To support Max Battery Power, the
charge level must be 20% or higher. You
cannot initiate Max Battery Power if the
charge level is less than 20%. In addition, Max
Battery Power immediately cancels if at any
time during its use, the charge level drops
below 20%.
1. Set the acceleration level to Insane or
Ludicrous and enable Max Battery Power
(described in my earlier post).
Note: You can use Launch Mode
immediately after enabling Max Battery
Power. There is no need to wait until Max
Battery Power is in its READY state.
2. With Model S shifted into Drive and at a
complete stop with the steering wheel
straight, fully press the brake pedal with
your left foot.
3. While still pressing the brake with your left
foot, fully press the accelerator pedal with
your right foot, then release the
accelerator pedal. The instrument panel
displays a message indicating that Launch
Mode is enabled.
4. Within eight seconds, fully press the
accelerator pedal a second time to preload
motor torque, then within four
seconds, release the brake.
When you release the brake, Model S launches
forward.
Note: Launch Mode is not available if Slip Start
has been enabled (i.e. wheels can spin).
Note: Launch Mode is available only if the
ambient temperature is 37° F (3° C) or
warmer.
