Model S TeslaCam Installation

Estimated time to complete: less than 5 minutes

Installing your puretesla TeslaCam USB drive will only take a moment. This guide will show you exactly where to plug it in and how you'll know it is working properly.

Step 1: Remove TeslaCam USB from package

If you ordered the microSD USB, the microSD chip is already installed in the side of the reader.

If you ordered the SSD, be sure to also find the two connector cables included in your shipping package.

Step 2: Prep the USB drive

TeslaCam USB

If you ordered the microSD USB, make sure the microSD card is still firmly seated in the reader. The microSD card should remain in the reader while in use.

Ensure the microSD is firmly seated in the reader.

TeslaCam SSD

If you ordered the SSD, choose which cable fits your install needs and plug it into the USB C port of the TeslaCam SSD.

Plug the provided USB cable into the SSD via the USB C port.

Step 3: Plug in the USB drive

2021-present Model S USB Port Location

The refreshed 2021 Model S has a secure USB port located in the glovebox, which is the recommended USB port for your puretesla TeslaCam drive.

2021-present Tesla Model S USB Port for TeslaCam in Glovebox

2016-2021 USB port locations for the Model S are shown below.

2016-2021 Tesla Model S USB Port for TeslaCam in Center Console

Step 4: Confirm Operation

When properly connected to your Tesla, the TeslaCam camera icon with a red dot will appear in “Controls” menu (car icon in lower left) of the Tesla center screen.