WARNING: Forward Collision Warning is designed only to provide visual and audible alerts. It does not attempt to apply
the brakes or decelerate Model SModel X. 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 SModel X 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 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).
WARNING: Forward Collision Warning does not provide a warning when the driver is already applying the brake.
Automatic Emergency Braking
Model SModel X is designed to determine the distance from a detected object traveling in front of it. When a frontal 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 panel 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.

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 90 mph (150 km/h).
In addition, your vehicle may apply the brakes, regardless of driving speed, to prevent or mitigate a subsequent impact after an
initial collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking operates only when driving between approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) and 90 mph (150 km/h).
Automatic Emergency Braking does not apply the brakes, or stops applying the brakes, when:
• You turn the steering wheelsteering yoke 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 ahead.
Automatic Emergency Braking is always enabled when you start Model SModel X. 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.
WARNING: It is strongly recommended that you do not disable Automatic Emergency Braking. If you disable it,
Model SModel X 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.
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WARNING: Automatic Emergency Braking is designed to reduce the impact of frontal collisions only and does not
function when Model SModel X is in Reverse.
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.
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 SModel X detects an object in its driving path. The instrument panel displays a visual warning
and sounds a chime when the brakes are automatically applied. For example, Model SModel X, while parked in front of a
closed garage door with Drive engaged, detects that you have pressed hard on the accelerator pedal. Although
Model SModel X 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 SModel X is stopped or traveling less than 10 mph (16 km/h).
• Model SModel X 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. Several factors, including environmental
conditions, distance from an obstacle, and a driver's actions, can limit, delay, or inhibit Obstacle-Aware Acceleration.
WARNING: Obstacle-Aware Acceleration may not limit torque when performing a sharp turn, such as into a parking
space.
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 Model SModel X 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 ultrasonic sensors 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 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
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CAUTION: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, Model SModel X displays an alert. Contact Tesla
Service.

Speed Assist
How Speed Assist Works
Model SModel X displays a speed limit on the instrument panel 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
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In situations where Model SModel X is unable to determine a speed limit, or if Speed Assist is uncertain that an acquired
speed limit is accurate, the instrument panel 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 SModel X 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 instrument panel 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
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NOTE: The offset from speed limit also affects the number shown in the gray speed icon on the instrument panel.
• 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 SModel X 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).
• Model SModel X 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.
• Model SModel X 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 do not conform to standard recognizable formats.
• 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 SModel X may be equipped with a cabin camera located above the rear view mirror.

The cabin camera is not currently active. If used in a future safety feature, Tesla will notify you of its availability through a
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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 SModel X 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.

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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Using the Touchscreen
Controls
Controls - Overview
Touch Controls on the bottom corner of the touchscreen to control features and customize
Model SModel X to suit your preferences. The Controls screen appears over the map. Touch
an option on the Controls screen to display the various settings and options associated with
the chosen option. Swipe to close.
NOTE: You can also access Controls by touching anywhere on the side of the touchscreen
closest to the driver and swiping open.

When an information icon displays beside a specific setting, touch it to display a popup that
provides helpful details about the associated setting.

NOTE: Many vehicle controls, settings, and preferences (such as climate, media, and navigation) can be adjusted hands-free
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1. List of available settings. When you select an item from this list, its associated settings display on the right side of the
screen.
2. Settings area. The options available for the chosen settings display here, and are described next.
Shortcuts and Frequently Used Settings

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1. Create and access driver profiles (see Driver Profiles on page 182).
2. Access HomeLink (see HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 400), display alerts (see Troubleshooting Alerts on page
543), and access settings for Bluetooth (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381) and networks (see Connecting to
Wi-Fi on page 403).
3. Quick access to locks, trunks and the charge port (see Doors on page 31, Front Trunk on page 69, Rear Trunk on page 60,
and Opening the Charge Port on page 417).
4. Commonly used controls.

1. Create and access driver profiles (see Driver Profiles on page 182).
2. Access HomeLink (see HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 400), display alerts (see Troubleshooting Alerts on page
543), and access settings for Bluetooth (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381) and networks (see Connecting to
Wi-Fi on page 403).
3. Quick access to opening and closing doors and trunks (see Doors on page 31, Front Trunk on page 69 and Rear Trunk on
page 60).
4. Commonly used controls.
Pedals & Steering
Acceleration: Adjust the amount of acceleration. (See Acceleration Modes on page 256Acceleration Modes on page 254).

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Drag Strip Mode: Preconditions the vehicle for improved performance in short distance racing (see Drag Strip Mode on page
256).
Steering Mode: Adjust the amount of effort required to turn the steering wheelsteering yoke (see Adjusting Steering Effort on
page 186).
Regenerative Braking: When you release the accelerator when driving, regenerative braking slows Model SModel X and feeds
any surplus energy back to the Battery. If set to LOW, Model SModel X does not slow down as quickly, but also feeds less
energy back to the Battery (see Regenerative Braking on page 233).
NOTE: Regardless of the setting selected, the energy gained by regenerative braking is reduced if the Battery is full, or is
extremely cold or hot (in which case, surplus energy is used to heat or cool it).
NOTE: The regenerative braking setting is not available on all vehicles.
Stopping Mode: Choose how you want Model SModel X to behave once regenerative braking has reduced the driving speed to
a very low speed, a drive mode is still engaged, and both the accelerator and brake pedals are released. You can adjust this
setting only when Model SModel X is in Park.
Auto Shift out of Park: Turn on if you want Model SModel X to automatically choose the initial drive mode (Drive or Reverse).
See Shifting on page 200.
Automatic Turn Signals: If set to Auto Cancel, turn signals cancel automatically when Model SModel X detects completion of
maneuvers such as merges, lane changes, and forks in the roadway (unless you override this by pressing and holding when you
engage the turn signal). If set to Off, you must cancel turn signals after these types of maneuvers by pressing the turn signal
button (see #unique_45 on page ).
Track Mode: when enabled, this mode modifies the vehicle's stability control, traction control, regenerative braking, and
cooling system to increase performance and handling while driving on closed circuit courses (see Track Mode on page 257).
Creep: When on, Model SModel X applies forward torque in Drive and backwards torque in Reverse when you release the
brake pedal (similar to a conventional vehicle with an automatic transmission). The torque moves the vehicle slowly on flat
roads, but may require you to press the accelerator pedal in some situations (for example, when on a steep hill or driveway).
When off, Model SModel X is free rolling when you let your foot off the brake pedal and the motor does not apply torque until
the accelerator pedal is pressed. You can adjust this setting only when Model SModel X is in Park.
WARNING: Never rely on Creep to apply enough torque to prevent your vehicle from rolling down a hill. Always apply
brakes to remain stopped or the accelerator to proceed up the hill. Failure can result in property damage and/or a
collision.
Traction Control: In circumstances where you deliberately want the wheels to spin (for example, Model SModel X is stuck is
snow, sand, or mud), you can turn off traction control (see Traction Control on page 237).
Slip Start: Turn on to allow wheels to spin (see Traction Control on page 237).
Range Mode: If on, Model SModel X conserves energy by automatically limiting the amount of power that the climate control
system uses to maintain the temperature of the cabin area and limits the amount of energy being used to heat or cool the
Battery. In addition, Range Mode turns off signature lights (only in market regions where daytime running lights are not
required). When turned on in an All-Wheel Drive vehicle, torque distribution between the motors is optimized to maximize
range.
Trailer Mode: Enable Trailer Mode before towing a trailer (see Towing and Accessories on page 269).
Seats
Adjust the seats: Adjust the second row seats by touching the forward and backward buttons.
Easy Entry (if equipped): When enabled, you can move a second row monopost seat all the way forward or backward by
touching the forward/backward button once. When off, you must hold the button to move the second row seats fully forward/
backward (see Accessing Third Row Seats (if equipped) - Monopost Seating on page 101).
Suspension
Adjust the settings associated with the air suspension system. You can adjust the Ride Height (helpful for increasing ground
clearance on steep driveways, etc.) and you can optimize ride and handling by adjusting settings for Adaptive Suspension
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NOTE: To raise the suspension to High, you can also touch the Raise Suspension shortcut on the main Controls screen, instead
of displaying all Suspension settings.
Charging
View charging status and adjust settings related to charging Model SModel X (see Charging Instructions on page 417).
Autopilot
Customize how some of the Autopilot features operate to provide a safer and more convenient driving experience. See About
Autopilot on page 286 for an overview of Autopilot components and features.
• Cruise Follow Distance: Adjust the following distance you want to maintain between Model SModel X and a vehicle traveling
ahead of you when using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control see Adjust the Following Distance on page 304).
• Autosteer (Beta): Turn on the feature that provides automatic steering in addition to Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see
Autosteer on page 310).
• Autosteer Activation: Choose whether you want Autosteer to activate when you Single Click the right scroll button on the
steering wheelsteering yoke. If you choose Double Click, a single press activates Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and you
must press the scroll button twice in quick succession to activate Autosteer.
NOTE: To use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control independently of Autosteer, set your preferences to Double Click.
• Navigate on Autopilot (Beta): Navigate on Autopilot automatically exits at off-ramps and interchanges based on your
navigation route and can also make lane changes designed to prepare for exits and minimize the driving time to your
destination. Touch Customize Navigate on Autopilot to specify how you want Navigate on Autopilot to operate, such as
whether you want it to automatically enable at the start of every trip, how you want it to perform lane changes, etc. (see
Navigate on Autopilot on page 316).
• Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control (Beta): Turn on if you want Model SModel X to automatically stop at traffic lights and
stop signs when using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer (see Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control on page 320).
• Full Self-Driving Visualization Preview (if equipped): Display more details about the roadway and its surroundings, such as
road markings, stop lights, objects (such as trash cans and poles), etc.
• Summon (Beta): Automatically park and retrieve Model SModel X from outside the vehicle (see Summon on page 330) .
Customize Summon: Determine the bumper clearance, distance, amount of side clearance, and whether Summon requires
continuous press to operate (the ability to disable continuous press is not available in all market regions).
Standby Mode: Use Standby Mode to eliminate the delay that occurs when Smart Summon (if equipped) is starting up.
• Set Speed: When you engage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer, choose whether you want the initial cruising
speed set to the Speed Limit or your Current Speed (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 299).
• Offset: When set to cruise at the speed limit, you can choose a Fixed offset, in which the speed is adjusted by a specific
number of mph (km/h) on all roads, or a Percentage offset, in which the speed adjustment varies depending on the
detected speed limit of the road.
• Blind Spot Camera: When ON, the touchscreen displays the view from the corresponding side repeater camera whenever
you engage a turn signal to change lanes. See Blind Spot Camera and Collision Warning Chime on page 338.
• Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime: Choose if you want a chime to sound when a vehicle is in your blind spot and a possible
collision is detected (see Blind Spot Camera and Collision Warning Chime on page 338).
• Speed Limit Warning: Choose the type of warnings, if any, you receive if driving speed exceeds the detected speed limit
(see Speed Assist on page 344).
• Speed Limit: Choose if you want Speed Limit Warning to use a relative or an absolute speed limit (see Speed Assist on page
344). If you choose a relative speed limit, you can specify an Offset to be alerted only when you exceed the speed limit by
the specified offset amount.
• Lane Departure Avoidance: Choose if and how you want the steering wheelsteering yoke to respond if a front wheel passes
over a lane marking when the associated turn signal is off (see Lane Assist on page 336).
• Forward Collision Warning: Choose if and when Model SModel X displays visual and audible warnings in situations when
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• Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance: When enabled, Model SModel X attempts to prevent a potential collision with an
object in an adjacent lane by steering the vehicle back into your driving lane in emergency situations (see Emergency Lane
Departure Avoidance on page 338).
• Automatic Emergency Braking: Choose if you want Model SModel X to automatically apply braking when a frontal collision
is imminent (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 340).
• Obstacle-Aware Acceleration: Choose if you want acceleration to be automatically reduced in situations where
Model SModel X is stopped (or moving slowly) and you accelerate toward a detected obstacle (see Obstacle-Aware
Acceleration on page 343).
• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control Chime: If on, a chime sounds when you engage or cancel Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.
• Green Traffic Light Chime (if equipped): If on, a chime sounds when you are waiting at a red traffic light and the light turns
green. If you are not actively using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and are waiting at a red light with a car in front of you, the
chime sounds when the car advances ahead of you.
LocksVehicle
Keys: You can see all the keys used for Model SModel X and their associated driver profiles. You can add, delete, and change
the driver profile associated with each key (see Driver Profiles on page 182).
Window Lock: Locks the rear window switches.
Child Lock: If on, safety locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from inside the vehicle.
Walk-Away Door Lock: If on, doors automatically lock when you walk away from the vehicle carrying your key fob or phone key
(see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 41Walk-Away Door Lock on page 55).
Driver Door Unlock Mode: Driver Door Unlock Mode will only unlock the driver's door when first unlocking the vehicle.
Unlock on Park: If on, doors automatically unlock when you engage Park (see Unlock on Park on page 42).
Car Left Open Notification: Choose whether you want Model SModel X to send a notification to your Tesla mobile app if your
car remains open for over approximately 10 minutes after you have left:
• Off: You are not notified if you leave Model SModel X open.
• Doors: You are notified only if a door or trunk is left open.
• Doors & Windows: In addition to being notified if a door or trunk is left open, you are notified if Model SModel X is locked
and a window is left open.
Touch Exclude Home to disable the notification when Model SModel X is parked at the location you set as Home in your
Favorites list (see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 371).
Falcon Door Height: If set to AUTO, falcon wing doors open fully, taking into consideration any remembered location-based
heights, and assuming an obstacle is not detected. If set to LOW, falcon wing doors open partially, further protecting
occupants and the vehicle's interior from inclement weather conditions.
Automatic Doors: If on, the driver's door opens whenever you approach Model X and the key is detected. The driver's door
also opens when you double-click the key and the passenger door opens with a subsequent double-click. If not enabled, the
door (or doors) unlock, but you'll need to open the driver's door manually.
Close All With Key Fob: If on, a single-click of the key fob's lock/unlock button closes and locks all doors (and the rear trunk). If
off, you must triple-click the button.
Auto-Present Handles: If on, door handles automatically extend as you approach Model S carrying a key fob or phone key. If
off, you must press the door handle to extend the handle.
Lock Confirmation Sound: If on, a soft horn sounds whenever Model SModel X locks or unlocks (see Walk-Away Door Lock on
page 41Walk-Away Door Lock on page 55).
Close Windows on Lock: If on, all windows automatically close when you lock Model SModel X.
NOTE: To use the Car Left Open Notification, the mobile access setting must be turned on (Controls > Safety > Allow Mobile
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NOTE: Notifications are not sent when Model SModel X is in Camp Mode or if Tesla Theater (if equipped) is active.
Mirror Auto-Tilt: See Mirrors on page 192.
Mirror Auto-Fold: See Mirrors on page 192.
Lights
Control interior and exterior lights. See Lights on page 204.
NOTE: You can also control the exterior headlights by touching the high beam headlights button on the left side of the steering
wheelsteering yoke and then choosing an option using the touchscreen. See High Beam Headlights on page 207#unique_44
on page .
Display
Customize characteristics of the touchscreen and instrument panel:
• Appearance: Customize the display to be Dark or Light. When set to Auto, the brightness changes automatically based on
ambient lighting conditions.
• Brightness: Drag the slider to manually control the brightness level. If Display Mode is set to Auto, the touchscreen further
adjusts based on both the ambient lighting conditions and your brightness preference. Model SModel X remembers your
chosen brightness preference and adjusts the touchscreen accordingly.
Energy Saving: When toggled on, Model SModel X reduces the amount of energy being consumed when not in use (for newer
vehicles, this is automated). See Getting Maximum Range on page 261.
Screen Clean Mode: When enabled, your touchscreen darkens and temporarily disables to facilitate cleaning. Follow the
onscreen instructions to exit Screen Clean Mode.
Touchscreen Language: Select the language that the touchscreen displays.
NOTE: Model SModel X must be in Park to change the language. When you change the language, you experience a brief delay
as Model SModel X shuts down and restarts the touchscreen.
Voice Recognition Language: Choose the language to be used for voice commands.
Voice Navigation Language: Choose the language that the navigation system uses for spoken instructions.
Lock Rear Display: Lock access to the rear touchscreen.
Time: Choose to display time in either 12 or 24 hour format.
Energy Display: Choose to display remaining energy and charging units as either a percentage of battery energy remaining, or
as an estimate of the distance you can drive.
Distance: Choose to display range using miles or kilometers.
Temperature: Choose to display temperature using Fahrenheit or Celsius.
Tire Pressure: Choose to display tire pressures using BAR or PSI.
Trips
View the odometer and view and reset up to two trip meters that summarize how far you have driven (see Trip Information on
page 260).
Navigation
Customize how the navigation system works:
• Navigation Volume: Increase or decrease the volume of spoken navigation instructions by touching - or +, respectively.
Fully decreasing the volume mutes the instructions. You can also mute navigation instructions when a navigation route is
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NOTE: This volume setting applies only to the navigation system’s spoken instructions. It does not change the volume of
media player and phone calls.
• Automatic Navigation: If enabled and your phone's calendar is synced to Model SModel X, you are automatically routed to
an event if you get into Model SModel X within two hours of the event's start time (assuming the event on your calendar
includes a valid address). When this feature is turned on, Model SModel X also automatically initiates a navigation route to
your specified Home and Work locations on weekdays (see Automatic Navigation on page 371).
• Trip Planner: Use trip planner (if available in your market region) to plan your driving and add stops at superchargers if
charging is needed to reach a destination to which you are navigating (see Trip Planner on page 373).
• Online Routing: When selected, Model SModel X can automatically reroute you to a navigation destination to avoid delays
(see Online Routing on page 373).
• Avoid Ferries: When on, navigation routes avoid the use of ferries.
• Avoid Tolls: When on, navigation routes avoid the use of tolls.
• Use HOV Lanes: When on, navigation routes include the use of High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes. This is particularly
useful when using Navigate on Autopilot, if equipped (see Navigate on Autopilot on page 316). You are responsible for
ensuring Model SModel X is eligible to use HOV lanes.
NOTE: You can also display these navigation settings by touching the settings icon on the map (see Maps and Navigation on
page 368).
Safety
Allow Mobile Access: Allow your Tesla mobile app to access your Model SModel X (see Mobile App on page 406).
NOTE: To disable Allow Mobile Access, you must enter your Tesla account credentials.
Parking Brake: Manually apply and release the parking brake (see Parking Brake on page 235).
Power Off: Manually power off Model SModel X (see Powering Off on page 196).
Speed Limit Mode: Speed Limit Mode allows you to limit acceleration and limit the maximum driving speed to a chosen value
between 50 and 90 mph (80 and 145 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 panel displays a message, and Model SModel X sends a
notification to the mobile app. To enable Speed Limit Mode:
1. Ensure Model SModel X is in Park.
2. Touch Controls > Safety > Speed Limit Mode on the touchscreen, or touch Controls in your mobile app.
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 (Controls > Pedals & Steering > Acceleration) automatically
sets to Chill.
WARNING: Driving downhill can increase driving speed and cause Model SModel X 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.
Sentry Mode: When enabled, cameras and sensors remain powered on and ready to record suspicious activity whenever
Model SModel X is locked and in Park. See (Using Sentry Mode on page 397).
Third Row Easy Entry: If your Model SModel X is equipped with monopost seats and a third row, a third row ingress button is
located on the backrest of each outboard monopost seat in the second row. This button makes it easy for passengers to enter
and exit the third row seating positions. Use this setting to choose how you want the button to work (see Monopost Seats on
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View Live Camera via Mobile App: Enable to see a live video feed of your vehicle’s surroundings from the mobile app (see Using
Sentry Mode on page 397).
Dashcam: When enabled, cameras can record and save video footage of the surrounding roadway (see Using Dashcam on
page 396). Customize Dashcam by selecting:
• Auto: Dashcam automatically saves a recording to the USB flash drive (if available and installed) in situations where
Model SModel X detects a safety event, such as a collision or airbag deployment.
• Manual: You must touch the Dashcam icon to save a recording of the most recent 10 minutes of driving to the USB flash
drive.
• Off: Dashcam is disabled until you select Auto or Manual.
• On Honk: When you press the horn, Dashcam saves a recording of the most recent 10 minutes of driving to the USB flash
drive.
Delete Dashcam Clips: Deletes all Dashcam and Sentry Mode footage, including recent and saved clips.
Format USB Drive: If a USB flash drive is inserted into a front USB port, touch to format the flash drive to allow Model SModel X
to save video recordings using Dashcam, Sentry Mode or Track Mode (see USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on
page 80USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 88).
Park Assist Chimes: If on, a beep sounds when Model SModel X approaches an object while parking (see Park Assist on page
245).
Joe Mode: If on, Joe Mode lowers the volume of your vehicle's chimes, except for turn signals.
NOTE: Joe Mode may not be available at delivery.
Security Alarm: Enable the security alarm (see Security Settings on page 394).
Tilt/Intrusion: If your vehicle is equipped with the security package, a battery-backed siren sounds in situations where
Model SModel X detects motion inside the cabin, or is moved or tilted (for example, with a tow truck or jack). See Tilt/Intrusion
(if equipped) on page 394.
Passive Entry: If on, doors automatically unlock and door handles extend (if Auto-Present Handles is on) whenever you
approach Model SModel X carrying a key fob. If off, you must use the key fob to unlock Model SModel X. See Using the Key
Fob on page 43.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal to power Model SModel X on before you can change the Passive Entry setting. See
Starting on page 195.
NOTE: If Passive Entry is off and you do not press the brake pedal to start Model SModel X within approximately five minutes,
a message displays on the instrument panel and you must use the key fob to lock, then unlock Model SModel X again before
starting the vehicle.
NOTE: When you enable passive entry, it is recommended that you also enable PIN to Drive to increase security (see PIN to
Drive on page 394).
PIN to Drive: Increase security by preventing Model SModel X from being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification
Number) is entered (see PIN to Drive on page 394).
Glovebox PIN: For additional security, protect glovebox contents using a 4-digit PIN (see Glovebox PIN on page 394).
Cabin Overheat Protection: Reduce the temperature of the cabin in extremely hot ambient conditions for a period of up to
twelve hours after you exit Model SModel X (see Cabin Overheat Protection on page 367). Cabin Overheat Protection stops
operating after 12 hours, or when the energy remaining in the Battery drops to 20%, whichever occurs first.
Active Road Noise Reduction: Specify if and how you want Active Road Noise Reduction to operate (see Active Road Noise
Reduction on page 91).
Service
Owner's Manual: View the onscreen Owner's Manual. A new version of the onscreen owner's manual is typically provided with
every software update and therefore contains more recent information that those provided by Tesla elsewhere (for example,
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Car Wash Mode: Enable before using a car wash to ensure all doors and windows are closed, and all chimes are turned off. See
Car Wash Mode on page 446.
Adjust Headlights: Make adjustments to the level of the headlights .
CAUTION: Headlights should only be adjusted by Tesla Service.
Towing: Prepare Model SModel X to be transported by keeping it in Neutral (with the parking brake disengaged), when you
exit. See Instructions for Transporters on page 503Instructions for Transporters on page 510Instructions for Transporters on
page 517.
Wheel Configuration: Update your vehicle's wheel configuration if you are installing new wheels or swapping them for different
ones. This also displays the correct wheel on your vehicle's avatar on the touchscreen.
CAUTION: Changing your vehicle's wheel configuration can impact range estimates, tire pressure warnings, and vehicle
visualization. See Tire Care and Maintenance on page 431.
WARNING: Only use Tesla-approved wheels when installing or swapping wheels. Using non Tesla-approved wheels can
cause serious damage. Tesla is not liable for damage caused by using wheels not approved by Tesla.
Reset TPMS Sensors: Reset the TPMS sensors after replacing a wheel (see Resetting the TPMS Sensors on page 437).
Notifications: Display a list of notifications that have recently appeared on your vehicle.
Update Key Fob: Your vehicle must be in Park to update your key fob. See Using the Key Fob on page 43 for more information.
Spoiler Mode (if equipped): The spoiler can change position to provide maximum visibility and the most effective
aerodynamics for Model X. To enable, choose Automatic (see Active Spoiler on page 268).
Reset Bluetooth Functionality: (For vehicles manufactured before approximately April 2018) If Bluetooth is taking an
exceptionally long time to pair, reset Bluetooth functionality and pair your device again. See Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page
381.
Camera Calibration: Clear the existing calibration of Autopilot cameras to reset the stored camera positions and angles. Once
calibration is cleared, you must drive to calibrate the cameras. See Drive to Calibrate Cameras on page 291 for more
information.
Factory Reset: Erase all personal data (saved addresses, music favorites, HomeLink programming, etc.) and restore all settings
to their factory defaults. This is useful when transferring ownership of Model SModel X. Before erasing, you must enter the
credentials for your Tesla account.
Jack Mode: Disables self-leveling of the air suspension system.
WARNING: The air suspension system causes Model SModel X to self-level, even when powered off. Therefore, when
transporting or lifting, you must engage Jack Mode to disable self-leveling (see Instructions for Transporters on page
517 Instructions for Transporters on page 503Instructions for Transporters on page 510and Jacking and Lifting on
page 462).
Wiper Service Mode: Turn on to provide easy access to wiper blades (see Wiper Blades and Washer Jets on page 450).
Software
Learn more about your Model SModel X and the status of software updates:
• Get more information about your Model SModel X such as the VIN, vehicle name, and odometer. Touch Additional vehicle
information to display a list of the various options your vehicle is equipped with.
• View your current software version, map version, and release notes.
• View and install new software updates. Model SModel X must be connected to Wi-Fi to update the software.
• Customize how often you want to receive software updates by touching Software Update Preferences (see Software
Update Preferences on page 404).
• Data Sharing: Allow sharing cabin camera analytics with Tesla to help improve safety features (see #unique_49 on page
).