Recommended Maintenance Service

Please check your Owner’s Manual for latest maintenance recommendations for your Tesla. When your Tesla comes in the shop it is placed into Service Mode with our Factory Tesla Equipment. Services are documented and uploaded to CarFax.

Cabin Air Filter

Your Tesla is equipped with an air filter that prevents pollen, industrial fallout, road dust and other particles from entering through the vents. Tesla recommends the following cabin air filter replacement schedule:

• Model 3: Tesla recommends replacing your cabin air filter every 2 years.
• Model Y: Tesla recommends replacing your cabin air filter every 2 years.
• Model S: Tesla recommends replacing your cabin air filter every 3 years.*
• Model X: Tesla recommends replacing your cabin air filter every 3 years.* 

* For Model S and Model X vehicles produced in 2012-2020, Tesla recommends replacing the cabin air filter every 2 years.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filter

If your Tesla is equipped with a HEPA filter, Tesla recommends replacing it every 3 years.

Wiper Blades 

Tire Rotation, Balance and Wheel Alignment

Tesla recommends rotating your tires every 6,250 miles or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in or greater, whichever comes first. Aggressive driving can lead to premature tire wear and may require more frequent tire service. Unbalanced and misaligned wheels affect handling, tire life and steering components. Refer to tire manufacturer’s owner manuals and warranty documentation for additional details.

Brake Fluid Test

Tesla recommends testing your brake fluid for contamination every 2 years and replacing as needed.

Air Conditioning Service

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

• Model 3: Tesla recommends an A/C desiccant bag replacement every 6 years. 
• Model Y: Tesla recommends an A/C desiccant bag replacement every 4 years.
• Model S: Tesla recommends an A/C desiccant bag replacement every 3 years.
• Model X: Tesla recommends an A/C desiccant bag replacement every 3 years.

** Tesla recommends an A/C desiccant bag replacement every 2 years for Model S vehicles produced in 2012-2020 and every 4 years for Model X vehicles produced in 2012-2020.

Winter Care

Tesla recommends cleaning and lubricating all brake calipers every 12 months or 12,500 mi for cars in cold weather regions.

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