Tesla MODEL 3 2020 User manual

MODEL 3
OWNER'S MANUAL
Software version: 2020.36.10
Europe

How It Works
Your Model 3 includes the following Autopilot components that actively monitor the
surrounding roadway:
1. A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
2. Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers.
3. A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
4. Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above the rear view mirror.
5. A camera is mounted to each front fender.
6. Radar is mounted behind the front bumper.
Model 3 is also equipped with high precision electronically-assisted braking and steering
systems.
NOTE: Ensure all cameras and sensors are clean before each drive. See Cleaning Cameras and
Sensors on page 108 for more information. Unclean cameras and sensors, as well as
environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, can aect Autopilot
performance.
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Features
These safety features are available on all
Model 3 vehicles:
• Lane Assist (see Lane Assist on page
143).
• Collision Avoidance Assist (see Collision
Avoidance Assist on page 146).
• Speed Assist (see Speed Assist on page
150).
• Auto High Beam (see High Beam
Headlights on page 67).
These Autopilot convenience features are
designed to reduce driver workload:
• Trac-Aware Cruise Control (see Trac-
Aware Cruise Control on page 109)
• Autosteer (see Autosteer on page 116)
• Auto Lane Change (see Auto Lane
Change on page 118)
• Autopark (see Autopark on page 133)
• Summon (see Summon on page 135)
• Smart Summon (Smart Summon on page
139)
• Navigate on Autopilot (see Navigate on
Autopilot on page 121)
• Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning (see
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning on
page 119)
• Trac Light and Stop Sign Control (see
Trac Light and Stop Sign Control on
page 124).
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and
software version, your vehicle may not be
equipped with all Autopilot features.
You can enable/disable some of these
features and in some cases, control how they
work. To access settings, touch Controls >
Autopilot.
Drive to Calibrate Cameras
Model 3 must maneuver with a great deal of
precision when Autopilot features are being
used. Therefore, before some features (for
example, Trac-Aware Cruise Control or
Autosteer) can be used for the first time or
after certain Service repairs, the cameras
must complete a self-calibration process. For
your convenience, a progress indicator is
displayed on the touchscreen.
Calibration typically completes after driving
20-25 miles (32-40 km), but the distance
varies depending on road and environmental
conditions. Driving on a straight road with
highly-visible lane lines allows Model 3 to
calibrate quicker. When calibration is
complete, the Autopilot features are available
for use. Contact Tesla only if your Model 3 has
not completed the calibration process after
driving 100 miles (160 km).
NOTE: If you attempt to use a feature that is
not available until the calibration process is
complete, the feature will not be enabled and
the touchscreen displays a message.
NOTE: Model 3 must repeat the calibration
process if the cameras are serviced by Tesla,
and in some cases, after a software update.
NOTE: If the cameras have moved out of their
calibrated position (for example, due to a
camera or windshield replacement), the
calibration can be cleared by touching
Controls > Service > Camera Calibration >
Clear Calibration. Once the calibration has
been cleared, the self-driving calibration drive
must be performed again.
Limitations
Many factors can impact the performance of
Autopilot components, causing them to be
unable to function as intended. These include
(but are not limited to):
• Poor visibility (due to heavy rain, snow,
fog, etc.).
• Bright light (due to oncoming headlights,
direct sunlight, etc.).
• Damage or obstructions caused by mud,
ice, snow, etc.
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• Interference or obstruction by object(s)
mounted onto the vehicle (such as a bike
rack).
• Obstruction caused by applying excessive
paint or adhesive products (such as
wraps, stickers, rubber coating, etc.) onto
the vehicle.
• Narrow or winding roads.
• A damaged or misaligned bumper.
• Interference from other equipment that
generates ultrasonic waves.
• Extremely hot or cold temperatures.
WARNING: The list above does not
represent an exhaustive list of
situations that may interfere with
proper operation of Autopilot
components. Never depend on these
components to keep you safe. It is the
driver's responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely, and be in control of the
vehicle at all times.
CAUTION: If a windshield replacement
is needed, take your vehicle to Tesla
Service. This will ensure appropriate
handling and mounting of the
camera(s). Failure to do so can cause
one or more Autopilot features to
malfunction.
Cleaning Cameras and Sensors
To ensure the various Autopilot components
can provide information that is as accurate as
possible, keep them clean and free of
obstructions, condensation, or damage.
Occasionally remove any buildup of dirt by
wiping the components with a soft cloth
dampened with warm water.
Condensation can form inside the camera
enclosures, especially if you park your vehicle
outside in cold or wet conditions. The
touchscreen may display an alert stating that
a camera is blocked and that some or all
Autopilot features may be temporarily
restricted until the camera vision is clear. To
proactively dry the condensation,
precondition the cabin by setting it to a warm
temperature, turning the windshield defroster
on, and directing the front air vents toward
the door pillars (see Mobile App on page
191).
CAUTION: Do not use chemical-based
or abrasive cleaners. Doing so can
damage surfaces.
CAUTION: Avoid using a high-pressure
power washer.
CAUTION: Do not clean an ultrasonic
sensor or camera lens with a sharp or
abrasive object that can scratch or
damage its surface.
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NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and
software version, your vehicle may not be
equipped with Trac-Aware Cruise Control. If
your vehicle is not equipped, refer to the
owner's manual on your vehicle's touchscreen
for instructions on how to use Cruise Control.
NOTE: Trac-Aware Cruise Control is a BETA
feature.
Trac-Aware Cruise Control (if equipped)
uses the forward looking cameras and the
radar sensor to determine when there is a
vehicle in front of you in the same lane. If the
area in front of Model 3 is clear, Trac-Aware
Cruise Control maintains a set driving speed.
When a vehicle is detected, Trac-Aware
Cruise Control is designed to slow down
Model 3 as needed to maintain a selected
time-based distance from the vehicle in front,
up to the set speed. Trac-Aware Cruise
Control does not eliminate the need to watch
the road in front of you and to manually apply
the brakes when needed.
Trac-Aware Cruise Control is primarily
intended for driving on dry, straight roads,
such as highways and freeways. It should not
be used on city streets.
CAUTION: Ensure all cameras and
sensors are clean before each drive.
Unclean cameras and sensors, as well
as environmental conditions such as
rain and faded lane markings, can
aect Autopilot performance.
WARNING: Trac-Aware Cruise
Control is designed for your driving
comfort and convenience and is not a
collision warning or avoidance system.
It is your responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely, and be in control of the
vehicle at all times. Never depend on
Trac-Aware Cruise Control to
adequately slow down Model 3.
Always watch the road in front of you
and be prepared to take corrective
action at all times. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Although Trac-Aware
Cruise Control is capable of detecting
pedestrians and cyclists, never depend
on Trac-Aware Cruise Control to
adequately slow Model 3 down for
them. Always watch the road in front
of you and be prepared to take
corrective action at all times. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING: Do not use Trac-Aware
Cruise Control on city streets or on
roads where trac conditions are
constantly changing.
WARNING: Do not use Trac-Aware
Cruise Control on winding roads with
sharp curves, on icy or slippery road
surfaces, or when weather conditions
(such as heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.)
make it inappropriate to drive at a
consistent speed. Trac-Aware Cruise
Control does not adapt driving speed
based on road and driving conditions.
To Use Trac-Aware Cruise
Control
To use Trac-Aware Cruise Control, you must
be driving at least 18 mph (30 km/h), unless a
vehicle is detected ahead of you. If a vehicle
is detected ahead of you, you can use Trac-
Aware Cruise Control at any speed, even
when stationary, provided Model 3 is at least
5 feet (150 cm) behind the detected vehicle.
When Trac-Aware Cruise
Control is available but is
not actively cruising at a
specified set speed, the
touchscreen displays a
gray speedometer icon
below your current driving
speed. The number shown
in gray is your current
driving speed, or the
speed limit that is being
determined by Speed
Assist (see Controlling
Speed Assist on page
150), whichever is
greater. If you engage
Trac-Aware Cruise
Control, this is the cruising
speed that will be set.
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NOTE: On roads where the map data
determines that a conditional speed limit
exists (for example, a speed limit based on
time of day or weather conditions), a second
speed limit displays below the first speed
limit. It is the driver's responsibility to
determine whether the conditional speed
limit is currently in eect and adjust the
driving speed accordingly.
Set the Cruising Speed
To set the cruising speed, move the drive
stalk fully down once then release. This sets
the cruising speed to the detected speed limit
(plus any oset you've specified using Speed
Assist as described in Controlling Speed
Assist on page 150) or your current driving
speed, whichever is greater.
Release the accelerator pedal to allow Trac-
Aware Cruise Control to maintain your
cruising speed.
When the cruising speed
is set, the speedometer
icon on the touchscreen
turns blue and displays
the set cruising speed.
NOTE: Moving the gear level fully down twice
in quick succession engages Autosteer
(assuming it has been enabled as described in
Autosteer on page 116) and the set speed
changes to either your current driving speed,
or the current set speed (displayed in the
icon), whichever is greater.
NOTE: The minimum speed you can set is
18 mph (30 km/h) and the maximum is 90
mph (150 km/h). It is the driver's
responsibility to cruise at a safe speed based
on road conditions and speed limits.
WARNING: When cruising at the
speed limit, the cruising speed does
not change when the speed limit
changes. If your driving speed is at or
below the new speed limit, move the
drive stalk up to cancel Trac-Aware
Cruise Control, then move it back
down again to re-initiate and cruise at
the new speed limit. You can also
manually adjust your cruising speed
(see Changing the Set Speed on page
111).
WARNING: Do not rely on Trac-
Aware Cruise Control or Speed Assist
to determine an accurate or
appropriate cruising speed. Always
cruise at a safe speed based on road
conditions and applicable speed limits.
Cruising at the Set Speed
Trac-Aware Cruise Control maintains your
set cruising speed whenever a vehicle is not
detected in front of Model 3. When cruising
behind a detected vehicle, Trac-Aware
Cruise Control accelerates and decelerates
Model 3 as needed to maintain a chosen
following distance (see Adjust the Following
Distance on page 113), up to the set speed.
Trac-Aware Cruise Control also adjusts the
cruising speed when entering and exiting
curves.
You can manually accelerate at any time when
cruising at a set speed, but when you release
the accelerator, Trac-Aware Cruise Control
resumes cruising at the set speed.
NOTE: When Trac-Aware Cruise Control is
actively slowing down Model 3 to maintain
the selected distance from the vehicle ahead,
brake lights turn on to alert other road users
that you are slowing down. You may notice
slight movement of the brake pedal. However,
when Trac-Aware Cruise Control is
accelerating Model 3, the accelerator pedal
does not move.
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WARNING: Trac-Aware Cruise
Control may occasionally cause Model
3 to brake when not required or when
you are not expecting it. This can be
caused by closely following a vehicle
ahead, detecting vehicles or objects in
adjacent lanes (especially on curves),
etc.
WARNING: Due to limitations inherent
in the onboard GPS (Global
Positioning System), you may
experience situations in which Trac-
Aware Cruise Control slows down the
vehicle, especially near highway exits
where a curve is detected and/or you
are actively navigating to a destination
and not following the route.
WARNING: Trac-Aware Cruise
Control cannot detect all objects and,
especially in situations when you are
driving over 50 mph (80 km/h), may
not brake/decelerate when a vehicle
or object is only partially in the driving
lane or when a vehicle you are
following moves out of your driving
path and a stationary or slow-moving
vehicle or object is in front of you.
Always pay attention to the road
ahead and stay prepared to take
immediate corrective action.
Depending on Trac-Aware Cruise
Control to avoid a collision can result
in serious injury or death. In addition,
Trac-Aware Cruise Control may react
to vehicles or objects that either do
not exist or are not in the lane of
travel, causing Model 3 to slow down
unnecessarily or inappropriately.
WARNING: Trac-Aware Cruise
Control may be unable to provide
adequate speed control because of
limited braking capability and hills. It
can also misjudge the distance from a
vehicle ahead. Driving downhill can
increase driving speed, causing Model
3 to exceed your set speed (and
potentially the road's speed limit).
Never depend on Trac-Aware Cruise
Control to slow down the vehicle
enough to prevent a collision. Always
keep your eyes on the road when
driving and be prepared to take
corrective action as needed.
Depending on Trac-Aware Cruise
Control to slow the vehicle down
enough to prevent a collision can
result in serious injury or death.
Passing Vehicles in Non-Passing
Lanes
If traveling 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster,
Trac-Aware Cruise Control requires that you
be in a passing lane in order to pass a vehicle.
If you are in a non-passing lane (to the right
of a vehicle in right-hand trac, or to the left
of a vehicle in left-hand trac), Trac-Aware
Cruise Control prevents you from passing
other vehicles. Instead, Model 3 slows down
to match the vehicle’s speed as if it were in
the same lane as your vehicle. If you press the
accelerator pedal to pass the vehicle, Trac-
Aware Cruise Control allows you to pass
vehicles in the non-passing lane until you
either change lanes or cancel and resume
cruising (it then prevents you from passing
vehicles in a non-passing lane again).
NOTE: You are responsible for complying with
all local laws regarding passing other road
users and the utilization of non-passing lanes.
Changing the Set Speed
To change the set speed while using Trac-
Aware Cruise Control, roll the right scroll
wheel up (to increase) or down (to decrease)
the set speed until your desired set speed is
displayed. Slowly rolling the scroll wheel
changes the set speed in 1 mph (1 km/h)
increments and quickly rolling the scroll
wheel changes the set speed to the closest
5 mph (5 km/h) increment.
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You can also use the touchscreen to change
the set speed by touching the plus (+) or
minus (-) next to the displayed set speed. A
quick tap changes the set speed by 1 mph (1
km/h) and a press and hold changes the set
speed to the closest 5 mph (5 km/h)
increment. To increase/decrease to the next
increment, you must release the plus (+) or
minus (-) then press it again.
When the touchscreen is displaying the
currently detected speed limit, you can touch
this speed limit to set the cruising speed to
the speed limit (plus any oset you've
specified using Speed Assist).
NOTE: It may take a few seconds for Model 3
to reach the new cruising speed, assuming
Model 3 does not detect a vehicle ahead
driving slower than your set speed.
HOLD State
When following a vehicle, Trac-Aware
Cruise Control remains active at low speeds,
even when Model 3 comes to a full stop.
When the vehicle is moving again, Trac-
Aware Cruise Control resumes operating at
the set speed. However, under the following
circumstances, Trac-Aware Cruise Control
goes into a HOLD state, in which case, you
need to briefly press the accelerator pedal to
resume cruising. When the HOLD status is
active, the touchscreen displays the HOLD
icon and a message that indicates that you
need to resume cruise control. The following
circumstances can cause Trac-Aware Cruise
Control to go into the HOLD state:
• Model 3 has been at a standstill for 5
minutes.
• Model 3 detects a pedestrian (the HOLD
state may clear when the pedestrian is no
longer detected).
• Model 3 suddenly loses visibility of the
vehicle in front of you.
• The ultrasonic sensors detect an obstacle
in front of Model 3.
Cruising Near or On Freeway
Exits
When cruising near an exit on a controlled
access road (such as a highway or freeway)
and engaging the turn signal toward the exit,
Trac-Aware Cruise Control assumes you are
exiting and begins to slow down the vehicle. If
you do not drive onto the exit, Trac-Aware
Cruise Control resumes cruising at the set
speed. In a region with right hand trac, this
occurs only when you engage the right turn
signal when driving in the right-most lane
within 164 feet (50 meters) of an exit.
Likewise in regions with left hand trac;
when engaging the left turn signal when
driving in the left-most lane within 164 feet
(50 meters) of an exit.
When cruising onto an on-ramp to a
controlled access road (such as a highway or
freeway), Trac-Aware Cruise Control
automatically adjusts the set cruising speed
to the speed limit of the highway, plus any
oset you have specified (see Speed Assist
on page 150).
NOTE: The onboard Global Positioning
System (GPS) determines if you are driving in
a region with right or left hand trac. In
situations where GPS data is unavailable (for
example, if there is inadequate signal),
engaging the turn signal near an exit does not
cause Trac-Aware Cruise Control to slow
down Model 3.
When enabled while on a highway
interchange or o-ramp in certain regions,
Trac-Aware Cruise Control may reduce your
set speed in 5 mph (5 km/h) increments – to
as slow as 25 mph (40 km/h) – to better
match the reported speeds of other Tesla
vehicles that have driven at that specific
location. To override this and continue
cruising at your set speed, tap the accelerator
pedal or touch the plus (+) or minus (-)
button on the touchscreen. The new set
speed is maintained for the duration of the
interchange or o-ramp (unless you override
it or cancel Trac-Aware Cruise Control).
After the interchange or o-ramp, the set
speed may revert or change as necessary
based on the new location. For example, if
you merged onto a dierent highway, the set
speed reverts back to the set speed that was
in use before driving on the interchange.
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WARNING: In some cases (such as
having insucient data), Trac-Aware
Cruise Control may not automatically
reduce the set speed on the highway
interchange or o-ramp. Do not rely
on Trac-Aware Cruise Control to
determine an appropriate driving
speed. Tesla recommends driving at a
speed that is safe for road conditions
and within posted speed limits.
Adjust the Following Distance
To adjust the following distance you want to
maintain between Model 3 and a vehicle
traveling ahead of you, press the steering
wheel's right scroll button to the left or right
to choose a setting from 1 (the closest
following distance) to 7 (the longest following
distance). Each setting corresponds to a time-
based distance that represents how long it
takes for Model 3, from its current location, to
reach the location of the rear bumper of the
vehicle ahead of you.
You can also display and adjust the setting for
the following distance on the touchscreen at
any time, even when Trac-Aware Cruise
Control is not active. Touch Controls >
Autopilot > Cruise Follow Distance, then
adjust the following distance by touching plus
(+) or minus (-).
As you adjust the following distance, the
touchscreen displays the current setting.
NOTE: Your setting is retained until you
manually change it.
WARNING: It is the driver's
responsibility to determine and
maintain a safe following distance at
all times. Do not rely on Trac-Aware
Cruise Control to maintain an accurate
or appropriate following distance.
WARNING: Never depend on Trac-
Aware Cruise Control to adequately
slow down Model 3 to avoid a
collision. Always watch the road in
front of you and stay prepared to take
immediate corrective action.
Overtake Acceleration
When following a vehicle with Trac-Aware
Cruise Control active, briefly engaging the
turn signal (to indicate a move into the
passing lane) accelerates Model 3 towards the
vehicle ahead. By momentarily holding the
turn signal stalk up or down, you can quickly
accelerate up to your set speed without
having to press the accelerator pedal. The
turn signal causes acceleration only when all
of the following conditions are met:
• Trac-Aware Cruise Control is operating
and detects a vehicle in front of you.
• No obstacles or vehicles are detected in
the target lane.
• Model 3 is traveling below the set speed,
but over 45 mph (72 km/h).
Overtake Acceleration is intended as an aid
when passing a vehicle ahead of you. When
the turn signal is engaged, Trac-Aware
Cruise Control continues to maintain distance
from the vehicle ahead, but allows you to
drive slightly closer than your selected
distance.
Acceleration cancels when one of the
conditions happen:
• You reach your set cruising speed.
• Changing lanes takes too long.
• Model 3 gets too close to the vehicle
ahead.
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OR
• You disengage the turn signal.
NOTE: Overtake Acceleration occurs when
you hold the turn signal in the momentary
position (partially engaged). When you
release the turn signal, Model 3 stops
accelerating (in the same way as when you
release the accelerator pedal) and resumes
the set speed.
WARNING: Overtake Acceleration can
cancel for many unforeseen reasons in
addition to those listed above (for
example, lack of GPS data). Stay alert
and never depend on Overtake
Acceleration to increase your driving
speed.
WARNING: Overtake Acceleration
increases your driving speed
whenever the appropriate turn signal
is engaged, and accelerates Model 3
closer to the vehicle ahead. Although
Trac-Aware Cruise Control continues
to maintain distance from the vehicle
ahead, it is important to be aware that
your selected following distance is
reduced when Overtake Acceleration
is active, particularly in cases where it
may not be your intention to overtake
the vehicle you are following.
Canceling and Resuming
To manually cancel Trac-Aware Cruise
Control, move the drive stalk up and release
or press the brake pedal. The speedometer
icon on the touchscreen turns gray to indicate
that Trac-Aware Cruise Control is no longer
active.
WARNING: Do not hold the drive stalk
up for more than one second. Doing
so cancels Trac-Aware Cruise
Control and shifts Model 3 into
Neutral.
To re-enable cruising at the current driving
speed, move the drive stalk fully down once
then release.
NOTE: When Trac-Aware Cruise Control
cancels, Model 3 does not coast. Instead,
regenerative braking slows down Model 3 in
the same way as when you move your foot o
the accelerator when driving without Trac-
Aware Cruise Control (see Regenerative
Braking on page 76).
WARNING: Trac-Aware Cruise
Control cancels, or may not be
available, in the following situations:
• You press the brake pedal.
• Your driving speed exceeds the maximum
cruising speed of 90 mph (150 km/h).
• You shift Model 3 into a dierent gear.
• A door is opened.
• The view from the radar sensor or
camera(s) is obstructed. This could be
caused by dirt, mud, ice, snow, fog, etc.
• The traction control setting is manually
disabled or is repeatedly engaging to
prevent wheels from slipping.
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