2025 Tesla Model 3 Owner's Manual
Locate the front tow eye cover and press firmly on the top right perimeter until it pivots inward, then pull out the two wires inside. Connect a portable jump starter's red (+) cable to the red (+) terminal and the black (-) cable to the black (-) terminal. Turn on the power supply — the hood latches release immediately — then disconnect both cables within 30 seconds, starting with the black negative cable.
What is the towing capacity of the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Without trailer brakes, the Model 3 can tow up to 1,650 lbs (750 kg). With trailer brakes, that increases to 2,200 lbs (1,000 kg). The maximum tongue weight at the coupling point is 200 lbs (100 kg).
How do I add or remove a key fob or key card on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?To add a key, go to Controls > Locks > Keys > Add Key on the touchscreen, then scan the new key card or fob on either wireless phone charger, and confirm by scanning an already-paired key. To remove a key, go to Controls > Locks, tap the trash icon next to the key you want to delete, and confirm with an authenticated key scan. The Model 3 always requires at least one authenticated key card or fob — you can't delete the last remaining one.
How do I replace the key fob battery on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?The key fob uses a CR2032 battery, which typically lasts up to one year. To replace it, place the fob button-side down, use a small flat-bladed tool to release the bottom cover, lift out the old battery, and insert the new one with the '+' side facing up — wipe it clean and avoid touching the flat surfaces to maximize battery life. Press the cover back on until it snaps into place, then test the fob.
What USB drive specs are required for Dashcam and Sentry Mode on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?The USB drive needs at least 64 GB of storage and a sustained write speed of at least 4 MB/s — note that sustained write speed is different from peak write speed. It must be USB 2.0 compatible (USB 3.0 drives must also support USB 2.0) and formatted as exFAT, ext3, or ext4 (NTFS is not supported). Use the USB-A port in the glovebox for recording and formatting, not the USB-C ports in the center console or rear touchscreen area.
How do I charge the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Open the charge port door by pressing the button on the Tesla charge cable, or through the touchscreen via Controls > Charging > Open Charge Port. The charge port is on the left side of the car, behind a door built into the rear tail light assembly. You can also use voice commands to open the charge port, begin charging, or stop charging.
What do the dashboard warning lights mean on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?A red brake indicator means a brake system fault has been detected or brake fluid is low — contact Tesla immediately and keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop safely. An amber brake indicator signals a brake booster fault, with Hydraulic Boost Compensation activating to assist. Most indicator lights flash briefly at startup and then turn off; if one stays on or fails to illuminate when expected, contact Tesla.
How do I open the glovebox on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Touch Controls > Glovebox on the touchscreen to open it — the light turns on automatically. To add a layer of security, you can set a 4-digit PIN under Controls > Safety > Glovebox PIN. The glovebox locks automatically when the car is locked via the mobile app, key card, or Walk-Away Lock, but not when locked using the touchscreen lock icon.
How do I shift gears on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Press the brake pedal while parked to bring up the drive mode strip on the touchscreen, then swipe up for Drive, swipe down for Reverse, or press the strip for Park. To engage Neutral, open Controls and press and hold the Neutral icon. Shifting from Drive to Reverse (or vice versa) requires the vehicle to be moving slower than 5 mph (8 km/h).
How does Traffic-Aware Cruise Control work on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Traffic-Aware Cruise Control maintains your set speed and automatically slows or accelerates to keep a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead. You remain responsible for monitoring the road and keeping hands available to take over at any time.
How does regenerative braking work on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Whenever the Model 3 is moving and you lift off the accelerator, regenerative braking slows the car and feeds surplus energy back to the battery. Anticipating stops and easing off the accelerator early — rather than using the brake pedal — is the most effective way to extend driving range. The amount of deceleration from regenerative braking varies based on conditions and battery state.
How do I use Track Mode on the 2025 Tesla Model 3?Track Mode is only available on Performance Model 3 vehicles and is always disabled at startup. To enable it, shift into Park and go to Controls > Dynamics > Track Mode — 'TRACK' will appear on the touchscreen above your speed. It modifies stability control, traction control, regenerative braking, and cooling to handle aggressive driving on closed circuits, and you can customize its settings via the Track Mode pop-up or Controls > Dynamics > Customize.
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