Activate Transport Mode
Transport Mode keeps the parking brake
disengaged while winching Model 3 onto a
flatbed truck. When active, Transport Mode
displays a message indicating that the vehicle
will remain free-rolling. To enable Transport
Mode:
• Low voltage power is required. You will be
unable to use the touchscreen to activate
Transport Mode if Model 3 has no power.
•
Model 3 must detect a key. Transport
Mode is available only when a key is
detected.
To activate Transport Mode:
1.
Ensure Model 3 is in Park.
2.
Chock the tires or make sure Model 3 is
secure.
3.
Press and hold the brake pedal, then on
the touchscreen, touch Controls > Service
> Towing. The touchscreen displays a
message reminding you how to properly
transport Model 3.
4.
Press and hold the Transport Mode
button until it turns blue. Model 3 is now
free-rolling and can slowly be rolled (no
faster than walking speed) or winched.
To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model 3 into
Park.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a low
voltage Lead-Acid Battery (see
Jump Starting
the Low Voltage Battery on page 236):
Transport Mode may cancel if
Model 3 loses
low voltage power after Transport Mode is
enabled.
CAUTION:
If the electrical system is
not working, and you therefore cannot
use the touchscreen to activate
Transport Mode, use self-loading
dollies or tire skates. Before doing so,
always check the manufacturer's
specifications and recommended
loading capacity.
Pull onto the Flatbed Truck
NOTE: If Model 3 has no low voltage power,
you need an external low voltage power
supply to open the hood or use the
touchscreen.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage, only pull
the vehicle onto a flatbed truck using
a properly-installed tow eye. Using the
chassis, frame, or suspension
components to pull the vehicle can
result in damage.
1.
Locate the tow eye. The tow eye is
located under the carpet in the front
trunk.
2.
Release the tow eye cover by pressing
firmly on its top right perimeter until it
pivots inward, then gently pulling the
raised section toward you.
NOTE: The tow eye cover is connected to
the vehicle's black negative (-) terminal.
3.
Fully insert the tow eye into the opening,
then turn it
counter-clockwise until
securely fastened.
4. Attach the winch cable to the tow eye.
Instructions for Transporters
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