2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Touch Controls > Service > Towing. The touchscreen displays a message reminding you how to properly transport
Model SModel X.
4. Press and hold the Transport Mode button until it turns blue. Model SModel X is now free-rolling and can slowly be rolled
(no faster than walking speed) for short distances or winched (for example, onto a flatbed truck).
For more information on Transport Mode, see Activate Transport Mode on page 519.
NOTE: In Transport mode, Model SModel X does not shift into a drive mode. You must first cancel Transport mode by touching
Transport Mode again. Transport mode also cancels if you use the touchscreen or drive mode selector on the center console to
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Steering WheelSteering Yoke
Adjusting the Steering WheelSteering Yoke Position
To adjust the steering wheelsteering yoke, touch Controls and touch the Steering icon.

Use the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering yoke to move the steering wheelsteering yoke to the desired position:
• To adjust the height/tilt angle of the steering wheelsteering yoke, roll the left scroll button up or down.
• To move the steering wheelsteering yoke closer to you, or further away from you, press the left scroll button to the left or
right.
You can also customize what you want the left scroll wheel button to control, such as Climate or Dashcam status.
WARNING: Do not make steering wheelsteering yoke adjustments while driving.

Overview of Buttons
Model SModel X features stalkless driving in which all controls you need when driving are accessible on the steering
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Left buttons:
1. Right turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 758)
2. High beam headlights* (see Headlights on page 756)
3. Multi-functional button (non-functional)
4. Left scroll button (see Left Scroll Button on page 749)
5. Left turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 758)

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Right Buttons:
1. Cameras (see Cameras on page 669)
2. Wiper* (see Windshield Wiper and Washers on page 760)
3. Right scroll button (see Right Scroll Button on page 751)
4. Voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 391)
5. Cruise control indicator (non-functional)
*The behaviors associated with the buttons for headlight high beams (Headlights on page 756) and wiper (Windshield Wiper
and Washers on page 760) vary depending on whether you press or press and hold the button.
NOTE: If you are experiencing issues with the touchscreen (such as a missing feed from the front- or rear-facing camera), hold
down both the left and right scroll buttons simultaneously while Model SModel X is parked to restart it (see Restarting the
Touchscreen on page 650).
NOTE: Some controls on the steering wheel are capacitive buttons, meaning they do not have a physical switch, but respond to
touch and provide haptic feedback (as a vibration). Do not rest your fingers on them unless intended. Unintentionally touching
these buttons can enable or disable them. If a button is mistakenly enabled, remove your fingers from the switches for several
seconds to resume normal operation.

Left Scroll Button
Use the left scroll button to adjust the position of the mirrors and steering wheelsteering yoke. The left scroll button also
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• When using media player, push the button to the left to go back to the previous song or station or push it to the right to
skip to the next song or station.
• Roll the scroll button up to increase and down to decrease the volume.
NOTE: The scroll button adjusts the volume for media and phone calls based on what is currently in use. As you adjust the
volume, the touchscreen displays the volume level and whether you are adjusting volume for media or phone.
• To mute the media volume, or to pause/play an audio file, push the scroll button.
• When adjusting mirrors, push the button to the left/right to move the associated mirror inward/outward and up/down to
position the mirror upward or downward (see Mirrors on page 753).
• When adjusting the position of the steering wheelsteering yoke, roll the button up/down to adjust the tilt/angle and press
the button to the left or right to move the steering wheelsteering yoke closer or further (see Adjusting the Steering
WheelSteering Yoke Position on page 747).
• When a menu displays on the touchscreen from which you can choose options (for example, the wiper controls), use the
scroll button to choose an option (up, down, left, or right) and push the button to confirm your choice.
• For incoming calls, press the scroll button to answer. During the call, press the scroll button again to hang up.
• Hold down the left scroll button to access the default action set or configure a new default action. Follow the directions on
the touchscreen.
Left Scroll Button Customization
Choose from a list to create quick access to a function by touching Controls > Display > Scroll Wheel Function. Selecting a
function sets the default action when you long press the left scroll button, unless you select Ask each time.

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Right Scroll Button
Use the right scroll button to control Autopilot features such as Autosteer and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control:

• When driving, push and release the button to engage Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Autopilot Features on
page 801). If Autopilot Activation is set to Double Click (touch Controls > Autopilot Activation > Autosteer Activation), a
single push engages Traffic-Aware Cruise Control only and you must push and release the button twice to engage
Autosteer. Once Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is active, pushing the button cancels it.
• When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer is engaged, roll the scroll button up to increase or down to decrease the
set speed, or push the button to the left or right to adjust the distance you want to maintain from a vehicle traveling ahead
of you (see While Using Autopilot on page 809).

Heated Steering WheelSteering Yoke
To warm up the steering wheelsteering yoke, touch the temperature icon on the touchscreen to display climate controls (see
Operating Climate Controls on page 844), then touch the steering wheelsteering yoke icon. When turned on, radiant heat
keeps the steering wheelsteering yoke at a comfortable temperature.
To turn the heated steering wheelsteering yoke off, use the climate controls or the Tesla mobile app (see Mobile App on page
406).

Horn
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Steer-by-Wire
Model SModel X uses steer-by-wire technology, which means that there is no mechanical connection between the steering
wheel and the wheels. Instead, sensors in the steering column communicate electronically with the steering racks. As a result,
steering Model SModel X feels more responsive and requires less effort from the driver.
Model SModel X also has four-wheel steering. When the driver turns the steering wheel, all four wheels respond. This gives
Model SModel X a tighter turning radius.
Emergency Operation
The steer-by-wire system is controlled by multiple redundant sensors and actuators. In the unlikely case that Model SModel X
detects an issue, an alert displays on the touchscreen, a chime sounds, and Model SModel X gradually reduces drive torque
while informing you to pull over.
NOTE: This alert does not mean that Model SModel X has lost steering, or that the steer-by-wire system has failed. This alert
indicates a possible issue with one of the redundant systems.
Once pulled over, you can attempt to recover the system by performing a vehicle power cycle (see Power Cycling the Vehicle
on page 742). If the power cycle attempt is unsuccessful, an override is available for low-speed maneuvering to position the
vehicle for transporting on a flatbed truck (see Instructions for Transporters on page 938).

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Mirrors
Adjusting Exterior Mirrors

Adjust the exterior mirrors by touching Controls > Mirrors. Press the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering yoke to
choose whether you are adjusting the Left or Right mirror. Then, use the left scroll button as follows to adjust the selected
mirror to its desired position:
• To angle the mirror up or down, roll the left scroll button up or down.
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You can save your side mirror position in your driver profile for your convenience.
Mirror Auto Tilt automatically tilts mirrors downward when backing up. To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Mirrors >
Mirror Auto Tilt. To adjust the auto-tilt position, make mirror adjustments with Model SModel X shifted into Reverse. When you
shift out of Reverse, mirrors tilt back to their normal (upward) position. But now that you have adjusted them for backing up,
they automatically tilt to the selected downward position whenever you shift into Reverse.
When certain environmental conditions are met, the exterior side mirrors dim automatically (for example, in low light
conditions or to reduce glare when driving at night). To enable or disable this feature, touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto
Dim.
NOTE: Both exterior mirrors have heaters that can be controlled through Climate.

Folding Mirrors
To manually fold and unfold exterior mirrors (for example, if parking in a narrow garage, tight space, etc.), touch Controls >
Fold/Unfold Mirrors.
Unfold the mirrors by touching Controls > Unfold Mirrors. If the mirrors are still folded when you begin driving, they will
automatically unfold when your speed reaches 31 mph (50 km/h). You cannot fold a mirror when driving over 31 mph (50
km/h).
To set the mirrors to fold automatically whenever you exit and lock Model SModel X touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto
Fold. The mirrors unfold automatically when you unlock Model SModel X.
You can also set mirrors to fold automatically whenever you arrive at a specific location, which saves you from having to
manually fold them each time you arrive at a frequented place. To set up, stop at the location you want to save (or drive at less
than 3 mph (6 km/h)), and fold the mirrors. Touch Save Location when it appears briefly on the Fold Mirrors control.

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If you no longer want mirrors to fold automatically, touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors when they fold at the saved location, then
touch Remove Location.
When you leave the saved location, the mirrors will unfold automatically when your speed reaches 3 mph (6 km/h) or if you
touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors.
CAUTION: Mirrors may not automatically fold if you return to a saved location and are driving faster than 3 mph (6 km/h).
NOTE: You can override the automatic folding/unfolding of mirrors at any time (for example, Model SModel X has no power) by
pushing the mirror assembly away from you to unfold, or pulling it toward you to fold.
NOTE: If you expect ice to accumulate when Model SModel X is parked, turn off Mirror Auto Fold. Accumulation of ice can
prevent exterior side mirrors from folding or unfolding. See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 284 for information on how
to ensure your mirrors function properly in cold weather.
You can integrate auto-folding mirrors with MyQ (see HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 400).

Rear View Mirror

Adjust the rear view mirror manually.

Vanity Mirrors
To expose and illuminate the vanity mirror, fold the sun visor downwards, then use the tab to lower the mirror cover. The tab
can stick to the lower portion of the visor to keep it in place. After closing the mirror cover, the light turns off. See Sun Visors
and Vanity Mirrors on page 683 for more information.

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Lights
Overview
Model SModel X has convenience lights that automatically turn on and off based on what you are doing. For example, interior
lights, marker lights, signature lights, door handle lights, and puddle lights turn on when you unlock Model SModel X, when
you open a door, and when you shift into Park. They turn off automatically after a minute or two when you shift out of Park, or
when you lock your vehicle.
Touch Controls > Lights to control the lights.
NOTE: You can also access an abbreviated lights menu while driving by touching the headlights button on the steering
wheelsteering yoke. A lights menu displays on the touchscreen, providing quick access to headlight controls.
• Headlights: Exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, signature lights, side marker lights, parking lights, and license plate lights)
are set to Auto each time you start Model SModel X. When set to Auto, exterior lights automatically turn on when driving in
low lighting conditions. If you change to a different setting, lights always revert to Auto on your next drive.
Touch one of these options to change the exterior light setting until adjusted again or the next time you drive:
◦ Off: Exterior lights turn off. When driving, daytime running lights may remain on based on regulations in various market
regions.
◦ Parking: Parking lights, side marker lights, the tail light bar, and license plate lights turn on.
◦ On: Low beam headlights, side marker lights, parking lights, signature lights, and license plate lights turn on.
• Dome Lights: Turn the interior dome (map) lights on or off. If set to Auto all interior dome lights turn on when you unlock
your vehicle, open a door upon exiting, or shift into Park.
Model SModel X is also equipped with a rear dome light on each side of the rear seats, located next to the coat hangers
(see Coat Hangers on page 715).
NOTE: To manually turn an individual dome light on or off, press the lens. If you leave a dome light on, it turns off when
Model SModel X powers off. If the vehicle was already powered off when you manually turned the light on, it turns off after
60 minutes.
• Ambient Lights: When enabled, interior ambient lights turn on whenever the headlights are on.
• Accent Lights: Choose Off, On, or Night Only. When set to Night Only, interior accent lights will automatically illuminate
when dim conditions are detected outside your vehicle, or when convenience lights are on. Customize the brightness and
color of the lights to your preference.
• Footwell Lights: When headlights are enabled, footwell lights illuminate the front and rear footwells. Footwell lights will also
enable when you unlock your vehicle, open a door upon entry/exit, or shift into Park.
• Bed Lights: The lights running on the sides of the truck cargo bed can be set to Off, On, or Auto. When set to Auto, the bed
lights turn on when Model SModel X is parked and the tonneau cover or tailgate is open. You can also toggle the tailgate
button to turn the bed lights on or off for your convenience. See Cargo Bed on page 720 for more information.
CAUTION: Ensure the headlights and tail lights are On during low visibility conditions (for example, when it is dark,
foggy, snowy, or the road is wet, etc.). The tail lights are off while daytime running lights are on. Failure to do so can
cause damage or serious injury.

Headlights
The following indicator lights are visible on the touchscreen to show the status of the headlights. If none of these indicator
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Low beam headlights are on.

The headlights are on. Illuminates when headlights are on but the Auto High Beam setting is turned off or if the
Auto High Beam setting is turned on but is temporarily unavailable.

High beams are currently turned on, and Auto High Beam is ready to turn off the high beams if light is detected
in front of Model SModel X.

High beams are temporarily turned off because Auto High Beam is operating and light is detected in front of
Model SModel X. When light is no longer detected, high beam headlights automatically turn back on.

Use the headlights button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering yoke to control the headlights:
• Press and quickly release to flash headlights.
• Press and hold to turn on headlights - the touchscreen displays a brief timer and you must hold for the duration of the timer
to latch the headlights to the on position. When headlights are on, press the button a second time to turn them off.
When you touch or press the headlights button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering yoke, the touchscreen displays
an abbreviated lights menu to provide quick access to control headlights, fog lights (if equipped), and the Auto High Beam
setting. Use the touchscreen to choose options from this menu.

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The headlights can automatically switch to low beam when there is light detected in front of Model SModel X (for example,
from an oncoming vehicle). To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Lights > Auto High Beam. Your chosen setting is
retained until you manually change it.
NOTE: Auto High Beam is automatically enabled when Autosteer is engaged. To switch to low beam headlights, press the
headlights button on the steering wheelsteering yoke. Auto High Beam is re-enabled every time Autosteer is activated.
WARNING: Auto High Beam is a convenience only feature and is subject to limitations. It is the driver's responsibility to
make sure that headlights are always appropriately adjusted for weather conditions and driving circumstances.

Turn Signals
To engage a turn signal, press the corresponding arrow button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering yoke. A turn
signal cancels based on the angle of the steering wheelsteering yoke (for example, you finish making a turn). You can also
cancel a turn signal by pressing the turn signal button a second time.
If Controls > Lights > Automatic Turn Signals is set to Auto Cancel, turn signals cancel automatically when Model SModel X
detects completion of a maneuver such as a merge, lane change, or a fork in the roadway. You can override automatic
cancellation at any time (for example, you want the turn signal to remain on because you are making more than one lane
change). To override, engage the turn signal by pressing and momentarily holding the turn signal button (instead of just
pressing). Then, when the first maneuver is complete, the turn signal remains on. If Automatic Turn Signals is set to Off, you
must cancel the turn signal manually by pressing the turn signal button after maneuvers such as a merge, lane change, or fork
in the roadway.

When a turn signal is operating, the corresponding indicator lights up on the touchscreen and there is a clicking
sound.

Hazard Warning Flashers
To turn on the hazard warning flashers, press the button on the drive mode selector on the overhead console. All turn signals
flash. Press again to turn off.

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If a severe crash is detected by your vehicle, the hazard lights will automatically turn on and flash quickly to increase visibility.
Pressing the hazard lights once will return the lights to its normal cadence. Pressing a second time turns all hazard lights off.
NOTE: Hazard warning flashers operate even without a key nearby.

Headlights After Exit
When you stop driving and park Model SModel X in low lighting conditions, exterior lights temporarily remain illuminated.
They automatically turn off after one minute or when you lock Model SModel X, whichever comes first.
To turn this feature on and off, touch Controls > Lights > Headlights After Exit. When Headlights After Exit is off, the headlights
turn off immediately when you engage Park and open a door.

Condensation in Headlights or Tail lights
Due to weather changes, humidity levels, or recent exposure to water (such as a car wash), condensation may occasionally
accumulate in your vehicle’s headlights or tail lights. This is normal— as the weather gets warmer and humidity decreases,
condensation often disappears on its own. If you notice water buildup within the exterior lenses, or if the condensation affects
the visibility of the exterior lights, use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment.

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Windshield Wiper and Washers
You can access wiper settings by touching the wiper button on the steering wheelsteering yoke or by accessing the app
launcher and touching Wiper.
You can also drag the Wiper control to your My Apps area for easier access.
Press and quickly release the wiper button on the steering wheelsteering yoke to wipe the windshield. If the wiper is already
operating at a wiper setting and is not set to Auto, pressing the wiper button cycles through speeds. Wiper speeds cycle as
follows: I > II > III > IIII > III > II > I.
Press and hold the wiper button to spray washer fluid onto the windshield. After releasing the button, the wipers perform two
additional wipes then, depending on vehicle and environmental conditions, a third wipe a few seconds later. You can also press
and hold the wiper button for a continuous spray of washer fluid—the wipers perform the wipes after you release.

Whenever you press the wiper button on the steering wheel, the touchscreen displays the wiper menu, allowing you to adjust
wiper settings. Roll the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering yoke up or down to choose your desired setting.
• Turn the wiper off.
• Choose how you want the wiper to operate:
◦ I - Intermittent, slow.
◦ II - Intermittent, fast.
◦ III - Continuous, slow.
◦ IIII - Continuous, fast.
◦ Auto - Model SModel X detects precipitation and adjusts the wiping speed and intensity.
NOTE: Turning on Autopilot features automatically sets wipers to Auto.
NOTE: The Auto setting is currently in BETA. If uncertain about using the Auto setting while in the BETA phase, Tesla
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Choose to heat the wiper blade by touching the windshield icon on the touchscreen.

While driving in the rain, the wiper blade may pause in the horizontal position for approximately 30 seconds before continuing
to wipe the windshield. The blade may also move slightly based on vehicle speed to make Model SModel X more aerodynamic.
Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper blade. If a blade is damaged, replace it immediately. For details on checking
and replacing the wiper blade, see Windshield Wiper Blade, Jets and Fluid on page 913.
NOTE: If you choose Auto and the ability to detect liquid on the windshield becomes unavailable, the wiper setting reverts to
the most recently used manual setting. If a manual setting cannot be determined, the wiper turns off.
NOTE: You can also adjust the windshield wiper speed and frequency using voice commands (see Voice Commands on page
391).
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of damaging the wiper, do not leave the wiper set to Auto when washing Model SModel X.
CAUTION: Remove ice from the windshield before turning the wiper on. Ice has sharp edges that can damage the rubber
on the wiper blade. In harsh climates, ensure that the wiper blade is not frozen or adhered to the windshield.

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Braking and Stopping
Braking Systems
WARNING: Properly functioning braking systems are critical to ensure safety. If you experience a problem with the brake
pedal, brake calipers, or any component of a Model SModel X braking system, contact Tesla immediately.
Model SModel X has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) that prevents the wheels from locking when you apply brake pressure.
This improves steering control during heavy braking in most road conditions because ABS constantly monitors the speed of
each wheel and varies the brake pressure according to the grip available.
The alteration of brake pressure can be felt as a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal. This demonstrates that the ABS is
operating and is not a cause for concern. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsing.
The ABS indicator briefly flashes amber on the touchscreen when you first start Model SModel X. If this
indicator lights up at any other time, an ABS fault has occurred and the ABS is not operating. Contact
Tesla. The braking system remains fully operational and is not affected by an ABS failure. However,
braking distances may increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy braking.
USA:
Canada:

The ABS indicator briefly flashes amber on the touchscreen when you first start Model SModel X. If
this indicator lights up at any other time, an ABS fault has occurred and the ABS is not operating.
Contact Tesla. The braking system remains fully operational and is not affected by an ABS failure.
However, braking distances may increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy braking.

If the touchscreen displays this red brake indicator at any time other than briefly when you first start
Model SModel X, a brake system fault is detected, or the level of the brake fluid is low. Contact Tesla
immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe
to do so.
USA:
If the touchscreen displays this red brake indicator at any time other than briefly when you first start
Model SModel X, a brake system fault is detected, or the level of the brake fluid is low. Contact Tesla
immediately. Apply steady pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when
safe to do so.
Canada:
The touchscreen displays this amber brake indicator if a brake booster fault is detected. Apply steady
pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so. Hydraulic Boost
Compensation will be active (see Hydraulic Boost Compensation on page 763).
USA:
The touchscreen displays this amber brake indicator if a brake booster fault is detected. Apply steady
pressure and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the vehicle when safe to do so. Hydraulic
Boost Compensation will be active (see Hydraulic Boost Compensation on page 763).
Canada:
Emergency Braking
In an emergency, fully press the brake pedal and maintain firm pressure, even on low traction surfaces. The ABS varies the
braking pressure to each wheel depending on the amount of traction available. This prevents wheels from locking and ensures
that you stop as safely as possible.
If an alternative method is needed to bring the vehicle to a stop, press and hold the Park button on the touchscreen's drive
mode strip to apply the brakes and remove drive torque while the button is held. Touch Controls or press the brake pedal to
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WARNING: Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so interrupts operation of the ABS and can increase braking distance.
WARNING: Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you and be aware of hazardous driving
conditions. While the ABS can improve stopping distance, it cannot overcome the laws of physics. It also does not
prevent the danger of hydroplaning (where a layer of water prevents direct contact between the tires and the road).
CAUTION: Automatic Emergency Braking (see Automatic Emergency Braking on page 342) may intervene to
automatically brake in situations where a collision is considered imminent. Automatic Emergency Braking is not
designed to prevent a collision. It is designed to minimize the impact of a frontal collision by attempting to reduce your
driving speed. Depending on Automatic Emergency Braking to avoid a collision can result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: In emergency situations, if the brakes are not functioning properly, press and hold the Park button on the
overhead console or touchscreen to bring Model SModel X to a stop. Do not use this method to stop the vehicle unless
absolutely necessary.
Brake Disc Wiping
When cold and wet weather is detected, brake disc wiping repeatedly applies an imperceptible amount of brake force to
remove water from the surface of the brake discs.
Hydraulic Boost Compensation
Model SModel X is equipped with a brake booster that activates the brakes when the brake pedal is pressed. Hydraulic boost
compensation provides mechanical assistance if the brake booster fails. If a brake booster failure is detected, the brake pedal
feels stiffer to press and you may hear a sound when you press the brake pedal. To stop Model SModel X, apply steady force
to the brake pedal without releasing or pumping. Drive cautiously and maintain a safe distance from other road users—brake
pedal responsiveness and braking performance may be degraded.
Hydraulic Fade Compensation
Hydraulic fade compensation assists in monitoring brake system pressure and ABS activity for instances of reduced brake
performance. If reduced brake performance is detected (for example, as a result of brake fade, or cold or wet conditions), you
may hear a sound, feel the brake pedal pull away from your foot, and notice a strong increase in braking. Brake as you normally
would and continue to press the brake pedal without releasing or pumping the brakes.
WARNING: Always maintain a safe driving distance from the vehicle in front of you and exercise caution when driving
conditions are hazardous. Brake disc wiping and hydraulic fade compensation are NOT substitutes for adequately
applying the brakes.

Regenerative Braking
Whenever Model SModel X is moving and your foot is off the accelerator, regenerative braking slows down the vehicle and
feeds any surplus power back to the Battery. By anticipating your stops and reducing or relieving pressure from the
accelerator pedal to slow down, you can take advantage of regenerative braking to increase driving range.
Vehicle deceleration due to regenerative braking may vary depending on the current state of the Battery. For example,
regenerative braking may be limited if the Battery is cold or is already fully charged.
To experience the same amount of deceleration whenever you release the accelerator pedal, regardless of the state of the
Battery, you can choose to have the regular braking system automatically engage whenever regenerative braking is limited.
Touch Controls > Dynamics > Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking is Limited. When enabled, the brake pedal may move or
feel stiffer when pressed. This is expected and does not change your ability to slow down Model SModel X.
NOTE: Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking is Limited may not operate if the brakes are extremely hot.
NOTE: Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking is Limited is not available when Trailer Mode is engaged (see Towing a Trailer
on page 784).
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1. Shows power being output by the Battery, such as that used to accelerate the vehicle or to cool the cabin. When you press
the accelerator pedal, the top half of the power meter fills with black (or white if the display is dark).
2. Represents power generated from regenerative braking, or power that captured from slowing down the vehicle. Power
being fed back to the Battery displays in green whereas power used by the regular braking system displays in gray.
NOTE: Installing winter tires with aggressive compound and tread design may result in temporarily-reduced regenerative
braking power. However, your vehicle is designed to continuously recalibrate itself, and after changing tires it will increasingly
restore regenerative braking power after some straight-line accelerations. For most drivers this occurs after a short period of
normal driving, but drivers who normally accelerate lightly may need to use slightly harder accelerations while the recalibration
is in progress.
NOTE: If regenerative braking is aggressively slowing Model SModel X (such as when your foot is completely off the
accelerator pedal at highway speeds), the exterior brake lights turn on to alert others that you are slowing down.
WARNING: In snowy or icy conditions, Model SModel X may experience loss of traction during regenerative braking.

Vehicle Hold
When Model SModel X is stopped, Vehicle Hold can continue to apply the brakes even after you remove your foot from the
brake pedal and is automatically enabled any time the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
This indicator displays on the touchscreen whenever Vehicle Hold is actively holding Model SModel X while
stopped.

To disengage Vehicle Hold, press the accelerator or brake pedal, or shift into Neutral.
NOTE: After actively braking Model SModel X for approximately ten minutes, Model SModel X shifts into Park and Vehicle
Hold cancels. The parking brake is still applied. Model SModel X also shifts into Park if it detects that the driver has left the
vehicle.

Parking Brake
The parking brake is automatically engaged when in Park, and automatically disengages when shifted out of Park.
To manually engage the parking brake, touch Controls > Safety > Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen instructions. Manually
disengage the parking brake by selecting Parking Brake again.
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When you manually apply the parking brake using the touchscreen, the red parking brake indicator lights
up on the touchscreen.
USA:
When you manually apply the parking brake using the touchscreen, the red parking brake indicator
lights up on the touchscreen.
Canada:
If the parking brake experiences an electrical issue, the amber parking brake indicator lights up and a fault
message displays on the touchscreen.
USA:
If the parking brake experiences an electrical issue, the amber parking brake indicator lights up and a
fault message displays on the touchscreen.
Canada:
NOTE: The parking brake operates on the rear wheels only, and is independent of the pedal-operated brake system.
CAUTION: In the unlikely event that Model SModel X loses electrical power, you cannot access the touchscreen and are
therefore unable to release the parking brake without first jump starting (see Jump Starting on page 948).
WARNING: In snowy or icy conditions the rear wheels may not have sufficient traction to prevent Model SModel X from
sliding down a slope, particularly if not using winter tires. Avoid parking on hills in snowy or icy conditions. You are
always responsible for parking safely.
WARNING: Your Model SModel X may display an alert if the road is too steep to safely park, or if the parking brakes are
not properly engaged. These alerts are for guidance purposes only and are not a substitute for the driver’s judgment of
safe parking conditions, including specific road or weather conditions. Do not depend on these alerts to determine
whether or not it is safe to park at any location. You are always responsible for parking safely.

Brake Wear
Model SModel X brake pads are equipped with wear indicators. A wear indicator is a thin metal strip attached to the brake pad
that squeals as it rubs against the rotor when the pad wears down. This squealing sound indicates that the brake pads have
reached the end of their service life and require replacement.
Brakes must be periodically inspected visually by removing the tire and wheel. For detailed specifications and service limits for
rotors and brake pads, see Subsystems on page 936. Additionally, Tesla recommends cleaning and lubricating the brake
calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter months.
WARNING: Neglecting to replace worn brake pads damages the braking system and can result in a braking hazard.

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Traction Control
How It Works
The traction control system constantly monitors the speed of the front and rear wheels. If Model SModel X experiences a loss
of traction, your vehicle minimizes wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power. By default, the traction control
system is on. Under normal conditions, it should remain on to ensure maximum safety.
NOTE: When Model SModel X is in an Off-Road Drive Mode, the traction control system may be disabled or operate
differently. For more information about customizing the traction control system while driving off road, see Off-Road Driving on
page 775.
This yellow indicator flashes on the touchscreen whenever the traction control system is actively controlling
brake pressure and motor power to minimize wheel spin. If the indicator stays on, a fault is detected with the
traction control system. Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment.

WARNING: Traction control cannot prevent collisions caused by driving dangerously or turning too sharply at high
speeds.

Slippery Surfaces
Your vehicle can distribute traction evenly across all tires to provide more traction and stability during slippery conditions,
such as rain, snow, or ice. To enable, go to Controls > Dynamics > Slippery Surface.
NOTE: Even when this setting is Off, Cybertruck continuously detects characteristics of the current driving surface and
automatically adapts Traction Control.

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Suspension
Model SModel X is equipped with adaptive air suspension that offers superior ride quality, balances comfort with range and
performance, and maintains a level height between the front and rear axles.
You can manually adjust the ride height to suit your circumstances. For example, you can raise Model SModel X when you