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
Technical Service Bulletins
- Battery Management Systems
- Body Interior
- Update Vehicle Software To Improve Certain FSD Beta Driving Maneuvers (SB-23-00-001 R1)
- Update Vehicle Software To Correct Automatic Window Reversal (SB-22-70-002)
- Replace Occupant Classification System (OCS) Of Front Passenger Seat While Sb-23-20-002 Servicing SUBCOMPONENTS (SB-23-20-002)
- Retrofit Hydraulic Control Unit Wake-Up Wire, Model 3 (Lead-Acid Battery) (SB-22-33-002)
- Brakes Control Systems
- Charging Systems
- Collision/Avoidance
- Exterior Body Panels
- Exterior Lights
- Front Suspension
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Headlights
- Interior/Exterior Trim
- Passive Restraints
- Seats
- Starter
- Window Motors & Regulators
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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