Activate Transport Mode
Transport Mode keeps the parking brake
disengaged while winching Model Y onto a
flatbed truck. When active, Transport Mode
displays a message indicating that the vehicle
will remain free-rolling. The following are
required to enable Transport Mode:
• 12V power is required. You are unable to
use the touchscreen to activate Transport
Mode if Model Y has no power.
• Model Y must detect a key. Transport
Mode is available only when a key is
detected.
To activate Transport Mode:
1. Ensure the vehicle is in Park.
2. Chock the tires or otherwise ensure Model
Y is secure.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal, then on
the touchscreen, touch Controls >
Service > Towing. The touchscreen
displays a message reminding you how to
properly transport Model Y.
4. Press and hold the Transport Mode button
until it turns blue. Model Y is now free-
rolling and can slowly be rolled (no faster
than walking speed) or winched.
To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model Y into
Park.
Note: If Model Y loses 12V power after
Transport Mode is enabled, Transport Mode
will cancel and the parking brake will be re-
applied.
Caution:
If the electrical system is not
working, and you therefore cannot use
the touchscreen to activate Transport
Mode, use self-loading dollies or tire
skates. Before doing so, always check the
manufacturer's specifications and
recommended loading capacity.
Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Front
Note: If Model Y has no 12V power, you need
an external 12V power supply to open the
hood or use the touchscreen. See If Vehicle
Has No Power.
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 front tow eye cover by
pressing firmly on its top right perimeter
until it pivots inward, then gently pulling
the raised section toward you.
Note: The front tow eye cover is
connected to the vehicle's black negative
(-) terminal.
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 Y slowly onto the flatbed truck.
Instructions for Transporters
202 Model Y Owner's Manual
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