Tesla Model S: Safety & Security Settings
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Using the Touchscreen / Safety & Security Settings
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About the Security System
If Model S does not detect a key nearby and a locked
door or trunk is opened, an alarm sounds. The
headlights and turn signals also flash. To deactivate the
alarm, press any button on the key fob.
PIN to Drive
To increase security, you can prevent Model S from
being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification
Number) is entered. To enable this setting, touch
Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive
Speed Limit Mode
Speed Limit Mode allows you to limit acceleration and
limit the maximum driving speed to a chosen value
between 50 and 120 mph (80 and 193 km/h). The first
time you use this feature, you must creat
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Electrical Precautions
General
Avoid getting grease on electrical components and connectors. Grease
collects dirt, which can cause electrical tracking (short-circuits) or
high resistance.
Handle printed circuit boards at an electrostatic
discharge (ESD) work station only. Hold printed circuit boards by the
e
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 used to jump start
another vehicle. Doing so can result in damage.
NOTE: If jump starting Model S usi
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