FYI. Just spoke with a Tesla advisor and he was able to confirm my MYLR with VIN 228xxx does indeed have the HEPA filter!
Also confirmed the build date was 7/8.
DD set for 7/22.
Also confirmed the build date was 7/8.
DD set for 7/22.
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Bio Hazard Now Standard on Model Y
- Thread starter Midnightsun
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Absolutely would buy a retrofit in a second, especially if mobile service can do it! Even if only used for a handful of times a year I would love that. Forest fires in the PNW summer, “inversions” in the winter where the air gets really stale and filled with smoke if people are using fireplaces, etc.
Filter replacements wouldn’t be that large of an issue if it bypasses this large filter until you turn on bio weapon mode… would be awesome if the car was smart enough to log how many hours bio weapon was on and base a filter replacement reminder on actual usage… heck, Tesla could pull in air quality data as well and factor that into a replacement cycle…
Filter replacements wouldn’t be that large of an issue if it bypasses this large filter until you turn on bio weapon mode… would be awesome if the car was smart enough to log how many hours bio weapon was on and base a filter replacement reminder on actual usage… heck, Tesla could pull in air quality data as well and factor that into a replacement cycle…
whisperingshad
Active Member
yeafoshizzle
Member
so when you let one loose but don't want anyone to know type of situation
I used it on my X a few times in dusty parking lots and it’s annoyingly loud as you describe. I wouldn’t use it except for special situations.
In the past Elon has explained that because a HEPA filter has very tiny pores, to filter out tiny particulate matter, the cabin fan has to be run at the highest setting to get the air to pass through the filter. That is why when Bioweapon mode is selected the fan goes to max and cannot be adjusted down.
Yes, it’s a little noisy. But your cabin air is purified to a very high standard. Your choice as to whether to use it or not. But now that all Y vehicles have it available, you have that choice. Before you did not have that choice.
everydaychris
Active Member
all I want is a retrofit then I'm golden
Tony_YYZ
Tezler Guru
This was my last holdout from all the recent Model Y enhancements before I would consider ordering one.
I test drove a recent build that has the bio weapon filter and then placed my order the next day. Looking at an end of year delivery for my config.
Refreshed console, heated steering wheel, Bio Weapon were the options I wanted. The newer battery config is a nice bonus. The new door panels I didn't care about either way.
I test drove a recent build that has the bio weapon filter and then placed my order the next day. Looking at an end of year delivery for my config.
Refreshed console, heated steering wheel, Bio Weapon were the options I wanted. The newer battery config is a nice bonus. The new door panels I didn't care about either way.
linux-works
Active Member
Yes. My Model Y has bioweapon. Picked up 9 days ago. July 8 build date. VIN 228xxx
ucsdsig
Member
Hopefully you’ll get the updated headlights as well (unless you ordered a performance trim…then it’s guaranteed).
Tony_YYZ
Tezler Guru
Unfortunately I was only able to pursue the LR. It would be nice to get the headlights as well but either way I’ll be happy. The HEPA filter will be nice for the months of the year when the nearby farms are fertilzing their fields and the smell wafts into my neighbourhood. Also like for situations right now where there are raging fires several hours north of me but the wind is carrying heavy particulate matter and reducing our air quality.
ucsdsig
Member
HEPA/biodefense mode is a great feature, really came in handy in my Model S. I missed out by a few weeks but such is life with Tesla…haha.
