TESLA MODEL 3 2022 Owner´s Manual

Vehicle Identification Number
You can find the VIN at the following locations:

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.
Both labels are visible on the door pillar when the front door is open.
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 Owner

CAUTION: To prevent damage, never load Model 3
so that it is heavier than GVWR or exceeds the
individual GAWR weights.
Calculating Load Limits
1.
Locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or
XXX kg” on the “Tire and Loading Information” label.
2.
Determine the combined weight of all occupants that will ride in the vehicle.
3.
Subtract the combined weight of the occupants from
XXX lbs or XXX kg (see Step 1).
4.
The resulting figure equals the available cargo load
capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals
1400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be
five 150 lb (68 kg)
passengers in the vehicle, the amount of available cargo capacity is 650 lbs (1400 

Exterior Dimensions
AOverall Length184.8 in4,694 mm
B
Overall Width (including mirrors)Overall Width (including folded mirrors)Overall Width (excluding mirrors)82.2 in 76.1 in
72.8 in2,088 mm 1,933 mm
1,849 mmCOverall Height - coil suspension56.8 in1,443 mm
DWheel Base113.2 in2,875 mmEOverhang - Front33 in841 mmFOverhang - Rear39 in978 mm
GGround Clearance - coil suspension5.5 in140 mmHTrack - Front
Track - Rear62.2 in
62.2 in1,580 mm
1,580 mm
*Values are approximate. Dimensions can vary depending on a vehicle

Hip RoomFrontRear53.4 in52.4 in1,356 mm 1,331 mm
Cargo Volume
Front Trunk3.1 cu ft (88 L)Behind 2nd row19.8 cu ft (561 L)Maximum total cargo volume with 5 passengers22.9 cu ft (649 L)
Weights

Standard RangeLong Range
BaseLong Range
PerformanceLong Range
Performance Upgrade
Maximum Curb Weight*1655 kg (3,648 lbs)1,928 kg (4,250 lbs)1,928 kg (4,250 lbs)1,928 kg (4,250 lbs)GVWR**2,060 kg (4,541 lbs)2,301 kg (5,072 lbs)2,301 kg (5,072 lbs)2,301 kg (5,072 lbs)Towing CapacityTowing is not permissible
*Curb Weight = weight of the vehicle with correct fluid levels, no occupants and no cargo
**GVWR = Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
NOTE: Values are approximate. Weights can vary depending on a vehicle

Motor Type(s)
Rear motor: AC permanent magnet synchronous motor, liquid-cooled, with variable frequency drive.
Front motor (AWD vehicles): AC induction motor, liquid-cooled, with variable frequency drive.
Transmission
TypeSingle speed fixed gearGearbox Ratio9:1
Steering
SteeringSpecificationsTypeRack and pinion with electronic power steering, speed sensitiveNumber of turns lock to lock2.00Turning Circle (curb to curb)38 ft (11.6 m)
Brakes
Type4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Integrated Advanced Stability Control and Electronic
Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking systemCalipers
Front: Four piston fixed
Rear: Integrated Electronic Parking Brake Sliding
Rotor Diameter (ventilated)
Front (non-Performance): 12.6"/320 mm
Front (Performance): 13.98"/355 mm
Rear (non-Performance): 13.2"/335 mm
Rear (Performance): 13.2”/335 mm
Front Rotor thickness
New: 0.98"/25 mm
Service limit: 0.91”/23 mm
Rear Rotor thickness
New: 0.79"/20 mm
Service limit: 0.71”/18 mm
Non-Performance Front Brake Pad
Thickness (excluding back plate)
New: 0.393"/10 mm
Service limit: 0.110"/2.8 mm
Subsystems
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Non-Performance Rear Brake Pad
Thickness (excluding back plate)
New: 0.354"/9 mm
Service limit: 0.078"/2 mm
Performance Front Brake Pad
Thickness (excluding back plate)
New: 0.393"/10 mm
Service limit: 0.085"/2.15 mm
Performance Rear Brake Pad
Thickness (excluding back plate)
New: 0.393"/10 mm
Service limit: 0.071"/1.8 mm
Parking brakeElectrically actuated parking brake integrated into rear caliper
Suspension
SuspensionSpecificationsFrontIndependent, double wishbone, coil spring/telescopic damper, sway barRearIndependent, multi-link, coil spring/telescopic damper
Battery - Low Voltage
Battery - 12VSpecificationsRating33 amp hour or higherVoltage and Polarity12V negative (-) ground
Battery - High Voltage
TypeLiquid-cooled lithium ion (Li-ion)Nominal Voltage (cars
manufactured in U.S.)360V DCTemperature RangeDo not expose Model 3 to ambient temperatures above 140

Wheel Specifications (Factory)
Wheel DiameterLocationWidth (in)Offset (mm)18"Front/Rear8.54019"Front/Rear8.54020"Front/Rear9.034Lug Nut Torque129 lb. ft (175 Nm)Lug Nut Socket Size21 mm
NOTE: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model 3, see Jacking and Lifting on page 173.
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

Understanding Tire Markings
Laws require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information
identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire. It also provides the tire identification number
(TIN) for certification of safety standards, and in case of a recall.
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), (Y)=vehicle

8Tire composition and materials. The number of plies in both the tread area and the sidewall 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 inflation pressure. This pressure should not be used for normal driving.11U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN). Begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all
federal standards. The next 2 digits/letters represent the plant code where it was manufactured, and the last 4 digits represent the week and year of manufacture. For example, the number 1712 is used to represent the 17th week of 2012. The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer