Tips and TricksDriving, part 1

MS-310a

This course is presented as part of Evannex Universitya free, open learning environment that presents concise, video-based mini-courses for those who have interest in electric vehicles (EVs)

Tips and TricksThe Model S is a high tech productUsers learn things that become part of the knowledge base of the community of ownersMany can be found buried in the Owners manual But they are best imparted by word of mouth or as a collection of tips and tricks

In this sequence of EVU mini-courses, well take a look at community knowledge, that is, the little things that Model S owners have learned over their years of ownership. This community knowledge can be a revelation to new Model S owners, and also useful for those who have owned the car for some time.>> The Model S is a high tech product>> Like any high tech product, users learn things that become part of the knowledge base of the community of owners>> Many of these things can be found buried in the Owners Manual, which can be accessed directly from the 17 display (if you dont know how, well explain later in this mini-course)>> But they are best imparted by word of mouth, or given a global community of Model S owners, as a collection of tips and tricks.The intent of this EVU mini-course sequence is to help you learn tips and tricks that allow you to get the most out of the Model S.

Where they come from .Tips and Trick are a short-cut to learning the carWord of mouthContributors on the Model S forumsTesla Motors forumTesla Motors Club forumBooks, such as Nick Howes Owning Model S, 2/eCollections of tips published on the webLesser Known Tips and Tricks developed by Geremy Farrell at www.geremology.com/teslaTeslarati, Hidden Features, Tips and Tricks at http://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-s-hidden-features-tips-tricks-tidbits/

ForumsCompendiaBooksWoM

I suppose you could argue that everything you need to know about the Model S can be found in the Owners Manual. And thats probably true.But how many of us actually read the Owners Manual cover to cover, even when, as I mentioned, you can display the entire document on your 17 touch screen display>> Tips and tricks are a short cut.Some you learn from other Model S Owners,>> via Word of mouthIn addition, lots of invaluable information can be gleaned from>> Contributors on the Model S forums such as>> Tesla Motors forum and the>> Tesla Motors Club forum Still others can be learned from >> Books, such as Nick Howes best selling, Owning Model S or from >> collections of tips, such as>> Lesser Known Tips and Tricks, developed by Geremy Farrell >> and Teslaratis Tips and Tricks,both available at the links shown on your screen

Weve used Geremys compendium and Teslaratis tips and tricks as the basis for the EVU mini-course sequence, but weve added some of our own and others gleaned from still other sources. Where possible, well try to provide credit with screen names, but if weve inadvertently missed a credit, we apologize in advance.

In every case, please note that Model S functionality and the display screen itself, changes with over-the-air updates,and each Tip or Trick should be tried in a safe and controlled setting before you take it on the road.

Driving the Model SDriving the Model S is no different that driving any other car except in a way it is!a computer with 4 wheelstips and tricks that will enhance your driving experience

Lets begin with a blanket statementthe Model S is a automobile, therefore,>> Driving the Model S is really no different that driving any other car >> except in a way it is!Some have characterized the Model S as>> a computer with 4 wheelsand recognizing that simple reality, well present a collection of Tips and Tricks that can >> enhance your driving experience

Driving ParametersUsing the Controls button in the lower left hand corner of the display, controls > drivingsteering, regen, traction control, creepcontrols > settingsdriver profiles, units and formats, safety & security, Homelink and more

Lets begin with some basics, just in case you missed them:>> Using the Controls button in the lower left hand corner of the display, its possible to establish a variety of driving controls and settings:>> first touch the controls tab at the top of the 17 display and then touch the driving button at the left of the displayyoull have access to specific driving parameters that allow you to control>> steering, regen, traction control, creep>> if you touch controls and then the settings tab,you have access to a variety of vehicle setting including>> driver profiles, switchable units and formats, safety & security, Homelink, and more

Owners ManualThe user manual can be displayed in its entirety on the 17 displaycontrols > settings tab on top > manual button in lower left hand corneruse table of contents to find what you need

Obviously, the definitive source for all things Model S is the Owners Manual, a large document that describes every aspect of the car.>> One of the cool things about the Model S is>> The Owners Manual can be displayed in its entirety on the 17 display,youll never have to pull out the paper version.To read the manual,>> touch controls , then the settings tab on top of the screen, then touch the manual button in lower left hand corner>> use the table of contents to find what you need

Homelinkthe Homelink function is GPS aware, so program it where youll use it.if youre having trouble with setup:hold the gate/door remote in the middle of the frunk as you program Homelinkalternate: place the remote at the front of the frunk floor about 2 inches toward the drivers side of the frunk light (@NickHowe)

Homelink is designed for those owners who need a remote control access to an automatic garage door opener or an automatic access gate>> the Homelink function is GPS aware, so its important to program it where youll use it. The Homelink display will pop up automatically when you approach your usage location.>> if youre having trouble with setup:>> hold the gate/door remote in the middle of the frunk as you program Homelink>> as an alternative: place the remote at the front of the frunk floor about 2 inches toward the drivers side of the frunk light (@NickHowe)

Well continue with more driving tips and tricks in the next part of this EVU mini-course.

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