to program.
• Make sure you are pressing the receiver's Learn/Program/Smart button. For instructions on how to put the receiver into
learning mode, refer to the product details provided with your RF device that you are trying to program.
• If you see a screen called "Train the receiver" while programming the device, remember that this is a time-sensitive step.
After pressing the Learn/Program/Smart button on the device's remote control or receiver, you only have approximately 30
seconds to return to your vehicle, press Continue, then press the trained HomeLink device name twice. Consider having
someone assist you with this step.
• Most devices stay in learning mode for only three to five minutes. Immediately after pressing the device's Learn/Program/
Smart button, follow the instructions displayed on the vehicle's touchscreen.
For additional assistance or compatibility questions, contact HomeLink (www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515).

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Starting and Powering Off
Starting
When you open a door to enter Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, the touchscreen powers on and you can operate all controls.
To shift Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, press the brake pedal and swipe up for Drive or down for Reverse on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip (see Shifting on page 402).
If Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically selects Drive or Reverse based on the
detected surroundings . Pressing the brake pedal shifts the vehicle into the selected drive mode displayed on the instrument
paneltouchscreen's drive mode strip (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.
NOTE: To turn Auto Shift out of Park on or off, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Dynamics > Auto Shift out of Park.
Before accelerating when Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, check the instrument paneltouchscreen to make sure that
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 402.
NOTE: If PIN to Drive is enabled (see PIN to Drive on page 651), you must enter a valid PIN on the touchscreen before you can
drive Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.
Everything you need to know when driving Model SModel XModel 3Model Y displays on the instrument paneltouchscreen.
Drive Disabled - Requires Authentication
If Model SModel XModel 3Model Y does not detect a key when you press the brake (a 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 XModel 3Model Y by pressing the brake pedal.

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A number of factors can affect whether Model SModel XModel 3Model Y can detect a phone key (for example, the device's
battery is low or dead and is no longer able to communicate using Bluetooth).
Always keep your phone key or a key card with you. After driving, your key is needed to restart Model SModel XModel 3Model
Y. And when you leave the vehicle, you must bring your key with you to lock Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, either manually
or automatically.

Powering Off
When you finish driving and shift into Park, simply exit the vehicle. When you leave Model SModel XModel 3Model Y with your
phone key and key fob with your phone key, it powers off automatically, turning off the instrument panel and
touchscreentouchscreen.
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y also powers off automatically after being in Park for 30 minutes, even if you are sitting in the
driver’s seat.
Although usually not needed, you can power off Model SModel XModel 3Model Y while sitting in the driver’s seat, provided
the vehicle is not moving. Touch Controls > Safety > Power Off. Model SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically powers back
on after a short period if you press the brake pedal or touch the touchscreen.
NOTE: Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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, your vehicle
shifts into Park when you open the door to exit. To keep your vehicle in Neutral, see Instructions for Transporters on page 895.
To keep your vehicle in Neutral, you will need to activate Transport Mode (see Instructions for Transporters on page 905).

Power Cycling the Vehicle
You can power cycle Model SModel XModel 3Model Y if it demonstrates unusual behavior or displays a nondescript alert.
NOTE: If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, reboot it before you power cycle the vehicle (see
Restarting the Touchscreen or Instrument Panel on page 34).
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
Shift 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 XModel 3Model Y: swipe up for Drive, swipe down for Reverse or touch the P for Park or N
for Neutral. A chime sounds whenever you shift gears. The drive mode strip is always available on the touchscreen when you
touch Controls.Swipe from the edge of the touchscreen towards the passenger to bring up the drive mode strip.

NOTE: To shift from Drive into Reverse or vice versa, the driving speed must be less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
The touchscreen's drive mode strip displays Park and Neutral at all times. To shift into Park when driving below 5 mph (8
km/h), touch the button on the drive mode strip while pressing the brake pedal. In emergency situations when driving above 5
mph (8 km/h), press and hold the Park button to slowly bring the vehicle to a stop.
To shift into Neutral, open Controls to bring up the drive mode strip, then press and hold Neutral until Neutral engages.
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 consoleoverhead console automatically
activates and must be used to shift (see Shift Using the Center Console on page 405Shift Using the Overhead Console on
page 403).
If you try to shift when it is prohibited by the current driving speed, the instrument paneltouchscreen displays an alert, a chime
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Auto Shift out of Park
Auto Shift out of Park is a BETA feature and is disabled by default. When disabled, use the touchscreen or the overhead
console to manually shift. To enable Auto Shift out of Park, touch Controls > Dynamics > Auto Shift out of Park.
When Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is designed to automatically select Drive or Reverse.
The touchscreen 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 Shift Using the Touchscreen on page 402).
Confirm the drive mode selection and follow the instructions on the touchscreen before you press the accelerator.
WARNING: As always, be aware of your vehicle and surroundings before driving. Never rely on Model SModel XModel
3Model Y 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 touchscreen displays a message.
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically selects a drive mode when:
• Auto Shift out of Park is enabled.
• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 overhead console is not activated (see Shift Using the Overhead Console on page 403).
NOTE: Model SModel XModel 3Model Y does not automatically select drive modes in Valet Mode.

Shift Using the Overhead Console
In addition to manually shifting on the touchscreen, you can shift by pressing P, R, N or D located on the overhead console. In
most situations, these buttons are not available until you press the brake and touch 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 XModel
3Model Y is in Valet or Transport Mode, the drive mode selector on the overhead console activates automatically and there is
no need to touch it.
NOTE: You can also activate the drive mode selector on the overhead console by simultaneously and briefly pressing both
scroll buttons on the steering wheel. However, if you press and hold both buttons simultaneously, the drive mode selector
activates and the touchscreen restarts (see Restarting the Touchscreen or Instrument Panel on page 34).
NOTE: The front trunk must be closed to shift using the overhead 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 overhead
console, the overhead console automatically deactivates if you don't shift within 10 seconds.

Auto Shift (Beta)
NOTE: Auto Shift is a Beta feature and is disabled by default.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, options purchased, and software version, your vehicle may not be
equipped with Auto Shift (Beta) or the features may not operate exactly as described.
Auto Shift (Beta) can shift between Drive and Reverse, or out of Park, to assist with actions such as turns, parking, or reversing
out of a parking spot. To enable, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift (Beta), where you can select between On or
Out of Park.
When On, Auto Shift (Beta) lets you shift without using the touchscreen based on your surroundings. This assists with multipoint turns, reversing out of a parking spot, parallel parking, and similar driving maneuvers. When the vehicle assists with
shifting, a readiness indicator appears on the instrument clustertouchscreen .
With Out of Park, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is designed to select Drive or Reverse when shifting out of Park (such as
pulling out of a parking spot). Model SModel XModel 3Model Y selects a drive mode when:
selects a drive mode when:
• Auto Shift (Beta) is enabled.
• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Park (for Out of Park) or in Drive or Reverse (for On).
• 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.
Auto Shift (Beta) is designed to enhance your driving experience and may only appear in certain circumstances, such as
requiring a vehicle or object in the front and/or rear to begin the maneuver. Confirm the drive mode selection and follow the
instructions on the instrument clustertouchscreen before you press the accelerator.
To override the selection, press the brake pedal and use the drive mode strip on the touchscreen to manually shift into your
desired Drive Mode. Once you override, you’ll need to shift gears again for Auto Shift (Beta) to reappear. If Auto Shift (Beta) is
unavailable, the instrument clustertouchscreen displays a message.
NOTE: Model SModel XModel 3Model Y does not allow Auto Shift (Beta) in certain modes and driving situations, including but
not limited to: Valet Mode, Track Mode, Creep, Trailer Mode, etc.
WARNING: Never rely on Auto Shift (Beta) without confirming the selection before proceeding. Always remain attentive,
monitor your surroundings, and maneuver safely.

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 XModel 3Model Y is designed 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, or Park).
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WARNING: As always, be aware of your vehicle and surroundings before driving. Never rely on Model SModel XModel
3Model Y 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 XModel 3Model Y automatically selects a drive mode when:
• Auto Shift out of Park is enabled (touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park).
• Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
NOTE: Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.

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 XModel
3Model Y 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 (or steering wheel). However, if you press and hold both buttons simultaneously, the drive mode
selector activates and the touchscreen restarts (see Restarting the Touchscreen or Instrument Panel on page 34).
NOTE: The front trunk, rear trunk, and doors must be closed to shift using the center console.

1. Park
2. Reverse
3. Neutral
4. Drive
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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
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 consoleoverhead console.
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically shifts into Park to prevent roll-away while driving in low speeds. This happens
whenever you connect a charge cable, unbuckle your seat belt, or open the door while in Drive or Neutral. Ensure the charge
cable is removed, buckle your seat belt, and close the door before shifting out of Park.
Attempting to engage the parking brake above 5 mph (8 km/h) will result in emergency braking (see Braking and Stopping on
page 454).
NOTE: In emergency situations, if the brakes are not functioning properly, you can press and hold the Park button on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip to bring Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to a stop. Do not use this method to stop the vehicle
unless absolutely necessary.
NOTE: You must always press the brake pedal to shift out of Park.
CAUTION: Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 XModel 3Model Y 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 XModel 3Model Y to automatically shift into Park for you.

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 consoleoverhead console. You can shift into Drive when
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 consoleoverhead console. You can shift into Reverse
when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is stopped or moving less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in Drive. You can manually close the
park assist view on the touchscreen by touching the X in the upper corner.

Neutral
Neutral allows Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 XModel 3Model Y
engages Neutral.
• Swipe from the edge of the touchscreen towards the passenger to bring up the drive mode strip and press Neutral.
• Choose Neutral from the drive mode selector on the overhead console.
NOTE: When Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 XModel 3Model Y is moving slower than
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y automatically shifts into Park when you open the driver's door to exit the vehicle unless the
vehicle is in certain modes such as Transport or Car Wash Mode which allows the vehicle to stay in Neutral even when you
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Keeping Your Vehicle in Neutral (Transport Mode)
To keep Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 XModel 3Model Y.
4. Press the Transport Mode. It turns blue to show that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is now in Transport Mode.
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 897Activate Transport Mode on page 906.
NOTE: In Transport mode, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 consoleoverhead console to shift into Park or if you manually apply the parking brake by touching Controls > Safety
> Parking Brake.

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Steering WheelSteering Yoke (or Steering Wheel)
Adjusting the Steering WheelSteering Yoke (or Steering Wheel) Position
To adjust the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), touch Controls and touch the Steering icon.

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

Overview of Buttons
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y features stalkless driving in which all controls you need when driving are accessible on the
steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).

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Left buttons:
1. Right turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 1209)
2. High beam headlights* (see Headlights on page 1208)
3. Multi-functional button (non-functional)
4. Left scroll button (see Left Scroll Button on page 1200)
5. Left turn signal (see Turn Signals on page 1209)

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Right Buttons:
1. Cameras (see Cameras on page 1119)
2. Wiper* (see Windshield Wiper and Washers on page 1212)
3. Right scroll button (see Right Scroll Button on page 1202)
4. Voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 97)
5. Cruise control indicator (non-functional)
*The behaviors associated with the buttons for headlight high beams (Headlights on page 1208) and wiper (Windshield Wiper
and Washers on page 1212) vary depending on whether you press or press and hold the button.
NOTE: If you are experiencing issues with the touchscreen (such as a missing feed from the front- or rear-facing camera), hold
down both the left and right scroll buttons simultaneously while Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is parked to restart it (see
Restarting the Touchscreen on page 1096).
NOTE: Some controls on the steering wheel are capacitive buttons, meaning they do not have a physical switch, but respond to
touch and provide haptic feedback (as a vibration). Do not rest your fingers on them unless intended. Unintentionally touching
these buttons can enable or disable them. If a button is mistakenly enabled, remove your fingers from the switches for several
seconds to resume normal operation.

Left Scroll Button
Use the left scroll button to adjust the position of the mirrors and steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). The left
scroll button also controls the wiper and media player.

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• When using media player, push the button to the left to go back to the previous song or station or push it to the right to
skip to the next song or station.
• Roll the scroll button up to increase and down to decrease the volume.
NOTE: The scroll button adjusts the volume for media and phone calls based on what is currently in use. As you adjust the
volume, the touchscreen displays the volume level and whether you are adjusting volume for media or phone.
• To mute the media volume, or to pause/play an audio file, push the scroll button.
• When adjusting mirrors, push the button to the left/right to move the associated mirror inward/outward and up/down to
position the mirror upward or downward (see Mirrors on page 1204).
• When adjusting the position of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), roll the button up/down to adjust the
tilt/angle and press the button to the left or right to move the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) closer or
further (see Adjusting the Steering WheelSteering Yoke (or Steering Wheel) Position on page 1198).
• When a menu displays on the touchscreen from which you can choose options (for example, the wiper controls), use the
scroll button to choose an option (up, down, left, or right) and push the button to confirm your choice.
• For incoming calls, press the scroll button to answer. During the call, press the scroll button again to hang up.
• Hold down the left scroll button to access the default action set or configure a new default action. Follow the directions on
the touchscreen.
Left Scroll Button Customization
Choose from a list to create quick access to a function by touching Controls > Display > Scroll Wheel Function. Selecting a
function sets the default action when you long press the left scroll button, unless you select Ask each time.

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

• When driving, push and release the button to engage Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Autopilot Features on
page 546). If Autopilot Activation is set to Double Click (touch Controls > Autopilot Activation > Autosteer Activation), a
single push engages Traffic-Aware Cruise Control only and you must push and release the button twice to engage
Autosteer. Once Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is active, pushing the button cancels it.
• When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer is engaged, roll the scroll button up to increase or down to decrease the
set speed, or push the button to the left or right to adjust the distance you want to maintain from a vehicle traveling ahead
of you (see While Using Autopilot on page 559).

Heated Steering WheelSteering Yoke (or Steering Wheel)
To warm up the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel), touch the temperature icon on the touchscreen to display
climate controls (see Operating Climate Controls on page 1314), then touch the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering
wheel) icon. When turned on, radiant heat keeps the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) at a comfortable
temperature.
To turn the heated steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) off, use the climate controls or the Tesla mobile app (see
Mobile App on page 355).

Horn
To sound the horn, press and hold the center pad on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel).

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Steer-by-Wire
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y uses steer-by-wire technology, which means that there is no mechanical connection
between the steering wheel and the wheels. Instead, sensors in the steering column communicate electronically with the
steering racks. As a result, steering Model SModel XModel 3Model Y feels more responsive and requires less effort from the
driver.
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y also has four-wheel steering. When the driver turns the steering wheel, all four wheels
respond. This gives Model SModel XModel 3Model Y a tighter turning radius.
Emergency Operation
The steer-by-wire system is controlled by multiple redundant sensors and actuators. In the unlikely case that
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y detects an issue, an alert displays on the touchscreen, a chime sounds, and
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y gradually reduces drive torque while informing you to pull over.
NOTE: This alert does not mean that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y has lost steering, or that the steer-by-wire system has
failed. This alert indicates a possible issue with one of the redundant systems.
Once pulled over, you can attempt to recover the system by performing a vehicle power cycle (see Power Cycling the Vehicle
on page 373). If the power cycle attempt is unsuccessful, an override is available for low-speed maneuvering to position the
vehicle for transporting on a flatbed truck (see Instructions for Transporters on page 1418).

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Mirrors
Adjusting Exterior Mirrors

Adjust the exterior mirrors by touching Controls > Mirrors. Press the left scroll button on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or
steering wheel) to choose whether you are adjusting the Left or Right mirror. Then, use the left scroll button as follows to
adjust the selected mirror to its desired position:
• To angle the mirror up or down, roll the left scroll button up or down.
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You can save your side mirror position in your driver profile for your convenience.
Mirror Auto Tilt automatically tilts mirrors downward when backing up. To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Mirrors >
Mirror Auto Tilt. To adjust the auto-tilt position, make mirror adjustments with Model SModel XModel 3Model Y shifted into
Reverse. When you shift out of Reverse, mirrors tilt back to their normal (upward) position. But now that you have adjusted
them for backing up, they automatically tilt to the selected downward position whenever you shift into Reverse.
When certain environmental conditions are met, the exterior side mirrors dim automatically (for example, in low light
conditions or to reduce glare when driving at night). To enable or disable this feature, touch Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto
Dim.
NOTE: Both exterior mirrors have heaters that can be controlled through Climate.

Folding Mirrors
To manually fold and unfold exterior mirrors (for example, if parking in a narrow garage, tight space, etc.), touch Controls >
Fold/Unfold Mirrors.
Unfold the mirrors by touching Controls > Unfold Mirrors. If the mirrors are still folded when you begin driving, they will
automatically unfold when your speed reaches 31 mph (50 km/h). You cannot fold a mirror when driving over 31 mph (50
km/h).
To set the mirrors to fold automatically whenever you exit and lock Model SModel XModel 3Model Y touch Controls > Mirrors
> Mirror Auto Fold. The mirrors unfold automatically when you unlock Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.
You can also set mirrors to fold automatically whenever you arrive at a specific location, which saves you from having to
manually fold them each time you arrive at a frequented place. To set up, stop at the location you want to save (or drive at less
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If you no longer want mirrors to fold automatically, touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors when they fold at the saved location, then
touch Remove Location.
When you leave the saved location, the mirrors will unfold automatically when your speed reaches 3 mph (6 km/h) or if you
touch Controls > Unfold Mirrors.
CAUTION: Mirrors may not automatically fold if you return to a saved location and are driving faster than 3 mph (6 km/h).
NOTE: You can override the automatic folding/unfolding of mirrors at any time (for example, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
has no power) by pushing the mirror assembly away from you to unfold, or pulling it toward you to fold.
NOTE: If you expect ice to accumulate when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is parked, turn off Mirror Auto Fold.
Accumulation of ice can prevent exterior side mirrors from folding or unfolding. See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 684
for information on how to ensure your mirrors function properly in cold weather.
You can integrate auto-folding mirrors with MyQ (see Smart Garage on page 364).

Rear View Mirror

Adjust the rear view mirror manually.

Vanity Mirrors
To expose and illuminate the vanity mirror, fold the sun visor downwards, then use the tab to lower the mirror cover. The tab
can stick to the lower portion of the visor to keep it in place. After closing the mirror cover, the light turns off. See Sun Visors
and Vanity Mirrors on page 1132 for more information.

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Lights
Overview
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y has convenience lights that automatically turn on and off based on what you are doing. For
example, interior lights, marker lights, signature lights, door handle lights, and puddle lights turn on when you unlock
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, when you open a door, and when you shift into Park. They turn off automatically after a
minute or two when you shift out of Park, or when you lock your vehicle.
Touch Controls > Lights to control the lights.

NOTE: You can also access an abbreviated lights menu while driving by touching the headlights button on the steering
wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). A lights menu displays on the touchscreen, providing quick access to headlight
controls.
• Headlights: Exterior lights (headlights, tail lights, signature lights, side marker lights, parking lights, and license plate lights)
are set to Auto each time you start Model SModel XModel 3Model Y. When set to Auto, exterior lights automatically turn
on when driving in low lighting conditions. If you change to a different setting, lights always revert to Auto on your next
drive.
Touch one of these options to change the exterior light setting until adjusted again or the next time you drive:
◦ Off: Exterior lights turn off. When driving, daytime running lights may remain on based on regulations in various market
regions.
◦ Parking: Parking lights, side marker lights, the tail light bar, and license plate lights turn on.
◦ On: Low beam headlights, side marker lights, parking lights, signature lights, and license plate lights turn on.
• Dome Lights: Turn the interior dome (map) lights on or off. If set to Auto all interior dome lights turn on when you unlock
your vehicle, open a door upon exiting, or shift into Park.
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is also equipped with a rear dome light on each side of the rear seats, located next to the
coat hangers (see Coat Hangers on page 1164).
NOTE: To manually turn an individual dome light on or off, press the lens. If you leave a dome light on, it turns off when
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y powers off. If the vehicle was already powered off when you manually turned the light on,
it turns off after 60 minutes.
• Ambient Lights: When enabled, interior ambient lights turn on whenever the headlights are on.
• Accent Lights: Choose Off, On, or Night Only. When set to Night Only, interior accent lights will automatically illuminate
when dim conditions are detected outside your vehicle, or when convenience lights are on. Customize the brightness and
color of the lights to your preference.
• Footwell Lights: When headlights are enabled, footwell lights illuminate the front and rear footwells. Footwell lights will also
enable when you unlock your vehicle, open a door upon entry/exit, or shift into Park.
• Bed Lights: The lights running on the sides of the truck cargo bed can be set to Off, On, or Auto. When set to Auto, the bed
lights turn on when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is parked and the tonneau cover or tailgate is open. You can also
toggle the tailgate button to turn the bed lights on or off for your convenience. See Cargo Bed on page 1170 for more
information.
CAUTION: Ensure the headlights and tail lights are On during low visibility conditions (for example, when it is dark,
foggy, snowy, or the road is wet, etc.). The tail lights are off while daytime running lights are on. Failure to do so can
cause damage or serious injury.

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

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

High beams are currently turned on, and Auto High Beam is ready to turn off the high beams if light is detected
in front of Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.

High beams are temporarily turned off because Auto High Beam is operating and light is detected in front of
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y. When light is no longer detected, high beam headlights automatically turn
back on.

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

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Auto High Beam
The headlights can automatically switch to low beam when there is light detected in front of Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
(for example, from an oncoming vehicle). To turn this feature on or off, touch Controls > Lights > Auto High Beam. Your chosen
setting is retained until you manually change it.
NOTE: Auto High Beam is automatically enabled when Autosteer is engaged. To switch to low beam headlights, press the
headlights button on the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). Auto High Beam is re-enabled every time Autosteer
is activated.
WARNING: Auto High Beam is a convenience only feature and is subject to limitations. It is the driver's responsibility to
make sure that headlights are always appropriately adjusted for weather conditions and driving circumstances.

Turn Signals
To engage a turn signal, press the corresponding arrow button on the left side of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering
wheel). A turn signal cancels based on the angle of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel) (for example, you
finish making a turn). You can also cancel a turn signal by pressing the turn signal button a second time.
If Controls > Lights > Automatic Turn Signals is set to Auto Cancel, turn signals cancel automatically when
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y detects completion of a maneuver such as a merge, lane change, or a fork in the roadway.
You can override automatic cancellation at any time (for example, you want the turn signal to remain on because you are
making more than one lane change). To override, engage the turn signal by pressing and momentarily holding the turn signal
button (instead of just pressing). Then, when the first maneuver is complete, the turn signal remains on. If Automatic Turn