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Warning: You must use the Model X
trailer hitch when towing a trailer. Never
attempt to attach a dierent type of
trailer hitch.
To install the trailer hitch:
1. Remove the dust cover from the hitch
housing.
2. Insert the key into the locking cylinder on
the hitch, and turn the cylinder so the top
of the key is aligned with the “unlocked”
position.
3. Pull the locking cylinder out of the
adapter approximately 0.5 cm, and turn
clockwise until the red marking on the
cylinder aligns with the white dot.
Warning:
Be careful when turning the
locking cylinder. If it does not lock
into the “Open Position”, it
automatically retracts into its original
“Closed Position” and can pinch your
fingers.
4. Firmly grasp the hitch from the bottom
and align the triangular-shaped guides at
the sides of the hitch with the
corresponding cutouts in the hitch
housing.
Note: Do not grasp the locking cylinder
because it needs to rotate freely.
5. Push the hitch into the hitch housing until
the locking cylinder rotates approximately
120° counter-clockwise and automatically
locks into the "Closed Position". The green
area on the locking cylinder (above the
white arrow) aligns with the white dot on
the housing.
6. Visually check to
confirm that the hitch is
fully inserted into the housing. Try pulling
down on the hitch. The hitch should not
drop when you pull down.
Note: If the hitch does not lock into the
housing, it falls out when you pull down
on it.
7. Turn the key so the arrows align with the
“locked” marking on the locking cylinder.
8. Remove the key and store it in a safe
place (preferably inside the vehicle).
Note: The key can be removed only if the
hitch is locked. This indicates a proper
connection. Do not use the hitch if the key
is not removed.
Note: Tesla recommends making a note of
the key code. You need this code if you
lose the keys and need to order a
replacement.
9. Close the dust cover to prevent dirt and
debris from entering the lock.
Note: To maintain the hitch, regularly grease
its surfaces with non-resinous grease.
Disconnecting the Tow Hitch
After towing, remove the hitch:
1. Insert the key and turn to align the top of
the key with the “unlocked” position.
Towing and Accessories
86 Model X Owner's Manual
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