TAS_a178_wadeFault
Wade Mode unavailable - Do not enter water
What does the TAS_a178_wadeFault alert mean?
The Tesla Air Suspension (TAS) electronic control unit (ECU) detects Wade functionality is unavailable due to inability to keep the high voltage (HV) battery pack pressurized.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Wade Mode unavailable - Do not enter water
- Feature may be restored on next drive
What triggers it
TAS ECU detects inability to support Wade functionality. Alert log signal data should provide more information on how the system was unable to pressurize the HV pack due to hardware issues related to airlines, pressure sensor, or valves.
When it clears
Vehicle-power-state cycle from off to on.
Potential impact
Wade functionality is not available.
Affected models
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