Tesla Model S: Tire Care and Maintenance
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Tire Care and Maintenance
- Displaying Tire Pressures
- Inspecting and Maintaining Tires
- Replacing Tires and Wheels
- Tire Pressure Monitoring
- Seasonal Tire Types
- Driving in Low Temperatures
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Displaying Tire Pressures
Display tire pressures on the touchscreen by touching
Controls > Service. The pressure of each tire displays in
the visualization of your Model S, in addition to what
time your tire pressures we
Inspecting and Maintaining Tires
Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for any sign of
distortion (bulges), foreign objects, cuts or wear.
WARNING: Do not drive Model S if a tire is
damaged, excessively worn, or inflated to
Replacing Tires and Wheels
Tires degrade over time due to the effects of ultraviolet
light, extreme temperatures, high loads, and
environmental conditions. It is recommended that tires
are replaced every six years, or sooner
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Bash Plate - Front - Stamping (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove the bash plate extrusion
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2), shoulder
washers (x2), and washers (x2) that secure the bash plate stamping
to the front subframe skid
Pedals & Steering
Acceleration Adjust the amount of acceleration. Chill limits acceleration for
a slightly smoother and gentler ride, whereas Sport provides the normal level of
acceleration.
NOTE: When Chill is selected, Chill displays on the
touchscreen above the driving speed.
Drag Strip Mode: Preconditions the
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