Vehicle Hold

When Model S is stopped, Vehicle Hold can continue to apply the brakes even after you remove your foot from the brake pedal.

Vehicle Hold will activate:

  • Hold: Vehicle Hold is automatically enabled any time the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
  • Creep or Roll: Vehicle Hold is enabled automatically anytime the vehicle is at a standstill and the brake is pressed to the floor.
Gray icon of an "H" in a circle.
This indicator displays on the instrument panel whenever Vehicle Hold is actively braking Model S.

To disengage Vehicle Hold, press the accelerator pedal or press and release the brake pedal.

Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
Note
Shifting into Neutral also disengages Vehicle Hold.
Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
Note
After actively braking Model S for approximately ten minutes, Model S shifts into Park and Vehicle Hold cancels. Model S also shifts into Park if it detects that the driver has left the vehicle.