2025-03-12

Tire Rotation (Maintenance)

Correction code 34010105 FRT 0.30 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Vehicle ride quality and handling are maximized when all 4 tires are the same age, model, and tread depth. Rotating tires regularly allows them to wear at the same rate and increases the service life. Tesla recommends tire rotation every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.5mm) or greater, whichever comes first.

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If only 2 new tires are installed, the new tires must be installed on the rear of the vehicle. In wet conditions, the tires that have less tread have less traction than the new tires. Reduced traction at the front of the vehicle leads to understeer, which most drivers are better able to react to than the oversteer that would result if the worn tires were on the rear of the vehicle.
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Tesla recommends replacing a tire if any of the tread depths are 4/32 in. (3 mm) or less.

Procedure

  1. Remove all 4 wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Check if the tires are offset or directional.
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    Directional tires are identified with an arrow indicating the direction of rotation on the sidewall.
  3. Reinstall the wheels according to the type of tires.
    Figure 1. Non-Directional Tires, All Tires Same Size

    Move front tires to opposite side in rear. Move rear tires only to front.

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    Mobile Service technicians, factory tires may be rotated as indicated in "Non-Directional Tires, Front and Rear Different Size".
    Figure 2. Non-Directional Tires, Front and Rear Different Size

    Move LH to RH. Do not move front to rear.

    Figure 3. Directional Tires

    Move front tires to rear. Do not move from LH to RH.

  4. Install all 4 wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Place the vehicle in Service Mode by using the touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  6. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  7. On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Chassis > Alignment & Tires > Reset Learned Tire Values, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  8. Tap Controls > Service > Wheel & Tire > Tires, choose the tire season and click Reset. After resetting, check if the Tire Service Mileage in the upper right corner is displayed as Less than 500 km ago.
  9. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  10. Close the LH front door.
  11. Inform the customers that a short calibration drive cycle might be required.