Tesla Model 3: Services & Lights

 







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High Beam Headlights

Use the high beam headlight button on the left side of the steering wheel to control the headlights:

  • Press and quickly release to flash high beam headlights.
  • Press and hold to turn on high beam headlights - touchscreen displays a brief timer and you must hold for the duration of the timer to latch the high beam headlights to the on position. When headlights are on, press the button a second time to turn them off.
Closeup of high beam button on steering yoke.

The following indicator lights are visible on the touchscreen to show the status of the headlights:

A green circular shape with five horizontal, slanted lines coming out of it
Low beam headlights are on.
A blue circular shape with five horizontal lines coming out of it
Illuminates when high beams are on but the Adaptive Headlights setting is turned off or if the Adaptive Headlights setting is turned on but is temporarily unavailable.
A blue circular shape with an A in the middle and five horizontal lines coming out of it
High beams are currently turned on, and Adaptive Headlights is ready automatically adjust based on whether or not Model 3detects a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction.
A gray circular shape with an A in the middle and five horizontal lines coming out of it
Adaptive Headlights is enabled but the high beams are not on. This may be because light is detected in front of Model 3 or because it is daytime (or it is nighttime but there is sufficient ambient light, such as in a parking lot.”
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Relevant Material:”The Maintenance Summary on your vehicle touchscreen provides a record of when common vehicle maintenance actions were last performed and recommends when to perform them next. Maintenance records persist on the vehicle through factory resets, providing a record of previously performed maintenance actions.

The Maintenance Summary displays the following:

  • The last time each maintenance action was performed, if ever
  • Which actions are overdue
  • Which actions are due soon
  • Which actions are due in a while
  • A brief description of each maintenance action

Maintenance Summary allows you to record that there has been a maintenance action, which resets the maintenance interval, if applicable.

Note: Although Tesla may update the Maintenance Summary during a service visit, it is the responsibility of the vehicle's owner to ensure the accuracy of the information, especially for maintenance performed by Independent Repairers or through do-it-yourself means.

Recommended Maintenance Service

Cabin Air Filter

Your Tesla vehicle is equipped with an air filter that prevents pollen, industrial fallout, road dust and other particles from entering through the vents.

Schedule may be different depending on the environment. To check if your vehicle needs cabin air filter replacement and for the latest recommended schedule, tap ‘Controls’ > ‘Service’ > ‘Maintenance’ on your vehicle touchscreen.

Note: To access this feature, the vehicle must have software version 2024.44.25 or later.

We recommend the following cabin air filter replacement schedule:

Model SReplace your cabin air filter every 3 years.1
Model 3Replace your cabin air filter every 2 years.
Model XReplace your cabin air filter every 3 years.1
Model YReplace your cabin air filter every 2 years.

Cybertruck is not fitted with a standard cabin air filter.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filter

If your Tesla vehicle is equipped with HEPA, we recommend replacing the HEPA filter and the carbon filter every 3 years.

For Cybertruck, we recommend replacing the HEPA filter every 2 years or every year in cases of off-road or dirt road driving.

Schedule may be different depending on the environment. To check if your vehicle needs HEPA filter replacement and for the latest recommended schedule, tap ‘Controls’ > ‘Service’ > ‘Maintenance’ on your vehicle touchscreen.

Note: To access this feature, the vehicle must have software version 2024.44.25 or later.

Tire Rotation

Aggressive driving can lead to accelerated tire wear and may require more frequent tire service. Tire rotation helps maintain even treadwear amongst your Tesla vehicle’s tires which can help maximize overall tire life. We recommend rotating your tires every 10,000 km or if the difference of tread depth between two of your tires is 1.5 mm or greater, whichever comes first.

Wheel Balancing

Wheels that are unbalanced can impact handling, tire life and steering components. Wheel balancing is a service that ensures an even weight distribution within your vehicle’s tire and wheel assembly. We recommend scheduling wheel balancing for your Tesla vehicle, as needed. Your Tesla vehicle may require a wheel balancing service if you notice any vibration in the steering wheel while driving.

Wheel Alignment

Misaligned wheels can also impact handling, tire life and steering components. Wheel alignment is a service that ensures that your vehicle’s tires are positioned correctly. We recommend scheduling wheel alignment for your Tesla vehicle, as needed. Your Tesla vehicle may require a wheel alignment if you notice any of the following:

  • Uneven wear on your tires
  • Vehicle pulls left or right while the steering wheel is held straight

Wheel alignment is also recommended after installing a new set of tires on your Tesla vehicle.

Tire and Wheel Configuration

If your vehicle’s tires and/or wheels were recently serviced, we recommend resetting the tire and/or wheel configuration to improve the driving experience.

Reset the tire and/or wheel configuration in your vehicle touchscreen by following these steps:

  1. Tap ‘Controls.’
  2. Tap ‘Service’ > ‘Wheel & Tire.’
  3. To reset the tire configuration, tap ‘Tires.’
  4. To reset the wheel configuration, tap ‘Wheels.’

Refer to tire manufacturer's owner manuals and warranty documentation for additional details.

Brake Fluid Test

We recommend testing your brake fluid for contamination by scheduling a Tesla service appointment every 4 years and replacing as needed.

Note: Heavy brake usage due to towing, mountain descents or performance driving – especially for vehicles in hot and humid environments – may require more frequent brake fluid checks and replacements.

Air Conditioning Service

Air conditioning service replaces the A/C desiccant bag for better longevity and efficiency of your air conditioning system.

A/C desiccant bag replacement is still recommended for Tesla vehicles without heat pumps. View if your vehicle is equipped with a heat pump by tapping ‘Controls’ > ‘Software > ‘Additional Vehicle Information’ on your vehicle touchscreen. If your vehicle is equipped with a heat pump, check if your vehicle needs A/C desiccant bag replacement and the latest recommended schedule by tapping ‘Controls’ > ‘Service’ > ‘Maintenance’ on your vehicle touchscreen.

We recommend the following air conditioning service schedule:

Model SScheduled replacement is not required.2
Model 3Scheduled replacement is not required.2
Model XScheduled replacement is not required.2
Model YScheduled replacement is not required.
CybertruckReplace your A/C desiccant bag every 8 years.

Windshield Camera Area Precision Cleaning

Cleaning the inside of the windshield in the camera area is vital for clear visibility and optimal camera function. When needed, we recommend scheduling a service appointment to have the inside of the windshield cleaned. To check if your vehicle needs cleaning for the windshield camera area, review the Maintenance Summary by tapping ‘Controls’ > ‘Service’ > ‘Maintenance’ on your vehicle touchscreen.

Winter Care

We recommend cleaning and lubricating all brake calipers every 12 months or 20,000 km if you’re in an area where roads are salted during winter.

High Voltage Battery Maintenance

If your high voltage battery requires maintenance, your vehicle will alert you by displaying a message on the vehicle touchscreen indicating you should schedule a service visit.

The high voltage battery system must be serviced only by a trained technician. Under no circumstances should you open or tamper with the battery. Do not disassemble, remove or replace high voltage components, cables or connectors.

How to Schedule a Service Visit

Schedule a service visit in the Tesla app.

Frequently Asked QuestionsShow All

1 For Model S and Model X vehicles produced in 2012-2020, we recommend replacing the cabin air filter every 2 years.

2 We recommend A/C desiccant bag replacement for Tesla vehicles without heat pumps. For Model S vehicles produced in 2012-2020, we recommend replacing your A/C desiccant bag every 2 years. For Model 3 vehicles produced in 2017-2023 without heat pumps, we recommend replacing your A/C desiccant bag every 6 years. For Model X vehicles produced in 2015-2020”  (https://www.tesla.com/en_ca/support/vehicle-maintenance)

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Relevant Insurance Coverage: 
a) Auto Insurance: 
i. Collision
ii. Direct Compensation 
iii. Liability Coverage 
iv. Uninsured Automobile

b) Life Insurance: 
i. Freedom Of Choice 
ii. Accidental and hospitalization benefits 
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