Tesla Model S: Shifting
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Driving / Shifting
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Auto Shift out of Park
NOTE: Auto Shift out of Park is a BETA feature and is
disabled by default.
When Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model S is
designed to use inputs from various sensors to
automatically select Dri
Shift Using the Center Console
In addition to manually shifting on the touchscreen, you
can shift by pressing P, R, N or D located on the center
console. In most situations, these buttons are not
available until you press one of
Park
Model S automatically shifts into Park whenever it
determines that you are exiting the vehicle. For example,
the driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is
stopped. Model S also automatical
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Brake Sensor Cluster - ESC (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove center console assembly
(refer to procedure)
Disconnect wiring harness connector.
Carefully cut acoustic padding covering ESC
sensor.
Peel back acoustic padding to expose ESC
module.
Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
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