Tesla Model S: Instructions for Transporters
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Roadside Assistance / Instructions for Transporters
- Do Not Transport with Wheels On the Ground
- Approved Methods for Transporting
- Disable the Self-Leveling Air Suspension System
- Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Front (Using Tow Eye)
- Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear (Using Tow Eye)
- Pull onto the Flatbed Truck From Front (Without Tow Eye)
- If Vehicle Has No Power
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Do Not Transport with Wheels On the Ground
The front and rear motors in Model S generate power
when the wheels spin. Always transport Model S with all
four tires off the ground. Ensure that the tires are unable
to spin at any time during tr
Approved Methods for Transporting
A flatbed truck or comparable transport vehicle is the
recommended method of transporting Model S. The
vehicle can face either direction when using a flatbed.
If Model S must be transported without
Disable the Self-Leveling Air
Suspension System
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to use the
touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
Your Model S is equipped with an air suspension system
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Driveshaft Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1057312-00-A
Axle Extractor
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jac
Charging Status
Charging status displays on the instrument panel when the charge port door is
open.
Time remaining: The estimated time remaining to charge to your set
limit.
NOTE: When charging to 100%, the vehicle may continue to charge with
low power when charging is displayed as
complete. This is ex
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