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.
2024 Tesla Model 3 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 9.03 OZS. | 0.26 L | POE ND-11 Air Conditioning Oil | CAUTION: Select the corresponding refrigerant oil model according to different types of compressors. Do not mix different types of A/C system oil of different models at the same time. These types are used by Tesla Service Centers: Hanon: RB100EV. Sanden: RB100EV. Denso: ND-11. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.25 LBS. | 1.02 KG | R-134a or R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant | 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. 1012403-00B, Refrigerant: R134a. 2006643-00A Refrigerant: R-1234yf | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Gearbox, Front Drive Unit (3DU) | 1.37 QTS. | 1.29 L | KAF1 Gear Fluid | KAF 1 (part number 1646886-02-A or 1646886-04-A). | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Gearbox, Rear Drive Unit (3DU) | 2.22 QTS. | 2.1 L | KAF1 Gear Fluid | KAF 1 (part number 1646886-02-A or 1646886-04-A). | S | |
| Brake Fluid | Dry Fill | 1.03 QTS. | 0.97 L | DOT 4 BASF Hydraulic 404 (part number 1012041-10-C) is the recommended brake fluid | If DOT 4 BASF Hydraulan 404 is not available, DOT 3 Dow 372LB (part number 1060099-00-A) can be used alternatively. NOTE: The brake fluid filler cap is marked DOT 3. This is the minimum requirement and does not state to only use DOT 3 brake fluid. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | RWD | Dry Fill,2170 E1 | 17.22 QTS. | 16.29 L | Ethylene Glycol Coolant - 50/50 mix - 1 Gallon 1029320-00-A | 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 |
| Engine Coolant | RWD | Dry Fill,SR LFP60 | 15.43 QTS. | 14.6 L | Ethylene Glycol Coolant - 50/50 mix - 1 Gallon 1029320-00-A | 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 |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Approved TESLA Windshield Washer Fluid | S | |||
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.