Instructions for Transporters When Transporting Model 3 skates. Do not allow the tires to turn without Transport Mode enabled. Always transport Model 3 with all four tires off Note: Tesla is not responsible for any damage the ground. A flatbed truck or comparable caused by transporting Model 3, including transport vehicle is recommended. A wheel lift personal or property damage caused by using and dolly can be used only when transporting self-loading dollies or tire skates. Model 3 for a maximum of 15 miles (25 km), provided the driving speed does not exceed Warning: Model 3 is equipped with high 45 mph (70 km/h). When transporting, voltage components (see High Voltage whether on a flatbed truck or using a wheel Components on page 103). Before lift and dolly, Model 3 can face either direction. transporting Model 3 as a result of an Do not transport Model 3 using any other event (such as a collision) that may have method unless specified by Tesla. Follow the compromised a high voltage component, steps provided and observe all warnings and it is important to assume that these cautions. Damage caused by transporting your components are energized. Always follow vehicle is not covered by the warranty. high voltage safety precautions (wearing Note: The following illustrations are for personal protective equipment, etc.) until emergency response professionals have demonstration purposes only. evaluated the vehicle and can accurately confirm that all high voltage systems are no longer energized. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Activate Transport Mode Transport Mode keeps Model 3 in Neutral (which disengages the parking brake) while preventing damage to the rear motor as the wheels turn when pulling Model 3 onto a Never tow Model 3 with the tires contacting flatbed truck. The following are required to the ground, even for short distances. Doing so enable Transport Mode: can cause significant damage. In addition, • 12V power is required. You are unable to before pulling Model 3 onto a flatbed truck, use the touchscreen to activate Transport you must use the touchscreen to enable Mode if Model 3 has no 12V power. See Transport Mode. Transport Mode keeps Model Jump Starting the 12V Battery on page 3 in Neutral, allowing the tires to turn freely. 148 for instructions on how to jump start Transport Mode also prevents damage that the 12V battery. would be caused when the tires turn as you • Model 3 must detect a valid key pull Model 3 onto a flatbed truck. Do not (authenticated smartphone or key card). If attempt to use Transport Mode to tow Model 3 a key is not detected, the Transport Mode with the tires on the ground. Transport Mode button on the touchscreen is grayed out. can prevent damage only when used for a See Keys on page 6. limited time and speed, and for a very short distance, such as when you pull Model 3 onto To activate Transport Mode: a flatbed truck. If you are unable to activate 1. Shift into Park. Transport Mode, you must use self-loading 2. Chock the tires or otherwise ensure Model dollies or tire skates to prevent the tires from turning as you pull Model 3 onto a flatbed 3 is stable. truck. 3. Press and hold the brake pedal, then on Warning: TOWING MODEL 3 WITH THE the touchscreen touch Controls > TIRES CONTACTING THE GROUND CAN Service > Towing. A message displays CAUSE OVERHEATING AND DAMAGE TO reminding you of how to properly THE REAR MOTOR. transport Model 3. 4. Hold the Transport Mode button until it Warning: To prevent damage and turns blue. Model 3 is now free-rolling and overheating of the rear motor when can be rolled or winched. rolling or winching Model 3 onto a flatbed To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model 3 into truck, you must either enable Transport Park. Mode or use self-loading dollies or tire 146 Model 3 Owner's Manual