2. Chock the tires or make sure Model 3 is secure.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal, then on the
touchscreen, touch
Controls
>
Service
>
Towing
. The
touchscreen displays a message reminding you how
to properly transport Model 3.
4. Press and hold the
Transport Mode
button until it
turns blue. Model 3 is now free-rolling and can slowly
be rolled (no faster than walking speed) or winched.
To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model 3 into Park.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a low voltage
Lead-Acid Battery (see
): Transport Mode may cancel if
Model 3 loses low voltage power after Transport Mode is
enabled.
CAUTION:
If the electrical system is not working,
and you therefore cannot use the touchscreen to
activate Transport Mode, use self-loading dollies or
tire skates. Before doing so, always check the
manufacturer's specifications and recommended
loading capacity.
Pull onto the Flatbed Truck
NOTE:
If Model 3 has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle
onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow
eye. Using the chassis, frame, or suspension
components to pull the vehicle can result in
damage.
1. Locate the tow eye. The tow eye is located under the
carpet in the front trunk.
2. Release the tow eye cover by pressing firmly on its
top right perimeter until it pivots inward, then gently
pulling the raised section toward you.
NOTE:
The tow eye cover is connected to the
vehicle's black negative (-) terminal.
3. Fully insert the tow eye into the opening, then turn it
counter-clockwise
until securely fastened.
4. Attach the winch cable to the tow eye.
CAUTION:
Before pulling, make sure the tow
eye is securely tightened.
5. Activate Transport Mode.
6. Pull Model 3 slowly onto the flatbed truck.
Secure the Tires
The vehicle's tires must be secured onto the truck using
the eight-point tie-down method:
• Ensure any metal parts on the tie-down straps do not
contact painted surfaces or the face of the wheels.
• Do not place tie-down straps over the body panels or
through the wheels.
CAUTION:
Attaching the tie-down straps to the
chassis, suspension or other parts of the vehicle's
body may cause damage.
Instructions for Transporters
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Roadside Assistance
