Tesla Model S: Cold Weather Best Practices
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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 wa
Cold weather can increase energy consumption because
more power is required for driving, cabin and Battery
heating. Follow these suggestions to reduce energy
consumption:
Use seat heaters to keep
Leave Model S plugged in when not in use. This uses the
charging system, rather than the Battery itself, to keep
the Battery warm (see High Voltage Battery Information).
Scheduled Departure
When par
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Removal
Remove pivot lock (refer to procedure)
Release and remove latch cover from seat back.
Carefully release cover from seat back frame.
Remove cover and foam assembly from frame.
Close charge port - Press brake pedal and retry
Charging has stopped because your vehicle has detected that the connection
between the charge port and charge
cable has been unexpectedly interrupted.
Before disconnecting a charge cable, make sure you first stop charging.
With some external chargi