Tesla Model S Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model S: Starting and Powering Off

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Owner's Manual / Driving / Starting and Powering Off

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 Starting

When you open a door to enter Model S, the instrument panel and touchscreen power on and you can operate all controls. To shift Model S, press the brake pedal and swipe up for Drive or down for Rev

 Powering Off

When you finish driving, simply exit the vehicle. When you leave Model S with your phone key and key fob, it powers off automatically, turning off the instrument panel and touchscreen. Model S als

 Shifting

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 Actuator - Latch - Hood - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)

Removal Remove the ankle catcher (refer to procedure). Remove the LH and RH condenser ducts (refer to procedure). Remove the plastic rivets (x3) that secure the center louver assembly. Note: The following image shows the center louver assembly from the rear.

 Receiving a Phone Call

When your phone receives an incoming call, the touchscreen displays the caller's number or name (if the caller is in your phone's contact list and Model S has access to your contacts). Touch one of the options on the touchscreen to Answer or Ignore the call. Depending on the phone you are usin

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