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WARNING: Model X falcon wing doors have several sensors to detect the presence of an object in the door's path. In
most cases, when an object is detected, the door stops moving. However, the sensors are unable to detect all areas
under all circumstances, particularly when closing, Therefore, you must monitor the movement of falcon wing doors to
ensure the door's path of movement is free of obstacles, staying prepared at all times to proactively intervene to stop
the door from contacting an object (including a person). Failure to do so can cause serious damage or bodily injury.
Once inside, power up Model SModel X by pressing the brake pedal within two minutes of pressing the unlock button on the
key fob (see Starting and Powering Off on page 195). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must press the unlock button
again, or place the key fob near the card reader located in the lower half of the left wireless phone charger, facing downward,
on the center console. When your key fob is detected, the two minute authentication period restarts.
When approaching or leaving Model SModel X carrying the key fob, you do not need to point the key fob at Model SModel X
as you press a button, but you must be within operating range.
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can affect the key. If this happens, move the key at least one foot (30 cm) away from
other electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.).
In the event that the key fob's battery is dead, you can still use it. To unlock the vehicle, scan the key fob on the card reader
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To drive the vehicle, scan the key fob on the phone charger.
1. Place it at the top of the left phone charger, against the center divider.
2. Point the front of the key fob down.
3. Swipe downwards.

1. Place it at the top of the left phone charger, against the center divider.
2. Point the front of the key fob to the left.
3. Swipe downwards.

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Instructions for changing the battery are provided in Replacing the Key Fob Battery on page 26.
NOTE: You can use the same key fob with multiple Model SModel X vehicles provided you authenticate it (see Managing Keys
on page 29). However, key fob works with only one Model SModel X at a time. Therefore, to use a key fob for a different
Model SModel X, touch its flat side against the card reader on the driver's side door pillar.
NOTE: Model SModel X supports up to four different key fobs.
CAUTION: Protect the key from impact, high temperatures, and damage from liquids. Avoid contact with solvents,
waxes, and abrasive cleaners.
Passive Locking and Unlocking

Locking and unlocking Model SModel X with your key fob is conveniently hands-free. Although you must be carrying a paired
key fob, there is no need to use it. Model SModel X has sensors around the vehicle that can recognize the presence of a key
fob within a range of approximately six feet (two meters). Therefore, you can keep your key fob in your pocket or purse and
press the door handle to unlock and extend the handle. When carrying your key fob with you, you can also open the trunk
without having to use the key by pressing the liftgate's exterior switch. If Walk-Away Door Lock is enabled, Model SModel X
automatically locks when you exit and the key fob is no longer in range (see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 41). Passive
locking and unlocking is automatically enabled when you pair your key fob to Model SModel X.
Although you can use the same key fob with multiple vehicles, it can only be paired to one vehicle at a time. To activate a
paired key fob to a different vehicle, touch the flat side onto the driver's side door pillar and click any button on the key fob to
confirm.
NOTE: For increased security, passive locking and unlocking disables after being stationary for five minutes while within
vehicle range when the vehicle is not in use (for example, you are standing outside your vehicle). In this situation, you must
shake or press a button on the key fob to re-enable passive locking and unlocking.
Replacing the Key Fob Battery

Under normal use, the key fob has a battery that lasts for up to one year, depending on key fob version and selected vehicle
settings. When the battery is low, a message displays on the touchscreen.
To replace the key fob battery:
1. With the key fob placed button side down on a soft surface, release the bottom cover, using a small flat-bladed tool.

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NOTE: If a lanyard is attached to the key, you can release the bottom cover by placing your thumb against the "X" on the
bottom cover, then firmly pulling the lanyard toward you (hence pushing the key off of its cover). You can also pry the cover
off by placing a small flat-bladed tool, a fingernail, or the Tesla-provided tool against the lanyard cord.
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3. While avoiding touching the battery's flat surfaces, insert the new battery (type CR2330CR2354) with the ‘+’ side facing
up.
NOTE: Wipe the battery clean before fitting and avoid touching the battery's flat surfaces. Finger marks on the flat surfaces
of the battery can reduce battery life.
CAUTION: The battery should press against the spring on the positive contact. Do not place the battery on top of the
contact and force it down vertically. Doing so may damage the contact.

NOTE: CR2330CR2354 batteries can be purchased from any retailer that sells batteries.
4. Holding the bottom cover at an angle, align the tabs on the cover with the corresponding slots on the key fob, then press
the cover firmly onto the key fob until it snaps into place.
5. Test that the key fob works by unlocking and locking Model SModel X.
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WARNING: Key fob batteries contain a chemical burn hazard and should not be ingested. The key fob contains a coin cell
battery. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns within two hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the
product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
Attaching a Lanyard

To attach a lanyard, release the bottom cover as described above. Place the lanyard over the pin located between the slots on
the widest side of the key fob. Re-align the cover and snap into place.
Managing Keys
To display a list of all keys (phone keys, key cards, and key fobs) that can access your Model SModel X, touch Controls >
Locks. An icon displays next to each key to indicate whether the key is a phone key, key card, or key fob. Use this list to
manage keys that have access to your Model SModel X. To add or delete keys, see Adding and Removing Keys on page 29.
Model SModel X supports up to 19 keys. When you reach this limit, you must delete a key before adding a new one.
NOTE: You can use the same key for more than one Model SModel X. This prevents you from having to deal with multiple keys
when you switch vehicles. If you customize the name of an authenticated key card or key fob on one Model SModel X (by
touching the pencil icon), any other Model SModel X to which the key card or key fob is authenticated also displays the
changed name.
Adding and Removing Keys

To add a new key card or key fob:
NOTE: When adding a key fob, ensure it is at room temperature. Pairing a key fob that is very cold can be unsuccessful.
1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Locks then touch + in the Keys section.
2. Scan your new key card or key fob on the card reader located on the wireless phone charger. To scan the key fob:
◦ Place it at the top of the left phone charger, against the center divider.
◦ Point the front of the key fob down.
◦ Swipe downwards (as shown in the image).
When you hear a chime and the new key is recognized, remove it from the card reader.

3. Scan your new key card or key fob on the card reader located on the wireless phone charger. To scan the key fob:
◦ Place it at the top of the left phone charger, against the center divider.
◦ Point the front of the key fob to the left.
◦ Swipe downwards (as shown in the image).
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When you hear a chime and the new key is recognized, remove it from the card reader.

4. Scan a key card or key fob that has already been paired to the vehicle to confirm new key pairing.
5. When complete, the key list includes the new key. Touch the associated pencil icon to customize the name of the key.
To add a new phone key:
NOTE: You must enable Bluetooth on the phone and have the Tesla mobile app installed and connected to your Tesla account.
1. While sitting in Model SModel X, open the Tesla mobile app (if you have multiple Tesla vehicles, select the appropriate
vehicle), then touch Phone Key > Start.
2. Scan an authenticated key card or key fob on the card reader located on the center console wireless phone charger (see
Key Card on page 21).
3. When the mobile app notifies you that pairing was successful, touch Done. The key list on the touchscreen (touch Controls
> Locks) includes the newly authenticated phone key. The name of the phone key is determined by the name used in the
phone’s settings.
Removing a key:
When you no longer want a key to access Model SModel X (for example, you lost your phone or key card, etc.), follow these
steps to remove it.
1. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Locks.
2. In the key list, find the key that you would like to delete and touch its associated trash icon.
3. When prompted, scan an authenticated key card or key fob on the card reader to confirm the deletion. When complete, the
key list no longer includes the deleted key.
NOTE: Model SModel X requires at least one authenticated key card or key fob at all times. If only one key card remains on the
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Doors
Using Exterior Door Handles
A light press on a door handle extends it provided Model SModel X is unlocked and detects a phone key or key fob nearby. You
can set door handles to extend automatically when you approach the driver’s side carrying a phone key or key fob. Touch
Controls > Locks > Auto-Present Handles.

Insert your hand into the handle and pull to open the door.
Door handles retract if you do not use them within one minute after they extend. Just press a handle to extend it again. Door
handles also retract a minute after the last door closes, when Model SModel X begins moving, and when you lock
Model SModel X.
NOTE: To preserve battery life, Model SModel X is designed to temporarily disable the Auto-Present Handles feature if the
vehicle is unable to detect a phone key nearby.
In these cases, extend a door handle by pressing it, or by pressing the unlock button on the key fob. There is no need to reset
the setting. The next time you approach Model SModel X, provided the above conditions do not apply, handles automatically
extend.
When a door is open, the Door Open indicator displays on the instrument panel.

Opening and Closing Front Doors from Outside
Model X doors are electrically powered. When you approach Model X carrying a key, the doors automatically unlock. The front
doors open when you press the door handle.
You can also set the driver's door to open automatically upon your approach (if equipped). The door partially opens (between
20° and 45° depending on obstacles detected by sensors). Touch Controls > Vehicle > Locks > Automatic Doors. If this
setting is on, you can also open the driver's door by double-clicking the key fob's lock/unlock button. A subsequent doubleclick opens the front passenger door.
You can also specify that you want to unlock only the driver's door when you shift into Park by touching Controls > Vehicle >
Locks > Driver Door Unlock Mode.
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CAUTION: The front doors may not fully open or close automatically when parked on a very steep hill. Never rely on
Model X to fully open or close the doors for you when parked on a steep hill.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options chosen at time of purchase, your Model X may not be equipped with
automatic doors.
Whenever a door is open, the Door Open indicator displays on the instrument panel. Also, the image of the
Model SModel X on the touchscreen's Controls window also provides a visual representation of an open door or
trunk.

To close doors from the outside, you can:
• Manually push them shut.
• Single-click or triple-click the key fob's lock/unlock button (if the Close All with Key Fob setting is on, only a single click is
needed to close all doors and trunks—a triple-click is needed if the setting is off).
Once inside you can close the doors by touching Controls > Close.
NOTE: Powered doors stop moving if an obstacle is detected.
WARNING: Before allowing an automated feature to open or close a front door (rather than doing so manually), it is
important to check that the area around the door is free of obstacles (such as people and objects). You must proactively
monitor the door's movement to ensure that it does not contact a person or object. Failure to do so can result in damage
or serious injury.
Opening Doors from the Interior
Model SModel X doors are electrically powered. To open a door while sitting inside, press the button located at the top of the
interior door handle and push the door open.

NOTE: To prevent children from opening the rear doors, turn on child-protection locks (see Child-Protection Lock on page
42).
To open a front door in the unlikely situation when Model SModel X has no power, pull up the manual door release located in
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To open a rear door in the unlikely situation when Model SModel X has no power, fold back the edge of the carpet below the
rear seats to expose the mechanical release cable. Pull the mechanical release cable toward the center of the vehicle.

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CAUTION: Manual door releases are designed to be used only in situations when Model SModel X has no power. When
Model SModel X has power, use the button located at the top of the interior door handle.
Opening Front Doors from Interior
To open a front door, pull the interior door handle toward you.
To open a front door while sitting inside, press the button located at the top of the interior door handle and push the door
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You can also use the touchscreen to open and close doors when inside Model X. Touch (Controls)(Controls > Locks), then
choose the door you want to open or close. In addition, if Model X is equipped with the premium upgrades package, when you
press the brake pedal, the driver's door automatically closes.
Opening and Closing Falcon Wing Doors
Model X has falcon wing doors that easily open and close by pressing a button, using a key fob, using the mobile app, or
touching the associated icon on the touchscreen. The falcon wing doors are equipped with several sensors that detect the
presence of people and objects and, if an object is detected, the door stops moving. Based on detected objects, the doors
may adjust their outward and upward movement in an attempt to avoid contacting the object. For example, if an object is
detected above Model X, the door's movement may extend further outward but lower, whereas if an object is detected beside
the door, the door may extend outward much less.
WARNING: It is important to keep your hands clear of the falcon wing door frames at all times. Proactively check the
door frame area prior to closing, and monitor the movement of the door during closing to ensure that it does not come
into contact with a person or object. Failure to do so can result in damage or serious injury.
WARNING: Before opening or closing a falcon wing door, it is important to check that the area around the door is free of
obstacles (people and objects). Although the doors have many sensors, it can not detect all objects at all times,
particularly when moving. At any given moment, there may be areas near the door that are not in the detection zone.
Therefore, when opening or closing a falcon wing door, you and your passengers must stand away from the door as it is
moving, while proactively monitoring the door's movement and being prepared to take corrective action at any time. To
stop a door from moving, single-click the falcon wing door button on the key fob, press the switch on the door or door
pillar, or touch the button on the touchscreen.
To open a falcon wing door from outside Model X, press the door handle or press the falcon wing door button on the key fob
(see Keys on page 20Using the Key Fob on page 43).
To open a falcon wing door from inside Model X, press the switch located on the door pillar, or touch the associated door icon
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NOTE: If Model X is locked, using the switch (illustrated above) the first time unlocks the associated door. Pulling it a second
time opens it.
To close a falcon wing door, press the button located on the inside of the door. You can also use the key fob (see Using the Key
Fob on page 43Key Fob on page 22), use the switch on the door pillar (illustrated above), or touch the associated door icon
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If a falcon wing door or the front trunk is left open when you attempt to shift out of Park, a notification requiring you to confirm
your intent to drive appears on the touchscreen. The falcon wing doors may automatically close once you begin to accelerate.
In addition, your vehicle speed is limited if you choose to keep the front trunk open while driving. It is your responsibility to
ensure doors and trunks are properly closed before driving.
NOTE: To prevent children from opening falcon wing doors using the interior switch, turn on child-protection locks using the
touchscreen (Controls > Vehicle > Child- Protection Lock)(Controls > Locks > Child Lock). See Child-Protection Lock on page
42Child-Protection Lock on page 55.
NOTE: You can configure Model X to open the falcon wing doors to a lower height setting by using the touchscreen (Controls
> Vehicle > Locks > Falcon Door Height).
NOTE: If a falcon wing door detects an obstacle while closing, it reverses a few inches before it stops moving.
WARNING: Whenever a front door is partially open (approximately 20°) as you are opening or closing the associated
falcon wing door, you MUST keep your hands (or any object) away from the opening edge of the front door. When a
falcon wing door passes by a partially opened front door, the distance between the two doors is very narrow. Objects,
such as hands or fingers, placed in this area, are not detected by sensors and can therefore become pinched between
the doors. To avoid bodily injury, it is a good practice to keep your hands away from the front door whenever you are
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CAUTION: Remove accumulation of snow or ice before opening a falcon wing door. Snow can get inside Model X and ice
can prevent the door from opening.
CAUTION: In rainy weather, leaving a falcon wing open while opening the liftgate can result in rain water falling from the
liftgate into the rear seating area.
NOTE: Falcon wing doors open only when Model X is stationary.
WARNING: When opening or closing a falcon wing door, it is important to proactively monitor the movement of the door
to ensure that it does not come into contact with a person or object. Failure to do so can cause serious damage or injury.
Obstacle Detection

A falcon wing door stops moving when one of its many sensors detects an obstacle, or when the door senses resistance
because it has made contact with an object. The touchscreen displays a warning. In these cases, provided it is appropriate to
continue opening or closing the falcon wing door, you can override obstacle detection by pressing and holding the switch
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When Model X detects a low ceiling (for example, in a garage), it opens the falcon wing doors (and trunk) to a lower height,
even if no obstacle is detected. You can override this height and open the doors higher by touching the associated door icon
on the touchscreen (Controls). The touchscreen displays a message asking you if you always want to open the doors to the
higher height at this location, and saves your choice. The next time you open the falcon wing doors at this location, Model X
opens them to the height you saved.
WARNING: Before overriding a falcon wing door's default opening height, visually inspect the area to ensure adequate
clearance between the door and the detected object.
WARNING: Applying adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc. on the outside of the falcon wing
doors can affect the sensors’ ability to detect obstacles properly.
Calibration

If the falcon wing doors lose calibration, a message displays on the touchscreen. To calibrate the doors, first ensure that both
doors have plenty of space to open and close and are clear of passengers, objects, etc. Then press and hold the Calibrate
button until calibration is complete. During calibration, the lower door opens all the way out (requiring extra space on the side
of Model X), the upper door moves all the way down, and then the lower door closes.
Calibration

If the falcon wing doors lose calibration, the main Controls window on the touchscreen displays a Calibration Required
message. To calibrate the doors, first ensure that both doors have plenty of space to open and close and are clear of
passengers, objects, etc. Touch Controls > Service > Calibrate Doors, then press and hold the Calibrate button until calibration
is complete. During calibration, the lower door opens all the way out (requiring extra space on the side of Model X), the upper
door moves all the way down, and then the lower door closes.
Opening Interior Doors with No Power
To open a front door in the unlikely situation when Model SModel X has no power, pull up the manual door release located in
front of the window switches.

CAUTION: Manual door releases are designed to be used only in situations when Model SModel X has no power. When
the vehicle has power, use the button located at the top of the interior door handle.
To open the falcon wing doors, carefully remove the speaker grille from the door and pull the mechanical release cable down
and towards the front of the vehicle. After the latch is released, manually lift up the door.

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Front Door Reset
Since your Model SModel X does not have traditional door handles that you can pull from the outside, it is equipped with pop
actuators (sometimes referred to as "ice breakers") that are used to assist in opening the front doors in cases where resistance
is detected, such as ice buildup in cold weather. The pop actuator is located just above the front door latch and extends as
necessary to open the front door. Once the front door opens slightly, the pop actuator gently retracts back into the door.

If the pop actuator is unable to retract because it is stuck to or caught on something, the pop actuator can be extended
manually to extract the object by performing the following:
1. Carefully close the door latch using a pen, screwdriver, or comparable tool (never use a finger or body part and avoid
damaging the paint); Model SModel X will detect this as though the door is closed.

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2. Make sure Model SModel X is unlocked, then press the exterior door handle or pull the interior door handle to reset the
latch and extend the pop actuator.
3. As the pop actuator extends out from the door, quickly extract the object.
WARNING: The pop actuator will attempt to retract back into the door almost immediately after the door handle is
pressed or pulled. The pop actuator retracts gently, but will not release automatically if something gets caught.
WARNING: As with all mechanical and moving parts on the vehicle, never put body parts in, or near, moving
components. Make sure children are monitored when opening and closing doors. Interacting with moving components,
including the pop actuator, can cause serious damage or bodily injury.
Interior Locking and Unlocking
While sitting inside Model SModel X, you can lock and unlock all doors and trunks by touching the lock icon in Controls.
The icon changes to indicate whether doors are locked or unlocked.

Driver Door Unlock Mode
Enabling Controls > Locks > Driver Door Unlock Mode only unlocks the driver door when you first unlock Model SModel X.
Walk-Away Door Lock
Doors and trunks can automatically lock when you walk away carrying your phone key or paired key fob. To turn this feature on
or off, touch Controls > Locks > Walk-Away Door Lock.
When the doors lock, the exterior lights flash once and the mirrors fold (if Fold Mirrors is on). To also hear a confirmation sound
when Model SModel X locks, touch Controls > Locks > Lock Confirmation Sound.
Model SModel X does not automatically lock if:
• You check the Exclude Home checkbox and Model SModel X is parked at the location you have designated as Home. For
details on how to designate a location as Home, see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 371.
• A phone key or paired key fob is detected inside Model SModel X.
• A door or trunk is not fully closed.
• The phone key's Bluetooth setting is turned off.
• Key fob or phone key remains within range for five minutes after all doors have been closed.
Drive Away Locking
Model SModel X automatically locks all doors (including the trunks) when your driving speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).
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Child-Protection Lock
Model SModel X has child-protection locks on the rear doors to prevent them from being opened using the interior release
buttons. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Locks > Child Lock.
WARNING: It is recommended that you turn on child-protection locks when children are seated in the rear seats.
Unlock on Park
When you stop Model SModel X and engage Park, you can choose to unlock all doors. To turn this feature on or off, touch
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Keys and Doors
Keyless Locking and Unlocking
CAUTION: Do not leave your paired phone in your vehicle (for example, if you are hiking or at the beach). If you must
leave your phone in the vehicle, disable Bluetooth and/or turn the phone off.
Locking and unlocking Model SModel X is convenient. Although you must be carrying a valid key fob, there is no need to use
it. Model SModel X has sensors around the driver's door that can recognize the presence of a key fob within a range of
approximately three feet (one meter). So, you can keep your key fob in your pocket or purse and Model SModel X detects it as
you approach.
When you walk up to Model SModel X carrying your key fob, the doors automatically unlock if Passive Entry is on (Controls >
Safety > Passive Entry). If a door handle is retracted, press it and it extends. If the Auto-Present Handles setting is turned on
(see Using Exterior Door Handles on page 47), you do not need to touch the door handle. Instead, door handles extend
automatically as you approach Model SModel X. Select Exclude Home to disable door handle presentation at home (set your
home address by touching Navigate > Set Home). To open the rear trunk, press the switch located under the powered liftgate’s
exterior handle.
NOTE: Model SModel X must detect your key fob near the driver's door before the doors or powered liftgate unlock.
NOTE: If Passive Entry is off, you must use the key fob to unlock Model SModel X. See Using the Key Fob on page 43.
If equipped with the premium upgrade package, and the Automatic Doors setting is turned on, when you walk up to Model X
carrying your key fob, doors automatically unlock and the driver's door partially opens. If not equipped, or if this setting is
turned off, doors automatically unlock and a door opens when you press its handle. Selecting Exclude Automatic Doors
Opening at Home still allows for automatic closing doors at home but disables automatic door opening (set your home address
by touching Navigate > Set Home).
NOTE: You can choose whether you want all doors, or just the driver's door, to unlock when you approach Model SModel X
carrying your key fob (see Driver Door Unlock Mode on page 55).
When carrying your key fob with you, you can also open the rear trunk without having to use the key fob. Simply press the
switch located under the powered liftgate’s exterior handle. Driver Door Unlock Mode (see Driver Door Unlock Mode on page
55) must be off and the vehicle must detect the key fob near the driver's door before opening the rear trunk.
Model SModel X also locks automatically. If you enable Walk Away Door Lock, Model SModel X locks when you walk away
carrying your key fob with you (see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 55).
In addition, you can set Model SModel X to sound a soft horn whenever you car locks or unlocks (if equipped). To set up,
touch Controls > Vehicle > Lock Confirmation Sound.
While sitting inside Model SModel X, you can also lock and unlock the vehicle by touching the icon on the touchscreen's
status bar.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options selected at time of purchase, some Model S vehicles are not equipped
with the automatic locking and unlocking feature.
Using the Key Fob
To quickly familiarize yourself with the key fob, think of the key fob as a miniature version of Model SModel X, with the Tesla
badge representing the front. The key fob has three buttons that feel like softer areas on the surface.The key fob has three
buttons on the top that feel like softer areas on the surface, and a metal button on each side representing the falcon wing
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1. Trunk
◦ Double-click to open the rear trunk.
◦ If equipped with a powered liftgate, double-click to close the rear trunk. You can also single-click to stop the liftgate
when it is moving.
◦ Hold the button down for one to two seconds to open the charge port door.
2. Lock/Unlock All
◦ Single-click to lock doors and trunks (all doors and trunks must be closed). Hazard warning lights flash once and door
handles retract. If a door or the powered liftgate is open, hazard warning lights flash three times and doors do not lock.
◦ Double-click to unlock. Hazard warning lights flash twice and door handles extend. If a door or the rear trunk is open,
hazard warning lights flash three times and doors do not lock.
3. Lock/Unlock All
◦ Single-click to lock all doors and rear trunk. Hazard warning lights flash once.

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NOTE: If a door or the rear trunk is open, hazard warning lights flash three times and doors do not lock. But you can
enable a single-click to both close all doors (and rear trunk) and lock them, by turning on the Close All with Key Fob
setting (touch Controls > Vehicle > Close All with Key Fob). By default, this setting is turned off and you must triple-click
the button to close and lock all doors.
◦ Double-click to unlock. Hazard warning lights flash twice.
NOTE: If Model X is equipped with the premium upgrades package and Automatic Doors is enabled (touch Controls >
Vehicle > Automatic Doors), doors unlock and the driver's door opens as you approach Model X. A subsequent doubleclick opens the passenger front door.
4. Front trunk
◦ Double-click to open the front trunk.
5. Falcon wing doors
◦ Double-click to open/close the associated falcon wing door.
◦ Single-click to stop movement of the associated falcon wing door. Subsequently double-clicking reverses movement of
the falcon wing door. For example if the door was opening, it closes, and vice versa.
NOTE: Falcon wing doors are designed to proactively detect obstacles that prevent the doors from moving when an
obstacle is detected.
WARNING: Model X falcon wing doors have several sensors to detect the presence of an object in the door's path.
In most cases, when an object is detected, the door stops moving. However, the sensors are unable to detect all
areas under all circumstances, particularly when closing, Therefore, you must monitor the movement of falcon
wing doors to ensure the door's path of movement is free of obstacles, staying prepared at all times to proactively
intervene to stop the door from contacting an object (including a person). Failure to do so can cause serious
damage or bodily injury.
You do not need to point the key fob at Model SModel X, but you must be within operating range (which varies depending on
the strength of the key fob’s battery).
If Model SModel X is unable to detect the key fob, the touchscreen displays a message indicating that a key fob is not inside.
Place the key fob where Model SModel X can best detect it, which is below the low voltage power socket (see Key Fob Not
Inside on page 195).
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can affect the key fob. If this happens, move the key fob at least one foot (30 cm)
away from other electronic devices (phone, laptop, etc). If the key fob does not work, you may need to change its battery. If
the key fob’s battery is discharged, you can open Model SModel X by following the unlocking procedure (see Unlocking When
the Key Fob Doesn't Work on page 56).
For increased security, your key fob may require periodical updates. To update your key fob, go to Controls > Service > Update
Key Fob and follow the onscreen instructions. Your vehicle must be in Park to update the key fob.
CAUTION: Remember to bring the key fob with you when you drive. Although you can drive Model SModel X away from
its key fob, you will be unable to power it back on after it powers off.
CAUTION: Protect the key fob from impact, high temperatures, and damage from liquids. Avoid contact with solvents,
waxes and abrasive cleaners.
Replacing the Key Fob Battery

The key fob's battery lasts for approximately a year with normal use. When the battery is low, a message displays on the
instrument panel. Follow these steps to replace it:
NOTE: Tesla recommends replacing the battery in all key fobs at the same time.

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1. With the key fob placed button-side down on a soft surface, use a small flat-bladed tool or fingernail to release the bottom
cover.
NOTE: If a lanyard is attached to the key fob, you can release the bottom cover by placing your thumb against the "X" on the
bottom cover, then firmly pulling the lanyard toward you (hence pushing the key fob off of its cover). You can also pry the
cover off by placing a small flat-bladed tool, a fingernail, or the Tesla-provided tool against the lanyard cord.
2. Remove the battery by carefully lifting it away from the front retaining clips.Remove the battery by carefully releasing it
from the retaining clips at an angle.
3. Insert the new battery (type CR2032CR2354) with the ‘+’ side facing up. The battery fits snugly so you must slide it into
position at an angle toward the Positive contact (the contact located near the center of the key fob), then press down firmly
on the other side, ensuring it is held firmly in its intended position.
NOTE: Tesla recommends using Panasonic CR2032CR2354 batteries. These can be purchased through online retailers,
local supermarkets, and drug stores.
CAUTION: The battery should press against the spring on the positive contact. Do not place the battery on top of the
contact and force it down vertically. Doing so may damage the contact.
NOTE: Wipe the battery clean before fitting and avoid touching the battery's flat surfaces. Finger marks on the flat surfaces
of the battery can reduce battery life.
4. Holding the cover at an angle, align the tabs on the widest side of the cover with the corresponding slots on the key fob,
then press the cover firmly onto the key fob until it snaps into place.

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5. Test that the key fob works by unlocking and locking your vehicle.
Attaching a Lanyard

The Model X key fob supports the use of a small lanyard. To attach a lanyard, release the bottom cover as described above.
Place the lanyard over the pin on the back side of the key fob. Re-align the cover and snap into place.

Getting More Key Fobs

If you lose a key fob or require an additional one, contact Tesla. Model SModel X can recognize up to threeeight key fobs.
When ordering a new key fob for Model SModel X, take all available key fobs with you for reprogramming.
Using Exterior Door Handles
A light press on a door handle extends it, provided Model S detects a valid key fob nearby and Passive Entry is on (Controls >