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How to get started with the Tesla Model 3

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⚡️ Electric car

⚙️ Automatic gearbox

↪️ 450km range

How to start?

When you open a door to enter Model 3, the touchscreen powers on and you can operate all controls. To drive Model 3:Press the brake pedal - Model 3 powers on and is ready to drive. Select a drive mode - move the drive stalk down for Drive or up for Reverse

How to shift?

  • When Model 3 is in Park, you must press the brake pedal to shift.

  • Move the drive stalk up or down to shift into different drive modes.

Gear stalk with arrow, line, arrow line pointing up and repeating pointing down

How do I charge?

  • On the touchscreen, touch Controls and touch the Charge Port icon (lightning bolt).

  • On the touchscreen, navigate to Controls > Charging > Open Charge Port.

  • Press the bottom of the charge port door when Model 3 is unlocked.

Car won't switch off or is asking for a key?

This can happen when left unlocked for too long. Simply close all the doors, lock and unlock the car (manually, not via the app), and the vehicle should work as normal.

If you are still struggle, message or call us as we can assist remotely.

Not sure how to make a booking?

We've prepared a short video on how to make a booking in our FAQ.


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