Tesla MODEL S - Page 127

Service
• Key Fob Update: Your vehicle must be in Park to update your key fob. See Using the Key
on page 10 for more information.
• Reset TPMS Sensors: Reset the TPMS sensors after replacing a wheel (see Resetting the
TPMS Sensors on page 176).
• Wheel Configuration: Update your vehicle's wheel configuration if you are installing new
wheels or swapping them for dierent ones. This also changes the wheels of your
vehicle's avatar on the touchscreen.
Note: Changing your vehicle's wheel configuration can impact range estimates, tire
pressure warning levels, and vehicle visualization. See Tire Care and Maintenance on page
173 for more information.
Warning: Only use Tesla-approved wheels when installing or swapping wheels. Using
non Tesla-approved wheels can cause serious damage. Tesla is not liable for damage
caused by using wheels not approved by Tesla.
• Tow Mode: Prepare Model S for towing by keeping it in Neutral, which disengages the
parking brake. See Instructions for Transporters on page 206.
• Wiper Service Mode: Make wiper blades easy to access (see Wiper Blades and Washer
Jets on page 183).
• FACTORY RESET: Erase all personal data (saved addresses, music favorites, imported
contacts, etc.) and restore all customized settings to their factory defaults (see Erasing
Personal Data on page 127).
Software Learn more about your vehicle's software version and the status of software
updates.
• Get more information about your vehicle such as the VIN, vehicle name, and odometer.
Touch Additional vehicle information to display a list of the various options your vehicle is
equipped with.
Note: You can also display some of the vehicle information by touching the Tesla "T" at
the top center of your touchscreen.
• View your current software version, map version, and release notes.
• See new updates that are available. Your vehicle must be connected to Wi-Fi to start the
update (see Software Updates on page 157).
• Customize how often you want to receive software updates by touching Software Update
Preferences.
• Customize how often you want to receive software updates by touching Software Update
Preferences.
• Observe your software's download progress.
The yellow clock icon at the top of the touchscreen is replaced by a green download icon
when a software update is available, your vehicle is connected to Wi-Fi, and the update is
downloading. A yellow download icon appears when a software update is available, but
the vehicle is not connected to Wi-Fi. Ensure your vehicle is connected to Wi-Fi to start
the download.
Manual Touch to display this manual.
Note: You can also display this manual by touching the Tesla "T" at the top of the touchscreen.
Naming Your Vehicle
To further personalize Model S, you can name it. The name of your Model S appears in the mobile
app. To name your vehicle, touch the Tesla “T” at the top center of the touchscreen, then touch
Name Your Vehicle (or touch the vehicle's existing name). Enter the new name in the popup, then
touch Save.
Controls
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