Tesla Model Y: Cold Weather Best Practices
Tesla Model Y (2020-2026) Owner's Manual / Driving / Cold Weather Best Practices
- Before Driving
- Removing Ice From Door Handle
- Applying WD-40 to Door Handle Pivot Pins
- While Driving
- After Driving
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Before Driving
When snow and ice accumulate on your vehicle, moving
parts, such as the door handles, windows, mirrors, and
wipers can freeze in place. To achieve maximum range
and performance, it is helpful to wa
Removing Ice From Door Handle
In severe winter conditions, ice buildup within the door handle can prevent
the door handle from opening. The process for freeing a Model Y door handle is
slightly different than other door handles;
Applying WD-40 to Door Handle Pivot Pins
In severe winter conditions, applying WD-40 to door handle pivot pins can
help prevent ice buildup that might immobilize the handle. Consider applying
WD-40 to the door handle pivot pins if you are
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Emergency Lane Departure
Avoidance
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance automatically
applies steering to avoid a potential collision in
situations where:
Model Y is departing a lane and may collide with a
vehicle traveling in the same direction in the adjacent
lane (regardless of the status of the turn signal).
Model Y is dep
Adjusting Liftgate Opening Height
You can adjust the opening height of the liftgate to
make it easier to reach or to avoid low-hanging ceilings
or objects (for example, a garage door or light):
1. Open the trunk, then manually lower or raise the
liftgate to the desired opening height.
2. Press and hold the button on the undersid
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