Tesla Motors Inc 1048598 Manuel D’Utilisation
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Make sure Model X is in Park (which
engages the parking brake).
engages the parking brake).
Note: When the chocks are in place and you
release the brake pedal, ensure that Vehicle
Hold (see
release the brake pedal, ensure that Vehicle
Hold (see
on page 57) is not
braking Model X, preventing you from
checking that the chocks are holding the
weight of Model X and the trailer. If Vehicle
checking that the chocks are holding the
weight of Model X and the trailer. If Vehicle
Hold is braking Model X, the Vehicle Hold
indicator light displays on the instrument
panel. To disengage Vehicle Hold, press and
release the brake pedal.
Warning: If parking on a grade is
necessary, always ensure that all trailer
wheels have been securely chocked.
Failure to do so cause result in serious
damage, injury, or death.
necessary, always ensure that all trailer
wheels have been securely chocked.
Failure to do so cause result in serious
damage, injury, or death.
Connecting the Trailer Hitch
Receiver
Receiver
If Model X is equipped with the optional
towing package, it includes a weight-carrying
hitch with a 2” x 2” removable hitch receiver.
When the hitch receiver is not in use, the hitch
receiver should be removed and stored in a
dry location to prevent rust and corrosion.
Keep the dust cover over the hitch receiver's
locking mechanism to prevent dirt and debris
from entering the lock.
from entering the lock.
Warning: You must use the Model X trailer
hitch when towing a trailer. Never attempt
to attach a different type of trailer hitch.
hitch when towing a trailer. Never attempt
to attach a different type of trailer hitch.
To install the trailer hitch receiver:
1.
Remove the dust cover from the hitch
housing compartment.
housing compartment.
2. Insert the key into the hitch adapter's
locking cycling and turn the cylinder so
the top of the key is aligned with the
“unlocked” position.
3. Pull the locking cylinder out of the
adapter approximately 1/8” and turn
clockwise until the red marking on the
knob aligns with the white dot on the
adapter.
Warning: Be careful when turning the
locking cylinder. If it does not lock
into the “Open Position”, it
automatically retracts into its original
“Closed Position” and can pinch your
fingers.
locking cylinder. If it does not lock
into the “Open Position”, it
automatically retracts into its original
“Closed Position” and can pinch your
fingers.
4. Firmly grasp the adapter from the bottom
and align the triangular-shaped guides at
the sides of the adapter with the
corresponding cutouts in the hitch
housing. Do not grasp the locking cylinder
because it needs to rotate freely.
the sides of the adapter with the
corresponding cutouts in the hitch
housing. Do not grasp the locking cylinder
because it needs to rotate freely.
Towing a Trailer
Driving
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