Filter change, a must ?
Tesla vehicles offer not only impressive performance and technology, but also a high level of comfort. An often overlooked part of maintenance are the various filters that ensure the air inside the vehicle always stays fresh and clean. In this article, you'll learn which filters are installed in a Tesla, why they're important, and how to change them.
What filters does Tesla have?
Tesla uses several types of filters:
HEPA filter
This filter removes up to 99.97% of particles from the air, including dust, pollen and pollutants.
cabin air filter
The cabin air filter ensures that the air in the vehicle remains free of dust and allergens. This filter is installed in all Tesla models.
Air conditioning and pollen filters
These filters ensure pleasant temperatures and filter pollutants and allergens from the air.
Why should you change the filters?
Filters lose their effectiveness over time. A clogged filter can restrict airflow, worsen air quality, and impair the performance of your air conditioner. Regular filter changes ensure that:
The air in the vehicle remains clean.
The air conditioning system works efficiently.
Allergens and pollutants are filtered out.
When should you change the filters?
Tesla recommends changing the filters at the following intervals:
Cabin air filter: Every 2 years for Model 3 and Model Y, every 3 years for Model S and Model X.
HEPA filter: Every 2 years, especially for vehicles with Bioweapon Defense Mode.
Air conditioning and pollen filters: Every 2 years.
How do you change the filters?
Changing the filters is relatively easy, but requires some care.
Air conditioning and pollen filters
These filters are similarly accessible to the cabin filter and can be replaced in just a few steps.
Conclusion
Regularly changing the filters in your Tesla is important for air quality and the performance of the air conditioning system. With a little know-how, you can change the filters yourself or use Tesla's service to ensure your vehicle always runs at its best.