2023 Tesla Model S Instrument Panel User Guide
This Guide covers the 2023 Tesla Model S instrument panel’s digital displays, controls, and important features that give critical information for seamless functioning and connected driving.
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Instrument Panel Overview
The instrument panel changes depending on whether Model S is:
- Off or Parked (shown below).
- Driving (see Instrument Panel – Driving).
- Charging (see Charging Instructions).
When Model S is off or Parked, the instrument panel shows remaining estimated range, vehicle status, and outside temperature.
- When the car is off and you initially press the brake, indicator lights flash briefly along the top of the instrument panel. Unless an indicator light applies to a current situation, it should turn off. If an indicator light fails to turn on or off, refer to Indicator Lights.
- An image of your car and its accompanying status (such as lights on, door open, etc.).
- Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can display the percentage of battery energy remaining. To do so, touch Controls > Display > Energy Display.
- NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use estimates as a general guideline only.
- Estimated outside temperature.
- Pay attention to instructions or important alert messages that display here. If any alerts are in effect, you can view information about them by touching Controls and then touching the bell icon located at the top of the screen.
- Currently selected drive mode: Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive. If Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Drive or Reverse is automatically selected (based on sensor input) and displayed on the instrument panel when the driver’s door is closed and seatbelt is buckled (see Auto-Shift out of Park).
- Current time of day.
Instrument Panel – Driving
When Model S is driving (or ready to drive), the instrument panel shows your current driving status and a real-time visualization of the road as detected by the Autopilot components (see About Autopilot). The visualization automatically zooms in and out based on the detected road type.
NOTE: Touch Controls > Autopilot > Full Self-Driving Visualization Preview (if equipped) to display more details about the roadway and its surroundings, such as road markings, stop lights, objects (such as trash cans and poles), etc.
- The instrument panel displays your location on a map, a wiper menu, Auto Shift out of Park instructions, etc. When a navigation route is active, the upcoming portion of the route displays.
- The speed limit (if available) that is currently being detected by Speed Assist.
- Current driving speed.
- The currently set cruising speed. When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is available but you haven’t set a cruising speed by engaging Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer, the icon is gray (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control on page 84).
- Autosteer is actively steering Model S. When Autosteer is available but you haven’t activated it, the icon is gray.
- When navigating, upcoming instructions in the navigation route appear here.
- Total estimated driving distance (or energy) available. Instead of driving distance, you can display the percentage of battery energy remaining (touch Controls > Display > Energy Display).
- NOTE: When anticipating when you need to charge, use estimates as a general guideline only.
- Surrounding road users are shown in their corresponding locations.
- WARNING: Although the instrument panel shows surrounding traffic, some vehicles may not be displayed. Never rely on the instrument panel to determine if a vehicle is present (for example, in your blind spot). Always use your mirrors and perform shoulder checks.
- Your Model S.
- The power meter displays real-time power usage. During acceleration, the bar fills to the right with a gray color (or white if the display is dark) to represent power being used. During deceleration (when Model S is moving and you release your foot from the accelerator pedal), the bar fills to the left with a green color to represent power being fed back to the Battery by regenerative braking.
- When Autosteer is active and detects the driving lane, it is highlighted in blue. Depending on the current driving scenario, you may see neighboring lanes.
- NOTE: In situations where Autosteer is unable to detect lane markings, the driving lane is determined based on the vehicle you are following.
- NOTE: If Navigate on Autopilot is active, the driving lane displays as a single blue line in front of Model S
FAQ’s
What features are included in the 2023 Tesla Model S Instrument Panel?
The instrument panel includes a high-definition touchscreen display, customizable driver interface, navigation system, media controls, vehicle status indicators, and Tesla’s Autopilot controls.
How do I control the navigation system on the 2023 Tesla Model S instrument panel?
The navigation system can be accessed through the touchscreen, and you can set destinations, view maps, and receive real-time traffic updates.
What information does the 2023 Model S instrument panel display while driving?
The panel shows speed, range, tire pressure, energy consumption, and more, providing essential data about the vehicle’s performance.
Useful Links
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