Flashes green when the right turn signal is operating. Both turn signal indicators flash green when the hazard
warning flashers are operating.

Popup Messages and Vehicle Alerts
Popup messages appear on the instrument panel. For example, a seat belt reminder appears if a seat belt is unfastened in an
occupied seat, an alert appears to notify you of an incoming phone call, a text message appears (when applicable), and voice
commands appear when in use.

You can view a list of vehicle alerts and notifications by touching the notifications icon on the touchscreen.
NOTE: Not all alerts provide additional information at this time.

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Instrument Panel - Driving
When CybertruckModel SModel X is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current driving status and a
real-time visualization of the road as detected by the Autopilot components (see About Autopilot on page 324). The
visualization automatically zooms in and out as needed to inform you when a vehicle is detected in your blind spot.
NOTE: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software version,
and market region, the information displayed may be slightly different.

NOTE: Touch Controls > Autopilot > Full Self-Driving Visualization Preview (if equipped) to display more details about the
roadway and its surroundings, such as road markings, stop lights, objects (such as trash cans and poles), etc.

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1. Indicator lights display along the top to provide status (see Instrument Panel Overview on page 39).
2. When you are actively navigating to a destination, navigation instructions display here. Use the left steering wheel buttons
to change what displays on the left side of the instrument panel whenever navigation instructions are not displayed (see
Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 233).
3. Autosteer is actively steering CybertruckModel SModel X. When Autosteer is available but you haven't activated it, the
icon is gray (see Autosteer on page 353).
4. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is cruising at a set speed. When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is available but you haven't set
a cruising speed, the icon is gray and the speed is not shown (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 342).
5. Driving speed.
6. The speed limit (if available) that is currently being detected by Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page 411).
NOTE: A blue outline may appear around the speed limit icon to notify that you are above the speed limit.
7. On the Energy graph, dashed lines appear on the power meter if CybertruckModel SModel X is limiting power. The dashed
lines appear on the top portion (energy being used) when power available for acceleration is being limited, and on the
bottom portion (energy being gained) when power that can be gained by regenerative braking is limited.
CybertruckModel SModel X limits power for many reasons. Here are just a few examples:
◦ Acceleration may be limited when the Battery is reaching a low state of charge or if the powertrain is hot.
◦ Both acceleration and regenerative braking may be limited when the ambient temperature is either very high or very low.
◦ Regenerative braking may be limited when the Battery is fully charged.
NOTE: Use the right steering wheel buttons to control what displays on the right side of the instrument panel (see Using
Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 234).
8. Pay attention to important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are in effect, you can view information about them
by touching the alert icon (exclamation mark) on the touchscreen’s status bar (the topmost area of the touchscreen).
9. Use the right steering wheel buttons to change what displays on the right side of the instrument panel whenever a phone
call is not active (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 234).
10. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can display the percentage of
battery energy remaining. To do so, touch Controls > Display > Energy Display.
NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use range estimates as a general guideline only.
11. Currently selected drive mode: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive.
12. The car in front of you (if applicable).
NOTE: In situations where Autosteer is unable to detect lane markings, the driving lane is determined based on the vehicle
you are following. In these situations, the car in front of you is highlighted in blue.
13. Pay attention to important driving-related messages that appear at the bottom center of the instrument panel.
14. Your CybertruckModel SModel X.
15. When Autosteer is active and detects the driving lane, it is highlighted in blue (see Autosteer on page 353). Depending on
the current driving scenario, you may see neighboring lanes.
NOTE: If Navigate on Autopilot is active, the driving lane displays as a single blue line in front of
CybertruckModel SModel X (see Navigate on Autopilot on page 359).
WARNING: Although the instrument panel shows surrounding traffic, some vehicles may not be displayed. Never rely on
the instrument panel to determine if a vehicle is present (for example, in your blind spot). Always use your mirrors and
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Instrument Panel - Driving
When CybertruckModel SModel X is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current driving status. The
visualization automatically zooms in and out to as needed to inform you when a vehicle is detected in your blind spot.
NOTE: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software version,
and market region, the information displayed may be slightly different.

1. Indicator lights display along the top to provide status (see Instrument Panel Overview on page 39).

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2. When you are actively navigating to a destination, navigation instructions display here. Use the left steering wheel buttons
to change what displays on the left side of the instrument panel whenever navigation instructions are not displayed (see
Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 233).
3. When you set a cruising speed using cruise control, the set speed displays on the cruise control icon (see Cruise Control
on page 273).
4. Driving speed.
5. The speed limit (if available) that is currently being detected by Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page 411).
6. On the Energy graph, dashed lines appear on the power meter if CybertruckModel SModel X is limiting power. The dashed
lines appear on the top portion (energy being used) when power available for acceleration is being limited, and on the
bottom portion (energy being gained) when power that can be gained by regenerative braking is limited.
CybertruckModel SModel X limits power for many reasons. Here are just a few examples:
◦ Acceleration may be limited when the Battery is reaching a low state of charge or if the powertrain is hot.
◦ Both acceleration and regenerative braking may be limited when the ambient temperature is either very high or very low.
◦ Regenerative braking may be limited when the Battery is fully charged.
7. Pay attention to important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are in effect, you can view information about them
by touching the alert icon (exclamation mark) on the touchscreen’s status bar (the topmost area of the touchscreen).
8. Use the right steering wheel buttons to change what displays on the right side of the instrument panel whenever a phone
call is not active (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 234).
9. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can display the percentage of
battery energy remaining. To do so, touch Controls > Display > Energy Display.
NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use range estimates as a general guideline only.
NOTE: In cold weather, some of the stored energy in the Battery may not be available on your drive because the Battery is
too cold. When this happens, a portion of the Battery meter is blue and the driving distance value has a snowflake image
next to it. If CybertruckModel SModel X is plugged in, you can heat your Battery using wall power by turning on climate
control using the mobile app. When the Battery warms up, the blue portion on the meter and the snowflake image are no
longer displayed.
10. Currently selected drive mode: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive.
11. The car in front of you (if applicable).
12. Pay attention to important driving-related messages that appear at the bottom center of the instrument panel.
13. Your CybertruckModel SModel X.
14. Driving lane (if detected). Depending on the current driving scenario, you may see neighboring lanes.
WARNING: Although the instrument panel shows surrounding traffic, some vehicles may not be displayed. Never rely on
the instrument panel to determine if a vehicle is present (for example, in your blind spot). Always use your mirrors and
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Instrument Panel - Driving
When CybertruckModel SModel X is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current driving status.
NOTE: The following illustration is provided for demonstration purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software version,
and market region, the information displayed may be slightly different.

1. Indicator lights display along the top to provide status (see Instrument Panel Overview on page 39).
2. When you are actively navigating to a destination, navigation instructions display here. Use the left steering wheel buttons
to change what displays on the left side of the instrument panel whenever navigation instructions are not displayed (see
Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 233).
3. Cruise control status displays here, if engaged (see Cruise Control on page 273).
4. Dashed lines appear on the power meter if Model S is limiting power. The dashed lines appear on the top portion (energy
being used) when power available for acceleration is being limited, and on the bottom portion (energy being gained) when
power that can be gained by regenerative braking is limited. CybertruckModel SModel X limits power for many reasons.
Here are just a few examples:
◦ Acceleration may be limited when the Battery is reaching a low state of charge or if the powertrain is hot.
◦ Both acceleration and regenerative braking may be limited when the ambient temperature is either very high or very low.
◦ Regenerative braking may be limited when the Battery is fully charged.
5. Driving speed.
6. Pay attention to important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are in effect, you can view information about them
by touching the alert icon (exclamation mark) on the touchscreen’s status bar (the topmost area of the touchscreen).
7. Use the right steering wheel buttons to change what displays on the right side of the instrument panel whenever a phone
call is not active (see Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 234).
8. Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can display the percentage of
battery energy remaining. To do so, touch Controls > Display > Energy Display.
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NOTE: In cold weather, some of the stored energy in the Battery may not be available on your drive because the Battery is
too cold. When this happens, a portion of the Battery meter is blue and the driving distance value has a snowflake image
next to it. If CybertruckModel SModel X is plugged in, you can heat your Battery using wall power by turning on climate
control using the mobile app. When the Battery warms up, the blue portion on the meter and the snowflake image are no
longer displayed.
9. Currently selected drive mode: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive.
10. Pay attention to important driving-related messages that appear at the bottom center of the instrument panel.
11. Your CybertruckModel SModel X.

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Voice Commands
NOTE: For your convenience, Tesla allows you to choose from a variety of languages to use for voice commands. To choose a
different language, touch Controls > Display > Voice Recognition Language.
Use voice commands to easily control settings and preferences without using the touchscreen. Voice commands are designed
to understand natural requests. The following is a non-exhaustive list of actions that you can perform with voice commands:
• Adjust climate preferences
• Tweak the windshield wiper speed and frequency
• Control various aspects of your vehicle
• Navigate to a location
• Call a contact
• Interact with apps and settings
To initiate a voice command, fully press the microphone button on the right side of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or
steering wheel)touch the voice button on the right side of the steering wheelsteering yoke (or steering wheel). When a chime
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Examples of Voice Commands
Here is a list of example voice commands. This is not an exhaustive list. Tesla is constantly working to improve voice
commands.
NOTE: Your vehicle must be in Park to enable some voice commands (such as Sentry Mode, Dog Mode, etc.).
Climate Controls

Adjust your climate preferences:
• "Make it cooler"
• "Make it warmer"
• "Turn on/off the driver's seat heater"
• "Cool down the passenger"
• "Direct airflow to my face"

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• "Sync climate"
• "Increase/decrease the fan speed"
• "Turn on/off rear defroster"
• "Set the temperature/fan..."
• "Turn on recirculate"
Windshield Wipers

Update the windshield wiper speed and frequency based on changing road and weather conditions:
• "Speed up the wipers"
• "Speed up the wiper"
• "Turn on/off the wiper"
• "Increase/decrease windshield wiper speed by..."
• "Turn on/off the wipers"
Vehicle Controls

Modify various controls in your vehicle:
• "Sentry Mode on/off"
• "Keep my car safe"
• "Keep my truck safe"
• "Lock/unlock the doors"
• "Turn on Dog Mode"
• "Fold/unfold the mirrors"
• "Open/close charge port"
• "Start/stop charging"
• "Open service settings"
• "Open the glovebox"
Navigation

Search for or navigate to a location:
• "Where is [location]?"
• "Drive to [location]"
• "Navigate to [location]"
• "Show nearby Superchargers"
• "I'm feeling hungry/lucky" (see Maps and Navigation on page 443).
• "Stop navigation"
• "Mute voice guidance"
If you have defined a navigation address for your home or work locations, you can use a voice command to navigate there by
saying "Navigate home" or "Take me to work".
Contacts

To call or text a contact on your Bluetooth-connected phone (see Phone, Calendar, and Web Conferencing on page 219), say:
• "Call [contact name/phone number]"

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• "Text [contact name/phone number]"
Media

Listen to media and adjust your playback preferences:
• "Listen to [song name]"
• "Lower/raise the volume"
• "Skip to next"
• "Pause/play song"
• "Change the source to [media source]"
To improve voice command recognition accuracy, provide multiple cues in your command, such as artist and song.
Apps and Settings

Easily navigate through your apps and settings:
• "Open [Toybox/browser/theater/phone]"
• "Search for..."
• "The screen is too bright"
• "Show me the Owner's Manual"
You can also file a bug report by saying "Report" , "Feedback", or "Bug report".
For more information on voice commands, go to https://www.tesla.com/support/voice-commands.
NOTE: To support ongoing quality improvements, Tesla captures and processes voice command transcriptions (such as “set
the temperature…”). Audio voice recordings are not collected, and transcriptions are not associated with your Tesla account or
with your vehicle's identification number. To further protect your privacy, voice commands containing personal data are not
captured (such as "Navigate to..." or "Make a call to...").

Cameras
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1. Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers.
2. A forward looking camera is mounted on the windshield above the rear view mirror.
3. Radar is mounted in the front grill. Radar is mounted behind the front bumper on the left side of the vehicle. Radar is
mounted behind the front bumper on the right side of the vehicle.

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1. A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
2. Ultrasonic sensors (if equipped) are located in the front and rear bumpers.
3. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
4. Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
5. Two cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
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6. A camera is mounted to each front fender.
7. Radar (if equipped) is mounted behind the front bumper.
CybertruckModel SModel X is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering systems.
Cabin Camera
Your CybertruckModel SModel X is equipped with a cabin camera located above the rear view mirror. For more information,
see Cabin Camera on page 414.

Drive to Calibrate Cameras
CybertruckModel SModel X must maneuver with precision when Autopilot features are being used. Therefore, before some
features such as Lane Departure Avoidance and Automatic Emergency Braking can be used for the first time or after some
types of service repairs, cameras must complete a self-calibration process. For your convenience, the instrument panel
displays a progress indicator.
When calibration is complete, Autopilot features, as well as Active Safety features, are available for use. Calibration typically
completes after driving 20-25 miles (32-40 km), but the distance varies depending on road and environmental conditions. For
example, calibration completes quicker when driving on a straight road with multiple lanes (such as a controlled-access
highway), with highly-visible lane markings (in the driving lane as well as the adjacent lanes). Contact Tesla only if your
CybertruckModel SModel X has not completed the calibration process after driving 100 miles (160 km) in the described
conditions.
If a camera has shifted from its calibrated position (for example, the camera or windshield was replaced), you must clear the
calibration. To do so, touch Controls > Service > Camera Calibration > Clear Calibration. When the calibration is cleared,
CybertruckModel SModel X repeats the calibration process. While this helps re-calibrate the cameras in many cases, Clear
Calibration may not resolve all camera and sensor concerns.
NOTE: The self-calibration drive process is only applicable to CybertruckModel SModel X vehicles built after approximately
October 12, 2016.
NOTE: To calibrate, cameras require highly-visible lane markings in both the driving lane and adjacent lanes (at least two lanes
over on each side of the vehicle). For best results, drive in the middle lane of a multi-lane highway (ideally with at least five
lanes) that has clear lane markings and minimal traffic.
NOTE: If you attempt to use a feature that is not available until the calibration process is complete, the feature is disabled and
the instrument panel displays a message.
NOTE: CybertruckModel SModel X must repeat the calibration process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla, and in some
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Keeping Cameras Free of Obstructions
Ensure all cameras are clean and free of obstructions before each drive and before using Autopilot features (see Cleaning a
Camera on page 508Cleaning a Camera on page 773). 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,
CybertruckModel SModel X 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 601Troubleshooting Alerts on page
653.
Condensation can form inside the camera enclosures, especially if you park your vehicle outside in cold or wet conditions. The
instrument cluster may display an alert stating that a camera is blocked and that some or all Autopilot features may be
temporarily restricted until the camera vision is clear. To proactively dry the condensation, precondition the cabin by setting it
to a warm temperature, turning the windshield defroster on, and directing the front air vents toward the door pillars (see
Mobile App on page 211).

Opening and Closing
Keys
Types of Keys
CybertruckModel SModel X supports the following types of keys:
• Phone key - You can set up your personal phone as a "phone key" that communicates with CybertruckModel SModel X
using Bluetooth. A phone key supports automatic locking and unlocking.
• Key card - Tesla provides two key cards that communicate with CybertruckModel SModel X using short range radiofrequency identification (RFID) signals. Unlike the phone key and key fobs, the key card does not support automatic locking
and unlocking. In situations where your phone key has a dead battery, or is lost or stolen, use your key card to unlock, drive,
and lock CybertruckModel SModel X.
• Key fob - The key fob (if equipped) allows you to press buttons to open the front and rear trunks, and unlock, lock, and
drive CybertruckModel SModel X. The key fob also supports automatic locking and unlocking, if available in your region
(see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 79) and can be used as a backup to your phone key.
CybertruckModel SModel X supports a total of 19 keys, which can include phone keys, key cards, and up to four key fobs.
CAUTION: Remember to bring a key with you when you drive. Although you can drive CybertruckModel SModel X away
from its key, you will be unable to power it back on after it powers off.
Phone Key
CAUTION: Do not leave your paired phone in your vehicle (for example, if you are hiking or at the beach). If you must
leave your phone in the vehicle, disable Bluetooth and/or turn the phone off.
Using your phone as a key is a convenient way to access your CybertruckModel SModel X. As you approach, your phone's
Bluetooth signal is detected and the doors unlock when you press a door handle. Likewise, when you exit and walk away with
the phone key, doors automatically lock (provided the Walk-Away Door Lock feature is turned on; see Walk-Away Door Lock on
page 79).
Before you can use a phone to access CybertruckModel SModel X, follow these steps to authenticate it (see Pairing a New
Phone Key on page 67).
Once a phone has been authenticated, it no longer requires an internet connection to be used as a phone key for
CybertruckModel SModel X. However, to use the phone hands-free, access your phone's contacts, play media from it, etc.,
you must also pair it and connect it as a Bluetooth device (see Bluetooth on page 216).
To view a list of keys that can currently access CybertruckModel SModel X, or to remove a phone key, touch Controls > Locks
(see Managing Keys on page 67).
CybertruckModel SModel X can connect to three phone keys simultaneously. Therefore, if more than three phone keys are
detected and you want to authenticate or pair a different phone, move the other connected phone key(s) out of range or turn
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Some smartphones with NFC capability can be used to lock/unlock your vehicle, just like using a key card. Ensure the Tesla
mobile app is correctly paired to your vehicle and enable the NFC function on your phone. Once enabled, simply hold the
phone to the driver's side door pillar to lock or unlock the door. Refer to your smartphone's instructions for specific
information on how to do this.
Key Card
Tesla provides you with two CybertruckModel SModel X key cards, designed to fit in your wallet.
To use a key card to unlock or lock CybertruckModel SModel X, position the card as shown and tap it against the card reader
located approximately one third the way up of the driver's side door pillar. When CybertruckModel SModel X detects the key
card, the exterior lights flash, the mirrors unfold or fold (if Fold Mirrors is on), the horn sounds (if Lock Confirmation Sound is
on), and the doors unlock or lock.
NOTE: You may need to physically touch the wireless phone charger or driver's side door pillar with the key card, and you may
need to hold it against the transmitter for one or two seconds.

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Once inside, power up CybertruckModel SModel X by pressing the brake pedal within two minutes of scanning the key card
(see Starting and Powering Off on page 227). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must re-authenticate by placing the key
card near the card reader located in the wireless phone charger on the center console. When your key card is detected, your
two minute authentication period restarts.

NOTE: If enabled, Walk-Away Door Lock (see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 79) operates only when you walk away using a
phone key or passive key fob. When you walk away carrying your key card, CybertruckModel SModel X does not automatically
unlock/lock.
Key Fob
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, or date of manufacture, your vehicle may not come with a key fob.
Go to http://shop.tesla.com for more information.
You can quickly familiarize yourself with the key fob by thinking of it as a miniature version of CybertruckModel SModel X,
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1. Rear trunk - Double-click to open or close the rear trunk. Hold down for one to two seconds to open the charge port door.
2. Lock/Unlock All - Single-click to lock doors and trunks (all doors and trunks must be closed). Double-click to unlock doors
and trunks.
3. Front trunk - Double-click to unlatch the front trunk.
1. Trunk
◦ Double-click to open or close the rear trunk.
◦ If equipped with a powered liftgate, double-click to unlatch the rear trunk. You can also single-click to stop the liftgate
when it is moving.
◦ Hold the button down for one to two seconds to open the charge port door.
2. Lock/Unlock All
◦ Single-click to lock all doors and rear trunk. Hazard warning lights flash once.
NOTE: If a door or the rear trunk is open, hazard warning lights flash three times and doors do not lock. But you can
enable a single-click to both close all doors (and rear trunk) and lock them, by turning on the Close All with Key Fob
setting (touch Controls > Locks > Close All with Key Fob). By default, this setting is turned off and you must triple-click
the button to close and lock all doors.
◦ Double-click to unlock. Hazard warning lights flash twice.
NOTE: If Automatic Doors is enabled (touch Controls > Locks > Automatic Doors), doors unlock and the driver's door
opens as you approach Model X. A subsequent double-click opens the passenger front door.
3. Front trunk
◦ Double-click to unlatch the front trunk.
4. Falcon wing doors
◦ Double-click to open/close the associated falcon wing door.
◦ Single-click to stop movement of the associated falcon wing door. Subsequently double-clicking reverses movement of
the falcon wing door. For example if the door was opening, it closes, and vice versa.
NOTE: Falcon wing doors are designed to proactively detect obstacles that prevent the doors from moving when an obstacle is
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WARNING: Model X falcon wing doors have several sensors to detect the presence of an object in the door's path. In
most cases, when an object is detected, the door stops moving. However, the sensors are unable to detect all areas
under all circumstances, particularly when closing, Therefore, you must monitor the movement of falcon wing doors to
ensure the door's path of movement is free of obstacles, staying prepared at all times to proactively intervene to stop
the door from contacting an object (including a person). Failure to do so can cause serious damage or bodily injury.
Once inside, power up CybertruckModel SModel X by pressing the brake pedal within two minutes of pressing the unlock
button on the key fob (see Starting and Powering Off on page 227). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must press the
unlock button again, or place the key fob near the card reader located in the lower half of the left wireless phone charger,
facing downward, on the center console. When your key fob is detected, the two minute authentication period restarts.
When approaching or leaving CybertruckModel SModel X carrying the key fob, you do not need to point the key fob at
CybertruckModel SModel X as you press a button, but you must be within operating range.
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can affect the key. If this happens, move the key at least one foot (30 cm) away from
other electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.).
In the event that the key fob's battery is dead, you can still use it. To unlock the vehicle, scan the key fob on the card reader
located on the driver's side door pillar (like the key card).

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To drive the vehicle, scan the key fob on the phone charger.
1. Place it at the top of the left phone charger, against the center divider.
2. Point the front of the key fob down.
3. Swipe downwards.

1. Place it at the top of the left phone charger, against the center divider.
2. Point the front of the key fob to the left.
3. Swipe downwards.

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Instructions for changing the battery are provided in Replacing the Key Fob Battery on page 64.
NOTE: You can use the same key fob with multiple CybertruckModel SModel X vehicles provided you authenticate it (see
Managing Keys on page 67). However, key fob works with only one CybertruckModel SModel X at a time. Therefore, to use a
key fob for a different CybertruckModel SModel X, touch its flat side against the card reader on the driver's side door pillar.
NOTE: CybertruckModel SModel X supports up to four different key fobs.
CAUTION: Protect the key from impact, high temperatures, and damage from liquids. Avoid contact with solvents,
waxes, and abrasive cleaners.
Passive Locking and Unlocking

Locking and unlocking CybertruckModel SModel X with your key fob is conveniently hands-free. Although you must be
carrying a paired key fob, there is no need to use it. CybertruckModel SModel X has sensors around the vehicle that can
recognize the presence of a key fob within a range of approximately six feet (two meters). Therefore, you can keep your key
fob in your pocket or purse and press the door handle to unlock and extend the handle. When carrying your key fob with you,
you can also open the trunk without having to use the key by pressing the liftgate's exterior switch. If Walk-Away Door Lock is
enabled, CybertruckModel SModel X automatically locks when you exit and the key fob is no longer in range (see Walk-Away
Door Lock on page 79). Passive locking and unlocking is automatically enabled when you pair your key fob to
CybertruckModel SModel X.
Although you can use the same key fob with multiple vehicles, it can only be paired to one vehicle at a time. To activate a
paired key fob to a different vehicle, touch the flat side onto the driver's side door pillar and click any button on the key fob to
confirm.
NOTE: For increased security, passive locking and unlocking disables after being stationary for five minutes while within
vehicle range when the vehicle is not in use (for example, you are standing outside your vehicle). In this situation, you must
shake or press a button on the key fob to re-enable passive locking and unlocking.
Replacing the Key Fob Battery

Under normal use, the key fob has a battery that lasts for up to one year, depending on key fob version and selected vehicle
settings. When the battery is low, a message displays on the touchscreen.
To replace the key fob battery:
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NOTE: If a lanyard is attached to the key, you can release the bottom cover by placing your thumb against the "X" on the
bottom cover, then firmly pulling the lanyard toward you (hence pushing the key off of its cover). You can also pry the cover
off by placing a small flat-bladed tool, a fingernail, or the Tesla-provided tool against the lanyard cord.
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3. While avoiding touching the battery's flat surfaces, insert the new battery (type CR2330CR2354) with the ‘+’ side facing
up.
NOTE: Wipe the battery clean before fitting and avoid touching the battery's flat surfaces. Finger marks on the flat surfaces
of the battery can reduce battery life.
CAUTION: The battery should press against the spring on the positive contact. Do not place the battery on top of the
contact and force it down vertically. Doing so may damage the contact.

NOTE: CR2330CR2354 batteries can be purchased from any retailer that sells batteries.
4. Holding the bottom cover at an angle, align the tabs on the cover with the corresponding slots on the key fob, then press
the cover firmly onto the key fob until it snaps into place.
5. Test that the key fob works by unlocking and locking CybertruckModel SModel X.
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WARNING: Key fob batteries contain a chemical burn hazard and should not be ingested. The key fob contains a coin cell
battery. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns within two hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the
product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
Attaching a Lanyard

To attach a lanyard, release the bottom cover as described above. Place the lanyard over the pin located between the slots on
the widest side of the key fob. Re-align the cover and snap into place.
Managing Keys
To display a list of all keys that can access your CybertruckModel SModel X, touch Controls > Locks. An icon displays next to
each key to indicate whether the key is a phone key, key card, or key fob. Use this list to manage keys that have access to your
CybertruckModel SModel X.
CybertruckModel SModel X supports up to 19 keys. When you reach this limit, you must delete a key before adding a new one.
NOTE: You can use the same key for more than one CybertruckModel SModel X. This prevents you from having to deal with
multiple keys when you switch vehicles. If you customize the name of an authenticated key card or key fob on one