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Tesla updates your vehicle's software over the air, constantly
providing new features. Tesla recommends you install
software updates at the earliest opportunity on your vehicle.
To ensure the fastest and most reliable delivery of software
updates, leave Wi-Fi turned on and connected whenever
possible. In most cases, your vehicle must be connected to
Wi-Fi to download the software update (see
Wi-Fi on page
58).
Downloading vs. Installing New
Software
There are two steps to receiving a new update: downloading
the software (which requires Wi-Fi), and installing it. For your
convenience, you can start downloads and installations using
the Tesla mobile app.
Download
When a software update is available for download, the
download occurs automatically, showing a green arrow at the
top of the touchscreen. If the vehicle is not connected to Wi-
Fi, a yellow download icon appears. Although you can drive
while the software update is being downloaded, doing so can
interrupt the download if your vehicle loses the Wi-Fi
connection. When the software update is fully downloaded
and ready to install, a clock icon displays at the top of the
touchscreen.
NOTE: To ensure the fastest and most reliable download of
software updates, leave the Wi-Fi turned on and connected
whenever possible (see
Wi-Fi on page 58).
Install
You CANNOT drive while software is being installed. If
plugged in, your vehicle will stop charging until the
installation is complete. To start the installation, touch the
yellow clock icon at the top of the touchscreen. Touch
Install
Now to begin the installation immediately or touch Set For
This Time to choose a different start time. At any time before
the update installs, you can touch this clock icon to
reschedule. If you are driving
Model Y at the scheduled
update time, the update is canceled and must be
rescheduled. You can also view, download, and install
software updates by navigating to Controls > Software. If
available, connect to Wi-FI to download the update.
Software updates are not performed when certain features
are active, such as Keep Climate On, Dog Mode, or Camp
Mode.
NOTE: Software updates will not install if Keep, Dog, or Camp
mode are enabled (see Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp on
page 135).
NOTE: On an as-needed basis, Tesla also sends software
updates using a cellular connection.
NOTE: Some software updates take approximately 30
minutes to complete (some may take longer). Model Y must
be in Park while the software is being updated.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use the vehicle while the
software is being installed. Vehicle functions, including
some safety systems and opening or closing the doors
or windows, may be limited or disabled when
installation is in progress and you could damage the
vehicle.
Software Update Preferences
Tesla determines how, when, and where to send updates to
vehicles based on various factors unique to each release. In
Controls > Software, you can choose how quickly you want to
receive updates that are ready for your vehicle. Be an early
adopter by selecting
Advanced (which will have additional
releases), or wait until others have installed (which will result
in fewer releases) by selecting Standard. Choosing Advanced
does not enroll your vehicle in Tesla's early access program.
Tesla does not update your software upon request for those
wanting to receive the latest features and improvements.
Selecting
Advanced and consistently connecting to Wi-Fi
(see Wi-Fi on page 58) is the best way to quickly receive the
latest software updates.
If the touchscreen displays a message indicating that a
software update was not successfully completed, wait for the
next software update to deploy to your vehicle.
NOTE: The software update screen persists until you install
the update. Install a software update as soon as possible. Any
harm resulting from failure to install a software update is not
covered by the vehicle’s warranty. Failure or refusal to install
updates can cause some vehicle features to become
inaccessible or digital media devices may become
incompatible.
NOTE: Tesla may update or reinstall your vehicle's software as
part of the normal diagnostic, repair, and maintenance
process within Tesla Service.
NOTE: Reverting to a previous software version is not
possible.
Charging
If Model Y is charging when the software update begins,
charging stops. Charging resumes automatically when the
software update is complete.
Viewing Release Notes
When a software update is complete, read the release notes
displayed on the touchscreen to learn about changes or new
features. To display release notes about the current version
of your vehicle's software at any time, touch
Controls >
Software > Release Notes.
Tesla strongly recommends reading all release notes. They
may contain important safety information or operating
instructions for your Model Y.
Software Updates
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