Tesla Model Y: Cleaning the Interior
Frequently inspect and clean the interior to maintain its appearance and to prevent premature wear. If possible, immediately wipe up spills and remove marks. For general cleaning, wipe interior surfaces using a soft cloth (such as microfiber) dampened with a mixture of warm water and mild non-detergent cleaner (test all cleaners on a concealed area before use). To avoid streaks, dry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
Interior Glass
Do not scrape, or use any abrasive cleaning fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces. This can damage the reflective surface of the mirror and the heating elements in the rear window.
Airbags
Do not allow any substance to enter an airbag cover. This could affect correct operation.
Dashboard and Plastic Surfaces
Do not polish the upper surfaces of the dashboard. Polished surfaces are reflective and could interfere with your driving view.
Seats
Wipe spills and chemical residues from interior surfaces as soon as possible using a soft cloth moistened with warm water and non-detergent soap. Wipe gently in a circular motion. Then wipe dry using a soft, lint-free cloth.
Although seating surfaces are designed to repel stains, Tesla recommends regular cleaning to maintain performance and an as-new appearance. Promptly treat dye transfer from clothing, such as indigo-dyed denim. Avoid contact with harsh chemicals, including certain cosmetics. Never use cleaners containing alcohol or bleach. Spot-test cleaners on an inconspicuous area before applying to visible surfaces.
Vacuum cloth seats as needed to remove any loose dirt.
CAUTION: Aftermarket, non-Tesla seat covers may inhibit the sensitivity of a seat's occupancy sensors and may cause staining or damage.
Carpets
Avoid over-wetting carpets. For heavily soiled areas, use a diluted upholstery cleaner.
Seat Belts
Extend the belts to wipe. Do not use any type of detergent or chemical cleaning agent. Allow the belts to dry naturally while extended, preferably away from direct sunlight.
Door Seals
Wipe door seals with a damp cloth to remove any debris. Excessive debris on the door seals can cause paint damage when contacting surrounding surfaces. Avoid using alcohol wipes or any chemical products that can potentially deteriorate the coating on the door seals.
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Touchscreen
Clean the touchscreen and instrument panel using a soft
lint-free cloth specifically designed to clean monitors
and displays. Do not use cleaners (such as a glass
cleaner) or alcohol-based gel prod
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body
Repair
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body, you
can occasionally treat the paint surfaces with an
approved polish containing:
Very mild abrasive to remove surface contamination
without remo
Using a Car Cover
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when
Model Y is not being used, use a genuine Tesla car cover.
Car covers can be purchased from Tesla. See Parts and
Accessories.
CAUTION: Use only
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Adjusting the Front Vents
Model Y has a unique horizontal face-level vent that spans the width of the
dashboard. Using the touchscreen, you can pinpoint exactly where you want to
direct the air flowing from this vent when heating or cooling the front cabin
area.
Driver vent and controls
Passenger vent and controls
Trailer Mode
Trailer Mode must always be active when towing a trailer. When you connect a
trailer's electrical connection while the vehicle is in Park, Model Y
automatically engages Trailer Mode. When you disconnect the trailer's electrical
connection, Trailer Mode does not automatically disengage. To manuall
