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: 626061776614a10016a6bf0d
Inspect windshield for rock chips and cracks

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

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Front door releases, Use caution with front door releases as door glass will not drop and could damage seals or bright molding, Remove 2nd row door panel pocket cover to reveal emergency cable
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 from exterior switch
Close liftgate
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 any abnormalities
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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Check operation with door closed, Document any abnormal operation/noises
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 any abnormalities
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 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 any abnormalities
Function check LH rear door (interior)

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Inspect and note functionality for the interior door switch, From inside look for interference with other components, Note any abnormalities
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 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 any abnormalities
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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Turn signals, steering wheel scroll wheels, horn
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
Function check folding/latching of 2nd row seats

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Make sure seat shoulder switches, center seat switch and trunk side trim seat switches operate as expected
Function check the rear seat belts

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Latch and unlatch buckles, Quickly pull retractor 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, Test lumbar and seat heat/cooling
Function check wipers and spray jets

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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
Open hood

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Select Controls > Frunk Open
Fill washer reservoir with fluid
Remove rear underhood apron

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11x clips, 3x datums
Remove LH underhood apron

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10x clips, (*Use this step for Palladium S procedures)
Remove RH underhood apron

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10x clips
Remove front underhood apron

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7x clips
Remove frunk access panel

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3x clips, 3x hooks, 1x connector
Remove frunk carpet
Remove frunk assembly

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4x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
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 the fluid level is at the Max line, Top off fluid as required
Raise and support vehicle

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Ensure vehicle is not charging
Remove LH front wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Remove RH front wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Remove RH rear wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Remove LH rear wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Check all four tire pressures manually

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4x tires, 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 locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to side
Perform visual inspection of HV battery enclosure

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Check for any dents, scrapes, or other damage
Release mid aero shield

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4x push clips
Remove mid aero shield

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16x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
Release front aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
Remove front aero shield

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5x push clips
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
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 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
Install front aero shield

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5x push clips
Secure front aero shield to vehicle

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9x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply Loctite 222 onto front aero shield bolts
Position mid aero shield

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4x push clips
Install mid aero shield

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16x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply Loctite 222 onto mid aero shield bolts and install fasteners securing mid aero shield to vehicle
Lower vehicle partially and set onto locks

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
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
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
Install LH front wheel cap

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Align valve stem with cap
Torque RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install RH front wheel cap

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Align valve stem with cap
Torque RH rear wheel

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

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Align valve stem with cap
Torque LH rear wheel

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

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Align valve stem with cap
Install frunk assembly

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4x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Install frunk carpet

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Verify carpet is properly seated under the seal
Install frunk access panel

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3x clips, 3x hooks, 1x connector
Install front underhood apron

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7x clips
Install RH underhood apron

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10x clips
Install LH underhood apron

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10x clips
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower lift arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
Place vehicle in service mode

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Via Controls > Software, Touch and hold "Model" for 2 seconds then release, Use screen keyboard to type "service" into dialog box and select OK button
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
Exit Service Mode through UI

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Press and hold the Exit Service Mode button for 3 seconds

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