book.book Page 2 Friday, July 19, 2013 12:53 PM Disclaimers Disclaimers CDOiscNlaSUimMeErsR INFORMATION • Used for research purposes without Vehicle Telematics/Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with electronic disclosing details of the vehicle owner or modules that monitor and record data from identification information. various vehicle systems, including the motor, • Disclosed to a Tesla affiliated company, Battery, braking and electrical systems. The including their successors or assigns, or our electronic modules record information about information systems and data management various driving and vehicle conditions, providers. including braking, acceleration, trip and other In addition, Tesla does not disclose the data related information regarding your vehicle. recorded to an owner unless it pertains to a These modules also record information about non-warranty repair service and in this case, the vehicle’s features such as charging events will disclose only the data that is related to the and status, the enabling/disabling of various repair. systems, diagnostic trouble codes, VIN, speed, direction and location. Quality Control The data is stored by the vehicle and may be You might notice a few kms on the odometer accessed, used and stored by Tesla service when you take delivery of your Model S. This is technicians during vehicle servicing or a result of a comprehensive testing process periodically transmitted to Tesla wirelessly that ensures the quality of your Model S. through the vehicle’s telematics system. This data may be used by Tesla for various purposes, The testing process includes extensive including, but not limited to: providing you with inspections during and after production. The Tesla telematics services; troubleshooting; final inspection takes place at Tesla Motors and evaluation of your vehicle’s quality, includes a road test conducted by a Tesla functionality and performance; analysis and technician. research by Tesla and its partners for the improvement and design of our vehicles and systems; and as otherwise may be required by law. In servicing your vehicle, we can potentially resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing your vehicle’s data log. Tesla’s telematics system wirelessly transmits vehicle information to Tesla on a periodic basis. The data is used as described above and helps ensure the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Additional Model S features may use your vehicle’s telematics system and the information provided, including features such as charging reminders, software updates, and remote access to, and control of, various systems of your vehicle. Tesla does not disclose the data recorded in your vehicle to any third party except when: • An agreement or consent from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing company for a leased vehicle) is obtained. • Officially requested by the police or other authorities. • Used as a defense for Tesla in a lawsuit. • Ordered by a court of law. 10.2 MODEL S OWNERS MANUAL