TESLA Warning

APS-W024

APS_w024_ECU_Watchdog_Reset

Also written as APS_W024 / APS W024 / APS_w024_ECU_Watchdog_Reset / aps_w024_ecu_watchdog_reset

System
APS
Autopilot System
Type
Warning
Category
ADAS
Severity
Warning

Why does the exact Tesla alert ID matter?

Record the exact alert ID, including underscores, suffixes, and companion alerts. Tesla alerts that look similar can point to different modules, timestamps, and service procedures.

What does APS-W024 mean?

Tesla warning code in the Autopilot System (APS) module. Watchdog timer expired APS watchdog timer expires Clears on reset Causes APS to reboot

Original Description

Watchdog timer expired APS watchdog timer expires Clears on reset Causes APS to reboot

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • Autopilot System alert: Watchdog timer expired APS watchdog timer expires Clears on reset Causes APS to reboot
  • Camera or sensor obstruction notification on the touchscreen
  • Autopilot features greyed out in the drive settings menu

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Check all cameras and sensors for dirt, ice, or obstructions — clean if needed
  2. 2 Reboot the vehicle
  3. 3 Check for OTA updates (Autopilot improvements are frequently delivered OTA)
  4. 4 Schedule service if Autopilot remains unavailable after cleaning and rebooting

Severity Notes

APS-W024 is a Warning in the Autopilot System system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.

Other APS Codes

APS_w002 APS_w003 APS_w004 APS_w005 APS_w006 APS_w007 APS_w008 APS_w009
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