in the radio band that is currently playing. If you have not defined more than one preset, press to go to the next available
frequency.
If you are listening to Internet radio, or to an audio file on a connected Bluetooth or USB device, press to skip to the next
song or station.
If you have more than one favorite defined, press and hold to cycle through favorites.
2. Scroll Button
◦ To adjust the media volume, roll up or down.

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NOTE: The scroll button adjusts the volume for media, navigation instructions and phone calls based on what is
currently in use. As you adjust volume, the instrument panel displays the volume level and whether you are adjusting
volume for media, navigation or phone.
◦ To mute the media volume, or to pause/play an audio file, tap the scroll button.
◦ To choose what displays on the left side of the instrument panel, hold the scroll button briefly until the available options
are displayed. Roll the scroll button to choose Empty, Car Status, Clock, Media, Energy, Trips, Suspension, etc. When the
option you want is highlighted, tap the scroll button.
NOTE: The option you choose to display using the left scroll button is retained until you manually change it.
NOTE: Car status displays information such as status of doors and trunks, and on newer model vehicles, the tire
pressure measurements.
3. Previous
Same as described above for Next, except it skips to the previous song or station. If you have more than one favorite
defined, press and hold to cycle through favorites.

NOTE: Regardless of how you customize the left side of the instrument panel, it automatically changes to display navigation
instructions (if applicable), or to let you know if a door or trunk is open when Model SModel X is in Drive or Reverse.
Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons
Use the buttons on the right side of the steering wheel to access call options while on a phone call, to choose what displays on
the right side of the instrument panel, to adjust Model SModel X features, and to use voice commands.
NOTE: Whenever you receive or make a phone call, the right side of the instrument panel automatically displays call options to
help you easily handle phone calls on your Bluetooth-connected phone.

1. Press to use a voice command to call a contact, navigate, or listen to Internet music. When you hear the tone, speak your
command. For details, see Voice Commands on page 391.
2. Scroll Button
◦ During a phone call, touch the scroll button to display call options that allow you to perform an action on the call.
◦ Roll the scroll button to adjust the most recently used feature from the feature list (see Menu button).
◦ To choose what displays on the right side of the instrument panel, hold the scroll button briefly until the available
options are displayed. Roll the scroll button to choose Empty, Car Status, Clock, Media, Energy, Trips, Suspension, etc.
When the option you want is highlighted, tap the scroll button.
NOTE: Car status displays information such as status of doors and trunks, and on newer model vehicles, the tire
pressure measurements.
NOTE: The option you choose to display using the right scroll button is retained until you manually change it.
◦ To restart the touchscreen, hold down both scroll buttons for approximately five seconds. See Restarting the
Touchscreen on page 197.
◦ Suspension. Display a real-time visualization of how the suspension system is dynamically adjusting each wheel’s
damping to account for changing road conditions. Roll the scroll button to choose Suspension and then press the scroll
button. See Air Suspension on page 385.
3. Menu button
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Press to display a menu that allows you to control the following Model SModel X:
◦ Temperature. Roll the scroll button to change the driver side temperature, or press the wheel to turn the climate control
system on and off.
◦ Fan Speed. Roll the scroll button to adjust the speed of the fan used to cool or heat the cabin.
◦ Display Brightness. Roll the scroll button to change the brightness level of the displays, or press the wheel to restore
default settings.
◦ Sunroof (if equipped). Roll the scroll button to adjust the position of the sunroof.
◦ Recent Calls. If your phone is paired to Model SModel X, roll the scroll button to view your recent calls. Press the scroll
button to call the contact that's displayed. To pair your phone, see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381.
◦ Contacts. If your phone is paired to Model SModel X, roll the scroll button to navigate to contacts in your phone. Your
contacts are listed alphabetically by their last name. To pair your phone, see Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page 381.
Press the menu button again to close the feature list.
Heated Steering WheelSteering Yoke
If Model SModel X is equipped with the cold weather package, you can warm up the steering wheel by touching climate
controls on the touchscreen (see Climate Controls on page 360). When turned on, radiant heat keeps the steering wheel at a
comfortable temperature.
To warm up the steering wheelsteering yoke, touch the temperature icon on the touchscreen to display climate controls (see
Overview of Climate Controls on page 360), then touch the steering wheelsteering yoke icon. When turned on, radiant heat
keeps the steering wheelsteering yoke at a comfortable temperature.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture, your Model S may not include a heated steering wheel, even when equipped with
the optional cold weather package.
Horn
To sound the horn, press and hold the center pad on the steering wheel.
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Mirrors
Adjusting Exterior Side Mirrors
Press the button associated with the mirror you want to adjust (left or right). The button's light turns on and you can then press
the dial to move the mirror to the desired position. Repeat for the other side mirror. If prompted, touch Save on the
touchscreen to save the mirror adjustment in your driver profile.

To fold and unfold exterior mirrors, press the center button. You can set the mirrors to fold automatically whenever
Model SModel X is locked by touching Controls > Vehicle > Mirror Auto-Fold. The mirrors unfold automatically whenever you
unlock Model SModel X.
When you use the center button to fold the mirrors in for parking in a tight space, the mirrors remain folded in until your driving
speed reaches 31 mph (50 km/h), or until you use the center button to unfold the mirrors.
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: You cannot fold a mirror if driving above 31 mph (50 km/h).

The driver’s side mirror automatically dims at night, in proportion to the level of glare from the headlights of a vehicle behind
you (except when in Reverse). Also, both exterior side mirrors have heaters that turn on and off with the rear window defroster.
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NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options selected at time of purchase, some Model S vehicles are not equipped
with a side mirror that automatically dims at night and may not include heated side mirrors. In addition, mirror adjustments may
not be saved to your driver profile.
NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 284 for information to ensure your mirrors function properly in cold weather.
Auto-Fold Mirrors Based on Location

Model SModel X can automatically fold and unfold the side mirrors based on location, which saves you from having to
manually position them each time you need to fold or unfold the mirrors when at a frequented place (such as narrow garages,
tight parking spaces, etc.).
To set up, Model SModel X must be driving at a low speed (less than 3 mph/5 kph) or stopped at the location you want your
vehicle to remember. Go to Controls > Vehicle > Always Fold Mirrors at this Location. Next time you approach the saved
location, your mirrors fold and unfold within 25 feet (7.5 meters) of the specified location.
You can also integrate auto-folding mirrors with HomeLink (see HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 400). To enable, go
to HomeLink > Auto-Fold Mirrors when Nearby.
CAUTION: Mirrors may not automatically fold or unfold if you return to a saved location and are driving faster than 3
mph/5 kph.
Mirror Auto-tilt When Reversing

Both exterior mirrors can automatically tilt downward when backing up. To adjust the auto-tilt position, shift into Reverse, then
adjust the mirrors (press the button associated with the mirror you want to adjust, then press the dial to move the mirror to the
desired position).
When you shift into another drive mode, the 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.
You can turn the auto-tilt feature on or off using the touchscreen, Touch Controls > Vehicle > Mirror Auto-Tilt.
NOTE: Depending on date of manufacture and options selected at time of purchase, some Model S vehicles are not equipped
with Mirror Auto-Tilt.
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 move the mirror up or down, roll the left scroll button up or down.
• To move the mirror inward or outward, press the left scroll button to the left or right.

NOTE: Both exterior mirrors have heaters that turn on and off with the rear window defroster.
You can fold the mirrors inward for parking in tight spaces by touching Controls > Fold Mirrors. The mirrors remain folded until
your driving speed reaches 31 mph (50 km/h), or until you touch Fold Mirrors again to unfold the mirrors.
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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: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 284 for information on how to ensure your mirrors function properly in cold
weather.
NOTE: You cannot fold a mirror if driving faster than 31 mph (50 km/h).
Auto-Fold Mirrors Based on Location

Model SModel X can automatically fold and unfold the side mirrors based on location, which saves you from having to
manually position them each time you need to fold or unfold the mirrors when at a frequented place (such as narrow garages,
tight parking spaces, etc.).
To set up, Model SModel X must be driving at a low speed (less than 3 mph (5 km/h)) or stopped at the location you want your
vehicle to remember. Touch Controls > Fold Mirrors > Save Location. Next time you approach the saved location, your mirrors
fold and unfold within approximately 25 feet (7.5 meters) of the specified location.
You can also integrate auto-folding mirrors with HomeLink (see HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 400). To enable,
touch the HomeLink icon on the top of the Controls screen and enable Auto-Fold Mirrors when Nearby.
CAUTION: Mirrors may not automatically fold or unfold if you return to a saved location and are driving faster than 3 mph
(5 km/h).
Mirror Auto Tilt

Both exterior mirrors can automatically tilt downward when Model SModel X is shifted into Reverse. When you shift back into
another drive mode, the mirrors return to their normal upward position.
To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto Tilt. You can adjust the position of the mirrors only when
you are in Reverse.
Mirror Auto Fold

Both exterior mirrors can automatically fold inward whenever you exit and lock Model SModel X. When you unlock
Model SModel X, the exterior mirrors then automatically unfold.
To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto 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.
Mirror Auto Dim

When certain environmental conditions are met, the rear view mirror and 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.
Rear View Mirror
The rear view mirror is adjusted manually. When in Drive or Neutral, the rear view mirror automatically dims in low lighting
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Starting and Powering Off
Starting
When you open a door to enter Model SModel X, the instrument panel and touchscreen power on and you can operate all
controls. To drive Model SModel X:
1. Press the brake pedal - Model SModel X powers on and is ready to drive.
2. Select a drive mode - move the drive stalk down for Drive or up for Reverse (see Shifting on page 198).
When you open a door to enter Model SModel X, the instrument panel and touchscreen power on and you can operate all
controls. To shift Model SModel X, press the brake pedal and swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's
drive mode strip (see Shifting on page 200).
If Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model SModel X automatically selects Drive or Revers based on inputs from various
sensors. Pressing the brake pedal shifts the vehicle into the selected drive mode displayed on the instrument panel (provided
the driver's door is closed and the driver's seat belt is buckled), and pressing the accelerator moves the vehicle in that
direction (see Auto Shift out of Park on page 200).
NOTE: To turn Auto Shift out of Park on or off, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park.
Before accelerating when Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, check the instrument panel to make sure that Model SModel X has
shifted into the drive mode you want (Drive or Reverse). If the selection is not correct, or if Auto Shift out of Park is not
enabled, swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the touchscreen's drive mode strip to choose a new drive mode. See
Shifting on page 200.
NOTE: If the PIN to Drive feature is enabled (see PIN to Drive on page 394), you must also enter a valid PIN on the touchscreen
before you can drive Model SModel X.
Everything you need to know when driving Model SModel X displays on the instrument panel.
Key Fob Not Inside

If Model SModel X does not detect a key fob when you press the brake, the instrument panel displays a message telling you
that a key fob is not inside.
If you receive this message, press the brake and place the key fob in the center console cup holder where Model SModel X can
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If Model SModel X still does not detect the key fob, try holding it against the center console, immediately below the low
voltage power socket (see Low Voltage Power Socket on page 81). If the key fob is still not detected, remove the key fob's
battery and try again. See Replacing the Key Fob Battery on page 45. Or try using another key fob. If another key fob does not
work, contact Tesla.
A number of factors can affect whether Model SModel X can detect the key fob. These include a low battery in the key fob,
interference from other devices using radio signals, and objects between the key fob and receiver.
Always keep the key fob with you. After driving, the key fob is needed to restart Model SModel X after it powers off. And when
you leave Model SModel X, you must bring the key fob with you to lock Model SModel X, either manually or automatically.
Drive Disabled - Requires Authentication

If Model SModel X does not detect a key when you press the brake (a key fob or phone key is not detected or two minutes
have passed since you used the key card), the touchscreen displays a message telling you that driving requires authentication.
If you see this message, place the key card in either phone dock where the RFID transmitter can read it. The two-minute
authentication period restarts and you can start Model SModel X by pressing the brake pedal.

A number of factors can affect whether Model SModel X can detect a phone key or key fob (for example, the device's battery
is low or dead and is no longer able to communicate using Bluetooth).
Always keep your phone key, key fob, or a key card with you. After driving, your key is needed to restart Model SModel X after
it powers off. And when you leave Model SModel X, you must bring your key with you to lock Model SModel X, either manually
or automatically.
Powering Off
When you finish driving, shift into Park by pressing the button on the end of the drive stalk. When you finish driving, simply
exit the vehicle. When you leave Model SModel X with the key fobyour phone key and key fob, it powers off automatically,
turning off the instrument panel and touchscreen.
Model SModel X also powers off automatically after being in Park for 15 minutes, even if you are sitting in the driver’s seat.
Although usually not needed, you can power off Model SModel X while sitting in the driver’s seat, provided the vehicle is not
moving. Touch Controls > Safety > Power Off. Model SModel X automatically powers back on again if you press the brake
pedal or touch the touchscreen.
NOTE: Model SModel X automatically shifts into Park whenever it determines that you are exiting the vehicle (for example, the
driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is almost at a standstill). If you shift into Neutral, Model SModel X shifts into
Park when you open the door to exit. To keep Model SModel X in Neutral, see Instructions for Transporters on page
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Restarting the Touchscreen
You can restart your touchscreen if it is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior.
NOTE: To ensure the safety of occupants as well as other road users, restart the touchscreen only when the vehicle is in Park.
1. Shift into Park.
2. Hold down both scroll buttons on the steering wheelsteering yoke until the touchscreen turns black.

3. After a few seconds, the Tesla logo appears. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the touchscreen to restart. If the
touchscreen is still unresponsive or demonstrating unusual behavior after a few minutes, try power cycling the vehicle. See
Power Cycling the Vehicle on page 197.
NOTE: Restarting the touchscreen also activates the drive mode selector on the center console.
NOTE: Restarting the touchscreen using the scroll buttons does not power Model SModel X off and on.
Power Cycling the Vehicle
You can power cycle Model SModel X if it demonstrates unusual behavior or displays a nondescript alert.
1. Shift into Park.
2. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Safety > Power Off.
3. Wait for at least two minutes without interacting with the vehicle. Do not open the doors, touch the brake pedal, touch the
touchscreen, etc.
4. After two minutes, press the brake pedal or open the door to wake the vehicle.

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Shifting
How to Shift
When Model SModel X is in Park, you must press the brake pedal to shift.
Move the drive stalk up or down to shift into different drive modes.

If you try to shift when it is prohibited by the current driving speed, a chime sounds and the drive mode does not change.
Reverse

Push the drive stalk all the way up and release. You can only shift into Reverse when Model SModel X is stopped or moving
less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Neutral

Push the drive stalk up or down to the first position and release to shift into Neutral. Neutral allows Model SModel X to roll
freely when you are not pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: If Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Controlis active, you must push the drive stalk up or down to the first position and
hold it there for more than 1 second to shift into Neutral. In doing so, Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is disabled.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal to shift out of Neutral if driving slower than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
If Model SModel X is in Park and you use the touchscreen to release the parking brake (Controls > Safety > Parking Brake),
Model SModel X shifts into Neutral (see Parking Brake on page 235).
Drive

Push the drive stalk all the way down and release. You can shift into Drive when Model SModel X is stopped or moving less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Reverse.
Park

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Model SModel X automatically shifts into Park whenever you connect a charge cable or if two or more of the following
conditions are met simultaneously while traveling slower than approximately 1.5 mph (2 km/h):
• The driver's seat belt is unbuckled.
• The occupancy sensor in the driver's seat does not detect an occupant.
• The driver's door is opened.
To make it convenient to pick up passengers, you can also unlock all doors and/or extend the door handles at any time by
shifting into Park then pressing the Park button a second time.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal to shift out of Park.
NOTE: The above conditions do not reflect a comprehensive list of reasons why Model SModel X may or may not automatically
shift into Park and, in certain scenarios, it is possible for your vehicle to shift into Park when only one of the above conditions
is true.
WARNING: In emergency situations, if the brakes are not functioning properly, press and hold the Park button on the
drive stalk to bring the vehicle to a stop. Do not use this method to stop the vehicle unless absolutely necessary.
WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to always ensure the vehicle is in Park before exiting. Never rely on
Model SModel X to automatically shift into Park for you; it might not work in all circumstances (for example, if Creep or a
slope causes the vehicle to travel greater than approximately 1.5 mph (2 km/h)).

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Shifting
Auto Shift out of Park
NOTE: Auto Shift out of Park is a BETA feature and is disabled by default.
When Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model SModel X is designed to use inputs from various sensors to automatically select
Drive or Reverse. The instrument panel displays the selected drive mode when the driver's door is closed and seat belt is
buckled.
To override the selection, press the brake pedal and use the drive mode strip on touchscreen to shift into your desired drive
mode (Drive, Reverse, Park; see Shifting Using the Touchscreen on page 200).
Confirm the drive mode selection and follow the instructions on the instrument panel before you press the accelerator.
WARNING: As always, be aware of your vehicle and surroundings before driving. Never rely on Model SModel X to
automatically select a suitable drive mode without confirming the selection before you start to drive.
If Auto Shift out of Park is unavailable, the instrument panel displays a message.
Model SModel X automatically selects a drive mode when:
• Auto Shift out of Park is enabled (touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park).
• Model SModel X is in Park.
• The driver's seat belt is fastened.
• The brake pedal is pressed.
• All doors and trunks are closed.
• The drive mode selector on the center console is not activated (see Shift Using the Center Console on page 201).
NOTE: Model SModel X does not automatically select drive modes in Valet Mode.
Auto Shift out of Park is disabled by default. When disabled, use the touchscreen or the center console to manually shift. To
enable Auto Shift out of Park, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park.
Shifting Using the Touchscreen
When you press the brake pedal when parked, the drive mode strip displays on one side of the touchscreen. Use the drive
mode strip to shift Model SModel X: swipe up for Drive, swipe down for Reverse or touch the P for Park. The drive mode strip
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NOTE: To shift from Drive into Reverse or vice versa, the driving speed must be less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
NOTE: The touchscreen's drive mode strip displays the Park button only when the brake pedal is pressed and shifting into Park
is allowed based on the vehicle's driving speed (less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
To shift into Neutral, open Controls to bring up the drive mode strip, then press and hold Neutral until Neutral engages.
NOTE: The touchscreen is the preferred method to manually shift. However, in the unlikely situation in which the touchscreen
is unavailable and therefore can't be used, the drive mode selector on the center console automatically activates and must be
used to shift (see Shift Using the Center Console on page 201).
If you try to shift when it is prohibited by the current driving speed, the instrument panel displays an alert, a chime sounds, and
the drive mode does not change.
Shift Using the Center Console
In addition to manually shifting on the touchscreen, you can shift by pressing P, R, N or D located on the center console. In
most situations, these buttons are not available until you press one of the buttons to activate it. When active, the LEDs
associated with each button illuminate and when you select P, R, N or D, the associated LED illuminates amber.
In situations where the touchscreen is unavailable (for example, experiencing a technical issue), or Model SModel X is in Valet
or Transport Mode, the drive mode selector on the center console activates automatically and there is no need to touch it.
NOTE: You can also activate the drive mode selector on the center console by simultaneously and briefly pressing both scroll
buttons on the steering yoke. However, if you press and hold both buttons simultaneously, the drive mode selector activates
and the touchscreen restarts (see Restarting the Touchscreen on page 197).
NOTE: The front trunk, rear trunk, and doors must be closed to shift using the center console.
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1. Park
2. Reverse
3. Neutral
4. Drive
NOTE: When the touchscreen is available for shifting and you have manually activated the drive mode selector on the center
console, the center console automatically deactivates if you don't shift within 10 seconds.
Park
Model SModel X automatically shifts into Park whenever it determines that you are exiting the vehicle. For example, the
driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is stopped. Model SModel X also automatically shifts into Park when the driver's
door is opened or if no action is taken within one minute of shifting.
To manually shift into Park, press the brake pedal and touch the Park button on the touchscreen's drive mode strip. If the
touchscreen is unavailable, press Park on the drive mode selector located on the center console.
NOTE: The touchscreen's drive mode strip displays the Park button only when the brake pedal is pressed and shifting into park
is allowed based on the driving speed.
NOTE: You must always press the brake pedal to shift out of Park.
CAUTION: Model SModel X will not shift out of Park if a charge cable is plugged in, or if the charge port is unable to
determine whether a charging cable is plugged in. In situations when Model SModel X does not shift out of Park, check
the instrument panel or touchscreen for instructions on how to proceed.
WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to always ensure the vehicle is in Park before exiting. Never rely on
Model SModel X to automatically shift into Park for you; it may not work in all circumstances.
Drive
To manually shift into Drive, swipe up on the drive mode strip located on the touchscreen or, if the touchscreen is unavailable,
press D on the drive mode selector located on the center console. You can shift into Drive when Model SModel X is stopped or
moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Reverse.
Reverse
To manually shift into Reverse, swipe down on the drive mode strip located on the touchscreen or, if the touchscreen is
unavailable, press R on the drive mode selector located on the center console. You can shift into Reverse when
Model SModel X is stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Drive. You can manually close the park assist view on the
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Neutral
Neutral allows Model SModel X to roll freely when you are not pressing the brake pedal. To shift into Neutral, do any of the
following:
• Open Controls, then press and hold the Neutral icon on the drive mode strip until Model SModel X engages Neutral.
• Choose Neutral from the drive mode selector on the center console.
NOTE: When Model SModel X is traveling over 5 mph (8 km/h) and you swipe up or down on the touchscreen's drive mode
strip, a Neutral icon displays at the bottom of the drive mode strip from which you can also choose to engage Neutral.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal to shift out of Neutral if Model SModel X is moving slower than approximately 5 mph (8
km/h).
Model SModel X automatically shifts into Park when you open the driver's door to exit the vehicle. To stay in Neutral even
when you leave Model SModel X, you must engage Transport Mode (described next).
Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Transport Mode)
Model SModel X automatically shifts into Park whenever you finish driving and leave Model SModel X. To keep
Model SModel X in Neutral when you exit, allowing it to roll freely (for example, pulling onto a flatbed truck), you must activate
Transport mode:
1. Shift into Park.
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
shift into Park or if you manually apply the parking brake by touching Controls > Safety > Parking Brake.

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Lights
Controlling Lights
Touch Controls > Lights to control the lights.
NOTE: You can also access an abbreviated lights menu while driving by touching the High Beam button on the steering
wheelsteering yoke. A lights menu displays on the touchscreen, providing quick access to headlight controls.
In addition to the lights that you can control from the touchscreen, Model SModel X has convenience lights that turn on and
off automatically based on what you are doing. For example, interior lights, marker lights, tail 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 or when you shift or lock Model SModel X.
Exterior Lights
Exterior lights (headlights, tail 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, or
whenever the wipers are active. If you change to a different setting, lights always revert to Auto on your next drive.
Touch one of these options to change and retain 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, tail lights and license plate lights turn on.
• On: Low beam headlights, side marker lights, parking lights, tail lights, and license plate lights turn on.
If equipped, the headlights automatically adjust to improve your view based on your driving speed and steering angle. When
driving at lower speeds with low beam headlights on, the headlights increase lateral illumination to make pedestrians and
curbs more visible and to improve visibility when turning at a dark intersection, into a driveway, or when making a u-turn.
CAUTION: Ensure the headlights and rear lights are on during low visibility conditions (for example, when it is dark,
foggy, snowy, or the road is wet, etc.). The rear tail lights are off while daytime running lights are on. Failure to do so can
cause damage or serious injury.
NOTE: Headlights do not require adjustments when temporarily driving into a region where the traffic direction is different (for
example, driving in right-hand traffic region, and then driving into a region with left-hand traffic).
NOTE: To comply with local traffic regulations when crossing from a left-hand traffic region to a right-hand traffic region, and
vice versa, headlights should be adjusted. If you plan to drive to a region that requires headlights to be adjusted, schedule a
service appointment using the mobile app.
NOTE: For vehicles manufactured prior to approximately June 2023: To comply with local traffic regulations when crossing
from a left-hand traffic region to a right-hand traffic region, and vice versa, headlights should be adjusted. If you plan to drive
to a region that requires headlights to be adjusted, schedule a service appointment using the mobile app.
NOTE: For vehicles manufactured as of approximately June 2023: Headlights do not require adjustments when temporarily
driving into a region where the traffic direction is different (for example, driving in right-hand traffic region, and then driving
into a region with left-hand traffic).
Fog Lights
If equipped, touch to turn the fog lights on or off. Fog lights operate only when low beam headlights are on. When headlights
are turned off, fog lights also turn off.
The rear fog indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever rear fog lights (if equipped) are on.

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The front fog indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever the optional front fog lights are on.

NOTE: Depending on the market region and vehicle options, your vehicle may not be equipped with front and/or rear fog lights.
NOTE: In some regions, there is no control for the front fog lights. They operate in conjunction with the headlights and turn on
only in situations where low beam headlights are 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 Model SModel X,
open a door upon exiting, or shift into Park.
You can also manually turn an individual dome light on or off by touching its lens. If you turn a dome light on, it turns off when
Model SModel X powers off. If Model SModel X 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.
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.
NOTE: If you lock Model SModel X using the Tesla mobile app or key cardor key fob, the headlights immediately turn off.
However, if the vehicle locks because Walk-Away Door Lock is enabled (see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 41Walk-Away Door
Lock on page 55), the headlights automatically turn off after one minute.
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.
NOTE: Model S has lights along the rim of the headlights, also referred to as "signature" lights. These lights automatically turn
on whenever Model S is powered on and a drive mode is engaged.
High Beam Headlights
Use the high beam headlight button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering yoke to control the headlights:
• Press and quickly release to flash high beam headlights.
• Press and hold to turn on high beam headlights - the instrument panel displays a brief timer and you must hold for the
duration of the timer to latch the high beam headlights to the on position. When headlights are on, press the button a
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The following indicator lights are visible on the instrument panel to show the status of the headlights:
Low beam headlights are on.

High beam headlights are on. Illuminates when high beams are on but the Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights
setting is turned off or if the Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights setting is turned on but is temporarily
unavailable.

High beams are currently turned on, and Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights is ready to turn off the high beams
if light is detected in front of the vehicle.

High beams are temporarily turned off because Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights is operating and light is
detected in front of your vehicle. When light is no longer detected, high beam headlights automatically turn
back on.

Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights
When Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights is enabled, Model SModel X automatically switches between the high beam and low
beam headlights based on whether or not there is light detected in front of Model SModel X.
The headlights also adjust to curves on the road ahead to provide greater visibility at night.
To control this feature, touch Controls > Lights > Auto High Beam > Adaptive Headlights, or by using the lights popup that
displays on the touchscreen when you press the high beam headlight button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering
yoke.
NOTE: Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights is automatically enabled when Autosteer is engaged. To switch to low beam
headlights, press the high beam headlight button on the steering wheelsteering yoke. Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights is
re-enabled every time Autosteer is activated.
WARNING: Auto High BeamAdaptive Headlights is a convenience only 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.

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High Beam Headlights
Push the turn signal stalk away from you to turn the high beam headlights on continuously. To cancel, pull the stalk towards
you.
To briefly flash the high beam headlights, pull the stalk towards you.