Connecting to Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available as a data connection method and is often faster than cellular data networks. Connecting to Wi-Fi is especially useful in areas with limited or no cellular connectivity. To ensure fast, reliable delivery of software and map updates, Tesla recommends leaving Model Y connected to a Wi-Fi network whenever possible (for example, when parked overnight).

To connect to a Wi-Fi network:

1. Touch

   Controls

   >

   Wi-Fi icon

   at the top of the

   Controls

   screen.

   Model Y

   begins to scan and display detected Wi-Fi networks that are within range.

   When connected to Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi icon displays at the top of the touchscreen.

   Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention

   Note

   If a known Wi-Fi network does not appear in
   the list, move

   Model Y

   closer to the access point or consider using a range extender.Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention

   Note

   Table 1.

   5GHz Network Channels Supported

   36-48
   52-64
   100-140
   149-165

   ✓
   ✓
   ✓
   ✓

   When connecting to a 5GHz network (if available), check which channels are supported in your region.

2. Select the Wi-Fi network you want to use, enter the password (if necessary), then touch

   Confirm

   .

3. Model Y

   connects to the Wi-Fi network. Whenever the network is within range,

   Model Y

   connects to it automatically.

You can also connect to a hidden network that isn’t shown on the list of scanned networks. Just touch Wi-Fi Settings, enter the name of the network in the resulting dialog box, select the security setting, then touch Add Network.

Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention

Note

If more than one previously connected network is within range,

Model Y

connects to the one most recently used.Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention

Note

At Tesla Service Centers,

Model Y

automatically connects to the Tesla Service Wi-Fi network.