How to Turn Off the In-Car Camera in a Tesla?
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Tesla in-car camera can be turned off by clicking on the Controls at the bottom left of the touchscreen, then selecting Safety & Security, and choosing 'Do Not Share Data' in the data sharing options. Below is a detailed introduction to Tesla: 1. Tesla is an American electric vehicle and clean energy company that manufactures and sells electric cars, solar panels, and energy storage systems. 2. Unlike traditional automakers that rely on 4S dealerships as their service centers, Tesla has built a customer-centric intelligent after-sales service system, providing seamless online and offline services. 3. Different from conventional gasoline-powered vehicles, Tesla's powertrain mainly consists of four components: the Energy Storage System (ESS), Power Electronics Module (PEM), electric motor, and sequential manual gearbox. The ESS is composed of 6,831 lithium-ion batteries, outputting direct current (DC), which serves as the power source for the electric vehicle. The DC from the ESS is converted into alternating current (AC) by the PEM to power the AC motor.
I found that turning off the in-car camera on a Tesla is actually quite simple—just a few steps. After getting in the car, I usually open the central touchscreen, tap the vehicle icon to enter the control menu, and then select the Safety & Security option. Inside, I locate the privacy settings or directly find the in-car camera toggle and switch it off. This camera is positioned near the rearview mirror on the driver's side and is primarily used to monitor the cabin, especially when activating Sentry Mode or Autopilot features. Disabling it helps protect privacy, particularly when parked, eliminating concerns about being watched. However, the downside is a potential reduction in anti-theft functionality, such as decreased security when parked overnight. I recommend periodically checking for software updates, as Tesla sometimes relocates settings in the menu. Maintaining this habit ensures everything stays as intended. After doing this, I feel more at ease and drive with greater peace of mind.
