"Tesla introduced Car Wash Mode in a 2021 software update to help drivers safely prepare their vehicles for automatic or manual washes. Once activated, the feature closes all windows, locks the charge port, and disables automatic windshield wipers, Sentry Mode, walk-away door locking, and parking sensor chimes. It also gives drivers the option to place the car into "Free Roll," which allows it to coast through conveyor-belt car washes without the brakes engaging."
"In the video, he warned that failing to enable Car Wash Mode before cleaning the vehicle could lead to costly damage. "I've seen one too many Tesla videos of owners messing up their cars because they didn't know about this feature," Mardo said. He explained that owners must select Car Wash Mode from the touchscreen menu to ensure the car's systems are properly locked, preventing water damage. He also noted that there is a separate option to clean the touchscreen before the wash begins."
Car Wash Mode prepares Tesla vehicles for automatic or manual washes by closing windows, locking the charge port, and disabling automatic windshield wipers, Sentry Mode, walk-away door locking, and parking sensor chimes. The mode offers a Free Roll option to allow coasting through conveyor-belt car washes without brake engagement. Owners must select Car Wash Mode from the touchscreen, which also provides a separate touchscreen-clean option before washing. Reported outcomes range from no damage to significant issues, and failing to set neutral or enable Free Roll can cause damage during conveyor-belt washes.
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