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• Press the right scroll wheel on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel)
• Push the Autopilot stalk away from you once.
• Take over and steer manually.
When you disengage Full Self-Driving (Supervised) by steering manually, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control remains active.
In addition, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) will disengage if any of the following occurs:
• You shift out of Drive.
• A door or trunk is opened.
• There is an Automatic Emergency Braking event (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 636).
• The driver's seatbelt is released, and/or the driver gets out of their seat.
• You do not respond to repeated reminders to keep your hands on the wheel and subsequent messages on the instrument
clustertouchscreen.
• Full Self-Driving (Supervised) becomes unavailable. This can happen for a number of reasons (for example, if a camera
becomes obscured). If Full Self-Driving (Supervised) disengages, an alert will appear on the instrument clustertouchscreen
to notify you and a chime will sound. If this happens, take control of steering immediately.
When driver intervention is required, it is best to safely disengage as soon as possible. It is recommended to practice
disengaging from Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in safe environment without other road users so you may become familiar with
the process.
While Using Full Self-Driving (Supervised)
Full Self-Driving (Supervised) changes lanes, makes left and right turns, follows on- and off-ramps, and takes forks in the road
as necessary to reach the destination.
WARNING: NEVER make assumptions and predict when and where Full Self-Driving (Supervised) will stop or continue
through an intersection or road marking. From a driver's perspective, the behavior of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) may
appear inconsistent. Always pay attention to the roadway and be prepared to take immediate action. It is the driver's
responsibility to determine whether to stop or continue through an intersection. Never depend on Full Self-Driving
(Supervised) to determine when it is safe and/or appropriate to stop or continue through an intersection.
Like Autosteer and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) maintains your speed and following distance
from the vehicle ahead of Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, if there is one. Full Self-Driving (Supervised) also slows down and
stops at traffic lights and stop signs as necessary, and reacts to pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles on the road.
For example, if you are driving on a residential street and another vehicle backs out of a driveway ahead of
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) slows down or stops as appropriate. If the other vehicle stops
backing out while partially blocking the driving lane, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) slows down and maneuvers around the
other vehicle if the width of the lane allows it.
When the traffic in front of you is slowing down, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) shows blue arrows in the driving lane and slows
down to maintain an appropriate following distance from the vehicle ahead of you. When you are driving on the highway, Full
Self-Driving (Supervised) displays a message on the instrument clustertouchscreen to inform you when an action (such as a
lane change) is being taken.
WARNING: In rare cases, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) may not appropriately slow down, come to a stop, or resume
control for a stop sign or traffic light. You may assist the system by lightly applying the accelerator, or can override Full
Self-Driving (Supervised) at any time.
Changing Lanes

To tell Full Self-Driving (Supervised) to change lanes while on a multi-lane roadway, engage the right or left turn signal. On city
or residential streets, engaging the right or left turn signal tells Full Self-Driving (Supervised) to make a right or left turn,
respectively.
Unlike Navigate on Autopilot, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) does not require confirmation before a lane change. To cancel a
lane change or turn, cancel the turn signal or intervene with the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) or other
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To be notified by a Chime, Vibration, or Both of upcoming lane changes (in addition to the notification on the instrument
clustertouchscreen), touch Controls > Autopilot > Full Self-Driving (Supervised) and then select a Lane Change Notification.
Changing the Set Speed

While Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is active, move the Autopilot stalk up to increase, or down to decrease, the set speed until
the instrument panel displays your desired cruising speed.
While Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is active, roll the right scroll wheel up to increase, or down to decrease, the set speed.
NOTE: In some cases, your speed is limited by the speed limit, the type of roadway, or the flow of traffic. If this is the case, Full
Self-Driving (Supervised) displays a message at the top of the visualization.
Arriving at Your Destination
Once you reach your destination, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) stops Model SModel XModel 3Model Y and displays a
message indicating that navigation is complete.
Driver Attentiveness
Like other Autopilot features, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) requires driver attentiveness. Your hands must be on the steering
wheel at all times while Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is engaged, and you must monitor your surroundings, the road, and other
road users.
WARNING: The use of devices designed to circumvent driver attentiveness is a violation of the terms of use for Full SelfDriving (Supervised) and may result in the feature being permanently disabled on your vehicle and a ban on future use of
the feature.
Full Self-Driving (Supervised) periodically displays a message reminding the driver to apply slight force to the steering wheel:
Apply slight turning force to steering wheel

If Model SModel XModel 3Model Y does not detect slight turning force on the steering wheel, the instrument
clustertouchscreen flashes and eventually chimes repeatedly. Do not use handheld devices while using Full Self-Driving
(Supervised). If the cabin camera detects a handheld device while Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is engaged, the instrument
clustertouchscreen displays a message reminding you to keep your hands on the wheel.
Similarly, the cabin camera monitors your continued attentiveness when using Full Self-Driving (Supervised). This system
cannot be disabled. The instrument clustertouchscreen displays a message reminding you to pay attention if you repeatedly
look away from the road, obstruct the camera, or prevent the system from identifying your gaze.
If you repeatedly ignore prompts to apply slight force to the steering wheel or to pay attention, Full Self-Driving (Supervised)
disables for the rest of the drive and displays the following message requesting you to drive manually. If you don't resume
manual steering, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) sounds a continuous chime, turns on the warning flashers, and slows the
vehicle to a complete stop.
Autopilot unavailable for current drive. Autopilot Strikeout - Attention warnings ignored.

Autopilot Suspension
Use of Autopilot features will be suspended if improper usage is detected.
Use of Autosteer and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is suspended for a week when you or another driver of your vehicle
receives fivefivefivethreethree Autopilot "strikeouts." A strikeout is when the Autopilot system disengages for the remainder
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You can see how many strikeouts are remaining before Autopilot access is suspended by touching Controls > Autopilot.
A strikeout is forgiven after 7 days, as long as you don't receive another strikeout in that time.
NOTE: If your access to Autosteer and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is suspended, you also lose access to Autopark.
However, you can still use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and all active safety features are still enabled.
There may be occasions where driver intervention is required and you must take over immediately to maintain safe driving.
Driver-initiated disengagements do not count as improper usage and are expected from the driver.

Autopark
This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured
as of approximately October 2022.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software
update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately October 2022.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it
is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately September 2023.This feature may be
temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately
January 2023.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles
manufactured as of approximately late May 2023.
Autopark uses data to simplify parking on public roads by maneuvering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into parallel and
perpendicular parking spaces.
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as environmental
conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
WARNING: Autopark's performance depends on the ability of the cameras and sensors (if equipped) to determine the
vehicle's proximity to curbs, objects, and other vehicles.
WARNING: Do not use Autopark if anything, such as a ball hitch, bike rack, or trailer, is attached to the tow hitch.
Autopark may not stop for hitches when parking between or in front of other vehicles.
Parameters
Autopark detects potential parking spaces based on the following parameters:
Perpendicular Parking
• Your driving speed must be below 8 mph (13 km/h). If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately detect your
desired parking space.
• The parking space must be at least 7.2 feet (2.2 meters) wide.
• The parking space must have at least three visible lines for the vehicle to park into, such as parking lines, road markings, or
distinct curbs. Autopark may not work in a garage, for example, without three visible parking lines.
• Autopark may not work with textured road surfaces such as cobblestone or brick.
Parallel Parking
• Your driving speed must be below 13 mph (21 km/h). If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately detect your
desired parking space.
• There must be a vehicle in front of the space you want to park in.
• A distinct curb or edge must be visible. Autopark may not correctly identify the parking space if the curb is not distinct,
such as grass or dirt.
NOTE: Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces.
Parameters
Autopark detects potential perpendicular parking spaces that are at least 9.5 feet (2.9 meters) wide with a vehicle parked on
each side.
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Your vehicle speed must be below 13 mph (21 km/h) for parallel parking spaces, and 8 mph (13 km/h) for perpendicular parking
spaces. If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately detect your desired parking space.
NOTE: Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces.
To Use Autopark
When driving, follow these steps to allow Autopark to maneuver Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into a parking space:
1. While driving slowly, monitor the instrument clustertouchscreen to see potential parking spaces detected by Autopilot.
When Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is positioned such that it can reverse into one of the detected locations, the
instrument clustertouchscreen displays a parking icon.

NOTE: The parking icon appears only if the vehicle's position and/or the circumstances of the surrounding area are such
that Autopark can determine an appropriate driving path. If Autopark cannot determine an appropriate path (for example,
when driving on a narrow street where moving into the parking space causes the front of the vehicle to extend into the
adjacent lane), you can either reposition the vehicle, find a different parking space, or park manually.
NOTE: If the Autopark icon does not appear for potential parking spaces when driving at the indicated speed, it is possible
that Autopark is calibrating. Autopark requires a calibration process when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is new, or
when tires have recently been changed.
2. Choose a spot, check to determine if it is appropriate and safe, then pull forward and stop approximately one car length
ahead of the parking space (as you normally would when parallel parking or when backing into a perpendicular parking
space).
3. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), shift Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into Reverse, then
touch Start on the touchscreen.
4. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), shift Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into Reverse, then
touch Start on the touchscreen.
5. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), then touch and hold Autopark in the drive mode strip on the
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6. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), then touch and hold Autopark in the drive mode strip on the
touchscreen. You can release the button once Autopark engages.
7. Autopark displays a message when parking is complete.
If you press the brake pedal when Autopark is actively parking Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, the parking process pauses
until you touch Resume on the touchscreen.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopark to find a parking space that is legal, suitable, and safe. Autopark may not always
detect objects in the parking space. Always perform visual checks to confirm that a parking space is appropriate and
safe.
WARNING: When Autopark is actively steering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y:
• Do not interfere with the movement of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). Doing so cancels
Autopark.
• Continually check your surroundings. Be prepared to apply the brakes to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects.
• Monitor the touchscreen and instrument paneltouchscreen to ensure that you are aware of the instructions that
Autopark is providing.

To Use Autopark
When driving, follow these steps to allow Autopark to maneuver Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into a parking space:
1. While driving slowly on a public road, monitor the instrument panel to determine when Autopark has detected a parking
space. The instrument panel will display a parking icon if the vehicle detects a potential parking spot.

NOTE: The parking icon appears only if the vehicle's position and/or the circumstances of the surrounding area are such
that Autopark can determine an appropriate driving path. If Autopark cannot determine an appropriate path (for example,
when driving on a narrow street where moving into the parking space causes the front of the vehicle to extend into the
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NOTE: If the Autopark icon does not appear for potential parking spaces when driving at the indicated speed, it is possible
that Autopark is calibrating. Autopark requires a calibration process when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is new, or
when tires have recently been changed (see Calibration on page 604).
2. Choose a spot, check to determine if it is appropriate and safe, then pull forward and stop approximately one car length
ahead of the parking space (as you normally would when parallel parking or when backing into a perpendicular parking
space).
3. Release the steering wheel, shift Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into Reverse, then touch Start Autopark on the
touchscreen.
4. Autopark displays a message when parking is complete.
NOTE: If you press the brake pedal when Autopark is actively parking Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, the parking process
pauses until you touch Resume on the touchscreen.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopark to find a parking space that is legal, suitable, and safe. Autopark may not always
detect objects in the parking space. Always perform visual checks to confirm that a parking space is appropriate and
safe.
WARNING: When Autopark is actively steering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y:
• Do not interfere with the movement of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). Doing so cancels
Autopark.
• Continually check your surroundings. Be prepared to apply the brakes to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects.
• Monitor the touchscreen and instrument panel to ensure that you are aware of the instructions that Autopark is
providing.

Calibration
During a parking sequence, Autopark must maneuver Model SModel XModel 3Model Y with a great deal of precision.
Therefore, before it can be used, Autopark must complete a calibration process. Calibration can take anywhere from 30
minutes to several days, depending on driving behavior. When Autopark is calibrating, a note displays on the Autopilot settings
screen indicating that calibration is in progress. When calibration is complete, this note no longer displays and Autopark is
available for use.
NOTE: Autopark repeats the calibration process whenever tires are changed.
To Pause Parking
To pause Autopark, press the brake pedal once. Model SModel XModel 3Model Y stops and remains stopped until you touch
Resume on the touchscreen.
To Cancel Parking
Autopark cancels the parking sequence when you manually move the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), shift, or
touch Cancel on the touchscreen. Autopark also cancels parking when:
• The parking sequence exceeds seven moves.
• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y detects that the driver is exiting the vehicle.
• A door is opened.
• You press the accelerator pedal.
• You press the brake pedal while Autopark is paused.
• An Automatic Emergency Braking event occurs (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 636).
Limitations
Autopark is particularly unlikely to operate as intended in these situations:
• The road is sloped. Autopark is designed to operate on flat roads only.
• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
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• The curb is constructed of material other than stone, or the curb cannot be detected.
• The target parking space is directly adjacent to a wall or pillar (for example, the last parking space of a row in an
underground parking structure).
• One or more of the sensors (if equipped) or cameras is damaged, dirty, or obstructed (such as by mud, ice, or snow, or by a
vehicle bra, excessive paint, or adhesive products such as wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.).
• Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow, fog, or extremely hot or cold temperatures) are interfering with sensor (if equipped)
operation.
• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves.
WARNING: Many unforeseen circumstances can impair Autopark's ability to park Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.
Keep this in mind and remember that as a result, Autopark may not steer Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
appropriately. Pay attention when parking Model SModel XModel 3Model Y and stay prepared to immediately take
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Autopark
Autopark uses data to simplify parking on public roads by maneuvering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into parallel and
perpendicular parking spaces.
NOTE: Autopark is unavailable when Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is enabled. To use Autopark, enable Autosteer or Full SelfDriving (Supervised) by touching Controls > Autopilot.
If your access to Autosteer and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is suspended, you also lose access to Autopark. For more
information, see Autopilot Suspension on page 565.
WARNING: It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the limitations of Autopark and the situations in which it
may not work as expected. For more information, see Limitations and Warnings on page 623.
WARNING: Do not use Autopark if anything, such as a ball hitch, bike rack, or trailer, is attached to the tow hitch.
Autopark may not stop for hitches when parking between or in front of other vehicles.
CAUTION: Autopark's performance depends on the ability of the cameras to determine the vehicle's proximity to curbs,
objects, and other vehicles. Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using
Autopilot features (see Cleaning a Camera on page 765Cleaning a Camera on page 766Cleaning a Camera on page
766Cleaning a Camera on page 766). Dirty cameras and sensors (if equipped), as well as environmental conditions
such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance. If a camera is obstructed or blinded,
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y displays a message on the instrument clustertouchscreen and Autopilot features may
not be available. For more information on specific alerts, see Troubleshooting Alerts on page 936Troubleshooting Alerts
on page 990.
Parameters
Autopark detects potential parking spaces based on the following parameters:
Perpendicular Parking
• Your driving speed must be below 8 mph (13 km/h). If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately detect your
desired parking space.
• The parking space must be at least as wide as your vehicle.
• The parking space must have at least three visible lines for the vehicle to park into, such as parking lines, road markings, or
distinct curbs. Autopark may not work in a garage, for example, without three visible parking lines.
• Autopark may not work with textured road surfaces such as cobblestone or brick.
Parallel Parking
• Your driving speed must be below 8 mph (13 km/h). If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to accurately detect your
desired parking space.
• There must be a vehicle in front of or behind the space you want to park in.
NOTE: Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces.
To Use Autopark
When driving, follow these steps to allow Autopark to maneuver Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into a parking space:
1. While driving slowly, monitor the instrument clustertouchscreen to see potential parking spaces detected by Autopilot.
When Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is positioned such that it can reverse into one of the detected locations, the
instrument clustertouchscreen displays potential open parking spaces.

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NOTE: The detected parking spaces appear only if the vehicle's position and/or the circumstances of the surrounding area
are such that Autopark can determine an appropriate driving path. If Autopark cannot determine an appropriate path (for
example, when driving on a narrow street where moving into the parking space causes the front of the vehicle to extend
into the adjacent lane), you can either reposition the vehicle, find a different parking space, or park manually.
2. Choose a spot. Check to determine if it is appropriate and safe, then pull forward and stop approximately one car length
ahead of the parking space (as you normally would when parallel parking or when backing into a perpendicular parking
space).
3. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), then touch Start on the touchscreen.
4. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), then touch Start on the touchscreen.
5. Release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), then touch and hold Autopark in the drive mode strip on the
touchscreen. You can release the button once Autopark engages.
6. Autopark displays a message when parking is complete.
If you press the brake pedal when Autopark is actively parking Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, the parking process pauses
until you touch Resume on the touchscreen.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopark to find a parking space that is legal, suitable, and safe. Autopark may not always
detect objects in the parking space. Always perform visual checks to confirm that a parking space is appropriate and
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WARNING: When Autopark is actively steering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y:
• Do not interfere with the movement of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). Doing so cancels
Autopark.
• Continually check your surroundings. Be prepared to apply the brakes to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects.
• Monitor the touchscreen to ensure that you are aware of the instructions that Autopark is providing.

To Use Autopark
When driving, follow these steps to allow Autopark to maneuver Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into a parking space:
1. While driving slowly, monitor the instrument clustertouchscreen to see potential parking spaces detected by Autopilot.
When Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is positioned such that it can reverse into one of the detected locations, the
instrument clustertouchscreen displays potential open parking spaces.

NOTE: The detected parking spaces appear only if the vehicle's position and/or the circumstances of the surrounding area
are such that Autopark can determine an appropriate driving path. If Autopark cannot determine an appropriate path (for
example, when driving on a narrow street where moving into the parking space causes the front of the vehicle to extend
into the adjacent lane), you can either reposition the vehicle, find a different parking space, or park manually.
2. Move the right scroll wheel up or down to select a parking space. Check to determine if it is appropriate and safe, then pull
forward and stop approximately one car length ahead of the parking space (as you normally would when parallel parking or
when backing into a perpendicular parking space).
3. When ready to park, press the right scroll wheel button and release the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).
4. Autopark displays a message when parking is complete.
If you press the brake pedal when Autopark is actively parking Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, the parking process pauses
until you touch Resume on the touchscreen.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopark to find a parking space that is legal, suitable, and safe. Autopark may not always
detect objects in the parking space. Always perform visual checks to confirm that a parking space is appropriate and
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WARNING: When Autopark is actively steering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y:
• Do not interfere with the movement of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). Doing so cancels
Autopark.
• Continually check your surroundings. Be prepared to apply the brakes to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects.
• Monitor the touchscreen and instrument panel to ensure that you are aware of the instructions that Autopark is
providing.

To Pause Parking
To pause Autopark, press the brake pedal once. Model SModel XModel 3Model Y stops and remains stopped until you touch
Resume on the touchscreen.
To Cancel Parking
Autopark cancels the parking sequence when you manually move the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), shift, or
touch Cancel on the touchscreen. Autopark also cancels parking when:
• The parking sequence exceeds seven moves.
• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y detects that the driver is exiting the vehicle.
• A door is opened.
• You press the accelerator pedal.
• You press the brake pedal while Autopark is paused.
• An Automatic Emergency Braking event occurs (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 636).

Summon
This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured
as of approximately October 2022.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software
update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately October 2022.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it
is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately September 2023.This feature may be
temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately
January 2023.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles
manufactured as of approximately late May 2023.
Summon allows you to automatically park and retrieve Model SModel XModel 3Model Y while you are standing outside the
vehicle. Summon moves Model SModel XModel 3Model Y forward and reverse up to 39 ft. (12 meters) in, or out of, a parking
space.
To move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y a longer distance while steering around objects, you can use Smart Summon and
your mobile phone. Smart Summon allows your vehicle to find you (or you can send your vehicle to a chosen location). See
Smart Summon on page 613.
To move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, your phone must be paired via Bluetooth (see Pairing a Phone or Bluetooth Device
on page 359).
Summon requires that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y can detect a valid key nearby.
WARNING: Summon is designed and intended for use only on parking lots and driveways on private property where the
surrounding area is familiar and predictable.
WARNING: Summon is a BETA feature. You must continually monitor the vehicle and its surroundings and stay prepared
to take immediate action at any time. It is the driver's responsibility to use Summon safely, responsibly, and as intended.
For more information about the limitations of Summon and conditions that may interfere with its use, see Warnings and
Limitations on page 623.
Before Using Summon
Before operating Summon, use the touchscreen to enable it and customize how you want it to work. Touch Controls >
Autopilot > Customize Summon and adjust the following settings to suit your preferences:
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• Bumper Clearance: Set the distance that you want Summon to stop from a detected object (for example, you may want
Summon to stop within just a few inches of a garage wall). Note that this distance applies only to objects that Summon
detects directly in front of Model SModel XModel 3Model Y when moving forward, or directly behind
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y when reversing.
• Summon Distance: Set a maximum distance that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y can travel when entering or exiting a
parking space.
• Side Clearance: Choose an option to specify how much side clearance you want to allow. Tight allows
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to enter and exit very narrow parking spaces.
WARNING: Parking in a narrow space limits the ability of the cameras and sensors (if equipped) to accurately detect
the location of obstacles, increasing the risk of damage to Model SModel XModel 3Model Y and/or surrounding
objects.
• Require Continuous Press: By default, Summon requires that you press and hold a button on the mobile app to move
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y during the parking process. When Require Continuous Press is set to No, you can press
and release the button—you don't need to hold it down to keep the vehicle moving. Also, when Require Continuous Press is
set to No, you can operate Summon using the key fob accessory instead of the mobile app (see Operating Summon with
the Key Fob on page 611) and you can start a parking sequence from inside the vehicle (see Starting Summon Before
Exiting the Vehicle on page 612). Also, when Require Continuous Press is set to No, you can operate Summon using the key
fob accessory instead of the mobile app (see Operating Summon with the Key Fob on page 611) and you can start a
parking sequence from inside the vehicle (see Starting Summon Before Exiting the Vehicle on page 612).
• Use Auto HomeLink (if equipped): Set to ON if you want to activate HomeLink to open/close a programmed HomeLink
device (such as a gate or a garage door) during the parking process when using Summon. If enabled, the device
automatically opens and closes when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y enters or exits during a Summon session. In a
Smart Summon session, the device automatically opens when, at the beginning of a session, Smart Summon detects that
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is parked in a garage.
WARNING: Always ensure that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is fully in or out of a garage before HomeLink lowers
the garage door. Summon and Smart Summon cannot detect where an overhead door will lower.
NOTE: When enabled, the HomeLink device automatically opens and closes when using Summon, and automatically opens
as needed when using Smart Summon. To automate HomeLink in other situations (such as normal driving), you must adjust
the HomeLink device's main settings by touching the HomeLink icon at the top of the Controls screen (see Smart Garage
on page 364).
The above settings, with the exception of HomeLink, apply only to Summon—not Smart Summon (see Before Using Smart
Summon on page 613). You cannot customize Smart Summon's bumper clearance, distance, and side clearance. And when
using Smart Summon, you must always hold down the button on the mobile app to keep Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
moving. Also, Smart Summon operates with the mobile app only—not the key fob—not the key fob. All settings are retained
until you manually change them.
Using Summon to Park and Retrieve your Vehicle
Follow these steps to use Summon to park your Model SModel XModel 3Model Y:
• Align Model SModel XModel 3Model Y within 39 ft. (12 meters) of the parking space so Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
can follow a straight path into or out of the space in either Drive or Reverse.
• Ensure Model SModel XModel 3Model Y key fob is in close range.
• Pair your phone with Model SModel XModel 3Model Y via Bluetooth (see Pairing a Phone or Bluetooth Device on page
359). After you pair once, your phone automatically connects to Model SModel XModel 3Model Y every time. Your phone
must be within approximately 6 meters of the vehicle for Summon to work.
• From outside the vehicle, initiate the parking maneuver by touching Summon on the mobile app, then holding down the
Forward or Reverse button.
NOTE: If the Require Continuous Press setting is No, you do not need to hold down the button, just press and release.
NOTE: You can also initiate the parking maneuver from inside the vehicle (see Starting Summon Before Exiting the Vehicle
on page 612).
Summon shifts Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into Drive or Reverse (based on the direction you specified) and drives into
or out of the parking space. When parking is complete, or if an obstacle is detected, Summon shifts Model SModel XModel
3Model Y into Park. Summon shifts Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into Park when:
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• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y detects an obstacle in its driving path (within the Bumper Clearance setting that you
specified).
• Summon has moved Model SModel XModel 3Model Y the maximum distance of 39 ft. (12 meters).
• You release the Forward or Reverse button (when Require Continuous Press is turned on).
• You press any button to manually stop Summon.
If you used Summon to park Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, you can then use Summon to return Model SModel XModel
3Model Y back to its original position (provided Model SModel XModel 3Model Y has remained in Park), or to the maximum
Summon Distance that you have specified (whichever comes first). Simply specify the opposite direction on the mobile app
and Summon moves Model SModel XModel 3Model Y along the original path, provided no obstructions have been introduced.
If an obstacle is detected, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y attempts to avoid the obstacle while staying very close to its
original path (Summon does not steer around obstacles).
NOTE: To use Summon to move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y multiple times in the same direction (not to exceed the
maximum of 39 ft. (12 meters), cancel Summon and then restart the parking process using the same direction.
NOTE: Although Summon can move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y a short distance laterally to avoid an obstacle, it does
not attempt to steer around an obstacle to return Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to its original driving path. Only Smart
Summon can steer Model SModel XModel 3Model Y around objects.
NOTE: Summon requires that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y can detect a valid key nearby.
NOTE: Summon requires that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y can detect an authenticated phone nearby (Canada only).
WARNING: Model SModel XModel 3Model Y cannot detect obstacles that are located lower than the bumper, are very
narrow, or are hanging from a ceiling (for example, bicycles). In addition, many unforeseen circumstances can impair
Summon's ability to move in or out of a parking space and, as a result, Summon may not move Model SModel XModel
3Model Y appropriately. Therefore, you must continually monitor the vehicle's movement and its surroundings and
remain prepared to stop Model SModel XModel 3Model Y at any time.
Operating Summon with the Key Fob

NOTE: Summon may not operate if the battery is low on the key fob accessory.
Follow these steps to park Model SModel XModel 3Model Y from outside the vehicle using the key fob accessory:
1. On the touchscreen, ensure that Require Continuous Press is disabled (touch Controls > Autopilot > Customize Summon >
Require Continuous Press).
2. With Model SModel XModel 3Model Y in Park, stand within 10 ft. (three meters) and press and hold the top center button
on the key fob accessory (Lock/Unlock All button) until the hazard lights blink continuously.
NOTE: The hazard lights flash once as Model SModel XModel 3Model Y locks, then within five seconds,
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y powers on and the hazard lights flash continuously. Do not proceed to the next step until
the hazard lights are flashing. If, after five seconds, the hazard lights are not flashing, release the button on the key fob
accessory, move closer to Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, and try again. If Summon receives no further input within ten
seconds, Summon cancels.
3. Press the Front Trunk button on the key fob accessory to move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y forward into the parking
space, or press the Rear Trunk button to reverse Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into the parking space.
Operating Summon with the Key Fob

NOTE: Summon may not operate if the battery is low on the key fob accessory.
Follow these steps to park Model SModel XModel 3Model Y from outside the vehicle using the key fob accessory:
1. On the touchscreen, ensure that Require Continuous Press is disabled (touch Controls > Autopilot > Customize Summon >
Require Continuous Press).
2. With Model SModel XModel 3Model Y in Park, stand within 10 ft. (three meters) and press and hold the top center button
on the key fob accessory (Lock/Unlock All button) until the hazard lights blink continuously.

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NOTE: The hazard lights flash once as Model SModel XModel 3Model Y locks, then within five seconds,
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y powers on and the hazard lights flash continuously. Do not proceed to the next step until
the hazard lights are flashing. If, after five seconds, the hazard lights are not flashing, release the button on the key fob
accessory, move closer to Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, and try again. If Summon receives no further input within ten
seconds, Summon cancels.
3. Press the Front Trunk button on the key fob accessory to move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y forward into the parking
space, or press the Rear Trunk button to reverse Model SModel XModel 3Model Y into the parking space.
Starting Summon Before Exiting the Vehicle

To start a Summon parking sequence before exiting Model SModel XModel 3Model Y:
1. On the touchscreen, ensure that Require Continuous Press is disabled (touch Controls > Autopilot > Customize Summon >
Require Continuous Press).
2. Close all doors and trunks.
3. With Model SModel XModel 3Model Y powered on and Park engaged, double press the Park button on the drive
stalk.double press the Park button on the drive stalk.double press the scroll button on the right side of the steering
wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).double press the scroll button on the right side of the steering wheelsteering yoke
(or steering wheel). The touchscreen displays a popup screen.
4. On the touchscreen, choose the direction of travel.
5. Exit Model SModel XModel 3Model Y and close the driver's door.
Summon now moves Model SModel XModel 3Model Y according to the direction you specified on the touchscreen.
NOTE: To cancel the parking maneuver before exiting the vehicle, touch Cancel on the popup screen.
NOTE: If you do not choose a direction of travel on the touchscreen, Summon does not start a parking maneuver when you
exit.
Stopping or Canceling Summon

Stop Model SModel XModel 3Model Y at any time while Summon is active by using the mobile app or by pressing any button
on the key fob or by pressing any button on the key fob. Summon also cancels when:
• A door handle is engaged or a door is opened.
• You interact with the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), brake pedal, accelerator pedal, or shift.
• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y detects an obstacle.
• Summon has moved Model SModel XModel 3Model Y the maximum distance of approximately 39 ft. (12 meters).
• Your phone enters sleep mode or loses connectivity to Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.

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Smart Summon
This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured
as of approximately October 2022.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software
update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately October 2022.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it
is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately September 2023.This feature may be
temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles manufactured as of approximately
January 2023.This feature may be temporarily limited or inactive until it is enabled with a future software update for vehicles
manufactured as of approximately late May 2023.
Smart Summon is designed to allow you to move Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to your location (using your phone's GPS as
a target destination) or to a location of your choice, maneuvering around and stopping for objects as necessary. Smart
Summon works with the Tesla mobile app when your phone is located within approximately 213 ft. (65 meters) of
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y. Smart Summon works with the Tesla mobile app when your phone is located within
approximately 20 ft. (6 meters) of Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.
Smart Summon maneuvers Model SModel XModel 3Model Y out of parking spaces and around corners. This is useful for
moving Model SModel XModel 3Model Y out of a tight parking spot, through puddles, or helping you retrieve your car while
carrying packages. You must maintain a clear line of sight between you and Model SModel XModel 3Model Y and closely
monitor the vehicle and its surroundings at all times.
CAUTION: Smart Summon is designed and intended for use only on parking lots and driveways located on private
property where the surrounding area is familiar and predictable. Do not use Smart Summon on public roads.
WARNING: Smart Summon must only be used on paved surfaces.
WARNING: Smart Summon is a BETA feature. You must continually monitor the vehicle and its surroundings and stay
prepared to take immediate action at any time. It is the driver's responsibility to use Smart Summon safely, responsibly,
and as intended. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the limitations of Smart Summon (see Limitations
and Warnings on page 623).