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Tesla MODEL Y 2022 User Manual

Tesla MODEL Y 2022
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MODEL Y
OWNER'S MANUAL
Software version: 2022.12
China

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Tesla MODEL Y 2022 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTesla
ModelMODEL Y 2022
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Your Owner's Manual

Safety Information

Guidance on finding safety information within the Model Y Owner's Manual.

Touchscreen Overview

Keys

Phone Key

How to use your phone as a key for Model Y, including setup and authentication.

Key Card

Explains how to use the key card to unlock, lock, and drive Model Y.

Key Fob

Details the functionality and use of the key fob accessory for Model Y.

Managing Keys

How to view, add, or delete keys that can access your Model Y.

Front Trunk

Opening Hood with No Power

Procedure to open the front trunk when Model Y has no low voltage power.

Interior Storage and Electronics

USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos

Specifications for USB flash drives used for Dashcam and Sentry Mode.

Front and Rear Seats

Correct Driving Position

Guidance on achieving the correct driving position for safety and protection.

Seat Belts

Seat Belt Warnings

Important warnings and precautions regarding seat belt usage.

Child Safety Seats

Passenger Front Airbag Must Be OFF

Warning to disable passenger front airbag when seating a child.

Suitability and Fitting of Child Restraint Systems

Guidance on choosing and fitting child restraint systems for Model Y.

Recommended Child Restraint Systems

Tesla's recommendations for child restraint systems based on weight groups.

Front Passenger Seat

Information on using the front passenger seat with child restraint systems.

Second Row Outboard Seats

Guidance for installing child restraints in second row outboard seats.

Second Row Center Seat

Guidance for installing child restraints in the second row center seat.

Installing Belt-based Child Restraint Systems

General guidelines for installing belt-based child restraint systems.

Installing ISOFIX/i-Size Child Restraint Systems

Instructions for installing ISOFIX/i-Size child restraint systems.

Child Restraint System Warnings

Important warnings about the use of child restraint systems.

Airbags

Location of Airbags

Approximate locations of airbags in Model Y.

Passenger Front Airbag Status

How to check the status of the passenger front airbag on the touchscreen.

Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag

How to disable the passenger front airbag for child safety.

Airbag Warnings

Important warnings and precautions regarding airbag usage.

Driver Profiles

Creating a Driver Profile

How to create and save driver profiles for personalized settings.

Valet Mode

Restrictions and settings applicable when Model Y is in Valet mode.

Starting and Powering Off

Restarting the Touchscreen

Procedure to restart the touchscreen if it is unresponsive.

Shifting

Car Status

Indicator Lights

Explanation of various indicator lights that advise or alert the driver.

Braking and Stopping

Braking Systems

Information about the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and brake pedal feel.

Emergency Braking

How to apply maximum brake pressure in an emergency.

Parking Brake

How to manually engage and release the parking brake.

Traction Control

Park Assist

How Park Assist Works

How Park Assist sensors detect objects and alert the driver.

Vehicle Hold

Getting Maximum Range

Factors Affecting Energy Consumption

Factors that influence energy consumption while driving and parked.

Tips to Maximize Range

Driving habits and settings to maximize driving range.

Range Assurance

How Model Y helps protect against running out of energy.

Energy App

How to use the Energy app for real-time and projected energy usage.

Pedestrian Warning System

Cold Weather Best Practices

About Autopilot

How It Works

Components that monitor the surrounding area for Autopilot features.

Active Safety Features

Features designed to increase driver and passenger safety.

Autopilot Features

Convenience features designed to reduce driver workload.

Drive to Calibrate Cameras

Process for self-calibrating cameras for Autopilot features.

Cleaning Cameras and Sensors

How to keep Autopilot components clean and free of obstructions.

Traffic-Aware Cruise Control

To Use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control

Instructions on how to initiate Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.

Overtake Acceleration

How to use turn signals to quickly accelerate when passing.

Autosteer

Operating Autosteer

How to enable and operate Autosteer.

Take Over Immediately

What to do when Autosteer is unable to steer Model Y.

Canceling Autosteer

Situations when Autosteer will cancel.

Auto Lane Change

How to use turn signals to change lanes while Autosteer is active.

Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning

Warnings for upcoming traffic lights and stop signs.

Navigate on Autopilot

Enabling and Customizing Navigate on Autopilot

How to enable and customize Navigate on Autopilot settings.

Operating Navigate on Autopilot

How Navigate on Autopilot activates and deactivates based on road type.

Lane Changes

How Navigate on Autopilot changes lanes to prepare for off-ramps or increase speed.

Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control

Before Using

Prerequisites for using Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control.

How it Works

How Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control recognizes and responds to traffic signals.

Traffic Lights

How Model Y responds to different traffic light signals.

Stop Signs and Road Markings

How Model Y responds to stop signs and road markings.

Autopark

To Use Autopark

Steps to allow Autopark to maneuver Model Y into a parking space.

Summon

Before Using Summon

How to enable and customize Summon settings.

Using Summon to Park and Retrieve your Vehicle

Steps to use Summon to park or retrieve Model Y.

Smart Summon

Before Using Smart Summon

Prerequisites for using Smart Summon.

Using Smart Summon

How to use Smart Summon via the Tesla mobile app.

Lane Assist

Steering Interventions

How Lane Assist provides steering interventions if Model Y drifts into a lane.

Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance

How Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance automatically applies steering.

Blind Spot Camera and Collision Warning Chime

How to display blind spot camera view and enable collision warning chime.

Collision Avoidance Assist

Speed Assist

How Speed Assist Works

How Model Y displays speed limits and warns about exceeding them.

Controlling Speed Assist

How to adjust speed limit warning settings and determine speed limit.

Controls

Controls - Overview

How to use the touchscreen Controls menu to customize Model Y.

Pedals & Steering

How to adjust acceleration and steering effort.

Regenerative Braking

How regenerative braking slows Model Y and feeds energy back to the Battery.

Stopping Mode

How Model Y behaves after regenerative braking reduces speed.

Charging

How to view charging status and adjust settings.

Autopilot

How to customize Autopilot features for a safer experience.

Customize Summon

How to determine Summon settings like bumper clearance and distance.

Blind Spot Camera

How to display blind spot camera view when engaging turn signal.

Blind Spot Collision Warning Chime

How to enable a chime for blind spot vehicle detection.

Speed Limit Warning

How to choose the type of warnings for exceeding speed limits.

Lane Departure Avoidance

How to adjust steering wheel response to lane departures.

Forward Collision Warning

How to set visual and audible warnings for frontal collisions.

Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance (if equipped)

How Model Y prevents potential collisions by steering back into lane.

Automatic Emergency Braking

How Model Y automatically applies braking for imminent frontal collisions.

Obstacle-Aware Acceleration

How acceleration is reduced when detecting an object in the driving path.

Locks

Features related to locking and unlocking doors, windows, and trunks.

Climate Controls

Adjusting Climate Control Settings

How to adjust climate preferences using voice commands or touchscreen.

Maps and Navigation

Media

Entertainment

Phone and Calendar

Voice Commands

Navigation

Voice commands for searching and navigating to locations.

Security Settings

PIN to Drive

How to prevent Model Y from being driven without a PIN.

Dashcam and Sentry Mode

NOTE: Depending on market region...

Note on feature availability and sole responsibility for local regulations.

Standby, Alert, and Alarm States

How Sentry Mode shifts through states in response to surroundings.

Using Sentry Mode

How to turn Sentry Mode on/off and customize settings.

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

Connecting to Wi-Fi

Software Updates

Loading New Software

How to install software updates wirelessly.

Mobile App

Summon

How to park or retrieve Model Y using Summon.

Electric Vehicle Components

High Voltage Components

Diagram and list of high voltage components in Model Y.

Charging Equipment

Information about charging equipment designed specifically for Model Y.

High Voltage Battery Information

About the High Voltage Battery

Information about Model Y's sophisticated battery system.

Battery Care

How to preserve the high voltage Battery's life.

Battery Warnings and Cautions

Important warnings and cautions regarding the high voltage battery.

Charging Instructions

Maintenance Schedule

Service Intervals

Recommended maintenance items and intervals for Model Y.

High Voltage Safety

Precautions to protect yourself from risks associated with high-voltage systems.

Tire Care and Maintenance

Cleaning

Wiper Blades and Washer Jets

Jacking and Lifting

Jacking Procedure

Steps to lift Model Y using designated body lift points.

Vehicle Loading

Load Capacity Labeling

Understanding how much weight Model Y can safely carry.

Dimensions and Weights

Subsystems

Motor Specifications

Specifications for motors manufactured in the U.S. and China.

Brakes

Specifications for the braking system, calipers, and rotors.

Battery - High Voltage

Specifications for the high voltage battery.

Wheels and Tires

Wheel Specifications (Factory)

Factory specifications for wheel diameter, size, and offset.

Wheel Alignment Values (Factory)

Factory values for wheel alignment parameters.

Tire Specifications (Factory)

Factory specifications for tire size and location.

Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance

Instructions for Transporters

DO NOT TRANSPORT WITH WHEELS ON THE GROUND

Warning against transporting Model Y with wheels on the ground.

Activate Transport Mode

How to enable Transport Mode for winching Model Y onto a flatbed truck.

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

Reporting Safety Defects

Troubleshooting Alerts

Autosteer temporarily unavailable

Alert when Autosteer is temporarily unavailable due to external conditions.

Autosteer speed limit exceeded

Alert when Autosteer speed limit is exceeded.

Cruise control unavailable

Alert when cruise control is unavailable due to reduced radar visibility.

Camera blocked or blinded

Alert when cameras are blocked or blinded by external conditions.

Unable to charge - Insufficient grounding

Alert indicating insufficient grounding for the Wall Connector.

Unable to charge - Wall Connector GFCI tripped

Alert indicating the Wall Connector GFCI has tripped.

Unable to charge - Wall Connector too hot

Alert indicating the Wall Connector or outlet is too hot.

Cannot charge - Poor grid power quality possible

Alert indicating reduced AC charging speed due to grid power quality issues.

Charge rate reduced - Wall connection hot

Alert indicating building connection to Wall Connector is too warm.

Unable to charge - Wall connection too hot

Alert indicating building connection to Wall Connector is too warm.

Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issue

Alert indicating a communication error between Wall Connector and vehicle.

Unable to charge - Primary / paired unit mismatch

Alert indicating Wall Connector current ratings must match.

Unable to charge - More than 1 primary unit

Alert indicating more than one Wall Connector is set as primary.

Unable to charge - Too many Wall Connectors

Alert indicating too many Wall Connectors paired with the primary unit.

Unable to charge - Low Wall Connector current

Alert indicating the primary unit current setting must be increased.

Unable to charge - Wall Connector issue

Alert indicating a Wall Connector hardware issue.

Wall Connector configuration must be completed

Alert indicating Wall Connector configuration is incomplete.

Charging equipment not recognized

Alert indicating charging equipment is not recognized.

Charging equipment error detected

Alert indicating external charging equipment has reported a fault.

Charging stopped - Charge cable disconnected

Alert indicating charge cable was unexpectedly disconnected.

Charge port door sensor fault

Alert indicating charge port door sensors are not functioning normally.

Charging equipment communication lost

Alert indicating communication loss with charging equipment.

Charge port may not open when pressed

Alert indicating charge port door sensors are not communicating properly.

Unable to charge - Charge station not powered

Alert indicating charging cannot begin as station is not communicating.

Charge rate reduced - Charge port may be frozen

Alert indicating charge port latch may be frozen due to cold temperatures.

Charging slowed - Some AC phases not powered

Alert indicating reduced AC charging speed due to power supply issues.

Poor electric grid power quality detected

Alert indicating reduced charging speed due to poor grid power quality.

External charging equipment not providing power

Alert indicating external charging equipment is not providing power.

Charge rate reduced - Unexpected voltage drop

Alert indicating a large voltage drop detected during charging.

Electrical system power reduced

Alert indicating the electrical system cannot support all features.

Electrical system is unable to support all features

Alert indicating nonessential features are unavailable to preserve energy.

Electrical system backup power is unavailable

Alert indicating backup power source is unavailable.

Low voltage battery service is required

Alert indicating low voltage battery requires service and may not restart.

Vehicle is preparing to shut down

Alert indicating the vehicle is shutting down to preserve energy.

Air pressure below recommendation for tires

Alert indicating tire pressure is at least 20% lower than recommended.

Air pressure in tires very low

Alert indicating one or more tires are extremely low or flat.

Consumer Information

Troubleshooting Alerts

Guidance for resolving common alerts and issues.

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