Wipers
To wipe the windshield, rotate the end of the turn signal
stalk away from you. You can rotate to five positions:
•
1st: O.
• 2nd: Auto with low rain sensitivity.*
• 3rd: Auto with high rain sensitivity.*
•
4th: Continuous, slow.
• 5th: Continuous, fast.
For a single wipe, press and release the end of the stalk.
If the wipers are set to Auto and Model S detects no
liquid on the windshield, the wipers do not wipe.
*To enable the Auto settings, touch Controls > Vehicle >
Autowipers (Beta). When wipers are set to Auto,
Model S detects whether or not it is raining. The
frequency at which they wipe depends on how much
rain is detected on the windshield. When wipers are set
to high rain sensitivity, the wipers turn on when
Model S
detects a light mist.
NOTE: The Auto setting is currently in BETA. If uncertain
about using the Auto setting while in the BETA phase,
Tesla recommends operating the wipers manually, as
necessary.
NOTE: When you operate the wipers, headlights
automatically turn on for approximately one minute (if
they are not on already).
NOTE: You can also adjust the windshield wiper speed
and frequency using voice commands (see Voice
Commands on page 140).
CAUTION:
Ensure the wipers are in the O
position before washing Model S to avoid the risk
of damaging the wipers.
To extend the life of wiper blades, remove ice from the
windshield before turning wipers on. Ice has sharp edges
that can damage the rubber on the wiper blades.
Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper
blade. If damaged, replace the wiper blade immediately.
For details on checking and replacing wiper blades, see
Wiper Blades and Washer Jets on page 173.
CAUTION:
In harsh climates, ensure that the wiper
blades are not frozen or adhered to the windshield.
Defrosting Wipers
To make wiper blades easy to access so you can remove
any ice and snow, shift
Model S into Park, turn the
wipers
o, then use the touchscreen to move them to
the service position. Touch Controls > Service > Wiper
Service Mode. When parking in cold outdoor climates, it
is helpful to leave Model S with the wipers in the service
position. In this position, they are closer to the defrost
vent, allowing you to thaw them by directing air from
the climate control system towards the windshield.
If Model S is equipped with the optional cold weather
package, you can defrost wipers by touching the climate
control on the touchscreen (see
Climate Controls on
page 119). Wiper defrosters automatically turn o after
15 minutes.
NOTE: Wipers automatically return to their normal
position when you shift Model S out of Park.
Washers
Press the button on the end of the turn signal stalk to
spray washer fluid onto the windshield. You can press
this button at two levels. Press partially for a single wipe,
without any washer fluid. Press fully for both wipe and
wash. When washing the windshield, the wipers turn on.
After releasing the button, the wipers perform two
additional wipes then a third wipe a few seconds later.
Periodically top up washer fluid (see Topping Up
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 175).
Defrosting Washer Nozzles
If Model S is equipped with the optional cold weather
package, washer nozzles have defrosters that turn on
whenever the ambient temperature nears freezing, or
when you turn on the wiper defrosters (see Climate
Controls on page 119). The washer defrosters turn o
when the wiper defrosters turn o (after 15 minutes),
provided the temperature is warm enough to prevent
freezing.
Wipers and Washers
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