About Driver Assistance Driver Assistance Features Note: Model 3 repeats the calibration process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla. These safety features are available on all Tesla vehicles equipped with Driver Assistance Limitations components: • Lane Assist (see Lane Assist on page Many factors can impact the performance of 73). Driver Assistance components, causing them • Collision Avoidance Assist (see Collision to be unable to function as intended. These Avoidance Assist on page 75). include (but are not limited to): • Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page • Poor visibility (due to heavy rain, snow, 78). fog, etc.). • Auto High Beam (see High Beam • Bright light (due to oncoming headlights, Headlights on page 43). direct sunlight, etc.). These convenience features, designed to • Damage or obstructions caused by mud, reduce driver workload, are available only if ice, snow, etc. your Tesla vehicle is equipped with the • Interference or obstruction by object(s) optional Enhanced Autopilot or Full Self- mounted onto the vehicle (such as a bike Driving Capability packages: rack). • Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see Traffic- • Obstruction caused by applying excessive Aware Cruise Control on page 58). paint or adhesive products (such as • Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 63). wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.) onto • Auto Lane Change (see Auto Lane the vehicle. Change on page 66). • Narrow or winding roads. • Autopark (see Autopark on page 68). • A damaged or misaligned bumper. • Interference from other equipment that You can enable/disable Driver Assistance generates ultrasonic waves. features and in some cases, control how they • Extremely hot or cold temperatures. work. To access settings for Driver Assistance Warning: The list above does not features, touch Controls > Driver Assistance. represent an exhaustive list of situations Calibration that may interfere with proper operation of Driver Assistance components. Never Model 3 must maneuver with a great deal of depend on these components to keep precision when Driver Assistance features are you safe. It is the driver's responsibility to being used. Therefore, before some features stay alert, drive safely, and be in control (for example, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or of the vehicle at all times. Autosteer) can be used for the first time, Caution: If a windshield replacement is some cameras must complete a self- needed, take your vehicle to Tesla calibration process. Service. This will ensure appropriate Calibration typically completes after driving handling and mounting of the camera(s). 20-25 miles (32-40 km), but the distance Failure to do so can cause one or more varies depending on road and environmental Driver Assistance features to malfunction. conditions. Driving on a straight road with highly-visible lane lines allows Model 3 to Cleaning Driver Assistance calibrate quicker. When calibration is Components complete, the features are available for use the next time you drive (i.e. you must stop and To ensure the various Driver Assistance shift into Park before you can use the components can provide information that is as features). Contact Tesla if your Model 3 has accurate as possible, keep them clean and free not completed the calibration process after of obstructions or damage. Occasionally driving 100 miles (160 km). remove any buildup of dirt by wiping the Note: If you attempt to use a feature that is components with a soft cloth dampened with not available until the calibration process is warm water. complete, the feature will not be enabled and Caution: Do not use chemical-based or the touchscreen displays a message. abrasive cleaners. Doing so can damage surfaces. 56 Model 3 Owner's Manual