book.book Page 3 Friday, July 19, 2013 12:53 PM Instructions for Transporters Instructions for Transporters 2. Press the brake pedal, then on the Use a Flatbed Only Use a flatbed trailer only, unless otherwise touchscreen, touch Controls > E-Brake & specified by Tesla. Do not transport Model S Power Off > Tow Mode. with the tires directly on the ground. When Tow mode is active, Model S displays this indicator light on the instrument panel, along with a message telling you that Model S is free rolling. NOTE: Tow mode cancels when Model S is shifted into Park. CAUTION: If the electrical system is not CAUTION: Damage caused by transporting working, and you therefore cannot is not covered by the warranty. release the electric parking brake, attempt to quick start the 12V battery. For To transport Model S, follow the instructions instructions, call the number noted on the exactly as described next. previous page. If a situation occurs where you cannot disengage the parking brake, use tire Disable Self-Leveling (air skids or transport Model S for the shortest suspension vehicles only) possible distance using wheeled dollies. Before doing so, always check the dolly If Model S is equipped with Active Air manufacturer’s specifications and Suspension, it automatically self-levels, even recommended load capacity. when power is off. To prevent damage, you must activate JACK mode to disable Connect the Tow Chain self-leveling: 1. Touch CONTROLS on the bottom left of the 1. Remove the nose cone. touchscreen. Insert a plastic pry tool into the top right 2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Controls corner, and gently pry the nose cone > Very High to maximize height. towards you. When the clip releases, pull 3. Touch Jack. the nose cone towards you, without When Jack mode is active, twisting or bending it, to release the three ModelS displays this indicator remaining clips. light on the instrument panel, along with a message telling you that active suspension is disabled. NOTE: Jack mode cancels when Model S is driven over 7 km/h. CAUTION: Failure to activate Jack mode can cause Model S to become loose while being transported, resulting in significant damage. Activate Tow Mode Model S automatically shifts into Park CAUTION: Do not use a metal object whenever you open the door to exit, even if you (such as a screwdriver). Doing so can shifted into Neutral. To keep Model S in Neutral damage the nose cone and the (which disengages the parking brake), you surrounding area. must activate tow mode: 1. Shift into Park. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 9.3