2021 Tesla Model 3 Owner's Manual

2021 Tesla Model 3 owners manual
Year:
2021
Make:
Tesla
Model:
Model 3
Rating:
(5)

Online manual

Size:
6.29 MB

Table of Contents

Overview
4
Exterior Overview
4
Interior Overview
5
Touchscreen Overview
6
Customizing My Apps
8
Opening and Closing
9
Keys
9
Three Types of Keys
9
Phone Key
9
Key Card
9
Key Fob
10
Passive Locking and Unlocking
11
Replacing the Key Fob Battery
11
Managing Keys
12
Adding and Removing Keys
12
Doors
13
Using Exterior Door Handles
13
Opening Doors from the Interior
13
Interior Locking and Unlocking
14
Driver Door Unlock Mode
14
Walk-Away Door Lock
14
Drive Away Locking
14
Child Locks
14
Unlock on Park
14
Windows
15
Opening and Closing
15
Locking Rear Windows
15
Calibrating Windows
15
Rear Trunk
16
Opening
16
Closing
16
Adjusting Opening Height of Powered Trunk
16
Accessing the Cargo Area
16
Interior Emergency Trunk Release
17
Front Trunk
18
Opening
18
Closing
18
Interior Emergency Release
18
Opening Hood with No Power
19
Interior Storage and Electronics
21
Center Console
21
Second Row Console
21
Glovebox
21
Wireless Phone Charger
21
Low Voltage Power Socket
22
USB Ports
22
USB Drive Requirements for Recording Videos
23
Formatting a USB Flash Drive
23
Viewing Video Recordings
24
Coat Hangers
24
Seating and Safety Restraints
25
Front and Rear Seats
25
Correct Driving Position
25
Adjusting the Front Seats
25
Folding Rear Seats
26
Raising Rear Seats
26
Head Supports
26
Raising/Lowering the Rear Center Head Support
27
Removing/Installing a Head Support
27
Seat Heaters
27
Seat Covers
28
Seat Belts
29
Wearing Seat Belts
29
Seat Belt Reminders
29
To Fasten a Belt
29
To Adjust the Shoulder Anchor Height
29
To Release a Belt
30
Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant
30
Seat Belt Pre-tensioners
30
Testing Seat Belts
30
Seat Belt Warnings
31
Child Safety Seats
32
Guidelines for Seating Children
32
Choosing a Child Safety Seat
33
Seating Larger Children
34
Installing Child Safety Seats
34
Installing Seat Belt Retained Child Seats
34
Installing LATCH (ISOFIX) Child Seats
34
Attaching Upper Tether Straps
35
Testing a Child Safety Seat
36
Child Safety Seat Warnings
36
Airbags
38
Location of Airbags
38
How Airbags Work
39
Types of Airbags
39
Passenger Front Airbag Status
39
Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag
40
Ensuring Accurate Occupant Classification
42
Examples of Correct and Incorrect Seating Positions
43
Inflation Effects
44
Airbag Warning Indicator
44
Airbag Warnings
44
Driving
45
Driver Profiles
45
Creating a Driver Profile
45
Easy Entry
45
Selecting Between Driver Profiles
45
Saved Settings
45
Linking a Driver Profile to a Key
45
Valet Mode
45
Starting Valet Mode
46
Canceling Valet Mode
46
Steering Wheel
47
Adjusting Steering Wheel Position
47
Adjusting Steering Effort
47
Scroll Buttons
47
Horn
47
Mirrors
49
Adjusting Exterior Mirrors
49
Mirror Auto Tilt
49
Mirror Auto Fold
49
Mirror Auto Dim
49
Folding Mirrors at Specific Locations
49
Rear View Mirror
49
Vanity Mirrors
49
Starting and Powering Off
51
Starting
51
Drive Disabled - Requires Authentication
51
Powering Off
51
Restarting the Touchscreen
51
Power Cycling the Vehicle
52
Shifting
53
How to Shift
53
Reverse
53
Neutral
53
Drive
53
Park
53
Lights
55
Controlling Lights
55
High Beam Headlights
56
Headlights After Exit
56
Headlight Adjustments
56
Turn Signals
56
Hazard Warning Flashers
57
Car Status
58
Overview
58
Indicator Lights
58
Driving Status
59
Wipers and Washers
61
Wipers
61
Windshield Washers
61
Braking and Stopping
62
Braking Systems
62
Emergency Braking
62
Dynamic Brake Lights (if equipped)
62
Brake Disc Wiping
62
Hydraulic Fade Compensation
63
Hydraulic Boost Compensation
63
Regenerative Braking
63
Stopping Mode
63
Parking Brake
64
Brake Wear
65
Traction Control
66
How It Works
66
Allowing Wheel Slip
66
Park Assist
67
How Park Assist Works
67
Visual and Audio Feedback
67
Controlling Audible Feedback
67
Limitations and False Warnings
68
Other Parking Aids
68
Vehicle Hold
69
Track Mode
70
Using Track Mode
70
Customizing Track Mode
70
Using the Lap Timer
71
Monitoring Vehicle Health
71
G-Meter
71
Trip Information
72
Displaying Trip Information
72
Odometer
72
Getting Maximum Range
73
Factors Affecting Energy Consumption
73
Tips to Maximize Range
73
Range Assurance
74
Energy App
74
Rear Facing Camera(s)
75
Camera Location
75
Cleaning a Camera
75
Pedestrian Warning System
76
Cold Weather Best Practices
77
Before Driving
77
Removing Ice From Door Handle
77
Applying WD-40 to Door Handle Pivot Pins
78
Windows
78
Mirrors
78
Wipers
79
Tires and Tire Chains
79
While Driving
79
Regenerative Braking
79
Blue Snowflake Icon
79
Warming the Battery Before Supercharging
79
Autopilot
79
After Driving
79
Scheduled Departure
79
Charge Port
80
Storage
80
Autopilot
81
About Autopilot
81
How It Works
81
Active Safety Features
82
Autopilot Features
82
Drive to Calibrate Cameras
82
Limitations
82
Cleaning Cameras and Sensors
83
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
84
To Use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
84
Set Traffic-Aware Cruise Control Chime
85
Changing the Cruising Speed
85
Cruising at the Set Speed
85
HOLD State
86
Cruising Near or On Exits
86
Adjust the Following Distance
86
Overtake Acceleration
87
Canceling and Resuming
87
Summary of Cruise Indicators
88
Limitations
88
Autosteer
89
Operating Autosteer
89
Restricted Speed
90
Hold Steering Wheel
90
Take Over Immediately
90
Canceling Autosteer
90
Auto Lane Change
91
Operating Auto Lane Change
91
Adjacent Lane Speed
92
Stop Light and Stop Sign Warning
92
Limitations
92
Navigate on Autopilot
94
Enabling and Customizing Navigate on Autopilot
94
Operating Navigate on Autopilot
94
Lane Changes
95
Be Ready to Assist
96
Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control
97
Before Using
97
How it Works
97
Traffic Lights
99
Stop Signs and Road Markings
101
Limitations
102
Autopark
104
Parameters
104
To Use Autopark
104
To Pause Parking
105
To Cancel Parking
105
Limitations
105
Summon
106
Before Using Summon
106
Using Summon to Park and Retrieve your Vehicle
106
Operating Summon with the Key Fob
107
Starting Summon Before Exiting the Vehicle
107
Stopping or Canceling Summon
108
Limitations
108
Smart Summon
109
Before Using Smart Summon
109
Using Smart Summon
109
Standby Mode
110
Stopping or Canceling Smart Summon
110
Limitations
111
Active Safety Features
112
Lane Assist
112
Steering Interventions
112
Lane Departure Avoidance
112
Emergency Lane Departure Avoidance
113
Blind Spot Camera and Collision Warning Chime
113
Limitations and Inaccuracies
113
Collision Avoidance Assist
115
Forward Collision Warning
115
Automatic Emergency Braking
116
Obstacle-Aware Acceleration
116
Limitations and Inaccuracies
117
Speed Assist
118
How Speed Assist Works
118
Controlling Speed Assist
118
Limitations and Inaccuracies
118
Cabin Camera
119
Using the Touchscreen
120
Controls
120
Controls - Overview
120
Shortcuts and Frequently Used Settings
120
Pedals & Steering
120
Charging
121
Autopilot
121
Locks
122
Lights
122
Display
122
Trips
123
Navigation
123
Safety
123
Service
124
Software
125
Erasing Personal Data
125
Climate Controls
126
Overview of Climate Controls
126
Adjusting Climate Control Settings
126
Climate Popup
127
Keep Climate On, Dog, and Camp
128
Adjusting the Front Vents
128
Adjusting the Rear Vents
129
Cabin Air Filter(s)
129
Cabin Overheat Protection
129
Climate Control Operating Tips
130
Maps and Navigation
131
Map Overview
131
Map Display
131
Navigation Settings
132
Navigating to a Destination
132
Adding Stops to a Route
133
Automatic Navigation
133
I'm Feeling Lucky, Hungry
133
Home, Work, and Favorite Destinations
133
Charging Locations
134
Predicting Energy Usage
135
Online Routing
135
Trip Planner
135
Map Updates
136
Media
137
Overview
137
Volume Controls
137
Media Settings
137
Searching Audio Content
138
Caraoke
138
Recents and Favorites
138
Playing Media from Devices
138
USB Connected Flash Drives
138
Bluetooth Connected Devices
139
Entertainment
140
Overview
140
Toybox
140
Boombox
141
Formatting a USB drive for Boombox
141
Car Colorizer
142
Phone and Calendar
143
Bluetooth® Compatibility
143
Pairing a Bluetooth Phone
143
Importing Contacts and Recent Calls
143
Unpairing a Bluetooth Phone
144
Connecting to a Paired Phone
144
Using the Phone App
144
Making a Phone Call
144
Receiving a Phone Call
144
In Call Options
145
Calendar
145
Voice Commands
146
Examples of Voice Commands
146
Climate Controls
146
Windshield Wipers
146
Vehicle Controls
146
Navigation
146
Contacts
147
Media
147
Apps and Settings
147
Security Settings
148
About the Security System
148
Tilt/Intrusion (if equipped)
148
PIN to Drive
148
Glovebox PIN
148
Dashcamand Sentry Mode
149
Using Dashcam
149
Using Sentry Mode
149
Standby, Alert, and Alarm States
150
Sentry Mode - View Live Camera
150
Viewing Video Recordings
151
HomeLink Universal Transceiver
152
About HomeLink
152
Supported Modes
152
Programming HomeLink
152
Auto Opening and Closing
153
Resetting the Location of the HomeLink Device
153
Deleting a Device
153
Troubleshooting HomeLink
153
Standard Mode
153
D-Mode and UR-Mode
153
Connecting to Wi-Fi
155
Hotspots and Connectivity
155
Software Updates
156
Loading New Software
156
Software Update Preferences
156
Charging
156
Viewing Release Notes
157
Mobile App
158
To Use the Mobile App
158
Overview
158
Profile
158
Controls
158
Climate
159
Location
159
Summon
159
Schedule
159
Security
159
Upgrades
159
Service
159
Roadside
159
Granting Access to a Second Driver
159
Charging
160
Electric Vehicle Components
160
High Voltage Components
160
Charging Equipment
161
High Voltage Battery Information
162
About the High Voltage Battery
162
Battery Care
162
Temperature Limits
162
Energy Saving Feature
162
Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries
162
Battery Warnings and Cautions
163
Charging Instructions
164
Opening the Charge Port
164
Plugging In
164
Charge Port Light
165
Charging Status
165
During Charging
165
Stopping Charging
166
Charge Settings
166
Scheduled Charging and Scheduled Departure
167
Using Scheduled Charging
167
Using Scheduled Departure
167
Supercharger Usage Fees and Idle Fees
168
Manually Releasing Charge Cable
168
Maintenance
169
Maintenance
169
Software
169
Service Intervals
169
Schedule Service
169
Daily Checks
169
Monthly Checks
169
Fluid Replacement Intervals
170
High Voltage Safety
170
Tire Care and Maintenance
171
Displaying Tire Pressures
171
Maintaining Tire Pressures
171
Checking and Adjusting Tire Pressures
171
Inspecting and Maintaining Tires
171
Tire Wear
172
Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel Alignment
172
Punctured Tires
172
Flat Spots
172
Improving Tire Mileage
172
Replacing Tires and Wheels
172
Asymmetric Tires
173
Removing and Installing Aero Covers
173
Removing and Installing Lug Nut Covers
174
Wheel Configuration
174
Tire Configuration
174
Tire Pressure Monitoring
174
Automatic Reset of TPMS Sensors
175
Replacing a Tire Sensor
175
TPMS Malfunction
175
Seasonal Tire Types
175
Understand Your Tire Type
175
Summer and All-Season Tires
175
Winter Tires
176
Driving in Low Temperatures
176
Using Tire Chains
176
Cleaning
177
Cleaning the Exterior
177
Car Wash Mode
177
Cleaning a Camera
177
Cautions for Exterior Cleaning
177
Cleaning the Interior
178
Interior Glass
178
Airbags
178
Dashboard and Plastic Surfaces
178
Seats
178
Carpets
178
Seat Belts
178
Door Seals
178
Touchscreen
179
Chrome and Metal Surfaces
179
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
179
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body Repair
179
Using a Car Cover
179
Floor Mats
179
Wiper Blades and Washer Jets
180
Checking and Cleaning Wiper Blades
180
Replacing Wiper Blades
180
Cleaning Washer Jets
180
Fluid Reservoirs
181
Removing the Maintenance Panel
181
Checking Battery Coolant
181
Fluid Level Check
181
Do Not Top Up Battery Coolant
181
Checking Brake Fluid
181
Topping Up the Brake Fluid
181
Topping Up Windshield Washer Fluid
181
Jacking and Lifting
183
Jacking Procedure
183
Parts and Accessories
184
Parts, Accessories, and Modifications
184
Accessory Wheels and Tires
184
20\ Sport Wheels
184
19\ Sport Wheels
185
20\ Zero-G Wheels (Performance)
185
20\ Zero-G Wheels (Non-Performance)
185
19\ Gemini Wheels (Performance)
186
18\ Aero Wheels
186
Body Repairs
186
Replacing Cabin Filters
187
Using RFID Transponders
187
Installing Front License Plate Bracket
188
Specifications
189
Identification Labels
189
Vehicle Identification Number
189
Emission Control Label
189
Vehicle Loading
190
Vehicle Labeling
190
Tire and Loading Information Label
190
Vehicle Certification Label
190
Towing a Trailer
191
Roof Racks
191
Calculating Load Limits
191
Example Load Limit Calculations
191
Dimensions
193
Exterior Dimensions
193
Interior Dimensions
193
Cargo Volume
194
Subsystems
195
Motor Type(s)
195
Transmission
195
Steering
195
Brakes
195
Suspension
196
Battery - Low Voltage
196
Battery - High Voltage
196
Wheels and Tires
198
Wheel Specifications (Factory)
198
Tire Specifications (Factory)
198
Understanding Tire Markings
199
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
201
Treadwear
201
Traction
201
Temperature
201
Tire and Loading Glossaries
202
General Wheel and Tire Terms
202
Load Carrying Definitions
202
Pneumatic Radial Tire Definitions
203
Regional Phone Number(s)
205
Roadside Assistance
206
Contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance
206
Instructions for Transporters
206
DO NOT TRANSPORT WITH WHEELS ON THE GROUND
206
Approved Methods for Transporting
206
Activate Transport Mode
206
Pull onto the Flatbed Truck
207
Secure the Tires
207
Jump Starting the Low Voltage Battery
208
Jump Starting the Low Voltage (Lead-Acid) Battery
208
Jump Starting the Low Voltage (Lithium-Ion) Battery
209
Consumer Information
210
About this Owner Information
210
Document Applicability
210
Illustrations
210
Feature Availability
210
Errors or Inaccuracies
210
Location of Components
210
Copyrights and Trademarks
210
Disclaimers
211
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
211
Vehicle Telematics
211
Data Sharing
211
Quality Control
212
California Proposition 65
212
Contacting Tesla
213
Reporting Safety Defects - US
213
Reporting Safety Defects - Canada
213
Reporting Safety Defects
214
Radio Regulatory Compliance
214
FCC and IC Certification
214
Radio Frequency Information
215
Canada
215
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations
215
Mexico
215
Troubleshooting Alerts
216
(APP_w207)Autosteer temporarily unavailable
216
(APP_w218)Autosteer speed limit exceededTake control ofsteering wheel
216
(APP_w221)Cruise control unavailableReduced front radar visibility
217
(APP_w222)Cruise control unavailableReduced front camera visibility
217
(APP_w224)Cruise control unavailableContinue driving to allow cameras to calibrate
218
(APP_w304)Camera blocked or blindedClean camera or wait for it to regain visibility
218
(CC_a001)Unable to charge - Insufficient groundingProper wiring or outlet grounding must be verified
219
(CC_a002)Unable to charge - Insufficient groundingDisconnect and retry or use different equipment
219
(CC_a003)Unable to charge - Wall Connector GFCI trippedDisconnect and retry or use different equipment
220
(CC_a004)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
220
(CC_a005)Unable to charge - Wall Connector GFCI trippedDisconnect and retry or use different equipment
220
(CC_a006)Unable to charge - Wall Connector overcurrentDisconnect and retry or use different equipment
221
(CC_a007)Unable to charge - Input voltage too highVoltage must be within Wall Connector rating
221
(CC_a008)Unable to charge - Input voltage too lowVoltage must be within Wall Connector rating
221
(CC_a009)Unable to charge - Input wired incorrectlyInput wiring to Wall Connector must be corrected
221
(CC_a010)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
222
(CC_a011)Unable to charge - Wall Connector too hotLet Wall Connector cool and try again
222
(CC_a012)Unable to charge - Wall connection too hotOutlet or Wall Connector wiring must be checked
222
(CC_a013)Unable to charge - Charge handle too hotCheck charge handle or charge port for debris
223
(CC_a014)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
223
(CC_a015)Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issueInsert charge handle fully into charge port
224
(CC_a016)Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issueInsert charge handle fully into charge port
224
(CC_a017)Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issueInsert charge handle fully into charge port
224
(CC_a018)Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issueInsert charge handle fully into charge port
225
(CC_a019)Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issueInsert charge handle fully into charge port
225
(CC_a020)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
225
(CC_a021)Unable to charge - No primary Wall ConnectorCheck that primary unit is powered and available
226
(CC_a022)Unable to charge - More than 1 primary unitEnsure only 1 Wall Connector is set as primary
226
(CC_a023)Unable to charge - Too many Wall ConnectorsEnsure no more than 3 units paired with primary
227
(CC_a024)Unable to charge - Low Wall Connector currentPrimary unit current setting must be increased
227
(CC_a025)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
227
(CC_a026)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
228
(CC_a027)Unable to charge - Wall Connector issueWall Connector needs service
228
(CC_a028)Unable to charge - Incorrect switch settingWall Connector rotary switch must be adjusted
229
(CC_a029)Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issueInsert charge handle fully into charge port
229
(CC_a030)Unable to charge - Primary / paired unit mismatchWall Connector current ratings must match
230
(CC_a041)Charge rate reduced - Wall connection hotOutlet or Wall Connector wiring must be checked
230
(CC_a043)Wall Connector configuration must be completedRefer to Installation Guide to enable charging
230
(CP_a004)Charging equipment not recognizedTry again or try different equipment
231
(CP_a010)Charging equipment communication errorTry again or try different equipment
231
(CP_a043)Charge port door sensor faultCharge port may not operate as expected
232
(CP_a046)Charging equipment communication lostCheck power source and charging equipment
232
(CP_a051)Charge port may not open when pressedUse another method to open the charge port
233
(CP_a053)Unable to charge - Charge station not poweredCheck power source or try a different station
233
(CP_a054)Charge port latch not engagedFully insert charge cable or check for obstruction
234
(CP_a055)Charging equipment communication lostCheck power source and charging equipment
234
(CP_a056)Charging stopped - Charge cable disconnectedClose charge port - Press brake pedal and retry
235
(CP_a057)Charging equipment reports errorCheck equipment for error code or message
235
(CP_a058)Unable to AC charge - Unplug and retryOr try DC Fast Charging / Supercharging
236
(CP_a066)Charging equipment not readySee equipment instructions to start charging
236
(CP_a078)Cable blocked - Charge port latch may be frozenTry using Defrost Car button in Mobile App
237
(CP_a079)Charge rate reduced - Charge port may be frozenTry using Defrost Car button in Mobile App
237
(CP_a101)Charge rate reduced - Wall connection hotOutlet or Wall Connector wiring must be checked
238
(CP_a102)Unable to charge - Wall connection too hotOutlet or Wall Connector wiring must be checked
238
(CP_a143)Charging adapter has electric arc flash hazardUse different charging equipment
239
(DI_a175)Cruise control unavailable
239
(DI_a184)Autopark canceledTake control
240
(DI_a185)Autopark aborted
240
(DI_a190)Rear tire tread depth low - Schedule serviceInspect tires for rotation/replacement
241
(DI_a201)Limited deceleration when accelerator is releasedOK to drive - Use brake pedal as needed
242
(DI_a245)Vehicle Hold feature unavailableKeep brake pedal pressed while stopped
242
(ESP_a118)Assist for low brake performance activatedTo stop, keep brake pedal firmly pressed
242
(PCS_a016)Cannot charge - Poor grid power quality possibleRetry / Try other charge location or Supercharging
243
(PCS_a017)Charging stopped - Power lost while chargingCheck power source and charging equipment
244
(PCS_a019)Power grid or vehicle issue limiting AC chargingUnplug and retry / Try different charging location
244
(PCS_a032)Poor electric grid power quality detectedTry different charging station or location
245
(PCS_a052)External charging equipment not providing powerCheck power source or try different equipment
246
(PCS_a053)Charge rate reduced - Unexpected voltage dropRemove extension cords / Have wiring inspected
246
(PCS_a054)Charging stopped due to large voltage dropRemove extension cords / Have wiring inspected
247
(PCS_a073)External charging equipment error detectedTry different charging equipment
248
(PCS_a090)Charging slowed - Some AC phases not poweredCheck power source and charging equipment
248
(UI_a006)Service is requiredSchedule service now
248
(UI_a013)Air pressure in tires very lowPULL OVER SAFELY - Check for flat tire
249
(UI_a014)Air pressure below recommendation for tiresCheck pressure and refill air as needed
249
(UI_a137)Active service connection to vehicleService performing remote diagnostics
250
(UMC_a001)Unable to charge with Mobile ConnectorInadequate outlet grounding - Try another outlet
250
(UMC_a002)Unable to charge - Mobile Connector GFCI trippedUnplug charge handle from charge port and retry
250
(UMC_a004)Unable to charge with Mobile ConnectorVoltage too high / Try a different wall outlet
251
(UMC_a005)Unable to charge with Mobile ConnectorVoltage too low / Try a different wall outlet
252
(UMC_a007)Mobile Connector control box temperature highLet Mobile Connector cool to resume charging
252
(UMC_a008)Unable to charge - Wall plug temperature highWall outlet and wiring inspection recommended
252
(UMC_a009)Cannot charge - Charge handle temperature highCheck charge handle or charge port for debris
253
(UMC_a010)Mobile Connector to adapter connection hotLet cool - Plug adapter fully into Mobile Connector
253
(UMC_a011)Charging equipment communication errorTry again or try different equipment
254
(UMC_a012)Charging equipment communication errorTry again or try different equipment
254
(UMC_a013)Wall plug adapter error - Charge rate reducedPlug adapter fully into Mobile Connector and retry
255
(UMC_a014)Wall plug adapter error - Charge rate reducedPlug adapter fully into Mobile Connector and retry
256
(UMC_a015)Wall plug adapter error - Charge rate reducedPlug adapter fully into Mobile Connector and retry
256
(UMC_a016)Mobile Connector control box temperature highMaximum charge rate reduced
257
(UMC_a017)Charge rate reduced - Wall plug temperature highWall outlet and wiring inspection recommended
257
(UMC_a018)Charge rate reduced - Handle temperature highCheck charge handle or charge port for debris
257
(UMC_a019)Mobile Connector to adapter connection hotMaximum charge rate reduced
258
(VCFRONT_a180)Electrical system power reducedVehicle may shut down unexpectedly
258
(VCFRONT_a182)Schedule service to replace low voltage batterySoftware will not update until battery is replaced
259
(VCFRONT_a191)Electrical system power reducedVehicle shutting down
259
(VCFRONT_a192)Electrical system is unable to support all featuresShutting down features to conserve energy
260
(VCFRONT_a220)Electrical system is unable to support all featuresSchedule service
260
(VCFRONT_a402)Electrical system backup power is unavailableVehicle will consume more energy while idle
260
(VCFRONT_a478)Low voltage battery service is requiredSchedule service - Vehicle may not restart
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2021 Tesla Model 3 Overview

Introduction

The 2021 Tesla Model 3 embodies the perfect blend of performance, luxury, and advanced technology, establishing itself as a cornerstone in the electric vehicle market. With its sleek, minimalist design and innovative functionalities, the Model 3 captures the essence of modern driving while promoting a sustainable future. This electric sedan not only offers impressive range and performance but also caters to tech enthusiasts seeking cutting-edge features and unparalleled convenience.

Powertrains

The 2021 Model 3 offers three distinct powertrains, ensuring a driving experience tailored to various preferences. The Standard Range Plus variant features a single rear motor, delivering a potent 283 horsepower and a remarkable 0-60 mph acceleration in just 5.3 seconds. For those seeking performance without compromising range, the Long Range version provides dual motors, boosting horsepower to 346 and achieving 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds. Finally, the Performance trim elevates the driving experience further, with an incredible 0-60 mph time of just 3.1 seconds, thanks to its dual motors and enhanced performance features.

Trims

The 2021 Tesla Model 3 is available in three trims: Standard Range Plus, Long Range, and Performance. The Standard Range Plus trim offers an impressive 263 miles of range, while the Long Range variant boasts an outstanding 353 miles per charge. The Performance trim, while sacrificing a slight range of 315 miles, delivers exhilarating speed and enhanced handling for an unparalleled driving experience.

Features

Designed with the driver in mind, the Model 3 is packed with premium features. The 15-inch touchscreen interface commands the cabin, providing easy access to navigation, entertainment, and vehicle controls. Autopilot capabilities enhance convenience, enabling semi-autonomous driving. Premium audio, heated seats, and a panoramic glass roof elevate comfort and enjoyment on every journey.

Owners Manual

The 2021 Model 3 comes equipped with a comprehensive owner's manual, available digitally through the Tesla app. This user-friendly guide provides critical information on vehicle features, maintenance tips, troubleshooting assistance, and safety protocols, ensuring that owners can maximize their driving experience and enjoy all that their Model 3 has to offer.

User manual download

The Tesla Model 3 owner manual for the 2021 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2021 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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