2021 Tesla Model S Traction Control Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Traction Control How It Works The traction control system constantly monitors the speed of the front and rear wheels. If Model S experiences a loss of traction, the system minimizes wheel spin by controlling brake pressure and motor power. By default, the traction control system is on. Under normal conditions, it should remain on … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Park Assist Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Park Assist How Park Assist Works Model S has several sensors designed to detect the presence of objects. When driving slowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when parking), the vehicle alerts you if an object is detected in close proximity of your Model S. Objects are only detected in your chosen direction; front objects … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Vehicle Hold Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Vehicle Hold When Model S is stopped, Vehicle Hold can continue to apply the brakes even after you remove your foot from the brake pedal. When driving on a hill or on a flat surface, brake as you normally would. After coming to a complete stop, simply press the brake pedal again (until the instrument … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Acceleration Modes Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Acceleration Modes Touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Acceleration to choose a preferred acceleration mode: Chill limits acceleration for a slightly smoother and gentler ride. Note When Chill is selected, Chill displays on the instrument panel, above the driving speed. Sport provides the normal level of acceleration. Insane (called Plaid on performance vehicles) (if equipped) provides access to the maximum level of … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Track Mode Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Track Mode   Track Mode, available only on Plaid Model S vehicles, is designed to modify the stability control, traction control, regenerative braking, and cooling systems to increase performance and handling while driving on closed-circuit courses. Track Mode improves cornering ability by intelligently using the motors, and regenerative and traditional braking systems. When … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Trip Information Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Trip Information Displaying Trip Information Trip information displays on the touchscreen when you touch Controls > Trips. For the current trip, you can display distance, duration, and average energy usage. You can also show distance and total and average energy used since your last charge and for additional trips. To name or rename a … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Getting Maximum Range Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Getting Maximum Range Factors Affecting Energy Consumption While driving: Elevated driving speed. Environmental conditions such as cold or hot weather and wind. Using climate controls to heat or cool the cabin. Uphill travel: Driving uphill requires more energy and depletes range at a faster rate. However, driving downhill allows your vehicle … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Rear Facing Camera(s) Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Rear Facing Camera(s) Camera Location Model S is equipped with a rear view camera located above the rear license plate. Whenever you shift into Reverse, the touchscreen displays the view from the camera. Lines show your driving path based on the position of the steering yoke. These lines adjust as you move the steering yoke. … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Pedestrian Warning System Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Pedestrian Warning System The Pedestrian Warning System (if equipped) causes Model S to emit a sound when driving below 19 mph (32 km/h) or while driving in reverse. Electric vehicles operate quietly and this sound helps to alert pedestrians of your oncoming vehicle. The sound, which activates whenever Model S is shifted out of Park, gets louder as speed increases. … Read more

2021 Tesla Model S Cold Weather Best Practices Owners Manual

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2021 Tesla Model S Cold Weather Best Practices To ensure that Model S provides you with the best ownership experience possible in harsh cold weather conditions, follow these best practices. Before Driving When snow and ice accumulate on your vehicle, moving parts, such as the door handles, windows, mirrors, and wipers can freeze in place. To achieve maximum … Read more