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Tesla Model S: Cold Weather Best Practices

Tesla Model S (2012-2026) 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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 Limitations and Inaccuracies

Lane Assist features cannot always detect lane markings and you may experience unnecessary or invalid warnings in these situations: Visibility is poor and lane markings are not clearly visible (due to heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.). The exact detection zone of the ultrasonic sensors varies d

 Boombox

NOTE: Boombox is available only on vehicles equipped with the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS). Boombox, an app in Toybox, uses the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) speaker to play media externally when Model S is parked. You can customize sounds by plugging in a specifically-formatted USB drive,

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