# Tesla > Complete Tesla Fleet API control - all 66 vehicle commands, energy/Powerwall management, vehicle sharing, charging history, navigation, media, V2G/Powershare, and multi-vehicle management from the terminal. - Skill: `mvanhorn/tesla` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 4 files) - Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add mvanhorn/tesla` - Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/mvanhorn/tesla/raw - Safety review: pending - Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex - Category: Integrations & APIs - License: MIT - Author: mvanhorn (https://skillmd.com/u/mvanhorn) - Updated: 2026-09-17 - Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/mvanhorn/tesla --- # Tesla Complete Tesla Fleet API control from OpenClaw. All 66 vehicle commands, energy/Powerwall management, vehicle sharing, charging history, navigation, media controls, V2G/Powershare, and multi-vehicle management. > **Fleet API (2026):** Tesla has deprecated the legacy Owner API. All vehicles now use the Fleet API at > `fleet-api.prd.na.vn.cloud.tesla.com`. Vehicles on firmware 2024.26+ require the Vehicle Command Protocol > (VCP). The `tesla-fleet-api` Python package handles both paths automatically. --- ## Setup ### Prerequisites - Python 3.10+ - A Tesla account with at least one vehicle, Powerwall, or solar system - `TESLA_EMAIL` environment variable set to your Tesla account email ### First-time authentication ```bash TESLA_EMAIL="you@email.com" python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py auth ``` Steps: 1. The script displays a Tesla login URL 2. Open it in your browser, sign in, and authorize the application 3. Copy the callback URL from your browser's address bar (starts with `https://auth.tesla.com/void/callback?...`) 4. Paste it back into the terminal 5. Token is cached at `~/.tesla_cache.json` for ~30 days with automatic refresh ### Environment variables | Variable | Required | Description | |---|---|---| | `TESLA_EMAIL` | Yes | Your Tesla account email address | Token storage: `~/.tesla_cache.json` (auto-created on first auth, auto-refreshes) --- ## Vehicle Command Protocol (VCP) Vehicles running firmware 2024.26 or later require VCP for sending commands. Without VCP configured, status queries will work but commands (lock, unlock, climate, charge start/stop) will fail with a `vehicle_command_protocol_required` error. ### How to check if VCP is needed ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py status ``` If you see a VCP error in the output, your vehicle needs VCP setup. ### VCP setup 1. Generate a public/private key pair on your machine: ```bash openssl ecparam -name prime256v1 -genkey -noout -out private_key.pem openssl ec -in private_key.pem -pubout -out public_key.pem ``` 2. Register your public key with Tesla's servers. This requires creating a third-party application at https://developer.tesla.com/ and uploading your `public_key.pem` to a `.well-known` endpoint on your registered domain. 3. Pair your key with each vehicle. Sit inside the vehicle with the key card on the center console, then run: ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py vcp-pair --key private_key.pem ``` Tap "Approve" on the vehicle's touchscreen when prompted. 4. Once paired, commands are end-to-end encrypted between your machine and the vehicle. The `tesla-fleet-api` package handles signing automatically when it finds your key. > **Note:** If you are only reading vehicle data (status, location, charge state), VCP is not required. VCP is only needed for sending commands. --- ## Dashboard Get a unified view of all your vehicles in one command: ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py dashboard ``` Output includes for each vehicle: - Name, model, and state (online/asleep/offline) - Battery level and estimated range - Charging state and time remaining (if charging) - Location as a human-readable address (reverse geocoded from GPS) - Lock status (locked/unlocked) - Climate state (on/off, cabin temperature) - Software version and any pending updates - Sentry mode status Example output: ``` --- Dashboard --- 1. Snowflake (Model Y - Online) Battery: 78% (245 mi) Charging: Not charging Location: 4521 Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040 Locked: Yes Sentry: On Climate: Off (68F inside) Software: 2025.48.3 (up to date) 2. Stella (Model 3 - Asleep) Battery: 92% (310 mi) Charging: Complete Location: 1200 NE 45th St, Seattle, WA 98105 Locked: Yes Sentry: Off Climate: Off Software: 2025.48.3 (update available: 2025.50.1) ``` --- ## Multi-Vehicle Management ### List all vehicles ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py list ``` Shows all vehicles on your account with name, VIN, model, state, and battery level. ### Select a specific vehicle Use `--car` or `-c` with any command to target a specific vehicle by its display name: ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py --car "Snowflake" status python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py -c "Stella" lock python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py --car "Snowflake" climate on ``` Without `--car`, commands target your first vehicle. ### Set a default vehicle If you have multiple vehicles and mostly control one, set a default: ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py set-default "Stella" ``` The default persists in `~/.tesla_cache.json`. Override it anytime with `--car`. --- ## Vehicle Commands Reference (66 commands) ### Doors and Access ```bash # Lock/unlock python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py lock # door_lock python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py unlock # door_unlock # Trunk and frunk (actuate_trunk) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py trunk open # actuate_trunk rear python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py frunk open # actuate_trunk front # Windows (window_control) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py windows vent # Vent all windows python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py windows close # Close all windows # Sunroof (sun_roof_control) - vehicles with panoramic sunroof python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sunroof vent # Vent sunroof python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sunroof close # Close sunroof # HomeLink (trigger_homelink) - garage door python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py homelink # Trigger nearest HomeLink device python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py homelink --lat 47.57 --lon -122.22 # Trigger at specific location ``` Fleet API endpoints: `door_lock`, `door_unlock`, `actuate_trunk`, `window_control`, `sun_roof_control`, `trigger_homelink` ### Charging ```bash # Basic charging python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge start # charge_start python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge stop # charge_stop python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge status # GET charge_state # Charge port python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge port-open # charge_port_door_open python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge port-close # charge_port_door_close # Charge limit python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge limit 80 # set_charge_limit (percentage) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge limit standard # charge_standard (daily limit) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge limit max # charge_max_range (trip limit) # Charging amps (set_charging_amps) - limit current draw python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge amps 32 # Set to 32A python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge amps 16 # Set to 16A (reduce for shared circuits) # Charge schedules (NEW - replaces deprecated set_scheduled_charging) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge schedule add 23:00 06:00 # add_charge_schedule (off-peak window) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge schedule add 01:00 05:00 --days mon,tue,wed,thu,fri python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge schedule remove 1 # remove_charge_schedule (by schedule ID) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charge schedule list # List active charge schedules ``` Fleet API endpoints: `charge_start`, `charge_stop`, `charge_port_door_open`, `charge_port_door_close`, `charge_standard`, `charge_max_range`, `set_charge_limit`, `set_charging_amps`, `add_charge_schedule`, `remove_charge_schedule` > **Deprecation:** `set_scheduled_charging` is deprecated. Use `add_charge_schedule` / `remove_charge_schedule` instead. ### Climate ```bash # On/off (auto_conditioning_start / auto_conditioning_stop) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate off # Temperature (set_temps) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate temp 72 # Fahrenheit (default) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate temp 22 --celsius # Celsius python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate temp 72 --driver-only # Driver side only # Max preconditioning (set_preconditioning_max) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate max-precondition on # Maximum defrost/heat python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate max-precondition off # Precondition schedules (NEW - replaces deprecated set_scheduled_departure) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate schedule add 07:30 # add_precondition_schedule python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate schedule add 07:30 --days weekdays python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate schedule remove 1 # remove_precondition_schedule python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate schedule list # Seat heater (remote_seat_heater_request) - 0=off, 1=low, 2=medium, 3=high python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-heater driver 2 python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-heater passenger 1 python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-heater rear-left 3 python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-heater rear-center 1 python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-heater rear-right 2 # Seat cooler (remote_seat_cooler_request) - vehicles with ventilated seats python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-cooler driver 2 python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate seat-cooler passenger 1 # Steering wheel heater (remote_steering_wheel_heater_request) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate steering-heater on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate steering-heater off # Bioweapon defense mode (set_bioweapon_mode) - vehicles with HEPA filter python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate bioweapon on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate bioweapon off # Cabin overheat protection (set_cabin_overheat_protection) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate overheat-protection on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate overheat-protection off python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate overheat-protection fan-only # No AC, fan only # Climate keeper mode (set_climate_keeper_mode) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate keeper off # Off python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate keeper keep # Keep climate on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate keeper dog # Dog mode (display shows temp) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py climate keeper camp # Camp mode (media + climate) ``` Fleet API endpoints: `auto_conditioning_start`, `auto_conditioning_stop`, `set_temps`, `set_preconditioning_max`, `add_precondition_schedule`, `remove_precondition_schedule`, `remote_seat_heater_request`, `remote_seat_cooler_request`, `remote_steering_wheel_heater_request`, `set_bioweapon_mode`, `set_cabin_overheat_protection`, `set_climate_keeper_mode` > **Deprecation:** `set_scheduled_departure` is deprecated. Use `add_precondition_schedule` / `remove_precondition_schedule` instead. ### Security ```bash # Sentry mode (set_sentry_mode) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sentry on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sentry off # Valet mode (set_valet_mode) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py valet on # Enable valet mode python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py valet on --pin 1234 # Enable with PIN python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py valet off --pin 1234 # Disable with PIN # Reset valet PIN (reset_valet_pin) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py valet reset-pin # PIN to drive (set_pin_to_drive) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py pin-to-drive on --pin 1234 # Require PIN to shift out of park python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py pin-to-drive off --pin 1234 # Speed limit (speed_limit_activate / speed_limit_deactivate / speed_limit_set_limit) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py speed-limit set 70 # Set limit to 70 mph (50-90 mph range) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py speed-limit activate --pin 1234 python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py speed-limit deactivate --pin 1234 # Guest mode (guest_mode) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py guest-mode on # Enable guest restrictions python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py guest-mode off # Remote start drive (remote_start_drive) - start without key for 2 minutes python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py remote-start # Erase user data (erase_user_data) - factory reset personal data python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py erase-data --confirm # Requires --confirm flag ``` Fleet API endpoints: `set_sentry_mode`, `set_valet_mode`, `reset_valet_pin`, `set_pin_to_drive`, `speed_limit_activate`, `speed_limit_deactivate`, `speed_limit_set_limit`, `guest_mode`, `remote_start_drive`, `erase_user_data` ### Navigation ```bash # Navigate to address (navigation_request) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py navigate "1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA" # Navigate to GPS coordinates (navigation_gps_request) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py navigate --gps 47.6062 -122.3321 # Navigate to nearest Supercharger (navigation_sc_request) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py navigate --supercharger python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py navigate --supercharger "Bellevue" # Specific Supercharger # Multi-stop route (navigation_waypoints_request) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py navigate --waypoints "Seattle, WA" "Portland, OR" "San Francisco, CA" ``` Fleet API endpoints: `navigation_request`, `navigation_gps_request`, `navigation_sc_request`, `navigation_waypoints_request` ### Media ```bash # Playback python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media play # media_toggle_playback (play/pause) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media pause # media_toggle_playback # Track navigation python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media next # media_next_track python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media prev # media_prev_track # Favorites python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media next-fav # media_next_fav python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media prev-fav # media_prev_fav # Volume python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media volume up # adjust_volume (increment) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media volume down # media_volume_down python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py media volume 7 # adjust_volume (absolute, 0-11) ``` Fleet API endpoints: `media_toggle_playback`, `media_next_track`, `media_prev_track`, `media_next_fav`, `media_prev_fav`, `media_volume_down`, `adjust_volume` ### Other Commands ```bash # Honk and flash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py honk # honk_horn python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py flash # flash_lights # Boombox (remote_boombox) - external speaker, vehicle must be in park python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py boombox play # Play boombox sound python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py boombox stop # Stop boombox # Vehicle name (set_vehicle_name) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py set-name "Snowflake" # Software updates (schedule_software_update / cancel_software_update) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py software-update start # Install now python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py software-update schedule 120 # Schedule in 120 minutes python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py software-update cancel # Cancel pending update # Wake python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py wake # Wake sleeping vehicle ``` Fleet API endpoints: `honk_horn`, `flash_lights`, `remote_boombox`, `set_vehicle_name`, `schedule_software_update`, `cancel_software_update` --- ## Vehicle Sharing (6 endpoints) Share vehicle access with other Tesla accounts. ```bash # List sharing invitations python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sharing invitations # GET /invitations # Send sharing invitation python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sharing invite user@email.com # POST /invitations # Redeem an invitation (as the recipient) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sharing redeem # POST /invitations/redeem # Revoke an invitation python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sharing revoke # POST /invitations/{id}/revoke # List drivers with access python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sharing drivers # GET /drivers # Remove a driver python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py sharing remove-driver # DELETE /drivers ``` Fleet API endpoints: `GET /invitations`, `POST /invitations`, `POST /invitations/redeem`, `POST /invitations/{id}/revoke`, `GET /drivers`, `DELETE /drivers` --- ## Vehicle Info Endpoints ```bash # Vehicle specifications python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py info specs # GET /specs # Vehicle options (original build configuration) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py info options # GET /options # Release notes for current firmware python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py info release-notes # GET /release_notes # Recent vehicle alerts python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py info alerts # GET /recent_alerts # Service data (maintenance history) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py info service # GET /service_data # Warranty details python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py info warranty # GET /warranty_details ``` Fleet API endpoints: `GET /specs`, `GET /options`, `GET /release_notes`, `GET /recent_alerts`, `GET /service_data`, `GET /warranty_details` --- ## Energy Monitoring (Powerwall / Solar) - 12 endpoints If your Tesla account includes Powerwall or solar products, you can monitor and control them. ### List energy sites ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy list # GET /products ``` Shows all energy products on your account (Powerwall, Solar Roof, standalone solar). ### Energy status ```bash # Site info (GET /site_info) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy info # Current energy flow (GET /live_status) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy status # Example output: # Home Energy Status: # Solar: 4.2 kW generating # Powerwall: 87% (10.4 kWh stored) # Grid: Exporting 1.8 kW # Home: Using 2.4 kW # Mode: Self-Powered ``` ### Energy history ```bash # Energy production/consumption history (GET /calendar_history?kind=energy) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy history --days 7 # Watt hours over last 7 days python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy history --months 1 # Monthly summary # Backup events (GET /calendar_history?kind=backup) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy backup-history # Off-grid events log # Wall Connector telemetry (GET /telemetry_history?kind=charge) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy wall-connector-history # Wall Connector charge sessions ``` ### Powerwall controls ```bash # Set backup reserve percentage (POST /backup) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy reserve 20 # Storm watch (POST /storm_mode) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy storm-watch on python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy storm-watch off # Time-of-use settings (POST /time_of_use_settings) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy tou-settings --peak-start 16:00 --peak-end 21:00 # Grid import/export config (POST /grid_import_export) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy grid-config --export on --import on # Off-grid vehicle charging reserve (POST /off_grid_vehicle_charging_reserve) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy vehicle-charge-reserve 50 # Reserve 50% for vehicle charging # Operating mode (POST /operation) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy mode self-powered # Maximize solar self-consumption python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy mode time-based # Optimize for time-of-use rates python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py energy mode backup-only # Reserve for backup only ``` Fleet API endpoints: `GET /products`, `GET /site_info`, `GET /live_status`, `GET /calendar_history?kind=energy`, `GET /calendar_history?kind=backup`, `GET /telemetry_history?kind=charge`, `POST /backup`, `POST /storm_mode`, `POST /time_of_use_settings`, `POST /grid_import_export`, `POST /off_grid_vehicle_charging_reserve`, `POST /operation` --- ## Charging History (3 endpoints) View past charging sessions and invoices. ```bash # Charging history (GET /charging/history) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charging history # All charging sessions python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charging history --days 30 # Last 30 days python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charging history --type supercharger # Supercharger sessions only # Charging invoice (GET /charging/invoice/{id}) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charging invoice # Active charging sessions (GET /charging/sessions) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py charging sessions # Currently active sessions ``` Fleet API endpoints: `GET /charging/history`, `GET /charging/invoice/{id}`, `GET /charging/sessions` --- ## Charge Station Finder Find nearby Tesla Superchargers and destination chargers. ```bash # Find Superchargers near your vehicle's current location python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers nearby # Find chargers near a specific address python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers nearby --address "Seattle, WA" # Find chargers near GPS coordinates python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers nearby --lat 47.6062 --lon -122.3321 # Filter by charger type python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers nearby --type supercharger python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers nearby --type destination # Show availability (stalls in use vs total) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers nearby --availability ``` Example output: ``` Superchargers near Snowflake (4521 Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA): 1. Tesla Supercharger - Bellevue, WA (3.2 mi) 1234 Bellevue Way NE - 12 stalls (8 available) 250 kW - Open 24/7 Navigate: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=47.6101,-122.2015 2. Tesla Supercharger - Renton, WA (5.8 mi) 800 Rainier Ave S - 8 stalls (5 available) 150 kW - Open 24/7 Navigate: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=47.4799,-122.2034 ``` ### Navigate to charger ```bash # Send navigation to the nearest Supercharger directly to your vehicle python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py chargers navigate 1 ``` --- ## V2G / Powershare Tesla's vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and Powershare features allow compatible vehicles to export energy back to the home or grid. ### Status ```bash # Check Powershare status (PowershareStatus telemetry field) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py powershare status # Example output: # Powershare Status: # State: Exporting # Power: 5.2 kW to home # Battery: 72% (reserve set to 50%) ``` ### Compatibility - **Cybertruck:** V2G program available in Texas (launched Feb 2026). Requires Powershare Home Backup Gateway. - **Powerwall 3:** Native bidirectional capability with compatible vehicles. - **Telemetry:** `PowershareStatus` field available via Fleet API telemetry streaming. --- ## Deprecation Warnings The following Fleet API endpoints are deprecated and will be removed in a future API version: | Deprecated Endpoint | Replacement | Notes | |---|---|---| | `set_scheduled_charging` | `add_charge_schedule` / `remove_charge_schedule` | New schedule endpoints support multiple schedules and day-of-week filtering | | `set_scheduled_departure` | `add_precondition_schedule` / `remove_precondition_schedule` | New schedule endpoints support multiple schedules and day-of-week filtering | The skill uses the new endpoints by default. If you have scripts using the old `schedule charge-window` or `schedule precondition` syntax, they have been migrated to the new API automatically. --- ## Location ```bash # Get location as address + GPS coordinates + Google Maps link python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py location # GPS coordinates only (no reverse geocoding) python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py location --gps-only # Example output: # Snowflake Location: # Address: 4521 Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040 # GPS: 47.5707, -122.2220 # Map: https://www.google.com/maps?q=47.5707,-122.2220 # Speed: Parked # Heading: 185 (S) ``` The location command reverse geocodes GPS coordinates to a human-readable street address using the Nominatim API (OpenStreetMap, no API key needed). Falls back to raw GPS if geocoding fails. --- ## Error Recovery ### Authentication expired If your token has expired (after ~30 days without use), you will see: ``` Error: Token expired or revoked ``` Fix: Re-authenticate: ```bash TESLA_EMAIL="you@email.com" python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py auth ``` ### Vehicle asleep Vehicles go to sleep after ~15 minutes of inactivity to save battery. The script automatically wakes the vehicle before sending commands, but if wake fails: ``` Error: Vehicle did not wake up within 30 seconds ``` Fix: Try again - the vehicle may need more time. The script retries up to 3 times with 10-second intervals: ```bash python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py wake # Then retry your command python3 {baseDir}/scripts/tesla.py status ``` If the vehicle is in a deep sleep state (e.g., parked for days), it may take up to 2 minutes to wake. The script handles this automatically with exponential backoff. ### VCP not configured If you see: ``` Error: vehicle_command_protocol_required ``` Your vehicle's firmware requires VCP for commands. See the [VCP setup section](#vehicle-command-protocol-vcp) above. Note that read-only operations (status, location, charge status) still work without VCP. ### Command timeout If a command times out: ``` Error: Command timed out after 30 seconds ``` The vehicle may be in an area with poor cellular connectivity. The command may still execute - check status before retrying. Common in underground parking or remote areas. ### Rate limiting The Tesla Fleet API enforces rate limits. If you see: ``` Error: 429 Too Many Requests ``` Wait 60 seconds before retrying. Avoid polling status more frequently than once per minute. ### Vehicle offline If the vehicle shows as "offline", it has no cellular connection. Commands cannot be sent until it reconnects. This can happen in: - Underground parking garages - Remote areas without cell coverage - When the 12V battery is very low No fix except waiting for the vehicle to regain connectivity. --- ## Example Chat Usage Ask naturally and the skill handles the rest: - "Show me my Tesla dashboard" - "Is my Tesla locked?" - "Lock Stella" - "What's Snowflake's battery level?" - "Where is my Model Y?" - "Turn on the AC in Stella and set it to 72" - "Honk the horn on Snowflake" - "Start charging my car" - "Set the charge limit to 80%" - "Open the frunk" - "Set the charge amps to 16" - "Turn on sentry mode" - "Put Stella in dog mode" - "Enable camp mode" - "Turn on bioweapon defense mode" - "Set a speed limit of 65 mph" - "Enable valet mode with PIN 1234" - "Navigate to Pike Place Market" - "Send the nearest Supercharger to my car's nav" - "Navigate with stops through Portland and San Francisco" - "Play next track" - "Set volume to 5" - "Turn on the seat heater for the driver" - "Turn on the seat cooler for the passenger" - "Turn on the steering wheel heater" - "Set cabin overheat protection to fan only" - "Enable PIN to drive" - "Start remote drive" - "Precondition my car for 7:30 AM on weekdays" - "Schedule charging between 11 PM and 6 AM" - "Find the nearest Supercharger" - "How much solar am I generating right now?" - "What's my Powerwall battery at?" - "Set Powerwall to self-powered mode" - "Turn on storm watch" - "Show my charging history" - "Who has access to my car?" - "Invite user@email.com to drive my Tesla" - "Remove the guest driver" - "Rename my car to Thunder" - "Install the software update now" - "Schedule the software update for 2 hours from now" - "Cancel the software update" - "Play the boombox" - "Open the garage door" - "What are my car's specs?" - "Show the release notes" - "Any recent alerts on my car?" - "What's my warranty status?" - "What's my Powershare status?" - "Show my Wall Connector charging history" --- ## API Reference This skill uses the Tesla Fleet API: - **Endpoint:** `fleet-api.prd.na.vn.cloud.tesla.com` - **Auth:** OAuth2 via `TESLA_EMAIL` with token cached locally - **Python package:** `tesla-fleet-api` (handles Fleet API + VCP automatically) - **Docs:** https://developer.tesla.com/docs/fleet-api The Fleet API replaced the legacy Owner API (tesla-api.timdorr.com) which is no longer functional. ### Command coverage (66 vehicle commands) | Category | Commands | Count | |---|---|---| | Doors/Access | door_lock, door_unlock, actuate_trunk (front/rear), window_control, sun_roof_control, trigger_homelink | 6 | | Charging | charge_start, charge_stop, charge_port_door_open, charge_port_door_close, charge_standard, charge_max_range, set_charge_limit, set_charging_amps, add_charge_schedule, remove_charge_schedule | 10 | | Climate | auto_conditioning_start, auto_conditioning_stop, set_temps, set_preconditioning_max, add_precondition_schedule, remove_precondition_schedule, remote_seat_heater_request, remote_seat_cooler_request, remote_steering_wheel_heater_request, set_bioweapon_mode, set_cabin_overheat_protection, set_climate_keeper_mode | 12 | | Security | set_sentry_mode, set_valet_mode, reset_valet_pin, set_pin_to_drive, speed_limit_activate, speed_limit_deactivate, speed_limit_set_limit, guest_mode, erase_user_data, remote_start_drive | 10 | | Navigation | navigation_request, navigation_gps_request, navigation_sc_request, navigation_waypoints_request | 4 | | Media | media_toggle_playback, media_next_track, media_prev_track, media_next_fav, media_prev_fav, media_volume_down, adjust_volume | 7 | | Other | honk_horn, flash_lights, remote_boombox, set_vehicle_name, schedule_software_update, cancel_software_update | 6 | | **Subtotal** | | **55** | | Sharing | GET/POST /invitations, POST /invitations/redeem, POST /invitations/{id}/revoke, GET /drivers, DELETE /drivers | 6 | | Vehicle Info | GET /specs, /options, /release_notes, /recent_alerts, /service_data, /warranty_details | 6 | | **Total vehicle endpoints** | | **67** | Plus 12 energy endpoints and 3 charging history endpoints for a complete Fleet API integration. --- ## Privacy and Security - All credentials are stored locally on your machine only - OAuth2 refresh token cached in `~/.tesla_cache.json` - No data is sent to any third party - VCP commands are end-to-end encrypted between your machine and the vehicle - Reverse geocoding uses OpenStreetMap Nominatim (sends only GPS coordinates, no account data) - Tokens auto-refresh for ~30 days; re-auth required if unused for longer - PIN-protected commands (valet, speed limit, pin-to-drive) require explicit PIN entry - `erase_user_data` requires `--confirm` flag to prevent accidental data loss