As a Tesla owner, it's important to keep your vehicle up to date with the latest software and features. However, what do you do if you don't have access to WiFi?
First and foremost, it's important to note that your Tesla will automatically update itself when it is connected to a WiFi network. This means that if you regularly park your Tesla near a WiFi hotspot or visit a Tesla Supercharger station, your vehicle will likely update on its own without any additional effort on your part.
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However, if you don't have access to WiFi, there are still options for updating your Tesla. Here are a few steps you can take to ensure your vehicle stays up to date:
- Use a mobile hotspot
If you have a smartphone with a mobile hotspot feature, you can use this to connect your Tesla to the internet. Simply turn on the hotspot on your phone and connect your Tesla to it by going to the "Connectivity" section in your vehicle's settings. From there, you can select the hotspot's name and enter the password if required.
Once connected, your Tesla will be able to access the internet and update itself as needed. Keep in mind that using a mobile hotspot can drain your phone's battery quickly, so it's best to have a fully charged phone before attempting this method.
- Use a portable WiFi hotspot
If you don't have a smartphone with a mobile hotspot feature, you can use a portable WiFi hotspot device instead. These devices are small, portable, and can connect to a cellular network to provide internet access to your Tesla.
To use a portable WiFi hotspot, simply turn on the device and connect your Tesla to it in the same way you would connect to a mobile hotspot (as described above). Once connected, your Tesla will be able to update itself as needed.
- Use a Tesla Supercharger station
If you don't have access to a mobile hotspot or portable WiFi hotspot, you can still update your Tesla by visiting a Tesla Supercharger station. These stations are located all over the world and provide high-speed charging for Tesla vehicles.
To update your Tesla at a Supercharger station, simply park your vehicle at one of the charging stalls and connect it to the charging cable. Your Tesla will automatically connect to the internet and begin updating itself.
Keep in mind that while using a Supercharger station is a convenient way to update your Tesla, it can take some time to fully charge your vehicle. You may need to wait a few hours before your Tesla is fully charged and ready to go.
- Use a Tesla service center
If you don't have access to a WiFi network and can't visit a Supercharger station, you can still update your Tesla by taking it to a Tesla service center. These centers are located all over the world and provide a variety of services for Tesla vehicles, including software updates.
To update your Tesla at a service center, simply make an appointment with the center and bring your vehicle in for service. The technicians at the service center will be able to connect your Tesla to their WiFi network and perform any necessary updates.
Keep in mind that updating your Tesla at a service center may take some time, as the technicians will need to perform a variety of other tasks in addition to the software update. You may need to leave your vehicle at the center for a few hours or even overnight in order to complete the update.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, while it's best to keep your Tesla connected to a WiFi network in order to receive automatic updates, there are still options for updating your vehicle without WiFi.
Here's a youtube video on updating your Tesla software with no wifi.
