The motor(s) in Model
3generates power when the wheels spin. Always transport Model 3 with all four tires off the ground. Ensure that the tires are unable to spin at any time during transport.
Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation Warning NEVER TRANSPORT YOUR VEHICLE WITH THE TIRES IN A POSITION WHERE THEY CAN SPIN. DOING SO CAN LEAD TO SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE AND OVERHEATING. IN RARE CASES EXTREME OVERHEATING MAY CAUSE THE SURROUNDING COMPONENTS TO IGNITE. Do not transport Model 3 using any method that is not specified by Tesla. Adhere to the instructions provided in the following sections and observe all warnings and cautions provided. Damage caused by improper
transporting of your vehicle is not covered by the warranty.
Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention Note Tesla is not liable or responsible for reimbursing services not dispatched through Tesla Roadside Assistance. A flatbed truck or comparable transport vehicle is the recommended method of transporting Model 3. The vehicle can face either direction when using a flatbed. If
Model 3 must be transported without a flatbed truck, then wheel lifts and dollies must be used to ensure that all four wheels are off of the ground. This method may only be used for a maximum of 35 miles (55 km), and must not exceed the manufacturer speed rating of the dollies.
With this method, Tesla recommends the vehicle facing forward so that the front wheels are lifted and the rear wheels are on dollies.
Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation CAUTION Enable Transport Mode (see Activate Transport Mode) before winching
Model 3 onto a flatbed truck (see Pull onto the Flatbed Truck). If Transport Mode is not available or the
touchscreen is not accessible, self-loading dollies or tire skates must be used to load the vehicle into the approved transportation position. Tesla is not responsible for any damage caused by or during the transport of Model 3, including personal property damage or damage caused by using self-loading dollies or tire skates.
Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention Note Transport Mode is only intended to allow for winching Model 3 onto a flatbed truck or repositioning the vehicle out
of a parking space. While in Transport Mode, the tires are allowed to rotate slowly (under 3 mph or 5 km/h) and for a very short distance (less than 30 feet or 10 meters). See Activate Transport
Mode. Exceeding these boundaries can lead to significant damage and overheating that is not covered by the warranty.
Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation Warning Model 3 is equipped with high voltage components that may be compromised as a result of a
collision (see High Voltage Components). Before transporting Model 3, it is important to assume these components are energized. Always follow high
voltage safety precautions (wearing personal protection equipment, etc.) until emergency response professionals have evaluated the vehicle and can accurately confirm that all high voltage systems are no longer energized. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. Transport Mode keeps the parking brake disengaged while winching Model 3 onto a flatbed truck. When active, Transport Mode displays a message indicating that the vehicle will remain free-rolling. To enable Transport Mode: To activate Transport Mode: To cancel Transport Mode, shift Model 3 into Park.
Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention Note If your vehicle is equipped with a low voltage Lead-Acid Battery (see Jump Starting the Low Voltage Battery):
Transport Mode may cancel if Model 3 loses low voltage power after Transport Mode is enabled.
Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation CAUTION If the electrical system is not working, and you therefore cannot use the touchscreen to activate Transport Mode, use self-loading dollies or tire skates. Before doing so, always check the manufacturer's specifications and recommended
loading capacity. Pull onto the Flatbed TruckInformational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention Note If Model 3 has no low voltage power, you need an external low voltage power supply to open the hood or use the touchscreen. Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation CAUTION To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow eye. Using the chassis, frame, or suspension components to pull the vehicle can result in damage.
Secure the TiresThe vehicle's tires must be secured onto the truck using the eight-point tie-down method:
Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation CAUTION Attaching the tie-down straps to the chassis, suspension or other parts of the vehicle's body may cause damage. Jump Starting the Low Voltage BatteryIf jump starting Model 3 using another vehicle, refer to that vehicle manufacturer's instructions. The following instructions assume you are using an external low voltage power supply (such as a portable jump starter). To determine whether your vehicle is equipped with a Lead-Acid or Lithium-Ion Battery, navigate to . Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation CAUTION Model 3 cannot be used to jump start another vehicle. Doing so can result in damage. Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation CAUTION Avoid short circuits when jump starting Model 3. Connecting cables to the wrong terminals, touching leads together, etc., can result in damage to Model 3. Jump Starting the Low Voltage (Lead-Acid) Battery
Jump Starting the Low Voltage (Lithium-Ion) Battery
Can you jumpModel 3 cannot be used to jump start another vehicle. Doing so can result in damage.
Can you use an electric car to jumpIt is physically possible for an EV or hybrid to jump-start another car, although the process is a little different from the regular method. It can usually be accomplished by connecting both car batteries with a standard set of jumper cables and waiting for power to change hands.
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