Tesla MODEL 3 2020, Owner'S Manual

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3. Pull the charge port's release cable
downwards to unlatch the charge cable.
NOTE: The release cable may be recessed
within the opening of the trim.
4. Pull the charge cable from the charge
port.
CAUTION: The release cable is
designed for use only in situations
where the charge cable cannot be
released from the charge port using
the usual methods. Continuous use
may result in damage to the release
cable or charging equipment.
WARNING: Do not perform this
procedure while your vehicle is
charging or if any orange high voltage
conductors are exposed. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in
electric shock and serious injury or
damage to the vehicle. If you have any
uncertainty as to how to safely
perform this procedure, contact your
closest Service Center.
WARNING: Do not attempt to remove
the charge cable while simultaneously
pulling the release cable. Always pull
the release cable before attempting to
remove the charge cable from the
charge port. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in electric shock
and serious injury.
Charge Port Light
• WHITE: The charge port door is open.
Model 3 is ready to charge and the
connector is not inserted, or the charge
port latch is unlocked and the connector is
ready to be removed.
• BLUE: Model 3 detects that a connector
has been plugged in.
• BLINKING BLUE: Model 3 is
communicating with the connector. Either
Model 3 is preparing to charge, or a
charging session is scheduled to begin at a
specified future time.
• BLINKING GREEN: Charging is in
progress. As Model 3 approaches a full
charge, the frequency of the blinking slows.
• SOLID GREEN: Charging is complete.
• SOLID AMBER: The connector is not fully
plugged in. Realign the connector to the
charge port and insert fully.
• BLINKING AMBER: Model 3 is charging at
a reduced current (AC charging only).
• RED: A fault is detected and charging has
stopped. Check the touchscreen for a fault
message.
Charging Instructions
195 Charging