Tesla Model Y: Trailer Mode
Trailer Mode must always be active when towing a trailer. When you connect a trailer's electrical connection while the vehicle is in Park, Model Y automatically engages Trailer Mode. When you disconnect the trailer's electrical connection, Trailer Mode does not automatically disengage. To manually engage or disengage Trailer Mode, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Trailer Mode on the touchscreen. One of the following indicators displays:
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Trailer Mode is active.
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Model Y detects a connection for
trailer
lights but Trailer Mode is disabled. It is
likely that a carrying accessory has been
connected.
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Model Y detects a faulty electrical
connection for the trailer lights. Some, or all, trailer lights may not be
functioning. Pull over as soon as safety permits and inspect the trailer lights
for faulty cabling or connections. If the issues are resolved and the red icon
still persists, disable and re-enable Trailer Mode once more.
Some Autopilot features (Autosteer, Summon, Lane Assist, etc.), as well as rear parking sensor functionality, may not be available when Trailer Mode is enabled. In addition, some features may operate differently. For example:
- Traffic-Aware Cruise Control increases the following distance from the car in front of you.
- Side collision warnings are active but automatic steering interventions are disabled.
- The braking force provided by Automatic Emergency Braking (see Collision Avoidance Assist) is significantly limited. Therefore, stopping distance may increase.
WARNING: Do not rely on Model Y to detect the trailer and automatically engage Trailer Mode. Always check that Trailer Mode is engaged before towing a trailer.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you exit Trailer Mode when towing a trailer. Doing so can cause serious injury and/or death.
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Trailer Brakes
When towing a loaded trailer that weighs more than 1650 lbs (750 kg), Tesla
recommends that the trailer be equipped with its own brake system adequate for
the weight of the trailer. Ensure complianc
Parking with a Trailer
Whenever possible, avoid parking on a grade. However, if parking on a grade
is absolutely necessary, place wheel chocks under the trailer wheels. Consider
having someone help you with these steps:
Attaching and Removing the Ball
Mount
The Model Y towing package does not include a ball mount. You must purchase a
ball mount suitable for the type of trailer you are towing. The Model Y hitch
receiver supports a ball mount with a leng
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Adjust the Following Distance
To adjust the following distance you want to maintain
between Model Y and a vehicle traveling ahead of you,
touch Controls > Autopilot > Cruise Follow Distance and
choose a setting from 1 (the closest following distance)
to 7 (the longest following distance). Each setting
corresponds to a
Testing a Child Safety Seat
Before seating a child, always make sure the child safety
seat is not loose:
1. Hold the child safety seat by the belt path and try to
slide the safety seat from side to side and front to
back.
2. If the seat moves more than one inch (2.5 cm), it is
too loose. Tighten the belt or reconnect the
