Tesla Model S: Instructions for Transporters
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Owner's Manual / Roadside Assistance / Instructions for Transporters
- Do Not Transport with Wheels On the Ground
- Approved Methods for Transporting
- Disable the Self-Leveling Air Suspension System
- Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Front (Using Tow Eye)
- Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear (Using Tow Eye)
- Pull onto the Flatbed Truck From Front (Without Tow Eye)
- If Vehicle Has No Power
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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 tr
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
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Emergency Lane Departure
Avoidance
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance automatically
applies steering to avoid a potential collision in
situations where:
Model S is departing a lane and may collide with a
vehicle traveling in the same direction in the adjacent
lane (regardless of the status of the turn signal).
Mo
Motor - Seat Height - Driver's Seat (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Power the seat fully upward, away from the floor.
Remove the driver's seat outer side cover (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the seat height motor connector and harness.
Remove the outboard nuts (x3) that secure the seat height motor
to the seat (torque 8 Nm).
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