Tesla Model S: Examples of Correct and Incorrect
Seating Positions
Correct seating position:
![Airbags](images/books/2391/index.63.png)
Incorrect seating position - the passenger's feet must be on the floor:
![Airbags](images/books/2391/index.64.png)
Incorrect seating position - the passenger must not
slide forward on the seat cushion:
![Airbags](images/books/2391/index.65.png)
Incorrect seating position - the passenger must not
recline the backrest to a laying down position when the
vehicle is moving:
![Airbags](images/books/2391/index.66.png)
Inflation Effects
WARNING: When airbags inflate, a fine powder is
released. This powder can irritate the skin and
should be thoroughly flushed from the eyes and
from any cuts or abrasions.
After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide a gradual
cushioning effect for the occupants and to ensure the
driver's forward vision is not obscured.
If airbags have inflated, or if your vehicle has been in a
collision, always have the airbags, seat belt pre-
tensioners and any associated components checked
and, if necessary, replaced by Tesla.
In a collision, in addition to the airbags inflating:
- Doors unlock, and the door handles extend.
- Hazard warning lights turn on.
- Interior lights turn on.
- High voltage is disabled (you must contact Tesla
Service to restore high voltage power).
- Seat belt pretensioners retract the seat belt anchor
and seat belt webbing.
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The airbag indicator on the
instrument
cluster remains lit if the airbag system is
malfunctioning. The only time this indicator
should light up is briefly when Model S first
powers up, in which c
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Removal
Ensure that the front road wheels are in the straight ahead
position.
Fully extend the column and centralize tilt.
Remove the steering wheel (refer to procedure).
Carefully rock the controller module 2-3 degrees back and forth
to break the bond between the module
An illuminated interior release button inside the front
trunk allows a person locked inside to get out.
Press the interior release button to open the front trunk,
then push up on the hood.
NOTE: The interior release button glows following a brief
exposure to ambient light.
WARNING: People shou