Tesla MODEL S 2021 - Page 205

4. Attach the winch cable to the tow eye.
CAUTION:
Before pulling, make sure the tow
eye is securely tightened.
5.
Activate Transport Mode.
6.
Pull Model S slowly onto the flatbed truck.
Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear
(Using Tow Eye)
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen. See
If Vehicle Has No Power on
page 204.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a hitch receiver cannot be
pulled from the rear tow eye. Use the tow bar or hitch
receiver only to pull the vehicle to a safe location, such
as onto a
flatbed truck. Do not transport the vehicle with
wheels on the ground.
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 in the
front trunk.
2.
Release the rear tow eye cover by pressing
firmly on
its bottom perimeter until it pivots inward, then
gently pulling the raised section toward you.
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.
CAUTION:
Before pulling, make sure the tow
eye is securely tightened.
5. Activate Transport Mode.
6. Pull Model S slowly onto the flatbed truck.
Instructions for Transporters
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