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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Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
Remove nut securing pipe retaining plate to evaporator TXV
(torque 22 Nm).
Remove bolt securing A/C pipe bracket to cross-brace (torque 6
Nm).
Back Rest Assembly - 2nd Row - Executive (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH and RH lower seat cushions (refer to procedure).
On each side of the vehicle, remove the screw that secures the
closeout panel to the seat frame (torque 5 Nm). Remove the panel
from the vehicle.
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