Park Assist How Park Assist Works Visual and Audio Feedback Model 3 has several sensors designed to When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist detect the presence of objects. When moving view displays on the touchscreen, showing slowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when objects that are in close proximity to the front parking), the sensors alert you if an object is and rear of Model 3. This view closes when detected in close proximity to the front or rear you shift into Drive unless an object is of your Model 3. detected close to the front of Model 3, in The sensors are activated when driving slower which case the Park Assist view closes than 5 mph (8 km/h). automatically when your driving speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h). When reversing, visual feedback also displays on the touchscreen, immediately below the camera view (see Rear View Camera on page 53). You can manually close the park assist view on the touchscreen by touching the X in the upper left corner. When driving with the Camera app displayed on the touchscreen, you can switch to the Park Assist view when driving at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h). Touch the button located in Warning: Never depend on Park Assist to the upper left corner of the Camera app inform you if an area you are approaching window. This is useful if you need assistance is free of objects and/or people. Several with parallel parking. external factors can reduce the If chimes are turned on (see Controlling performance of Park Assist, causing Audible Feedback on page 49), an audible either no readings or false readings (see beep sounds as you approach an object. You Limitations and False Warnings on page can temporarily mute the chime by pressing 50). Therefore, depending on Park Assist the scroll button on the left side of the to determine if Model 3 is approaching an steering wheel or by touching the mute button obstruction can result in damage to the located on the bottom left corner of the Park vehicle and/or objects, and can Assist view. potentially cause serious injury. Always Note: If a sensor is unable to provide inspect the area with your own eyes. feedback, the touchscreen displays an alert When reversing, perform shoulder checks message. and use all mirrors. Park assist does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, Caution: Keep sensors clean from dirt, animals, or objects that are moving, debris, snow, and ice. Avoid using a high protruding, located too far above or pressure power washer on the sensors below the sensors, or too close or too far and do not clean a sensor with a sharp or from the sensors. Park Assist is for abrasive object that can scratch or guidance purposes only and is not damage its surface. intended to replace your own direct visual Caution: Do not install accessories or checks. It is not a substitute for careful stickers on or near the parking sensors. driving. Controlling Audible Feedback You can use Park Assist with or without audible feedback. To turn chimes on or off, touch Controls > Safety & Security > Park Assist Chimes. You can also mute the chimes temporarily by pressing the scroll button on the left side of the steering wheel or by touching the mute button in the bottom left corner of the Park Assist view. The chimes are muted until you shift into a different gear or drive over 5 mph (8 km/h). Driving 49