Tesla Model Y: Folding Third Row Seat Backs (7-seater only)
To fold a third row seat, first ensure that the head support is fully down as shown (see Head Supports). Then press the button located in the top corner of the seat back and fold the backrest downward.
NOTE: To return the seat backs to the upright position, pull the seat back upward until it latches into place. Try pulling the backrest forward to confirm that it is securely latched in the upright position.
NOTE: Before folding the seat backs, remove any items from the seats and the footwell. To allow the backrests to fold completely flat, you may need to move the second row seats forward.
NOTE: Driving with the third row backrests folded forward may result in increased perceivable noise and/or vibration coming from the rear of the vehicle (trunk, suspension, etc.).
WARNING: Always ensure the seat backrests are locked in their upright position before travel. Failure to do so increases the risk of injury.
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Head Supports
The front seats include integrated head supports that you can not adjust.
The second row outboard seats include an adjustable head support that you can
raise, lower, or remove. When either of these s
Removing/Installing a Head Support
All head supports in the second and third
row (if equipped) seating positions can be removed. To remove a head support:
1. Fully raise the head support by pulling
it upward.
2. Press and hold the bu
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Stop Signs and Road Markings
When driving with Autosteer or Traffic-aware Cruise Control engaged, and
Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control
enabled, Model Y is designed to respond as follows when approaching
intersections controlled by stop signs, stop
lines, or road markings:
No Traffic Control
Arm of T-junction
M
Flat Spots
If Model Y is stationary for a long period, tires can form
flat spots. When Model Y is driven, these flat spots
cause a vibration which gradually disappears as the tires
warm up and regain their original shape.
To minimize flat spots during storage, inflate tires to the
maximum pressure indicat
