While stopped and unplugged, touch Controls > Service > Car Wash Mode; hold the brake and select Enable Free Roll for a conveyor.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for 2025 U.S.-market Model Y vehicles in Tesla's current owner manual.
Does the documented scope match your car?
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Verified for 2025 U.S.-market Model Y vehicles in Tesla's current owner manual.
- 2025 Model Y electric lineup with current Tesla software
Know what kind of control to look for.
This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.
Step by step.
- 01
Stop, remain in Park and disconnect the charging cable.
- 02
Open Controls > Service > Car Wash Mode and verify the displayed preparation checklist.
- 03
For a conveyor, press and hold the brake pedal and touch Enable Free Roll or select Neutral when directed.
- 04
Remain able to control the vehicle while it travels through the wash.
- 05
Touch Exit after the wash and verify windows, wipers, locks and charge-port operation.
Important limits
- Tesla specifies touchless automatic washes only.
- Car Wash Mode requires the vehicle to be stationary and not actively charging.
- It exits at speeds above 9 mph (15 km/h) or when Exit is selected.
Quick checks.
- ✓Disconnect charging and stop completely if the mode is unavailable.
- ✓Keep the brake pressed when selecting Enable Free Roll.
- ✓If Park engages on the conveyor, coordinate with the operator before attempting to re-enable Free Roll.
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Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual — Cleaning and Car Wash Mode
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