Seat Belts
Extend the belts to wipe. Do not use any type
of detergent or chemical cleaning agent.
Allow the belts to dry naturally while
extended, preferably away from direct
sunlight.
Tesla Built-In Rear Facing Child Seats
Vacuum the seats to remove any loose dirt.
Wipe the seats with a soft cloth dampened
with warm water. You can also use an
upholstery cleaner designed for automotive
use. Extend the belts to wipe. Allow the belts
to dry naturally, preferably away from direct
sunlight.
Touchscreen and Instrument Panel
Clean the touchscreen and instrument panel
using a soft lint-free cloth specifically
designed to clean monitors and displays. Do
not use cleaners (such as a glass cleaner) and
do not use a wet wipe or a dry statically-
charged cloth (such as a recently washed
microfiber). To wipe the touchscreen without
activating buttons and changing settings, you
can enable Screen Clean Mode. Touch
Controls
>
Display
>
Screen Clean Mode
. The
display darkens to make it easy to see dust
and smudges. To exit Screen Clean Mode,
press and hold
HOLD TO EXIT
.
Chrome and Metal Surfaces
Polish, abrasive cleaners or hard cloths can
damage the finish on chrome and metal
surfaces.
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
CAUTION:
Using solvents (including
alcohol), bleach, citrus, naphtha, or
silicone-based products or additives
on interior components can cause
damage.
CAUTION:
Statically-charged materials
can cause damage to the touchscreen
or instrument panel.
WARNING:
If you notice any damage
on an airbag or seat belt, contact Tesla
immediately.
WARNING:
Do not allow any water,
cleaners, or fabric to enter a seat belt
mechanism.
WARNING:
Exposure to chemical
cleaners can be hazardous and can
irritate eyes and skin. Read and
observe the instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the chemical
cleaner.
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body
Repair
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the
body, you can occasionally treat the paint
surfaces with an approved polish containing:
• Very mild abrasive to remove 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 environmental
elements.
Regularly inspect the exterior paint for
damage. Treat minor chips and scratches
using a paint touch-up pen (available for
purchase from Tesla). Use the touch-up pen
after washing but before polishing or waxing.
Repair rock chips, fractures or scratches.
Refer to
https://www.tesla.com/support/
for more information on
repair locations and available services.
CAUTION:
Do not use cutting pastes,
color restoration compounds, or
polishes containing harsh abrasives.
These can scour the surface and
permanently damage the paint.
CAUTION:
Do not use chrome polish
or other abrasive cleaners.
Using a Car Cover
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the
body when Model S is not being used, use a
genuine Tesla car cover. Car covers can be
purchased from Tesla. See
.
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