• Engages a latch that holds the connector in place;
• Shifts into Park (if it was in any other drive mode);
• Heats or cools the Battery, if needed. If the Battery
requires heating or cooling, you may notice a delay before
charging begins.
NOTE: Whenever Model Y is plugged in but not actively
charging, it draws energy from the charging equipment
instead of using energy stored in the Battery. For example, if
you are sitting in
Model Y and using the touchscreen while
parked and plugged in,
Model Y draws energy from the
charging equipment instead of the Battery.
In some cases when Model Y is plugged in but using very
little energy, however, it may draw it directly from the Battery.
For example, if you leave
Model Y plugged in for several days
without using it, it may gradually draw a small amount of
energy directly from the Battery to support vehicle systems.
Once the Battery discharges enough, it starts charging to
reach the limit again. Depending on when you check, the
Battery may not have discharged enough yet to trigger a
charge cycle. As a result, it may be slightly under the charge
limit even after being plugged in for a long period. This is
normal, and Model Y will start charging again once it has
discharged enough. Alternatively, to start a new charge cycle
manually, unplug and then plug in
Model Y.
CAUTION: The connector end of the charge cable can
damage the paint if you drop it onto Model Y.
Charge Port Light
After you insert a charge cable into Model Y, wait a few
seconds and confirm that the charge port light begins
blinking green and that your vehicle is charging. If the light is
amber or red, troubleshoot the issue before you leave to
ensure a successful charging session.
• WHITE (OR LIGHT BLUE): The charge port door is open.
Model Y is ready to charge and the connector is not
inserted, or the charge port latch is unlocked and the
connector is ready to be removed.
• BLUE: The charger is connected, but Model Y is not
charging (such as when scheduled charging is active).
•
BLINKING BLUE: Model Y is communicating with the
charger, but has not started charging yet (such as when
your vehicle is preparing to charge).
•
BLINKING GREEN: Charging is in progress. As Model Y
approaches a full charge, the frequency of the blinking
slows.
•
SOLID GREEN: Charging is complete.
•
SOLID AMBER: The connector is not fully plugged in.
Realign the connector to the charge port and insert fully.
•
BLINKING AMBER: Model Y is charging at a reduced
current (AC charging only).
•
RED: A fault is detected and charging has stopped. Check
the touchscreen for an alert.
Charging Status
Charging status displays at the top of the car status screen
when the charge port door is open.
1.
Time remaining: The estimated time remaining to charge
to your set limit (see Charge Settings on page 161).
NOTE: When charging to 100%, the vehicle may continue
to charge with low power when charging is displayed as
complete. This is expected operation. Because the added
energy beyond this point is low, it is usually not beneficial
to continue charging.
2.
Charging: The current power of the charger.
3.
Charging rate: The maximum current available from the
attached charge cable.
4.
Range gained: Estimated increase in driving distance
achieved in the charging session.
5.
Driving distance: Displays the total estimated driving
distance or energy percentage (depending on your
display setting) available.
NOTE: To change how energy units are displayed, touch
Controls > Display > Energy Display.
6. Charge status: Charge status messages (such as
Supercharging, Scheduled Charging) display here (see
Scheduled Precondition and Charge on page 165).
During Charging
During charging, the charge port light (the Tesla "T" logo)
pulses green, and the touchscreen displays real-time
charging status. The frequency at which the green charge
port light pulses slows down as the charge level approaches
full. When charging is complete, the light stops pulsing and is
solid green.
NOTE: If Model Y is locked, the charge port light does not
light up.
If the charge port light turns red while charging, a fault is
detected. Check the touchscreen for an alert describing the
fault. A fault can occur due to something as common as a
power outage. If a power outage occurs, charging resumes
automatically when power is restored.
NOTE: The thermal system may produce steam under certain
conditions for vehicles with heat pumps (to determine if your
vehicle has a heat pump, touch Controls > Software >
Additional Vehicle Information). For example, odorless steam
can come from the front of your vehicle while charging at a
Supercharger in cold temperature. This is normal and not a
cause for concern.
NOTE: It is normal to hear sounds during charging.
Particularly at high currents, the refrigerant compressor and
fan operate as needed to keep the Battery cool.
Charging Instructions
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