2025-10-16

Vehicle Health Check

Correction code 00030410 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

Warning

This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

2025-10-15: Released new procedure.

Inspect front external lights

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Look for cosmetic damages and humidity ingress
Inspect rear external lights

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Look for cosmetic damages and humidity ingress, it is acceptable for taillights to have some condensation
Link to procedure: 686540f6e03b756b141c53ec
Inspect windshield for rock chips and cracks

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No damage in the driver’s viewing area, airbag impact area, forward camera viewing area, or within 50 mm of the edge allowed, No more than 3 cracks or chips to the glass allowed
Check all emergency release cables and switches

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Front door releases, Trunk release, Use caution with front door releases as door glass will not drop and could damage seals or bright molding
Function check chargeport door (5 cycles)

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5x cycles, Inspect and note functionality full range of motion, touch to open, and indicator light. Look for interference with other components, noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Open liftgate

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Observe for proper latch operation
Close trunk
Function check LH front door (exterior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the door handle operation and full range of motion of the door, From outside look for interference with brightwork and door to body, Note noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check LH front door (interior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the interior door release, puddle lamps, and manual release cable, From inside look for interference with other components, noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check all windows from the master switch

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Document any abnormal operation/noises
Function check LH rear door (exterior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the door handle operation and full range of motion of the door, From outside look for interference with brightwork and door to body, Note noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check LH rear door (interior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the interior door release, and puddle lamps, From inside look for interference with other components, noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check LH rear window

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Inspect and note functionality for the window switch, and full range of motion of the window with door closed
Function check RH rear door (exterior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the door handle operation and full range of motion of the door, From outside look for interference with brightwork and door to body, Note noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check RH rear door (interior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the interior door release and puddle lamps, From inside look for interference with other components, noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check RH rear window

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Inspect and note functionality for the window switch, and full range of motion of the window with door closed
Function check RH front door (exterior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the door handle operation and full range of motion of the door, From outside look for interference with brightwork and door to body, Note noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check RH front door (interior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the interior door release, puddle lamps, and manual release cable, From inside look for interference with other components, noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Function check RH front window

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Inspect and note functionality for the window switch, and full range of motion of the window with door closed
Function check all driver controls

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Shift stalk, turn signals, steering wheel scroll wheels, horns
Open glove box through UI

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via Controls > Glovebox
Close glove box
Function check power folding side mirrors

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Fold mirrors in/out, Check adjustment of glass
Function check LH front seat

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Check full range of motion of seat, Test lumbar and seat heat/cooling
Function check LH front seat belt

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Latch and unlatch buckle, Quickly pull retractor to check locking function
Fold the 60 seat in down position
Fold 60 seat into vertical position

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Remove seat protection
Fold the 40 seat in down position
Fold the 40 seat into vertical position
Function check the rear seat belts

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Latch and unlatch buckles, Quickly pull retractors to check locking function
Function check the RH front seat belt

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Latch and unlatch buckle, Quickly pull retractor to check locking function
Function check RH front seat

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Check full range of motion of seat
Verify operation of windshield wipers and nozzles

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Ensure hood and doors are closed prior to activating wipers, Inspect and note functionality for wipers and wiper jets, Check for full range of motion, speed of motion, interference with other components, noises such as creaks, groans and clicks, pauses or incomplete actions
Link to procedure: 67b88c8a83ed950e257a16e3
Open hood

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Press "Open" button on touchscreen to release latch, Lift lid manually
Fill washer reservoir with fluid
Remove rear apron

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12x clips, Only store rear apron visible face upwards
Remove cabin intake upper duct assembly

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3x clips, Some configurations may come with 4x clips
Remove closeout panel from frunk assembly

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4x clips, 1x connector, Frunk safety switch, 3x guide tabs, Grab closeout panel from bottom then pull it upward to release clips, Disconnect switch
Remove frunk assembly carpet

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Note: Not all Model 3 vehicles have a frunk carpet installed
Remove bolts securing frunk assembly

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7x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove frunk assembly from vehicle

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12x clips, Replace any clips if broken or missing, Number of clips may vary on older vehicles
Perform inspection of under hood area

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Perform inspection of vehicle under hood area, Check for signs of abnormal damage, wear, heavy rust, wiring damage, or impact damage, Pay attention to safety related component and note any items of significance
Visually inspect brake fluid level
Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary

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Ensure that fluid level is at Max line
Raise and support vehicle
Remove LH front wheel center cap

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1x cap
Remove RH front wheel center cap

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1x cap
Remove RH rear wheel center cap

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1x cap
Remove RH rear wheel center cap

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1x cap
Remove LH rear wheel center cap

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1x cap
Loosen LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Loosen RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Loosen RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Loosen LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Raise vehicle partially and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, Otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Inspect radiator inlet in front fascia for debris

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Clear debris if necessary
Remove LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install brake rotor run out flex bar onto LH rear knuckle and setup for reading

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Pay attention to the clamp location and the routing of the flex bar, firmly connect the indicator rod to the upper link bolt head, fnsure the indicator rod is properly depressed, allowing travel in both directions without bottoming out and set the measurement to zero
Install brake rotor run out flex bar onto LH rear knuckle and setup for reading

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Pay attention to the clamp location and the routing of the flex bar, firmly connect the indicator rod to the upper link bolt head, fnsure the indicator rod is properly depressed, allowing travel in both directions without bottoming out and set the measurement to zero
Remove brake rotor run out flex bar from LH knuckle assembly
Install brake rotor run out flex bar onto RH rear knuckle and setup for reading

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Pay attention to the clamp location and the routing of the flex bar, firmly connect the indicator rod to the upper link bolt head, fnsure the indicator rod is properly depressed, allowing travel in both directions without bottoming out and set the measurement to zero
Inspect RH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint play

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Insert medium size prybar between the aft link and the knuckle and push to check, make sure the prybar is pushing the noted area in the middle of the link's side, this will give proper measurement and avoid link rotation. Note the values of the analog indicator, replace RH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint if the play is greater than 1,00mm
Remove brake rotor run out flex bar from RH knuckle assembly
Measure and record LH rear brake pad thickness

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Recommend replacement if 2mm or less, Check both inboard and outboard pads
Inspect LH rear brake rotor condition

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Check for excessive rust or wear, Minimum spec 26mm
Measure and record RH rear brake pad thickness

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Recommend replacement if 2 mm or less, Check both inboard and outboard pads
Inspect RH rear brake rotor condition

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Check for excessive rust or wear, Minimum spec 26mm
Measure and record RH front brake pad thickness

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Recommend replacement if 2mm or less, Check both inboard and outboard pads
Inspect RH front brake rotor condition

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Check for excessive rust or wear, Minimum spec 30mm
Measure and record LH front brake pad thickness

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Recommend replacement if 2mm or less, Check both inboard and outboard pads
Inspect LH front brake rotor condition

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Check for excessive rust or wear, Minimum spec 30mm
Perform visual inspection of all brake pipes and hoses

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Pay special attention to brake junction points
Record tread depth for LH front tire

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Measure and record the outer, center, and inner tread depths, Measure the circumferential tire grooves only, Do not place the tire tread gauge probe on the molded treadwear indicators, Recommend replacement if tread depth is 4/32in (3mm) or less
Record tread depth for RH front tire

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Measure and record the outer, center, and inner tread depths, Measure the circumferential tire grooves only, Do not place the tire tread gauge probe on the molded treadwear indicators, Recommend replacement if tread depth is 4/32in (3mm) or less
Record tread depth for LH rear tire

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Measure and record the outer, center, and inner tread depths, Measure the circumferential tire grooves only, Do not place the tire tread gauge probe on the molded treadwear indicators, Recommend replacement if tread depth is 4/32in (3mm) or less
Record tread depth for RH rear tire

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Measure and record the outer, center, and inner tread depths, Measure the circumferential tire grooves only, Do not place the tire tread gauge probe on the molded treadwear indicators, Recommend replacement if tread depth is 4/32in (3mm) or less
Check all four tire pressures manually

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4x tires, 4x caps, Set to specification if necessary, Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" label located on the driver side B-pillar, Inspect wheels and tires for any bulges or damage while checking/setting pressures
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Perform inspection of steering components

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Check steering gear joints and electrical connections, Verify components are not bent or damaged
Perform visual inspection of HV battery enclosure

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Check for any dents, scrapes, or other damage
Remove outer fasteners securing front aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove front aero shield

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2x nuts, 15mm, 5 Nm
Remove rear aero shield

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13x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Perform visual inspection of underside of vehicle for any coolant leaks

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Pay special attention to hose connection points
Perform inspection of vehicle underside components front and rear

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Perform inspection of vehicle underside front and rear, Check for signs of abnormal damage, wear, heavy rust, wiring damage, or impact damage, Pay attention to safety related component and note any items of significance
Perform inspection of suspension components

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Check conditions of ball joints and bushings, etc, Inspect for any loose fasteners, Carefully apply pressure with a pry bar as needed
Inspect all rear lateral and compliance link's rubber bushing

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Look for cracks on the rubber partcompare the location according to the images and follow the guide: Damage is contained to the green zone: Do not replace the part• Damage is in the yellow zone on one side of the bushing: Do not replace the part• Damage is in the yellow zone on both sides of the bushing: Part needs replacement• Damage is in the red zone: Part needs replacement
Install rear aero shield

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13x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Apply Loctite 222 to bolts before installing
Position front aero shield to vehicle and install nuts

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2x nuts, 15mm, 5 Nm
Apply Loctite 222 onto front aero shield bolts and install outer fasteners to front aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Lower vehicle partially

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
Install LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool, Torque at later step
Lower vehicle until tires are touching ground

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Raise lift off locks, Then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
Torque LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Torque RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Torque RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Torque LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install LH rear wheel center cap

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1x cap, Verify emblem is aligned with valve stem
Install RH rear wheel center cap

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1x cap, Verify emblem is aligned with valve stem
Install RH front wheel center cap

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1x cap, Verify emblem is aligned with valve stem
Install LH front wheel center cap

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1x cap, Verify emblem is aligned with valve stem
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower rack arms fully and remove from under vehicle
Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
Check for active alerts

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Check alert using UI via service mode > active alerts" to "Check alerts using UI via Service Mode > Service Alerts > Active Alerts
Update vehicle firmware if available

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Select the clock on the center display, or go to the Software tab, then select install now to start firmware update. Select Install Now, Tap count down timer until clock runs down to 0, Check the center display and ensure the firmware package is installing
Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_EXIT-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)

Vehicle Health Check

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