2025-03-19

HVAC - Combination Filter (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1810010701 FRT 0.10 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.

  • 2025-03-19: Added notes and image to clarify lower and upper filter removal and installation steps.

Remove

  1. Remove the RH front center console side panel. See Console Side Panel RH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Release the tab that attaches the cabin filter cover to the HVAC unit, and then remove the cover from the HVAC unit.
  3. Fold the filter tabs outward, and then pull the upper filter out of the filter housing.
  4. After the upper filter is removed, raise the lower filter up and out of the filter housing.

Install

  1. Install the lower filter into the filter housing, with the arrows pointing to the rear of the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure the lower filter tab lays flat when folded into position.
  2. Install the upper filter into the filter housing, with the arrows pointing to the rear of the vehicle, and then fold the filter tabs inward.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure the upper filter tab lays flat when folded into position.
  3. Install the tab that attaches the cabin filter cover to the HVAC unit.
  4. Install the RH front center console side panel. See Console Side Panel RH (Remove and Replace).