Tesla Model Y: Activate Transport Mode
Transport Mode keeps the parking brake disengaged while winching Model Y onto a flatbed truck. When active, Transport Mode displays a message indicating that the vehicle will remain free-rolling. The following are required to enable Transport Mode:
- Low voltage power. You are unable to use the touchscreen to activate Transport Mode if Model Y has no power.
- Model Y must detect a key. Transport Mode is available only when a key is detected.
To activate Transport Mode:
1. Ensure the vehicle is in Park.
2. Chock the tires and make sure Model Y is secure.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal, and then on the touchscreen, touch Controls > Service > Towing. The touchscreen displays a message reminding you how to properly transport Model Y.
4. Press and hold the Transport Mode button until it turns blue. Model Y is now free-rolling and can slowly be rolled (no faster than walking speed) for short distances or winched.
To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model Y into Park.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a low voltage Lead-Acid Battery (see Jump Starting the Low Voltage Battery): Transport Mode may cancel if Model Y loses low voltage power after Transport Mode is enabled.
CAUTION: If the electrical system is not working, and you therefore cannot use the touchscreen to activate Transport Mode, use self-loading dollies or tire skates. Before doing so, always check the manufacturer's specifications and recommended loading capacity.
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Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Front
NOTE: If Model Y has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or use the touchscreen.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle
onto a flatbed truck
Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear
NOTE: If Model Y has no low voltage power, you need an external low
voltage power supply to open the hood or use the touchscreen.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle
onto a flatbed truck
Jump Starting the Low Voltage Battery
If jump starting Model Y using another vehicle, refer to that vehicle
manufacturer's instructions. The following instructions assume you are using an
external low voltage power supply (such as a por
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Factors Affecting Energy
Consumption
While driving:
Elevated driving speed.
Environmental conditions such as cold or hot weather
and wind.
Using climate controls to heat or cool the cabin.
Uphill travel: Driving uphill requires more energy and
depletes range at a faster rate. However, driving
downhill allows your vehicle to
Passive Locking and Unlocking
Locking and unlocking Model Y with your key fob is conveniently hands-free.
Although you must be carrying a paired key fob, there is no need to use it.
Model Y has sensors around the vehicle that can recognize the presence of a key
fob within a range of approximately six feet (two meters). Theref
