How to Keep Tesla High Beam On and What to Do?
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First, you need to locate the "Lights" option on the central control screen. After turning on the low beam, push the light control lever on the left side of the steering wheel forward. Of course, you can also download the Tesla mobile app. After downloading, register and log in, and you can control the vehicle and turn off the lights on your phone.
I encountered the same issue last time. There are usually several possible reasons for Tesla's high beams staying on constantly. First, you can check if the light stalk on the left side of the steering wheel is stuck in the high beam position, or if the system mistakenly activated the auto high beam function. Try toggling the stalk back and forth to reset it, or go to the light settings on the center screen to turn off the auto high beam mode. If that doesn’t work, it might be due to the sensor being affected by dirt on the windshield, impairing its judgment—I usually clean the triangular area in front of the rearview mirror with a wet wipe. If the problem persists, immediately schedule a remote diagnosis via the vehicle’s system, as it’s an electronic issue, and tampering might trigger more problems. Remember to turn on the hazard lights first if the issue occurs at night—safety comes first.
If you find the high beams on your Tesla won't turn off, don't panic. Focus on checking three areas. First, see if the left steering wheel stalk has poor rebound. Then, open the control-light settings on the central touchscreen and disable the automatic high beam option. Finally, check if the camera area at the top of the windshield is covered by any obstructions. Once, my car's lighting system malfunctioned because an ETC device blocked the sensor area. As an emergency measure, you can try restarting the infotainment system by pressing both steering wheel scroll wheels simultaneously with your thumbs—this resolves about 70% of electronic glitches. Important: Never attempt this while driving; pull over first. If the lights remain on, it's safer to call for roadside assistance via voice command rather than pushing through.
