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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Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift
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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
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Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the bolts (x9) that attach the front aero shield panel to the
vehicle.
Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the front aero shield panel to the
vehicle, and then remove the panel from the vehicle
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Headlight - LH (Remove and Replace)
Headlight - LH- Remove
It is recommended that the vehicle be powered down before executing headlight
replacement to ensure that the new headlights are recognized during vehicle
firmware update.
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the rear underhood ap
