Tesla Model Y: Safety & Security Settings
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If Model Y does not detect a key nearby and a locked
door or trunk is opened, an alarm sounds. The
headlights and turn signals also flash. To deactivate the
alarm, press any button on the key fob.
To increase security, you can prevent Model Y from
being driven until a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification
Number) is entered. To enable this setting, touch
Controls > Safety > PIN to Drive
Speed Limit Mode allows you to limit acceleration and
limit the maximum driving speed to a chosen value
between 50 and 120 mph (80 and 193 km/h). The first
time you use this feature, you must creat
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When you open a door to enter Model Y, the touchscreen powers on and you can
operate all controls. To drive Model Y:
Press the brake pedal - Model Y powers on and is ready to drive.
Select a drive mode - move the drive stalk down for Drive or up for
Reverse.
NOTE: If the PIN to Drive feature
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; you can usually remove the ice with
a few forceful bumps to the door handle using the bottom of yo