tires TESLA MODEL 3 2019 Owner's Manual (Europe)

Exterior Overview
1.Exterior lights ( Lights on page 52)
2. Autopilot camera ( About Autopilot on page 70)
3. Front door handle ( Using Exterior Door Handles on page 12)
4. Key card sensor ( Keys on page 7), Autopilot camera ( About Autopilot on page 70)
5. Rear door handle ( Using Exterior Door Handles on page 12)
6. Charge port ( Charging Instructions on page 126)
7. Autopilot cameras ( About Autopilot on page 70)
8. Exterior mirrors ( Mirrors on page 48)
9. Radar sensor (hidden from view) ( About Autopilot on page 70)
10. Hood/front trunk ( Front Trunk on page 17)
11. Tow eye cover ( Instructions for Transporters on page 159)
12. Wheels and tires ( Wheels and Tires on page 153)
13. Rear view camera ( Rear View Camera on page 68)
14. Rear trunk ( Rear Trunk on page 15)
Exterior Overview
Overview3

Note: Installing winter tires with aggressive
compound and tread design may result in
temporarily-reduced regenerative braking power. However, your vehicle is designed to recalibrate itself to restore regenerative
braking power after a short period of normal
driving.Warning: In snowy or icy conditions
Model 3 may experience traction loss
during regenerative braking, particularly
when in the Standard setting and/or not
using winter tires. Tesla recommends
using the Low setting (see To Set the
Regenerative Braking Level on page 61)
in snowy or icy conditions to help maintain vehicle stability.
The amount of energy fed back to the Batteryusing regenerative braking can depend on the
current state of the Battery and the charge
level setting that you are using. For example,
regenerative braking may be limited if the Battery is already fully charged or if the
ambient temperature is too cold.
Note: If regenerative braking is limited, a
dashed line displays on the energy bar (see
Driving Status on page 57).
To Set the Regenerative Braking Level
You can use the touchscreen to change the
level of regenerative braking:
1. Touch Controls > Driving > Regenerative
Braking .
2. Choose from two levels:

Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Service Intervals
Regular maintenance is the key to ensuring
the continued reliability and efficiency of your
Model 3.
Rotate the tires every 6,250 miles
(10,000 km). Maintain the correct tire
pressures. It is also important to perform the
daily and monthly checks described below.
Note: View tire pressures in the "Cards" area,
located toward the bottom on the left side of the touchscreen, as described in Touchscreen
Overview on page 4.
Model 3 should be serviced by Tesla-certified
technicians. Damages or failures caused by
maintenance or repairs performed by non-
Tesla certified technicians are not covered by
the warranty.
Daily Checks

Tire Care and Maintenance
Maintaining Tire Pressures
Keep tires in

Inspecting and Maintaining TiresRegularly 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 in

Replacing Tires and Wheels
Tires degrade over time due to the effects of
ultraviolet light, extreme temperatures, high
loads, and environmental conditions. It is
recommended that tires are replaced every six
years, or sooner if required.
Wheel and tires are matched to suit thehandling characteristics of the vehicle.
Replacement tires must comply with the
original specification. If tires other than those
specified are used, ensure that the load and
speed ratings marked on the tire (see Understanding Tire Markings on page 154)
equal or exceed those of the original
specification.
Ideally, you should replace all four tires at the same time. If this is not possible, replace the
tires in pairs, placing the new tires on the rear.
Always balance the wheel after replacing a
tire.
If you replace a wheel, the TPMS (Tire Pressure
Monitoring System) sensors need to be reset to ensure they provide accurate warnings
when tires are under- or over-in

Driving in Low Temperatures
Tire performance is reduced in low ambient
temperatures, resulting in reduced grip and an
increased susceptibility to damage from
impacts. Performance tires can temporarily
harden when cold, causing you to hear rotational noise for the first few miles
(kilometers) until the tires warm up.
Using Tire Chains
Tesla has tested and approved the following tire chains to increase traction in snowy
conditions. Tire chains should only be installed
on the rear tires.Tire SizeRecommended
Chain18"PEWAG SERVO
SPORT RSS 7619"PEWAG SERVO RS
7720"MAGGI TRAK SP214Caution: If your Model 3 is equipped with
aero covers, you must remove them before installing tire chains (see Removing and Installing Aero Covers on
page 133). Failure to do so can cause
damage not covered by the warranty.
When installing tire chains, follow the
instructions provided by the tire chain
manufacturer. Mount them as tightly as possible.
When using tire chains:

Vehicle Loading
Load Capacity Labeling It is important to understand how much
weight your Model 3 can safely carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight
and includes the weight of all occupants,
cargo and any additional equipment added to your Model 3 since it was manufactured.
Two labels attached to Model 3 indicate how much weight Model 3 can safely carry.
Note: If your Model 3 is fitted with Tesla
accessory wheels or tires, your Model 3 may
include an additional label indicating that load capacity may differ from what is stated on the
label. If this is the case, instead of referring to
the label, refer to the Owners Manual.
Warning: Overloading Model 3 has an
adverse effect on braking and handling,
which can compromise your safety or cause damage.Caution: Never load more than 55 lbs
(25 kg) in the front trunk. Doing so can
cause damage.Caution: Never load more than 130 lbs
(60 kg) on the rear load

Wheels and Tires
Wheel Specifications (Factory)
Wheel DiameterLocationWidth (in)Offset (mm)18"Front/Rear8.54019"Front/Rear8.54020"Front/Rear8.540Lug Nut Torque129 lb. ft (175 Nm)Lug Nut Socket Size21 mmNote: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model 3, see Jacking and Lifting on page 144.
Tire Specifications (Factory)
Tire SizeLocationSize18"Front/RearP235/45R1819"Front/RearP235/40R1920"Front/RearP235/35R20Tire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted. Refer to the tire pressures printed on
the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is located on the center door pillar and is
visible when the driver’s door is open (see Maintaining Tire Pressures on page 131).Winter tires can be purchased from a Tesla store.
Wheels and Tires
Specifications153

Understanding Tire MarkingsLaws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire.1Tire category. P indicates that the tire is for passenger vehicles.2Tire width. This 3-digit number is the width (in millimeters) of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge.3Aspect ratio. This 2-digit number is the sidewall height as a percentage of the tread
width. So, if the tread width is 205 mm, and the aspect ratio is 50, the sidewall height is 102 mm.4Tire construction. R indicates that the tire is of Radial ply construction.5Wheel diameter. This 2-digit number is the diameter of the wheel rim in inches.6Load index. This 2 or 3-digit number is the weight each tire can support. This number is
not always shown.7Speed rating. When stated, indicates the maximum speed (in mph) at which the tire can be used for extended periods. Q=99 mph (160 km/h), R=106 mph (170 km/h), S=112 mph (180 km/h), T=118 mph (190 km/h), U=124 mph (200 km/h), H=130 mph(210 km/h), V=149 mph (240 km/h), W=168 mph (270 km/h), Y=186 mph (300 km/h).8Tire composition and materials. The number of plies in both the tread area and thesidewall area indicates how many layers of rubber coated material make up the structure of the tire. Information is also provided on the type of materials used.9Maximum tire load. The maximum load which can be carried by the tire.10Maximum permissible in