Tesla MODEL 3 2020, Owner'S Manual

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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 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.
If Vehicle Has No Power
If Model 3 has no 12V power, perform the
following steps to open the hood or jump
start the auxiliary 12V battery.
Jump Starting the 12V Battery
CAUTION: Model 3 cannot be used to
jump start another vehicle. Doing so
can result in damage.
NOTE: If jump starting Model 3 using another
vehicle, refer to that vehicle manufacturer's
instructions. The following instructions
assume an external 12V power supply (such
as a portable jump starter) is used.
CAUTION: Avoid short circuits when
jump starting Model 3. Connecting
cables to the wrong terminals,
touching leads together, etc., can
result in damage to Model 3.
1. Open the hood (see Opening Hood with
No Power on page 23 ).
2. Remove the maintenance panel by
pulling it upwards to release the trim clips
that hold it in place.
Instructions for Transporters
237 Roadside Assistance