Tesla Model X Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model X: Auto Shift out of Park

NOTE: Auto Shift out of Park is a BETA feature and is disabled by default.

When Auto Shift out of Park is enabled, Model X is designed to use inputs from various sensors to automatically select Drive or Reverse. The instrument panel displays the selected drive mode when the driver's door is closed and seat belt is buckled.

To override the selection, press the brake pedal and use the drive mode strip on touchscreen to shift into your desired drive mode (Drive, Reverse, Park; see Shifting Using the Touchscreen).

Confirm the drive mode selection and follow the instructions on the instrument panel before you press the accelerator.

WARNING: As always, be aware of your vehicle and surroundings before driving. Never rely on Model X to automatically select a suitable drive mode without confirming the selection before you start to drive.

If Auto Shift out of Park is unavailable, the instrument panel displays a message.

Model X automatically selects a drive mode when:

  • Auto Shift out of Park is enabled (touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park).
  • Model X is in Park.
  • The driver's seat belt is fastened.
  • The brake pedal is pressed.
  • All doors and trunks are closed.
  • The drive mode selector on the center console is not activated (see Shift Using the Center Console).

NOTE: Model X does not automatically select drive modes in Valet Mode.

Auto Shift out of Park is disabled by default. When disabled, use the touchscreen or the center console to manually shift. To enable Auto Shift out of Park, touch Controls > Pedals & Steering > Auto Shift out of Park.