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    Location of front Louvers for cooling

    I have noticed that too with my car, that the system kicks in sometimes when you are pulling away from the supercharger. One time it happened when it was literally single digits out here and I was surprised, although I had been on the road for 2+ hours prior to charging. I know the system...
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    Headlight software issue

    Been about 5 days with no issues and NY is dark in early January (late sunrise and early sunset). I think it was software.
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    Headlight software issue

    2016 85D. My passenger headlight would periodically go out. If I turned the lights off then back on, it would come back. The problem seemed to get worse over time, happening more frequently. I took it to Tesla and mentioned the issue 3 times and they could never replicate the issue. I even had a...
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    2016 p90d upgraded range

    My 85D car was on order when this happened. I originally wanted a May, 2016 delivery. They called me and tried to get me to pay the $3k for the 90 and I declined. This caused my car to deliver in March, 2016 because they were discontinuing the 85s. I have one of the last ones that was made...
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    Blog Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Software Deployed to ‘Careful Drivers’

    So good and safe drivers do not have to drive anymore, but bad drivers still do? Seems backwards.
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    7 years later what is your 100% on your 85kWh battery?

    85D from March, 2016. 80,000 miles. 260 max charge (without range mode on). Supercharge 4 or 5 times a year. Only ranged charged about 7 times in car's life. Rarely charge above 70%. Supercharging will hit 115kw when SOC is very low, but quickly falls to about 80kw. I don't believe that I am...
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    Phantom Battery Loss

    I have a 2016 85D. I will tell you that it varies, a lot. Yesterday I lost 6 miles while working out at the gym for an hour. Then I lost another 8 miles in the few hours after I got home. Then I only lost 1 overnight. Is your consistently bad, or does it vary? If consistently bad, it could be...
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    Frunk did not open or latch

    I have a 2016 85D built in late February (old nose). I have avoided using the frunk because I found it very hard to latch. My son washed the car for me this past weekend and opened the frunk. He told me he could not get it to close. I tried, and it was in the unlatched position and I could not...
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    Correlation between Supercharging Habit vs Battery Health (Degradation)

    Except that I would tell a private party that my car was rarely over 70% SOC and never sat there, as well as the fact I babied my onboard charger, capping it at 32amps most of the time. I also have screenshots of every range charge, showing the degradation over the 5 or so years I have owned it...
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    Correlation between Supercharging Habit vs Battery Health (Degradation)

    There is a benefit to slower charging while not at a supercharger. The onboard charger in the car will last longer at lower amps and less heat. This is especially true for those of us that have the old, 40 amp onboard chargers.
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    Optimal Battery Charging for best longevity

    If you want to baby it, don't charge it over 70% unless you need to. This is directly from Dahn, and he is Tesla's battery expert. The lower the SOC, the better, except if you go too low, like less than 10%-20%. I have heard that "depth of discharge", which is what you are getting at by talking...
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    Adjusting charging amps remotely?

    Also, electric motors, which are in just about every other high draw item in a household (dryer, refigerator, pumps for heat, fans, etc.), use about twice the energy draw to start the motor as when they are running. You get a quick spike when you first start one of these motors.
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    Can one put Tesla MS into deep sleep or coma to limit battery drain

    I am assuming you turned on the energy savings and unchecked the "always connected" box in the settings. I noticed this reduces it a bit but not a tremendous amount. You can power down the car in settings as well, but I believe it comes back on when you open and close the door. I believe Tesla...
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    Manually warming the battery?

    15 miles is roughly my commute to work. If I am traveling at a time where I know traffic will be minimal, I don't warm the battery. I do warm it if I know it will be a 40+ minute commute in traffic. My reason is the regen is all that is really lost with a cold battery. Without traffic and the...
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    older cars kept around 50-60% SoC - how is degradation?

    I don't think it was. Rarely have I seen the car differ from the top rated miles. For example, at 262 a 50% charge gives me 131. Sometimes I will get a 130 and once in a blue moon I will see 129. When it was new I used to see 136 on a 50% charge and 138 when range mode was on. I take a phone...
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    older cars kept around 50-60% SoC - how is degradation?

    2016 S85D. Took delivery in March, 2016, 72k on the odometer. I rarely charge over 70%, less than 5X a year and most days only charge to 50% or less. Rated miles new were 270, current range charge (just did one two weeks ago) is 262. I did see 275 on a range charge when the car had less than 10k...
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    7 years later what is your 100% on your 85kWh battery?

    I have one of the last 85Ds, built in Feb, 2016. It has just under 71k on the odometer. I took a road trip from the NYC area to DC and back this past weekend. Good news is that it was the first time I made it without stopping to charge. Bad news is I think Tesla is fooling with the numbers, and...
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    Family of 5 Trip Report | 5,883 Mile Adventure From Utah to Florida in a 2015 S85D

    Sounds like a really fun trip. One word on the tires, they wear faster when new. With that type of driving you will get more than the 36k. I have the same car and got just under 50k on the originals.
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    Power steering issue

    I had this repaired yesterday. When I went for a drive with the tech, he knew right away what it was and they had the part in stock. This tells me it is a common issue. They replaced the "I-shaft lower, non isolator". The whole thing was a little over $300. Posting so if anyone else has this...
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    Car constantly making a whining noise

    I noticed recently that my car is making a constant whining noise. It does not seem to be related to charging or having a high state of charge. I also do not believe it’s cooling related because the cooling vents remain closed. They do open when supercharging. Anyone else notice this? I have a...
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    Should I avoid cars with 85kwh packs?

    I thought about this but remember this whole thing was in response to fires. I would not be very comforted not updating with my car parked in the garage underneath where my family and I sleep.
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    Power steering issue

    Yes. It actually feels like the wheel is slipping in the turn, even though I am at low speed. I just made the appointment for early February.
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    Power steering issue

    Thanks for this. It is a little contradictory because it first says pre April, 2015 and then later says 2016. My car was built in February, 2016. It was also in for service last December (2018) and they told me all recalls had been addressed. It is a good place to start, though. Thanks again.
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    Power steering issue

    I have 2016 85D that I took delivery of in March, 2016. I noticed recently that the power steering feels clunky at low speeds. It seems to be relatively easy to steer and then almost feel like the wheels hit something while turning, only to free up as the motion continues. It almost fells like I...
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    Less regen on 2019.40.2?

    This regen change, is it only for older cars? Does anyone know if the newer cars and the 3 has this same change?
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    Scheduled departure epic fail

    I have been using it without issue. It seems to be over cautious for me and finished 30 to 60 minutes early.
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    Less regen on 2019.40.2?

    I have the exact situation you do, including the commute length and the garage temperature. I noticed the same thing with the last software update. Basically, the entire winter I will not have full regen except for a long trip. This is the fourth major change to my car since I got it nearly four...
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    Installed Nema 1450 outlet

    I like the ceiling install. Occasionally, you may have to take your charger with you if you are traveling to a place that has a 14-50. It may be more difficult to plug in and remove the charger there. Otherwise, very convenient.
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    Headlight periodically goes out

    My driver headlight periodically stops working. It happens every month or two and this has been going on for about six months. If I go into headlight settings, turn it off and then back on it comes back on and is fine for another month or two. It almost seems like a software bug. I notice the...
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    Smart or Not?

    Agree with all the posts but will add one dimension. You do not mention what you are driving now. I went from a Prius to a Tesla and I live in the NYC area where the cost per kWh is around 21 cents. My fuel costs did not differ much. If you compare the car to a large sedan, the fuel costs are...
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    Is this supercharging rate normal for 85D?

    I noticed almost the exact same numbers recently on my 85D. I don’t supercharge a lot so I was not sure if it was the charger, heat, or a permanent loss based on the recent software update. I have a fairly long trip planned in late September that will probably tell the tale.
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    Wiki Sudden Loss Of Range With 2019.16.x Software

    I have one of the last 85Ds before it was phased out. Mine was built in February of 2016. I only lost a mile or two in the last month or two, since the update, but I have not done a range charge in a while. Most days I only charge to 50% because that is all I need and I have only done about 4...
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    2016 Model S backup camera a little blurry

    When I had my S in for service (2/2016 build), I noticed the loaner S had a much clearer camera. I asked the service tech and he said it was normal. He showed me another 2016 Model S and they were comparable to mine. They upgraded the camera at some point. Aside from cleaning it and removing...
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    Phone car mount for the Tesla S

    I love this setup. It is simple and does not require permanently sticking anything to the car. The cradle is made by dodocool and has wireless charging built into it. I just find the charge rate slow if you are driving with the phone screen on, like when using Waze.
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    Model S phone charging wires

    My iPad is USB-C so I have one of those in my car. For my iPhone, I use wireless charging and I have a cradle with it built in. The suction cup sticks right to the smooth surface to the right of the center screen. It is the best setup I have ever had in a car. My previous car I had to stick one...
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    Wiki Sudden Loss Of Range With 2019.16.x Software

    Anyone figure out what the common thread here is on range loss? I have an 85D built in February, 2016. I have done all the software updates and I have not seen the range loss. My car has 59k on it.
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    Supercharger- Glendale, NY

    I see your point. However, with the exceptions of supermarkets or gyms, that people visit regularly, I can't see these "urban" superchargers working out. With places people go regularly, I understand it. Shop for food or get a workout while your car charges. Makes sense. I love my Tesla, but I...
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    Supercharger- Glendale, NY

    This is kind of an odd place for a supercharger. Don’t get me wrong, it is really convenient for me as my office is only blocks away. I have a charger there, but occasionally I need a quick charge if on the road all day. Anyway, this location is not really near any major highway, except the...
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    Supercharger- Glendale, NY

    It is in the Atlas Park Mall, on the corner of 80th Street and Cooper. I work a few blocks from there. From the map, it looks like the garage in the southeast side of the mall (there are 3 garages for that mall and two outdoor parking lots). The same owner has this and Queens Center, so it is...
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    Supercharger - Erwin, NY

    There is also a destination charger in the Holiday Inn if you stay there. Note it is a 40 amp shared charger, so if there is another Tesla there you will get a slow rate. If needed, supercharge 100 miles or so and then destination charge while you sleep. Consider also the Hampton Inn close by...
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    Model 3 owner in a loaner Model S: impressions

    This is a great thread. I have an 2016 S 85D. I love the car, but when I am due for an upgrade, I will probably go with the performance 3. My previous car was a Corvette, so I like the smaller, lower handling. The S is very heavy and not nimble, but it does handle well. I also did not get the...
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    Supercharger - Roscoe, NY

    Stopped here yesterday for a quick charge heading downstate. When I got there, there was one car at the back charger, and one open spot right next to him. A pickup truck with a trailer was blocking the rest of the chargers. I was getting a very slow rate because of the pairing. The service at...
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    Should you charge slower with your wall charger in the summertime?

    Really interesting data from Sorka. I have a 2016, with a max of 40 amp on one inverter. I charge at 30 most of the time to put less strain (and heat) on the inverter. I understand they go and I plan on keeping my car for 5-6 years. I did not buy the extended warranty.
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    My vent about service

    Today, I noticed a headlamp was out on my 2016 S. It was odd that the dash showed only one headlight shining, but no message was displayed. When I got to work, I got out and checked, and sure enough, driver side was out. I tried to use the Tesla app, and they gave me an appointment of June 12th...
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    Question to the battery experts concerning range mode

    Short trips, in the cold, is where it helps a lot. I am a hockey dad, and I have taken the car to many tournaments. When I get to the destination, and there is no supercharger nearby, it causes some angst. I turn on the low power mode and range mode and don't use the heater for short trips to...
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    Anyone bought 90D from Tesla used sales - Degradation?

    Something is not right. I don't think they made the 90 until 2016. I have one of the last 85Ds that was delivered in early March, 2016 (it was built in late February). I wanted delivery of my car in May, and they called me to upgrade the battery, and I refused. This caused the early delivery...
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    Intermintent rain like sounds coming from dash?

    I had similar sounds coming from mine. At one point, it was much worse than that, and I took it to the SC. They said a “piece of tape” was flapping against the fan. It was fixed. Now I have a similar sound to yours that is intermittent. When I made my last SC visit, I told them about it, but, of...
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    Key fobs occasionally not working

    Sometimes my key fob does not work. The issue happens with both fobs and I am not getting a battery message. If I approach the car, sometimes it does not open and I have to waive the key around. Even pushing the buttons does not seem to wake it up. It seems to happen about 1 out of 5 times. On...
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    7 years later what is your 100% on your 85kWh battery?

    As I wrote above, just had my car for its 3rd anniversary and have over 50k. I am building a house so hoping to get at least another 2, if not 3 years out of it. That would put me near 100k, mileage wise. I don't mind losing a few miles, but some of these posts concern me. What does it mean...
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    7 years later what is your 100% on your 85kWh battery?

    My most common charge is 50% (I usually drive about 30 miles a day). In extreme cold, I see 132, in the summer, I see 134 and sometimes 135. I think the temperature definitely moves it, but on a few miles.