Jacking Procedure
Follow the steps below to lift Model S. Ensure
that any non-Tesla repair facility is aware of
these lifting points.
1. Position Model S centrally between the lift
posts.
2. If your Model S is equipped with air
suspension, it automatically self-levels,
even when power is off. Use the
touchscreen to set the suspension as
follows:
◦
Touch
Controls
>
Suspension
.
◦
Press the brake pedal, then touch
Very High
to maximize the height of
the suspension.
◦
Touch
Jack
to disable self-leveling.
3. Position the lift arm pads under the
designated body lift points at the
locations shown.
WARNING: DO NOT
position the
lift arm pads under the Battery or
side rails, as shown in red.
4. Adjust the height and position of the lift
arm pads to ensure that they are correctly
located.
5. With assistance, raise the lift to the
desired height, ensuring the lift arm pads
remain in their correct positions.
6. Engage any lift safety locks. Follow the lift
manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE:
Jack mode cancels when Model S is
driven over 7 km/h.
NOTE:
Jack mode may be unexpectedly
enabled in situations where an object is
supporting the vehicle's weight (for example
the bumper of the vehicle is resting on a
curb).
WARNING:
If your Model S is
equipped with air suspension, it
automatically self-levels, even when
power is off. You MUST disable this
system by engaging Jack mode before
lifting or jacking. If you do not disable
air suspenion, Model S can attempt to
self-level, causing serious damage,
bodily injury, or death.
WARNING:
Never raise Model S when
the charge cable is connected, even if
charging is not in progress.
WARNING:
Do not work on an
incorrectly supported vehicle. Doing
so can cause serious damage, bodily
injury, or death.
CAUTION:
DO NOT lift from under the
Battery or side rails. Place the lift arm
pads under the designated body lift
points only. The locations shown are
the only approved lifting points for
Model S. Lifting at any other points
can cause damage. Damage caused
by incorrectly lifting Model S is not
covered by the warranty.
Jacking and Lifting
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Maintenance