Tesla Model S: Parameters
Autopark detects potential parking spaces based on the
following parameters:
Perpendicular Parking
- Your driving speed must be below 8 mph (13 km/h). If
driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to
accurately detect your desired parking space.
- The parking space must be at least 7.2 feet (2.2
meters) wide.
- The parking space must have at least three visible
lines for the vehicle to park into, such as parking lines,
road markings, or distinct curbs. Autopark may not
work in a garage, for example, without three visible
parking lines.
- Autopark may not work with textured road surfaces
such as cobblestone or brick.
Parallel Parking
- Your driving speed must be below 13 mph (21 km/h).
If driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to
accurately detect your desired parking space.
- There must be a vehicle in front of the space you
want to park in.
- A distinct curb or edge must be visible. Autopark
may not correctly identify the parking space if the
curb is not distinct, such as grass or dirt.
NOTE: Autopark does not operate on angled parking
spaces.
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When driving, follow these steps to allow Autopark to
maneuver Model S into a parking space:
1. While driving slowly on a public road, monitor the
instrument panel to determine when Autopark has
de
To pause Autopark, press the brake pedal once. Model S
stops and remains stopped until you touch Resume on
the touchscreen.
To Cancel Parking
Autopark cancels the parking sequence when you
manually
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Summon, or the
feature may not operate exactly as described.
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Removal
Remove liftgate glazing (refer to procedure)
Position liftgate glazing on suitable glazing stand.
Note installed position of Central High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL).
Using a suitable tool cut CHMSL from liftgate glazing.
Warning: To avoid per
Removal
Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever toward you.
Open the hood to the service position.
Remove the cowl screen panel (refer to procedure).
Remove the LH strut (RH strut for RHD) (refer to procedure)