Autopark (if equipped) uses data from the
ultrasonic sensors and GPS to simplify
parking on public roads by maneuvering
Model S into parallel and perpendicular
parking spaces. See
CAUTION:
Ensure all cameras and
sensors are clean. Unclean cameras
and sensors, as well as environmental
conditions such as rain and faded lane
markings, can affect Autopilot
performance.
WARNING:
Autopark's performance
depends on the ability of the
ultrasonic sensors to determine the
vehicle's proximity to curbs, objects,
and other vehicles.
To Use Autopark
When driving, follow these steps to allow
Autopark to maneuver Model S into a parking
space:
1. When driving slowly on a public road,
monitor the instrument panel to
determine when Autopark has detected a
parking space. When Autopark detects a
potential parking space, the instrument
panel displays a parking icon. Autopark
detects parallel parking locations when
driving below 24 km/h and perpendicular
parking locations when driving below 16
km/h.
NOTE:
The parking icon appears only if
the vehicle's position and/or the
circumstances of the surrounding area are
such that Autopark can determine an
appropriate driving path. If Autopark
cannot determine an appropriate path
(for example, when driving on a narrow
street where moving into the parking
space causes the front of the vehicle to
extend into the adjacent lane), you can
either reposition the vehicle, find a
different parking space, or park manually.
2. Check to determine if the detected
parking space is appropriate and safe. If
so, pull forward and stop approximately a
car length ahead of the parking space (as
you normally would when parallel parking
or when backing into a perpendicular
parking space).
3. Release the steering wheel, shift Model S
into Reverse, then touch
Start Autopark
on the touchscreen.
4. When parking is complete, Autopark
displays the "Complete" message.
In situations where Autopark cannot operate
due to inadequate sensor data, the
instrument panel displays a message
indicating that you must manually park
Model S.
NOTE:
If you press the brake when Autopark
is actively parking Model S, the parking
process pauses until you touch
Resume
on
the touchscreen.
NOTE:
Autopark detects potential
perpendicular parking spaces that are at least
2.9 meters wide with a vehicle parked on
each side. Autopark detects parallel parking
spaces that are at least 6 meters, but less
than 9 meters long. Autopark does not
operate on angled parking spaces.
WARNING:
Never depend on
Autopark to find a parking space that
is legal, suitable, and safe. Autopark
may not always detect objects in the
parking space. Always perform visual
checks to confirm that a parking
space is appropriate and safe.
WARNING:
When Autopark is actively
steering Model S, the steering wheel
moves in accordance with Autopark's
adjustments. Do not interfere with the
movement of the steering wheel.
Doing so cancels Autopark.
WARNING:
During the parking
sequence, continually check your
surroundings. Be prepared to apply
the brakes to avoid vehicles,
pedestrians, or objects.
WARNING:
When Autopark is active,
monitor the touchscreen and
instrument panel to ensure that you
are aware of the instructions that
Autopark is providing.
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