Tesla X User manual

MODEL X
OWNER'S MANUAL
Software version: 2021.12.25
North America

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RELEASE NOTES
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ILLUSTRATIONS AND PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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Overview................................................................ 2
Exterior Overview............................................................................2
Interior Overview............................................................................. 3
Touchscreen Overview.................................................................. 5
Opening and Closing.........................................7
Keys and Doors.................................................................................7
Windows............................................................................................15
Rear Trunk.........................................................................................16
Front Trunk....................................................................................... 18
Interior Storage and Electronics............................................. 20
Sun Visors........................................................................................ 23
Seating and Safety Restraints..................... 24
Front and Rear Seats...................................................................24
Seat Belts......................................................................................... 29
Child Safety Seats.........................................................................32
Airbags............................................................................................. 40
Driving..................................................................46
Driver Profiles.................................................................................46
Steering Wheel.............................................................................. 48
Mirrors.................................................................................................51
Starting and Powering O.........................................................52
Gears..................................................................................................54
Lights................................................................................................. 55
Instrument Panel........................................................................... 58
Wipers and Washers....................................................................64
Braking and Stopping..................................................................65
Traction Control.............................................................................69
Park Assist....................................................................................... 70
Vehicle Hold.................................................................................... 72
Acceleration Modes......................................................................73
Trip Information............................................................................. 75
Getting Maximum Range........................................................... 76
Rear View Camera........................................................................ 78
Dashcam...........................................................................................79
Pedestrian Warning System.......................................................81
Active Spoiler................................................................................. 82
Towing and Accessories............................................................. 83
Cold Weather Best Practices....................................................92
Autopilot............................................................. 94
About Autopilot............................................................................ 94
Trac-Aware Cruise Control.................................................... 97
Autosteer........................................................................................102
Navigate on Autopilot...............................................................106
Trac Light and Stop Sign Control..................................... 109
Autopark.......................................................................................... 116
Summon........................................................................................... 118
Smart Summon..............................................................................121
Lane Assist..................................................................................... 124
Collision Avoidance Assist........................................................127
Speed Assist..................................................................................130
Using the Touchscreen..................................132
Controls........................................................................................... 132
Climate Controls.......................................................................... 139
Maps and Navigation................................................................. 144
Media and Audio..........................................................................149
Phone............................................................................................... 152
Calendar..........................................................................................154
Air Suspension..............................................................................155
Security Settings..........................................................................157
HomeLink Universal Transceiver.............................................161
Connecting to Wi-Fi...................................................................164
Software Updates........................................................................165
Mobile App.....................................................................................166
Charging.............................................................168
Electric Vehicle Components..................................................168
Battery Information......................................................................171
Charging Instructions.................................................................172
Maintenance...................................................... 177
Maintenance Schedule...............................................................177
Tire Care and Maintenance...................................................... 179
Cleaning.......................................................................................... 185
Wiper Blades and Washer Jets.............................................. 188
Fluid Reservoirs........................................................................... 190
Jacking and Lifting..................................................................... 192
Parts and Accessories................................................................193
Specifications...................................................194
Identification Labels...................................................................194
Vehicle Loading............................................................................195
Dimensions and Weights.......................................................... 197
Subsystems....................................................................................199
Wheels and Tires......................................................................... 201
Roadside Assistance.................................... 208
Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance.............................. 208
Instructions for Transporters................................................. 209
Consumer Information.................................. 212
Entertainment and Toybox.......................................................212
About this Owner Information............................................... 215
Disclaimers..................................................................................... 217
Reporting Safety Defects......................................................... 219
Declarations of Conformity.................................................... 220
Troubleshooting Alerts.............................................................224
Index................................................................... 267
Contents

1. Exterior lights (Lights on page 55)
2. Front doors (Keys and Doors on page 7)
3. Falcon wing doors (Keys and Doors on page 7)
4. Charge port (Charging Instructions on page 172)
5. Active spoiler (optional) (Active Spoiler on page 82)
6. Autopilot cameras (About Autopilot on page 94)
7. Exterior mirrors (Mirrors on page 51)
8. Radar sensor (hidden from view in the above image) (About Autopilot on page 94)
9. Hood/Front trunk (Front Trunk on page 18)
10. Wheels and tires (Wheels and Tires on page 201)
11. Rear view camera (Rear View Camera on page 78 and About Autopilot on page 94)
12. Rear trunk/liftgate (Rear Trunk on page 16)
13. Ultrasonic sensors (Park Assist on page 70 and About Autopilot on page 94)
Exterior Overview
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1. Interior door handles (Opening Doors from the Interior on page 9)
2. Autopilot stalk (Trac-Aware Cruise Control on page 97 and Autosteer on page 102)
3. Turn signal stalk (High Beam Headlights on page 56, Turn Signals on page 57, Wipers and Washers on page
64)
4. Steering wheel buttons - left (Using Left Steering Wheel Buttons on page 48)
5. Instrument panel (Instrument Panel on page 58)
6. Steering wheel buttons - right (Using Right Steering Wheel Buttons on page 49)
7. Drive stalk (Shifting Gears on page 54)
8. Touchscreen (Touchscreen Overview on page 5)
9. Glovebox button (Glovebox on page 20)
10. Cabin climate control (Climate Controls on page 139)
11. Power window switches (Opening and Closing on page 15)
12. Exterior mirror adjustment switches (Mirrors on page 51)
13. Seats (Front and Rear Seats on page 24)
14. Steering column adjuster (hidden from view in the above image) (Steering Wheel on page 48)
15. Horn (Horn on page 50)
16. Brake pedal (Braking and Stopping on page 65)
17. Accelerator pedal (Acceleration Modes on page 73)
Interior Overview
3Overview

18. Hazard warning lights (Hazard Warning Flashers on page 57)
19. Cup holders (Cup Holders on page 22)
Interior Overview
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The main components of the touchscreen are shown
here. The touchscreen is used to control many features
that, in traditional cars, are controlled using physical
buttons (for example, adjusting the heating and air
conditioning, headlights, etc.). You can also use the
touchscreen to customize Model X to suit your
preferences.
WARNING: Always pay attention to road and
trac conditions when driving. To minimize driver
distraction and ensure the safety of vehicle
occupants as well as other road users, avoid using
the touchscreen to adjust settings while the
vehicle is in motion.
NOTE: The image below is provided for demonstration
purposes only. Depending on vehicle options, software
version and market region, your touchscreen may
appear slightly dierent.
1. This area on the top of the touchscreen displays
useful information and provides shortcuts to various
features. In addition to the time of day and the
current outside temperature, this area displays the
following icons:
Touch to lock/unlock all doors and
trunks.
Touch to display the charging screen
and access charge settings on the
touchscreen.
Add, configure, or quickly switch
driver profiles (including Valet Mode
and Easy Entry). See Driver Profiles
on page 46.
Displays when a notification is in
eect. Touch to display information
about the notification. To display a
list of the most recent notifications,
with the most recent listed first, you
can also touch Service >
Notifications.
Displays when a software update is
available (see Software Updates on
page 165).
Displays when Dashcam is ready to
be used (you have inserted a
supported flash drive into the USB
port). Touch to operate Dashcam.
When in Park, touch the Dashcam
icon and select "Launch Viewer" to
watch your saved Dashcam and
Sentry Mode clips (see Dashcam on
page 79).
Touch to enable or disable Sentry
Mode to actively monitor the
vehicle's surroundings (see Sentry
Mode on page 157).
Control or program HomeLink
devices (if equipped) (see HomeLink
Universal Transceiver on page 161).
Connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Connected to cellular network. Touch
to connect to Wi-Fi (see Connecting
to Wi-Fi on page 164).
Touchscreen Overview
5Overview

Connect to a Bluetooth device (see
Pairing a Bluetooth Phone on page
152).
Displays the status of the front
passenger airbag, as described in
Airbags on page 40).
2. Controls. Touch to control features and customize
Model X to suit your preferences (see Controls on
page 132).
3. Media Player (see Media and Audio on page 149).
4. Touch the app launcher then choose from the
following apps:
Call. See Phone on page 152.
Calendar. See Calendar on page 154.
Camera. Display the area behind
Model X. This area also displays
automatically whenever you shift into
Reverse. See Rear View Camera on
page 78.
Energy. See Getting Maximum Range
on page 76.
Charging. See Charging Instructions on
page 172.
Web. Access the Internet using the
web browser.
Entertainment. Browse the full library
of games and access video streaming
services, all from your vehicle's
touchscreen. To launch, Model X must
be in Park.
NOTE: Due to vehicle configuration or
market region, Entertainment, Arcade,
and/or Theater may not be available on
your vehicle.
Toybox. Display Easter Eggs (see
Entertainment and Toybox on page
212).
NOTE: Swiping up on the app launcher displays the
most recently used app (provided an app is not
currently being displayed).
NOTE: Depending on the market region and vehicle
options, your vehicle may not be equipped with
some features.
5. Climate Controls (see Climate Controls on page
139).
6. Volume Control (see Volume Control on page 149).
7. The map displays on the touchscreen at all times
(see Maps and Navigation on page 144).
NOTE: When you touch Controls, choose an app, or
expand Media Player, the window displays on top of
the map. To close the Controls window, touch
Controls again or touch the Xin the top corner of
the window. To close an app, touch the Xin the top
corner of the window. To close Media Player, drag it
all the way down to the bottom of the touchscreen
or touch the icon again.
Touchscreen Overview
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Keyless Locking and Unlocking
Locking and unlocking Model X is convenient. Although
you must be carrying a valid key, there is no need to use
it. Model X has sensors around the driver's door that can
recognize the presence of a key within a range of
approximately three feet (one meter). So, you can keep
your key in your pocket or purse and Model X detects it
as you approach.
When you walk up to Model X carrying your key, the
doors automatically unlock if Passive Entry is on
(Controls > Safety & Security > Passive Entry). To open
the rear trunk, press the switch located under the trunk’s
exterior handle.
NOTE: Model X must detect your key near the driver's
door before the doors or rear trunk unlock.
NOTE: If Passive Entry is o, you must use the key to
unlock Model X. See Using the Key on page 7.
If equipped with the premium upgrade package, and the
Automatic Doors setting is turned on, when you walk up
to Model X carrying your key, doors automatically unlock
and the driver's door partially opens. If not equipped, or
if this setting is turned o, doors automatically unlock
and a door opens when you press its handle.
NOTE: You can choose whether you want all doors, or
just the driver's door, to unlock when you approach
Model X carrying your key (see Door Unlock Mode on
page 13).
When carrying your key with you, you can also open the
rear trunk without having to use the key. Simply press
the switch located under the trunk’s exterior handle.
Driver Door Unlock Mode (see Door Unlock Mode on
page 13) must be o and the vehicle must detect the
key near the driver's door before opening the rear trunk.
Model X also locks automatically. If you enable Walk
Away Door Lock, Model X locks when you walk away
carrying your key with you (see Walk-Away Door Lock
on page 13).
In addition, you can set Model X to sound a soft horn
whenever you car locks or unlocks (if equipped). To set
up, touch Controls > Vehicle > Lock Confirmation
Sound.
While sitting inside Model X, you can also lock and
unlock the vehicle by touching the icon on the
touchscreen's status bar or by touching Controls >
Quick Controls.
Using the Key
To quickly familiarize yourself with the key, think of the
key as a miniature version of Model X, with the Tesla
badge representing the front. The key has three buttons
on the top that feel like softer areas on the surface, and
a metal button on each side representing the falcon
wing doors.
1. Trunk
◦ Double-click to open the rear trunk.
◦ If equipped with a powered liftgate, double-click
to close the rear trunk. You can also single-click to
stop the liftgate when it is moving.
◦ Hold the button down for one to two seconds to
open the charge port door.
2. Lock/Unlock All
◦ Single-click to lock all doors and rear trunk.
Hazard warning lights flash once.
NOTE: If a door or the rear trunk is open, hazard
warning lights flash three times and doors do not
lock. But you can enable a single-click to both
close all doors (and rear trunk) and lock them, by
turning on the Close All with Key Fob setting
(touch Controls > Vehicle > Close All with Key
Fob). By default, this setting is turned o and you
must triple-click the button to close and lock all
doors.
◦ Double-click to unlock. Hazard warning lights flash
twice.
NOTE: If Model X is equipped with the premium
upgrades package and Automatic Doors is
enabled (touch Controls > Vehicle > Automatic
Doors), doors unlock and the driver's door opens
as you approach Model X. A subsequent double-
click opens the passenger front door.
3. Front trunk
◦ Double-click to open the front trunk.
4. Falcon wing doors
◦ Double-click to open/close the associated falcon
wing door.
Keys and Doors
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◦ Single-click to stop movement of the associated
falcon wing door. Subsequently double-clicking
reverses movement of the falcon wing door. For
example if the door was opening, it closes, and
vice versa.
NOTE: Falcon wing doors are designed to
proactively detect obstacles that prevent the
doors from moving when an obstacle is detected.
WARNING: Model X falcon wing doors have
several sensors to detect the presence of an
object in the door's path. In most cases,
when an object is detected, the door stops
moving. However, the sensors are unable to
detect all areas under all circumstances,
particularly when closing, Therefore, you
must monitor the movement of falcon wing
doors to ensure the door's path of
movement is free of obstacles, staying
prepared at all times to proactively
intervene to stop the door from contacting
an object (including a person). Failure to do
so can cause serious damage or bodily
injury.
You do not need to point the key at Model X, but you
must be within operating range (which varies
depending on the strength of the key’s battery).
If Model X is unable to detect the key, the touchscreen
displays a message indicating that a key is not inside.
Place the key where Model X can best detect it, which is
below the 12V power socket (see Key Not Inside on
page 52).
Radio equipment on a similar frequency can aect the
key. If this happens, move the key at least one foot
(30 cm) away from other electronic devices (phone,
laptop, etc). If the key does not work, you may need to
change its battery. If the key’s battery is discharged,
you can open Model X by following the unlocking
procedure (see Unlocking When the Key Doesn't Work
on page 13).
CAUTION: Remember to bring the key with you
when you drive. Although you can drive Model X
away from its key, you will be unable to power it
back on after it powers o.
CAUTION: Protect the key from impact, high
temperatures, and damage from liquids. Avoid
contact with solvents, waxes and abrasive
cleaners.
Replacing the Key Battery
The key’s battery lasts for approximately a year with
normal use. When the battery is low, a message
displays on the instrument panel. Follow these steps to
replace it:
NOTE: Tesla recommends replacing the battery in all
keys at the same time.
1. With the key placed button-side down on a soft
surface, use a small flat-bladed tool or fingernail to
release the bottom cover.
NOTE: If a lanyard is attached to the key, you can
release the bottom cover by placing your thumb
against the "X" on the bottom cover, then firmly
pulling the lanyard toward you (hence pushing the
key o of its cover). You can also pry the cover o
by placing a small flat-bladed tool, a fingernail, or
the Tesla-provided tool against the lanyard cord.
2. Remove the battery by carefully releasing it from the
retaining clips at an angle.
3. Insert the new battery (type CR2354) with the ‘+’
side facing up. The battery fits snugly so you must
slide it into position at an angle toward the Positive
contact (the contact located near the center of the
key), then press down firmly on the other side,
ensuring it is held firmly in its intended position.
NOTE: Tesla recommends using Panasonic CR2354
batteries. These can be purchased through online
retailers, local supermarkets, and drug stores.
CAUTION: The battery should press against
the spring on the positive contact. Do not
place the battery on top of the contact and
force it down vertically. Doing so may damage
the contact.
Keys and Doors
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