situations where the speed limit cannot be detected when Autosteer is engaged, Autosteer reduces your driving speed and
limits the set cruising speed to 45 mph (70 km/h). Although you can manually accelerate to exceed the limited speed,
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y may not brake for detected obstacles. Autosteer slows down to the limited speed
when you release the accelerator pedal. When you leave the road, or disengage Autosteer by using the steering wheelsteering
yoke (or steering wheel), you can increase your set speed again, if desired.
Hold Steering WheelSteering Yoke (or Steering Wheel)

Autosteer determines how best to steer assist in steering CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y. When active,
Autosteer requires you to hold the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). If it does not detect your hands on the
steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) for a period of time, a flashing light appears along the top of the instrument
panel and the following message displays:

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Apply slight turning force to steering wheel

Autosteer detects your hands by recognizing slight resistance as the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) turns, or
from you manually turning the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) very lightly (without enough force to take over
steering). Autosteer also qualifies your hands as being detected if you engage a turn signal use the Autopilot stalk, or use a
button or scroll wheel on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).
NOTE: When your hands are detected, the message disappears and Autosteer resumes normal operation.
Autosteer requires that you pay attention to your surroundings and remain prepared to take control at any time. If Autosteer
still does not detect your hands on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), the flashing light on the instrument
panel increases in frequency and a chime sounds.
If you repeatedly ignore Autosteer's prompts to apply slight force to the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel),
Autosteer disables for the rest of the drive and displays the following message requesting you to drive manually. If you don't
resume manual steering, Autosteer sounds a continuous chime, turns on the warning flashers, and slows the vehicle to a
complete stop.
Autopilot unavailable for current drive. Autopilot Strikeout - Attention warnings ignored.

For the rest of the drive, you must steer manually. Autosteer is available again on your next drive (after you stop and shift
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y into Park).
Autopilot Suspension

Use of Autopilot features will be suspended if improper usage is detected.
Use of Autosteer and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is suspended for a week when you or another driver of your vehicle
receives fivethree Autopilot "strikeouts." A strikeout is when the Autopilot system disengages for the remainder of a trip after
the driver receives several audio and visual warnings for inattentiveness.
You can see how many strikeouts are remaining before Autopilot access is suspended by touching Controls > Autopilot.
A strikeout is forgiven after 7 days, as long as you don't receive another strikeout in that time.
NOTE: If your access to Autosteer and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is suspended, you also lose access to Autopark.
However, you can still use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and all active safety features are still enabled.
There may be occasions where driver intervention is required and you must take over immediately to maintain safe driving.
Driver-initiated disengagements do not count as improper usage and are expected from the driver.
Take Over Immediately

In situations where Autosteer is unable to steer CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, Autosteer sounds a warning
chime and displays the following message on the instrument panel:
Take over immediately

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Autosteer is Aborting

In situations where Autosteer is unable to assist in steering CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y, Autosteer aborts,
sounds a warning chime, and displays the following message on the instrument panel:
Autosteer is aborting

Canceling Autosteer

Autosteer cancels when:
• You press the brake pedal.
• You start steering manually.
NOTE: If Autopilot Activation is set to Double Pull and Autosteer cancels because you started steering manually, TrafficAware Cruise Control remains active. If Autopilot Activation is set to Single Pull and Autosteer cancels because you started
steering manually, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control also cancels.
• You apply rotational force to the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) (even a slight amount).
NOTE: If Autopilot Activation is set to Double Pull and Autosteer cancels because you applied rotational force to the
steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), Traffic-Aware Cruise Control remains active. If Autopilot Activation is set
to Single Pull and Autosteer cancels because you started steering manually, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control also cancels.
• You push the Autopilot stalk away from you.
• You exceed the maximum speed at which Autosteer operates – 90 mph (150 km/h).
• You shift.
• A door is opened.
• An Automatic Emergency Braking event occurs (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 647).
When Autosteer cancels, it sounds a chime and the Autosteer icon either turns gray to indicate that Autosteer is no longer
active, or disappears to indicate that it is not currently available.
NOTE: If Autosteer cancels because you started steering manuallyapplied rotational force to the steering wheel, Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control remains active. Disengage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control as you normally would, by pressing the brake pedal or
briefly pushing the Autopilot stalk away from you.
To disable Autosteer so it is no longer available, touch Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Features > Autosteer (Beta).
Auto Lane Change
When Autosteer is active, engage a turn signal to move CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y into an adjacent lane
(moving the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) would cancel Autosteer).
WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to determine whether a lane change is safe and appropriate. Auto Lane Change
cannot detect oncoming traffic in the target lane, especially fast moving vehicles from the rear. Therefore, before
initiating a lane change, always check blind spots, lane markings, and the surrounding roadway to confirm it is safe and
appropriate to move into the target lane.
WARNING: Never depend on Auto Lane Change to determine an appropriate driving path. Drive attentively by watching
the road and traffic ahead of you, checking the surrounding area, and monitoring the instrument panel for warnings.
Always be prepared to take immediate action.
WARNING: Do not use Auto Lane Change on roads where traffic conditions are constantly changing and where bicycles
and pedestrians are present.
WARNING: The performance of Auto Lane Change depends on the ability of the camera(s) to recognize lane markings.
WARNING: Do not use Auto Lane Change on winding roads with sharp curves, on icy or slippery roads, or when weather
conditions (such as heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) may be obstructing the view from the camera(s) or sensors (if equipped).
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WARNING: Failure to follow all warnings and instructions can result in property damage, serious injury or death.
Operating Auto Lane Change

Auto Lane Change is available whenever Autosteer is active. To change lanes using Auto Lane Change:
1. Perform visual checks to make sure it is safe and appropriate to move into the target lane.
2. Engage the appropriate turn signal, keeping your hands on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).
3. If needed, cancel the turn signal once you are in the target lane.
NOTE: Auto Lane Change cancels if the lane change cannot be completed in five seconds.
NOTE: The minimum speed at which Auto Lane Change operates may vary depending on region, adjacent lane speeds, and
other factors. Always be ready to manually steer and change lanes as necessary.
Auto Lane Change assists in moving moves CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y into the adjacent lane in the direction
indicated by the turn signal, provided the following conditions are met:
• The turn signal is engaged.
• Auto Lane Change detected your hands on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).
• CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y does not detect a vehicle in its blind spot, or a vehicle or obstacle up to the
center of the target lane.
• Lane markings indicate that a lane change is permitted.
• Midway through the lane change, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y must detect the target lane's outside lane
marking. If this lane marking is not detected, the lane change is aborted and CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
returns to its original driving lane.
• The view of the camera(s) is not obstructed.
When an automatic lane change is in progress, Overtake Acceleration is activated, allowing CybertruckModel SModel XModel
3Model Y to accelerate closer to a vehicle in front (see Overtake Acceleration on page 583).
NOTE: Auto Lane Change assists in movingmoves CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y one lane at a time. Moving into
an additional lane requires you to engage the turn signal a second time after the first lane change is complete.
When using Auto Lane Change, it is important to monitor its performance by watching the driving path in front of you and the
surrounding area. Stay prepared to take over steering at any time. As you are crossing over into the adjacent lane, the
instrument panel displays the location in the lane that CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y is moving into.
In situations where Auto Lane Change is unable to operate at optimal performance, or cannot operate due to inadequate data,
the instrument panel displays a series of warnings. Therefore, when using Auto Lane Change, always pay attention to the
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Adjacent Lane Speed

When moving significantly faster than vehicles in adjacent lanes, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically
reduces the driving speed. This is especially helpful in heavy traffic situations or when vehicles are constantly merging into
different lanes. When CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y detects other vehicles driving significantly slower, the
instrument panel highlights the adjacent lanes with arrows and detected vehicles in gray, and
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y reduces the driving speed as appropriate. To temporarily override this feature,
press the accelerator pedal.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopilot to determine a safe driving speed; you are responsible for driving safely and
according to traffic laws in your market region.
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning
While Autosteer is in use, CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y displays a warning on the instrument panel and sounds
a chime if it detects that you are likely to run through a red stop light or stop sign. If this happens, TAKE IMMEDIATE
CORRECTIVE ACTION!
The visual and audible warnings cancel after a few seconds, or when you press the brake pedal, whichever comes first.
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning provides warnings only. It does not slow down or stop CybertruckModel SModel XModel
3Model Y at red traffic lights, stop signs, road markings, etc. If equipped with Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control, you can
enable this feature to automatically stop CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y at traffic lights and stop signs (see
Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control on page 599).
CAUTION: Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning requires on-board maps to know that a particular stop light or stop sign
exists at a location. In some cases, map data is inaccurate or outdated and may not include all stop lights or stop signs.
Therefore, Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning may not detect all stop lights and stop signs.
WARNING: The Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning feature does not apply the brakes or decelerate
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y and may not detect all stop lights and stop signs. Stop Light and Stop Sign
Warning is designed 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 Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning to warn you of a stop light or
stop sign.
WARNING: Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning is designed to warn you only when approaching a visible red stop sign,
solid red or later portion of a yellow traffic light. It may not warn you of intersections with flashing lights and it does not
warn you of yield signs or temporary stop and yield signs (such as those used in construction areas). Additionally, Stop
Light and Stop Sign Warning does not warn you of approaching stop lights or stop signs when you are pressing the
accelerator pedal or brake pedal (which disables Autosteer).
Limitations
Autosteer and its associated functions are particularly unlikely to operate as intended when:

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• Autosteer is unable to accurately determine lane markings. For example, lane markings are excessively worn, have visible
previous markings, have been adjusted due to road construction, are changing quickly (lanes branching off, crossing over,
or merging), objects or landscape features are casting strong shadows on the lane markings, or the road surface contains
pavement seams or other high-contrast lines.
• Visibility is poor (heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) or weather conditions are interfering with sensor operation.
• A camera(s) or sensor(s) is obstructed, covered, or damaged.
• Driving on hills.
• Approaching a toll booth.
• Driving on a road that has sharp curves or is excessively rough.
• Bright light (such as direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s).
• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves.
• A vehicle is detected in your blind spot when you engage the turn signal.
• 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).
WARNING: Many unforeseen circumstances can impair the operation of Autosteer. Always keep this in mind and
remember that as a result, Autosteer may not steer assist in steering CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y
appropriately. Always drive attentively and be prepared to take immediate action.

Navigate on Autopilot
NOTE: Navigate on Autopilot is a BETA feature.
When using Autosteer on a controlled-access highway (a main highway on which road users enter and exit using on-ramps
and off-ramps). Navigate on Autopilot guides CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y to off-ramps and interchanges
based on your navigation route. Along the highway portion of a navigation route, Navigate on Autopilot also changes lanes to
prepare for exits (route-based lane changes) and to minimize the driving time to your destination (speed-based lane changes).
WARNING: Navigate on Autopilot does not make driving autonomous. You must pay attention to the road, keep your
hands on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) at all times, and remain aware of your navigation route.
WARNING: As is the case with normal driving, be extra careful around blind corners, interchanges, and on-ramps and
off-ramps - obstacles can appear quickly and at any time.
WARNING: Navigate on Autopilot may not recognize or detect oncoming vehicles, stationary objects, and special-use
lanes such as those used exclusively for bikes, carpools, emergency vehicles, etc. Remain alert at all times and be
prepared to take immediate action. Failure to do so can cause damage, injury or death.
Enabling and Customizing Navigate on Autopilot
To enable Navigate on Autopilot, touch Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Features > Autosteer > Navigate on Autopilot (Beta).
Then, to customize how you want Navigate on Autopilot to operate, touch Customize Navigate on Autopilot:
• Enable At Start Of Every Trip: Choose whether or not you want to automatically enable Navigate on Autopilot for every
navigation route. When enabled, the Navigate on Autopilot button on the turn-by-turn direction list is already enabled at
the start of every trip.
• Speed Based Lane Changes: Navigate on Autopilot is designed to perform both route-based and speed-based lane
changes. Route-based lane changes are designed to keep you on your navigation route (for example, moving you into an
adjacent lane to prepare for an upcoming off-ramp) whereas speed-based lane changes are designed to maintain a driving
speed (not to exceed your cruising speed) that allows you to minimize the time it takes to reach your destination (for
example, moving into an adjacent lane to pass a vehicle in front of you). Speed-based lanes changes are optional. You can
use this setting to disable speed-based lane changes or to specify how aggressively you want Navigate on Autopilot to
change lanes to achieve the set cruising speed. The Mild setting is more conservative about lane changes and may result in
a slightly longer driving time whereas Mad Max is designed to allow you to reach your destination in the shortest driving
time possible, but changes lanes only when safe to do so.
• Exit Passing Lane: Choose whether you want Navigate on Autopilot to maneuver out of a passing lane when navigating to a
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NOTE: In addition to route-based and speed-based lane changes, Navigate on Autopilot requests a lane change out of a
passing lane as a reminder to stay in a slower lane when you are not passing other vehicles. Choose NO to disable this and
keep CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y in a passing lane except when needed to stay on the navigation route.
• Require Lane Change Confirmation: By default, Navigate on Autopilot requires your confirmation before proceeding with a
lane change by pulling the Autopilot stalk toward you or engaging the appropriate turn signal. However, if you want
Navigate on Autopilot to change lanes without requiring this confirmation, turn this setting off. When you turn the setting
off, you can specify if or how you want to be notified of lane changes (Off, Chime, Vibrate, or Both).
WARNING: If you turn off Require Lane Change Confirmation, Navigate on Autopilot notifies you of upcoming lane
changes and off-ramps, but it remains your responsibility to monitor the environment and maintain control of
CybertruckModel SModel XModel 3Model Y at all times. Lane changes can occur quickly and suddenly. Always keep
your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the driving path in front of you.
NOTE: The touchscreen displays route-based lane changes at the top of the map's turn-by-turn direction list to notify you that
an upcoming lane change is needed to stay on the navigation route.
Operating Navigate on Autopilot
Once enabled, the Navigate on Autopilot button appears on the map’s turn-by-turn direction list whenever a navigation route
is active and the route includes at least one controlled-access highway. When enabled, the Navigate on Autopilot button is
blue and the turn-by-turn direction displays the Autosteer icon next to the maneuvers (such as off-ramps) that Navigate on
Autopilot will handle.
The Navigate on Autopilot icon shows in the turn-by-turn direction list when you are navigating to a destination
and Navigate on Autopilot is available but not active.

If Navigate on Autopilot is active, the icon is blue. If Enable at Start of Every Trip is turned on, the Navigate on
Autopilot icon is selected whenever you start navigation. Touch the icon to cancel Navigate on Autopilot and
revert to Autosteer. If Enable At Start Of Every Trip is turned off, you must touch the Navigate on Autopilot
button to enable it for each navigation route.

Navigate on Autopilot activates and deactivates as appropriate, based on the type of road you are driving on. For example, if
Autosteer is active and Navigate on Autopilot is enabled, Navigate on Autopilot automatically becomes active when you reach
a controlled-access highway on your navigation route.
Whenever Navigate on Autopilot is active, the instrument panel displays the driving lane as a single blue line in front of
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When Navigate on Autopilot is active and you approach an off-ramp or interchange along your navigation route, the