Tesla Model S: Safety & Security Settings
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Using the Touchscreen / Safety & Security Settings
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About the Security System
If Model S does not detect a key nearby and a locked
door or trunk is opened, an alarm sounds. The
headlights and turn signals also flash. To deactivate the
alarm, press any button on the key fob.
PIN to Drive
To increase security, you can prevent Model S from
being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification
Number) is entered. To enable this setting, touch
Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive
Speed Limit Mode
Speed Limit Mode allows you to limit acceleration and
limit the maximum driving speed to a chosen value
between 50 and 120 mph (80 and 193 km/h). The first
time you use this feature, you must creat
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Air pressure in tires very low
PULL OVER SAFELY - Check for flat tire
This alert indicates that one or more of the tires on your vehicle is
extremely low or flat.
The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) has detected that the air pressure in
one or more of your tires is
significantly lower than the recommended cold tire pre
Safety
Allow Mobile Access: Allow your Tesla mobile app to
access your Model S (see Mobile App).
NOTE: To disable Allow Mobile Access, you must enter
your Tesla account credentials.
Parking Brake: Manually apply and release the parking
brake (see Parking Brake).
Power Off: Manually power off Model S (s
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