WARNING: Model 3 is equipped with
high voltage components that may be
compromised as a result of a collision
(see High Voltage Components on
page 189). Before transporting Model
3, it is important to assume these
components are energized. Always
follow high voltage safety precautions
(wearing personal protection
equipment, etc.) until emergency
response professionals have evaluated
the vehicle and can accurately confirm
that all high voltage systems are no
longer energized. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury.
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. The following are
required to enable Transport Mode:
• 12V power is required. You are 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 the vehicle is in Park.
2. Chock the tires or otherwise ensure
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 Model 3 loses 12V power after
Transport Mode is enabled, Transport Mode
will cancel and the parking brake will be re-
applied.
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 12V power, you need
an external 12V power supply to open the
hood or use the touchscreen. See
If Vehicle
Has No Power on page .
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.
Instructions for Transporters
236 MODEL 3 OWNER'S MANUAL
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