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MODEL Y

OWNER'S MANUAL

Software version: 2022.20

Korea

Summary of Contents for MODEL Y 2012

Page 1: ...MODEL Y OWNER S MANUAL Software version 2022 20 Korea...

Page 2: ...n the touchscreen in your vehicle may appear slightly different All specifications and descriptions contained in this document are verified to be accurate at the time of printing However because conti...

Page 3: ...tive Safety Features 114 Lane Assist 114 Collision Avoidance Assist 117 Speed Assist 120 Cabin Camera 121 Using the Touchscreen 122 Controls 122 Climate Controls 128 Maps and Navigation 133 Media 138...

Page 4: ...age 162 7 Autopilot cameras About Autopilot on page 84 8 Exterior mirrors Mirrors on page 48 9 Radar sensor if equipped hidden from view About Autopilot on page 84 10 Hood front trunk Front Trunk on p...

Page 5: ...a on page 121 8 Hazard warning flashers Hazard Warning Flashers on page 56 9 Passenger dome light Lights on page 54 10 Climate control vent see Climate Controls on page 128 11 Power window switches Wi...

Page 6: ...oice commands see Voice Commands on page 147 The main component of the touchscreen is the map area Other main components are shown here NOTE Illustrations are provided to improve conceptual understand...

Page 7: ...22 5 Climate controls driver Use the left and right arrows to decrease increase cabin temperature Touch Split on the popup to display separate controls for the driver and passenger Touch the temperatu...

Page 8: ...to the temperature instead of in the My Apps area NOTE Controls for example wipers defrosters and seat heaters appear in the app tray only when you enter customization mode by touching and holding an...

Page 9: ...al Bluetooth settings are enabled Bluetooth is enabled within your phone s settings for the Tesla mobile app For example on your phone navigate to Settings choose the Tesla mobile app and ensure the B...

Page 10: ...runk Double click to unlatch the front trunk 2 Lock Unlock All Single click to lock doors and trunks all doors and trunks must be closed Double click to unlock doors and trunks 3 Rear trunk Double cli...

Page 11: ...ith multiple vehicles it can only be paired to one vehicle at a time To activate a paired key fob to a different vehicle touch the flat side onto the driver s side door pillar and click any button on...

Page 12: ...odel Y to which the key card or key fob is authenticated also displays the changed name Adding and Removing Keys To add a new key card or key fob NOTE When adding a key fob ensure it is at room temper...

Page 13: ...llowing fingers jewelry acrylic nails etc from being pinched by the door or door handle mechanism Failure to do so may result in damage or injury Opening Doors from the Interior Model Y doors are elec...

Page 14: ...ite Destinations on page 135 A phone key or paired key fob is detected inside Model Y A door or trunk is not fully closed The phone key s Bluetooth setting is turned off Key fob or phone key remains w...

Page 15: ...e closing the door WARNING Before closing a window it is the driver s responsibility to ensure that all occupants especially children do not have any body parts extended through the window s opening F...

Page 16: ...grasping the liftgate to stop it in place WARNING Before opening or closing the liftgate check the surrounding area for people and objects You must proactively monitor the liftgate to ensure that it d...

Page 17: ...You can then fold the cargo cover forward or remove it from Model Y Secure all cargo before moving Model Y and place heavy cargo in the lower trunk compartment Distribute cargo weight between the fron...

Page 18: ...the front of the hood in the areas shown in green then press down firmly to engage the latches 3 Carefully try to lift the front edge of the hood to ensure that it is fully closed CAUTION To prevent d...

Page 19: ...ower you will be unable to open the front trunk using the touchscreen key fob or mobile app To open the front trunk in this situation NOTE The following steps do not open the front trunk if Model Y is...

Page 20: ...latches are immediately released and you can now open the hood to access the front trunk area 7 Disconnect both cables beginning with the black negative cable 8 If pulling the vehicle onto a flatbed...

Page 21: ...closed and you lock Model Y using the mobile app key card you leave Model Y carrying your phone key if Walk Away Door Lock is turned on or if Valet mode is active see Valet Mode on page 44 It does no...

Page 22: ...r socket and an accessory s connector can become hot WARNING To prevent excessive interference with the vehicle s electronics Tesla recommends that you do not plug any non Tesla accessories including...

Page 23: ...the low voltage battery NOTE Use USB 3 0 compliant cables to connect a device to a USB port Using non compliant cables can result in slower charging potential connection problems or degraded performa...

Page 24: ...e available when you touch Controls and your vehicle is ready to record videos You may need to first enable Sentry Mode if equipped by touching Controls Sentry Viewing Video Recordings You can view re...

Page 25: ...rom the center of the airbag cover 3 Place the shoulder section of the seat belt mid way between your neck and your shoulder Fit the lap section of the belt tightly across your hips not across your st...

Page 26: ...ck to the desired position and then release the handle Ensure the seat back is securely latched into position by pushing it forward and rearward Folding Second Row Seat Backs To maximize cargo space e...

Page 27: ...ed by a passenger that is not in a child safety seat the corresponding head support should be adjusted align the center of the head support with the center of the occupant s head and locked into posit...

Page 28: ...e seating an occupant Failure to do so increases the risk of injury or death if a collision occurs Seat Heaters The front and second row seats contain heating pads that operate at three levels from 3...

Page 29: ...eat belt reminder alert To mute the reminder touch the associated seat on the seat belt reminder card that displays on the touchscreen when a seat belt reminder alert is active When a reminder is mute...

Page 30: ...ance WARNING Never place anything between you and the seat belt to cushion the impact in the event of a collision Seat Belt Pre tensioners The front seat belts are equipped with pre tensioners that wo...

Page 31: ...ith any part of the strap twisted WARNING Each seat belt assembly must be used by one occupant only It is dangerous to put a seat belt around a child being carried on an occupant s lap WARNING Seat be...

Page 32: ...te the Easy Entry setting with the driver s profile when a child is seated in the second row Doing so can cause the driver s seat to push against the child especially when a child is seated in a forwa...

Page 33: ...dren to ride rear facing using the child safety seat s integrated 5 point harness for a longer period of time BASED UPON SPECIFIC HEIGHT AND WEIGHT LIMITS Keep your child in a rear facing seat for as...

Page 34: ...nding in slack and preventing the seat belt from extending any further until it has been completely rewound When installing a child safety seat engage the belt s automatic locking retractor by pulling...

Page 35: ...the child safety seat from side to side and try to pull it away from the seat then check to ensure the anchors remain securely in place Attaching Upper Tether Straps If an upper tether strap is provid...

Page 36: ...in the front passenger seat WARNING Do not use a forward facing child safety seat until your child weighs over 9 kg and can sit independently Up to the age of two a child s spine and neck are not suf...

Page 37: ...se a child safety seat that has been involved in a collision Have the seat inspected or replaced as described in the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions Child Safety Seats 35 Seating and Saf...

Page 38: ...seating positions The airbag is a supplemental restraint at those seating positions All occupants including the driver should always wear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at...

Page 39: ...motion of the front seat occupants by restricting leg movement thereby positioning the occupants so that the front airbags work more effectively Seat mounted side airbags A seat mounted side airbag i...

Page 40: ...WARNING Never seat a child on the front passenger seat WARNING Always use a seat belt and a child restraint system WARNING Sit as far back as possible from the airbag Airbags 38 MODEL Y Owner s Manual...

Page 41: ...approximately six seconds after you power on Model Y for the occupant classification system OCS to report accurate status of the front passenger airbag As a result when you first power on Model Y eve...

Page 42: ...r seat with an active airbag DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the child can occur Per recommendations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration all occupants age 12 and under must ride in the re...

Page 43: ...odged under the seat or wedged between the seat back and cushion Heavy objects sitting on the seat briefcase large purse Cargo interfering with the seat Aftermarket items attached to or placed between...

Page 44: ...position the passenger s feet must be on the floor Incorrect seating position the passenger must not slide forward on the seat cushion Incorrect seating position the passenger must not recline the ba...

Page 45: ...o could restrict deployment of the seat mounted side air bags if a collision occurs It can also reduce the accuracy of the occupant detection system if equipped WARNING Airbags inflate with considerab...

Page 46: ...pedal settings automatically adjust back to the settings used by the most recent driver profile or based on the key if it s linked to a driver profile To use Easy Entry with a driver profile ensure th...

Page 47: ...cancel Valet mode provided Model Y is in Park When using the mobile app you do not need to enter a PIN because you are already required to log into the app using your Tesla Account credentials NOTE If...

Page 48: ...n what is currently in use As you adjust volume the touchscreen displays the volume level and whether you are adjusting volume for media navigation or phone calls Push the scroll button to the right t...

Page 49: ...Steering Wheel 47 Driving...

Page 50: ...uto Dim Availability of this feature depends on market region and date of manufacture Folding Mirrors at Specific Locations In addition to having mirrors fold automatically whenever you park Model Y y...

Page 51: ...Mirrors 49 Driving...

Page 52: ...shift into Park by pressing the button on the end of the drive stalk When you leave Model Y with your phone key and key fob it powers off automatically turning off the touchscreen Model Y also powers...

Page 53: ...al behavior or displays a nondescript alert 1 Shift into Park 2 On the touchscreen touch Controls Safety Power Off 3 Wait for at least two minutes without interacting with the vehicle Do not open the...

Page 54: ...k all the way down and release You can shift into Drive when Model Y is stopped or moving less than 8 km h in Reverse NOTE When in Drive push the drive stalk all the way down and release to enable cru...

Page 55: ...s method to stop the vehicle unless absolutely necessary WARNING It is the driver s responsibility to always ensure the vehicle is in Park before exiting Never rely on Model Y to automatically shift i...

Page 56: ...when parked on specific types of roads etc OFF Exterior lights turn off until you manually turn them back on or until the next time you drive Only the exterior position lights tail lights and license...

Page 57: ...headlights are on and Auto High Beam is disabled or currently unavailable Auto High Beam is enabled and high beams are on Model Y is ready to turn off the high beams if light is detected Auto High Bea...

Page 58: ...tor lights up on the touchscreen when a turn signal is operating Model Y also emits a clicking sound WARNING When actively using Traffic Aware Cruise Control engaging a turn signal can cause Model Y t...

Page 59: ...atus or condition A brake system fault is detected or the brake fluid level is low See Braking and Stopping on page 61 Contact Tesla immediately A brake booster fault has been detected See Braking and...

Page 60: ...ot be available due to cold weather conditions During these cold weather conditions charging rates may also be limited If Model Y is plugged in you can heat your Battery by turning on climate control...

Page 61: ...ee Autosteer on page 92 NOTE If Navigate on Autopilot is active the driving lane displays as a single blue line in front of Model Y see Navigate on Autopilot on page 97 8 The speed limit that is curre...

Page 62: ...ng is automatic and you cannot change it CAUTION Ensure the wipers are off before washing Model Y to avoid the risk of damaging the wipers Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper blades If...

Page 63: ...istance WARNING Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you and be aware of hazardous driving conditions While the ABS can improve stopping distance it cannot overcome the laws of...

Page 64: ...f the power meter shows power that is used to accelerate the vehicle During acceleration the power meter fills to the right with gray to represent the amount of power being used NOTE To ensure visibil...

Page 65: ...l then touch Parking Brake If Model Y was previously in Park it shifts into Neutral When you manually apply the parking brake using the touchscreen or by pressing and holding the button on the end of...

Page 66: ...WARNING Neglecting to replace worn brake pads damages the braking system and can result in a braking hazard Braking and Stopping 64 MODEL Y Owner s Manual...

Page 67: ...in making it possible to rock Model Y out of a situation in which the wheels are stuck Off Road Assist is designed to provide overall improvements when driving off road In addition to allowing the whe...

Page 68: ...n pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects that are moving protruding located too far above or below the sensors or too close or too far from the sensors Park Assist is for guidance purposes only and...

Page 69: ...the blind spot of the sensors Weather conditions heavy rain snow or fog are interfering with sensor operation The object is thin such as a sign post A sensor s operating range has been exceeded The ob...

Page 70: ...he touchscreen whenever Vehicle Hold is actively braking Model Y To disengage Vehicle Hold press the accelerator pedal or press and release the brake pedal NOTE Shifting into Neutral also disengages V...

Page 71: ...ge You can also show distance and total and average energy used since your last charge and for additional trips To name or rename a trip touch the trip s name enter a new name for the trip then press...

Page 72: ...t than heating the cabin using climate controls With your vehicle plugged in use the mobile app to precondition your vehicle to ensure the cabin is at a comfortable temperature and windows are defrost...

Page 73: ...splays the predicted amount of energy that will remain when you arrive at the charging destination Trip Planner if available in your market region routes you through Supercharger locations to minimize...

Page 74: ...s can reduce the performance of the cameras including a dirty or obstructed lens Therefore depending on the cameras to determine if Model Y is approaching an obstruction can result in damage to the ve...

Page 75: ...whenever Model Y is shifted out of Park gets louder as speed increases NOTE The Pedestrian Warning System may not be available in vehicles manufactured prior to approximately July 1 2021 WARNING If s...

Page 76: ...example assuming the carrier weighs 18 kg the weight threshold is sufficient for carrying two bicycles weighing approximately 27 kg each or four items weighing approximately 14 kg each NOTE Consult t...

Page 77: ...wing a Trailer Before towing a trailer you must do the following Inflate tires to the cold tire inflation pressure specified in Tire Pressures when Towing on page 75 Observe all regulations and legal...

Page 78: ...o manually engage or disengage Trailer Mode touch Controls Pedals Steering Trailer Mode on the touchscreen One of the following indicators displays Trailer Mode is active Model Y detects a connection...

Page 79: ...g someone help you with these steps 1 One person presses and holds the brake pedal 2 A second person places the wheel chocks under the wheels on the downgrade side of the vehicle s tires 3 When the ch...

Page 80: ...of the hitch assembly 3 Re install the dust cover for the hitch housing and store the ball mount in a secure location Electrical Connections Regulations require all trailers to be equipped with tail l...

Page 81: ...he ground and there is enough slack in the cable to allow for turns WARNING Use only the electrical connections designed by Tesla Do not attempt to directly splice or attempt to connect a trailer s el...

Page 82: ...mobile app before driving can also reduce charging time at a Supercharger or third party fast charger especially if the Supercharger or third party fast charger is close enough that Trip Planner if a...

Page 83: ...n when performing this step 5 Remove the towel or other soft material used to prop the door handle open 6 Pivot the door handle in and out approximately ten times 7 For a second time place the end of...

Page 84: ...g and Scheduled Departure on page 165 NOTE Installing winter tires can result in temporarily reduced regenerative braking power but after a short period of driving Model Y recalibrates to correct this...

Page 85: ...uled Departure on page 165 NOTE If your charge port latch is frozen in place it may not lock the charging cable in place when inserted but it can still charge at a slow AC rate even if the latch is no...

Page 86: ...in camera can determine driver inattentiveness and provide alerts when Autopilot is engaged By default data from the camera does not leave the vehicle itself In other words data is not saved or transm...

Page 87: ...ons For example calibration completes quicker when driving on a straight road with multiple lanes such as a controlled access highway with highly visible lane markings in the driving lane as well as t...

Page 88: ...lingering issues Cleaning Cameras and Sensors To ensure the various Autopilot components can provide information that is as accurate as possible keep them clean and free of obstructions condensation...

Page 89: ...is detected ahead of you you must be driving at least 30 km h unless certain vehicle and environmental conditions are met in which case you may be able to initiate it at lower speeds If a vehicle is d...

Page 90: ...also adjusts the cruising speed when entering and exiting curves You can manually accelerate at any time when cruising at a set speed but when you release the accelerator Traffic Aware Cruise Control...

Page 91: ...ns to slow down Model Y If you do not drive onto the off ramp Traffic Aware Cruise Control resumes cruising at the set speed In a region with right hand traffic this occurs only when you engage the ri...

Page 92: ...ge the turn signal NOTE Overtake Acceleration occurs when you hold the turn signal in the momentary position partially engaged When you release the turn signal Model Y stops accelerating in the same w...

Page 93: ...h the road in front of you and stay prepared to take appropriate action It is the driver s responsibility to be in control of Model Y at all times Summary of Cruise Indicators Traffic Aware Cruise Con...

Page 94: ...corner of the touchscreen displays a gray Autosteer icon next to the driving gear To initiate Autosteer move the drive stalk fully down twice in quick succession To indicate that Autosteer is now acti...

Page 95: ...ering wheel you can increase your set speed again if desired Hold Steering Wheel Autosteer determines how best to assist in steering Model Y When active Autosteer requires you to hold the steering whe...

Page 96: ...nstantly changing and where bicycles and pedestrians are present WARNING The performance of Auto Lane Change depends on the ability of the camera s to recognize lane markings WARNING Do not use Auto L...

Page 97: ...onds or when you press the brake pedal whichever comes first Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning provides warnings only It does not slow down or stop Model Y at red traffic lights stop signs road marking...

Page 98: ...le is detected in your blind spot when you engage the turn signal Model Y is being driven very close to a vehicle in front of it which is blocking the view of the camera s WARNING Many unforeseen circ...

Page 99: ...g into an adjacent lane to pass a vehicle in front of you Speed based lanes changes are optional You can use this setting to disable speed based lane changes or to specify how aggressively you want Na...

Page 100: ...the map s turn by turn direction list to notify you when an upcoming lane change is required to stay on your navigation route The touchscreen displays the upcoming driving path If Require Lane Change...

Page 101: ...ature With the vehicle in Park touch Controls Autopilot Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control Once enabled Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control operates whenever Traffic Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer...

Page 102: ...roceed through an intersection regardless of the status of the traffic light If you do not confirm Model Y stops at the red stop line displayed on the touchscreen even if stopping may be inappropriate...

Page 103: ...ue through the intersection for example the light turns green again or once Model Y has come to a complete stop you must press down on the drive stalk or briefly press the accelerator pedal Model Y sl...

Page 104: ...y time after the touchscreen displays the red stop line Model Y resumes your set cruising speed immediately after you confirm taking into consideration the speed of a vehicle in front of you WARNING A...

Page 105: ...does not have a stop sign or stop line or if the T junction is not included in the map data Drive attentively and be prepared to stop when necessary and or appropriate Stop Sign Model Y slows down an...

Page 106: ...ath Limitations Depending on many different circumstances and environmental conditions Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control may or may not stop at Railroad crossings Keep out zones Toll booths Crosswal...

Page 107: ...vehicle etc Model Y is being driven very close to a vehicle in front of it which is blocking the view of a camera WARNING The limitations listed above are not an exhaustive list of reasons why Model...

Page 108: ...e parking space if the curb is not distinct such as grass or dirt NOTE Autopark does not operate on angled parking spaces To Use Autopark When driving follow these steps to allow Autopark to maneuver...

Page 109: ...to operate as intended in these situations The road is sloped Autopark is designed to operate on flat roads only Visibility is poor due to heavy rain snow fog etc The curb is constructed of material...

Page 110: ...to allow Tight allows Model Y to enter and exit very narrow parking spaces WARNING Parking in a narrow space limits the ability of the sensors to accurately detect the location of obstacles increasing...

Page 111: ...hat Require Continuous Press is disabled touch Controls Autopilot Customize Summon Require Continuous Press 2 With Model Y in Park stand within three meters and press and hold the top center button on...

Page 112: ...Weather conditions heavy rain snow fog or extremely hot or cold temperatures are interfering with sensor operation The sensors if equipped are affected by other electrical equipment or devices that ge...

Page 113: ...ou must maintain a clear line of sight between you and Model Y and stay prepared to stop the vehicle at any time by releasing the button on the mobile app Before Using Smart Summon Download the latest...

Page 114: ...by Mode To keep Model Y ready to Summon and reduce the time it takes to warm up turn on Standby Mode Touch Controls Autopilot Standby Mode When Standby Mode is turned on you can conserve Battery energ...

Page 115: ...d by other electrical equipment or devices that generate ultrasonic waves NOTE Smart Summon is disabled if Model Y is in Valet mode see Valet Mode on page 44 WARNING The list above does not represent...

Page 116: ...teers to a safer position in the driving lane This steering is applied only when Model Y is traveling between 48 and 140 km h on major roads with clearly visible lane markings When a steering interven...

Page 117: ...propriate shoulder checks when changing lanes Limitations and Inaccuracies Lane Assist features cannot always detect lane markings and you may experience unnecessary or invalid warnings in these situa...

Page 118: ...ted to Model Y such as a bike rack or a bumper sticker is interfering with or obstructing a sensor Visibility is poor and lane markings are not clearly visible due to heavy rain snow fog etc Lane mark...

Page 119: ...e Aware Acceleration to avoid a collision can result in serious injury or death Forward Collision Warning Model Y monitors the area in front of it for the presence of an object such as a vehicle motor...

Page 120: ...he severity of an impact It is not designed to avoid a collision WARNING Several factors can affect the performance of Automatic Emergency Braking causing either no braking or inappropriate or untimel...

Page 121: ...oad has sharp curves Visibility is poor due to heavy rain snow fog etc Bright light such as from oncoming headlights or direct sunlight is interfering with the view of the camera s A camera or sensor...

Page 122: ...t by a specified amount For example you can increase the offset to 10 km h if you only want to be warned when you exceed the speed limit by 10 km h Absolute Manually specify any speed limit between 30...

Page 123: ...y improve the intelligence of features that rely on the cabin camera Data may also be shared if diagnostics are required on cabin camera functionality Cabin camera does not perform facial recognition...

Page 124: ...een displays the following shortcuts and frequently used settings 1 Create and access driver profiles see Driver Profiles on page 44 2 Display alerts see Troubleshooting Alerts on page 209 and access...

Page 125: ...and stop signs when using Traffic Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer see Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control on page 99 available only if your vehicle is equipped with the Full Self Driving option Summ...

Page 126: ...e Home to disable the notification when Model Y is parked at the location you set as Home in your Favorites list see Home Work and Favorite Destinations on page 135 NOTE To use the Car Left Open Notif...

Page 127: ...e navigation settings by touching the settings icon on the map see Maps and Navigation on page 133 Safety Allow Mobile Access Allow your Tesla mobile app to access your Model Y see Mobile App on page...

Page 128: ...perating after 12 hours or when the energy remaining in the Battery drops to 20 whichever occurs first Service Owner s Manual View the onscreen Owner s Manual A new version of the onscreen owner s man...

Page 129: ...the popup then touch Save The name of your Model Y also appears in your Tesla mobile app Erasing Personal Data You can erase all personal data saved addresses music favorites etc and restore all custo...

Page 130: ...the climate control system and seat heaters Adjusting Climate Control Settings NOTE Easily adjust your climate preferences such as turning on the seat heater or changing the cabin temperature hands fr...

Page 131: ...nd gases When you engage Bioweapon Defense Mode the positive pressure inside the cabin minimizes the amount of outside air that can enter the vehicle NOTE Some gases such as carbon monoxide are not ef...

Page 132: ...ower electronics through the USB ports and low voltage outlet in addition to maintaining the cabin temperature The touchscreen remains on so you can play music browse the internet play games in the ar...

Page 133: ...ouchscreen The air flows in a single stream when centered or splits into mirrored air streams when air is directed outward or inward from the center of the vent When Model Y detects that there are no...

Page 134: ...lly reduce the fan speed In addition to cooling the interior the air conditioning compressor also cools the Battery Therefore in hot weather the air conditioning compressor can turn on even if you tur...

Page 135: ...hile a navigation route is active the turn by turn direction list displays the next set of directions and the orientation icon disappears Touch anywhere on the map to re display it Map Display Touch t...

Page 136: ...e most recent destination is listed at the top A destination you have marked as a Favorite see Home Work and Favorite Destinations on page 135 NOTE If a data connection is not available onboard maps a...

Page 137: ...d it as a favorite to avoid having to enter the location s name or address each time When you add a destination as a Favorite you can easily navigate to it by touching the navigation search bar and th...

Page 138: ...e it s exact location and approximate distance from your current location View amenities that are available at the charging location including restrooms restaurants lodging shopping and Wi Fi On a sup...

Page 139: ...4 then touch Trip Planner When Trip Planner is enabled and charging is required to reach your destination the turn by turn direction list includes Supercharger stops recommended charging times at each...

Page 140: ...Touch the next or previous arrows to play the next and in some cases previous available station episode or track You can also play next previous using the left scroll button on the steering wheel Stre...

Page 141: ...When driving the Caraoke lyrics are intended only for use by a passenger Recents and Favorites For most source content recents and favorites display at the top for easy access To add a currently play...

Page 142: ...oth device begins playing the audio file that is currently active on your device If no audio file is playing use your device to choose the audio file you want to listen to When the chosen file begins...

Page 143: ...elect This To Do This Boombox Joy to the world If Model Y is equipped with a Pedestrian Warning System delight pedestrians with a variety of sounds from your vehicle s external speaker while in Park S...

Page 144: ...ically formatted USB drive NOTE Check local laws before using Boombox in public places 1 Play current media Available in Park only Internal and external volume control If Camp Mode is enabled in Clima...

Page 145: ...ge the color of your Model Y on the touchscreen by navigating to Toybox or Controls Software Touch the color swatch next to the vehicle name and customize the paint tone and more Entertainment 143 Usi...

Page 146: ...able Bluetooth devices within operating distance displays on the Bluetooth settings screen 5 Choose the phone with which you want to pair Within a few seconds the Bluetooth settings screen displays a...

Page 147: ...o enter text using your voice WARNING To minimize distraction and ensure the safety of occupants as well as other road users do not view or send text messages when the vehicle is in motion Pay attenti...

Page 148: ...ded that you use the most recent version of the mobile app Your phone is connected to Model Y via Bluetooth for privacy reasons Model Y displays calendar data only from a connected phone In situations...

Page 149: ...Voice Recognition Language Voice commands are not available in all languages Climate Controls Adjust your climate preferences using voice commands Make it cooler Make it warmer Turn on off the driver...

Page 150: ...your apps and settings using voice commands Open Toybox browser theater phone Search for The screen is too bright Show me the Owner s Manual Some apps and settings are only accessible while in Park Yo...

Page 151: ...ng that moves inside your locked vehicle remember to turn off Tilt Intrusion If this setting is on any motion detected inside Model Y activates the intrusion alarm PIN to Drive To increase security yo...

Page 152: ...der to store and retrieve footage see USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos on page 21 Enable Dashcam by going to Controls Safety Dashcam and choose Auto Dashcam automatically saves a recording...

Page 153: ...all possible security threats While it may help deter some threats no security system can prevent all attacks To view Sentry Mode footage see Viewing Video Recordings on page 151 Standby Alert and Al...

Page 154: ...s you manually save it Four videos are recorded for each clip one from each camera front rear left and right NOTE Rear camera recordings are available only on vehicles manufactured after approximately...

Page 155: ...nter the password if necessary then touch Confirm 3 Model Y connects to the Wi Fi network Whenever the network is within range Model Y connects to it automatically You can also connect to a hidden net...

Page 156: ...ehicle is not connected to Wi Fi Connect your vehicle to Wi Fi to start the download Software Update Preferences Tesla determines how when and where to send updates to vehicles based on various factor...

Page 157: ...s or new features To display release notes about the current version of your vehicle s software at any time touch Controls Software Release Notes Tesla strongly recommends reading all release notes Th...

Page 158: ...de the vehicle is in Park Reverse Neutral Drive Lock or unlock your vehicle Enable maximum defrost to warm your vehicle in cold conditions Check your vehicle s charging information and open or close t...

Page 159: ...page 165 and Using Scheduled Departure on page 165 for more information Security The Security tab allows you to do the following Pair your phone to the vehicle see Phone Key on page 7 Enable or disabl...

Page 160: ...ided on the labels that are attached to Model Y These labels are there for your safety WARNING In the unlikely event that a fire occurs immediately contact your local fire emergency responders Chargin...

Page 161: ...be double cut to disable high voltage in an emergency situation Follow these steps to locate the first responder loop and disable the high voltage system WARNING Always allow trained first responders...

Page 162: ...o vehicle components To protect against a complete discharge Model Y enters a low power consumption mode when the displayed charge level drops to approximately 0 In this mode the Battery stops support...

Page 163: ...use Model Y without jump starting or replacing the low voltage battery Leaving Model Y unplugged for an extended period can also result in permanent Battery damage If you are unable to charge Model Y...

Page 164: ...this happens use the touchscreen to open the charge port door again NOTE In extremely cold weather or icy conditions it is possible that your charge port latch may freeze in place Some vehicles are eq...

Page 165: ...ase in driving distance achieved in the charging session 5 Driving distance Displays the total estimated driving distance or energy percentage depending on your display setting available NOTE To chang...

Page 166: ...ery to indicate the level of charging you want The setting you choose applies to immediate and scheduled charging sessions NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with an LFP Battery which you can determine...

Page 167: ...charges immediately Using Scheduled Charging Use Scheduled Charging to specify a daily time in which you want Model Y to start charging With Scheduled Charging selected enable the feature then set a...

Page 168: ...ed Log into your Tesla account to view fees and details about Supercharger sessions set up a payment method and make payments Once a payment method is saved fees are automatically paid from your accou...

Page 169: ...and location Approximate speed the vehicle was traveling if applicable Environmental conditions rain snow cold etc Road name and type of road if applicable Quality of lane markings if applicable Appli...

Page 170: ...igh voltage system has no user serviceable parts Do not disassemble remove or replace high voltage components cables or connectors High voltage cables are colored orange for easy identification If a c...

Page 171: ...flated WARNING Under inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and can cause a tire to overheat resulting in severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout resulting in unexpected loss of...

Page 172: ...rby tire repair center NOTE In some cases you can temporarily repair small tire punctures under 6 mm using an optional tire repair kit available from Tesla This allows you to slowly drive Model Y to T...

Page 173: ...h the original specification Tires that do not match the original specification can affect the operation of the TPMS WARNING Never exceed the speed rating of your vehicle s tires The speed rating is s...

Page 174: ...to ensure the new wheels you install are staggered in the same way as the previous wheels NOTE Changing your vehicle s wheel configuration can impact range estimates tire pressure warning levels and v...

Page 175: ...roximately one minute then remains continuously lit This sequence continues upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the TPMS malfunction indicator is on the system mig...

Page 176: ...be purchased from Tesla Tire Size Recommended Chain 19 20 KONIG XG 12 PRO SIZE 252 21 KONIG K SUMMIT XXL K66 CAUTION If your Model Y is equipped with aero covers you must remove them before installin...

Page 177: ...glass or mirrored surfaces Car Wash Mode When taking Model Y to a car wash Car Wash Mode closes all windows locks the charge port and disables windshield wipers Sentry Mode walk away door locking and...

Page 178: ...ofiber dampened with a mixture of warm water and mild non detergent cleaner test all cleaners on a concealed area before use To avoid streaks dry immediately with a soft lint free cloth Interior Glass...

Page 179: ...ve surface contamination without removing or damaging the paint Filling compounds that fill scratches and reduce their visibility Wax to provide a protective coating between the paint and environmenta...

Page 180: ...placement blade is the same as the original blade Different connectors may prevent the replacement blade from connecting to the wiper arm on the vehicle You can purchase replacement wiper blades on ht...

Page 181: ...iving under these conditions can result in extended stopping distances or complete brake failure A red brake indicator on the touchscreen alerts you if the quantity of fluid in the brake reservoir dro...

Page 182: ...luid with limited VOC content only if it provides adequate freeze resistance for all climates in which you drive Model Y CAUTION Do not add formulated washer fluids that contain water repellent or bug...

Page 183: ...arm pads to ensure that they are correctly located 4 With assistance raise the lift to the desired height ensuring the lift arm pads remain in their correct positions 5 Engage any lift safety locks F...

Page 184: ...Model Y has air filters that prevent pollen industrial fallout road dust and other particles from entering the cabin through the vents Tesla recommends replacing these filters every 2 years every year...

Page 185: ...NOTE You can also attach a weather proof transponder to the front license plate Parts and Accessories 183 Maintenance...

Page 186: ...dashboard Can be seen by looking through the windshield Printed on the Safety Certification label located on the door pillar Can be seen when the driver s door is open Cars manufactured in the Fremon...

Page 187: ...mation label provides The maximum number of occupant seating positions The maximum vehicle capacity weight The size of the original tires The cold inflation pressures for the original front and rear t...

Page 188: ...ons How much cargo Model Y can carry depends on the number and weight of passengers The following calculated load limit examples assume passengers weigh 65 kg If passengers weigh more or less availabl...

Page 189: ...875 mm F Overhang Rear 38 8 in 985 mm G Ground Clearance coil suspension 6 7 in 170 mm H Track non 21 wheels Front Track non 21 wheels Rear Track 21 wheels Front Track 21 wheels Rear 64 4 in 64 4 in...

Page 190: ...with 5 Seats Front trunk 4 1 cu ft 117 L Behind first row second row seats folded 72 1 cu ft 2041 L Behind second row seats not folded 30 2 cu ft 854 L Maximum total cargo volume with driver and front...

Page 191: ...x Power Front 158 kW 6 622 rpm Max Power Rear 208 kW 6 000 8 000 rpm Max Torque Front 240 Nm 0 6 200 rpm Max Torque Rear 353 Nm 400 5 500 rpm Performance Voltage 335 Volts front 320V rear Max Power Fr...

Page 192: ...mm Front Performance 14 0 355 mm Rear non Performance 13 2 335 mm Rear Performance 13 2 335 mm Front Rotor thickness New non performance 0 98 25 mm New performance 1 06 27 mm Service limit non perfor...

Page 193: ...fications Front Independent double wishbone coil spring telescopic damper sway bar Rear Independent multi link coil spring telescopic damper Battery Low Voltage Battery Low Voltage Specifications Rati...

Page 194: ...on Size 19 Front Rear 255 45R19 XL 20 Front Rear 255 40R20 XL 21 Front 255 35R21 XL 21 Rear 275 35R21 XL Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted Refer to the tire pressures printed o...

Page 195: ...idth is 205 mm and the aspect ratio is 50 the sidewall height is 102 mm 4 Tire construction R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction 5 Wheel diameter This 2 digit number is the diameter...

Page 196: ...represent the plant code where it was manufactured and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of manufacture For example the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012 The other nu...

Page 197: ...u touch Controls Software The VIN can also been seen on the upper dashboard by looking through the driver s side of the windshield Your exact location The nature of the problem If available in your re...

Page 198: ...age 197 If Transport Mode is not available or the touchscreen is not accessible self loading dollies or tire skates must be used to load the vehicle into the approved transportation position Tesla is...

Page 199: ...d 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...

Page 200: ...ny 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 s...

Page 201: ...ge power supply s black negative cable to the black negative terminal on the low voltage battery 6 Turn on the external power supply refer to the manufacturer s instructions Touch the touchscreen to w...

Page 202: ...refer to the manufacturer s instructions for 20 30 seconds CAUTION If you leave the power supply on for longer than 30 seconds the low voltage battery may not self recover and the vehicle might not b...

Page 203: ...publishing However because continuous improvement is a goal at Tesla we reserve the right to make product modifications at any time To communicate any inaccuracies or omissions or to provide general f...

Page 204: ...n for large products Tesla Korea Limited reimburses the excess amount for damages exceeding the coverage of the liability insurance above 5 Other matters designated by the Minister in connection with...

Page 205: ...his data with partners that contribute similar data the collected information does not identify you personally and can be sent to Tesla only with your explicit consent In order to protect your privacy...

Page 206: ...t which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately notify Tesla and then contact the Korea Automobile Testing and Research Institute KATRI at their toll free number 080...

Page 207: ...ive 2014 53 EU Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that...

Page 208: ...Pillar Endpoint 2400 2483 5MHz 2 5 mW PCB Antenna behind the B pillar glass Pillar Endpoint 13 56 MHz n a magnetic field PCB Antenna behind the B pillar glass TPMS Sensor 2400 2483 5 MHz 2 5 mW Each w...

Page 209: ...z 925 960 880 915 MHz 2010 2025 MHz TDD 2496 2690 MHz TDD 200 mW LTE band 20 28 29 32 for Car PC model 1960100 758 803 703 748 MHz 791 821 832 862 MHz 717 728 MHz RX only 1452 1496 MHz RX only 200 mW...

Page 210: ...Korea Key fob TPMS The TPMS model number TIS 01 manufactured by Continental Automotive GMBH was certified for use in South Korea on 2015 05 06 This device was certified under Clause 2 Article 58 2 of...

Page 211: ...any Autosteer should again be available once your vehicle is traveling below 90 mph 150 km h If Autosteer is not available by the time you reach your destination and remains unavailable during your ne...

Page 212: ...actor like these no action might be needed the condition might clear during your drive If the alert persists throughout your drive examine the front bumper before your next planned drive and attempt t...

Page 213: ...complete Your vehicle must maneuver with great precision when features like Traffic Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer are active Before these features can be used for the first time the cameras must...

Page 214: ...despite cleaning the indicated camera s and following recommended steps to clear condensation schedule service at your next convenient opportunity Your vehicle is OK to drive in the meantime CC_a001...

Page 215: ...led 3 Thermal sensor disconnected 4 Other hardware component issues What to do An internal issue was detected by the Wall Connector 1 Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the ve...

Page 216: ...ctor CC_a007 Unable to charge Input voltage too high Voltage must be within Wall Connector rating What this alert means Over or under voltage protection What to do Consult your electrician to ensure a...

Page 217: ...d torqued according to the instructions in the Wall Connector Installation Manual 4 Once your electrician has completed all work and restored power to the Wall Connector try charging again by reconnec...

Page 218: ...atchoff What to do Make sure the connector is fully inserted into the charge inlet in the vehicle s charging port is not covered by anything and there is no heat source nearby If the issue persists in...

Page 219: ...ent 3 If the issue persists service is required For more information see the installation guide for your Wall Connector CC_a016 Unable to charge Vehicle connection issue Insert charge handle fully int...

Page 220: ...2 If the issue persists and other charging equipment is available plug the vehicle into another Wall Connector or a Mobile Connector to determine if the vehicle is able to communicate with other charg...

Page 221: ...nstallation guide for your Wall Connector CC_a021 Unable to charge No primary Wall Connector Check that primary unit is powered and available What this alert means Load sharing circuit breaker sharing...

Page 222: ...the Wall Connector Your electrician should also refer to the Set the Operating Current section in the Wall Connector Installation Manual If the Wall Connector is set up for load sharing circuit breake...

Page 223: ...do An internal issue was detected by the Wall Connector 1 Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting 2 If the issue persists turn OFF the circuit breaker...

Page 224: ...ician should also refer to the Set the Operating Current section in the Wall Connector Installation Manual If the Wall Connector is set up for load sharing circuit breaker sharing and paired with othe...

Page 225: ...tor but rather an issue with the building wiring This may be caused by a loose building wiring connection to the Wall Connector and can be fixed quickly by an electrician To regain normal charge speed...

Page 226: ...sing a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location all of which can be located through the map on your vehicle s touchscreen display See Maps and Navigation on page 133 for more details Additi...

Page 227: ...his occurs the charge port may be unable to accurately sense the charge port door position and the charge port may not operate as expected The charge port latch may intermittently remain engaged when...

Page 228: ...charge handle button on any Tesla charge cable including a Wall Connector Mobile Connector or Supercharger Hold and press the trunk button on your key fob For more information see Opening the Charge...

Page 229: ...e cable connector for any obstructions use a flashlight as needed Debris and or foreign objects in the charge port inlet or the charge cable connector can prevent you from fully inserting the charge c...

Page 230: ...refer to the product s Owner s Manual at Charging Adapter Product Guides If using other external charging equipment refer to the manufacturer s provided documentation for troubleshooting tips CP_a056...

Page 231: ...at prevents your vehicle from charging When this alert is present there will always be at least one other alert present that identifies a more specific condition For more information and troubleshooti...

Page 232: ...for approximately 30 45 minutes This should help thaw any ice on the charge port latch so the charge cable can be removed NOTE Be sure to use Defrost Car in your Mobile App to defrost your vehicle Adj...

Page 233: ...ry condition due to cold ambient temperature or a charge port inlet obstruction and it does not typically indicate an issue with your vehicle that can be resolved by scheduling service it is recommend...

Page 234: ...ion display and controls to confirm charging has stopped or to end any active charging session 2 Make sure no flashing green or blue light LED is visible on your vehicle s charge port 3 Unplug the cha...

Page 235: ...l Pressing the accelerator pedal Pressing the brake pedal Opening a door and or exiting the vehicle Pressing the Cancel button on the touchscreen Environmental external conditions Steep slope grade We...

Page 236: ...hile driving Your vehicle is OK to drive Use the brake pedal as needed to slow your vehicle similar to the way you would apply the brakes in a gas powered non electric vehicle a vehicle with no regene...

Page 237: ...and vehicle speed This is completely normal and does not indicate any issue with your vehicle Reduced braking performance is usually temporary and can occur for a number of reasons including high brak...

Page 238: ...If using other external charging equipment refer to the manufacturer s provided documentation for troubleshooting tips PCS_a017 Charging stopped Power lost while charging Check power source and chargi...

Page 239: ...er troubleshooting tips based on equipment type If using a Mobile Connector try charging your vehicle with a different wall outlet If charging speed is no longer reduced the issue was likely with the...

Page 240: ...y also be available in your area to help you to pinpoint the issue For more information on troubleshooting Mobile Connector or Wall Connector status lights refer to the product s Owner s Manual at Cha...

Page 241: ...s alert is usually specific to external charging equipment and power sources and it does not typically indicate an issue with your vehicle that can be resolved by scheduling service it is recommended...

Page 242: ...due to a condition that prevents your vehicle from charging with AC power DC fast charging Supercharging should still function as expected Your vehicle s onboard charger is detecting input voltage at...

Page 243: ...serviced As this alert can be present due to various conditions it is recommended that you schedule service at your earliest convenience UI_a137 Active service connection to vehicle Service performin...

Page 244: ...ge port and the exposed portion of the charge handle dry sufficiently before trying again Inspect the charge equipment for damage If the cable is in any way damaged or deteriorated do not use it Try d...

Page 245: ...Try charging the vehicle with a different wall outlet If the vehicle starts to charge the issue was likely with the original wall outlet It is recommended that you contact an electrician to inspect t...

Page 246: ...bris Charging has been interrupted because the Mobile Connector has detected a high temperature in the charge handle that connects to your vehicle s charge port Make sure the Mobile Connector is fully...

Page 247: ...ication error Try again or try different equipment Your vehicle is unable to charge because it cannot communicate effectively with the Mobile Connector The Mobile Connector cannot confirm via proximit...

Page 248: ...ith your vehicle that can be resolved by scheduling service it is recommended that you Try charging with multiple different types of charging equipment Make sure any charge port inlet or charge handle...

Page 249: ...eps 1 Unplug your Mobile Connector including the wall plug adapter completely from the wall outlet 2 Make sure the connection between the wall plug adapter and the main body of your Mobile Connector i...

Page 250: ...nt will be limited to 8A while this condition persists You can also try charging your vehicle using a Tesla Supercharger or Destination Charging location all of which can be located through the map on...

Page 251: ...d by anything and that there is no heat source nearby If the alert persists in normal ambient temperatures under 38 C and continues to occur during multiple charging attempts this may indicate a condi...

Page 252: ...vehicle may not drive may shut down unexpectedly or may not restart VCFRONT_a182 Schedule service to replace low voltage battery Software will not update until battery is replaced The low voltage batt...

Page 253: ...t once parked Nonessential features may be unavailable including seat heaters cabin climate control and in vehicle entertainment This is expected behavior intended to help your vehicle maintain adequa...

Page 254: ...e electrical system can be restored VCFRONT_a478 Low voltage battery service is required Schedule service Vehicle may not restart The low voltage battery cannot provide the electrical support necessar...

Page 255: ...d still be added to maintain the recommended cold tire pressure The alert may clear as the vehicle is driven This is because the tires will warm up and the tire pressure will increase Even if the aler...

Page 256: ...p your tires properly inflated The alert should clear once the Tire Pressure Monitoring System has a consistent tire pressure measurement for each of your tires of at least 30 psi The alert and Tire P...

Page 257: ...take acceleration 87 overview 84 speed assist 120 speed limit warning 120 staying within speed limits 120 Summon 108 Traffic Aware Cruise Control 87 Autopilot components 84 Autosteer 92 average range...

Page 258: ...sharing 202 declarations of conformity 205 delivery mileage 203 devices 139 Bluetooth playing audio files 139 dimensions 187 disabling high voltage 159 Dog 130 dome map lights 54 door handles 11 door...

Page 259: ...onents 158 safety 168 hills stopping on 68 Home 4 button 4 screen 4 Home location 135 hood 16 horn 46 hub caps 171 I I m Feeling Lucky Hungry 133 IC certifications 205 identification labels 184 instan...

Page 260: ...assist 65 offset from speed limit 120 Online Routing 137 overhang dimensions 187 overtake acceleration 87 Owner Information about 201 P Park 52 Park Assist 66 parking brake 63 parking using Autopark 1...

Page 261: ...72 Side Clearance Summon 108 side collision warning 114 slip start 65 Smart Summon 111 smartphone 7 authenticating as a key 7 Software Reinstall 154 software reset 127 software update preferences 154...

Page 262: ...l 99 Traffic Aware Cruise Control 87 trailer towing 74 transmission specifications 189 transponders attaching 182 Transport Mode 196 transporting 196 trip chart 71 trip meter 69 Trip Planner 137 trunk...

Page 263: ...Publication date 2022 6 3...

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