2022.20.7 Release Notes

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Release Date

July 25, 2022

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Tire Configuration

Tesla Tire Configuration feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
MCU 2
MCU 3
Models:
3
MCU 2
MCU 3

Reset the learned tire settings directly after a tire rotation, swap, or replacement to improve your driving experience. To reset, tap Controls > Service > Wheel & Tire Configuration > Tires.

Car Colorizer

Tesla Car Colorizer feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
MCU 2
Models:
Legacy S
Legacy X
MCU 2

Customize how your car appears on the touchscreen and mobile app with the Car Colorizer. Change the color of your car's exterior by tapping Controls > Software > Colorizer icon, or using Colorizer in the ToyBox.

Polish Voice Navigation

Tesla Polish Voice Navigation feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
EU Maps
Models:
S
3
X
Y
EU Maps

Your navigation voice guidance is now available in Polish. To switch your language setting, tap Controls > Display > Voice Navigation Language.

Turkish Voice Navigation

Tesla Turkish Voice Navigation feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
EU Maps
Models:
S
3
X
Y
EU Maps

Your navigation voice guidance is now available in Turkish. To switch your language setting, tap Controls > Display > Voice Navigation Language.

Cabin Camera

Tesla Cabin Camera feature in update 2022.20.7
MCU 3
Models:
Y
MCU 3

The cabin camera above your rearview mirror can now determine driver inattentiveness and provide you with audible alerts, to remind you to keep your eyes on the road when Autopilot is engaged. Camera images do not leave the vehicle itself, which means the system cannot save or transmit information unless you enable data sharing. To change your data settings, tap Controls > Software > Data Sharing on your car's touchscreen. Cabin camera does not perform facial recognition or any other method of identity verification.

Cabin Camera

Tesla Cabin Camera feature in update 2022.20.7
MCU 3
Models:
New S
New X
MCU 3

The cabin camera above your rearview mirror can now determine driver inattentiveness and provide you with audible alerts, to remind you to keep your eyes on the road when Autopilot is engaged. Camera images do not leave the vehicle itself, which means the system cannot save or transmit information unless you enable data sharing. To change your data settings, tap Controls > Software > Data Sharing on your car's touchscreen. Cabin camera does not perform facial recognition or any other method of identity verification.

Speed Assist

Tesla Speed Assist feature in update 2022.20.7
HW 3
Models:
S
3
X
Y
HW 3

Speed Assist now leverages your car's cameras to detect speed limit signs. This improves the accuracy of speed limit data on local roads and highways in select countries. Detected speed limit signs will be displayed in the driving visualization.

Online Radio

Tesla Online Radio feature in update 2022.20.7
MCU 2
MCU 3
Models:
S
3
X
Y
MCU 2
MCU 3

Your internet radio service provider has been switched to EtherealSound, providing an improved selection of radio stations and content for your drive.

Sentry Mode

Tesla Sentry Mode feature in update 2022.20.7
MCU 2
MCU 3
Models:
New S
3
New X
Y
MCU 2
MCU 3

Sentry Mode continuously monitors your car's surroundings while it's locked and parked. When enabled, the car automatically enters the Standby state with its cameras and sensors remain powered to detect potential threats and trigger an appropriate response state: Alert or Panic. To enable Sentry Mode, go to Controls > Safety > Sentry Mode.

If a minimal threat is detected, such as someone leaning on your car, Sentry Mode switches to the Alert state, displaying a message on your touchscreen indicating that cameras are recording.

If a major threat is detected, such as someone breaking a window, Sentry Mode switches to the Panic state. In this state, the touchscreen increases to maximum brightness, and you receive a notification on your mobile app.

To save the video clip captured while in Sentry Mode, you must insert a formatted USB flash drive into one of your USB ports beforehand. Sentry Mode requires more than 20% battery to operate. If your battery falls below 20% while the feature is active, Sentry Mode turns off and you receive a notification on your mobile app.

Note that Sentry Mode is designed to enhance the security of your car, but cannot protect your car from all possible threats.

Editor's note: This feature only applies to Israel. Sentry Mode has been added with some minor modifications to support local laws (no sound when the alarm sounds). If you already have Sentry Mode, it will continue to be available as it was before.

Seat Belt System Enhancement

Tesla Seat Belt System Enhancement feature in update 2022.20.7
Only Certain Model 3 Years
Models:
New S
3
New X
Y
Only Certain Model 3 Years

This enhancement builds upon your vehicle's superior crash protection - based upon regulatory and industry standard crash testing- by now using Tesla Vision to help offer some of the most cutting-edge seat belt pretensioner performance in the event of a frontal crash. Your seat belts will now begin to tighten and protect properly restrained occupants earlier in a wider array of frontal crashes.

Tesla Adaptive Suspension

Tesla Tesla Adaptive Suspension feature in update 2022.20.7
Raven
Models:
S
X
Raven

Tesla Adaptive Suspension will now adjust ride height for an upcoming rough road section. This adjustment may occur at various locations, subject to availability, as the vehicle downloads rough road map data generated by Tesla cars. The instrument cluster will continue to indicate when the suspension is raised for comfort. To enable this feature, tap Controls > Suspension > Adaptive Suspension Damping, and select the Comfort or Auto setting.

Green Traffic Light Chime

Tesla Green Traffic Light Chime feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
Traffic Control
Basic Autopilot
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Traffic Control
Basic Autopilot

A chime will play when the traffic light you are waiting for turns green. If you are waiting behind another vehicle, the chime will play once the vehicle advances unless Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer is active.

Note: This chime is only designed as a notification. It is the driver's responsibility to observe their environment and make decisions accordingly.

Editor's note: This feature no longer appears to require EAP or FSD.

Improvements to Energy Prediction

Tesla Improvements to Energy Prediction feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
Undocumented Change
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Undocumented Change

Tesla is making further improvements to its navigation energy prediction. Tesla already took HVAC use, speed, outside temperature and more into account when predicting its vehicles' range. Recently in update 2022.16 Tesla added even more parameters such as wind speed and direction, humidity and more.

However, with this update, Tesla is bringing it to a whole new level. Your vehicle will now more accurately predict its range by also considers the number of passengers in the vehicle, the vehicle's tire pressures, the amount of current being drawn out of USB ports and more.

Bluetooth Menu

Tesla Bluetooth Menu feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
Undocumented Change
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Undocumented Change

The Bluetooth menu has been updated to make it more obvious which device is connected and new device icons have been added.

Previously Tesla used to show a Bluetooth logo to the right of the device name. The logo would be blue if the device was connected or gray if it wasn't.

The Bluetooth icon has been replaced with a device icon, presumably so that Tesla can support various types of devices in the future, such as Bluetooth headphones and Bluetooth controllers.

If a device is connected, it will now display the text 'Connected' underneath the device name, along with a green dot.

Photo credit: @tesla_adri/Twitter

HomeLink Buttons

Tesla HomeLink Buttons feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
Undocumented Change
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Undocumented Change

With the introduction of v11, Tesla added HomeLink controls that appear when you're geographically close to one or more of the HomeLink devices.

The buttons feature a label underneath them that up until this update displayed whether tapping the button would cancel the the auto-open feature or activate the HomeLink device.

With this update Tesla has swapped these labels. The Activate or Cancel (if auto-open is turned on) text will now appear inside of the button, and label given to the device such as 'Left Garage' will now appear underneath the button.

Image by SparkyTX on TeslaMotorsClub

Battery at Arrival

Tesla Battery at Arrival feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
Undocumented Change
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Undocumented Change

Tesla's navigation system will once again display your estimated range upon arrival at your destination near your estimated time of arrival.

Regenerative Braking

Tesla Regenerative Braking feature in update 2022.20.7
Available Worldwide
Undocumented Change
Models:
N/A
Undocumented Change

Tesla's 'Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking Is Limited' feature was initially included in the 2022.16 update, but it was only available on a limited number of vehicles.

With update 2022.20.6, Tesla now appears to be rolling out this feature to additional vehicles. Users are reporting that their vehicle has received this feature after updating to 2022.20.

If the feature was added to your vehicle you will see it added under the 2022.16 release notes, or you can check by navigating to Controls > Pedals & Steering and look for the 'Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking Is Limited' option.

Tesla's release notes for this feature from 2022.16 say:

Your vehicle can now automatically apply regular brakes for consistent deceleration when regenerative braking is limited due to battery temperature or state of charge. To enable, tap Controls > Pedals & Steering > Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking Is Limited.

2023.44.25.1 Release Notes

Custom Lock Sounds

Tesla Custom Lock Sounds feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Replace the horn lock sound of your vehicle with another sound—like a screaming goat.

High Fidelity Park Assist

Tesla High Fidelity Park Assist feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Availability TBD
Models:
S?
3
X?
Y

See a 3D reconstruction of your surroundings while parking.

Castle Doombad

Tesla Castle Doombad feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Castle Doombad is now available in the Tesla Arcade.

LAN Party on Wheels

Tesla LAN Party on Wheels feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Play your favorite games on the rear touchscreen.

Apple Podcasts

Tesla Apple Podcasts feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Listen to millions of the world's most popular podcasts. Apple Podcasts for Tesla syncs with your favorite Apple devices, so you can seamlessly follow shows, save episodes, and pick up right where you left off. Browse new and noteworthy podcasts or explore what's trending on Top Charts.

From the Application Launcher, open the Apple Podcasts app, scan the QR code, and log in with your Apple ID. Premium Connectivity required.

Rear Passenger Headphones

Tesla Rear Passenger Headphones feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Passengers in the back seat can listen on wireless Bluetooth headphones when watching the Theater app on the rear touchscreen. The rest of the vehicle can continue to listen to other audio from the front.

Pair your headphones at App Launcher > Rear Display > Settings > Add New Headphones. To listen, turn on the headphones (up to two), open a Theater app on the rear screen, and hit play.

Tesla Arcade Updates

Tesla Tesla Arcade Updates feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

-Beach Buggy Racing - Unlock new vehicles and tracks. Your racing vehicle now matches the color you've set in Toybox > Colorizer.

-Polytopia Diplomacy Update — Explore new options for peaceful and hostile interactions, from peace treaties and embassies to stealth infiltration and guerrilla warfare.

-Vampire Survivors Chilling Update - Melt hordes of snowmen and defend against ice monsters in the new wintry Whiteout map, along with a new character, achievements, and items to collect.

-PS4, PS5, and Xbox Controllers - Feel more immersed in the action with rumble effects in select Tesla Arcade games.

To pair a controller, open the Bluetooth panel and follow the instructions.

Availability varies by model and location.

Automatic 911 Calls

Tesla Automatic 911 Calls feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Your vehicle will call 911 if an accident triggers the airbags.

A countdown timer allows you to cancel the call before it's placed if you don't need 911.

This feature works automatically when your mobile phone is connected to your vehicle via Bluetooth.

Speed Cameras on Your Route

Tesla Speed Cameras on Your Route feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show speed cameras, stop signs, and traffic lights.

To see this route information, you must have Navigation > Online Routing turned on. Requires Premium Connectivity.

Trip Planner on Mobile App

Tesla Trip Planner on Mobile App feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Use the Tesla mobile app to plan a trip.

Go to Location > Navigate and enter a destination. For multiple stops or to make changes, simply Edit Trip > Add Stop. If needed, Trip Planner will also include charging stops along the way. Then choose Send to Car to share it with your vehicle.

Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ to add multiple stops to a trip.

More Cameras in Live Camera View

Tesla More Cameras in Live Camera View feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you view your vehicle surroundings from the Tesla app, now you'll have access to the left and right pillar cameras.

On your vehicle touchscreen, go to Controls > Safety > View Live Camera via Mobile App. Then you can view from the app on your phone.

Live Camera is end-to-end encrypted and can't be accessed by Tesla. Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ and Premium Connectivity.

Automatic Blind Spot Camera

Tesla Automatic Blind Spot Camera feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

The blind spot camera view now alerts you with red shading along the edge when your turn signal is on and your vehicle detects an object or another vehicle in your blind spot.

Go to Controls > Autopilot > Automatic Blind Spot Camera.

Light Show

Tesla Light Show feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Time to celebrate with the latest Light Show to the tune of The Arrival by Irving Victoria.

Play it right away, or schedule the show up to 10 minutes in advance, with one vehicle or synced with friends. Go to Toybox > Light Show.

Light Show enthusiasts can now play multiple custom Light Shows from the same USB flash drive. Simply save the show files to a directory named ""LightShow"" on your flash drive, connect, and choose.

Shuffle Play in TIDAL

Tesla Shuffle Play in TIDAL feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Shuffle your TIDAL playlists and albums.

Apple and Spotify Profile Image

Tesla Apple and Spotify Profile Image feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

In Apple Music and Spotify, you can show your account profile image to indicate which account you're using for each.

Availability varies by model and location.

Search Includes Owner's Manual

Tesla Search Includes Owner's Manual feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you use Controls > Search on the touchscreen, your results now include links to entries in the Owner's Manual, in addition to results with vehicle settings. So you can find the setting you want or learn more about it.

Charging Location Filters

Tesla Charging Location Filters feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you search the vehicle map for charging locations, you can now filter between two charging speeds: Three lightning bolts shows locations with more than 70 kW. One lightning bolt shows locations with 70 kW or less.

2023.44.25 Release Notes

This is an early look at the features in this year's holiday update. There may be additional features that require specific hardware that are not shown here yet.

Custom Lock Sounds

Tesla Custom Lock Sounds feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Replace the horn lock sound of your vehicle with another sound—like a screaming goat.

High Fidelity Park Assist

Tesla High Fidelity Park Assist feature in update 2023.44.25
Availability TBD
Models:
S?
3
X?
Y

See a 3D reconstruction of your surroundings while parking.

Castle Doombad

Tesla Castle Doombad feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Castle Doombad is now available in the Tesla Arcade.

LAN Party on Wheels

Tesla LAN Party on Wheels feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Play your favorite games on the rear touchscreen.

Apple Podcasts

Tesla Apple Podcasts feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Listen to millions of the world's most popular podcasts. Apple Podcasts for Tesla syncs with your favorite Apple devices, so you can seamlessly follow shows, save episodes, and pick up right where you left off. Browse new and noteworthy podcasts or explore what's trending on Top Charts.

From the Application Launcher, open the Apple Podcasts app, scan the QR code, and log in with your Apple ID. Premium Connectivity required.

Rear Passenger Headphones

Tesla Rear Passenger Headphones feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Passengers in the back seat can listen on wireless Bluetooth headphones when watching the Theater app on the rear touchscreen. The rest of the vehicle can continue to listen to other audio from the front.

Pair your headphones at App Launcher > Rear Display > Settings > Add New Headphones. To listen, turn on the headphones (up to two), open a Theater app on the rear screen, and hit play.

Tesla Arcade Updates

Tesla Tesla Arcade Updates feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

-Beach Buggy Racing - Unlock new vehicles and tracks. Your racing vehicle now matches the color you've set in Toybox > Colorizer.

-Polytopia Diplomacy Update — Explore new options for peaceful and hostile interactions, from peace treaties and embassies to stealth infiltration and guerrilla warfare.

-Vampire Survivors Chilling Update - Melt hordes of snowmen and defend against ice monsters in the new wintry Whiteout map, along with a new character, achievements, and items to collect.

-PS4, PS5, and Xbox Controllers - Feel more immersed in the action with rumble effects in select Tesla Arcade games.

To pair a controller, open the Bluetooth panel and follow the instructions.

Availability varies by model and location.

Automatic 911 Calls

Tesla Automatic 911 Calls feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Your vehicle will call 911 if an accident triggers the airbags.

A countdown timer allows you to cancel the call before it's placed if you don't need 911.

This feature works automatically when your mobile phone is connected to your vehicle via Bluetooth.

Speed Cameras on Your Route

Tesla Speed Cameras on Your Route feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show speed cameras, stop signs, and traffic lights.

To see this route information, you must have Navigation > Online Routing turned on. Requires Premium Connectivity.

Trip Planner on Mobile App

Tesla Trip Planner on Mobile App feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Use the Tesla mobile app to plan a trip.

Go to Location > Navigate and enter a destination. For multiple stops or to make changes, simply Edit Trip > Add Stop. If needed, Trip Planner will also include charging stops along the way. Then choose Send to Car to share it with your vehicle.

Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ to add multiple stops to a trip.

More Cameras in Live Camera View

Tesla More Cameras in Live Camera View feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you view your vehicle surroundings from the Tesla app, now you'll have access to the left and right pillar cameras.

On your vehicle touchscreen, go to Controls > Safety > View Live Camera via Mobile App. Then you can view from the app on your phone.

Live Camera is end-to-end encrypted and can't be accessed by Tesla. Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ and Premium Connectivity.

Automatic Blind Spot Camera

Tesla Automatic Blind Spot Camera feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

The blind spot camera view now alerts you with red shading along the edge when your turn signal is on and your vehicle detects an object or another vehicle in your blind spot.

Go to Controls > Autopilot > Automatic Blind Spot Camera.

Light Show

Tesla Light Show feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Time to celebrate with the latest Light Show to the tune of The Arrival by Irving Victoria.

Play it right away, or schedule the show up to 10 minutes in advance, with one vehicle or synced with friends. Go to Toybox > Light Show.

Light Show enthusiasts can now play multiple custom Light Shows from the same USB flash drive. Simply save the show files to a directory named ""LightShow"" on your flash drive, connect, and choose.

Shuffle Play in TIDAL

Tesla Shuffle Play in TIDAL feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Shuffle your TIDAL playlists and albums.

Apple and Spotify Profile Image

Tesla Apple and Spotify Profile Image feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

In Apple Music and Spotify, you can show your account profile image to indicate which account you're using for each.

Availability varies by model and location.

Search Includes Owner's Manual

Tesla Search Includes Owner's Manual feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you use Controls > Search on the touchscreen, your results now include links to entries in the Owner's Manual, in addition to results with vehicle settings. So you can find the setting you want or learn more about it.

Charging Location Filters

Tesla Charging Location Filters feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you search the vehicle map for charging locations, you can now filter between two charging speeds: Three lightning bolts shows locations with more than 70 kW. One lightning bolt shows locations with 70 kW or less.

2023.44.1 Release Notes

Single Pull to Start Autopilot

Tesla Single Pull to Start Autopilot feature in update 2023.44.1
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
1st Gen 3
X
Y

You can set Autopilot to start when you pull down the right stalk once, rather than twice. To choose this setting, go to Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Activation > Single Pull.

Be aware that with Single Pull, when Autopilot Features is set to Autosteer (Beta), you'll bypass Traffic-Aware Cruise Control. Similarly when Autopilot Features is set to Full Self-Driving (Beta), you'll bypass Autosteer (Beta) and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.

With Single Pull, when you cancel Autosteer (Beta) or Full Self-Driving (Beta), whether you take over the steering or push up the stalk one time - you'll immediately return to manual driving.

As with all Autopilot features, you must continue to pay attention and be ready to take immediate action including canceling the feature and returning to manual driving.

Speed Assist

Tesla Speed Assist feature in update 2023.44.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Speed Assist now leverages your car's cameras to detect speed limit signs. This improves the accuracy of speed limit data on local roads and highways in select countries. Detected speed limit signs will be displayed in the driving visualization.

Destination Charging Availability

Tesla Destination Charging Availability feature in update 2023.44.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Destination Charging sites that charge on a pay-per-use basis now show how many stalls are available.

Service Mode Improvements

Tesla Service Mode Improvements feature in update 2023.44.1
Available Worldwide
Service Mode
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Service Mode

Service Mode has been updated with various new panels and improvements.

The new panels include a new software section that lets you verify the software version installed and diagnose issues related to infotainment center, Autopilot and maps. There is a new section for 'High Voltage Interlock Loop,' as well as a new option in the Air Suspension panel that lets you inflate the air suspension reservoir.

Other changes include Chinese language support and a new feedback section for Service Mode Plus users.

Service Mode should only be accessed by technicians and owners who are familiar with it and aware of the risks involved. The vehicle should not be driven with Service Mode engaged, as various safety features are turned off.

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