kevincwelch
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Seems like they should iron out why the doors are not opening with the recent few deliveries before tackling any extending door handles; I'd like to be able to get into the driver's seat at some point!
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When are auto extending door handles coming (or not)?
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Seems like they should iron out why the doors are not opening with the recent few deliveries before tackling any extending door handles; I'd like to be able to get into the driver's seat at some point!
sublimaze1
8Dec2012 / Leeroy Jenkins
So, apparently, the newest iteration of the manual for the model S (owners manual) states that the tech package now accommodates proximity extending handles. Anybody confirm this with software update(s)?
NigelM
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I have the latest software, the handles do not extend on proximity.
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Just checked the pdf manual supplied to me and it says:
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Just checked the pdf manual supplied to me and it says:
Looks like the verbiage changed in the latest manual. Maybe an upcoming update will make it happen. Is there a way to click the keyfob to make just the driver's door pop open without having to pull/touch the extended handle?
If your Model S is equipped with
the Tech Package option, walk
up to Model S when you have
your key with you, and the door
handles extend. Insert your hand
into the handle and pull to open
the door. Without this option,
press the handle when Model S is
unlocked.
You can open the trunk without
using the key simply by touching
the switch located under the
liftgate handle.
If your Model S is equipped with
the Tech Package option, walk
up to Model S when you have
your key with you, and the door
handles extend. Insert your hand
into the handle and pull to open
the door. Without this option,
press the handle when Model S is
unlocked.
You can open the trunk without
using the key simply by touching
the switch located under the
liftgate handle.
sublimaze1
8Dec2012 / Leeroy Jenkins
NigelM
Recovering Member
Tesla sent me mine less than 48hrs ago...how do you know that I don't have the latest version? I'd love the proximity function but is there a way to check which pdf is the latest?
What's the revision number at the bottom of the table of contents page? The one from the web site (http://www.teslamotors.com/sites/default/files/blog_attachments/modelsownersguide_0.pdf) has "P/N: 1016932-00-A REV: AE", and that one has the verbiage from kublai's post.
NigelM
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sublimaze1
8Dec2012 / Leeroy Jenkins
@ NigelM - Tesla's website and documents change faster than Kansas weather. No worries. Either way, it* is coming ...
* = super-dooper cool auto extending handles
* = super-dooper cool auto extending handles
Tommy
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To further confuse matters the "P/N: 1016932-00-A REV: AE" version is showing on my mac info screen as version 1.4 while the "P/N: 1016932-00-A REV: AD" version is showing as version 1.6
NigelM
Recovering Member
My guess is that they are worried about excessive incidental openings and closing of the door handles. I am actually fine with touching the door handles to have them extend, but hate the finger prints. They could make the behavior a setting, it would be cool at first, but long term I think that many people would change to having them only pop out on demand...
I see the problem. It needed charging. Once it charges (to the right) it pops up a version.
Omission of auto-extending handles is a dealbreaker as far as my wife and I are concerned. Our Prius, two Lexus and an infinity have keyless entry where the car detects the presence of the keyfob in you pocket and unlocks the car, so you only have to pull the handle to open the car. My wife said there is absolutely no way she would take a step backwards (i.e., press door handle, wait for it to extend, and then pull to open the door), and I have to agree with her. Once you become used to the convenience of the keyless system available on the Prius, Lexus, Infinity and other cars, there is no going back. I hope they implement the feature by the time my initial deferal runs up in March. I really would like to buy the model S if they address the omissions.
I thought the two step process would bother me as well, but it really becomes second nature. On the bright side you save a step in that you don't have a "start/ignition" button to press.
NigelM
Recovering Member
Everyone has their own "dealbreaker" limits so I'm not criticising yours, but if there are specific bells and whistles that are so important then maybe it's worth considering alternatives and being an early adopter (which you will be even in March IMO) might not be for you.
sublimaze1
8Dec2012 / Leeroy Jenkins
In any case, once it happens (if it happens), it will be (or in the future should be) an option that is user programmable.
NigelM, I don't have to look at another car. The Tesla is not to replace an existing car, but rather a supplemental car, one to have for the fun of it. Thus, I'm in no rush to get a car. I can wait.
As an aside, my wife just got rid of her 2.5 yr old Lexus, and is waiting for the arrival of the new Lexus in the next few weeks. This is not causing a hardship as we still have more cars than drivers.
As an aside, my wife just got rid of her 2.5 yr old Lexus, and is waiting for the arrival of the new Lexus in the next few weeks. This is not causing a hardship as we still have more cars than drivers.
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Ha. That's what I thought about our Roadster. Then I found I had to remember to drive the Mercedes at least once a month...
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