Tesla Model 3: Inspection and Service
Maintenance Service
Maintenance Service and Intervals
Note: Use this information to determine the maintenance procedures and intervals that Tesla recommends.
Brake Fluid Check
Check the condition of the brake fluid every 2 years.
Brake Fluid Flush
Perform the brake fluid flush when the brake fluid check indicates that the brake fluid needs to be replaced. See Brake Fluid Bleed / Flush.
A/C Desiccant Bag Replacement
Replace the A/C desiccant bag every 6 years. See Receiver Dryer and Desiccant (Remove and Replace).
Cabin Air Filter Replacement
Replace the cabin air filter every 2 years for all countries except China. In China, recommended replacement is every year. See Filter - Cabin (Remove and Replace).
Tire Rotation
Rotate the tires at 2/32 in. (1.5 mm) or greater depth difference. Tire rotation might not be applicable on vehicles equipped with staggered wheel fitment or directional tires. See Tire Rotation..
Wheel Alignment Check
Perform a wheel alignment check if tires are wearing unevenly or customer complaints that the vehicle is pulling. See Four Wheel Alignment (Check).
Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers
Clean and lubricate the brake caliper pad slides every year only for cold weather regions or areas where road salt is used.
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Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer
models, and might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings and cautions
might be missing. Follow safety requirements a
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Lane Assist
The Autopilot cameras and ultrasonic sensors
monitor the markers on the lane you are
driving in as well as the areas surrounding
Model 3 for the presence of vehicles or other
objects.
When an object is detected in your blind spot
or close to the side of Model 3 (such as a
vehicle, guard rai
Blower Motor - HVAC (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the HVAC assembly. See
HVAC Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Remove the screws that attach the HVAC fan motor to the HVAC assembly,
and then remove the motor from the HVAC assembly.
Install
Position the HVAC fan motor on the HVAC assembly.
Install the screws that at
