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Vehicle Hold
When Model Y is stopped, Vehicle Hold can continue to
apply the brakes even after you remove your foot from
the brake pedal. When driving on a hill or on a flat
surface, brake as you normally would. After coming to a
complete stop, simply press the brake pedal again (until
the touchscreen displays the Vehicle Hold indicator
light) to enable Vehicle Hold. You can then release the
brake pedal and remain stopped, even on a hill.
This indicator displays on the 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 Vehicle
Hold.
NOTE: After actively braking Model Y for approximately
ten minutes, Model Y shifts into Park and Vehicle Hold
cancels. Model Y also shifts into Park if it detects that
the driver has left the vehicle.
NOTE: When Stopping Mode is set to Hold (see
Stopping Mode on page 63), Vehicle Hold engages
automatically whenever Model Y stops while in Drive or
Reverse. There is no need to press the brake to engage
it.
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Trip Information
Displaying Trip Information
Trip information displays on the touchscreen when you
touch Controls > Trips. For the current trip, you can
display distance, duration and average energy usage.
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 Save. To reset a
particular trip meter, touch its associated Reset button.
Odometer
To display the odometer, touch Controls > Software or
open the mobile app.
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Getting Maximum Range
Factors Affecting Energy
• Limit the use of resources such as heating and air
conditioning. Using seat and steering wheel heaters
Consumption
(if equipped) to keep warm is more e cient than
heating the cabin using climate controls.
While driving:
• With your vehicle plugged in, use the mobile app to
precondition your vehicle to ensure the cabin is at a
• Elevated driving speed.
comfortable temperature and windows are defrosted
• Environmental conditions such as cold or hot weather
(if needed) before your drive by touching Climate >
and wind.
On and customizing your preferences (see Mobile
App on page 163).
• Using climate controls to heat or cool the cabin.
• Touch Schedule, available on both the charging and
• Uphill travel: Driving uphill requires more energy and
climate control screens, to set a time when you want
depletes range at a faster rate. However, driving
your vehicle to be ready to drive (see Scheduled
downhill allows your vehicle to regain a portion of its
Charging and Scheduled Departure on page 172).
expended energy through regenerative braking (see
Regenerative Braking on page 63).
• Set Stopping Mode to Hold to gain the benefit of
regenerative braking at low driving speeds (see
• Short trips or stop-and-go tra c: It takes energy to
Stopping Mode on page 63).
bring the cabin and Battery to a specified
temperature when starting the vehicle. You may see a
• Ensure the wheels are aligned to specification, the
higher average consumption when the vehicle is used
tires are kept at the recommended inflation pressures
for very short trips or in heavy tra c.
(see Tire Care and Maintenance on page 176), and
are rotated when needed (see Maintenance on page
• Heavy cargo load.
174).
• Windows rolled down.
• Install aero covers (if equipped) to reduce wind
• Wheels and tires not maintained.
resistance (see Removing and Installing Aero Covers
on page 178).
• Customized settings or third-party accessories (roof
or trunk racks, third-party wheels).
• Lighten your load by removing any unnecessary
cargo.
While parked and not plugged in to a charger:
• Fully raise all windows.
• Features such as Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat
• Preconditioning the cabin or using climate controls.
Protection can impact range. Disable features when
• Summon.
not needed.
• Vehicle infotainment and climate controls system.
• To prevent an excessive amount of energy
consumption while the vehicle is idle, keep the
• Sentry mode.
vehicle plugged in when not in use.
• Tesla or third-party mobile app requests.
• Minimize the use of DC chargers (such as
Superchargers) for optimal Battery health.
Tips to Maximize Range
It is normal for estimated range to decrease slightly over
You can maximize your driving range using the same
the first few months before leveling off. Over time, you
driving habits you use to conserve fuel in a gasoline-
may see a gradual, but natural, decrease in range at full
powered vehicle. To achieve maximum range:
charge - this depends on factors such as Supercharging
regularly or the mileage and age of the Battery. Your
Model Y will inform you in the unlikely event a hardware
• Slow down your driving and avoid frequent and rapid
issue is causing excessive Battery or range degradation.
acceleration. Consider using Chill Mode (touch
Controls > Pedals & Steering > Acceleration) and
The power meter on the touchscreen provides feedback
Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page 122) to
on energy usage.
assist in controlling your acceleration and speed.
• If safe to do so, modulate the accelerator pedal
You can also display the Energy app to view real-time
instead of using the brake pedal when gradually
and projected energy usage (see Energy App on page
slowing down. Whenever Model Y is moving and you
72). With this feedback, you can become familiar with
are not pressing the accelerator pedal, regenerative
how driving habits and environmental conditions impact
braking slows down the vehicle and feeds surplus
how much energy Model Y is using.
energy back to the Battery (see Regenerative Braking
on page 63).
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Getting Maximum Range
Range Assurance
• Trip: You can monitor the amount of energy being
used while navigating to a destination. You can track
actual usage against the initial prediction. The green
The driving range displayed in Model Y is an estimate of
line represents the actual usage whereas the gray line
the remaining battery energy based on EPA-rated
represents predicted usage. To change the zoom
consumption. It may not account for your personal
level, touch the zoom icon located in the top right
driving patterns or external conditions. The displayed
corner of the chart.
range on the touchscreen may decrease faster than the
actual distance driven. To view estimated range based
NOTE: The Trip chart displays energy usage only if you
on your recent energy consumption, open the Energy
are currently navigating to a destination.
app to display the graph.
NOTE: Rated driving range is based on EPA-rated
consumption in the United States, which deviates from
tests advertised and performed in other jurisdictions.
Model Y helps protect you against running out of energy.
Your vehicle continuously monitors its energy level and
proximity to known charging locations.
Touch Chargers in the Navigation search
bar to toggle between types of chargers,
including Superchargers and destination
charging sites.
When you are at risk of driving beyond the range of
known charging locations, the touchscreen displays a
message giving you the opportunity to display a list of
charging locations that are within range. When you
select a charging location from the list, Model Y provides
navigation instructions and the turn-by-turn direction list
displays 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 the
amount of time you spend charging and driving. To
enable, touch Controls > Navigation > Trip Planner (see
Trip Planner on page 139).
Energy App
The Energy app provides a visual representation of your
vehicle's real-time and projected energy usage. To use
the Energy app, navigate to Application Launcher >
Energy on the touchscreen. Choose from two types of
charts:
• Consumption: Display how much energy Model Y has
consumed over the past 5, 15 or 30 miles (10, 25 or
50 km).
Touch Instant Range or Average Range to adjust the
projected range estimation. Instant Range uses only
the latest few data points to estimate the projected
range, whereas Average Range uses the past 5, 15 or
30 miles (10, 25 or 50 km) of energy consumption to
provide a more accurate projected range.
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Rear Facing Camera(s)
Camera Location
Cleaning a Camera
Model Y is equipped with a rear view camera located
To ensure a clear picture, the camera lens must be clean
above the rear license plate.
and free of obstructions. Remove any build-up of dirt or
debris by spraying water onto the camera lens with a
spray bottle or pressure washer.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove dirt or debris
by wiping an exposed lens with your hands or a
cloth. This debris can damage the surface of the
lens when rubbed against it during wiping.
CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based or abrasive
cleaners. Doing so can damage the surface of the
lens.
Whenever you shift into Reverse, the touchscreen
displays the view from the camera. Lines show your
driving path based on the position of the steering wheel.
These lines adjust as you move the steering wheel.
Model Y also displays images from the side cameras (if
equipped). Simply swipe up or down to hide or show the
side camera views.
NOTE: Visual feedback from the parking sensors also
appear on the touchscreen (see Park Assist on page 67).
To display the view from the rear view
cameras at any time, open the app
launcher and touch the Camera app.
WARNING: Never depend on the cameras to
inform you if the area behind you is free of objects
and/or people. The cameras may not detect
objects or barriers that can potentially cause
damage or injury. In addition, several external
factors 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 vehicle and/or objects and can
potentially cause serious injury. Always inspect the
area with your own eyes. When reversing, perform
shoulder checks and use all mirrors. Use the
cameras for guidance purposes only. It is not
intended to replace your own direct visual checks
and is not a substitute for careful driving.
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Pedestrian Warning System
The Pedestrian Warning System (if equipped) causes
Model Y to emit sound when driving below
approximately 19 mph (32 km/h) or while driving in
reverse. Electric vehicles operate quietly and this sound
helps to alert pedestrians of your oncoming vehicle. The
sound, which activates 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 September 1, 2020.
WARNING: If sound cannot be heard, pedestrians
may not be aware of your oncoming vehicle, which
may increase the likelihood of a collision resulting
in serious injury or death. If the Pedestrian
Warning System is not operating, immediately
contact Tesla.
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Towing and Accessories
The towing package includes a 2" x 2" (5 cm x 5 cm)
NOTE: Consult the product details of your accessory
hitch receiver that can support an accessory carrier (for
carrier for more information, such as additional weight
bicycles, skis, snowboards, etc.) or tow a trailer.
or load limits. Damage caused by non Tesla-approved
accessories is not covered by the warranty.
Installing and Using a Carrier
CAUTION: Exceeding the maximum weight the
Model Y hitch is designed to support (as
previously described) can cause significant
When using the tow package to carry accessories, the 2"
damage.
x 2" (5 cm x 5 cm) square hitch receiver is designed to
support vertical loads of up to 160 lbs (72 kg). Ball
CAUTION: Do not attempt to install an accessory
mounts that are compatible with the square receiver
carrier on Model Y that is not equipped with the
must be purchased separately.
tow package. Doing so can cause significant
damage.
To install and use an accessory carrier, you must first
attach the ball mount to the hitch receiver (see
Trailer Towing
Attaching and Removing the Ball Mount on page 79).
Then, follow the instructions provided by your accessory
carrier. Observe all regulations and legal requirements in
The maximum trailer weight (including all cargo and
your state or region that apply to carrying accessories.
additional equipment), and the trailer tongue weight
depend on the number of occupants in your vehicle and
The Model Y towing package includes the wiring
the tires being used. The maximum towing capacity and
necessary for using an accessory carrier equipped with
trailer tongue weight must never exceed the following:
lights (see Electrical Connections on page 79). The
package also includes Trailer Mode software
Tire
# of
Maximum
Maximum
compatibility (see Trailer Mode on page 77).
Size
Passengers
Towing
Tongue
Capacity
Weight
accessories for your vehicle. Although third-party
19",
up to 3
3,500 lbs
350 lbs (159
products are available, Tesla recommends and supports
20"
(1,588 kg)
kg)
only Tesla-approved products (see Parts and
and
Accessories on page 190). The accessory products
21"
available for your vehicle may vary based on market
19"
4 - 5
3,500 lbs
350 lbs (159
region. Before attempting to install a non Tesla-
and
(1,588 kg)
kg)
approved carrier, review the product information to
ensure compatibility.
21"
NOTE: When not in use, the ball mount should be
20"
4 - 5
2,300 lbs
230 lbs (104
removed and stored in a dry location to prevent dust
(1,043 kg)**
kg)**
and corrosion. Keep the dust cover over the hitch
19"
6 - 7*
2000 lbs (907
200 lbs (91
housing to prevent dirt and debris from entering (see
kg)**
kg)**
Attaching and Removing the Ball Mount on page 79).
NOTE: Tesla assumes no responsibility for damage or
20"
6 - 7*
Towing not
-
permitted
injuries resulting from installing and using an accessory
carrier, for any omissions in the instructions
21"
6 - 7*
1200 lbs (544
120 lbs (54
accompanying an accessory carrier, or for your failure to
kg)**
kg)**
follow the instructions. Damage caused by using an
accessory carrier is not covered by the warranty.
*Applicable only to vehicles with seven seating
positions.
Carrying Accessories
** You must operate within the speed limitations of your
The hitch receiver is designed to support vertical loads
trailer and tires, and only drive at speeds appropriate for
up to 160 lbs (72 kg). When carrying bicycles, skis, or
the load you are towing, the weather, road and tra c
other items on the Model Y hitch, always check to
conditions, and your level of towing experience. Always
ensure that the maximum weight is not exceeded. When
obey posted speed limits and local regulations regarding
speed.
calculating weight, remember to include the weight of
the accessory carrier. For example, assuming the carrier
NOTE: In Canada, towing is limited to 55 mph (89 km/h).
weighs 40 lbs (18 kg), the weight threshold is su cient
for carrying two bicycles weighing approximately 60 lbs
(27 kg) each, or four items weighing approximately 30
lbs (14 kg) each.
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For trailers with a combined loading of more than 1650
WARNING: Check tire pressures using an accurate
lbs (750 kg), Tesla recommends using a separate braking
pressure gauge when tires are cold. Driving one
system with an independent controller (see Trailer
mile/1.6 km warms the tires su ciently to affect
Brakes on page 78). Carefully follow the instructions
tire pressures. Parking the vehicle in direct sunlight
provided by the trailer brake manufacturer to ensure
or in hot weather can also affect tire pressures. If
that trailer brakes are properly installed, adjusted, and
you must check warm tires, expect increased
maintained.
pressures. Do not let air out of warm tires in an
attempt to match recommended cold tire
The tongue weight is the downward force that the
pressures. A hot tire at or below the recommended
weight of the trailer exerts on the hitch. This must not
cold tire inflation pressure may be dangerously
exceed 10% of the maximum trailer weight. Carrying a
under-inflated.
significant amount of equipment, passengers, or cargo
WARNING: Never attempt to tow a trailer when a
in the tow vehicle can reduce the towing capacity it can
Model Y tire is faulty or has been temporarily
handle, which also reduces the tongue weight. Maximum
repaired (for example, using a tire repair kit). A
towing capacity is calculated assuming the GVWR
temporarily repaired tire is not designed to sustain
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is not exceeded (see
the towing load. Towing using a faulty or
Vehicle Loading on page 194).
temporarily repaired tire can result in tire failure
and loss of vehicle stability.
NOTE: If the information on the hitch label conflicts with
Before Towing a Trailer
CAUTION: You should only use Model Y to tow if
you have experience and knowledge of how
Before towing a trailer, you must do the following:
towing affects the vehicle and are able to safely
load, secure, and maneuver the vehicle and cargo.
• Inflate tires to the cold tire inflation pressure
Tesla's instructions are not all-inclusive of the
specified in Tire Pressures when Towing on page 76.
knowledge and skills necessary for safe towing.
• Observe all regulations and legal requirements that
Damage caused by towing a trailer is not covered
apply to trailer towing. Failure to comply with
by the warranty.
regulations can compromise your safety.
WARNING: Do not overload the vehicle or trailer.
• Adjust side mirrors to provide a clear rear view
Doing so can cause poor performance, vehicle
without a significant blind spot.
damage, and loss of vehicle control, resulting in
serious injury.
• Engage Trailer Mode (see Trailer Mode on page 77).
WARNING: Do not use the trailer hitch to transport
Confirm the following:
Model Y (see Instructions for Transporters on page
209).
• Model Y rests horizontally with the trailer attached. If
the vehicle is tipped up at the front and down at the
Tire Pressures when Towing
rear, check that you are not exceeding the maximum
towing capacity and tongue loads provided in Trailer
When towing a trailer, tire pressures must be adjusted to
Towing on page 75.
accommodate the additional load. 19", 20", and 21" tires
• Trailer lights (brake lights, turn signal lights, and
are acceptable to use for towing. Keep tires inflated to
marker lights) are working properly.
the pressures shown below (if different, these pressures
override the pressures that are provided on the Tire and
• The trailer tongue is securely connected to the hitch
Loading Information Label (see Vehicle Loading on page
ball.
194)).
• Safety chains are properly connected between the
trailer and the tow vehicle. Cross the safety chains
Front Tires
Rear Tires
Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the
tongue from contacting the road if it separates from
255/45R19
255/45R19
42 psi (290 kPa)
the hitch. Leave enough slack in the safety chains to
255/40R20
255/40R20
42 psi (290 kPa)
allow for turns and ensure that the chains do not drag
on the ground.
255/35R21
275/35R21
42 psi (290 kPa)
• All trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains,
CAUTION: Do not use Model Y for towing if
and electrical connectors are in good condition and
equipped with tires that are not listed previously.
are properly connected. If any problems are apparent,
do not tow the trailer.
• All cargo is secured.
• Wheel chocks are available.
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• The trailer load is evenly distributed such that the
Trailer Mode
trailer tongue weight is approximately 4-10% of the
total trailer weight, without exceeding the maximum
Trailer Mode must always be active when towing a trailer.
tongue weights provided in Trailer Towing on page
When you connect a trailer’s electrical connection while
75.
the vehicle is in Park, Model Y automatically engages
CAUTION: Loads that are balanced over the
Trailer Mode. When you disconnect the trailer’s electrical
trailer wheels or heavier in the rear can cause
connection, Trailer Mode does not automatically
trailer sway, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
disengage. To manually engage or disengage Trailer
Mode, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Trailer Mode
on the touchscreen. One of the following indicators
WARNING: Always ensure that cargo is secured in
displays:
the trailer and will not shift. Dynamic load shifts
can cause loss of vehicle control, resulting in
Trailer Mode is active.
serious injury.
Towing Guidelines
Model Y is designed primarily as a passenger-carrying
Model Y detects a connection for trailer
vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional load on the
lights but Trailer Mode is disabled. It is
motor(s), drive train, brakes, tires, and suspension and
likely that a carrying accessory has been
significantly decreases range. If you decide to tow a
connected.
trailer, proceed with caution and follow these general
guidelines:
Model Y detects a faulty electrical
• Reduce your driving speed and avoid sudden
connection for the trailer lights. Some, or
maneuvers. When towing a trailer, steering, stability,
all, trailer lights may not be functioning.
turning radius, stopping distance and braking
Pull over as soon as safety permits and
performance are different when compared to driving
inspect the trailer lights for faulty cabling
without a trailer.
or connections. If the issues are resolved
and the red icon still persists, disable and
• Increase your following distance by maintaining at
re-enable Trailer Mode once more.
least twice the distance from the vehicle ahead. This
helps to avoid situations that require heavy braking.
Sudden braking may result in skidding or jack-knifing,
Some Autopilot features, as well as rear parking sensor
and loss of control.
functionality, may not be available when Trailer Mode is
enabled. In addition, these features operate differently:
• Avoid sharp turns. Sharp turns can cause the trailer to
contact the vehicle and cause damage. Keep in mind
• Tra c-Aware Cruise Control increases the following
that the trailer wheels are closer to the inside of the
distance from the vehicle in front of you.
turn than the vehicle’s wheels. Therefore, make wider
turns to prevent the trailer from hitting curbs, road
• Side collision warnings are active but automatic
signs, trees or other objects.
steering interventions are disabled.
• Periodically check the trailer lights and turn signals to
• The braking force provided by Automatic Emergency
confirm that the bulbs are still working. When towing
Braking (see Collision Avoidance Assist on page 119)
a trailer, the turn signal arrows on the touchscreen
may be limited. Therefore, stopping distance may
flash as normal, even if the bulbs on the trailer are
increase.
burned out.
• Periodically confirm the cargo is secure.
WARNING: Do not rely on Model Y to detect the
trailer and automatically engage Trailer Mode.
• Regularly confirm that all towing components are
Always check to ensure Trailer Mode is engaged
securely tightened.
before towing a trailer.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you
WARNING: Towing requires you to increase your
exit Trailer Mode when towing a trailer. Doing so
stopping distance. When towing, increase your
can cause serious injury.
following distance and avoid situations that could
potentially cause heavy braking. Failure to do so
can result in a collision.
WARNING: Observe all regulations and legal
requirements in your jurisdiction that apply
specifically to trailer towing. Failure to comply with
regulations can compromise your safety.
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Trailer Brakes
When towing a loaded trailer that weighs more than
1650 lbs (750 kg), Tesla recommends that the trailer be
equipped with its own brake system adequate for the
weight of the trailer. Ensure compliance with local
regulations. A brake controller must be purchased
separately, and the required 4-pin pigtail connector can
be ordered from Tesla Service.
Follow these steps to connect a brake controller:
1. Connect the wiring on the brake controller to the
appropriate locations on the 4-pin pigtail connector.
4. Connect the pigtail connector to the vehicle wiring
connector.
WARNING: Towing increases your stopping
distance, even when the trailer is equipped with its
own braking system. When towing, increase your
following distance and avoid situations that could
potentially cause heavy braking. Failure to do so
can cause a collision.
WARNING: Observe all regulations and legal
2. Remove the cover located under the dashboard in
requirements in your regional and national
the driver’s side footwell.
jurisdictions that apply specifically to trailer towing
and brake requirements. Many regions require a
breakaway switch, located on the tongue of the
trailer, to activate the trailer brakes in the event
that the trailer separates from the vehicle. Failure
to comply with regulations can compromise your
safety.
WARNING: Follow the instructions provided by the
trailer brake manufacturer to ensure that trailer
brakes are properly installed, adjusted, and
maintained. Tesla is not responsible for damages
caused by incorrect installation of trailer braking
systems.
Parking with a Trailer
Whenever possible, avoid parking on a grade. However,
if parking on a grade is absolutely necessary, place
wheel chocks under the trailer wheels. Consider having
someone help you with these steps:
3. Peel back the carpet to expose the vehicle's 4-pin
connector on the wiring harness.
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 chocks are in place, release the brake pedal
and ensure the chocks hold the weight of the vehicle
and trailer.
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NOTE: When testing chocks, ensure that Vehicle Hold
1. Remove the dust cover from the hitch housing by
(see Vehicle Hold on page 69) is not engaged. If
using a small object, such as a flat screwdriver, to pry
Vehicle Hold is braking Model Y, the Vehicle Hold
between the dust cover and hitch housing. Store the
indicator light displays on the touchscreen. To
dust cover in a secure location.
disengage Vehicle Hold, press and release the brake
pedal.
4. Place the vehicle in Park.
WARNING: If parking on a grade is necessary,
always ensure that all trailer wheels have been
securely chocked. Failure to do so can result in
serious damage or injury.
Trailer Sway Mitigation
When trailer sway is detected, the electronic stability
control system attempts to apply the appropriate
amount of braking to minimize trailer sway. The
touchscreen briefly displays the traction control system
indicator. Pressing the brake pedal when the system is
actively braking to mitigate trailer sway does not cancel
this automatic braking.
2. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from the locking
bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the hitch
Attaching and Removing the Ball
assembly.
Mount
3. Slide the ball holder into the hitch assembly.
4. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the
The Model Y towing package does not include a ball
hitch assembly.
mount. You must purchase a ball mount suitable for the
5. Slide the locking bolt through the hitch assembly/ball
type of trailer you are towing. The Model Y hitch receiver
holder.
supports a ball mount with a length of up to 8.5” (22
cm) and a rise of up to 0.75” (2 cm). Do not use any
6. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end of the
type of drop ball mount that does not meet these
locking bolt.
requirements.
To remove a ball mount:
1. Remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slide
the locking bolt out of the ball holder/hitch assembly.
2. Pull the ball holder out 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
lights, brake lights, side marker lights, and turn signals.
To provide power for trailer lighting, a built-in 7-pin
wiring connector is provided near the hitch support's
wiring plugs for most types of trailers. Plugging in trailer
wiring into the Model Y electrical connector
automatically engages Trailer Mode (see Trailer Mode on
page 77).
To attach a ball mount:
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Impact on Range
Towing a trailer increases vehicle weight and drag. As a
result, driving range can decrease significantly. Although
Trip Planner (if available in your market region) attempts
to adjust estimates based on Trailer Mode, actual energy
consumption may vary. Plan trip length and charging
destinations accordingly.
1. Reverse Lights
2. Brake Controller Output
3. Right Turn Signal and Brake Light
4. Low Voltage Power (if equipped)
5. Ground
6. Left Turn Signal and Brake Light
7. Tail Lamps
NOTE: It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that all
electrical connections are working and all trailer lights
are operating before and during towing. You must
perform manual checks.
NOTE: Loss of trailer lights when towing may be the
result of a fault in the trailer wiring or excessive power
consumption by the lights connected to the trailer
output(s). When this occurs, a red Trailer Mode icon
appears on the touchscreen. Fix any issues with the
wiring and/or reduce the number of lights connected to
the trailer output(s), then toggle Trailer Mode off and on
again.
CAUTION: Always ensure that the trailer electrical
cable does not contact or drag on the 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 electrical
wiring using any other method. Doing so can
damage the vehicle's electrical system and cause
malfunctions.
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Cold Weather Best Practices
To ensure that Model Y provides you with the best
CAUTION: Remove any jewelry or objects that can
ownership experience possible in harsh cold weather
damage the paint prior to performing the
conditions, follow these best practices.
procedure, and do not attempt to use tools or
excessive force.
Before Driving
NOTE: Preemptively applying WD-40 to the door handle
pivot pins can help prevent ice buildup inside your door
handle.
When snow and ice accumulate on your vehicle, moving
parts, such as the door handles, windows, mirrors, and
Perform the following to remove ice from the door
wipers can freeze in place. To achieve maximum range
handle:
and performance, it is helpful to warm the cabin and
Battery before you leave. There are several ways to do
so:
1. Press the frontmost part of the door handle to
initially try release light or moderate ice buildup.
• Touch Schedule, available on both the charging and
climate control screens, to set a time when you want
your vehicle to be ready to drive (see Scheduled
Charging and Scheduled Departure on page 172).
• On the mobile app, navigate to Climate to customize
the temperature at which you want to heat the cabin.
This also warms the high voltage Battery as needed.
• On the mobile app, navigate to Climate > Defrost Car
to melt snow, ice, and frost on the windshield,
windows, and mirrors. This also warms the high
voltage Battery as needed.
NOTE: Tesla recommends activating climate settings
at least 30-45 minutes before departure (see Climate
Controls on page 130). Preconditioning times
depend on outside temperature and other factors.
The Mobile App will notify you once your vehicle has
2. Forcefully press the rear-most part of the door
reached the desired preconditioning temperature.
handle to try to open the door handle.
3. Working in a circular pattern around the perimeter of
• In extremely cold weather or icy conditions, it is
the door handle, use the bottom of your fist to
possible that your charge port latch may freeze in
forcefully bump the door handle to break and release
place. Some vehicles are equipped with a charge port
the ice buildup.
inlet heater that turns on when you turn on the rear
defrost in cold weather conditions. You can also thaw
4. Aiming for the rearmost end of the wide part of the
ice on the charge port latch by enabling Defrost Car
door handle, use the bottom of your fist to forcefully
on the mobile app.
bump the door handle. Increase the intensity of the
bumps as necessary, repeating steps 1 through 3 until
• Warming the Battery using Scheduled Departure or
the ice is removed and the door handle can be
the mobile app before driving can also reduce
opened.
charging time at a Supercharger or third party fast
charger, especially if the Supercharger or third party
CAUTION: Never bump the vehicle so hard as
fast charger is close enough that Trip Planner (if
to cause a dent; the force used should be
available in your market region) does not have
similar to knocking on your neighbor’s front
su cient time to precondition the Battery (see
door.
Warming the Battery Before Supercharging on page
83).
Removing Ice From Door Handle
In severe winter conditions, ice buildup within the door
handle can prevent the door handle from opening. The
process for freeing a Model Y door handle is slightly
different than other door handles; you can usually
remove the ice with a few forceful bumps to the door
handle using the bottom of your fist.
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5. Remove the towel or other soft material used to prop
5. Once the door handle is able to move, open and close
the door handle open.
it a few more times to release any remaining ice
buildup. Make sure the door handle is fully pressed in
6. Pivot the door handle in and out approximately ten
(retracted) prior to entering the vehicle, and check
times.
that the door is fully closed before driving away.
7. For a second time, place the end of the straw next to
the pivot pin and spray it for approximately one
Applying WD-40 to Door Handle Pivot
second, taking care not to accidentally spray other
components.
Pins
NOTE: Rest the end of the straw on the top of the
spring around the pivot pin to better aim the spray.
In severe winter conditions, applying WD-40 to door
handle pivot pins can help prevent ice buildup that
8. Remove the towel or other soft material used to prop
might immobilize the handle. Consider applying WD-40
the door handle open.
to the door handle pivot pins if you are expecting
freezing rain, heavy snow, or icy conditions. Reapply as
9. Pivot the door handle in and out approximately ten
needed.
times.
10. Perform this procedure on the other three door
CAUTION: Read and observe the instructions and
handles.
warnings provided by WD-40 prior to performing
this procedure.
Windows
To apply WD-40 to the door handle pivot pin:
1. Open the door handle and prop it open using a
• On the mobile app, navigate to Climate > Defrost as
folded towel or other soft material.
mentioned previously. Your vehicle heats the driver
and passenger windows to melt ice that could
2. Attach the provided straw to the nozzle of the
prevent windows from moving.
WD-40 bottle.
• Model Y automatically makes a slight adjustment to
3. Put on eye protection.
the position of the windows to make it easier to open
4. Place the end of the straw next to the pivot pin and
doors in cold temperature.
spray it for approximately one second, taking care
• Use the mobile app to schedule a service
not to accidentally spray other components.
appointment for Tesla to provide hydrophobic
NOTE: Rest the end of the straw on the top of the
coating to your windows for a nominal fee.
spring around the pivot pin to better aim the spray.
WARNING: Make sure eye protection is worn
Mirrors
when performing this step.
If ice buildup is expected when parking, turn off Auto-
Fold Mirrors. Touch Controls > Auto-Fold. Ice can
prevent exterior side mirrors from folding or unfolding.
NOTE: Side mirrors automatically heat as needed during
preconditioning, or when the rear defroster is turned on.
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Wipers
Blue Snowflake Icon
If you expect snow or ice to build up when parked, touch
A blue snowflake icon appears on your
Controls > Service > Wiper Service Mode. This raises
touchscreen when some of the stored energy in
wipers against the windshield so they can defrost when
the Battery is unavailable because the Battery is
the windshield defrosts (see Wipers and Washers on
cold. This portion of unavailable energy displays
page 61). You can also turn on wiper defrosters (if
in blue on the Battery meter. Regenerative
equipped). See Climate Controls on page 130.
braking, acceleration, and charging rates may be
limited. The snowflake icon no longer displays
Tires and Tire Chains
when the Battery is su ciently warm.
• Use winter tires to increase traction in snowy or icy
Warming the Battery Before
conditions. You can purchase winter tires on http://
Supercharging
181).
By using Trip Planner (if available in your market region)
• Tire chains provide additional traction when driving in
to navigate to a Supercharger, Model Y pre-heats the
snowy or icy conditions. Check local regulations to
Battery to ensure when you arrive at the Supercharger,
determine if tire chains are recommended or required
the Battery temperature is optimal and ready to charge.
during winter months. See Using Tire Chains on page
This reduces the amount of time it takes to charge. See
181 for more information.
(see Trip Planner on page 139).
Your vehicle’s tire pressures will drop in cold ambient
NOTE: Tesla recommends using Trip Planner to navigate
temperatures. If the TPMS indicator light appears, inflate
to a Supercharger for at least 30-45 minutes before
the tires before driving. The tires will lose one PSI for
arrival to ensure optimal Battery temperature and
every 10° F (6° C) drop in outside temperature (see Tire
charging conditions. If the drive to the Supercharger is
Care and Maintenance on page 176). Proper tire
less than 30-45 minutes, consider preconditioning the
pressures help protect tires from potholes and improve
Battery prior to driving (see Before Driving on page 81).
range when properly inflated.
Autopilot
While Driving
To ensure optimal Autopilot performance, keep the
Cold weather can increase energy consumption because
sensors free of snow, ice, mud, and dirt (see About
more power is required for driving, cabin and Battery
Autopilot on page 85).
heating. Follow these suggestions to reduce energy
consumption:
After Driving
• Use seat heaters to keep warm. Seat heaters use less
Leave Model Y plugged in when not in use. This uses the
energy than the cabin heater. Lowering the cabin
charging system, rather than the Battery itself, to keep
temperature and using seat heaters reduces energy
the Battery warm (see High Voltage Battery Information
consumption (see Climate Controls on page 130).
on page 167).
• Slow down your driving and avoid frequent and rapid
acceleration.
Scheduled Departure
Regenerative Braking
When parked, plug in Model Y and use the Schedule
settings, available on both the charging and climate
Regenerative braking can be limited if the Battery is too
control screens, to set a time when you want to
cold. As you continue to drive, the Battery warms up
precondition Model Y (see Scheduled Charging and
and regenerative power increases (see Regenerative
Scheduled Departure on page 172). Your vehicle
Braking on page 63).
determines the appropriate time to begin charging so it
is complete during off-peak hours and the cabin and
NOTE: Limited regenerative braking can be avoided if
Battery are warm by your set departure time. For more
you allow enough time to precondition your vehicle or if
information, see Scheduled Charging and Scheduled
you use Schedule to precondition Model Y before your
Departure on page 172.
departure time (see Scheduled Charging and Scheduled
Departure on page 172).
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.
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Charge Port
• If your charge port latch freezes in place and a
charging cable becomes stuck in the charge port, try
manually releasing the charge cable. See Manually
Releasing Charge Cable on page 173.
• Use the mobile app to precondition your vehicle to
help thaw ice on the charge port latch so that the
charge cable can be removed or inserted (see Mobile
App on page 163).
NOTE: You can also prevent the occurrence of a charge
port latch freezing in place by using the Schedule
settings (see Scheduled Charging and Scheduled
Departure on page 172).
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 not
engaged.
Storage
If you leave Model Y parked for an extended period of
time, plug the vehicle into a charger to prevent normal
range loss and to keep the Battery at an optimal
temperature. Your vehicle is safe to stay plugged in for
any length of time.
When not in use, Model Y enters a sleep mode to
conserve energy. Reduce the number of times you check
your vehicle’s status on the mobile app, as this
automatically wakes up your vehicle and starts normal
energy consumption.
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About Autopilot
How It Works
Your Model Y includes the following components that actively monitor the surrounding area:
1. A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
2. Ultrasonic sensors (if equipped) are located in the front and rear bumpers.
3. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
4. Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
5. A camera is mounted to each front fender.
6. Radar (if equipped) is mounted behind the front bumper.
Model Y is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering systems.
In addition, the cabin 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 transmitted
unless you enable data sharing. To enable data sharing, touch Controls > Software > Data Sharing > Allow Cabin
Camera Analytics. Cabin Camera Analytics helps Tesla continue to develop even safer vehicles in the future. See
Cabin Camera on page 123.
NOTE: Ensure all cameras and sensors (if equipped) are clean before each drive. See Cleaning Cameras and Sensors
on page 87 for more information. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as environmental conditions such as rain and
faded lane markings, can affect Autopilot performance.
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When calibration is complete, Autopilot features are
Active Safety Features
available for use. Calibration typically completes after
driving 20-25 miles (32-40 km), but the distance varies
These Active Safety features are designed to increase
depending on road and environmental conditions. For
your safety:
example, calibration completes quicker when driving on
a straight road with multiple lanes (such as a controlled-
• Lane Assist (see Lane Assist on page 116)
access highway), with highly-visible lane markings (in
the driving lane as well as the adjacent lanes). Contact
• Collision Avoidance Assist (see Collision Avoidance
Assist on page 119)
Tesla only if your Model Y has not completed the
calibration process after driving 100 miles (160 km) in
• Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page 122)
the described conditions.
• Cabin Camera (see Cabin Camera on page 123)
If a camera has shifted from its calibrated position (for
example, the camera or windshield was replaced), you
You can enable/disable some of these features and in
must clear the calibration. To do so, touch Controls >
some cases, control how they work. To access settings
Service > Camera Calibration > Clear Calibration. When
for these features, touch Controls > Autopilot.
the calibration is cleared, Model Y repeats the calibration
process. While this helps re-calibrate the cameras in
Autopilot Features
many cases, Clear Calibration may not resolve all
camera and sensor concerns.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
NOTE: To calibrate, cameras require highly-visible lane
your vehicle may not be equipped with all features listed
markings in both the driving lane and adjacent lanes (at
below, or a feature may not operate exactly as
least two lanes over on each side of the vehicle). For
described.
best results, drive in the middle lane of a multi-lane
highway (ideally with at least five lanes) that has clear
These Autopilot convenience features are designed to
lane markings and minimal tra c.
reduce driver workload:
NOTE: If you attempt to use a feature that is not
available until the calibration process is complete, the
• Tra c-Aware Cruise Control (see Tra c-Aware
feature is disabled and the touchscreen displays a
Cruise Control on page 88)
message.
• Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 93)
NOTE: Model Y must repeat the calibration process if the
• Auto Lane Change (see Auto Lane Change on page
cameras are serviced by Tesla, and in some cases, after a
95)
software update.
• Autopark (see Autopark on page 108)
Limitations
• Summon (see Summon on page 110)
• Smart Summon (Smart Summon on page 113)
Many factors can impact the performance of Autopilot
components, causing them to be unable to function as
• Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning (see Stop Light
intended. These include (but are not limited to):
and Stop Sign Warning on page 96)
• Navigate on Autopilot (see Navigate on Autopilot on
• Poor visibility (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
page 98)
• Bright light (due to oncoming headlights, direct
• Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control (see Tra c Light
sunlight, etc.).
and Stop Sign Control on page 101)
• Damage or obstructions caused by mud, ice, snow,
etc.
You can enable/disable some of these features and in
some cases, control how they work. To access settings
• Interference or obstruction by object(s) mounted
associated with these features, touch Controls >
onto the vehicle (such as a bike rack).
Autopilot.
• Obstruction caused by applying excessive paint or
adhesive products (such as wraps, stickers, rubber
Drive to Calibrate Cameras
coating, etc.) onto the vehicle.
• Narrow or winding roads.
Model Y must maneuver with precision when Autopilot
• A damaged or misaligned body panel.
features are being used. Therefore, before some features
can be used for the first time or after some types of
• Use of gray or aftermarket glass.
service repairs, cameras must complete a self-calibration
• Interference from other equipment that generates
process. For your convenience, the touchscreen displays
ultrasonic waves.
a progress indicator.
• Extremely hot or cold temperatures.
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CAUTION: If a windshield replacement is needed,
take your vehicle to Tesla Service. This ensures
appropriate handling and mounting of the
camera(s). Failure to do so can cause one or more
Autopilot features to malfunction.
WARNING: The list above does not represent an
exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with
proper operation of Autopilot components. Never
depend on these components to keep you safe. It
is the driver's responsibility to stay alert, drive
safely, and be in control of the vehicle at all times.
WARNING: Advanced safety features may not be
available during the calibration period.
WARNING: Re-calibrating the cameras or sensors
on the touchscreen is not a substitute for checking
the physical positioning and condition of these
components. Walk around your vehicle and inspect
the cameras and sensors for physical damage.
Incorrectly calibrated or positioned cameras and
sensors may limit or disable the use of safety
features. Contact Tesla if you suspect 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, or damage
(see Cleaning on page 183).
Condensation can form inside the camera enclosures,
especially if you park your vehicle outside in cold or wet
conditions. The touchscreen may display an alert stating
that a camera is blocked and that some or all Autopilot
features may be temporarily restricted until the camera
vision is clear. To proactively dry the condensation,
precondition the cabin by setting it to a warm
temperature, turning the windshield defroster on, and
directing the front air vents toward the door pillars (see
Mobile App on page 163).
CAUTION: Do not wipe an exposed lens with your
hands or a cloth in an attempt to remove dirt or
debris. The debris can damage the surface of the
lens when wiped.
CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based or abrasive
cleaners. Doing so can damage surfaces.
CAUTION: Do not clean an ultrasonic sensor (if
equipped) or camera lens with a sharp or abrasive
object that can scratch or damage its surface.
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Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
detected ahead of you, you can initiate Tra c-Aware
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
Cruise Control at any speed, even when stationary,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Trac-Aware
provided Model Y is at least 5 feet (150 cm) behind the
Cruise Control, or the feature may not operate exactly as
detected vehicle and certain vehicle and environmental
described. If your vehicle is not equipped, refer to the
conditions are met.
owner's manual on your vehicle's touchscreen for
instructions on how to use Cruise Control.
NOTE: The maximum cruising speed is 90 mph (150
km/h). It is the driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe
NOTE: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is a BETA feature.
speed based on road conditions and speed limits.
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control determines when there is a
When Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is
vehicle in front of you in the same lane. If the area in
available but not engaged, the touchscreen
front of Model Y is clear, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
displays the cruising speed in gray. The
maintains a set driving speed. When a vehicle is
number shown represents the cruising
detected, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is designed to
speed that will be set when you engage
slow down Model Y as needed to maintain a selected
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control.
time-based distance from the vehicle in front, up to the
set speed. Tra c-Aware Cruise Control does not
When Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is
eliminate the need to watch the road in front of you and
actively cruising at a set cruising speed,
to manually apply the brakes when needed.
the cruising speed is highlighted with blue
text.
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is primarily intended for
driving on dry, straight roads, such as highways.
1. You can choose whether Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors are
engages at the currently detected speed limit or your
clean before each drive. Dirty cameras and
current driving speed. Touch Controls > Autopilot >
sensors, as well as environmental conditions such
Set Speed and choose either Speed Limit or Current
as rain and faded lane markings, can affect
Speed. If you choose to engage Tra c-Aware Cruise
Autopilot performance.
Control at the currently detected speed limit, you can
WARNING: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is
specify an offset. Touch Set Speed Offset. You can
designed for your driving comfort and
choose a Fixed offset, in which the cruising speed
convenience and is not a collision warning or
adjusts by a specific number of mph (km/h) on all
avoidance system. It is your responsibility to stay
roads, or a Percentage offset, in which the cruising
alert, drive safely, and be in control of the vehicle
speed is adjusted as a percentage of the road's
at all times. Never depend on Tra c-Aware Cruise
detected speed limit.
Control to adequately slow down Model Y. Always
WARNING: When cruising at the speed limit,
watch the road in front of you and be prepared to
there may be situations where the cruising
take corrective action at all times. Failure to do so
speed may not change when the speed limit
can result in serious injury or death.
changes.
WARNING: Although Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
WARNING: Do not rely on Tra c-Aware Cruise
is capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists,
Control or Speed Assist to determine an
never depend on Tra c-Aware Cruise Control to
accurate or appropriate cruising speed. It is the
adequately slow Model Y down for them. Always
driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe speed
watch the road in front of you and be prepared to
based on road conditions and applicable speed
take corrective action at all times. Failure to do so
limits.
can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use Tra c-Aware Cruise
2. To engage Tra c-Aware Cruise Control when it is
Control on winding roads with sharp curves, on icy
available (the car status area of the touchscreen
or slippery road surfaces, or when weather
displays the gray cruising speed icon), move the drive
conditions (such as heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.)
stalk down once, then release the accelerator pedal
make it inappropriate to drive at a consistent
to allow Tra c-Aware Cruise Control to maintain the
speed. Tra c-Aware Cruise Control does not
cruising speed.
adapt driving speed based on road and driving
NOTE: Moving the drive stalk down twice in quick
conditions.
succession engages Autosteer (assuming it has been
enabled), which includes Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
To Use Trac-Aware Cruise Control
functionality, as described in Autosteer on page
93).
To initiate Tra c-Aware Cruise Control when no vehicle
3. To change your speed while using Tra c-Aware
is detected ahead of you, you must be driving at least
18 mph (30 km/h), unless certain vehicle and
Cruise Control, you can roll the right scroll wheel on
environmental conditions are met, in which case, you
the steering wheel up or down. You can also change
the cruising speed to the current speed limit
may be able to initiate it at lower speeds. If a vehicle is
(including any offset you've specified), by either long
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pressing the drive stalk down, or touching the speed
Cruising at the Set Speed
limit sign on the touchscreen. For more details, see
Changing the Cruising Speed on page 89.
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control maintains your set cruising
4. To cancel Tra c-Aware Cruise Control, push the drive
speed whenever a vehicle is not detected in front of
stalk up once or press the brake pedal. See Canceling
Model Y. When cruising behind a detected vehicle,
and Resuming on page 91 for more information.
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control accelerates and decelerates
Model Y as needed to maintain a chosen following
distance (see Adjust the Following Distance on page
Set Trac-Aware Cruise Control
90), up to the set speed.
Chime
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control also adjusts the cruising
speed when entering and exiting curves.
If you want a chime to sound when you engage or
cancel Tra c-Aware Cruise Control, touch Controls >
You can manually accelerate at any time when cruising
Autopilot > Trac-Aware Cruise Control Chime.
at a set speed, but when you release the accelerator,
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control resumes cruising at the set
NOTE: Model Y must be in Park.
speed.
Changing the Cruising Speed
NOTE: When Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is actively
slowing down Model Y to maintain the selected distance
from the vehicle ahead, brake lights turn on to alert
Roll the right scroll wheel up to increase, or down to
decrease, the set speed. Slowly rolling the scroll wheel
other road users that you are slowing down. You may
changes the set speed in 1 mph (1 km/h) increments and
notice slight movement of the brake pedal. However,
quickly rolling the scroll wheel changes the set speed to
when Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is accelerating Model
Y, the accelerator pedal does not move.
the closest 5 mph (5 km/h) increment.
WARNING: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control may
occasionally cause Model Y to brake when not
required or when you are not expecting it. This can
be caused by closely following a vehicle ahead,
detecting vehicles or objects in adjacent lanes
(especially on curves), etc.
WARNING: Due to limitations inherent in the
onboard GPS (Global Positioning System), you
may experience situations in which Model Y slows
down, especially near exits or off-ramps where a
curve is detected and/or you are navigating to a
destination and not following the route.
WARNING: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control may not
detect all objects and, especially when cruising
over 50 mph (80 km/h), may not brake/decelerate
when a vehicle or object is only partially in the
driving lane or when a vehicle you are following
moves out of your driving path and a stationary or
slow-moving vehicle or object is in front of you.
Always pay attention to the road ahead and stay
prepared to take immediate corrective action.
Depending on Tra c-Aware Cruise Control to
With Tra c-Aware Cruise Control engaged and cruising
avoid a collision can result in serious injury or
at a set speed, you can also change the cruising speed
death. In addition, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
to the current speed limit (including any offset you've
may react to vehicles or objects that either do not
specified), by either pushing the drive stalk downward
exist, or are not in your lane of travel, causing
and briefly holding, or touching and briefly holding the
Model Y to slow down unnecessarily or
speed limit sign on the touchscreen, until you see the
inappropriately.
cruising speed change.
NOTE: It may take a few seconds for Model Y to reach
the new cruising speed, assuming Model Y is not
cruising behind a vehicle that is driving slower than your
set speed.
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Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
WARNING: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control may be
NOTE: The on-board Global Positioning System (GPS)
unable to provide adequate speed control because
determines if you are driving in a region with right or left
of limited braking capability and hills. It can also
hand tra c. In situations where GPS data is unavailable
misjudge the distance from a vehicle ahead.
(for example, if there is inadequate signal), engaging the
Driving downhill can increase driving speed,
turn signal near an exit does not cause Tra c-Aware
causing Model Y to exceed your set speed (and
Cruise Control to slow down Model Y.
potentially the road's speed limit). Never depend
on Tra c-Aware Cruise Control to slow down
When enabled while on a highway interchange or off-
Model Y enough to prevent a collision. Always
ramp, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control may reduce your set
keep your eyes on the road when driving and be
speed in 5 mph (5 km/h) increments - to as slow as
prepared to take corrective action as needed.
25 mph (40 km/h) - to better match the reported
Depending on Tra c-Aware Cruise Control to
speeds of other Tesla vehicles that have driven at that
reduce your driving speed enough to prevent a
specific location. To override this and continue cruising
collision can result in serious injury or death.
at your set speed, tap the accelerator pedal. The new set
speed is maintained for the duration of the interchange
or off-ramp (unless you override it or cancel Tra c-
HOLD State
Aware Cruise Control). After the interchange or off-
ramp, the set speed may revert or change as necessary
When following a vehicle, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
based on the new location. For example, if you merged
remains active at low speeds, even when Model Y comes
onto a different highway, the set cruising speed reverts
to a full stop. When the vehicle is moving again, Tra c-
back to what it was before driving on the interchange.
Aware Cruise Control resumes operating at the set
speed. However, under the following circumstances,
WARNING: In some cases (such as having
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control goes into a HOLD state, in
insu cient data), Tra c-Aware Cruise Control may
which case, you need to briefly press the accelerator
not automatically reduce the set speed on the
pedal to resume cruising. When the HOLD status is
highway interchange or off-ramp. Do not rely on
active, the touchscreen displays the HOLD icon and a
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control to determine an
message that indicates that you need to resume cruise
appropriate driving speed. Tesla recommends
control. The following circumstances can cause Tra c-
driving at a speed that is safe for road conditions
Aware Cruise Control to go into the HOLD state:
and within posted speed limits.
• Model Y has been at a standstill for 5 minutes.
Adjust the Following Distance
• Model Y detects a pedestrian (the HOLD state may
clear when the pedestrian is no longer detected).
To adjust the following distance you want to maintain
• Model Y suddenly loses visibility of the vehicle in
between Model Y and a vehicle traveling ahead of you,
front of you.
press the steering wheel's right scroll button to the left
or right. Choose a setting from 1 (the closest following
• An obstacle is detected in front of Model Y.
distance) to 7 (the longest following distance). Each
setting corresponds to a time-based distance that
represents how long it takes for Model Y, from its
Cruising Near or On Exits
current location, to reach the location of the rear
bumper of the vehicle ahead of you.
When cruising near an exit on a controlled-access
highway and engaging the turn signal toward the off-
ramp, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control assumes you are
exiting and begins to slow down Model Y. If you do not
drive onto the off-ramp, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control
resumes cruising at the set speed. In a region with right
hand tra c, this occurs only when you engage the right
turn signal when driving in the right-most lane within
164 feet (50 meters) of an exit. Likewise in regions with
left hand tra c; when engaging the left turn signal when
driving in the left-most lane within 164 feet (50 meters)
of an exit.
When cruising onto an on-ramp to a controlled-access
highway, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control automatically
adjusts the set cruising speed to the speed limit of the
highway, plus any offset you have specified.
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As you adjust the following distance, the touchscreen
NOTE: Overtake Acceleration occurs when you hold the
displays the current setting.
turn signal in the momentary position (partially
engaged). When you release the turn signal, Model Y
stops accelerating (in the same way as when you release
the accelerator pedal) and resumes the set speed.
WARNING: Overtake Acceleration can cancel for
many unforeseen reasons in addition to those
listed above (for example, lack of GPS data). Stay
NOTE: Your setting is retained until you manually
alert and never depend on Overtake Acceleration
change it.
to increase your driving speed.
NOTE: The closest following distance(s) may be
WARNING: Overtake Acceleration increases your
unavailable for vehicles manufactured after
driving speed whenever the appropriate turn
approximately April 27, 2021.
signal is engaged, and accelerates Model Y closer
to the vehicle ahead. Although Tra c-Aware
WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to
Cruise Control continues to maintain distance from
determine and maintain a safe following distance
the vehicle ahead, it is important to be aware that
at all times. Do not rely on Tra c-Aware Cruise
your selected following distance is reduced when
Control to maintain an accurate or appropriate
Overtake Acceleration is active, particularly in
following distance.
cases where it may not be your intention to
WARNING: Never depend on Tra c-Aware Cruise
overtake the vehicle you are following.
Control to adequately slow down Model Y to avoid
a collision. Always watch the road in front of you
Canceling and Resuming
and stay prepared to take immediate corrective
action.
To manually cancel Tra c-Aware Cruise Control, press
the brake pedal or briefly move the drive stalk up once.
Overtake Acceleration
The cruising speed icon on the touchscreen turns gray
to indicate that Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is no longer
When following a vehicle with Tra c-Aware Cruise
active.
Control active, engaging the turn signal (to indicate a
move into the passing lane) accelerates Model Y towards
WARNING: Do not hold the drive stalk up for more
the vehicle ahead. By momentarily holding the turn
than one second. Doing so cancels Tra c-Aware
signal stalk up or down, you can quickly accelerate up to
Cruise Control and shifts Model Y into Neutral.
your set speed without having to press the accelerator
pedal. The turn signal causes acceleration only when all
of the following conditions are met:
• Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is operating and detects
a vehicle in front of you.
• No obstacles or vehicles are detected in the target
lane.
• Model Y is traveling below the set speed, but over
45 mph (72 km/h).
Overtake Acceleration is intended as an aid when
passing a vehicle ahead of you. When the turn signal is
engaged, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control continues to
maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, but allows you
to drive slightly closer than your selected distance.
To resume cruising, move the drive stalk fully down once
Acceleration cancels when one of the conditions
then release.
happen:
• You reach your set cruising speed.
• Changing lanes takes too long.
• Model Y gets too close to the vehicle ahead.
OR
• You disengage the turn signal.
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Summary of Cruise Indicators
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is available
but is not actively controlling your speed
until you activate it. The number shown in
gray is the cruising speed that will be set
when you engage Tra c-Aware Cruise
Control.
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is actively
cruising and is either maintaining the set
speed (no vehicle in front) or is
maintaining a chosen following distance
from a vehicle ahead (up to the set speed).
Model Y has fully stopped but is in a HOLD
state. If safe, press the accelerator pedal to
NOTE: When Tra c-Aware Cruise Control cancels,
resume cruising at the set speed.
Model Y does not coast. Instead, regenerative braking
slows down Model Y in the same way as when you move
your foot off the accelerator when driving without
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control (see Regenerative Braking
on page 63).
Limitations
WARNING: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control cancels,
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is particularly unlikely to
or may not be available, in the following situations:
operate as intended in the following types of situations:
• You press the brake pedal.
• The road has sharp curves.
• Your driving speed exceeds the maximum cruising
• Visibility is poor (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.).
speed of 90 mph (150 km/h).
• Bright light (such as from oncoming headlights or
• You shift Model Y.
direct sunlight) is interfering with the view of the
• A door is opened.
camera(s).
• A camera or sensor is obstructed. This could be
• A camera or sensor is obstructed (fogged over, dirty,
caused by dirt, mud, ice, snow, fog, etc.
covered by a sticker, etc.).
• The traction control setting is manually disabled or is
repeatedly engaging to prevent wheels from slipping.
WARNING: The list above does not represent an
exhaustive list of situations that may interfere with
• The wheels are spinning while at a standstill.
proper operation of Tra c-Aware Cruise Control.
• The Tra c-Aware Cruise Control system is failing or
requires service.
When Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is unavailable or
cancels, Model Y no longer drives consistently at a set
speed and no longer maintains a specified distance from
the vehicle ahead.
WARNING: Tra c-Aware Cruise Control can cancel
unexpectedly at any time for unforeseen reasons.
Always watch 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.
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Autosteer
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Autosteer, or the
feature may not operate exactly as described.
NOTE: Autosteer is a BETA feature.
Autosteer builds upon Tra c-Aware Cruise Control (see
Tra c-Aware Cruise Control on page 88), intelligently
keeping Model Y in its driving lane when cruising at a set
speed. Autosteer also allows you to use the turn signals
to move Model Y into an adjacent lane (see Auto Lane
Change on page 95). Autosteer detects lane markings
and the presence of vehicles and objects to steer Model
Y.
When full self-driving is enabled (if equipped), the car
status area displays visualizations of the road and your
To indicate that Autosteer is now actively
vehicle's surroundings. You can expand the visualization
steering Model Y, the touchscreen displays
by dragging the car status area from side to side. This
the Autosteer icon in blue. When Autosteer
displays more details about the roadway and its
is able to detect lane markings, it also
surroundings, such as road markings, stop lights, and
displays the driving lane in blue.
objects (such as trash cans and poles).
Autosteer briefly displays a message on the touchscreen
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and sensors are
reminding you to pay attention to the road and be ready
clean. Dirty cameras and sensors, as well as
to take over at any time.
environmental conditions such as rain and faded
lane markings, affect performance.
The speed at which you can initiate Autosteer can vary
WARNING: Autosteer is a hands-on feature. You
depending on various conditions and whether or not a
must keep your hands on the steering wheel at all
vehicle is detected ahead of you. When no vehicle is
times.
detected ahead of you, you must be driving at least
18 mph (30 km/h), unless certain vehicle and
WARNING: Autosteer is intended for use on
environmental conditions are met, in which case, you
controlled-access highways with a fully attentive
may be able to initiate it at lower speeds. When a
driver. When using Autosteer, hold the steering
vehicle is detected ahead of you, you can initiate
wheel and be mindful of road conditions and
Autosteer at any speed, even when stationary, provided
surrounding tra c. Do not use Autosteer in
Model Y is at least 5 feet (150 cm) behind the detected
construction zones, or in areas where bicyclists or
vehicle.
pedestrians may be present. Never depend on
Autosteer to determine an appropriate driving
NOTE: The maximum cruising speed is 90 mph (150
path. Always be prepared to take immediate
km/h). It is the driver's responsibility to cruise at a safe
action. Failure to follow these instructions could
speed based on road conditions and speed limits.
cause damage, serious injury or death.
NOTE: Auto High Beam is automatically enabled when
Autosteer is engaged and the maximum cruising speed
Operating Autosteer
may be limited to a lower speed for vehicles
manufactured after approximately April 27, 2021.
Before you can operate Autosteer, you must enable it by
CAUTION: If available in your market region, Model
touching Controls > Autopilot > Autosteer (Beta).
Y detects lights from an emergency vehicle when
using Autosteer at night on a high speed road, the
To indicate that Autosteer is available (but
driving speed is automatically reduced and the
not actively steering Model Y), the top
touchscreen displays a message informing you of
corner of the touchscreen displays a gray
the slowdown. You will also hear a chime and see a
Autosteer icon next to the driving gear.
reminder to keep your hands on the steering
wheel. When the light detections pass by or cease
to appear, Autopilot resumes your cruising speed.
To initiate Autosteer, move the drive stalk fully down
Alternatively, you may tap the accelerator to
twice in quick succession.
resume your cruising speed.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopilot features to
determine the presence of emergency vehicles.
Model Y may not detect lights from emergency
vehicles in all situations. Keep your eyes on your
driving path and always be prepared to take
immediate action.
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Autosteer
In situations where Autosteer is temporarily unavailable,
Autosteer detects your hands by recognizing slight
the Autosteer icon disappears. For example, your driving
resistance as the steering wheel turns, or from you
speed is not within the speed required for Autosteer to
manually turning the steering wheel very lightly (without
operate. Autosteer may also be unavailable if it is not
enough force to take over steering). Autosteer also
receiving adequate data from the camera(s).
qualifies your hands as being detected if you engage a
turn signal or use a button or scroll wheel on the
If unable to detect lane markings, Autosteer may
steering wheel.
determine the driving lane based on a vehicle you are
following.
NOTE: When your hands are detected, the message
disappears and Autosteer resumes normal operation.
In most cases, Autosteer attempts to center Model Y in
the driving lane. However, there may be situations in
Autosteer requires that you pay attention to your
which Autosteer may steer Model Y in a driving path
surroundings and remain prepared to take control at any
that is offset from the center of the lane (for example,
time. If Autosteer still does not detect your hands on the
detection of guard rails).
steering wheel, the flashing light on the car status
section of the touchscreen increases in frequency and a
WARNING: Autosteer is not designed to, and will
chime sounds.
not, steer Model Y around objects partially in a
driving lane and in some cases, may not stop for
If you repeatedly ignore Autosteer's prompts to apply
objects that are completely blocking the driving
slight force to the steering wheel, Autosteer disables for
lane. Always watch the road in front of you and
the rest of the drive and displays the following message
stay prepared to take immediate action. It is the
requesting you to drive manually. If you don't resume
driver's responsibility to be in control of Model Y at
manual steering, Autosteer sounds a continuous chime,
all times.
turns on the warning flashers, and slows the vehicle to a
complete stop.
Restricted Speed
Autosteer unavailable for the rest of this
drive. Hold steering wheel to drive
On a controlled-access highway, the cruising speed
manually.
reflects the speed limit, taking into consideration any
offset you've specified using Speed Assist. However, if
you choose to use Autosteer on residential roads, a road
without a center divider, or a road where access is not
limited, Autosteer may limit the maximum allowed
For the rest of the drive, you must steer manually.
Autosteer is available again on your next drive (after you
cruising speed and the touchscreen displays a message
stop and shift Model Y into Park).
indicating that speed is restricted. The restricted speed
will be the speed limit of the road plus 5 mph (10 km/h).
Take Over Immediately
In situations where the speed limit cannot be detected
when Autosteer is engaged, Autosteer reduces your
In situations where Autosteer is unable to steer Model Y,
driving speed and limits the set cruising speed to 45
Autosteer sounds a warning chime and displays the
mph (70 km/h). Although you can manually accelerate
following message on the touchscreen:
to exceed the limited speed, Model Y may not brake for
detected obstacles. Autosteer slows down to the limited
speed when you release the accelerator pedal. When
Take over immediately
you leave the road, or disengage Autosteer by using the
steering wheel, you can increase your set speed again, if
desired.
Hold Steering Wheel
When you see this message, TAKE OVER STEERING
IMMEDIATELY.
Autosteer determines how best to steer Model Y. When
active, Autosteer requires you to hold the steering
wheel. If it does not detect your hands on the steering
Canceling Autosteer
wheel for a period of time, a flashing blue light appears
at the top of the car status section of the touchscreen
Autosteer cancels when:
and the following message displays:
• You press the brake pedal.
Apply slight turning force to steering
• You start steering manually.
wheel
• You exceed the maximum speed at which Autosteer
operates - 90 mph (150 km/h).
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• You move the drive stalk upwards.
WARNING: Never depend on Auto Lane Change to
determine an appropriate driving path. Drive
• A door is opened.
attentively by watching the road and tra c ahead
• An Automatic Emergency Braking event occurs (see
of you, checking the surrounding area, and
Collision Avoidance Assist on page 119).
monitoring the touchscreen for warnings. Always
be prepared to take immediate action.
When Autosteer cancels, it sounds a chime and the
WARNING: Do not use Auto Lane Change on roads
Autosteer icon either turns gray to indicate that
where tra c conditions are constantly changing
Autosteer is no longer active, or disappears to indicate
and where bicycles and pedestrians are present.
that it is not currently available.
WARNING: The performance of Auto Lane Change
depends on the ability of the camera(s) to
NOTE: If Autosteer cancels because you started steering
recognize lane markings.
manually, Tra c-Aware Cruise Control remains active.
Disengage Tra c-Aware Cruise Control as you normally
WARNING: Do not use Auto Lane Change on
would, by pressing the brake pedal moving the drive
winding roads with sharp curves, on icy or slippery
stalk upward.
roads, or when weather conditions (such as heavy
rain, snow, fog, etc.) may be obstructing the view
NOTE: If you move the drive stalk upward and hold it up
from the camera(s) or sensors.
for more than one second, Model Y shifts into Neutral
after canceling Autosteer.
WARNING: Failure to follow all warnings and
instructions can result in property damage, serious
To disable Autosteer so it is no longer available, touch
injury or death.
Controls > Autopilot > Autosteer (Beta).
Operating Auto Lane Change
Auto Lane Change
Auto Lane Change is available whenever Autosteer is
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
active. To change lanes using Auto Lane Change:
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Auto Lane
1. Perform visual checks to make sure it is safe and
Change, or the feature may not operate exactly as
appropriate to move into the target lane.
described.
2. Engage the appropriate turn signal, keeping your
When Autosteer is active, engage a turn signal to move
hands on the steering wheel.
Model Y into an adjacent lane (moving the steering
3. If needed, cancel the turn signal once you are in the
wheel would cancel Autosteer).
target lane.
NOTE: The minimum speed at which Auto Lane Change
operates may vary depending on region, adjacent lane
speeds, and other factors. Always be ready to manually
steer and change lanes as necessary.
Auto Lane Change moves Model Y into the adjacent lane
in the direction indicated by the turn signal, provided
the following conditions are met:
• The turn signal is engaged.
• Model Y does not detect a vehicle in its blind spot, or
a vehicle or obstacle up to the center of the target
lane.
• Lane markings indicate that a lane change is
WARNING: It is the driver's responsibility to
permitted.
determine whether a lane change is safe and
• Midway through the lane change, Model Y must
appropriate. Therefore, before initiating a lane
detect the target lane's outside lane marking. If this
change, always check blind spots, lane markings,
lane marking is not detected, the lane change is
and the surrounding roadway to confirm it is safe
aborted and Model Y returns to its original driving
and appropriate to move into the target lane.
lane.
• The view of the camera(s) is not obstructed.
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When an automatic lane change is in progress, Overtake
The visual and audible warnings cancel after a few
Acceleration is activated, allowing Model Y to accelerate
seconds, or when you press the brake pedal, whichever
closer to a vehicle in front (see Overtake Acceleration on
comes first.
page 91).
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning provides warnings
NOTE: Auto Lane Change moves Model Y one lane at a
only. It does not slow down or stop Model Y at red tra c
time. Moving into an additional lane requires you to
lights, stop signs, road markings, etc. If equipped with
engage the turn signal a second time after the first lane
Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control, you can enable this
change is complete.
feature to automatically stop Model Y at tra c lights
and stop signs (see Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control
When using Auto Lane Change, it is important to
on page 101).
monitor its performance by watching the driving path in
front of you and the surrounding area. Stay prepared to
CAUTION: Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning
take over steering at any time. As you are crossing over
requires on-board maps to know that a particular
into the adjacent lane, the touchscreen displays the
stop light or stop sign exists at a location. In some
location in the lane that Model Y is moving into.
cases, map data is inaccurate or outdated and may
not include all stop lights or stop signs. Therefore,
In situations where Auto Lane Change is unable to
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning may not detect
operate at optimal performance, or cannot operate due
all stop lights and stop signs.
to inadequate data, the touchscreen displays a series of
WARNING: The Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning
warnings. Therefore, when using Auto Lane Change,
feature does not apply the brakes or decelerate
always pay attention to the touchscreen and be
Model Y and may not detect all stop lights and
prepared to manually steer Model Y.
stop signs. Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning is
designed for guidance purposes only and is not a
Adjacent Lane Speed
substitute for attentive driving and sound
judgment. Keep your eyes on the road when
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
driving and never depend on Stop Light and Stop
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
Sign Warning to warn you of a stop light or stop
your vehicle may not be equipped with Adjacent Lane
sign.
Speed, or the feature may not operate exactly as
WARNING: Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning is
described.
designed to warn you only when approaching a
visible red stop sign, solid red or later portion of a
When moving significantly faster than vehicles in
yellow tra c light. It may not warn you of
adjacent lanes, Model Y automatically reduces the
intersections with flashing lights and it does not
driving speed. This is especially helpful in heavy tra c
warn you of yield signs or temporary stop and
situations or when vehicles are constantly merging into
yield signs (such as those used in construction
different lanes. When Model Y detects other vehicles
areas). Additionally, Stop Light and Stop Sign
driving significantly slower, the touchscreen highlights
Warning does not warn you of approaching stop
the adjacent lanes with arrows and detected vehicles in
lights or stop signs when you are pressing the
gray, and Model Y reduces the driving speed as
accelerator pedal or brake pedal (which disables
appropriate. To temporarily override this feature, press
Autosteer).
the accelerator pedal.
WARNING: Never depend on Autopilot to
Limitations
determine a safe driving speed; you are
responsible for driving safely and according to
Autosteer and its associated functions are particularly
tra c laws in your market region.
unlikely to operate as intended when:
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning
• Autosteer is unable to accurately determine lane
markings. For example, lane markings are excessively
worn, have visible previous markings, have been
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
adjusted due to road construction, are changing
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
quickly (lanes branching off, crossing over, or
your vehicle may not be equipped with Stop Light and
merging), objects or landscape features are casting
Stop Sign Warning, or the feature may not operate
strong shadows on the lane markings, or the road
exactly as described.
surface contains pavement seams or other high-
contrast lines.
While Autosteer is in use, Model Y displays a warning on
the touchscreen and sounds a chime if it detects that
• Visibility is poor (heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) or
you are likely to run through a red stop light or stop
weather conditions are interfering with sensor
sign. If this happens, TAKE IMMEDIATE CORRECTIVE
operation.
ACTION!
• A camera(s) or sensor(s) is obstructed, covered, or
damaged.
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• Driving on hills.
• Approaching a toll booth.
• Driving on a road that has sharp curves or is
excessively rough.
• Bright light (such as direct sunlight) is interfering
with the view of the camera(s).
• The sensors (if equipped) are affected by other
electrical equipment or devices that generate
ultrasonic waves.
• A vehicle 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 circumstances can
impair the operation of Autosteer. Always keep this
in mind and remember that as a result, Autosteer
may not steer Model Y appropriately. Always drive
attentively and be prepared to take immediate
action.
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Navigate on Autopilot
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
change lanes to achieve the set cruising speed. The
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
Mild setting is more conservative about lane changes
your vehicle may not be equipped with Navigate on
and may result in a slightly longer driving time
Autopilot, or the feature may not operate exactly as
whereas Mad Max is designed to allow you to reach
described.
your destination in the shortest driving time possible,
but changes lanes only when safe to do so.
NOTE: Navigate on Autopilot is a BETA feature.
• Exit Passing Lane: Choose whether you want
When using Autosteer on a controlled-access highway
Navigate on Autopilot to maneuver out of a passing
(a main highway on which road users enter and exit
lane when navigating to a destination.
using on-ramps and off-ramps). Navigate on Autopilot
NOTE: In addition to route-based and speed-based
guides Model Y to off-ramps and interchanges based on
lane changes, Navigate on Autopilot requests a lane
your navigation route. Along the highway portion of a
change out of a passing lane as a reminder to stay in
navigation route, Navigate on Autopilot also changes
a slower lane when you are not passing other
lanes to prepare for exits (route-based lane changes)
vehicles. Choose NO to disable this and keep Model Y
and to minimize the driving time to your destination
in a passing lane except when needed to stay on the
(speed-based lane changes).
navigation route.
WARNING: Navigate on Autopilot does not make
• Require Lane Change Confirmation (if equipped): By
driving autonomous. You must pay attention to the
default, Navigate on Autopilot requires your
road, keep your hands on the steering wheel at all
confirmation before proceeding with a lane change
times, and remain aware of your navigation route.
by engaging the appropriate turn signal. However, if
WARNING: As is the case with normal driving, be
you want Navigate on Autopilot to change lanes
extra careful around blind corners, interchanges,
without requiring this confirmation, turn this setting
and on-ramps and off-ramps - obstacles can
off. When you turn the setting off, you can specify if
appear quickly and at any time.
or how you want to be notified of lane changes (Off,
Chime, Vibrate, or Both).
WARNING: Navigate on Autopilot may not
recognize or detect oncoming vehicles, stationary
WARNING: If you turn off Require Lane Change
objects, and special-use lanes such as those used
Confirmation, Navigate on Autopilot notifies
exclusively for bikes, carpools, emergency vehicles,
you of upcoming lane changes and off-ramps,
etc. Remain alert at all times and be prepared to
but it remains your responsibility to monitor the
take immediate action. Failure to do so can cause
environment and maintain control of Model Y at
damage, injury or death.
all times. Lane changes can occur quickly and
suddenly. Always keep your hands on the wheel
and your eyes on the driving path in front of
Enabling and Customizing Navigate
you.
on Autopilot
NOTE: The touchscreen displays route-based lane
To enable Navigate on Autopilot, touch Controls >
changes at the top of the map's turn-by-turn direction
Autopilot > Navigate on Autopilot (Beta). Then, to
list to notify you that an upcoming lane change is
customize how you want Navigate on Autopilot to
needed to stay on the navigation route.
operate, touch Customize Navigate on Autopilot:
• Enable At Start Of Every Trip: Choose whether or not
Operating Navigate on Autopilot
you want to automatically enable Navigate on
Autopilot for every navigation route. When enabled,
Once enabled, the Navigate on Autopilot button appears
the Navigate on Autopilot button on the turn-by-turn
on the map’s turn-by-turn direction list whenever a
direction list is already enabled at the start of every
navigation route is active and the route includes at least
trip.
one controlled-access highway. When enabled, the
Navigate on Autopilot button is blue and the turn-by-
• Speed Based Lane Changes: Navigate on Autopilot is
turn direction displays the Autosteer icon next to the
designed to perform both route-based and speed-
maneuvers (such as off-ramps) that Navigate on
based lane changes. Route-based lane changes are
Autopilot will handle.
designed to keep you on your navigation route (for
example, moving you into an adjacent lane to prepare
NOTE: If Enable At Start Of Every Trip is turned off, you
for an upcoming off-ramp) whereas speed-based
must touch the Navigate on Autopilot button to enable
lane changes are designed to maintain a driving
it for each navigation route.
speed (not to exceed your cruising speed) that allows
you to minimize the time it takes to reach your
destination (for example, moving 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 Navigate on Autopilot to
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Navigate on Autopilot activates and deactivates as
WARNING: Navigate on Autopilot may not always
appropriate, based on the type of road you are driving
attempt to exit at an off-ramp or change lanes,
on. For example, if Autosteer is active and Navigate on
even when an exit or lane change is determined by
Autopilot is enabled, Navigate on Autopilot
the navigation route. Always remain alert and be
automatically becomes active when you reach a
prepared to manually steer onto an off-ramp, or
controlled-access highway on your navigation route.
make a lane change to prepare for, or to exit at, an
off-ramp or interchange.
Whenever Navigate on Autopilot is active, the
touchscreen displays the driving lane as a single blue
You can cancel Navigate on Autopilot at any time by
line in front of Model Y:
touching Navigate on Autopilot on the map’s turn-by-
turn direction list (Model Y reverts back to Autosteer), or
by canceling Autosteer entirely (see Canceling
Autosteer on page 94).
Lane Changes
Navigate on Autopilot changes lanes to either prepare
Model Y for an upcoming off-ramp, to increase your
driving speed (not to exceed your set cruising speed), or
to move Model Y out of a passing lane when you are not
actively passing other road users. A message displays at
the top of 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:
When Navigate on Autopilot is active and you approach
an off-ramp or interchange along your navigation route,
the appropriate turn signal engages and Autosteer
maneuvers Model Y onto the off-ramp or interchange.
WARNING: Never depend on Navigate on
Autopilot to determine an appropriate lane at an
off-ramp. Stay alert and perform visual checks to
ensure that the driving lane is safe and
appropriate.
When you leave a controlled-access highway (for
example, you take an exit or you enter a section of the
navigation route that is no longer supported), Navigate
If Require Lane Change Confirmation is turned off,
on Autopilot reverts back to Autosteer— a chime sounds
Navigate on Autopilot engages the appropriate turn
and the touchscreen displays the driving lane lines in
signal, checks for vehicles and objects, and when
blue (instead of the single blue in front of Model Y).
appropriate, maneuvers Model Y into the adjacent lane.
NOTE: When determining navigation routes, and
If Require Lane Change Confirmation is turned on, you
maneuvers at interchanges, Navigate on Autopilot
must engage the appropriate turn signal to confirm that
considers whether or not you want to use High
you want Navigate on Autopilot to proceed with the
Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes. Therefore, ensure the
lane change. If you do not confirm the lane change
Use HOV Lanes setting is appropriate for your
within three seconds, a chime sounds to remind you that
circumstances (see Maps and Navigation on page 135).
Navigate on Autopilot requires your confirmation to
If the setting is off, Navigate on Autopilot never uses a
change lanes.
HOV lane, regardless of time of day. If the setting is on,
Navigate on Autopilot uses HOV lanes, whenever
NOTE: If you ignore a route-based lane change
applicable.
suggestion (for example, you are driving in the left lane
WARNING: When Navigate on Autopilot
while approaching an off-ramp on the right side of the
deactivates, Autosteer remains active. Always be
highway), Navigate on Autopilot is unable to maneuver
prepared to take appropriate action.
onto the off-ramp and as a result, you are re-routed to
your destination.
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Navigate on Autopilot
WARNING: Navigate on Autopilot may not always
attempt to exit at an off-ramp or change lanes,
even when an exit or lane change is determined by
the navigation route. Always remain alert and be
prepared to manually steer onto an off-ramp, or
make a lane change to prepare for, or to exit at, an
off-ramp or interchange.
Be Ready to Assist
When attempting to change lanes or maneuver Model Y,
or when approaching construction zones, Navigate on
Autopilot may be unable to determine the appropriate
driving lane (for example, complex clover leafs and
multi-lane off-ramps) and the touchscreen displays an
alert indicating that Navigate on Autopilot is trying to
maneuver and may require assistance. When you see the
message, be prepared to take immediate action to
ensure that it is safe and appropriate to complete the
lane change or maneuver.
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Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
• Enable the feature. With the vehicle in Park, touch
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
Controls > Autopilot > Trac Light and Stop Sign
your vehicle may not be equipped with Trac Light and
Control. Once enabled, Tra c Light and Stop Sign
Stop Sign Control, or the feature may not operate
Control operates whenever Tra c-Aware Cruise
exactly as described.
Control or Autosteer is active.
NOTE: Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is a BETA
feature and works best on roads that are frequently
How it Works
driven by Tesla vehicles. Traffic Light and Stop Sign
Control attempts to stop at all traffic lights and may
When Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control is enabled and
also stop at green lights.
you are using Autosteer or Tra c-Aware Cruise Control,
the touchscreen displays a popup message to inform
Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control is designed to
recognize and respond to tra c lights and stop signs,
you that an upcoming tra c light, stop sign, or road
slowing Model Y to a stop when using Tra c-Aware
marking has been detected. As it approaches the stop
cruise control or Autosteer. This feature uses the
location, even at an intersection where the trac light
is green, Model Y slows down and displays a red line to
vehicle's forward-facing cameras, in addition to GPS
indicate where Model Y will stop. To continue through
data, and slows the car for all detected tra c lights,
including green, blinking yellow, and off lights in addition
the intersection—even if the tra c light is green —you
to stop signs and some road markings. As Model Y
must press down on the drive stalk or briefly press the
approaches an intersection, the touchscreen displays a
accelerator pedal to give the vehicle permission to
proceed. When you've confirmed that you want to
notification indicating the intention to slow down. You
proceed, the red stop line turns gray and Model Y
must confirm that you want to continue or Model Y
stops at the red line displayed on the touchscreen's
continues through the intersection and resumes your set
driving visualization.
cruising speed.
WARNING: NEVER make assumptions and predict
NOTE: If Model Y is approaching a green light and
when and where Tra c Light and Stop Sign
detects that a vehicle in front of you is continuing
through the intersection, Model Y continues through the
Control will stop or continue through an
intersection without requiring your confirmation,
intersection or road marking. From a driver's
perspective, the behavior of Tra c Light and Stop
provided you are not in a turning lane and your hands
Sign Control may appear inconsistent. Always pay
are detected on the steering wheel.
attention to the roadway and be prepared to take
NOTE: If, after you press down on the drive stalk or
immediate action. It is the driver's responsibility to
briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm that you
determine whether to stop or continue through an
want to continue through the intersection, the tra c
intersection. Never depend on Tra c Light and
signal changes before you enter the intersection (for
Stop Sign Control to determine when it is safe
example, the light changes from green to yellow or from
and/or appropriate to stop or continue through an
yellow to red), Model Y may determine that it is not
intersection.
appropriate to proceed. Therefore, Model Y stops and
you must press the accelerator to proceed. At all times,
it is your responsibility to ensure the vehicle stops or
Before Using
accelerates appropriately and safely.
Before using Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control, you
WARNING: Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control
must:
DOES NOT turn Model Y through an intersection.
When in a turning lane, Model Y stops at the red
• Ensure that forward-facing cameras are unobstructed
stop line. To proceed, press down on the drive
(see Cleaning Cameras and Sensors on page 87) and
stalk or briefly press the accelerator pedal—Model
calibrated (see Drive to Calibrate Cameras on page
Y continues straight through the intersection (even
86). Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control depends on
when in a turning lane), so you MUST manually
the ability of the cameras to detect tra c lights, stop
steer Model Y through the intersection (which
signs, and road markings.
cancels Autosteer).
• Ensure that the latest version of maps has been
Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control is designed to
downloaded to Model Y. Although Tra c Light and
operate as described only when the following conditions
Stop Sign Control primarily uses visual data received
are met:
from the vehicle's cameras, greater accuracy is
achieved when using the most recent map data. To
• Autosteer or Tra c-Aware Cruise Control is engaged.
check which version of maps is currently
downloaded, touch Controls > Software > Additional
• The cameras can detect an upcoming tra c light,
vehicle information. You must connect to a Wi-Fi
stop sign or road marking (for example, cameras are
network to receive updated maps (see Map Updates
unobstructed and have a clear line-of-sight to the
on page 140).
tra c light, stop sign, or road marking).
Autopilot
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Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control
• The touchscreen on Model Y is displaying an
upcoming tra c light in "bold" format. Model Y does
not acknowledge tra c lights that the touchscreen
shows as faded. If a tra c light is not directly ahead
of the camera (for example, it is located at an angle
of the camera's view, or located in an adjacent lane)
the touchscreen displays it as faded and Model Y
does not slow down and stop for it.
WARNING: If the touchscreen is not displaying a
red stop line at an upcoming intersection, Model Y
does not slow down or stop. It is the driver's
responsibility to pay attention to upcoming
intersections and monitor tra c conditions to
determine when and if the vehicle should stop and
then to take appropriate action as needed.
WARNING: Never depend on Tra c Light and
Stop Sign Control to determine whether to stop at,
or proceed through, an intersection. Drive
attentively by watching the road and paying
attention to the roadway, upcoming intersections,
tra c conditions, crosswalks, and other road users.
It is always the driver's responsibility to determine
whether to stop or proceed. Be prepared to take
immediate action. Failure to do so can result in
injury or death.
WARNING: In some situations, Tra c Light and
Stop Sign Control may inaccurately detect a tra c
light or stop sign, causing Model Y to slow down
unexpectedly. Be prepared to take immediate
action at all times.
WARNING: You must press down on the drive stalk
or briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm
that you want to proceed through an intersection,
regardless of the status of the tra c light. If you
do not confirm, Model Y stops at the red stop line
displayed on the touchscreen, even if stopping
may be inappropriate. Stopping at a green light
may confuse other drivers and may result in a
collision, injury or death. Therefore, always pay
attention to upcoming intersections and be
prepared to manually brake or accelerate in
response to surroundings.
WARNING: Never assume that your ability to see a
tra c light, stop sign, or road marking (especially
at a complex intersection, or an intersection in
which a tra c light or sign is partially obstructed,
etc.) means that Model Y can also see it and
respond appropriately.
WARNING: Even the most recent map data does
not include all tra c lights and stop signs.
Therefore, Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control
relies heavily on the ability of the cameras to
detect tra c lights, stop signs, road markings, etc.
As a result, Model Y may ignore an intersection
that is blocked from the camera's view (for
example, obstructed by a tree or a large vehicle or
object, or located near a steep hill or sharp curve).
WARNING: Tra c Light and Stop Sign Control is
not a substitute for attentive driving and sound
judgment.
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