Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Service Mode Plus: Procedure
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect) NOTE: Upon successful connection, Service Mode Plus will be enabled, and the "Service Mode Plus" watermark will appear on the touchscreen.
- When finished performing the tasks that required Service Mode Plus, touch the Exit Service Mode
button at the top of the Service Mode menu.NOTE: If the Exit Service Mode button is not visible, touch and hold the Tesla "T" at the top of the touchscreen, and then type "service" into the prompt.
- Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect)
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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