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Tesla Model Y (2022 year). Manual in english - page 1

Exterior Overview

1. Exterior lights (Lights on page 55)

2. Autopilot camera (About Autopilot on page 85)

3. Front door handle (Using Exterior Door Handles on page 11)

4. Key card sensor (Keys on page 7), Autopilot camera (About Autopilot on page 85)

5. Rear door handle (Using Exterior Door Handles on page 11)

6. Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 169)

7. Autopilot cameras (About Autopilot on page 85)

8. Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 50)

9. Radar sensor, if equipped (hidden from view) (About Autopilot on page 85)

10. Hood/front trunk (Front Trunk on page 16)

11. Front tow eye cover (Instructions for Transporters on page 209)

12. Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires on page 201)

13. Rear trunk (Rear Trunk on page 14)

14. Rear view camera (Rear Facing Camera(s) on page 73)

15. Rear tow eye cover (Instructions for Transporters on page 209)

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Interior Overview

1. Door open button (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 11)

2. Turn signal stalk (High Beam Headlights on page 56), Turn Signals on page 57, and Windshield Washers on

page 61)

3. Horn (Horn on page 48)

4. Drive stalk (How to Shift on page 53, Tra…c-Aware Cruise Control on page 88, Autosteer on page 93)

5. Touchscreen (Touchscreen Overview on page 4)

6. Driver dome light (Lights on page 55)

7. Cabin camera (Cabin Camera on page 123)

8. Hazard warning flashers (Hazard Warning Flashers on page 57)

9. Passenger dome light (Lights on page 55)

10. Climate control vent (see Climate Controls on page 130)

11. Power window switches (Windows on page 13)

12. Manual door release (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 11)

13. Left scroll button (Scroll Buttons on page 48)

14. Brake pedal (Braking and Stopping on page 62)

15. Accelerator pedal (Regenerative Braking on page 63)

16. Right scroll button (Scroll Buttons on page 48)

17. Center console (Interior Storage and Electronics on page 19)

18. Glovebox (Glovebox on page 19)

Overview

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Touchscreen Overview

WARNING: Always pay attention to road and tra…c conditions when driving. To minimize driver distraction and

ensure the safety of vehicle occupants as well as other road users, avoid using the touchscreen to adjust

settings while the vehicle is in motion.

Use the touchscreen to control many features that, in traditional cars, are controlled using physical buttons (for

example, adjusting the cabin heating and air conditioning, headlights, etc.). You also use the touchscreen to control

media, navigate, use entertainment features, and customize Model Y to suit your preferences. For hands-free access

to common touchscreen controls, use voice commands (see Voice Commands on page 150).

If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, you can restart it (see Restarting the

Touchscreen on page 6).

NOTE: Illustrations are provided to improve conceptual understanding only. Depending on vehicle options, software

version, market region and regional and language settings, the details displayed on the screen will differ.

1. Status bar: This area on the top of the touchscreen displays the time of day, the outside temperature, and the

following icons:

Touch to lock/unlock all doors and trunks.

4:20 pm

Your vehicle automatically updates the time.

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Touchscreen Overview

Displays on the touchscreen status bar only when Model Y detects a programmed HomeLink

within range, and the touchscreen is not already displaying the HomeLink screen or popup. See

HomeLink Universal Transceiver on page 157.

Displays on the touchscreen status bar only when Model Y is parked. Add, configure (including

Valet Mode and Use Easy Entry), or quickly switch driver profiles. Driver profiles can also be

accessed from the top of any Controls screen. See Driver Profiles on page 46.

Available when Model Y is parked, touch to manually enable or disable Sentry Mode for the

current drive cycle. To automatically turn Sentry Mode on (or off) every time you leave your

vehicle, enable the setting from Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode.

NOTE: If you turn Sentry Mode on or off from Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode, the shortcuts on

the vehicle's touchscreen and mobile app will only work for the current drive cycle.

NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after approximately November 1, 2021, the center console

USB ports may only support charging devices. Use the USB port inside the glove box for all other

functions.

Displays when Model Y is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

Displays when Model Y cellular connectivity is very low or unavailable. Touch this icon for quick

access to Wi-Fi settings.

Status of the front passenger airbag (see Airbags on page 39).

2. Navigation: Change the orientation of the map, find or navigate to a destination, and change navigation settings

(see Maps and Navigation on page 135).

3. Car status: This area dynamically displays the current status of Model Y as you drive, park, open doors, turn lights

on, etc. Monitor this area when driving as it displays important information such as driving speed and warning

messages (see Car Status on page 58). When the car is in Park, you can open the trunks or charge port door.

When full self-driving is enabled (if equipped), the car status area displays visualizations of the road and your

vehicle's surroundings. You can expand/condense the visualization by dragging the car status area from side to

side. Expanding the visualization displays more details about the roadway and its surroundings, including road

markings, stop lights, and objects (such as trash cans and poles).

4. Controls: Control various features and adjust settings to customize your Model Y (see Controls on page 124).

5. Climate controls (driver): Use the left and right arrows to decrease/increase cabin temperature. Touch Split on

the popup to display separate controls for the driver and passenger. Touch the temperature icon to customize

climate control settings (see Climate Controls on page 130). The passenger climate controls display when

temperature controls have been Split to provide separate controls for the driver and passenger.

6. My Apps: For one-touch access to frequently used apps and controls, you can choose what displays here. See

Customizing My Apps on page 6.

7. App Launcher: Touch the app launcher to open the app tray. Then touch any app to open it. The app you choose

displays on top of the map. To close an app, drag it downward.

8. Recent App(s): Displays the most recently used app(s). The number of recent apps displayed here depends on

how many apps have been added to My Apps. If you add the maximum number of apps to My Apps, only the

most recent app displays.

Overview

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Touchscreen Overview

9. Volume Control: Controls the volume of media player and phone calls (see Volume Controls on page 141). The

volume of navigation instructions is controlled separately (see Maps and Navigation on page 135).

Popup messages appear at the bottom of the touchscreen. For example, a seat belt reminder appears if a seat belt is

unfastened in an occupied seat, an alert appears to notify you of an incoming phone call, a text message appears

(when applicable), and voice commands appear when in use. If applicable, touch options from these popup

messages (for example, accept/decline a phone call, choose an option from the headlight menu, etc.). To dismiss a

popup message, swipe it downward.

Customizing My Apps

For one-touch access to commonly used apps and

controls, you can customize what displays in the My

Apps area on the touchscreen's bottom bar:

1. Enter customization mode by touching and holding

any app or control in the My Apps area. If this area is

empty, touch the App Launcher.

2. Simply drag any app or control from the app tray

onto the My Apps area in the bottom bar.

NOTE: Seat heaters selected from the app tray

appear next to the temperature, instead of in the My

Apps area.

3. After a few seconds, the Tesla logo appears. Wait

approximately 30 seconds for the touchscreen to

restart. If the touchscreen is still unresponsive or

NOTE: Controls (for example, wipers, defrosters and seat

demonstrating unusual behavior after a few minutes,

heaters) appear in the app tray only when you enter

try power cycling the vehicle (if possible). See Power

customization mode by touching and holding an app.

Cycling the Vehicle on page 52.

NOTE: When you've added the maximum number of

apps or controls to My Apps, adding an additional app

NOTE: Restarting the touchscreen using the scroll

removes the rightmost app.

buttons does not power Model Y off and on.

NOTE: Remove an app or control from the My Apps area

by touching and holding, then touching its associated

"X".

Restarting the Touchscreen

You can restart your touchscreen if it is unresponsive or

demonstrates unusual behavior.

WARNING: Only restart the touchscreen while the

vehicle is stopped and in Park. The car status

display, safety warnings, backup camera, etc. will

not be visible during the restart.

1. Shift into Park.

2. Hold down both scroll buttons on the steering wheel

until the touchscreen turns black.

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Keys

Key Fob

If you have purchased the key fob accessory, you can

quickly familiarize yourself with this key by thinking of it

as a miniature version of Model Y, with the Tesla badge

representing the front. The key has three buttons that

feel like softer areas on the surface.

Once inside, power up Model Y by pressing the brake

pedal within two minutes of scanning the key card (see

Starting and Powering Off on page 52). If you wait

longer than two minutes, you must re-authenticate by

placing the key card near the card reader located behind

the cup holders on the center console. When your key

card is detected, your two minute authentication period

restarts.

1. Front trunk - Double-click to unlatch the front trunk.

2. Lock/Unlock All - Single-click to lock doors and

trunks (all doors and trunks must be closed). Double-

click to unlock doors and trunks.

3. Rear trunk - Double-click to unlatch the rear trunk.

Hold down for one to two seconds to open the

charge port door.

Once inside, power up Model Y by pressing the brake

pedal within two minutes of pressing the unlock button

on the key fob (see Starting and Powering Off on page

52). If you wait longer than two minutes, you must

press the unlock button again, or place the key fob near

the card reader located behind the cup holders on the

center console. When your key fob is detected, the two

minute authentication period restarts.

NOTE: If enabled, Walk-Away Door Lock (see Walk-

Away Door Lock on page 12) operates only when you

When approaching or leaving Model Y carrying the key

walk away using a phone key or passive key fob. When

fob, you do not need to point the key fob at Model Y as

you walk away carrying your key card, Model Y does not

you press a button, but you must be within operating

automatically unlock/lock.

range.

CAUTION: Always carry your key card with you in

Radio equipment on a similar frequency can affect the

your purse or wallet to use as a backup in case

key. If this happens, move the key at least one foot

your authenticated phone has a dead battery, or is

lost or stolen.

(30 cm) away from other electronic devices (phones,

laptops, etc.).

In the event that the key fob's battery is dead, you can

still use it to drive the vehicle by scanning the key fob on

the card reader located on the driver's side door pillar

(like the key card).

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Keys

Instructions for changing the battery are provided in

Replacing the Key Fob Battery on page 9.

NOTE: You can use the same key fob with multiple

Model Y vehicles provided you authenticate it (see

Managing Keys on page 10). However, key fob works

with only one Model Y at a time. Therefore, to use a key

fob for a different Model Y, touch its flat side against the

card reader on the driver's side door pillar.

NOTE: Model Y supports up to four different key fobs.

CAUTION: Protect the key from impact, high

temperatures, and damage from liquids. Avoid

contact with solvents, waxes, and abrasive

cleaners.

Passive Locking and Unlocking

Locking and unlocking Model Y with your key fob is

conveniently hands-free. Although you must be carrying

2. Remove the battery by lifting it away from the

a paired key fob, there is no need to use it. Model Y has

retaining clips.

sensors around the vehicle that can recognize the

presence of a key fob within a range of approximately

six feet (two meters). Therefore, you can keep your key

fob in your pocket or purse and simply pull on the door

handle to unlock. When carrying your key fob with you,

you can also open the trunk without having to use the

key by pressing the liftgate's exterior door handle. If

Walk-Away Door Lock is enabled, Model Y automatically

locks when you exit and the key fob is no longer in range

(see Walk-Away Door Lock on page 12). Passive

locking and unlocking is automatically enabled when

you pair your key fob to Model Y.

Although you can use the same key fob with multiple

vehicles, it can only be paired to one vehicle at a time.

To activate a paired key fob to a different vehicle, touch

the flat side onto the driver's side door pillar and click

any button on the key fob to confirm.

NOTE: For increased security, passive locking and

unlocking disables after being stationary for five minutes

3. While avoiding touching the battery's flat surfaces,

while within vehicle range when the vehicle is not in use

insert the new battery (type CR2032 ) with the ‘+’

(for example, you are standing outside your vehicle). In

side facing up.

this situation, you must shake or press a button on the

NOTE: Wipe the battery clean before fitting and

key fob to re-enable passive locking and unlocking.

avoid touching the battery's flat surfaces. Finger

marks on the flat surfaces of the battery can reduce

Replacing the Key Fob Battery

battery life.

NOTE: CR2032 batteries can be purchased from any

Under normal use, the accessory key fob has a battery

retailer that sells batteries.

that lasts for up to one year, depending on key fob

version and selected vehicle settings. When the battery

4. Holding the bottom cover at an angle, align the tabs

is low, a message displays on the touchscreen.

on the cover with the corresponding slots on the key

fob, then press the cover firmly onto the key fob until

To replace the key fob battery:

it snaps into place.

5. Test that the key fob works by unlocking and locking

1. With the key fob placed button side down on a soft

Model Y.

surface, release the bottom cover, using a small flat-

bladed tool.

Opening and Closing

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Doors

Using Exterior Door Handles

Use your thumb to push the wide part of the door

handle. The handle pivots toward you, and you can open

the door by pulling the handle or pulling the edge of the

door.

NOTE: To prevent children from opening the rear doors,

turn on child locks (see Child Locks on page 12).

To open a front door in the unlikely situation when

Model Y has no power, pull up the manual door release

located in front of the window switches.

The handle retracts automatically.

When a door or trunk is open, the

touchscreen displays the Door Open

indicator light.

You can specify that you want to unlock only the driver's

door when you shift into Park by turning on Controls >

Locks > Driver Door Unlock Mode. If off, all doors unlock

when you shift into Park.

NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 81 to

ensure door handles function properly in cold weather.

WARNING: While using the door handle, take care

to avoid allowing fingers, jewelry, acrylic nails, etc.

from being pinched by the door or door handle

mechanism. Failure to do so may result in damage

or injury.

Opening Doors from the Interior

Model Y doors are electrically powered. To open a door

while sitting inside, press the button located at the top

NOTE: Only the front doors are equipped with a manual

of the interior door handle and push the door open.

door release.

CAUTION: Manual door releases are designed to

be used only in situations when Model Y has no

power. When Model Y has power, use the button

located at the top of the interior door handle.

Opening and Closing

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Windows

WARNING: Before closing a window, it is the

Opening and Closing

driver’s responsibility to ensure that all occupants,

especially children, do not have any body parts

Press down on a switch to lower the associated window.

extended through the window’s opening. Failure to

Window switches operate at two levels:

do so can cause serious injury.

• To lower a window fully, press the switch all the way

Locking Rear Windows

down and immediately release.

• To lower a window partially, press the switch gently

To prevent passengers from using the rear window

and release when the window is where you want it.

switches, touch Controls > Locks > Window Lock. To

unlock the rear windows, touch Window Lock again.

WARNING: To ensure safety, it is recommended

that you lock the rear window switches whenever

children are seated in the rear seats.

WARNING: Never leave children unattended in

Model Y.

Calibrating Windows

In the unlikely event that a window behaves

unexpectedly (touches the bright molding, fails to open

or close properly, goes down more than normal when

the door opens, etc.), you can calibrate it to potentially

fix the issue.

To calibrate a window:

1. Close the door with the affected window.

2. Sit in the driver's seat and close the driver door.

3. Using the window's switch on the driver's door, raise

the affected window until it stalls.

4. Using the window's switch on the driver's door, lower

Similarly, pull a switch to raise the associated window:

the affected window until it stalls.

5. Repeat step 3 and raise the affected window until it

• To raise a window fully, pull the switch all the way up

stalls.

and immediately release.

• To raise a window partially, pull the switch gently and

The window should now be calibrated. If the issue

release when the window is where you want it.

continues after attempting the calibration procedure a

couple times, contact Tesla.

If a window is left open unintentionally, Model Y can

send a notification to the mobile app (touch Controls >

Locks > Car Left Open Notification, then choose Doors

& Windows).

You can also enable Close Windows on Lock by

touching Controls > Locks > Close Windows on Lock.

When enabled, your vehicle automatically closes the

windows when Model Y locks.

NOTE: See Cold Weather Best Practices on page 81

for information on preparing windows for cold weather.

CAUTION: To avoid damage, windows

automatically lower slightly when you open or

close a door. If you manually raise a window when

the door is open, ensure it is slightly lowered

before closing the door.

Opening and Closing

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Rear Trunk

NOTE: In emergency situations, you can override an

Opening

open or close command by grasping the liftgate to stop

it in place.

To open the rear trunk, ensure Model Y is in Park, then

do one of the following:

WARNING: Before opening or closing the liftgate,

check the surrounding area (for people and

objects). You must proactively monitor the liftgate

• Touch the associated Open button on the

to ensure that it does not come into contact with a

touchscreen.

person or object. Failure to do so may result in

• Double-click the rear trunk button on the key fob.

damage or injury.

• Touch the rear trunk button on the mobile app.

A low voltage power socket is located on the left side of

• Press the switch located under the liftgate's exterior

the rear trunk.

handle (a valid key must be detected).

CAUTION: Before opening the liftgate in an

enclosed area (such as a garage), ensure the

opening height of the liftgate is properly adjusted

to avoid low-hanging ceilings or objects (see

Adjusting Liftgate Opening Height on page 14).

Model Y must be unlocked or detect a key before you

can use the switch to open the liftgate.

Adjusting Liftgate Opening Height

You can adjust the opening height of the liftgate to

make it easier to reach or to avoid low-hanging ceilings

or objects (for example, a garage door or light):

1. Open the trunk, then manually lower or raise the

liftgate to the desired opening height.

2. Press and hold the button on the underside of the

liftgate for three seconds until you hear a

confirmation chime.

When a door or trunk is open, the

touchscreen displays the Door Open

indicator light. The image of your Model Y

on the touchscreen also displays the open

trunk.

To stop a liftgate while it is moving, single-click the rear

trunk button on the key fob. Then, when you double-

click the rear trunk button, it moves again, but in the

3. Confirm that you have set it to the desired height by

opposite direction (provided it was not almost entirely

closing the liftgate, then reopening it.

open or closed when you stopped it). For example, if

you single-click to stop the liftgate while opening, when

you double-click, it closes.

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Rear Trunk

CAUTION: Depending on configuration (such as

suspension height or wheel selection), your

vehicle's liftgate can open up to approximately 7.5

feet (2.3 meters) high. Adjust the liftgate height to

prevent it from coming into contact with low

ceilings or other objects.

Closing

To close the liftgate, do one of the following:

• Touch the associated Close button on the

touchscreen.

• Double-click the rear trunk button on the key fob.

• Press the switch located on the underside of the

liftgate

If the liftgate senses an obstruction when closing, it

stops moving and chimes two times. Remove the

obstruction and try closing it again.

Accessing the Cargo Area

To access the cargo area inside the rear trunk, pull up

the strap at the rear of the cargo cover. You can then

fold the cargo cover forward or remove it from Model Y.

Secure all cargo before moving Model Y, and place

heavy cargo in the lower trunk compartment.

The cargo weight should be distributed as evenly as

possible between the front and rear trunks.

CAUTION: Never load more than 176 lbs (80 kg) in

the lower tub compartment of the rear trunk or

more than 397 lbs (180 kg) on the upper floor.

Doing so can cause damage.

WARNING: When loading cargo, always consider

the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

(see Vehicle Loading on page 194). The GVWR is

the maximum allowable total mass of the vehicle

including all passengers, fluids, and cargo.

Opening and Closing

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Front Trunk

Opening

2. Place both hands on the front of the hood in the

areas shown (in green), then press down firmly to

engage the latches.

To open the front trunk, ensure Model Y is in Park, and

then do one of the following before pulling the hood

3. Carefully try to lift the front edge of the hood to

open:

ensure that it is fully closed.

• Touch the associated Open icon on the touchscreen.

• Double-click the front trunk button on the key fob.

• Touch the front trunk button in the mobile app.

When a door or trunk/liftgate is open, the

touchscreen displays the Door Open

indicator light. The image of your Model Y

CAUTION: To prevent damage:

on the touchscreen also displays the open

front trunk.

• Apply pressure only to the green areas shown.

Applying pressure to the red areas can cause

WARNING: Before opening or closing the hood, it

damage.

is important to check that the area around the

• Do not close the hood with one hand. Doing so

hood is free of obstacles (people and objects).

applies concentrated force in one area and can

Failure to do so may result in damage or serious

result in a dent or crease.

injury.

• Do not apply pressure to the front edge of the

The cargo weight should be distributed as evenly as

hood. Doing so can crease the edge.

possible between the front and rear trunks.

• Do not slam or drop the hood.

CAUTION: Never load more than 110 lbs (50 kg) in

• To avoid scratches, don't have anything in your

the front trunk. Doing so can cause damage.

hands (keys). Jewelry can also cause scratches.

WARNING: When loading cargo, always consider

the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

WARNING: Before driving, you must ensure that

(see Vehicle Loading on page 194). The GVWR is

the hood is securely latched in the fully closed

the maximum allowable total mass of the vehicle

position by carefully trying to lift the front edge of

including all passengers, fluids, and cargo.

the hood upward and confirming there is no

movement. If the front trunk is not closed, a

Closing

message displays on the touchscreen that you

cannot shift the vehicle out of Park until the front

trunk is securely closed (see Park on page 53).

The Model Y hood is not heavy enough to latch under its

own weight and applying pressure on the front edge or

The front trunk locks when:

center of the hood can cause damage.

• You lock Model Y using the touchscreen, key or

To properly close the hood:

mobile app.

1. Lower the hood until the striker touches the latches.

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Front Trunk

• You leave Model Y carrying your key (if Walk-Away

Door Lock on page 12 is turned on).

• Valet mode is active (see Valet Mode on page 47).

Interior Emergency Release

An illuminated interior release button inside the front

trunk allows a person locked inside to get out.

3. Pull the two wires out of the tow eye opening to

expose both terminals.

Press the interior release button to open the front trunk,

then push up on the hood.

NOTE: The interior release button glows following a brief

exposure to ambient light.

WARNING: People should never climb inside the

front trunk. Never shut the front trunk when a

person is inside.

WARNING: Care should be taken to ensure that

objects inside the front trunk do not bump against

4. Connect the low voltage power supply's red positive

(+) cable to the red positive (+) terminal.

the release button, causing the hood to

accidentally open.

5. Connect the low voltage power supply's black

negative (-) cable to the black negative (-) terminal.

Opening Hood with No Power

In the unlikely event that Model Y has no low voltage

power, you will be unable to open the front trunk using

the touchscreen, key fob, or mobile app. To open the

front trunk in this situation:

NOTE: The following steps do not open the front trunk if

Model Y is locked and has low voltage power.

1. Locate an external low voltage power supply (such as

a portable jump starter).

2. Release the tow eye cover by pressing firmly on the

top right perimeter of the cover until it pivots inward,

then gently pulling the raised section toward you.

NOTE: Depending on production date, either the

positive or negative terminal may be attached to the

tow eye cover.

Opening and Closing

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Front Trunk

NOTE: Applying external low voltage power to these

terminals only releases the hood latches. You cannot

charge the low voltage battery using these terminals.

6. Turn on the external power supply (refer to the

manufacturer’s instructions). The hood latches are

immediately released and you can now open the

hood to access the front trunk area.

7. Disconnect both cables, beginning with the black

negative (-) cable.

8. If pulling the vehicle onto a flatbed truck, do not

replace the tow eye cover yet. If necessary, install the

tow eye cover by inserting the wires into the tow eye

opening and aligning the tow eye cover into position

and snapping it into place.

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Interior Storage and Electronics

Center Console

In addition to housing an RFID transmitter that reads key

fobs and key cards (see Key Card on page 7), the center

console includes cup holders, two storage

compartments, and a wireless phone charger.

To open the main storage compartment, pull its cover

upward. Open the front storage compartment by sliding

its cover forward.

Glovebox

To open the glovebox, touch Controls > Glovebox. The

glovebox automatically opens and its light turns on.

Second Row Console

Your Model Y has a rear console integrated in the center

of the second row seat back. Pull the console down to

access the rear cup holders, or use it as an armrest.

To close the glovebox, push it upward until it clicks into

its closed position.

For additional glovebox security, touch Controls >

Safety > Glovebox PIN to set a 4-digit PIN (see

Third Row Cup Holders (7-seat

Glovebox PIN on page 152).

models only)

NOTE: If you leave the glovebox open, its light

eventually turns off.

If Model Y is equipped with seven seats, two cup holders

are located between the third row seats.

Opening and Closing

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Interior Storage and Electronics

NOTE: The glovebox locks whenever closed and you

NOTE: For vehicles manufactured after approximately

lock Model Y using the mobile app, key card, you leave

November 2021, power inverters plugged into the low

Model Y carrying your phone key (if Walk-Away Door

voltage power socket must support 16V DC input to

Lock is turned on), or if Valet mode is active (see Valet

function.

Mode on page 47). It does not lock when Model Y is

locked by touching the lock icon on the touchscreen.

An additional low voltage power socket is located on the

left side of the rear trunk.

WARNING: When driving, keep the glovebox

closed to prevent injury to a passenger if a

collision or sudden stop occurs.

Wireless Phone Charger

A wireless phone charger is integrated into the front

console to provide up to 15W of power to charge a Qi-

enabled phone. Simply place your phone on the charger.

Your device may feel warm while charging, but this is a

normal effect of inductive charging.

When placed on the wireless charger, your phone

charges whenever the vehicle is powered on (the

touchscreen is on and you are in the vehicle). Your

phone will not charge after exiting the vehicle unless a

feature (such as Sentry mode) is enabled and therefore

providing power to the USB ports (see Using Sentry

NOTE: Power is available whenever the vehicle is

Mode on page 154). Model Y will also not charge a

considered "awake". The vehicle may be awake for many

phone if the vehicle's Battery is discharged.

reasons. For example, when using features such as

Summon, or when features such as Preconditioning,

NOTE: The wireless phone charger may not work if your

Cabin Overheat Protection, Keep Climate On, Dog Mode,

phone case is too large or is made of metal. Try

Camp Mode, Sentry Mode, etc. are enabled. The vehicle

removing the phone from its case before placing in the

is also awake whenever the low voltage battery is being

charger.

charged or is in use, during HV charging, when the

CAUTION: The phone must be in direct contact

vehicle is communicating with the mobile app, etc.

with the wireless charger. Do not place objects

Leaving an accessory plugged in does not deplete the

between the phone and the charger (for example,

low voltage battery.

credit cards, key cards, coins, keys, metal objects,

WARNING: The power socket and an accessory’s

etc.).

connector can become hot.

WARNING: To prevent excessive interference with

Low Voltage Power Socket

the vehicle’s electronics, Tesla recommends that

you do not plug any non-Tesla accessories,

Your Model Y has a power socket located in the center

including power inverters, into the low voltage

console's rear compartment.

power socket. However, if you do use a non-Tesla

accessory and notice any malfunctions or

unexpected behavior, such as indicator lights, alert

messages, or excessive heat from the accessory,

unplug the accessory from the low voltage power

socket immediately.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to jump start Model Y

using the low voltage power socket. Doing so can

result in damage.

USB Ports

Model Y has two USB ports located in the front

compartment of the center console. These ports can be

used to:

• Connect and charge USB devices.

The power socket is suitable for accessories requiring up

to 12A continuous draw (16A peak).

• Play audio files stored on a phone or USB device (see

Playing Media from Devices on page 142).

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• Save videos when using features such as Sentry

Mode or Dashcam (see Dashcam and Sentry Mode on

page 154).

NOTE: If your Model Y is equipped with a USB port

located in the glove box (described below), it is

recommended that you use the glovebox USB to save

Sentry Mode or Dashcam videos because power

consumption is minimized and the location is more

secure.

NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after

approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB

ports may only support charging devices. Use the USB

port inside the glove box for all other functions.

Both ports are USB-C compatible.

Open the front compartment of the center console. The

front USB ports are located on the rear wall of the

compartment.

Two additional USB ports are located in the rear of the

center console (on vehicles manufactured since

approximately June 2020, these ports are USB-C). These

ports charge USB-connected devices but do not

communicate with the vehicle.

Depending on date of manufacture, some vehicles

include a USB port located at the rear of the glovebox.

This USB-A port is equipped with a pre-formatted flash

drive, ready to save videos when using features such as

Sentry Mode and Dashcam. Although not its primary

purpose, this port can also communicate with the

vehicle and can be used to charge a USB-connected

If Model Y is equipped with seven seats, two USB-C

device.

ports are located at the front of the console located

between the third row seats. These ports charge USB-

connected devices but do not communicate with the

vehicle.

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NOTE: In some market regions you can purchase

recommended USB drives on http://www.tesla.com.

Formatting a USB Flash Drive

To save and retrieve video footage, Model Y requires a

USB flash drive formatted as exFAT, MS-DOS FAT (for

Mac), ext3, or ext4 (NTFS is currently not supported).

For use with Dashcam and Sentry Mode, the flash drive

must contain a base-level folder called TeslaCam.

Model Y can format a USB flash drive for you. Insert the

flash drive into a front USB port, and touch Controls >

Safety > Format USB Drive. Doing so automatically

formats the drive as exFAT and creates a folder for

TeslaCam. The USB flash drive is now ready to record

and save video footage. Format USB Drive is available

only when a USB flash drive (with one or fewer

NOTE: Power is available whenever the vehicle is

partitions) is inserted into a front USB port. Choosing

considered "awake". The vehicle may be awake for many

Format USB Drive erases any existing content on the

reasons. For example, when using features such as

flash drive—before using this feature, you must move

Summon, or when features such as Preconditioning,

any content you want to keep to a different device.

Keep Climate On, Dog Mode, Camp Mode, Sentry Mode,

etc. are enabled. The vehicle is also awake whenever the

NOTE: For some vehicles manufactured after

low voltage battery is being charged or is in use, during

approximately November 1, 2021, the center console USB

HV charging, when the vehicle is communicating with

ports may only support charging devices. Use the USB

the mobile app, etc. Leaving an accessory plugged in

port inside the glove box for all other functions.

does not deplete the low voltage battery.

If Model Y is unable to format the flash drive, you must

NOTE: Use USB 3.0 compliant cables to connect a

format it using a computer. Remember to manually

device to a USB port. Using non-compliant cables can

create the TeslaCam folder (if equipped).

result in slower charging, potential connection problems

or degraded performance.

You can also format the USB flash drive with a computer

NOTE: Do not connect multiple devices using a USB

to use a single flash drive for Dashcam, Sentry Mode,

hub. This can prevent connected devices from charging

Track Mode (if equipped), and audio files. Create

or from being recognized by Media Player, Sentry Mode,

separate partitions on the drive formatted as exFAT; for

example, one for Dashcam and Sentry Mode (you must

Dashcam, etc.

create the TeslaCam folder), one for Track Mode (create

the TeslaTrackMode folder), and an audio partition.

USB Drive Requirements for

Once the USB flash drive is formatted and contains the

Recording Videos

necessary folder(s), insert it into a front (or glovebox, if

equipped) USB port. Do not use a rear USB port— these

NOTE: For saving Sentry Mode and Dashcam footage,

are used only to charge USB devices. Once inserted, it

Tesla recommends using the USB port located in the

can take up to 15 seconds for Model Y to recognize the

glovebox. Doing so increases security and minimizes

flash drive. When recognized, icons for Dashcam and

power consumption.

Sentry Mode are available when you touch Controls and

your vehicle is ready to record videos. You may need to

One or more features on your Model Y requires the use

first enable Sentry Mode (if equipped) by touching

of a flash drive (for example, Dashcam, Sentry Mode that

Controls > Sentry.

meets these requirements:

• Minimum storage capacity of 64 GB. Use a flash drive

Viewing Video Recordings

with as much available storage as possible. Video

footage can occupy a large amount of space.

You can view recorded footage on the touchscreen

when Model Y is in Park. Touch the Dashcam icon

• A sustained write speed of at least 4 MB/s. Note that

sustained write speed differs from peak write speed.

located in the app launcher or the Dashcam icon on the

Controls screen. Touch the menu icon in the top corner

• USB 2.0 compatible. If using a USB 3.0 flash drive, it

of the screen. The tabs display a list of all video clips,

must support USB 2.0.

organized by location and timestamp. Pause, rewind,

• Properly formatted (described below).

fast forward, and delete video recordings as needed.

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You can also navigate to Controls > Safety > Delete

Dashcam Clips to delete all dashcam and Sentry Mode

footage, including recent and saved clips.

NOTE: Dashcam recording pauses when you launch the

Viewer.

You can also view video footage by removing and

inserting the USB flash drive into a computer and

navigating to the TeslaCam (if equipped) folder.

The TeslaCam folder contains three sub-folders:

• Recent Clips: When recording, Dashcam continuously

saves footage to Recent Clips in 60-minute cycles.

Footage is overwritten every hour unless you

manually save it. Four videos are recorded for each

clip, one from each camera (front, rear, left, and

right).

NOTE: Rear camera recordings are available only on

vehicles manufactured after approximately February

2018.

• Saved Clips: Contains all recordings that are saved

using Dashcam.

• Sentry Clips: Contains the last 10 minutes of footage

from all Sentry Mode events that triggered an Alert

or Alarm state. If storage space on the USB flash

drive becomes limited, the oldest Sentry Clips are

deleted to provide space for new ones. Once deleted,

you cannot retrieve them.

When the USB flash drive runs out of storage space,

video footage can no longer be saved. To prevent the

flash drive from getting full, regularly move saved videos

to another device and delete them from the flash drive.

Coat Hangers

Your Model Y has a coat hanger on each side of the

vehicle in the second row next to the reading light. Push

the coat hanger to release it. Push it again to retract it.

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Front and Rear Seats

Correct Driving Position

Adjusting the Front Seats

The seat, head support, seat belt and airbags work

together to maximize your safety. Using these correctly

ensures greater protection.

Position the seat so you can wear the seat belt correctly,

while being as far away from the front airbag as

possible:

1. Sit upright with both feet on the floor and the seat

back reclined no more than 30 degrees.

2. Make sure you can easily reach the pedals and that

your arms are slightly bent when holding the steering

wheel. Your chest should be at least 10 inches

(25 cm) from the center of the airbag cover.

3. Place the shoulder section of the seat belt mid-way

between your neck and your shoulder. Fit the lap

section of the belt tightly across your hips, not across

your stomach.

Model Y seats include integrated head supports in the

front that cannot be adjusted or removed.

1. Move seat forward/backward and adjust the seat’s

height and tilt angle up/down.

2. Adjust backrest.

3. Adjust lumbar support (if equipped).

WARNING: Before adjusting a front seat, check

that the area around the seat is free of obstacles

(people and objects).

WARNING: Do not adjust seats while driving.

Doing so increases the risk of a collision.

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WARNING: Riding in a moving vehicle with the

seat back reclined can result in serious injuries in a

collision, as you could slide under the lap belt or

be propelled into the seat belt. Ensure your seat

back is reclined no more than 30 degrees when

the vehicle is moving.

Adjusting Second Row Seat Backs

Model Y provides seating for up to three passengers in

the second row. The seat back is split 60/40 so

adjusting the left seat back moves the seat backs for

both the left and center seating positions, whereas

adjusting the right seat back moves only the rightmost

seat back.

For vehicles with 5 seats:

Use the adjustment handles on the outside corner of

each second row outboard seat back to adjust the

corresponding seat back. While pulling and holding the

handle, move the seat back to the desired position, and

then release the handle. Ensure the seat back is securely

latched into position by pushing it forward and

Folding Second Row Seat Backs

rearward.

To maximize cargo space, each second row seat back

can be folded fully forward to lay flat. While pulling and

holding the handle, push the corresponding seat back

fully forward.

For vehicles with 7 seats:

Use the adjustment handles on the side shield of each

outboard seating position to adjust the corresponding

NOTE: Before folding seats fully forward, remove any

second row seat backs. While pulling and holding the

items from the seats and the rear footwell. To allow the

handle, move the seat back to the desired position, and

seat backs to fold completely flat, you may need to

then release the handle. Ensure the seat back is securely

move the front seats forward.

latched into position by pushing it forward and

NOTE: Driving with second row seats folded forward

rearward.

may increase perceivable noise and/or vibration coming

from the rear of the vehicle (trunk, suspension, etc.).

To allow you to carry long items (such as skis) in the rear

of Model Y, the center seat back can also be

independently folded forward. Pull the handle on the

rear of the seat back to unlatch it, then pull it forward.

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Front and Rear Seats

NOTE: Before raising a second row seat back, make sure

that the seat belts are not trapped behind the backrest.

WARNING: Always ensure the seat backs are

locked in their upright position by pushing it

forward or rearward. Failure to do so increases the

risk of injury.

Moving Second Row Seats (7-seater

only)

Lift the bar located beneath each outboard seating

position to unlock and move the second row seats

forward or rearward. The bench seats have a 60/40

split. Therefore, the bar on the left side moves the seat

for the left and center seats, whereas the bar on the

right side moves only the rightmost seat. Pull up and

hold the bar while moving the seat forward or rearward.

Release the lever when the seat is at the desired

location. Push the seat rearward and forward to ensure

the seat(s) are locked into position.

You can also fold the second row seat backs fully

forward by pressing the corresponding switch located

on the left side of the rear trunk. Pressing the switch

causes the seat back to swing forward. You can then

push it downward so it lays fully flat.

Accessing Third Row Seats (7-

seater only)

A third row ingress button is located on the backrest of

each second row outside seat. This button makes it easy

for passengers to access the third row seating positions.

To access a third row seat:

1. Press the button on the associated second row

backrest.

NOTE: If you press the button and do not move the

seats, the seats relock.

To return the seat backs to their upright position, pull it

2. Push the second row backrest forward. The seat then

upwards until it locks into place. To confirm that the seat

releases and pitches upward.

back is locked in the upright position, try pulling it

3. Push the seat fully forward.

forward.

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WARNING: After using the button to access the

third row, push the second row seat backs into

their upright position, ensuring that the seat backs

are securely latched and "clicked" into position by

trying to move them forward and rearward. Failure

to do so increases the risk of injury.

WARNING: Keep the area on the underside of the

second row seats free of debris to ensure reliable

locking of the floor latches.

WARNING: If an occupant is seated in the the third

row when pushing down on the second row seat to

engage the floor latches, ensure that the

occupant's feet are not located under the second

row seat.

Folding Third Row Seat Backs (7-

seater only)

To fold a third row seat, first ensure that the head

support is fully down as shown (see Head Supports on

To relock the seats, first push the seat rearward. You will

page 28). Then press the button located in the top

hear the seat tracks lock. Then push the seat downward

corner of the seat back and fold the backrest downward.

to engage the rear latches onto the floor strikes. You will

hear the latches lock. If the seat does not latch onto the

floor, the touchscreen displays a warning indicating that

the seat is not properly locked into position.

NOTE: To return the seat backs to the upright position,

pull the seat back upward until it latches into place. Try

pulling the backrest forward to confirm that it is securely

latched in the upright position.

WARNING: Do not use the button when a child is

seated in a seat that will move. Using the button

NOTE: Before folding the seat backs, remove any items

moves the combined left and center seats forward

from the seats and the footwell. To allow the backrests

to fold completely flat, you may need to move the

and can squeeze the occupant. Use this button

only when the second row seat is unoccupied.

second row seats forward.

Before driving, ensure the seat and the seat back

NOTE: Driving with the third row backrests folded

are securely latched into position.

forward may result in increased perceivable noise and/or

WARNING: Do not use a second row seating

vibration coming from the rear of the vehicle (trunk,

suspension, etc.).

position when the seat is not securely latched into

position,

WARNING: Always ensure the seat backrests are

locked in their upright position before travel.

Failure to do so increases the risk of injury.

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Front and Rear Seats

Head Supports

The front seats include integrated head supports that

you can not adjust.

The second row outboard seats include an adjustable

head support that you can raise, lower, or remove. When

either of these seats is occupied by a passenger that is

not in a child safety seat, the corresponding head

support should be adjusted (align the center of the head

support with the center of the occupant's head) and

locked into position. To raise a head support on a

second row outboard seat, pull it upward to the desired

position. To lower it, press and hold the button on the

base of the outer post while pushing it downward.

To lower a head support in the third row, press and hold

the button on the base of the post while pushing the

head support fully downward.

The second row center seat, and both third row seats (if

equipped), are equipped with the option to raise a head

support. Initially stowed into the seat's back rest, you

can access the head support by pulling it upward.

WARNING: When installing a child safety seat in a

second row seating position, or in the third row (if

equipped), you must lower the head support. The

headrest must be raised and locked in place when

sitting in the rear middle seat.

To stow the head support in the second row center seat,

WARNING: To minimize the risk of severe injury or

press and hold the button on the base of the post while

death in the event of a collision, ensure that head

pushing the head support fully downward.

supports are positioned correctly before driving.

Removing/Installing a Head Support

All head supports in the second and third row (if

equipped) seating positions can be removed. To remove

a head support:

1. Fully raise the head support by pulling it upward.

2. Press and hold the button located at the base of one

of the posts.

3. Insert a short, flat object (such as a small flat-head

screwdriver) into the opening in the base of the

opposite post and pull the head support upward.

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To re-install the head support:

1. With the front of the head support facing forward,

insert both posts into the corresponding holes on the

seat back.

2. Press downward on the head support until it clicks

into place.

3. Pull upward on the head support to ensure that it is

secure.

WARNING: Ensure that the head support is

correctly installed before seating an occupant.

Failure to do so increases the risk of injury or

death if a collision occurs.

Seat Heaters

The front and second row seats contain heating pads

that operate at three levels from 3 (highest) to 1

(lowest). To operate the seat heaters, see Climate

Controls on page 130.

WARNING: To avoid burns resulting from

prolonged use, individuals who have peripheral

neuropathy, or whose capacity to feel pain is

limited because of diabetes, age, neurological

injury, or some other condition, should exercise

caution when using the climate control system and

seat heaters.

Seat Covers

WARNING: Do not use seat covers in Model Y.

Doing so could restrict deployment of the seat-

mounted side air bags if a collision occurs. Also, if

the vehicle is equipped with an occupant detection

system that is used to determine the status of the

passenger front airbag, seat covers may interfere

with this system.

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Seat Belts

Wearing Seat Belts

3. Insert the latch plate into the buckle and press

together until you hear a click indicating it is locked

in place.

Using seat belts and child safety seats is the most

effective way to protect occupants if a collision occurs.

Therefore, wearing a seat belt is required by law in most

jurisdictions.

Both the driver and passenger seats are equipped with

three-point inertia reel seat belts. Inertia reel belts are

automatically tensioned to allow occupants to move

comfortably during normal driving conditions. To

securely hold child safety seats, all passenger seating

positions are equipped with an automatic locking

retractor (ALR) feature that, by fully extracting the seat

belt (beyond the length needed for a typical adult

occupant), locks the belt into place until the seat belt is

unbuckled.

4. Pull the belt to check that it is securely fastened.

The seat belt reel automatically locks to prevent

movement of occupants if Model Y experiences a force

5. Pull the diagonal part of the belt toward the reel to

associated with hard acceleration, braking, cornering, or

remove excess slack.

an impact in a collision.

To Adjust the Shoulder Anchor

Seat Belt Reminders

Height

The seat belt reminder on the touchscreen

Model Y is equipped with an adjustable shoulder anchor

alerts you if a seat belt for an occupied

for each front seat to ensure that the seat belt is

driver or passenger seat is unbuckled. If all

positioned correctly. The seat belt should lay flat across

occupants are buckled up and the

the mid-point of your collar bone while in the correct

reminder stays on, re-buckle seat belts to

driving position (see Correct Driving Position on page

ensure they are correctly latched. Also

24). Adjust the height of the shoulder anchor if the seat

remove any heavy objects (such as a

belt is not positioned correctly:

briefcase) from an unoccupied seat. If the

reminder light continues to stay on,

1. Press and hold the button on the shoulder anchor to

contact Tesla.

release the locking mechanism.

You can temporarily disable a seat belt reminder

2. While holding the button, move the shoulder anchor

associated with a rear seating position. This is useful

up or down, as necessary, to correctly position the

when you are carrying an object in a rear seat that

seat belt.

triggers the seat belt reminder alert. To disable the

reminder, touch the associated seat on the seat belt

reminder popup message that displays on the

touchscreen when a seat belt reminder is active. When a

reminder is disabled, the seat belt reminder icon is

replaced by a seat icon, for the current drive only. Touch

the seat again to re-enable the reminder.

WARNING: Seat belts must be worn by passengers

in all seating positions. Do not disable a seat belt

reminder when the seating position is occupied by

a passenger.

To Fasten a Belt

3. Release the button on the shoulder anchor so that it

1. Ensure correct positioning of the seat (see Correct

locks into position.

Driving Position on page 24).

4. Without pressing the button, pull on the seat belt

2. Draw the belt out smoothly, ensuring the belt lays flat

webbing and attempt to move the shoulder anchor

across the pelvis, chest and mid-point of your collar

downward to check that it is locked into position.

bone, between the neck and shoulder.

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WARNING: Ensure that the seat belt is positioned

Seat Belt Pre-tensioners

correctly and that the shoulder anchor is locked

into position before driving. Riding in a moving

The front seat belts are equipped with pre-tensioners

vehicle with the seat belt positioned incorrectly or

that work in conjunction with the airbags in a severe

with the shoulder anchor not locked into position

frontal collision. The pre-tensioners automatically retract

can reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a

both the seat belt anchor and the seat belt webbing,

collision.

reducing slack in both the lap and diagonal portions of

the belts, resulting in reduced forward movement of the

To Release a Belt

occupant.

Hold the belt near the buckle to prevent the belt from

The second row outboard seats are equipped with

retracting too quickly, then press the button on the

shoulder pre-tensioners to retract the seat belt webbing

buckle. The belt retracts automatically. Ensure there is

to reduce forward movement of the occupant.

no obstruction that prevents the belt from fully

retracting. The belt should not hang loose. If a seat belt

does not fully retract, contact Tesla.

Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant

Do not put the lap or shoulder sections of the seat belt

over the abdominal area. Wear the lap section of the

belt as low as possible across the hips, not the waist.

Position the shoulder portion of the belt between the

breasts and to the side of the abdomen. Consult your

doctor for specific guidance.

If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not activate in an

impact, this does not mean they malfunctioned. It

usually means that the strength or type of force needed

to activate them was not present.

WARNING: Once the seat belt pre-tensioners have

been activated, they must be replaced. After any

collision, have the airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners

and any associated components checked and, if

necessary, replaced.

WARNING: Never place anything between you and

Testing Seat Belts

the seat belt to cushion the impact in the event of

a collision.

To confirm that seat belts are operating correctly,

perform these three simple checks on each seat belt.

1. With the seat belt fastened, give the webbing nearest

the buckle a quick pull. The buckle should remain

securely locked.

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Seat Belts

2. With the belt unfastened, unreel the webbing to its

WARNING: Do not use after market comfort and

limit. Check that unreeling is free from snags, and

convenience products that attach to the seat belts.

visually check the webbing for wear. Allow the

WARNING: When seat belts are not in use, they

webbing to retract, checking that retraction is

should be fully retracted and not hanging loose. If

smooth and complete.

a seat belt does not fully retract, contact Tesla.

3. With the webbing half unreeled, hold the tongue

WARNING: The seat belt system has no user

plate and pull forward quickly. The mechanism should

serviceable parts and may contain pyrotechnics.

lock automatically and prevent further unreeling.

Do not disassemble, remove, or replace

components.

If a seat belt fails any of these tests, contact Tesla

immediately.

For information about cleaning seat belts, see Seat Belts

on page 184.

Seat Belt Warnings

WARNING: Seat belts should be worn by all

occupants at all times, even if driving for a very

short distance. Failure to do so increases the risk

of injury or death if a collision occurs.

WARNING: Secure small children in a suitable child

safety seat as described in the Child Safety Seat

topic. Always follow the child safety seat

manufacturer's instructions when installing.

WARNING: Ensure that all seat belts are worn

correctly. An improperly worn seat belt increases

the risk of injury or death if a collision occurs.

WARNING: Do not wear seat belts over hard,

fragile or sharp items in clothing, such as pens,

keys, eyeglasses, etc. The pressure from the seat

belt on such items can cause injury.

WARNING: Seat belts should not be worn with any

part of the strap twisted.

WARNING: Each seat belt assembly must be used

by one occupant only. It is dangerous to put a seat

belt around a child being carried on an occupant’s

lap.

WARNING: Seat belts that have been worn in a

collision must be inspected or replaced by Tesla,

even if damage to the assembly is not obvious.

WARNING: Seat belts that show signs of wear

(such as fraying), or have been cut or damaged in

any way, must be replaced by Tesla.

WARNING: Avoid contaminating a seat belt’s

components with any chemicals, liquids, grit, dirt

or cleaning products. If a seat belt fails to retract

or latch into the buckle, it must be replaced

immediately. Contact Tesla.

WARNING: Do not make modifications or

additions that can prevent a seat belt mechanism

from taking up slack, or that can prevent a seat

belt from being adjusted to remove slack. A slack

belt greatly reduces occupant protection.

WARNING: Do not make modifications that can

interfere with the operation of a seat belt, or that

can cause a seat belt to become inoperable.

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Child Safety Seats

Guidelines for Seating Children

Your Model Y seat belts are designed for adults and larger children. You must restrain infants and small children in a

rear seating position only, and you must use a suitable child safety seat appropriate for the child’s age, weight, and

size.

WARNING: Never seat a child on a rear-facing child seat with an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it. DEATH or

SERIOUS INJURY to the child can occur. See Passenger Front Airbag Status on page 40.

WARNING: Never seat a child on a seat with an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it. DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to

the child can occur.

WARNING: Always ensure that all Model Y seats are locked in position before traveling. Failure to do so

increases the risk of injury. Pay attention to all warnings displayed on the touchscreen.

WARNING: Do not associate the Easy Entry setting with the driver's profile when a child is seated in the

second row. Doing so can cause the driver's seat to push against the child, especially when a child is seated in

a forward-facing child seat or booster seat. Do not rely on Model Y to recognize or accommodate a child

seated in the second row while using this setting (see Driver Profiles on page 46).

Refer to the following label located on the sun visors.

NOTE: The image shown below is representative only and may not be identical to the label(s) in your vehicle.

Model Y has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the status of the passenger front airbag

(see Airbags on page 39).

When driving with a child seat on the front passenger seat, always double-check the status of the

passenger front airbag to confirm that it is OFF.

To protect an adult subsequently occupying the front passenger seat, check to verify that the

passenger front airbag is ON.

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Child Safety Seats

Choosing a Child Safety Seat

All children age 12 and under should ride in the second and third row seats. Always use a child safety seat suitable

for a young child’s age and weight. The following table is based on child safety seat recommendations determined

by the National Highway Tra…c Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the United States (for more information, go to

www.nhtsa.gov/ChildSafety/Guidance ).

Infants

Toddlers

Young children

Age

Birth to 1 year*

Over 1 year*

4 years and older, and

less than 57 in.

(145 cm) tall

Weight

Up to at least 20 lbs (9 kg)**

Over 20 lbs (9 kg) (minimum)

Over 40 lbs (18 kg)

and up to 40 lbs (18 kg)*

Type of child safety seat

Rear-facing (or convertible)

Forward-facing (or

Seat belt retained

convertible)*

booster seat

Seat position

Rear-facing only*

Forward-facing*

Forward-facing

Recommended attachment

If combined weight of child

If combined weight of child

Attach booster seats

method

and safety seat is up to 65

and safety seat is up to 65 lbs

using the seat belt

lbs (29.5 kg), attach using

(29.5 kg), attach using either

only.

either LATCH** (lower

LATCH** (both lower anchors

anchor only) or the seat belt

and top tether anchor), or the

only.*** If combined weight

seat belt and upper tether

of child and safety seat is

strap.*** If combined weight of

over 65 lbs (29.5 kg), attach

child and safety seat is over

using the seat belt only.***

65 lbs (29.5 kg), attach using

the seat belt and upper tether

strap.***

* Many child safety seats currently available allow children to ride rear-facing using the child safety seat’s

integrated 5-point harness for a longer period of time BASED UPON SPECIFIC HEIGHT AND WEIGHT LIMITS.

Keep your child in a rear-facing seat for as long as possible. CHECK THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT MANUFACTURER’S

INSTRUCTIONS AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

** ISOFIX is the international standard for attachment points for child safety seats in passenger cars. The system

has other regional names including LATCH ("Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children") in the United States and

LUAS ("Lower Universal Anchorage System") or Canfix in Canada. It has also been called the "Universal Child

Safety Seat System" or UCSSS.

*** Subject to instructions provided by the child safety seat manufacturer.

WARNING: Laws that govern how and where children should be carried when traveling in a vehicle are subject

to change. It is the driver’s responsibility to keep up to date on, and comply with, all current regulations in the

region(s) where Model Y is driven. To check the child passenger safety laws for states in the U.S., go to: http://

www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/childsafety_laws.html.

WARNING: Do not use LATCH/Isofix/i-Size anchors with child safety seats or booster seats that have an

integral safety belt where the combined weight of the child plus the child safety seat exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg).

WARNING: Do not use Easy Entry (as described in Driver Profiles on page 46) to automatically move the

driver's seat to the full rearward position if a child safety seat is installed in the second row located behind the

driver's seat. With reduced clearance, the movement of the seat may impact a child's legs, cause injury, or

dislodge the seat.

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