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
SEE MORE:
Air Line - Air Suspension - Compressor to Valve Block (Remove and Replace)
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection must be
worn when performing this operation.Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Disconnect 12V power.
Rear wheel drive (RWD): Refer to
procedure.
Dual Motor: Refer to pr
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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