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 S 100DFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-1234yf | 1.61 LBS. | 0.73 KG | R-1234yf | Depending on its intended sales region, the air conditioning system is filled with R134a or 1234yf refrigerant. If available, you can refer to the label on the RH front trunk trim. All fluid capacities are approximate. | S | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-134a | 1.70 LBS. | 0.77 KG | R-134a | Depending on its intended sales region, the air conditioning system is filled with R134a or 1234yf refrigerant. If available, you can refer to the label on the RH front trunk trim. All fluid capacities are approximate. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Front, Raven | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | Front drive unit part number 1035000-00-F and earlier: Mobil SHC 629. Front drive unit part number 1035000-00-J and later: SK lubricant 212-B – quart (part number 1031106-00-A). Front drive unit part number 1478100-XX-X and later: Lubricant, EDF2 (part number 1616951-00-A), or ATF-9. SK Lubricant 422313 (part number 1135241-00-A). | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Front, small drive unit | 1.85 QTS. | 1.75 L | Front drive unit part number 1035000-00-F and earlier: Mobil SHC 629. Front drive unit part number 1035000-00-J and later: SK lubricant 212-B – quart (part number 1031106-00-A). Front drive unit part number 1478100-XX-X and later: Lubricant, EDF2 (part number 1616951-00-A), or ATF-9. SK Lubricant 422313 (part number 1135241-00-A). | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Rear, large drive unit | 1.48 QTS. | 1.4 L | SK Lubricant 212-B | Part number 1031106-00-A | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Rear, small drive unit, both with and without oil pump | 2.40 QTS. | 2.27 L | SK Lubricant 212-B | Part number 1031106-00-A | S | |
| Brake Fluid | Dry Fill | 1.03 QTS. | 0.97 L | DOT 3 372LB | Part number 1060099-00-A is the recommended brake fluid. Only use new fluid from sealed containers. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | N/A | N/A | Ethylene Glycol Coolant - 50/50 mix - 1 Gallon 1029320-00-A | Approximate Dry Fill Coolant Capacity: 18.20 qts - 20.92 qts. The overall concentration of ethylene glycol should not fall below 50% by volume to make sure that the anti-corrosion properties of the coolant are maintained. | S | ||
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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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