Tesla Model S: How It Works
Your Model S includes the following components that actively monitor the surrounding area:
- A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
- Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers.
- A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
- Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
- A camera is mounted to each front fender.
- Radar (if equipped) is mounted behind the front bumper.
Model S is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering systems.
In addition, the cabin camera can determine driver inattentiveness and provide alerts when Autopilot is engaged. By default, data from the camera does not leave the vehicle itself. In other words, data is not saved or transmitted unless you enable data sharing. To enable data sharing, touch Controls > Software > Data Sharing > Allow Cabin Camera Analytics. Cabin Camera Analytics helps Tesla continue to develop even safer vehicles in the future. See Cabin Camera.
NOTE: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean before each drive. See Cleaning Cameras and Sensors for more information. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
Active Safety Features
These Active Safety features are designed to increase your safety:
- Lane Assist
- Collision Avoidance Assist
- Speed Assist
- Cabin Camera
You can enable/disable some of these features and in some cases, control how they work. To access settings for these features, touch Controls > Autopilot.
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Autopilot Features
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with all features listed
below, or a feature may not operate exact
Limitations
Many factors can impact the performance of Autopilot
components, causing them to be unable to function as
intended. These include (but are not limited to):
Poor visibility (due to heavy rain, snow
Cleaning Cameras and Sensors
To ensure the various Autopilot components can provide
information that is as accurate as possible, keep them
clean and free of obstructions, condensation, or damage
(see Cleaning).
Condensation c
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Air Suspension
NOTE: When Model S starts, you may hear the sound of
the compressor as the air suspension system's reservoir
fills with air.
Your Model S is equipped with Adaptive Air Suspension
that offers superior ride quality and allows you to
choose a softer or firmer ride based on your preference.
When ca
Auto-Raising Locations
Whenever you raise the suspension to High or Very
High, the location is automatically saved. By saving the
location, you do not need to manually raise the
suspension every time you arrive at a frequently-used
location where you have previously raised the
suspension. When you return to the saved
