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    Love my sunroof, can’t get myself to upgrade

    Definitely love my sunroof and hope they bring it back by time I NEED to replace my 2014 S.
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    Tesla Model S Headlight repair DIY. Where to get parts in Australia?

    Correction: turns out the $63 on the original quote was labor for each side (2x63 = 126, duh!) So it was $63 ea for labor and $120 ea for the bulb. Replacing the bulbs fixed the issue, $381 total.
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    Just to close this out, only the headlight bulbs needed to be replaced. $120 ea for parts, $63 ea for labor. So $381 total for both left/right bulbs and tax.
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    Tesla Model S Headlight repair DIY. Where to get parts in Australia?

    Correct. That was just the bulb. The labor was quoted at just $126. The full quote includes $1540 for the full light assembly as well. And I’ll be replacing both, so nearly $3,400 total, but only $126 of that is labor. Which is why I revived this thread…hoping replacing the bulb will be enough...
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    Tesla Model S Headlight repair DIY. Where to get parts in Australia?

    Tesla quoted me double that…$63 each for reference
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    Tesla Model S Headlight repair DIY. Where to get parts in Australia?

    I have a 2014 like the OP. Tesla did quote the whole assembly so I’m curious if the bulb replacement alone worked for him. I’ve also heard the second gen assemblies for cars of my vintage are less reliable than 1st gen. The LED day running lights have not failed so I’m hopeful I’ll only need...
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    Tesla Model S Headlight repair DIY. Where to get parts in Australia?

    In a similar boat; not in AUS but believe just my bulbs need replacing yet Tesla quoted the whole headlight assembly. Curious to know if replacing the bulbs alone fixed the situation for you?
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    For clarity, that’s what the first quote says. I responded that I’m not committing to $3,400. They responded: “I understand, we will adjust the quote please note if the bulls dont fix the concern you would still be liable for the repairs.” I’m still waiting on that adjusted quote… And I may...
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    And I just got off with Electrified Garage…they’re talking ~$800 just to replace the bulb. He wasn’t sure if they’d need to replace the ballast too, but seemed to doubt I’d need to replace the whole assembly. Said the first gen headlights were more reliable and typically only need replacement...
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    Just received a quote for $3,400 from Tesla. It does include replacing the entire assembly ($1,540 ea). Plus $63 ea for the bulbs and $126 for labor. Tesla claims that “most of the times it is a wiring concern and needs whole headlamp” replacement. I’ve left a message with Electrified Garage...
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    Because this thread is asking for non-Tesla service center recommendations. I know Tesla will do it, but in the likely event it’s $1k+ (from what I’ve read elsewhere online) I want to have some other options.
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    Yes Model S. 2014. P85D. So not LED headlight. Also should specify, I’m just trying to replace the bulb. I saw a video on YouTube… Maybe I could do it, maybe I’d screw something up in the process, so I’d rather just pay someone. But $1k to replace blown bulbs seems exorbitant.
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    Replace headlights in metro boston?

    Does anyone have a recommendation to get headlights replaced in the greater Boston area? Sounds like it’s crazy expensive at the dealer. From watching YouTube videos, it looks like a medium effort half hour job, but only if you have the tools and space. I don’t. And don’t trust myself to not...
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    Intermittent headlight failure

    2014 P85D having the same issue. Toggling power will cause it to come back on…until one, or the other goes out again. Haven’t tried fixing it, but would’ve tried everything you did. Hoping someone has a solution or good suggestion on here as well.
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    Vehicle fraudulently transferred out of account without permission

    Whether the previous owner is deceased or not, the new owner should be able to produce a title. My understanding is that in the OP’s case Tesla accepted a “bill of sale” instead of a title. That seems wild to me.
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    Don't get in an accident in your Tesla unless you like waiting for repairs

    Long wait times for parts and for body service are ABSOLUTELY a Tesla issue; a Tesla issue that existed long before the pandemic. I feel for you. I was fortunate that my car was still drivable when I had my accident. Driving around with a beat up car was annoying but I was grateful, even in...
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    Model S nearly caught fire--should I be upset?

    Strikes me as something Tesla should cover and sounds like the precisely kind of thing a business carries liability insurance to cover. They should feel grateful they need only cover the repairs and are not dealing with something more serious with the accompanying lawsuit.
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    Tesla S Break pedal not functioning

    Wrong pedal?
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    Plaid Crash

    Geesh, and y’all wonder why the f-word gets thrown around here so much (and I’m not talking about the four letter word). Thread full of baseless deflections instead of actually addressing the brake failure. Tesla could no wrong even if it tried in the eyes of fanboys.
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    Plaid Crash

    What makes you think this guy is unskilled? Seems like a car enthusiast with experience in several high end powerful cars from his other posts.
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    New Tesla APP 4.x. Released for iOS and Android

    I typically know where I’m going, I just want to see my options in case I’m exceeding or falling short of my expected range. I just use the Tesla map from my browser...
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    New Tesla APP 4.x. Released for iOS and Android

    I wish they would allow you to see superchargers within a larger radius (at least 200 miles). When I travel and I’m stopped at a supercharger, I like to check my options for my next stop when I may be inside eating or walking around.
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    Enhanced Autopilot vs Highway Autopilot

    If “Highway Autopilot” is referring to the gen 1 autopilot (on cars from 2014-2016), I want to clarify that it doesn’t only work on highways; it works on surface streets as well. And one difference from the standard autopilot offered today is that the gen 1 autopilot offers auto lane changes...
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    will yoke steering be non-linear?

    I’m talking about the nonlinear steering. Theoretically, they could’ve offered it with the standard wheel.
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    will yoke steering be non-linear?

    isn’t this exactly what they did with autopilot?
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    will yoke steering be non-linear?

    This seems like something they could have easily implemented and tested as an option with a standard steering wheel until the masses got comfortable with the nonlinear solution allowing time for feedback and tweaks before turning it off is no longer an option. Ah well, hope it goes smoothly.
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    my S is a different car in winter vs. summer

    Another underrated annoyance in winter driving is how ineffective the heating system is below 50 rated miles. Not only is the range decreased because of the higher power draw, but it’s also decreased if you want to avoid an uncomfortably cold drive. At least this is true of my ‘ancient’ P85D.
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    Where Are We With the Model S Plaid?

    Is that 1100 HP legit, or is it like the 691 HP on my P85D?
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    Car not turning off or locking!!

    From your description, it’s almost certainly a software issue. If what you described (with the sequence of door openings resulting in auto door lock not working) is repeatable then that’s very fortunate as you’ll be able to show Tesla what’s happening and aid their troubleshooting. Have you...
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    Tinting recommendations in Atlanta

    I don’t have a preference on brand (honestly ignorant about the subject, so I’d welcome recommendations on that) I just want a quality job.
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    Tinting recommendations in Atlanta

    Does anyone have recommendations for a good place(s) to have a model S tinted in the Atlanta area?
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    Supercharger - College Park, GA (speculation)

    Still no location on this one?
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    Killing the brand with poor service

    Can’t believe this is still being used as an excuse....especially after all this claims about how dealers are evil and direct sales is the way to go. That line made sense back when Tesla was giving service that was better than your average dealer. Now? Not so much; instead we’re left with...
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    Killing the brand with poor service

    A huge bill I wouldn’t pay. Again, if the drive was that much of a hassle for me, I’d call their bluff.
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    Killing the brand with poor service

    Ummm what if you just told them to come pick the loaner up? What would be their recourse? If the drive was that much of a hassle for me, that’s what I would do. Call their bluff.
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    P85d vs Long Range Plus. Will I miss the performance?

    Rough math... 28% reduction. 28% * 205 rated miles/98% = 58.6 rated miles You got 48.8 real miles. 48.8/58.6 = 83%. That’s a little more efficient than my 81% which makes sense because your Wh/mi is better than mine (326 vs 352). So, ya, I think there’s more at play during your 98% to 2%...
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    P85d vs Long Range Plus. Will I miss the performance?

    Ya, your degradation is too much imo. Tesla’s “unlimited mile” battery warranty has proven to have no teeth in it (with respect to degradation), but I’d continue to ask them repeatedly to address it if I were you.
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    P85d vs Long Range Plus. Will I miss the performance?

    Yes that’s pretty much what vampire drain is. Here’s why I say there’s gotta be more at play here: I recently went on a road trip from Boston to Atlanta. I left my house with 99% (240 rated mi) and reached the first supercharger with 8% (18 rated mi). I traveled 180.3 miles and used 222 rated...
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    P85d vs Long Range Plus. Will I miss the performance?

    The trips being broken into those increments doesn’t mean there’s no vampire drain. what was your rated miles at 98%? Edit: I see that’s the 205 miles you mention in the OP. Ya, that’s quite a bit of degradation. 99% is 240 on my 2014 P85D
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    P85d vs Long Range Plus. Will I miss the performance?

    Last 2/3rds of those miles was at a very low 200 Wh/mi. Total average of 337 Wh/mi. I’m guessing there’s quite a bit of vampire drain at play here. My P85D definitely has significant vampire drain. Particularly if left out in the heat for a long time.
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    Tesla increases Model S and X Supercharging rate to 225 kW

    As a 2014 P85D owner, this pic makes me so jealous. lol
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    In my car I can only see miles per hour charge rate how do I get the kw per hour?

    Both are useful...maybe one day they’ll allow both to be displayed on the same screen. There’s certainly space for it.
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    Premium connectivity scam from Tesla

    These threads are always hilarious to me... people chide the consumer for not having read some news from some random website announcing a policy change but don’t hold that same level of accountability for Tesla representatives selling the car. :rolleyes: Tesla reps are NOTORIOUS for spouting...
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    Service during COVID-19

    In my experience, they only offer $100/day in Uber credits. I suspect if they have a loaner available, they’ll give you a loaner instead of Uber credits. With that said, I dropped my car in for service on Saturday without an appointment (the app would’ve allowed me to schedule a Monday...
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    MCU died, AC won’t turn off... vampire drain excessive

    Went to the service on the whim as a walk-in and I was surprised they were able to take the car and give me a loaner on the spot. So this is all moot, but I do appreciate the responses. Thanks Rebooting was the first thing I tried. After multiple tries I did get it to boot up. But the...
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    MCU died, AC won’t turn off... vampire drain excessive

    I should’ve mentioned that the right scroll is set to sunroof and while it will show a signal to open if I scroll, the sunroof doesn’t actually open. I did try your suggestion. It displays the current fan speed (5; auto) it doesn’t even pretend to change the fan speed setting. Ditto...
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    MCU died, AC won’t turn off... vampire drain excessive

    Driving much less now obviously. Went to drive it yesterday afternoon for the first time all week and the MCU won’t turn on. The car still drives and still connects via the app, but the vampire drain is excessive as the A/C won’t turn off. Attempts via the app are unsuccessful. I have a...
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    Bluetooth Phone Connectivity Barely Works Anymore :(

    That’s fair, I see how it wasn’t to the liking for other owners. But it was for me. And I don’t like the “upgrade”. As I stated, I’m to the point where I’d much rather they stop “upgrading” my car (aside from necessary security updates). I haven’t gotten a desired update in years, yet I’ve...
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    Bluetooth Phone Connectivity Barely Works Anymore :(

    This definitely a case where they made a pointless “upgrade” to break something that wasn’t broken. SMH Since the update that changed it so Bluetooth wouldn’t connect until you’re in the driver seat with the door closed (seriously who asked for this?????), I can’t toggle between Bluetooth...
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    If you're first, you're last.

    I don’t know if they actually did it, but I remember several people saying they loved the car, but they’d rather throw $50k at TSLA instead of the deposit until it was actually launched. I, personally, didn’t have $50k just lying around so I couldn’t participate, but I liked the foresight. ;)