Fluids and Capacities

  • 2024-03-29: Added new Gearbox Fluid section.
  • 2024-03-27: Updated DOT 4 BASF Hydraulan 404 as the approved brake fluid.
  • 2024-03-19: Added compressor oil density note and leak detection kit info.
  • 2024-03-06: Added 1646886-02-A KAF 1 gearbox fluid.
  • 2024-02-28: Updated windshield washer fluid part numbers for North America.
  • 2024-02-27: Updated gearbox fluid to KAF 1 and added 1119779-00-A G48 coolant for EMEA.
  • 2024-02-23: Updated A/C refrigerant oil specifications.
  • 2024-01-08: Added part numbers of refrigerant and coolant for China only.
  • 2023-05-30: Updating KAF gearbox fluid part number.
  • 2023-04-04: Updated information on A/C oil type to be used.
  • 2023-03-29: Rephrased brake fluid recommendation.
  • 2023-03-23: Updated information on DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluid.
  • 2023-03-15: Added part numbers for gearbox fluid.

Fluids

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CAUTION
The fluids provided in the table below represent the fluids used and approved for use. Using alternative fluids that are not approved by Tesla is done at the risk of the individual repairer and any damage that occurs as a result is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or Used Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Component / System

Description

Air Conditioning

Depending on its intended sales region, the air conditioning system is filled with R134a or R1234yf refrigerant.

  • 1012403-00-B, REFRIGERANT, R134a
  • 2006643-00-A, REFRIGERANT, R1234yf

For China only, please use the following refrigerant:

  • 1065472-10-A, REFRIGERANT, R134A 13.5KG CYLINDER

If oil needs to be added to the air conditioning system, use the appropriate oil as specified below.

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CAUTION
Select the corresponding refrigerant oil type according to different types of compressors. Do not mix different types of A/C system oil.
  • Hanon or Sanden compressor type: use RB100EV A/C oil (part number 1994534-00-A or 1031093-01-A)
  • Denso compressor type: use ND-11 A/C oil (part number 1031093-00-A or 1108849-00-A).
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Note
For calculations, both ND-11 and RB100EV compressor oils have a density of 0.98 grams/ml at 15°C.
  • Given a value in grams, divide by 0.98 to find the value in ml (milliliters or cc).
  • Given a value in ml (milliliters or cc), multiply by 0.98 to find the value in grams.
If ultraviolet dye needs to be added to the system to troubleshoot a leak, the following leak detector injection kit and refill leak detector dye are Tesla-approved for all Tesla refrigerant systems.

Brake Fluid

DOT 4 BASF Hydraulan 404 (part number 1012041-10-C) is the approved brake fluid.

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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.
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CAUTION
Only use new fluid from sealed containers.

Coolant

The cooling system contains an ethylene glycol (phosphate and nitrate free) based coolant.

  • 1029320-00-A, ETHYLENE GLYCOL COOLANT - 50/50 MIX - 1 Gallon
  • 1061466-00-A, ETHYLENE GLYCOL COOLANT - 50/50 MIX - 55 Gallon Drum

For China only, please use the following coolant:

  • 1012820-10-A, COOLANT, ETHYLENE GLYCOL, 50/50 MIX, 4L
For EMEA only, please use the following coolant:
  • 1119779-00-A, G48 Coolant – 50/50 MIX 1 Liter

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.

Concentrations of ethylene glycol greater than 60% are not recommended as cooling efficiency will be impaired.

G-48 coolant is a pre-mixed 50/50 solution of ethylene glycol and water. The coolant is ready to use. Do not add water.

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CAUTION
Tesla cannot provide warranties for any type of coolant other than or Tesla G-48 coolant. Use of other coolants is at your own risk.

Electrical Joint Compound

Penetrox A-13 electrical joint compound (part number 1089974-00-A).

Gearbox Fluid

 To reduce gearbox fluid variances and improve drive unit efficiency, service centers are to transition to KAF1 gearbox fluid for all vehicle drive units. When refilling or topping up drive unit gearboxes, first deplete supplies of the specified SK 212-B, ATF-9, and EDF2 gearbox fluids, and only then substitute with KAF1. KAF1 gearbox fluid is fully backwards compatible with the SK 212-B, ATF-9, and EDF2 gearbox fluids, and incidental mixing of the specified fluid with KAF1 is permitted. Eventually, service centers will only stock KAF1 fluid.
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CAUTION
SK 212-B gearbox fluid is reddish, ATF-9 and EDF2 fluids are dark purple, and KAF1 fluid is amber colored. If you are unable to determine what fluid is in the drive unit, refill or top up with only KAF1. Do not mix SK 212, ATF-9, or EDF2 gearbox fluids with each other.
  • For all 3DU drive units up to and including Model Year 2023 use ATF-9 (part number 1135241-00-A) or EDF2 (part number 1616951-00-A) or ultimately, KAF1 (part number 1646886-02-A or 1646886-04-A)
  • For all 3DU drive units Model Year 2024 and later use KAF1 (part number 1646886-02-A or 1646886-04-A)
  • For all 4DU drive units use KAF1 (part number 1646886-02-A or 1646886-04-A)

Windshield Washer Fluid

 North America:

Any Tesla approved ethanol-based windshield washer fluid, including, but not limited to:

  • 1973926-00-A, TESLA WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLVENT ETHANOL 1G 4/CS
  • 1973925-00-A , TESLA WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLVENT ETHANOL 55G DRUM
Europe, Middle East, Africa:

Any Tesla approved ethanol-based windshield washer fluid, including, but not limited to:

  • 1508086-99-A (ETHANOL BULK WASHER FLUID -40C)
  • 1508086-98-A (ETHANOL TOTE WASHER FLUID -40C)
  • 1508086-01-A (WASHER FLUID ETHANOL BULK -30C FREEZE)
  • 1508086-00-A (WASHER FLUID ETHANOL TOTE -30C FREEZE)
Asia-Pacific:

Any Tesla approved windshield washer fluid, including, but not limited to:

  • 1119197-00-A (SOLVENT, WURTH, WINDSHIELD WASHER 1L)
  • 1089984-05-A (SOLVENT, WURTH, RAPID WINDSHIELD WASHER, 32ML)
  • 1089984-00-A (SOLVENT, WURTH, WINDSHIELD WASHER, GAT, 30L)

Capacities

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Note
The capacities provided in the table below are the capacities used during manufacturing. Some fluid may remain in various systems during service repairs. Always follow the instructions in the repair procedures.

Component / System

Capacity

Air conditioning refrigerant
  • Model 3 without Heat Pump: 660g (640g minimum, 680g maximum)
  • Model 3 with Heat Pump: 1020g (1000g minimum, 1040g maximum)

Air conditioning oil
  • Model 3 without Heat Pump: 140g minimum, 160g maximum
  • Model 3 with Heat Pump: 256g (250g minimum, 262g maximum)

Cooling system (filled from dry)
  • 14.6 l (RWD SR LFP60)
  • 16.3 l (RWD 2170 E1)
  • 16.7 l (AWD 2170 E1)
  • 18.4 l (AWD 2170 E3)

Gearbox, Front Drive Unit (3DU)

1300 ml - Refill

Gearbox, Rear Drive Unit (3DU)

2100 ml - Refill

Gearbox, Rear Drive Unit (4DU)

2300 ml - Refill