Limitations and Inaccuracies
Collision Avoidance features cannot always detect all objects, vehicles, bikes, or pedestrians, and you may experience
unnecessary, inaccurate, invalid, or missed warnings for many reasons, particularly if:
• The road has sharp curves.
• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s).
• A camera is obstructed (dirty, covered, fogged over, covered by a sticker, etc.).
CAUTION: If a fault occurs with a Collision Avoidance Assist feature, Cybertruck displays an alert. Contact Tesla
Service.
CAUTION: Driver assistance features are automatically disabled when Track Mode is On. It is the driver’s responsibility
to drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times, including on track. Driver Assistance features automatically
re-enable when Track Mode is turned Off.
WARNING: The limitations previously described do not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with
proper operation of Collision Avoidance Assist features. These features may fail to provide their intended function for
many other reasons. It is the driver’s responsibility to avoid collisions by staying alert, paying attention, and taking
corrective action as early as possible.
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Speed Assist
How Speed Assist Works
Cybertruck displays a speed limit on the touchscreen and you can choose if and how you are warned when you exceed the
speed limit. In addition, a blue outline may appear around the speed limit icon to notify that you are above the speed limit.
Instead of using the detected speed limit, you can base warnings on an arbitrary speed limit that you enter manually.
In situations where Cybertruck is unable to determine a speed limit, or if Speed Assist is uncertain that an acquired speed limit
is accurate, the touchscreen may not display a speed limit sign and warnings do not take effect.
NOTE: Speed limit warnings go away after ten seconds, or when Cybertruck slows down below the specified limit.
WARNING: Do not rely on Speed Assist to determine the appropriate speed limit or driving speed. Always drive at a safe
speed based on traffic and road conditions.
Controlling Speed Assist
To adjust the Speed Limit Warning setting, touch Controls > Autopilot > Speed Limit Warning, then choose one of these
options:
• Off - Speed limit warnings do not display and chimes are not sounded.
• Display - Speed limit signs display on the and the sign increases in size when you exceed the determined limit.
• Chime - In addition to the visual display, a chime is sounded when you exceed the determined speed limit.
You can also specify how the speed limit is determined:
• Relative - You can set a speed limit offset (+ or -) if you want to be alerted only when you exceed the offset speed limit by a
specified amount. For example, you can increase the offset to +10 mph (10 km/h) if you only want to be warned when you
exceed the speed limit by 10 mph (10 km/h).
• Absolute - Manually specify any speed limit between 20 and 140 mph (30 and 240 km/h).
NOTE: Speed Assist is not always accurate. In some situations, the location of a road can be miscalculated and Speed Assist
can display a speed for a directly adjacent road that may have a different speed limit. For example, Speed Assist can assume
Cybertruck is on a controlled-access highway when it is actually on a nearby surface street, and vice versa.
NOTE: Your chosen setting is retained until you manually change it.
Limitations and Inaccuracies
Speed Assist may not be fully functional or may provide inaccurate information in these situations:
• Visibility is poor and speed limit signs are not clearly visible (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the camera(s).
• Cybertruck is being driven very close to a vehicle in front of it which is blocking the view of the camera(s).
• The windshield is obstructing the view of the camera(s) (fogged over, dirty, covered by a sticker, etc.).
• Speed limit signs are concealed by objects.
• The speed limits stored in the map database are incorrect or outdated.
• Cybertruck is being driven in an area where GPS or map data is not available or where speed limit signs can not be
detected.
• Traffic signs that do not conform to standard recognizable formats, such as digital or temporary speed signs.
• A road or a speed limit has recently changed.
WARNING: The list above does not represent an exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with proper operation of
Speed Assist. Speed Assist may fail to provide warnings for many other reasons.

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Cabin Camera
The cabin camera is not currently active. If used in a future safety feature, Tesla will notify you of its availability through a
software update.
The cabin camera can determine driver inattentiveness and provide you with audible alerts, to remind you to keep your eyes on
the road when Autopilot is engaged.
By default, images and video from the camera do not leave the vehicle itself and are not transmitted to anyone, including Tesla,
unless you enable data sharing. If you enable data sharing and a safety critical event occurs (such as a collision), Cybertruck
shares short cabin camera video clips with Tesla to help us develop future safety enhancements and continuously improve the
intelligence of features that rely on the cabin camera. Data may also be shared if diagnostics are required on cabin camera
functionality. Cabin camera does not perform facial recognition or any other method of identity verification. To protect your
privacy, cabin camera data is not associated with your vehicle identification number.
To adjust your data sharing preferences touch Controls > Software > Data Sharing > Allow Cabin Camera Analytics. You can
change your data sharing settings at any time. To view features currently enabled that use cabin camera, touch Controls >
Software > Cabin Camera.
NOTE: Keep the camera lens clean and free of obstructions. Remove any buildup of dirt or dust by occasionally wiping the
camera lens with a clean cloth.
CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based or abrasive cleaners. Doing so can damage the surface of the camera lens.

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Safety & Security Settings
About the Security System
The vehicle security system activates when Cybertruck does not detect an authenticated phone or key and:
• A locked door is opened
• The locked tailgate is opened
• The powered front trunk is opened
When your vehicle detects this, the siren sounds, headlights and turn signals flash, and you receive a notification on your
mobile app that the security alarm is triggered. To deactivate the alarm, press any button on the mobile app or tap your key
card against the card reader located on the driver's side door pillar.
To enable the alarm system, touch Controls > Safety > Security Alarm. When enabled, Cybertruck activates its alarm under
these conditions:
• One minute after you exit.
• The doors are locked.
• A recognized key is no longer detected.
The tailgate does not need to be closed for Cybertruck to activate the alarm.
Sentry Mode and the vehicle alarm system are two separate things: the alarm system works similar to other vehicles (a siren
sounds when a locked door is opened), whereas Sentry Mode uses cameras and audio to detect suspicious activity nearby
(see Sentry Mode on page 85 for more information). If Cybertruck is in Sentry Mode, the Security Alarm setting is not
available.
Parental Controls
Parental controls enable you to limit the capabilities of Cybertruck and ensure that safety settings are enabled and cannot be
changed.
NOTE: You can also access parental controls from the Tesla mobile app (version 4.34.5 or higher required).
NOTE: You cannot enable Parental Controls if Speed Limit Mode is enabled.
When you enable Require Safety Features, Cybertruck enables or configures these vehicle settings:
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may not be
equipped with the listed features.
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Obstacle-Aware Acceleration
• Automatic Blind Spot Camera
• Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime
• Automatic 911 Call
• Allow Mobile Access
• Lane Departure Avoidance: Set to Assist.
• Speed Limit Warning: Set to Chime.
• Forward Collision Warning: Set to Early.
If you want to enable parental controls:
1. With your vehicle in Park, touch Controls > Safety > Parental Controls on the touchscreen.
2. Enable or configure the parental controls you want to use:
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◦ Reduce Acceleration: Limits the vehicle Acceleration to Chill.
◦ Require Safety Features: Enables various safety features in the vehicle (if equipped). Drivers cannot change these
settings while parental controls are active.
◦ Send Curfew Notifications: Turns on curfew notifications from 11 PM to 4 AM. When someone shifts the vehicle to Drive
after the start of curfew, a notification is sent through the Tesla mobile app to all phone keys paired with the vehicle,
notifying users that Cybertruck is in use.
3. Touch Confirm.
4. Enter a PIN.
NOTE: Drivers must re-enter the PIN from Parental Controls to disable the restrictions. Touch Driver Profile > Parental
Controls to re-enter the PIN.
PIN to Drive
For an added layer of security, prevent Cybertruck from being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) is
entered. To enable this setting, touch Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive and follow the on-screen prompts to create a driving
PIN.
When enabled, in addition to entering the 4-digit driving PIN to drive, you must also use it to enter Valet mode for the first
time and create the 4-digit valet PIN to enter and exit Valet mode. In Valet mode, Cybertruck can be driven without the need
for the valet to enter a driving PIN. The PIN to Drive setting is disabled whenever Valet mode is active.
If you forget your driving PIN, touch the link to enter your Tesla login credentials on the PIN to Drive popup, then follow the
instructions on the touchscreen.
NOTE: In the unlikely event that your touchscreen is unresponsive, you may be unable to enter the PIN. In this case, first try to
restart the touchscreen (see Restarting the Touchscreen on page 181). If the touchscreen is still unresponsive, you can still
bypass PIN to Drive by turning on Keyless Driving in the Tesla mobile app.
Glovebox PIN
Protect the contents in your glovebox with a 4-digit PIN (not related to PIN to Drive). To enable, touch Controls > Safety >
Glovebox PIN and follow the directions on the touchscreen. When enabled, you are prompted to enter the PIN to open the
glovebox. Select the toggle to disable and then enter the PIN to remove this added security protection.
If you forget your glovebox PIN, reset it by entering your Tesla login credentials, then follow the directions on the touchscreen.
NOTE: Using a Glovebox PIN allows the glovebox to be opened even when Cybertruck is in Valet mode.
Speed Limit Mode
Speed Limit Mode allows you to limit acceleration and maximum driving speed to a chosen value between 50 and 120 mph (80
and 193 km/h). The first time you use this feature, you must create a 4-digit PIN that you must use to enable and disable
Speed Limit Mode. When enabled and the driving speed approaches within approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) of the maximum
speed, a chime sounds, the touchscreen displays a message, and Cybertruck sends a notification to the mobile app. You can
also touch Security > Speed Limit Mode to enable from the Tesla mobile app. To enable Speed Limit Mode:
1. Ensure Cybertruck is in Park.
2. Touch Controls > Safety > Speed Limit Mode on the touchscreen.
3. Select the maximum driving speed.
4. Drag the slider to the On position.
5. Enter the 4-digit PIN that you want to use to enable and disable Speed Limit Mode.
NOTE: If you forget the PIN, you can disable Speed Limit Mode by entering login credentials for your Tesla account.
NOTE: While Speed Limit Mode is enabled, the acceleration setting automatically sets to Chill.
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WARNING: Speed Limit Mode is not a replacement for good judgment, driver training, and the need to closely monitor
speed limits and driving conditions. Accidents occur at any speed and it is your responsibility to drive safely.
Trailer Alarm

When enabled, Cybertruck sounds an alarm if the vehicle detects the trailer is being unplugged while Trailer Mode is active
and the vehicle is locked.
Clear Browser Data
You can clear your vehicle's browser data (like you would on a computer or smartphone) by navigating to Controls > Service >
Clear Browser Data. This is useful for many situations, such erasing settings or searches from another driver.
Check the boxes on the touchscreen popup to exclude bookmarks and/or history for your convenience.

Dashcam
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may not be
equipped with Dashcam or the features may not operate exactly as described. It is your sole responsibility to consult and
comply with all local regulations and property restrictions regarding the use of cameras.
Dashcam records video footage of your vehicle's surroundings while driving. Use Dashcam to record driving incidents or other
notable events, like you would for an external dashcam on other vehicles.
The Dashcam icon is located in the app launcher. You can add the Dashcam app to the bottom bar for easy access (see
Customizing My Apps on page 183). When Cybertruck is in Park, touching the Dashcam icon displays the Viewer (see
Viewing Video Recordings on page 87).

To protect your privacy, video recordings are saved locally to a formatted USB flash drive's onboard memory. Recordings are
not sent to Tesla. Cybertruck does not record videos when Dashcam is Off.
How to Use Dashcam
1. Format a USB flash drive. Dashcam requires a properly formatted USB drive inserted in your vehicle's USB port to store and
retrieve footage. There are two ways to format the flash drive if needed:
◦ Format the flash drive with Cybertruck. Insert the flash drive into the USB port and navigate to Controls > Safety >
Format USB Drive.
◦ Format the flash drive on a computer. See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 87 for more
information.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into your vehicle's USB port, preferably the one in the glovebox .
3. Enable Dashcam by touching Controls > Dashcam. Dashcam allows you to choose how and when footage is saved. You can
choose between:
◦ Auto: Dashcam automatically saves a recording to the USB drive when Cybertruck detects a safety-critical event, such
as a collision or airbag deployment. When Auto is selected, detection can vary and is subject to your vehicle's power,
sleep, and Autopilot state.
NOTE: Several factors determine whether Dashcam automatically saves a recording of a safety-critical event (for
example, amount of force, whether or not airbags deploy, etc.). Do not rely on Dashcam to automatically record all
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◦ Manual: You must manually touch the Dashcam icon to save a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage.
◦ On Honk: When you press the horn, Dashcam saves a recording of the most recent ten minutes of footage. You can
enable this along with Auto or Manual simultaneously.
4. Once enabled, the Dashcam icon indicates when footage is saved. You can also view the status of the Dashcam icon in
Controls:

The icon changes to show the status of Dashcam:
RECORDING: Dashcam is recording. To save video footage, touch the icon. To pause recording, press and
hold the icon.

AVAILABLE: Dashcam Is available but not actively recording. Touch the dashcam icon to start recording
footage.

PAUSED: Dashcam is on, but not currently recording or saving anything. This may happen while the viewer is
launched, for example.

BUSY: Dashcam is in the process of loading, saving, or overwriting footage. While dashcam is busy, footage
is not being captured and recorded.

SAVED: Footage is saved. You can also save Dashcam clips by touching the Dashcam icon in the app
launcher while Driving.

5. When your desired footage is saved, view the clips on the touchscreen or a computer:
◦ Touchscreen: Ensure Cybertruck is in Park and touch the Dashcam icon in the app launcher. Videos are organized by
timestamp. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 87 for more information.
◦ Computer: Insert the USB flash drive into a computer and navigate to the TeslaCam folder. Videos are organized by
timestamp. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 87 for more information.
6. To turn Dashcam off, navigate to Controls > Dash cam > Off. If set to Auto, Manual, or On Honk, Dashcam automatically
enables (but may not be actively saving footage, depending on your preferences) every time you drive.

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Sentry Mode
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may not be
equipped with Sentry Mode or the features may not operate exactly as described. It is your sole responsibility to consult and
comply with all local regulations and property restrictions regarding the use of cameras.
When enabled, your vehicle's cameras remain powered on and ready to record suspicious activity around your vehicle when
Cybertruck is locked and in Park. Think of Sentry Mode as an intelligent vehicle security system that alerts you when it detects
possible threats nearby.
If a threat is detected or the vehicle sensors determine there is a lot of jerky movement like when getting towed or shaken,
Sentry Mode:
• Pulses the headlights.
• Sounds the alarm.
• Displays a message on the touchscreen that indicates cameras may be recording to inform individuals outside of the
vehicles.
• Alerts you of the alarm on the mobile app.
• Saves footage of the event to a USB drive (if installed).
Sentry Mode is disabled by default. You can use voice commands or the Tesla mobile app to easily enable or disable Sentry
Mode. To enable Sentry Mode using voice commands, say "Keep Tesla safe," "Keep my car safe," "Sentry on," or "Enable
Sentry" (see Voice Commands on page 6).
Sentry Mode requires your Battery to be at least 20% charged. If the Battery falls below 20%, Sentry Mode turns off and the
mobile app sends you a notification. Power consumption may increase when Sentry Mode is active.
NOTE: When Sentry Mode is enabled, the Security Alarm settings (Controls > Safety > Security Alarm) are not available.
CAUTION: Do not rely on Sentry Mode to protect Cybertruck from all possible security threats. Sentry Mode uses many
factors to determine whether to activate the security alarm. All impacts may not be detected and the alarm may not
activate in all situations. While it may help deter some threats, no security system can prevent all attacks.
NOTE: Sentry Mode only sends notifications to the mobile app when the alarm is triggered or sudden jerky motions are
detected by the vehicle. If Sentry Mode doesn't consider an event a clear threat, the vehicle records footage but doesn't
trigger the alarm.
How to Use Sentry Mode (With a USB Flash Drive)
1. Sentry Mode requires a properly formatted USB drive inserted in your vehicle's USB port. There are two ways to format the
USB drive:
◦ Insert the USB drive into the USB port and navigate to Controls > Format USB Drive. Your vehicle automatically formats
the USB drive for you.
◦ Format the USB drive on a computer. See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 87 for more
information.
2. Insert the USB drive into the vehicle's USB port, preferrable the one in the glove box.
3. With your vehicle in Park, enable Dashcam by navigating to Controls > Safety > Dashcam (Dashcam must be enabled for
Sentry Mode to work).
4. Touch Controls > Sentry Mode > On. Once enabled, the Sentry Mode icon turns red.

When enabled, Sentry Mode is idle, ready to sound the alarm and save a recording of the security event if triggered. See
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5. To silence the security alarm and audio system when the alarm is triggered, navigate to Controls > Safety > Disable Sentry
Sounds. When enabled, Sentry Mode still sends a notification through the mobile app and saves the last 10 minutes
footage.
6. To manually enable/disable Sentry Mode until the next drive, touch the Sentry Mode icon. Sentry Mode is Off when the
icon is no longer red.

Turn Sentry Mode Off in Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode to disable for more than one drive cycle.
How to Use Sentry Mode (Without a USB Flash Drive)
When Sentry mode is enabled and a security event is detected but without a USB drive plugged into a USB port, your vehicle
alerts you through the mobile app, without any camera recordings.
Sentry Mode Settings
• Exclude specific locations
In Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode, you can determine if you want Sentry Mode to not enable in certain locations (see
Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations on page 98 for more information):
◦ Exclude Home: Sentry Mode does not automatically enable at the location set as Home in your Favorites list.
◦ Exclude Work: Sentry Mode does not automatically enable at the location set as Work in your Favorites list.
◦ Exclude Favorites: Sentry Mode does not automatically enable at any location in your Favorites list.
NOTE: To recognize a location listed as Home, Work, or a Favorite, Cybertruck must be parked within approximately
1,640 feet (500 meters) of the saved location.
To set up your Home or Work location, touch Navigate > Set Home/Set Work. To set up a Favorite, touch the star when
viewing an address on the map. Manually turning Sentry Mode on or off using the touchscreen or the mobile app overrides
your Home, Work, or Favorite exclusion preferences until your next drive.
• Set Camera-Based Detection
When Camera-Based Detection is enabled, Sentry Mode uses the vehicle’s external cameras in addition to vehicle sensors
to detect a security event while parked. If disabled, your vehicle only saves clips to the USB drive if a physical threat is
detected. To adjust, touch Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode > Camera-Based Detection.
• View Live Camera
NOTE: View Live Camera requires the Tesla mobile app installed on a phone that has been paired as a key to Cybertruck.
When Sentry Mode is enabled, use the mobile app to remotely view the area surrounding Cybertruck as seen through the
exterior cameras. To enable, touch Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode > View Live Camera via Mobile App on the touchscreen
to see what Sentry Mode records in real-time. Ensure there are no occupants in the vehicle and all doors are locked. Then,
on the mobile app, navigate to Safety > Sentry Mode > View Live Camera.
When View Live Camera is actively in use, Cybertruck periodically flashes its exterior lights and displays a message on the
touchscreen to notify others that the area surrounding the vehicle is being viewed through the cameras.
View Live Camera is limited to approximately one hour (or 15 minutes for some regions) of cumulative usage per day.
If Cybertruck is equipped with a pedestrian warning speaker (see Pedestrian Warning System on page 49), you can press
and hold the microphone button on the mobile app to transmit your voice through this speaker.
You can also enable Dog Mode at the same time and switch the live camera view to see through the interior camera on the
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NOTE: If Dog and Sentry are enabled at the same time, Sentry defaults to Disable Sentry Sounds to protect your pet if the
alarm sounds while they are in your vehicle.
NOTE: Video quality can vary depending on network connectivity. No audio is captured.
NOTE: The live camera feed is fully encrypted and cannot be accessed by Tesla.
See Viewing Video Recordings on page 87 for more information on viewing Sentry Mode footage.
NOTE: When the internal storage reaches full capacity, new recordings overwrite the older recordings.

USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos
Some features require you to use a USB drive (for example, Dashcam, Sentry Mode) that meet these requirements:
• Minimum storage capacity of 64 GB. Use a USB drive with as much available storage as possible. Video footage can
occupy a large amount of space.
• A sustained write speed of at least 4 MB/s. Note that sustained write speed differs from peak write speed.
• USB 2.0 compatible. If using a USB 3.0 drive, it must also support USB 2.0.
• Properly formatted (either automatically or manually on page 87).
NOTE: In some market regions you can purchase recommended USB drives on http://www.tesla.com.
Automatically Formatting a USB Drive
Insert the USB drive into a front USB port that supports the ability to format, save, and view video footage (see Interior
Electronics on page 191). Then, touch Controls > Safety > Format USB Drive. This automatically formats the USB drive as
exFAT and creates folders for TeslaCam. The USB drive is now ready to record and save video footage.
Format USB Drive is available only when a USB drive (with one or fewer partitions) is inserted into a front USB port. Choosing
Format USB Drive erases any existing content on the USB drive. Before using this feature, move any content you want to keep
to a different device.
Manually Formatting a USB Drive
If Cybertruck is unable to format the USB drive, format it using a computer:
1. Format the USB drive as exFAT, MS-DOS FAT (for Mac), ext3, or ext4 (NTFS is currently not supported).
2. Create a base-level folder titled TeslaCam. You can use one USB drive for Dashcam, Sentry Mode, and audio files, but you
must create separate partitions or folders on the exFAT USB drive.
3. Once formatted, insert the USB drive into the glovebox USB port (if equipped), otherwise use a front USB port in the center
console. Do not use a rear USB port because they can only charge devices. It may take a few seconds for Cybertruck to
recognize the USB drive.
4. Once recognized, ensure icons for Dashcam and Sentry Mode are available when you touch Controls. Cybertruck is now
ready to record videos.
NOTE: You may need to first enable Sentry Mode by touching Controls > Sentry.
Viewing Video Recordings
If footage is saved, you can view the clips on the touchscreen or a computer.
When the USB drive runs out of storage space, video footage can no longer be saved. To prevent the USB drive from getting
full, regularly move saved videos to another device and delete them from the USB drive.
When enabled, Dashcam and Sentry Mode records footage in cycles. Footage is continuously overwritten unless you save it.
You must save your desired footage to view it, otherwise the footage is erased and overwritten. See Sentry Mode on page 85
and Dashcam on page 83 for information on saving footage. Four videos are recorded for each saved clip, one from each
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Viewing on the Touchscreen

You can view recorded footage on the touchscreen when Cybertruck is in Park. Touch the Dashcam icon located in the app
launcher. The tabs display a list of all video clips, organized by location and timestamp. Pause, rewind, fast forward, and delete
clips as needed. Swipe to the right or press and hold to quickly delete certain clips.
Navigate to Controls > Safety > Delete Dashcam Clips to delete all Dashcam and Sentry Mode footage.
NOTE: Dashcam recording pauses when you launch the Viewer.
Viewing on a Computer

Insert the USB drive into a computer and navigate to the TeslaCam folder.
The TeslaCam folder contains these sub-folders:
• RecentClips: Contains up to 60 minutes of recorded content.
• SavedClips: Contains all recordings that are saved and renamed from the RecentClips folder.
• SentryClips: Contains recordings from all Sentry Mode security events. If storage space on the USB drive becomes limited,
the oldest Sentry Clips are deleted to provide space for new ones. Once deleted, you cannot retrieve them.

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Operating Climate Controls
Overview of Climate Controls
Climate controls are available at the bottom of the touchscreen. By default, climate control is set to Auto, which maintains
optimum comfort in all but the most severe weather conditions. When you adjust the cabin temperature while in the Auto
setting, the system automatically adjusts the heating, air conditioning, air distribution, and fan speed to maintain the cabin at
your selected temperature.
Touch the displayed temperature at the bottom of the touchscreen to access the main climate controls screen, where you can
adjust your climate preferences. You can return to Auto at any time by touching Auto. Touch the power button on the main
climate controls screen to toggle on or off. For quick access to common controls, touch < or > to display the climate popup.
NOTE: The climate control system is powered by the high voltage Battery. Therefore, prolonged use decreases driving range.
WARNING: To avoid burns resulting from prolonged use, individuals who have peripheral neuropathy, or whose capacity
to feel pain is limited because of diabetes, age, neurological injury, or some other condition, should exercise caution
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Climate Popup
Touch the temperature arrows on the bottom of the touchscreen to display a popup for easy access to some of the most
common climate controls:
NOTE: For one-touch access to seat heaters and defrosters, you can add these controls to My Apps. See Customizing My
Apps on page 4.
1. Touch to access the main climate controls screen.
2. Enable or disable the front or rear windshield defrosters.
3. Modify the cabin temperature by dragging the slider. You can also enable temperature splitting which allows the driver and
front passenger to customize their own climate preferences. The front passenger can touch the temperature icon on the
bottom of the touchscreen or the main climate controls screen to adjust. Touch Split again to disable climate splitting.
Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp
The Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp settings allow you to keep the climate control system running when in Park, even after
you've left Cybertruck or choose to stay inside the vehicle. These settings are useful when it is important to maintain the cabin
temperature in hot or cold weather conditions. For example, when leaving groceries in Cybertruck on hot days, you may want
to use Keep Climate On to prevent spoilage.
Dog is designed to maintain a comfortable cabin temperature for your pet while you actively and frequently monitor this
temperature using the mobile app (which requires both your phone and the vehicle to have cellular connectivity). When in Dog,
the touchscreen displays the current cabin temperature to inform people passing by that your pet is safe. This setting is not
intended for people, and should only be used for short periods of time while you stay in close proximity should you need to
return to the vehicle in situations where the temperature can no longer be maintained.
Camp allows you to power electronics through the USB ports and low voltage outlet in addition to maintaining the cabin
temperature. The touchscreen remains on so you can play music, browse the internet, play games in the arcade, or watch
shows in Tesla Theater. You can also control media and climate settings from a paired phone. Camp is ideal for remaining
inside your vehicle, such as camping or staying with a child. While active, Sentry Mode and the vehicle alarm system are
disabled. Walk-Away Door Lock is inactive.
To operate Keep Climate On, Dog, or Camp:
1. Make sure the Battery's charge level is at least 20%.
2. Engage Park. The Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp settings are available only when Cybertruck is in Park.
3. If necessary, adjust the climate settings.
4. On the climate controls screen, touch Keep Climate On, Dog, or Camp.
NOTE: You can also control Dog and Camp from the mobile app, by swiping up from the gray bar on the Climate screen.
The climate control system attempts to maintain your climate settings until you shift out of Park or manually turn it off. Avoid
using Keep Climate On, Dog, or Camp when the Battery's charge level is low. If the Battery's charge level drops below 20%,
the Tesla mobile app attempts to repeatedly send notifications reminding you to check on anything that you have left in
Cybertruck.
NOTE: Software updates cannot be performed when Keep Climate On, Dog, or Camp is active.
WARNING: Never leave a child unattended in your vehicle.
WARNING: Check local laws for any restrictions on leaving pets unattended in your vehicle.
WARNING: You are responsible for the safety of your dog or pet. Never leave them in Cybertruck for long periods of
time. Constantly monitor the vehicle temperature and their well-being. Make sure you have sufficient cellular coverage
on your phone and time to return to the vehicle, if necessary.
WARNING: In the unlikely event that your climate control system needs service or is not working as expected, avoid
using Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp. Never rely on your vehicle to protect something irreplaceable.
WARNING: You can adjust and monitor the climate control system remotely using the mobile app. However, if you use
the mobile app to turn off the climate control system, Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp stop operating.
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Cabin Overheat Protection
Cabin Overheat Protection prevents the cabin from getting too hot in scorching ambient conditions. While not necessary to
activate whenever you leave Cybertruck, the climate control system can reduce and maintain the temperature of your vehicle’s
cabin. This can prevent the cabin from getting too hot after leaving it parked in the sun, making the vehicle more comfortable
when you return. Cabin Overheat Protection may take up to 15 minutes to enable once you exit the vehicle. This feature is
intended for passenger comfort and has no impact on the reliability of your vehicle's components.
To turn on, touch Controls > Safety > Cabin Overheat Protection and choose:
• On: The air conditioning operates when the cabin temperature exceeds 105° F (40° C). Customizing temperatures may
require the most recent version of the mobile app.
• Off: Disables Cabin Overheat Protection.
You can also enable Cabin Overheat Protection remotely through the mobile app by touching Climate. Swipe up on the bottom
menu and select a setting under Cabin Overheat Protection (see Mobile App on page 18).
Cabin Overheat Protection operates until 12 hours has elapsed once you exit Cybertruck, or until the Battery energy drops
below 20%, whichever comes first. Using Cabin Overheat Protection requires energy from the Battery, which may decrease
range.
WARNING: Due to automatic shut-off, extreme outside conditions, or other potential inability to maintain the selected
temperature, the inside of the vehicle can become dangerously hot, even when Cabin Overheat Protection is enabled. If
you experience temperatures exceeding the selected temperature repeatedly, contact Tesla service.
WARNING: Never leave children or pets in the vehicle unattended. Due to automatic shut-off or extreme outside
conditions, the inside of the vehicle can become dangerously hot, even when Cabin Overheat Protection is enabled.
Climate Control Operating Tips
• When you use the mobile app to turn on the climate control system, it automatically turns off when the charge level drops
to 20%, or if two hours has passed. To cool or heat the cabin for a longer period of time, charge the vehicle and re-enable
your climate control preference through the mobile app.
• You may hear the sound of the climate system inside the cabin of Cybertruck when Parked. It makes a low fan noise. The
climate system attempts to dry itself out to minimize additional moisture or musty odors. This is a normal operation and not
a cause for concern.
• If the climate control system is louder than you prefer, manually reduce the fan speed.
• In addition to cooling the interior, the air conditioning compressor also cools the Battery. Therefore, in hot weather, the air
conditioning compressor can turn on even if you turned it off. This is normal because the system’s priority is to cool the
Battery to ensure it stays within an optimum temperature range to support longevity and optimum performance.
• Even when not in use, you may hear Cybertruck emit a whining noise or the sound of water circulating. These sounds are
normal and occur when the internal cooling systems turn on to support various vehicle functions, such as maintaining the
low voltage battery and balancing the temperature of the high voltage Battery.
• To ensure the climate control system operates efficiently, close all windows and ensure that the exterior grille in front of the
windshield is free of ice, snow, leaves, and other debris.
• In very humid conditions, it is normal for the windshield to fog slightly when you first turn on the air conditioning.
• It is normal for a small pool of water to form under Cybertruck when parked. Extra water produced by the dehumidifying
process is drained underneath.
• To reduce the temperature in the cabin in hot weather conditions, the fan may turn on to vent the cabin when the vehicle is
parked. This occurs only if the battery's charge level is above 20%.

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Cold Weather Best Practices
To ensure that Cybertruck provides you with the best ownership experience possible in harsh cold weather conditions, follow
these best practices.
Before Driving
When snow and ice accumulate on your vehicle, moving parts, such as the doors, windows, mirrors, and the wiper can freeze
in place. To achieve maximum range and performance, it is helpful to warm the cabin and Battery before driving. There are
several ways to do so:
• Touch Controls > Schedule (also available on both the charging and climate control screens) to set a time when you want
your vehicle to be ready to drive (see Scheduled Precondition and Charge on page 115).
• In the mobile app, navigate to Climate to customize the temperature at which you want to heat the cabin. This also warms
the high voltage Battery as needed.
• In the mobile app, navigate to Climate to melt snow, ice, and frost on the windshield, charge port, windows, and mirrors.
This also warms the high voltage Battery as needed.
NOTE: Tesla recommends activating climate settings at least 30-45 minutes before departure (see Operating Climate
Controls on page 372). Preconditioning times depend on outside temperature and other factors. The mobile app will notify
you once your vehicle has reached the desired preconditioning temperature.
Charge Port

If your charge port latch freezes in place and a charging cable becomes stuck in the charge port, try manually releasing the
charge cable. See Manually Releasing Charge Cable on page 404.
You can also prevent the occurrence of a charge port latch freezing in place by using the Schedule settings (see Scheduled
Precondition and Charge on page 115).
NOTE: If your charge port latch is frozen in place, it may not lock the charging cable in place when inserted, but it can still
charge at a slow AC rate even if the latch is not engaged.
Charging

By using Trip Planner to navigate to a Tesla charging location, Cybertruck pre-heats the high voltage Battery to ensure when
you arrive at the charger, the temperature of the Battery is optimal and ready to charge. This reduces the amount of time it
takes to charge. See (see Trip Planner on page 101).
NOTE: Tesla recommends using Trip Planner to navigate to a charging location for at least 30-45 minutes before arrival to
ensure optimal Battery temperature and charging conditions. If the drive to the charging location is less than 30-45 minutes,
consider preconditioning the Battery before driving (see Before Driving on page 92).
Windows

In the mobile app, go to Climate and select Defrost Truck, which helps melt snow, ice, and frost on the windshield, windows,
and mirrors.
Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment for Tesla to provide hydrophobic coating to the side and rear windows
(not the front windshield) for a nominal fee.
Mirrors

If ice buildup is expected when parking, turn off Auto-Fold Mirrors. Touch Controls > Auto-Fold. Ice can prevent exterior side
mirrors from folding or unfolding.
NOTE: Side mirrors automatically heat as needed during preconditioning, or when the rear defroster is turned on.
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