Tesla Model S: Do Not Transport with Wheels On the Ground
The front and rear motors in Model S generate power when the wheels spin. Always transport Model S with all four tires off the ground. Ensure that the tires are unable to spin at any time during transport.
WARNING: NEVER TRANSPORT YOUR VEHICLE WITH THE TIRES IN A POSITION WHERE THEY CAN SPIN. DOING SO CAN LEAD TO SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE AND OVERHEATING. IN RARE CASES EXTREME OVERHEATING MAY CAUSE THE SURROUNDING COMPONENTS TO IGNITE.
Do not transport Model S using any method that is not specified by Tesla. Adhere to the instructions provided in the following sections and observe all warnings and cautions provided. Damage caused by improper transporting of your vehicle is not covered by the warranty.
NOTE: Tesla is not liable or responsible for reimbursing services not dispatched through Tesla Roadside Assistance.
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Approved Methods for Transporting
A flatbed truck or comparable transport vehicle is the
recommended method of transporting Model S. The
vehicle can face either direction when using a flatbed.
If Model S must be transported without
Disable the Self-Leveling Air
Suspension System
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to use the
touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
Your Model S is equipped with an air suspension system
Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Front
(Using Tow Eye)
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull t
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Reservoir Assembly - Coolant (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window
Sliding Glass - Panoramic Roof Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Note: Before beginning
this procedure, prepare a covered surface or workbench to
support the moving glass after it is removed from the vehicle.
Fully open the panoramic moving glass.
Remove and discard the mounting screws (x4)
that s
