Model Y / Displays & settings

Tesla Model Y: how to change screen brightness and dark mode

2 min readReviewed 25 October 2026

CHECK YOUR CARTesla Model Y 2025+; North America online owner's manual, software 2026.32, checked 25 October 2026.

Auto also responds to surrounding light. Avoid changing display settings while driving.

THE QUICK ANSWER

Use Controls > Display to select Light, Dark or Auto and adjust Brightness.

Step by step

1Open DisplayWhile parked, open Controls > Display.
2Choose the appearanceSelect Dark for a dark interface, Light for a light one, or Auto.
3Set brightnessMove the Brightness slider to a comfortable level and check readability.

Tick steps as you go. Your progress stays in this tab.

Will the car remember brightness?+

Yes, the manual says the preference is remembered.

SOURCES & SCOPE

Written from the official references below, reviewed on 25 October 2026. This is a source-based guide, not a claim of hands-on vehicle testing.

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