Vehicle Service Intervals

Your vehicle should generally be serviced on an as-needed basis. However, Tesla recommends the following maintenance items and intervals, as applicable to your vehicle, to ensure continued reliability and efficiency of your Model S.
  • Brake fluid health check every 4 years (replace if necessary)*.
  • A/C desiccant bag replacement every 2 years.
  • Cabin air filter replacement every 2 years (or every year in China).
  • HEPA filters and replacement every 3 years (or every year in China).
  • Clean and lubricate brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter
  • Rotate tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or greater, whichever comes first

* Heavy brake usage due to towing, mountain descents, or performance driving -- especially for vehicles in hot and humid environments -- may necessitate more frequent brake fluid checks and replacements.

Over time, when driving in dusty or polluted conditions, your vehicle's radiator may become clogged. This can affect air flow and heating/AC performance. Use the mobile app to schedule a service appointment.

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CAUTION
Perform each procedure in this guide in a dry and well-lit area. For your safety, only perform a procedure if you feel comfortable doing so, and always follow all provided instructions.
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Note
Any damage caused by opening the Battery coolant reservoir is excluded from the warranty.
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Note
The above intervals are based on typical driving behaviors and scenarios. However, Model S should generally be serviced on an as-needed basis; depending on various circumstances such as driving behavior, usage, environmental conditions, etc., the above maintenance items may need to be replaced more or less frequently than specified. Additionally, the above list should not be considered comprehensive and does not include consumable parts such as windshield wipers, brake pads, low voltage lead-acid battery, etc.
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Damages or failures caused by maintenance or repairs performed by non-Tesla certified technicians are not covered by the warranty.