Tesla Model Y: Controls - Overview
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Touch Controls on the bottom
corner of
the touchscreen to control features and
customize Model Y to suit your
preferences. The Controls screen appears
over the map. Touch an option on the
Controls screen to display the various
settings and options associated with the
chosen option. Swipe to close.
NOTE: You can also access Controls by touching anywhere on the side of the touchscreen closest to the driver and swiping open.
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When an information icon
displays beside
a specific setting, touch it to display a
popup that provides helpful details about
the associated setting.
NOTE: Many vehicle controls, settings, and preferences (such as climate, media, and navigation) can be adjusted hands-free using voice commands (see Voice Commands).
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- List of available settings. When you select an item from this list, its associated settings display on the right side of the screen.
- Settings area. The options available for the chosen settings display here, and are described next.
If the touchscreen is unresponsive or demonstrates unusual behavior, you can restart it (see Restarting the Touchscreen).
Shortcuts and Frequently Used Settings
When you touch Controls, the touchscreen displays the following shortcuts and frequently used settings:
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- Create and access driver profiles
- Display alerts and access settings for HomeLink, Bluetooth and networks
- Commonly used controls
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Pedals & Steering
Acceleration Adjust the amount of acceleration. Chill
limits acceleration for a slightly smoother and gentler
ride, whereas Sport provides the normal level of
acceleration. (See Acceleration Modes)
Autopilot
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with all Autopilot
features described below.
Customize how some of
Locks
Keys: You can see all the keys used for Model Y and their
associated driver profiles. You can add, delete, and
change the driver profile associated with each key (see
Driver Profiles).
Window Lock
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Attaching Upper Tether Straps
If an upper tether strap is provided, attach its hook to
the anchor point located on the back of the second and
third row (if equipped) seats.
NOTE: The location of anchor points may not be readily
visible but can be found by identifying a slice in the
seat's material.
WARNING: Tighten upper tet
Vehicle Labeling
It is important to understand your vehicle's original tire
sizes and pressures, and the GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).
This information can be found on two labels attached to Model Y.
Both labels are visible on the door pillar when the front door is open.
