NOTE: You can show or hide any media app/source. See Media Settings on page 376.
When listening to internet radio or a music streaming service, the options available on the Media Player screen vary depending
on what you are listening to. Touch the next (or previous) arrows to play the next (and in some cases previous) available
station, episode, or track. You can also play next/previous using the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering yoke.

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Streaming services are available only when a data connection is available (for example, Wi-Fi or Premium Connectivity). For
some media services, you can use a default Tesla account. For others, you may need to enter account credentials the first time
you use it.
NOTE: Instead of launching a different media app, you can change the source from within the Media Player screen by choosing
a source from the dropdown list on the left side.
NOTE: You can use voice commands to adjust media settings and preferences, such as volume control, playing certain songs,
or switching the media source (see Voice Commands on page 391).
Volume Controls
Roll the scroll button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering yoke up or down to increase or decrease volume
respectively. The scroll button adjusts the volume for media, voice commands, and phone calls.
You can also adjust the volume by touching the arrows associated with the speaker icon on the bottom corner of the
touchscreen.
To mute the volume, press the left scroll button. Press again to unmute.
NOTE: Pressing the left scroll button during a phone call mutes both the sound and your microphone.
NOTE: If you're playing media and you receive a phone call, or the navigation system is speaking directions, the volume of what
you are listening to is temporarily muted.
Media Settings
NOTE: The settings available vary depending on market region. Also, a setting may not be applicable to all audio sources.
When displaying an audio source screen, press the settings icon located in the search bar to access audio
settings.

You can adjust these settings:
• Tone: Drag the sliders to adjust the subwoofer and any of the five frequency bands (Bass, Bass/Mid, Mid, Mid/Treble, and
Treble). If equipped with premium audio, you can adjust the level of sound immersion to make your music experience more
engaging by dragging the immersive sound slider according to your preferences.
• Balance: Drag the center circle to the location in Model SModel X where you want to focus the sound.
• Options: Set preferences for optional features. For example, you can turn DJ Commentary, Explicit Content, and Allow
Mobile Control on or off.
• Sources: Displays all available media sources and allows you to choose whether you want to show or hide each source. You
may want to hide media sources that you never use. Once hidden, the media source does not appear on the drop down list
in Media Player, nor will it appear in the app tray when you touch the App Launcher. You can re-display a hidden media
source at any time by returning to this settings screen.
Searching Audio Content
Touch Media Player's magnifying glass icon to search for a particular song, album, artist, podcast, or station.
You can also use voice commands to search hands-free (see Voice Commands on page 391). If available, touch
HD® to play high definition versions of the selected frequency.

Caraoke
In addition to various streaming services, your vehicle is equipped with Caraoke. To access Caraoke, navigate to Media Player
and select the drop down menu to change the media source to Caraoke. Or add Caraoke as an app in the app launcher. You
can browse through various songs and select the song you want to sing. Touch the microphone icon to enable or disable the
song's main vocals. Disabling the microphone leaves only the song's instrumentals and background vocals. Touch the lyrics
icon (located next to the microphone icon) to enable or disable the song's lyrics.
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NOTE: Depending on vehicle configuration and market region, Caraoke may not be available on your vehicle.
WARNING: Never read Caraoke lyrics while driving. You must always pay attention to the road and traffic conditions.
When driving, the Caraoke lyrics are intended only for use by a passenger.
Recents and Favorites
For most source content, recents and favorites display at the top for easy access.
To add a currently playing station, podcast, or audio file to your Favorites list, touch the Favorites icon on Media
Player.

To remove an item as a favorite, touch the highlighted Favorites icon. You can also remove multiple favorites by
expanding Media Player to show all favorites for the applicable type of source content. Then press and hold any
favorite. An X appears on all favorites and you can then touch the X to remove them from your Favorites list.

Your recently played selections are updated continuously so you don't need to remove them.

NOTE: Selections you play on FM radio are not included in the Recents list.
Playing Media from Devices
You can play audio files from a Bluetooth-connected device (like a phone) or a USB-connected flash drive. When you connect
a Bluetooth or USB device, Media Player includes the device as a media source.
USB Connected Flash Drives

Insert a flash drive into a front USB port (see USB Ports on page 86USB Ports on page 79). Touch Media Player > USB, and
then touch the name of the folder that contains the song you want to play. After you display the contents of a folder on the
USB connected flash drive, you can touch any song in the list to play it. Or use the previous and next arrows in Media Player to
scroll through your songs. You can also scroll to next/previous songs using the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering
yoke.
NOTE: To play media from a USB connection, Model SModel X recognizes flash drives only. To play media from other types of
devices (such as an iPod), you must connect the device using Bluetooth.
NOTE: Media Player supports USB flash drives with exFAT formatting (NTFS is not currently supported).
NOTE: Use a USB port located at the front of the center console. The USB connections at the rear of the console are for
charging only.
Bluetooth Connected Devices

If you have a Bluetooth-capable device such as a phone that is paired and connected to Model SModel X (see Pairing a
Bluetooth Phone on page 381), you can play audio files stored on it. Choose Media Player's Phone source, touch the name of
your Bluetooth-connected device, then touch CONNECT.
Your Bluetooth device begins playing the audio file that is currently active on your device. If no audio file is playing, use your
device to choose the audio file you want to listen to. When the chosen file begins to play, you can then use Media Player's next
and previous icons (or use the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering yoke) to play other tracks.
NOTE: To play media from a Bluetooth-connected device, ensure that access to the device’s media is turned on (see Pairing a
Bluetooth Phone on page 381).

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Entertainment
Overview
NOTE: Entertainment options vary by market region.
The touchscreen displays the Entertainment screen when you choose any of the following apps:
Theater: Play various video streaming services (such as Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, etc.) while parked.

Arcade: Want to game? Depending on the game, you may need to use the steering wheelsteering yoke buttons
or a USB controller to play arcade games.

Toybox: Play in the Toybox while parked.

Browser: Access the web browser.

WARNING: Use entertainment features only when Model SModel X is parked. Always pay attention to road and traffic
conditions when driving. Using these features while driving is illegal and very dangerous.
NOTE: Many entertainment features can be easily accessed hands-free using voice commands (see Voice Commands on page
391).
Toybox
Select This...

To Do This...

007 (air
suspension
vehicles only)

You are no longer a "Driver", you're a "Diver"! Touch Controls > Suspension to change your depth.

Boombox

Joy to the world! If Model SModel X is equipped with a Pedestrian Warning System, delight pedestrians
with a variety of sounds from your vehicle's external speaker while in Park. See Boombox on page 379
for more details.
NOTE: Check local laws before use in public spaces.

Emissions Testing
Mode

Holiday fun can come in surprising ways. Select your preferred fart style and target seat. For those
lucky vehicles equipped with a Pedestrian Warning System, you can choose to broadcast externally
when in Park. Use your turn signal or press the left scroll wheel when you’re ready to “release” your
prank.

Light Show

Park outside, turn the volume up, roll down your windows, then enjoy the show.

Light Show

Park outside, turn the volume up, roll down your windows, then enjoy the show.

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Ludicrous Speed
(P100D vehicles
only)

Press and hold the Ludicrous setting (open the Controls drawer and touch Controls > Driving >
Acceleration > Ludicrous) for approximately five seconds. Touch Yes, bring it on! if you want to go fast.
To display power and acceleration readings on the instrument panel, press either scroll button briefly
until the available options are displayed. Then, roll the scroll button to highlight Readout then press the
scroll button again.

Mars

The map shows your Model SModel X as a rover on the Martian landscape, and the About Your Tesla
box displays SpaceX's interplanetary spaceship.

Rainbow Charge
Port

When Model SModel X is locked and charging, press the button on the mobile connector ten times in
quick succession. Neat, huh?

Rainbow Road

Need more cowbell? Visit Rainbow Road by pulling the Autopilot stalk toward you four times in quick
succession while Autosteer is enabled.

Romance Mode

You can’t roast chestnuts by an open fire in your car, but you can still cozy up with your loved ones by
this virtual fireplace. While in Park, access Romance Mode from your Toybox. Queue the music and get
your romance on!

Sketchpad

Channel your inner Picasso. Show us what you got! Touch Publish to submit your artistic compositions
to Tesla for critiquing.

TRAX

It's never too late to follow your dream of becoming a world-famous DJ. With TRAX, you can turn your
vehicle into your own personal music studio. While in Park, choose from an array of instruments and
unique sounds to create the next hit song. Access TRAX through your Toybox on the touchscreen and
get jamming. Microphone and headset not included (depending on vehicle configuration and market
region, this may not be available on your vehicle).

The Answer to the
Ultimate Question
of Life, The
Universe, and
Everything

Rename your car to 42 (touch Controls > Software and touch the vehicle's name). Notice the new name
of your Model SModel X.

Boombox
Boombox, an app in Toybox, uses the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) speaker to play media externally when
Model SModel X is parked, when you press the horn, or when you use Summon to move Model SModel X. When Boombox is
enabled, you can control external volume only when playing current media. You can customize sounds by plugging in a
specifically-formatted USB drive.
NOTE: Check local laws before using Boombox in public places.
1. Play current media
◦ Available in Park only.
◦ Internal and external volume control.
◦ If Camp Mode is enabled in Climate Controls, you can exit the car and control the volume with the mobile app.
2. Megaphone When toggled on, you can project a modulated voice through the external speaker of Model SModel X.
◦ Available in Park only.
◦ External volume control.
3. Horn sound
◦ Available in Park only.
◦ Settings can be adjusted only when in Park.
◦ Selecting from a USB drive plays the first five seconds.
4. Summon sound
◦ Preview is only available in Park.
◦ Some sounds are only available if you are logged into a specific music streaming service and have internet connectivity.
◦ Plays when using Summon on page 330 or Smart Summon on page 333.

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Formatting a USB drive for Boombox

You can add up to five custom Boombox sounds.
1. Using a computer, format a USB drive to exFAT, MS-DOS FAT (for Mac), ext3, or ext4 (NTFS is currently not supported)
and upload audio files to a folder named Boombox.
◦ Supported file types: .wav and .mp3.
◦ You can add as many files as you want to the folder, but you can only select from the first five, as listed alphabetically.
◦ File names, of any length, can only contain these characters: a-z, A-Z, 0-9, ( . - _ ).
◦ The drive should only contain one folder; it cannot be shared with Dashcam.
2. Plug the USB drive into a front USB port.
3. Choose sounds from your USB drive by selecting them in the Boombox dropdown menus.
Car Colorizer
Change the color of your Model SModel X on the touchscreen by navigating to Toybox or Controls > Software. Touch the color
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Phone and Calendar
Bluetooth® Compatibility
You can use your Bluetooth-capable phone hands-free in Model SModel X provided your phone is within
operating range. Although Bluetooth typically supports wireless communication over distances of up to
approximately 30 feet (nine meters), performance can vary based on the phone you are using.

Before using your phone with Model SModel X, you must pair it. Pairing sets up Model SModel X to work with your Bluetoothcapable phone (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381).
NOTE: Authenticating your phone to use as a key (see Keys on page 20) does not also allow you to use the phone hands-free,
play media from it, etc. You must also pair it as described below.
You can pair up to ten Bluetooth phones. Unless you've specified a specific phone as a Priority Device or if the phone specified
as Priority Device is not within range, Model SModel X always connects to the last phone that was used (provided it is within
range). To connect to a different phone, see Bluetooth® Compatibility on page 381.
NOTE: On many phones, Bluetooth turns off if the phone’s battery is low.
NOTE: In addition to phones, you can pair other Bluetooth-enabled devices with Model SModel X. For example, you can pair
an iPod Touch, an iPad, an Android tablet, etc. from which you can play music.
Pairing a Bluetooth Phone
Pairing allows you to use your Bluetooth-capable phone hands-free to make and receive phone calls, access your contact list,
recent calls, etc. It also allows you to play media files from your phone. Once a phone is paired, Model SModel X can connect
to it whenever the phone is within range.
To pair a phone, follow these steps while sitting inside Model SModel X:
1. Ensure both the touchscreen and the phone are powered on.
2. On your phone, enable Bluetooth and ensure it is discoverable.
NOTE: On some phones, this may require you to go to Bluetooth Settings for the remainder of the procedure.
3. Touch the Bluetooth icon located at the top of the Controls screenat the top of the touchscreen.
4. On the touchscreen, touch Add New Device > Start Search. A list of all available Bluetooth devices within operating
distance displays on the Bluetooth settings screen.
5. Choose the phone with which you want to pair. Within a few seconds, the Bluetooth settings screen displays a randomly
generated number. Your phone also display a number.
6. Check that the number displayed on your phone matches the number on the Bluetooths settings screen. Then, on your
phone, confirm that you want to pair.
7. If prompted on your phone, specify whether you want to allow Model SModel X to access your personal information, such
as calendar, contacts and media files.
When paired, Model SModel X automatically connects to the phone, and the Bluetooth settings screen displays the Bluetooth
symbol next to the phone’s name to indicate that the connection is active.
You can display the Bluetooth settings screen at any time and change the settings associated with a connected device. For
example, you can designate a connected phone as the Priority Device. This is useful in situations where you have connected
more than one phone, and both phones are frequently used in Model SModel X at the same time. Model SModel X
automatically attempts to connect to the priority device before others. If a priority device is not specified, or is not within
range, Model SModel X connects to the most recently used phone (if applicable).
For vehicles manufactured prior to approximately April 2018: If Bluetooth takes an exceptionally long time to pair, reset
Bluetooth functionality by touching Controls > Service > Reset Bluetooth. You may need to wait a few minutes. Once reset, try
pairing to Model SModel X again. After you reset Bluetooth functionality, the vehicle may forget any previously paired devices.

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Importing Contacts and Recent Calls
Once paired, use the Bluetooth settings screen to specify whether you want to allow access to your phone’s calendar,
contacts and recent calls. If you allow access, you can use the phone app to make calls and send messages to people in your
list of contacts and on your recent calls list (see Bluetooth® Compatibility on page 381). Before contacts can be imported, you
may need to either set your phone to allow syncing, or respond to a popup on your phone to confirm that you want to sync
contacts. This varies depending on the type of phone you are using. For details, refer to the documentation provided with your
phone.
NOTE: You can turn access to your contacts and recent calls on or off at any time by displaying the Bluetooth settings screen,
choosing the phone, and then changing the associated access settings.
Unpairing a Bluetooth Phone
If you want to disconnect your phone and use it again later, simply touch Disconnect on the Bluetooth settings screen. If you
no longer want to use your phone with Model SModel X, touch Forget This Device. Once you forget a device, you must pair it
again if you want to use it with Model SModel X (see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381).
NOTE: Your phone automatically disconnects when you leave Model SModel X.
NOTE: Unpairing the phone has no effect on using the phone as a key. To forget an authenticated phone, see Keys on page
20Keys and Doors on page 43.
Connecting to a Paired Phone
Model SModel X automatically connects to a phone that you designated as Priority Device on the Bluetooth settings screen. If
you have not set a phone as a priority, Model SModel X connects to the last phone to which is was connected, provided it is
within operating range and has Bluetooth turned on. If the last phone is not within range, it attempts to connect with the next
phone that it has been paired with.
To connect to a different phone, touch the Bluetooth icon at the top of the touchscreenControls screen. The Bluetooth
settings screen displays a list of paired phones. Choose the phone you want to connect to, then touch Connect. If the phone
you want to connect to is not listed, you must pair the phone. See Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381.
When connected, the Bluetooth settings screen displays the Bluetooth symbol next to the phone's name to show that
Model SModel X is connected to the phone.
Using the Phone App
When your phone is connected to Model SModel X using Bluetooth, and you have allowed access to information
on your phone (see Importing Contacts and Recent Calls on page 382), you can use the phone app to display
and make a hands-free call to anyone listed on your phone.

• Calls- Displays recent calls in chronological order with the most recent call listed first.
• Messages- Displays message in chronological order with the most recent message listed first. You can view, send, and
receive text messages. Instead of typing a text message, touch the microphone button on the right side of the steering
wheelsteering yoke to enter text using your voice.
WARNING: To minimize distraction and ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users, do not
view or send text messages when the vehicle is in motion. Pay attention to road and traffic conditions at all times
when driving.
• Contacts- Contacts are listed in alphabetical order and can be sorted by first name or last name. You can also choose a
letter on the right side of the list to quickly scroll to the names that begin with the selected character. When you touch a
name on your contacts list, the contact's available number(s) displays on the right pane, along with other available
information (such as address). Touch the contact's number to make a call.
• Favorites- Displays the contacts from your phone that you have identified as Favorites.
• Calendar- Displays calendar entries from your phone (see Calendar on page 383). If an entry includes a phone number or
an address, you can make a phone call, or navigate to a destination, by touching the corresponding information in the
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Making a Phone Call
You can make a phone call by:
• Speaking a voice command (see Voice Commands on page 391). Voice commands are a convenient, hands-free way to
call or text your contacts.
• Selecting a contact or recent call from the menu on your right scroll button (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on
page 189).
• Touching a phone number shown in a list in the phone app - Contacts, Calls, or Calendar.
• Using the Model SModel X on-screen dialer in the Phone app's Calls list.
NOTE: If it is safe and legal to do so, you can also initiate a call by dialing the number or selecting the contact directly from
your phone.
NOTE: You can also make a phone call by touching a pin on the map and choosing the phone number (if available) on the popup
screen.
Receiving a Phone Call
When your phone receives an incoming call, the instrument panel and touchscreen displaytouchscreen displays the caller’s
number or name (if the caller is in your phone’s contact list and Model SModel X has access to your contacts).
Touch one of the options on the touchscreen to Answer or Ignore the call. Depending on the phone you are using and what
speakers you used for your most recent call, your phone may prompt you to choose which speakers you want to use for the
incoming call.
WARNING: Stay focused on the road at all times while driving. Using or programming a phone while driving, even with
Bluetooth enabled, can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Follow all applicable laws regarding the use of phones while driving, including, but not limited to, laws that
prohibit texting and require hands-free operation at all times.
In Call Options
When a call is in progress, you can display the call menu on the instrument panel by pressing the top button on the right side
of the steering wheel. Then roll the right scroll button and choose an option (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page
189). To adjust the call volume, roll the steering wheel's left scroll button during a call.
In Call Options
When a call is in progress, the call menu displays on the touchscreen. Then roll the right scroll button to choose an option. To
adjust the call volume, roll the steering wheelsteering yoke's left scroll button during a call.
Calendar
The calendar displays scheduled events from your phone’s (iPhone® or Android™) calendar for the current and
next day. The calendar is conveniently integrated with the phone app so you can navigate to, or dial into, your
next meeting.

Using the calendar requires that:
• The Tesla mobile app is running, you are logged in, and the mobile app's Calendar Sync setting is turned on. The mobile app
can then periodically (and automatically) send calendar data from your phone to Model SModel X.
NOTE: To ensure you have access to all of the calendar's features, it is recommended that you use the most recent version
of the mobile app.
• Your phone is connected to Model SModel X via Bluetooth (for privacy reasons, Model SModel X displays calendar data
only from a connected phone). In situations when your vehicle is not connected to a phone, touch Connect Phone on the
calendar list.
• Mobile access is turned on (Controls > Safety > Allow Mobile Access).
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• Both your phone and your vehicle have good connectivity.
If a calendar event includes an address, a navigation arrow displays to indicate that you can touch the address to navigate to
the event's location. When an event on your calendar takes place within the next hour and has a uniquely specified address,
the touchscreen notifies you if there is a better route due to traffic, even when you’re not actively using navigation.
If an event has a uniquely specified address and takes place within two hours of you entering your vehicle and preparing to
drive, Model SModel X automatically routes you to the event's address (see Automatic Navigation on page 371).
Touch an event's information icon to display all notes associated with the event. If the notes include one or more phone
numbers, the information icon shows a phone icon and the calendar displays the first phone number found. Touch to initiate a
phone call. You can also initiate a phone call by touching any number in an event's notes popup screen (this is especially useful
for conference calls). If notes include a web link, you can touch the link to open it in the Web browser.

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Air Suspension
NOTE: When Model SModel X starts, you may hear the sound of the compressor as the air suspension system’s reservoir fills
with air.
Your Model SModel X is equipped with Adaptive Air Suspension that offers superior ride quality and allows you to choose a
softer or firmer ride based on your preference. When carrying loads, the system also maintains a level height between the
front and rear. You can manually adjust the ride height to suit your circumstances (for example, you can raise Model SModel X
when you need extra ground clearance, such as when driving on a steep driveway or ramp, in deep snow, over large speed
bumps, parking curbs, etc.).
If a fault is detected that reduces the performance of the adaptive air suspension system, a yellow indicator
lights up on the instrument panel. If the problem persists, contact Tesla.

If a fault is detected that disables the adaptive air suspension system, a red indicator lights up on the instrument
panel. Contact Tesla.

Adjusting Ride Height
CAUTION: Before adjusting the suspension height, ensure Model SModel X is clear of all obstacles, above and below.
You can manually adjust the ride height by pressing the brake pedal touching Controls > Suspension on the touchscreen. The
ride height settings that are available depend on your driving speed and other conditions (for example, the suspension does
not lower if a door is open). The touchscreen also displays the approximate ground clearance for each setting. Drag the slider
to choose from these options:
• Very High - When set to Very High, the suspension automatically lowers to the default ride height* (StandardMedium or
Low) after driving approximately 100 feet (30 meters) or when driving speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). To maintain the
Very High setting for an unlimited distance until your driving speed reaches the speed threshold, touch Keep until 15 mph.
• High - When set to High, the suspension automatically lowers to the default ride height* (StandardMedium or Low) after
driving approximately 100 feet (30 meters) or when driving speed reaches 35 mph (56 km/h). To maintain the High setting
for an unlimited distance until your driving speed reaches the speed threshold, touch Keep until 35 mph.
NOTE: You can also raise the suspension to High by touching the Raise Suspension shortcut on the main Controls window.
• Standard - The Standard setting ensures optimum comfort and handling under all loading conditions.
• Medium - The Medium setting ensures optimum comfort and handling under all loading conditions. The suspension
automatically lowers to Low when driving speed exceeds 55 mph (89 km/h).
• Low - Lowering the height can improve aerodynamics, make it easier to load or unload cargo and passengers, and improve
handling.
• Very Low - This setting takes effect only when you manually choose it. The suspension reverts to the default setting on
your next drive.
*If the Default Ride Height to Low setting is turned off, the ride height is adjusted between StandardMedium and Low to
balance ride comfort with handling and range. To optimize handling and range, turn on the Default Ride Height to Low setting.
CAUTION: Avoid driving aggressively (hard accelerations, sharp turns, etc.) when the suspension is set to High or Very
High. Doing so can cause vibration and increase the possibility of damage.
CAUTION: Acceleration may be reduced when the suspension is set to High or Very High.
Adaptive Suspension Damping
The settings associated with Adaptive Suspension Damping provide real-time adjustments to the suspension system to
optimize both ride and handling. Choose from:
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• Comfort - Provides a gentler ride for a relaxed driving experience.
• Auto - Adjusts to a wide range of roads and driving styles, providing a fluid yet well controlled ride.
• Sport - Provides a firmer, more controlled ride that increases driver engagement and connection to the road.
• Advanced - Can be used to fine tune the suspension by dragging individual sliders that adjust Ride Comfort and Handling.
Touch Show Suspension Data to display detailed information about the dampers for each wheel, including ride height,
compression and rebound values, and body accelerations.
Use Comfort Damping in Autopilot - By default, damping automatically sets to the Comfort setting when using Autopilot, and
reverts back to your chosen setting when Autopilot is no longer in use. Turn this setting off to disable this feature.
NOTE: Settings for Adaptive Suspension Damping are disabled when Track Mode is engaged. Track Mode automatically
optimizes adaptive damping settings to support aggressive driving on a closed circuit driving course (see Track Mode on page
257).
Real-time Visualization
The image of your Model SModel X on the Suspension screen provides a real-time visualization of the status of the air
suspension system. In addition to visually showing changes to the ride height, it displays Compression and Rebound lines that
reflect how the suspension system is controlling the dampers for each wheel based on your chosen settings and changing
road conditions. Both are controlled simultaneously. Touch Show Suspension Data to display detailed information about the
dampers for each wheel, including ride height, compression and rebound values, and body accelerations.
NOTE: The instrument panel can also display a real-time visualization of how the suspension system is dynamically adjusting
each wheel’s damping to account for changing road conditions. To view, hold the respective steering wheelsteering yoke scroll
button briefly until the available options are displayed. Roll the scroll button to highlight Suspension, then tap the scroll button.
Auto-Raising Locations
Whenever you raise the suspension to High or Very High, the location is automatically saved. By saving the location, you do not
need to manually raise the suspension every time you arrive at a frequently-used location where you have previously raised the
suspension. When you return to the saved location, Model SModel X raises the suspension and the instrument panel displays a
message indicating that the suspension is being raised.
When saving locations, Model SModel X also saves the Keep until XX mph setting (if specified).
NOTE: When returning to a saved location and driving faster than the High and Very High suspension settings allow, the
suspension does not raise until Model SModel X slows down.
NOTE: After leaving a saved location, the suspension automatically lowers. However, it may not lower until Model SModel X
meets the speed and distance threshold at which the suspension lowers.
NOTE: If Model SModel X reaches a saved location and the existing suspension setting is already higher than the level that has
been saved for that location, the ride height is not adjusted.
To remove an auto-raising location

If you do not want the suspension to automatically raise at a location, touch to deselect Always raise at this location in the
popup that appears when you arrive at a saved location. Or, when using the Raise Suspension shortcut on the main Controls
window, touch to deselect Location Saved.
Self-Leveling
Model SModel X equipped with air suspension automatically self-levels, even when power is off. To prevent damage when
jacking or lifting the vehicle, you must activate Jack Mode to disable self-leveling (press the brake pedal and touch Controls >
Service > Jack Mode). For more details, see Jack Mode on page 463.

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Air Suspension
NOTE: When Model SModel X starts, you may hear the sound of the compressor as the air suspension system’s reservoir fills
with air.
Air suspension offers a superior ride quality and when carrying loads, the system maintains a level height between the front
and rear. You can manually adjust the ride height to suit your circumstances (for example, you can raise Model SModel X when
driving at low speeds when you need extra ground clearance, such as when driving on a steep driveway or ramp, in deep snow,
over large speed bumps, parking curbs, etc.).
If a fault is detected that reduces the performance of the air suspension system, a yellow indicator lights up on
the instrument panel. If the problem persists, contact Tesla.

If a fault is detected that disables the air suspension system, a red indicator lights up on the instrument panel.
Contact Tesla.

Adjusting Ride Height
CAUTION: Before adjusting the suspension height, ensure Model SModel X is clear of all obstacles, above and below.
You can manually adjust the ride height by pressing the brake pedal touching Controls > Suspension on the touchscreen. The
ride height settings that are available depend on your driving speed and other conditions (for example, the suspension does
not lower if a door is open). The touchscreen also displays the approximate ground clearance for each setting. Drag the slider
to choose from these options:
• Very High. When set to Very High, the suspension automatically lowers to High after driving approximately 100 feet (30
meters) or when driving speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). To maintain the Very High setting for an unlimited distance until
your driving speed reaches the speed threshold, touch Keep until 15 mph.
• High. When set to High, the suspension automatically lowers to Standard after driving approximately 100 feet (30 meters)
or when driving speed reaches 35 mph (56 km/h). To maintain the High setting for an unlimited distance until your driving
speed reaches the speed threshold, touch Keep until 35 mph.
• Standard. The Standard setting ensures optimum comfort and handling under all loading conditions.
• Low. Lowering the height can improve aerodynamics and make it easier to load or unload cargo and passengers.
• Very Low. This setting takes effect only when you manually choose it. The suspension reverts to the default setting on your
next drive.
CAUTION: Avoid driving aggressively (hard accelerations, sharp turns, etc.) when the suspension is set to High or Very
High. Doing so can cause vibration and increase the possibility of damage.
CAUTION: Acceleration may be reduced when the suspension is set to High or Very High.
Automatic Lowering
When driving Model SModel X above typical driveway or parking lot speeds, the suspension automatically lowers ride height
to improve aerodynamics and handling. For most average speed driving, the suspension is automatically set to Standard. As
described above, when you make manual height adjustments, the suspension automatically lowers at increased driving
speeds.
You can adjust the speed at which the suspension automatically transitions to the Low ride height by touching Controls >
Suspension > Automatic Lowering on the touchscreen.
NOTE: You can temporarily override the ride height by touching Controls > Suspension, and then manually choosing a ride
height. Your suspension's automatic lowering setting is restored the next time you drive.

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Auto-Raising Locations
Whenever you raise the suspension to High or Very High, the location is automatically saved. By saving the location, you do not
need to manually raise the suspension every time you arrive at a frequently-used location where you have previously raised the
suspension. When you return to the saved location, Model SModel X raises the suspension and the instrument panel displays a
message indicating that the suspension is being raised.
When saving locations, Model SModel X also saves the Keep until XX mph setting (if specified).
NOTE: When returning to a saved location and driving faster than the High and Very High suspension settings allow, the
suspension does not raise until Model SModel X slows down.
NOTE: After leaving a saved location, the suspension automatically lowers. However, it may not lower until Model SModel X
meets the speed and distance threshold at which the suspension lowers.
NOTE: If Model SModel X reaches a saved location and the existing suspension setting is already higher than the level that has
been saved for that location, the ride height is not adjusted.
To remove an auto-raising location

If you do not want the suspension to automatically raise at a location, touch to deselect Always raise at this location in the
popup that appears when you arrive at a saved location.
Self-Leveling
Model SModel X equipped with air suspension automatically self-levels, even when power is off. To prevent damage when
jacking or lifting the vehicle, you must activate Jack Mode to disable self-leveling (press the brake pedal and touch Controls >
Service > Jack Mode). For more details, see Jack Mode on page 463.

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