Tesla Model 3: Evaporator (Clean)
Tesla Model 3 2017-2025 Service Manual / Thermal Management / Refrigerant System / Evaporator (Clean)
Remove
- Remove the cabin filters. See Remove.
- Attach the hose to the evaporator cleaner bottle.
- Insert the hose in the HVAC filter housing, and then spray the entire bottle on the evaporator.
Note: Be sure to coat the entire evaporator with the cleaning solution.
- Let the cleaning solution sit on the evaporator for 15 minutes.
Install
- Install new cabin filters. See Install
- Once the cleaning solution has sat for 15 minutes, turn on the A/C, set the temperature to LO, set the fan speed to the highest setting, and turn off air recirculation
HVAC drain on Dual Motor vehicle shown, RWD vehicle HVAC drain is in
the same location
- The cleaning foam will exit through the HVAC drain. End this procedure once clean water is observed exiting the HVAC drain.
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Remove
Remove the HVAC assembly. See
HVAC Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Put the HVAC assembly on a working surface. Make sure that the HVAC
assembly is on its side with the
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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
Charging Instructions
Opening the Charge Port
The charge port is located on the left side of
Model 3, behind a door that is part of the rear
tail light assembly. Before charging, park
Model 3 to ensure that the charge cable easily
reaches the charge port.
With Model 3 unlocked (or an authenticated
phone is within
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