Tesla Model S: Tire Care and Maintenance
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Tire Care and Maintenance
- Displaying Tire Pressures
- Inspecting and Maintaining Tires
- Replacing Tires and Wheels
- Tire Pressure Monitoring
- Seasonal Tire Types
- Driving in Low Temperatures
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Displaying Tire Pressures
Display tire pressures on the touchscreen by touching
Controls > Service. The pressure of each tire displays in
the visualization of your Model S, in addition to what
time your tire pressures we
Inspecting and Maintaining Tires
Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for any sign of
distortion (bulges), foreign objects, cuts or wear.
WARNING: Do not drive Model S if a tire is
damaged, excessively worn, or inflated to
Replacing Tires and Wheels
Tires degrade over time due to the effects of ultraviolet
light, extreme temperatures, high loads, and
environmental conditions. It is recommended that tires
are replaced every six years, or sooner
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Pipe - Low Pressure - Charge Port (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the low pressure temperature transducer connector.
Remove the bolt that secures the low pressure pipe to the
compressor (torque 15 Nm).
Electrical system power reduced
Vehicle may shut down unexpectedly
The electrical system cannot maintain the voltage required to support all
vehicle features.
If this alert is present while you are driving, it is possible your vehicle will
shut down unexpectedly. It is also possible
that your vehicle will not restart after the
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