goal of minimizing the amount of time you spend driving and charging (see Trip Planner on page 373).
• Enable Online Routing to be automatically rerouted to avoid heavy traffic (see Online Routing on page 373).
• Touch Avoid Ferries to be automatically routed to avoid ferries.
• Touch Avoid Tolls to be automatically routed to avoid tolls.
• Touch Use HOV Lanes to include High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes on navigation routes. This is particularly useful when
using Navigate on Autopilot (see Navigate on Autopilot on page 316).
NOTE: The navigation settings available can vary depending on region and vehicle configuration.

Navigating to a Destination
To navigate to a location, touch the search bar in the corner of the map and enter a destination, send the destination from your
phone, or speak a voice command (see Voice Commands on page 391). You can enter or speak an address, landmark,
business, etc. When you touch the search bar, you can also choose from the following types of locations:
• A saved Home or Work location (see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 371).
• A Charging destination (see Charging Locations on page 372).

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• A Recent destination (the most recent destination is listed at the top).
• A destination you have marked as a Favorite (see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 371).
• A popular restaurant when you're feeling Hungry or a popular destination (such as museums and amusement parks) when
you're feeling Lucky (see I'm Feeling Lucky, Hungry on page 371).
NOTE: If a data connection is not available, onboard maps allow you to navigate to any destination, but you must enter the
exact and complete address.
NOTE: You can start navigation remotely from your IOS® or Android™ device using the "share" functionality on your device
after allowing access to the Tesla mobile app.
When you specify a location, the touchscreen zooms out to provide an overview of the route you need to travel and displays a
turn-by-turn direction list. Estimated arrival time, driving time, and mileage displays at the bottom of the direction list. Battery
images at the bottom of the list provide a visual representation showing estimates of how much Battery energy will remain
when you reach your destination, and how much will remain if you make a round trip back to your current location. Note the
following about the turn-by-turn direction list:
• A battery image provides a visual representation of how much Battery energy will remain when you reach your destination.
See Predicting Energy Usage on page 373.
• If charging is needed to reach your destination and Trip Planner is enabled (and available in your market region), the
navigation route automatically includes Supercharger stops (see Trip Planner on page 373).
• If you won't have enough energy to reach your destination and there is no Supercharger on the route, an alert tells you that
charging is needed to reach your destination.
• Each turn is preceded by the distance to the maneuver.
• To see the bottom of the list, you may need to drag the list upward.
• Touch the top of the list to minimize it.
While navigating, the map tracks your location and displays the current leg of your trip. You can display the entire route at any
time by swiping down to expand the turn-by-turn direction list or touching the route overview icon.
If Navigate on Autopilot is enabled, you can turn it on for the navigation route by touching Navigate on Autopilot in the turn-byturn direction list. Navigate on Autopilot is a full self-driving (Beta) feature that automatically changes lanes and steers
Model SModel X along a navigation route, exiting controlled-access highways, etc. For details, see Navigate on Autopilot on
page 316.
The Navigate on Autopilot icon is blue when the feature is active.

To stop navigating, touch END, located in the bottom corner of the turn-by-turn direction list.
Adding Stops to a Route
After you have entered a destination, you can edit your route by adding, deleting or reordering stops. Touch the three dots at
the bottom of the turn-by-turn direction list to view options to edit your route.
Add Stop allows you to add a stop by searching for a location or adding a Home, Recent or Favorite destination.
You can also add a stop by touching any pin on the map and selecting Add from the popup.

Edit Stop allows you to set up a complex trip by adding or deleting stops on your route. Drag and drop stops by
touching the equal sign to reorder your trip.

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Automatic Navigation
NOTE: Automatic Navigation may not be available in all market regions and on all vehicle configurations.
Automatic Navigation can predict a destination when you get in your vehicle. When your phone's calendar is synced to
Model SModel X, and the calendar includes an event that takes place within two hours of when you get in your vehicle to drive,
Automatic Navigation suggests the location of the event (assuming a valid address is associated with the event).
In addition, if you are Home and get in your vehicle on weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Automatic
Navigation can automatically route you to your specified Work location (see Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page
371). Likewise, if you are at work on weekdays from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Automatic Navigation can automatically route you to
your specified Home location.
To enable Automatic Navigation, touch Controls > Navigation > Automatic Navigation. You must have your phone's calendar
synced to Model SModel X and the event must include a uniquely specified and valid address (see Phone and Calendar on
page 381).
NOTE: Navigation instructions that you enter manually, or send to Model SModel X, override routes suggested by Automatic
Navigation.

I'm Feeling Lucky, Hungry
NOTE: "I'm Feeling Lucky" and "I'm Feeling Hungry" may not be available in all market regions and on all vehicle configurations.
In addition to navigating to a destination of your choice, Model SModel X can also suggest nearby locations based on whether
you are feeling Hungry or Lucky. In the navigation search bar, touch Hungry or Lucky. Hungry suggests popular restaurants,
whereas Lucky suggests popular destinations (such as museums and amusement parks). For a new suggestion, go back and
touch Hungry or Lucky again for different results. When you discover a destination that interests you, touch Navigate to
proceed to the destination.
This feature requires the latest version of Navigation maps. To download, connect Model SModel X to Wi-Fi and touch
Controls > Software to check if an update is available (see Map Updates on page 374).

Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations
If you frequently drive to a destination, you may want to add it as a favorite to avoid having to enter the location's name or
address each time. When you add a destination as a Favorite, you can easily navigate to it by touching the navigation search
bar and then touching Favorites and choosing it from your list of favorite destinations.
To add a destination to your Favorites list touch its pin on the map, then touch the star icon on the popup screen
that appears. Enter a name (or leave as-is to accept the default name), then touch Add to Favorites. The star
becomes solid and the destination is included on your Favorites list.

To delete a Recent or Favorite destination, touch it on the destination list and hold it down briefly until the X appears. Then
touch the X to delete it from the list.
Home and Work locations also display under the map's search bar. Touch to set an address to the corresponding location.
After entering the address, touch Save as Home or Save as Work. Then simply touch these shortcuts whenever you want to
navigate home or to work.
To change or delete the address associated with Home or Work, press and hold its icon and in the popup screen that displays,
enter a new address and touch Save as Home or Save as Work, or touch Clear Home or Clear Work.
NOTE: Based on your usage patterns, Model SModel X may prompt you to save a location as Home or Work.
NOTE: Once a Home or Work location is saved, Model SModel X may prompt you to navigate to your Work location in the
mornings and to your Home location in the evenings and provide an estimated driving time based on current traffic conditions.
See Automatic Navigation on page 371.
For security reasons, if you sell Model SModel X, it is recommended that you delete your Home and Work locations. You can
delete these individually or you can perform a factory reset to erase all personal data (touch Controls > Service > Factory
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Charging Locations
To display charging locations on the map, touch the map's search bar, then touch Charging. Charging locations are shown in a
list (with the closest charging location at the top of the list) and represented by corresponding pins on the map. Touch a pin to
display more information, navigate to it, or mark it as a favorite.
Touch the lightning bolt icons to specify the types of charging locations you want the map to include (by default, the map
displays only superchargers):
Touch to include destination chargers.

Touch to include standard superchargers.

Touch to include high-powered superchargers.

NOTE: In some market regions, third-party fast chargers are also included as dark gray pins when you choose to display all
charging stations.
The appearance of of a charging location's pin reveals status information about the location. Touch the pin to display details.
The Supercharger location is operational and the number displayed on the pin represents the number of
available Supercharger stalls.
NOTE: A Supercharger located on your current navigation route is colored black (or white, if the touchscreen is
in night mode).
The Supercharger location is experiencing a high volume of users and you may need to wait before charging.

The Supercharger location may be operating at a reduced capacity.

The Supercharger location may be closed.

The Supercharger location has no data available but should be operational.

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The location is either a destination charging location, a third-party fast charger, or a public charging station that
you have previously used. Touch to display more information such as usage restrictions and available charge
current.
NOTE: When the map is zoomed out and more than one destination charging location is available in an area, the
pin is round and displays the number of stations. Touch the pin to zoom in. Then you can touch an individual pin
for details about a specific location.
Touch a charging location's pin to display a popup from which you can:
• Determine it's exact location and approximate distance from your current location.
• View amenities that are available at the charging location, including restrooms, restaurants, lodging, shopping, and Wi-Fi.
On a supercharger popup, touch an amenity icon to search the surrounding area for the associated amenity.
• Touch the navigation icon to navigate to the charging location.
NOTE: When navigating to a Supercharger (or third-party fast charger in some regions), Model SModel X preconditions the
Battery to prepare for charging. This ensures you arrive with an optimal Battery temperature, reducing the amount of time it
takes to charge. In some circumstances (such as cold weather), it is normal for the motor(s) and components to make noise
as it generates heat to warm the Battery (see Warming the Battery Before Supercharging on page 285).

Predicting Energy Usage
When navigating to a destination, Model SModel X helps you anticipate your charging needs by calculating the amount of
energy that remains when you reach your destination. The calculation is an estimate based on driving style (predicted speed,
etc.) and environmental factors (elevation changes, temperature, etc.). When navigating, the map displays this calculation at
the bottom of the expanded turn-by-turn direction list (see Navigating to a Destination on page 369). When the turn-by-turn
direction list is compressed, touch the top of the list to expand it.
Throughout your route, Model SModel X monitors energy usage and updates the calculation. A popup warning displays at the
bottom of the turn-by-turn direction list in these situations:
• A yellow warning displays when you have very little energy remaining to reach your destination, requiring you to drive
slowly to conserve energy. For tips on conserving energy, see Getting Maximum Range on page 261.
• A red warning displays when you must charge to reach your destination.
To determine if you have enough energy for a round trip, touch the battery icon at the bottom of the turn-by-turn direction list
to display an estimated calculation of your round trip energy usage.

Online Routing
Model SModel X detects real-time traffic conditions and automatically adjusts the estimated driving and arrival times. In
situations where traffic conditions will delay your estimated time of arrival and an alternate route is available, the navigation
system can reroute you to your destination. You can also specify the minimum number of minutes that must be saved before
you are rerouted. To turn this feature on or off, touch the map's settings icon (see Navigation Settings on page 369), then
touch Online Routing.

Trip Planner
Trip Planner (if equipped) helps you take longer road trips with confidence. If reaching your destination requires charging, Trip
Planner routes you through the appropriate Supercharger locations. Trip Planner selects a route and provides charging times
to minimize the amount of time you spend driving and charging. To enable Trip Planner, touch the map's settings icon (see
Navigation Settings on page 369), then touch Trip Planner.
When Trip Planner is enabled and charging is required to reach your destination, the turn-by-turn direction list includes
Supercharger stops, recommended charging times at each Supercharger, and an estimate of how much energy will be
available when you arrive at the Supercharger location.
NOTE: When navigating to a Supercharger or, in some regions, a third-party fast charger using Trip Planner, Model SModel X
may allocate some energy to pre-heat the Battery to arrive at the Supercharger or third-party fast charger with an optimal
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To remove Supercharger stops and display directions only, touch Remove all charging stops at the bottom of the turn-by-turn
direction list. If you remove charging stops, the turn-by-turn direction list may display an alert indicating that charging is
needed to reach your destination. To add Supercharger stops back to the turn-by-turn direction list, touch Add charging
stops.
While charging at a Supercharger, the charging screen displays the remaining charging time needed to drive to your next
Supercharger stop, or destination (if no further charging is needed). If you charge for a shorter or longer length of time,
charging time at subsequent Supercharger stops is adjusted accordingly.
NOTE: You can also use the mobile app to monitor remaining charging time needed.
NOTE: If a Supercharger on your navigation route experiences an outage, Trip Planner displays a notification and attempts to
reroute you to a different Supercharger location.
If Trip Planner estimates that you won't have enough energy for your round trip, and there are no Superchargers available on
your route, Trip Planner displays an alert at the top of the turn-by-turn direction list notifying you that charging is needed to
reach your destination.

Map Updates
As updated maps become available, they are automatically sent to Model SModel X over Wi-Fi. To ensure you receive them,
periodically connect Model SModel X to a Wi-Fi network (see Connecting to Wi-Fi on page 403). The touchscreen displays a
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Media
Overview
The Media Player displays on the touchscreen and is used to play various types of media. You can drag Media Player upward to
expand it (allowing you to browse), and downward to minimize it so that just the Miniplayer displays. The convenient
Miniplayer, which occupies the least amount of space on the touchscreen, displays what's currently playing and provides only
the basic functions associated with what's playing. You can also drag Media Player to display on the left or right side of the
touchscreen.
Media Player displays content and options associated with the app (or source) you choose from the app launcher, or from the
dropdown list that displays when you maximize Media Player:
NOTE: Media apps vary depending on market region. Some apps described may not be available in your market region, or may
be replaced by different ones.
Radio: Choose from a list of available radio stations or touch the numeric keypad to directly tune the radio to a
specific frequency. Touch the next or previous arrows to move from one frequency to the next (or previous).

Bluetooth: Play audio from a bluetooth-connected phone or USB device (see Playing Media from Devices on
page 377).

Streaming: Play the audio streaming service available in your market region (for example, Slacker Radio), if
equipped.

Spotify: Play audio available on Spotify.

Caraoke: Sing along with various songs (see Caraoke on page 376).

TuneIn: Play audio available on TuneIn.

Tidal: Play audio available on Tidal.

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
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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.
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
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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
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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
swatch next to the vehicle name and customize the paint, tone, and more.

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Electric Vehicle Components
High Voltage Components

1. Front drive unit
2. Heat pump assembly
3. High voltage cables
4. High voltage Battery
5. Service access panel for high voltage components (ancillary bay)
6. Rear drive unit(s)
7. Charge port
8. Cargo bed outlets
WARNING: The high voltage system must be serviced only by a trained technician. Do not disassemble, remove or
replace high voltage components, cables or connectors. High voltage cables are typically colored orange for easy
identification.
WARNING: Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model SModel X. These labels are
there for your safety.
WARNING: In the unlikely event that a fire occurs, exit the vehicle, move to an area at least 100 ft. (30 meters) away from
Model SModel X, and immediately contact your local fire emergency responders.

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Charging Equipment
Charging equipment designed specifically to charge your Model SModel X is available from Tesla.
For information on the charging equipment available for your region, go to http://shop.tesla.com.
Tesla offers:
• Wall Connector: Installs in your parking space and is the fastest way to charge your vehicle for daily use.
• Mobile Connector: Allows you to plug into most commonly used power outlets. When using the Mobile Connector, attach
the smart adapter (if required) to the Mobile Connector before plugging it in to the power outlet, and then plug in your
vehicle.
• Adapters: Allows you to plug into the most commonly used public charging stations in your region. At a public charge
station, first attach the adapter to the station's charging connector and then plug in your vehicle.
There is also a network of Superchargers, destination chargers, and other fast charging stations for when charging while
traveling.

Low Voltage Battery

Model SModel X uses a 48V lithium-ion low voltage battery. The 48V battery powers the windows, doors, touchscreen, and
other low voltage vehicle systems when the high voltage Battery is unavailable. The 48V battery also provides a redundant
source of power for critical systems (such as power steering).
NOTE: 48V low voltage connectors are colored blue for easy identification, and wires that operate at 48V are marked with blue
tape.
By using a 48V low voltage battery instead of the 12V lead-acid battery found in many conventional vehicles, Model SModel X
is able to operate more efficiently.
WARNING: Assume that the low voltage components of Model SModel X, including all cables and connectors, are
always energized. Do not handle low voltage cables or connect/disconnect connectors when the low voltage system is
powered. Because the 48V low voltage system operates at a higher voltage than a typical low voltage system, there is an
increased risk of personal injury, arcing, or component damage if the low voltage components of Model SModel X are
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High Voltage Battery Information
About the High Voltage Battery
Model SModel X has one of the most sophisticated battery systems in the world. The most important way to preserve the high
voltage Battery is to LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE PLUGGED IN when you are not using it. This is particularly important if you are not
planning to drive Model SModel X for several weeks.
NOTE: When left idle and unplugged, your vehicle periodically uses energy from the Battery for system tests and recharging
the low voltage battery when necessary.
There is no advantage to waiting until the Battery’s level is low before charging. In fact, the Battery performs best when
charged regularly.
NOTE: If you allow the Battery to discharge to 0%, other components may become damaged or require replacement (for