Tesla Model X: Park Assist
Model X has several sensors designed to detect the
presence of objects. When driving slowly in Drive or
Reverse (for example, when parking), the vehicle alerts
you if an object is detected in close proximity of your
Model X. Objects are only detected in your chosen
direction; front objects in Drive, rear objects in Reverse. WARNING: You may not be alerted if Model X rolls
freely in the opposite direction (for example, Park
Assist does not display an alert if Model X rolls
backwards down a hill while in Drive). The sensors are activated when driving slower than
5 mph (8 km/h). NOTE: Rear sensors are disabled when a bicycle is
detected or Model X is in trailer mode. WARNING: Never depend on Park Assist to inform
you if an area you are approaching is free of
objects and/or people. Several external factors can
reduce the performance of Park Assist, causing
either no readings or false readings (see
Limitations and False Warnings).
Therefore, depending on Park Assist to determine
if Model X is approaching an obstruction can result
in damage to the vehicle and/or objects, and can
potentially cause serious injury. Always inspect the
area with your own eyes. When reversing, perform
shoulder checks and use all mirrors. Park assist
does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
animals, or objects that are moving, protruding,
located too far above or below the sensors, or too
close or too far from the sensors. Park Assist is for
guidance purposes only and is not intended to
replace your own direct visual checks. It is not a
substitute for careful driving. When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist view displays
on the left side of the instrument panel, showing objects
that are in close proximity to the front and rear of
Model X. This view closes when you shift into Drive
unless an object is detected close to the front of
Model X, in which case the Park Assist view closes
automatically when your driving speed exceeds 5 mph
(8 km/h). When reversing, visual feedback also displays
on the touchscreen (see Rear Facing Camera(s) ). You can manually close the park assist view on the
touchscreen by touching the X.
When driving with the Camera app displayed on the
touchscreen, you can switch to the Park Assist view
when driving at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h). Touch
the button located in the upper left corner of the
Camera app screen. This is useful if you need assistance
with parallel parking.
If chimes are turned on (see Controlling Audible
Feedback), an audible beep sounds as you
approach an object. You can temporarily mute the chime
by touching the speaker icon on the bottom corner of
the Park Assist view. NOTE: If a sensor is unable to provide feedback, the
instrument panel displays an alert message. CAUTION: Keep sensors clean from dirt, debris,
snow, and ice. Avoid using a high pressure power
washer on the sensors and do not clean a sensor
with a sharp or abrasive object that can scratch or
damage its surface.
CAUTION: Do not install accessories or stickers on
or near the parking sensors. Controlling Audible Feedback You can use Park Assist with or without audible
feedback. To turn chimes on or off, touch Controls >
Safety > Park Assist Chimes.
To mute the chimes temporarily, touch the speaker icon
in the bottom corner of the Park Assist view. The chimes
are muted until you shift or drive over 5 mph (8 km/h). The parking sensors may not function correctly in these
situations: CAUTION: Shorter objects that are detected
(such as curbs or low barriers) can move into
the blind spot of the sensors. Model X cannot
alert you about an object while it is in the blind
spot of the sensors. Other Parking Aids In addition to Park Assist, when shifted into Reverse, the
backup camera displays a view of the area behind
Model X (see Rear Facing Camera(s) ).How Park Assist Works
Visual and Audio Feedback
Limitations and False Warnings