Tesla Model X: Pull Onto Flatbed Truck From Rear
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow eye. Using the tow hitch, chassis, frame, or suspension components to pull the vehicle can result in damage.
NOTE: Make sure Transport Mode is activated prior to pulling Model X onto the flatbed truck.
It is strongly recommended that you connect the winch to your vehicle's tow eye, as described previously. However, if a situation arises in which the vehicle must be pulled from the rear, Tesla recommends attaching the winch to the tow hitch. Refer to the owner's manual for instructions on how to connect the tow hitch.
Secure the Tires
The vehicle's tires must be secured onto the truck using the eight-point tie-down method.
- Ensure any metal parts on the tie-down straps do not contact painted surfaces or the face of the wheels.
- Do not place tie-down straps over body panels or through the wheels.
CAUTION: Attaching the tie-down straps to the chassis, suspension or other parts of the vehicle's body may cause damage.
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If Vehicle Has No Power
If Model X has no low voltage power, perform the
following steps to open the hood or jump start the
auxiliary low voltage battery.
Jump Starting the Low Voltage Battery
CAUTION: Model X cannot be us
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Position the vehicle on a lift, but do not raise the vehicle at
this time.
Use the Toolbox "Air Suspension Fill/Deflate" panel to
depressurize the system.
Remove the HV Battery (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH rear wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
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Lamp - Fog - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Prepare a padded workbench or other area on
which to set the fascia when it is removed in the next step.
Remove the front fascia assembly
(refer to procedure). Place the fascia on the padded workbench.
Disconnect the harness from the fog lamp.
