Tesla Model S: Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Front (Using Tow Eye)
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an external low voltage power supply to open the hood or use the touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow eye. Using the chassis, frame, or suspension components to pull the vehicle can result in damage.
1. Locate the tow eye. The tow eye is located in the front trunk.
2. Release the front tow eye cover by pressing firmly on its top right perimeter until it pivots inward, then gently pulling the raised section toward you.
NOTE: The front tow eye cover is connected to the vehicle's black negative (-) terminal.
3. Fully insert the tow eye into the opening, then turn it counter-clockwise until securely fastened.
4. Attach the winch cable to the tow eye.
CAUTION: Before pulling, make sure the tow eye is securely tightened.
5. Activate Transport Mode.
6. Pull Model S slowly onto the flatbed truck.
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Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear
(Using Tow Eye)
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a hitch re
Pull onto the Flatbed Truck From
Front (Without Tow Eye)
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle
onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow
eye. Using the chassis, frame, or suspension
components to pull the vehicle can result in
If Vehicle Has No Power
If Model S has no low voltage power, perform the
following steps to open the hood or jump start the
auxiliary low voltage battery.
Jump Starting the Low Voltage Battery
CAUTION: Model S cannot be us
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Troubleshooting
Charging does not start. The green "Ready" light in the software
application is dimmed.
Check that the HV power supply is plugged in and turned
on.
Check the connections at the rear of the
charger/interface control box.
Discharging does not start.
Heater - PTC (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
