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4. If required, add or remove air to reach
the recommended pressure.

NOTE:

You can release air by pressing the

metal stem in the center of the valve.

5. Re-check pressure using the accurate tire

gauge.

6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 as necessary until

the tire pressure is correct.

7. Reinstall the valve cap to prevent dirt

from entering. Periodically check the valve

for damage and leaks.

Inspecting and

Maintaining Tires

Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for

any sign of distortion (bulges), foreign

objects, cuts or wear.

WARNING:

Do not drive Model 3 if a

tire is damaged, excessively worn, or
inflated to an incorrect pressure.
Check tires regularly for wear, and
ensure there are no cuts, bulges or
exposure of the ply/cord structure.

Tire Wear

Adequate tread depth is important for proper

tire performance. Tires with a tread depth less

than 3 mm are more likely to hydroplane in

wet conditions and should not be used. Tires

with a tread depth less than 4 mm do not

perform well in snow and slush and should

not be used when driving in winter

conditions.

Model 3 is originally fitted with tires that have

wear indicators molded into the tread

pattern. When the tread has been worn down

to 3 mm, the indicators start to appear at the

surface of the tread pattern, producing the

effect of a continuous band of rubber across

the width of the tire. For optimal performance

and safety, Tesla recommends replacing tires

before the wear indicators are visible.

Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel

Alignment

Tesla recommends rotating the tires every

16,000-20,000 km or if tread depth
difference is 1.5 mm or greater.

Unbalanced wheels (sometimes noticeable as
vibration through the steering wheel) affect

vehicle handling and tire life. Even with
regular use, wheels can get out of balance.
Therefore, they should be balanced as

required.

If tire wear is uneven (on one side of the tire

only) or becomes abnormally excessive,

check the alignment of wheels.

NOTE:

When replacing only two tires, install

the new tires on the rear if your vehicle's front

and rear tires are the same size.

Punctured Tires

A puncture eventually causes the tire to lose

pressure, which is why it is important to check

tire pressures frequently. Permanently repair

or replace punctured or damaged tires as

soon as possible.

Your tubeless tires may not leak when

penetrated, provided the object remains in

the tire. If, however, you feel a sudden

vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or

you suspect a tire is damaged, immediately

reduce your speed. Drive slowly, while

avoiding heavy braking or sharp steering and,

when safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Arrange

to have Model 3 transported to a Tesla

Service Center, or to a nearby tire repair

center.

NOTE:

In some cases, you can temporarily

repair small tire punctures (under 6 mm)

using an optional tire repair kit available from

Tesla. This allows you to slowly drive Model 3

to Tesla or to a nearby tire repair facility.

WARNING:

Do not drive with a

punctured tire that has not been
repaired, even if the puncture has not
caused the tire to deflate. A punctured
tire can deflate suddenly at any time.

Flat Spots

If Model 3 is stationary for a long period, tires

can form flat spots. When Model 3 is driven,

these flat spots cause a vibration which

gradually disappears as the tires warm up and

regain their original shape.

To minimize flat spots during storage, inflate

tires to the maximum pressure indicated on

the tire wall. Then, before driving, release air

to adjust tire pressure to the recommended

levels.

Tire Care and Maintenance