Tesla Model 3 Charging Instructions
Opening the Charge Port
The charge port is located on the left side of Model 3, behind a door that is part of the rear tail light assembly. Park Model 3 to ensure that the charge cable easily reaches the charge port.
With Model 3 in Park, press and release the button on the Tesla charge cable to open the charge port door.
You can also open the charge port door using any of these methods:
On the touchscreen, touch Controls and touch the Charge Port icon (lightning bolt).
On the touchscreen, navigate to Controls > Charging > Open Charge Port.
Press the bottom of the charge port door when Model 3 is unlocked.
On the key fob accessory (sold separately), hold down the rear trunk button for 1-2 seconds.
Use voice commands to open the charge port door (see Voice Commands). You can also use voice commands to close the charge port door, and begin or stop charging.
Plugging In
If desired, use the touchscreen to change the charge limit and the charging current (see Charge Settings).
To charge at a public charging station, plug the appropriate adapter into the vehicle's charging port, and then connect the station's charging connector to the adapter. The most commonly used adapter(s) for each market region are provided. Depending on the charging equipment you are using, you may need to start and stop charging using a control on the charging equipment.
If you are using the Mobile Connector, plug into the power outlet before plugging in Model 3.
Align the connector to the charge port and insert fully. When the connector is properly inserted, charging begins automatically after Model 3:
Engages a latch that holds the connector in place;
Shifts into Park (if it was in any other drive mode);
Heats or cools the Battery, if needed. If the Battery requires heating or cooling, you may notice a delay before charging begins.
Charge Port Light
WHITE (OR LIGHT BLUE): The charge port door is open. Model 3 is ready to charge and the connector is not inserted, or the charge port latch is unlocked and the connector is ready to be removed.
BLUE: The charger is connected, but Model 3 is not charging (such as when scheduled charging is active).
BLINKING BLUE: Model 3 is communicating with the charger, but has not started charging yet (such as when your vehicle is preparing to charge).
BLINKING GREEN: Charging is in progress. As Model 3 approaches a full charge, the frequency of the blinking slows.
SOLID GREEN: Charging is complete.
SOLID AMBER: The connector is not fully plugged in. Realign the connector to the charge port and insert fully.
BLINKING AMBER: Model 3 is charging at a reduced current (AC charging only).
RED: A fault is detected and charging has stopped. Check the touchscreen for an alert.
Opening the Charge Port
The charge port is located on the left side of Model 3, behind a door that is part of the rear tail light assembly. Park Model 3 to ensure that the charge cable easily reaches the charge port.
With Model 3 in Park, press and release the button on the Tesla charge cable to open the charge port door.
You can also open the charge port door using any of these methods:
On the touchscreen, touch Controls and touch the Charge Port icon (lightning bolt).
On the touchscreen, navigate to Controls > Charging > Open Charge Port.
Press the bottom of the charge port door when Model 3 is unlocked.
On the key fob accessory (sold separately), hold down the rear trunk button for 1-2 seconds.
Use voice commands to open the charge port door (see Voice Commands). You can also use voice commands to close the charge port door, and begin or stop charging.
Plugging In
If desired, use the touchscreen to change the charge limit and the charging current (see Charge Settings).
To charge at a public charging station, plug the appropriate adapter into the vehicle's charging port, and then connect the station's charging connector to the adapter. The most commonly used adapter(s) for each market region are provided. Depending on the charging equipment you are using, you may need to start and stop charging using a control on the charging equipment.
If you are using the Mobile Connector, plug into the power outlet before plugging in Model 3.
Align the connector to the charge port and insert fully. When the connector is properly inserted, charging begins automatically after Model 3:
Engages a latch that holds the connector in place;
Shifts into Park (if it was in any other drive mode);
Heats or cools the Battery, if needed. If the Battery requires heating or cooling, you may notice a delay before charging begins.
Charge Port Light
WHITE (OR LIGHT BLUE): The charge port door is open. Model 3 is ready to charge and the connector is not inserted, or the charge port latch is unlocked and the connector is ready to be removed.
BLUE: The charger is connected, but Model 3 is not charging (such as when scheduled charging is active).
BLINKING BLUE: Model 3 is communicating with the charger, but has not started charging yet (such as when your vehicle is preparing to charge).
BLINKING GREEN: Charging is in progress. As Model 3 approaches a full charge, the frequency of the blinking slows.
SOLID GREEN: Charging is complete.
SOLID AMBER: The connector is not fully plugged in. Realign the connector to the charge port and insert fully.
BLINKING AMBER: Model 3 is charging at a reduced current (AC charging only).
RED: A fault is detected and charging has stopped. Check the touchscreen for an alert.
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