Tesla Model S: Opening and Closing
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Opening and Closing
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Three Types of Keys
Model S supports three types of keys:
Phone key - You can set up your personal phone as a
"phone key" that communicates with Model S using
Bluetooth. A phone key supports automatic locking
and
Key Card
Tesla provides you with two Model S key cards, designed
to fit in your wallet.
To use a key card to unlock or lock Model S, position the
card as shown and tap it against the card reader located
ap
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12V Positive Jump Post (Remove and Replace)
Warning: Before disconnecting the 12 volt power supply,
ensure that driver's door window is fully open. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in vehicle lockout.
Warning: If the 12 volt power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
Parking Brake
To engage the parking brake, touch Controls > Safety >
Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Use the touchscreen to manually release the parking
brake (which also shifts Model S into Neutral):
1. Touch Controls > Safety.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Parking Brake. If
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