◦ Require Safety Features: Enables various safety features in the vehicle (if equipped). Drivers cannot change these
settings while parental controls are active.
3. Touch Confirm.
4. Enter a PIN.
NOTE: Drivers must re-enter the PIN from Parental Controls to disable the restrictions.

PIN to Drive
For an added layer of security, prevent Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 or Instrument Panel on page 34). 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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Valet mode.

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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 instrument clustertouchscreen displays a message, and Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
WARNING: Driving downhill can increase driving speed and cause Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to exceed your
chosen maximum speed.
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.

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 32). When Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Park, touching the Dashcam icon displays the
Viewer (see Viewing Video Recordings on page 658).

To protect your privacy, video recordings are saved locally to a formatted USB flash drive's onboard memory. Recordings are
not sent to Tesla. Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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. Vehicles manufactured beginning approximately 2020 are equipped with a pre-formatted USB flash drive
in the glove box. There are two ways to format the flash drive if needed:
◦ Format the flash drive with Model SModel XModel 3Model Y. Insert the flash drive into the USB port and navigate to
Controls > Safety > Format USB Drive.

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◦ Format the flash drive on a computer. See USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 657 for more
information.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into your vehicle's USB port, preferably the one in the glovebox (if equipped).
NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB ports may only
support charging devices. Use the USB port inside the glove box for all other functions.
3. Enable Dashcam by touching Controls > Safety > 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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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
safety-critical events.
◦ 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 paused. To resume recording, touch the icon. To avoid losing video footage, pause
Dashcam before removing the flash drive.

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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Park and touch the Dashcam icon in the app launcher.
Videos are organized by timestamp. See Viewing Video Recordings on page 658 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 658 for more information.

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6. To turn Dashcam off, navigate to Controls > Safety > 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 and sensors (if equipped) remain powered on and ready to record suspicious activity
around your vehicle when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 97).
NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB ports may only support
charging devices. Use the USB port inside the glove box for all other functions.
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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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. Vehicles manufactured beginning
approximately 2020 are equipped with a pre-formatted USB flash drive in the glove box. There are two ways to format the
USB drive:
◦ Insert the USB drive into the USB port and navigate to Controls > Safety > 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 657 for more
information.
2. Insert the USB drive into the vehicle's USB port, preferrable the one in the glove box (if equipped).
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 > Safety > Sentry Mode > On. Once enabled, the Sentry Mode icon in Controlson the status bar turns red.

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NOTE: Rear camera recordings are available only on vehicles manufactured after approximately February 2018.
When enabled, Sentry Mode is idle, ready to sound the alarm and save a recording of the security event if triggered. See
Viewing Video Recordings on page 658 for information on viewing footage.
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 694 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, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 premium connectivity and version 4.2.1 (or newer) of the Tesla mobile app installed on a
phone that has been paired as a key to Model SModel XModel 3Model Y.
When Sentry Mode is enabled, use the mobile app to remotely view the area surrounding Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
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.
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When View Live Camera is actively in use, Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is equipped with a pedestrian warning speaker (see Pedestrian Warning System on
page 520), 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
mobile app. See Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp on page 668 for more information. This feature is not supported in
vehicles with Autopilot computer 2.0 or 2.5. Touch Controls > Software > Autopilot computer to find out which computer
your vehicle has.
NOTE: If Dog and Sentry are enabled at the same time, Sentry defaults to Disable Sentry Sounds to protect your pet.
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 658 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
NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB ports may only support
charging devices. To play media files or to format and view video footage, use the USB-A port in the glovebox (see Interior
Electronics on page 41).
NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB ports may only support
charging devices. To play media files or to format and view video footage, use the USB-A port in the glovebox (see Interior
Electronics on page 41).
Some features require you to use a USB drive (for example, Dashcam, Sentry Mode and Track Mode, if equipped, and Track
Mode, if equipped,) 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 657).
NOTE: The USB-C ports in the center console and below the rear touchscreen do not support the ability to format, save, and
view video footage. For any of these functions, use the USB-A port in the glovebox (see Interior Electronics on page 57).
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 41Interior Electronics on page 41Interior Electronics on page 57Interior Electronics on page 57). Then,
touch Controls > Safety > Format USB Drive. This automatically formats the USB drive as exFAT and creates folders for
TeslaCam and TeslaTrackMode (if equipped) and TeslaTrackMode (if equipped). 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
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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. For Track Mode (if equipped), create another base-level folder called
TeslaTrackMode. For Track Mode (if equipped), create another base-level folder called TeslaTrackMode. You can use one
USB drive for Dashcam, Sentry Mode, Track Mode (if equipped), Track Mode (if equipped), 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
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to recognize the USB drive.
4. Once recognized, ensure icons for Dashcam and Sentry Mode appear at the top of your touchscreenicons for Dashcam and
Sentry Mode are available when you touch Controls. Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is now ready to record videos.
NOTE: You may need to first enable Sentry Mode by touching Controls > SentryControls > Safety > Sentry Mode.

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 655
and Dashcam on page 652 for information on saving footage. Four videos are recorded for each saved clip, one from each
camera (front, rear, left, and right).
NOTE: Rear camera recordings are only available on vehicles manufactured after approximately February 2018.
Viewing on the Touchscreen
You can view recorded footage on the touchscreen when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 or TeslaTrackMode (if equipped) or TeslaTrackMode (if
equipped) 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 Auto, 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 the temperature at the bottom of the
screen to display the climate popup.
The touchscreen may display Warming Up or Cooling Down while getting to your preferred temperature. You may hear the fan
speed increase or decrease during this time.
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
when using the climate control system and seat heaters.

Adjusting Climate Control Settings
Easily adjust your climate preferences, such as turning on the seat heater or changing the cabin temperature, hands-free by
using voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 97). You can use the climate controls to customize temperature and
fan, defrost windows, heat seats, and more.
NOTE: For one-touch access to seat heaters and defrosters, you can add these controls to My Apps. See Customizing My
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Turn the climate control system on or off. Turning it off reduces cooling, but saves
energy. When the climate control system is operating, the front passenger vent can
be turned off independently of the driver's vent. For more information, see Adjusting
the Front and Rear Vents on page 1320.
NOTE: Because Model SModel XModel 3Model Y runs much quieter than a gasolinepowered vehicle, you may notice the sound of the air conditioning compressor as it
is operating. To minimize noise, reduce the fan speed.
Control the flow of air inside the cabin. Air can be drawn into Model SModel XModel
3Model Y from outside or air can be recirculated inside the cabin.

Adjust the fan speed using the slider. When in Auto, the fan speed levels change to
Low/ Medium/ High.
NOTE: Adjusting the fan speed may change the selected setting for how air is drawn
into Model SModel XModel 3Model Y in order to increase or reduce air flow.
AUTO

Adjust climate settings for the front and rear cabin. If Auto is enabled and a
passenger is detected, the set temperature is maintained for the rear cabin.
Choose where air flows into the front cabin (windshield, face-level, or foot-level
vents). You can choose one or more vents.

Touch the driver's, or passenger's, side seat icon to adjust seat heaters for the
driver. The seat operates at three levels from 3 (highest) to 1 (lowest). The seat icon
displays twisting lines that turn red (heating) or blue (cooling) corresponding with
the set level. Auto, which displays when the climate control system is set to Auto,
warms or cools the front seats based on cabin temperature. For one-touch access to
seat heaters, you can add them to the touchscreen's bottom bar (see Customizing
My Apps on page 1099).
Adjust the heated steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). The icon displays
red twisting lines that correspond to the set level. If set to Auto, the steering wheel
is heated as needed, based on cabin temperature, whenever the climate control
system is set to Auto. For one-touch access, you can add this control to the
touchscreen's bottom bar (see Customizing My Apps on page 1099).
Turn on the wiper defroster.

When in Park, Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp allow you to keep the climate
control system operating, even when you leave Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
(see Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp on page 1317).

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When in Park, touch Schedule to set a recurring daily time when you want
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y to be ready to drive by preconditioning the Battery
and cabin climate and/or charging during off-peak hours (see Scheduled
Precondition and Charge on page 732).
The HEPA filter ensures the best quality air inside the cabin whenever the climate
control system is on and outside air is entering the cabin (recirculate is off). The
HEPA filter is extremely effective at removing particles, including pollution,
allergens, bacteria, pollen, mold spores, and viruses. When you engage Bioweapon
Defense Mode, the positive pressure inside the cabin minimizes the amount of
outside air that can enter the vehicle.
NOTE: Some gases, such as carbon monoxide, are not effectively removed by
activated carbon.
Warm up the side mirrors and the charge port.

Defog or Defrost the windshield. Touch once to defog the windshield (the icon turns
blue). Touch a second time to defrost the windshield. Touch a third time to turn off
and restore the air distribution, heating, and fan to their previous settings. In low
ambient temperatures, the exterior side mirrors are also heated whenever the
windshield defroster is operating. See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 684 for
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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 1099.
• Touch to access the main climate controls screen.
• Enable or disable heated or cooled seats (if equipped).
• Enable or disable the front or rear windshield defrosters.
• 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
These settings allow you to keep the climate control system running when in Park, whether you stay inside of, or leave, your
vehicle. These settings are useful when it is important to maintain the cabin temperature in hot or cold weather conditions.
Keep Climate On: Maintains the climate control system on at a desire temperature. For example, when leaving groceries in
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y on hot days, you may want to use Keep Climate On to pre-condition the cabin to maintain a
particular temperature.
Dog: Keeps the cabin at a comfortable 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 plenty of battery). 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.
NOTE: To avoid accidentally pressing the window switch (such as your dog stepping on it), the windows cannot be rolled down
while Dog is enabled.
NOTE: If Dog and Sentry are enabled at the same time, Sentry defaults to Disable Sentry Sounds to protect your pet. The cabin
camera shows the inside of the vehicle so you can check on your pet at any time. See Sentry Mode on page 655 for more
information.
Camp: Allows you to power electronics through the USB ports and low voltage outlets and maintain the cabin temperature.
The touchscreen remains on so you can play music, browse the internet, play games, 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. These settings are available only when Model SModel XModel 3Model Y is in Park.
3. 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 these features when the Battery's charge level is low or on extremely hot days.
Dog cannot be enabled if the cabin temperature is too hot, or if the vehicle detects an issue with the climate control system.
Ensure that the cabin temperature is at a safe and comfortable level before enabling Dog.
If Keep Climate On, Dog, or Camp are on, the Tesla mobile app attempts to repeatedly send notifications reminding you to
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• The Battery's charge level drops below 20%.
• The vehicle detects an issue with the climate control system.
• If the cabin temperature drifts significantly from the level set for dog.
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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y
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.

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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, 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), or the selected temperature on the
touchscreen or mobile app. 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 355).
Cabin Overheat Protection operates until 12 hours has elapsed once you exit Model SModel XModel 3Model Y, 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
Normal behavior:
• 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.
• 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%.
• 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.

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• You may hear the sound of the climate system inside the cabin of Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
• Even when not in use, you may hear Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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.
• 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 Model SModel XModel 3Model Y when parked. Extra water produced by
the dehumidifying process is drained underneath.
Tips:
• If the climate control system is louder than you prefer, manually reduce the fan speed.
• Improve the efficiency of the cabin heating or cooling by reducing your rate of acceleration. This allows the heat pump
system to take more heat from the Battery to efficiently heat the cabin, instead of maintaining the Battery's ability to
provide peak acceleration performance. Note that when subsequently increasing the acceleration mode, the Battery
requires time to warm up before the increased level of acceleration is available.
• 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.
• Your charge port latch may freeze in extremely cold weather or icy conditions. In cases where you cannot remove or insert
the charge cable, or your vehicle is not Supercharging due to the latch being frozen in place, enable Defrost Truck in the
mobile app. This helps thaw ice on the charge port latch so the charge cable can be removed or inserted. See Cold Weather
Best Practices on page 684 for more information.

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Adjusting the Front and Rear Vents
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y has a unique horizontal face-level vent that spans the width of the dashboard. It also has
vents at the top and bottom of the rear console.
NOTE: Outside air is drawn into Model SModel XModel 3Model Y through the grill in front of the windshield. Keep the grill
clear of obstructions, such as leaves and snow.
Using the front and rear touchscreens, you can pinpoint exactly where you want to direct the air flowing from this vent when
heating or cooling the cabin. When the face-level vent is on you can adjust the direction of the air flow from each vent. To
adjust the direction of the air flow, touch the radiating air waves from the corresponding vent on the touchscreen. The air flows
in a single stream when centered or splits into mirrored air streams when air is directed outward or inward from the center of
the vent.
NOTE: When you split a vent into two separate air flows, the air flow in each direction is not as strong as when all air is flowing
in a single direction.
Front passengers can turn off the flow of air from the passenger vent. To turn off air flow, press and hold the front passenger
air waves on the touchscreen. You can turn on the flow of air again by touching the front passenger vent.

Cabin Air Filter(s)
Model SModel XModel 3Model Y has a HEPA filter to prevent pollen, industrial fallout, road dust and other particles from
entering through the vents.
NOTE: The HEPA filter requires periodic replacement. See Service Intervals on page 738.

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Cold Weather Best Practices
To ensure that Model SModel XModel 3Model Y 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 door handles, windows, mirrors, and wipers 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 732).
• 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 > Defrost Car > Defrost to melt snow, ice, and frost on the windshield, charge port,
charge port (if equipped), 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 659). 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 726Manually Releasing Charge Cable on page 729Manually
Releasing Charge Cable on page 726.
In extremely cold weather or icy conditions, it is possible that your charge port latch may freeze in place. In these weather