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Tesla Model S: Overview of Steering Yoke Buttons

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Owner's Manual / Driving / Steering Yoke / Overview of Steering Yoke Buttons

Your Model S features stalkless driving in which all controls you need when driving are accessible on the steering yoke.

Steering Yoke

  1. Right turn signal
  2. High beam headlights*
  3. Left turn signal
  4. Left scroll button
  5. Horn
  6. Identifier that is always illuminated to indicate that the right scroll wheel can be used with cruise control
  7. Wipers*
  8. Right scroll button
  9. Voice commands

*The behaviors associated with the buttons for headlight high beams and wipers vary depending on whether you press or press and hold the button. Refer to the corresponding sections in this Owner's Manual for details.

NOTE: Simultaneously holding down both the left and right scroll buttons while Model S is parked causes the touchscreen to restart (see Restarting the Touchscreen).

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