Tesla Model 3: Cold Weather Best Practices
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The following best practices can help ensure
that you have the best ownership experience
possible in harsh cold weather conditions.
Before Driving
Warm the cabin and Battery ahead of
departure fo
Cold weather can increase energy
consumption because more power is required
for driving, cabin and Battery heating. Follow
these suggestions to reduce energy
consumption:
Using the seat heater
In severe winter conditions, ice buildup within
the door handle can prevent the door handle
from opening. The process for freeing a Model
3 door handle is slightly different than other
door handle
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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 and
use extreme caution when
Remove
Open the LH front door.
Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH middle A-Pillar trim panel. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
Release the topmost clip on the LH lower A-pillar