Tesla Model S: Cold Weather Best Practices
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Owner's Manual / Driving / Cold Weather Best Practices
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Before Driving
When snow and ice accumulate on your vehicle, moving
parts, such as the door handles, windows, mirrors, and
wipers can freeze in place. To achieve maximum range
and performance, it is helpful to wa
While Driving
Cold weather can increase energy consumption because
more power is required for driving, cabin and Battery
heating. Follow these suggestions to reduce energy
consumption:
Use seat heaters to keep
After Driving
Leave Model S plugged in when not in use. This uses the
charging system, rather than the Battery itself, to keep
the Battery warm (see High Voltage Battery Information).
Scheduled Departure
When par
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PIN to Drive
To increase security, you can prevent Model S from
being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification
Number) is entered. To enable this setting, touch
Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive and follow the on-
screen prompts to create a driving PIN.
When enabled, in addition to entering t
Condenser - Gas Cool (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front aero shield panel (refer to procedure)
Remove front LH wheel arch liner (refer to procedure)
Remove bolts (x2) securing front bumper panel support bar and
remove (torque 11 Nm).
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