Tesla S 2012 - User Manual

EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDE
This guide is intended only for use by trained and certifi ed rescuers and fi rst responders. It assumes that readers have a comprehensive understanding of how
safety systems work and have completed the appropriate training and certifi cation required to safely handle rescue situations. Therefore, this guide provides only
the specifi c information required to understand and safely handle the fully electric Model S in an emergency situation. It describes how to identify ModelS, and
provides the locations and descriptions of its high voltage components, airbags, infl ation cylinders, seat belt pre-tensioners, and high strength materials used in
its body structure. This guide includes the high voltage disabling procedure and any safety considerations specifi c to Model S. Failure to follow recommended
practices or procedures can result in serious injury or death.
The high voltage battery is the main energy source. Model S does not have a traditional gasoline or diesel engine and therefore does not have a fuel tank.
2012 - 2013

Tesla S 2012 Specifications

General

Brand	Tesla
Model	S 2012
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Identifying Model S

Badging

Model S is identified by three main badges.

Large Screen

Features a large 17-inch touchscreen display.

Charge Port

Integrated into the taillight on the rear left side fender.

High Voltage Components

Overview of High Voltage Components

Lists and illustrates key high voltage components within the vehicle.

High Voltage Battery

Floor-mounted 400-volt lithium-ion battery.

DC-DC Converter

Transforms high voltage to low voltage for the 12-volt battery.

High Voltage Cabling

Dark orange cabling routed under rear seats and inside rocker panels.

Chargers

Convert AC to DC for battery charging, located under rear seat.

Drive Unit

Located between rear wheels, converts DC to AC for electric motors.

Low Voltage System

12 V Battery

Powers auxiliary systems and interacts with high voltage system.

Disabling High Voltage

First Responder Cut Loop - Front Trunk

Shuts down high voltage and airbags via front trunk loop.

Cutting the First Responder Loop - Front Trunk

Step-by-step instructions for cutting the front trunk cut loop.

First Responder Disconnect Point - Rear Pillar (Newer Models Only)

Alternative disconnect point for newer models.

Cutting the First Responder Disconnect Point - Rear Pillar (Newer Models Only)

Instructions for cutting the rear pillar disconnect point.

Stabilizing Model S

Chock All Four Wheels

Essential for preventing unintended vehicle movement.

Shift into Park

Engages the parking brake for vehicle stabilization.

Airbags and SRS

Airbags

Model S has eight airbags; de-energize via cut loop or disconnect point.

Airbag Inflation Cylinders

Located towards the rear of the vehicle.

Seat Belt Pre-Tensioners

Located by the B-pillars.

Reinforcements

Location of Reinforcements and High Strength Steel

Details steel and aluminum reinforcements for collision protection.

No-Cut Zones

No-Cut Zones

Areas to avoid cutting due to high voltage, gas struts, and airbag hazards.

Rescue Operations

Fully or Partially Submerged Vehicles

Guidelines for handling submerged vehicles, emphasizing PPE.

Pushing on the Floor Pan

Warning against pushing on the floor pan due to battery location.

Firefighting

Procedures for extinguishing fires, including high voltage component warnings.

High Voltage Battery - Fire Damage

Discusses toxic vapors and battery cell heating from damage.

Lifting Model S

Lift Areas

Illustrates safe lifting points and areas to avoid.

Opening Model S

Using the Key

Shows key fob buttons for vehicle access.

Opening Doors

Explains unique door handles and manual override.

Opening Rear Doors with No Power

Procedure to open rear doors manually when power is unavailable.

Opening the Trunk

Methods for opening the trunk via switch, touchscreen, or key.

Opening the Hood (Front Trunk)

Instructions for opening the front trunk (frunk) for storage.

High Voltage Labels

High Voltage Labels

Displays examples of vehicle labels associated with high voltage components.