Changed pollen filters today on RHD

[Sixer]

I changed the pollen filters today after two years. It’s a simple job if you have worked on cars before. The filters were quite dirty to be honest. I used this guide (below)

 

[SR-Plus]

I changed mine a couple of months ago using the same helpful video!
From what I could see, I think I bought the same filters James used, Blue Print from the usual auction site for around £10 for 2 required filters, significantly cheaper than Tesla OEM.
I weighed the new Blue Print filters at 155g each and the old OEM was 208g. Yes it had some dirt on it, adding to the weight but it wasn’t heavily soiled. If you do weigh your filters using the kitchen scales, make sure you clean it up before your better half sees you. I think I got away with it.

 

[speedyranger74]

I changed mine a couple of months ago using the same helpful video!
From what I could see, I think I bought the same filters James used, Blue Print from the usual auction site for around £10 for 2 required filters, significantly cheaper than Tesla OEM.
I weighed the new Blue Print filters at 155g each and the old OEM was 208g. Yes it had some dirt on it, adding to the weight but it wasn’t heavily soiled. If you do weigh your filters using the kitchen scales, make sure you clean it up before your better half sees you. I think I got away with it.

So, now your 0-60 will be more quickly!?
I'm thinking to remove and that should make 0-60 more faster

 

[SR-Plus]

No it wasn’t about weight vs performance. It was whether the aftermarket replacement is as effective at filtering the cabin air for you. A lighter filter is less dense and possibly less effective.

 

[Doudeau]

I watched the excellent video above and set out to try and replace my filters this morning.

Only problem for me is that the casing for the filter is quite different in my car (difference after heat pumps were fitted?) and I’ve not managed to find a way to the filters.

Here is the housing for his filter:

And here is mine:

I’ve removed the 6 screws but reasonable force isn’t getting the side off.

Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[Durzel]

Tesla Has Redesigned Model 3 Air Filter Cover to Make Replacement Easier

I just did my first air filter change in my Model 3. I had watched several videos about how hard it was to unscrew the air filter cover, so I was prepared for a fight. But my September 2021 Model 3 SR+ has a redesigned air filter cover, with the screw at the bottom of the cover and the tab at...

teslamotorsclub.com

Short version - stop what you're doing , you only need to remove one screw (which isn't one of the 6 you've already removed) to get access to it. It's still covered by the carpet in your photo. The cabin filter is further towards the front of the car on newer models.

 

[Doudeau]

Many thanks @Durzel. Went back out and completed the job in 20 mins.

I attach some photos to show the location and how easy it is to access. Now I had your advice, I suggest it’s become easier since the change from the video.

 

[Doudeau]

Sorry - just noticed the link to the forum thread with better photos than I posted - although screw was at the top in my case so slightly different again.

 

[duncans]

Don't know if this would have helped https://service.tesla.com/docs/Model3/ServiceManual/en-us/

 

[Doudeau]

Don't know if this would have helped https://service.tesla.com/docs/Model3/ServiceManual/en-us/

Thanks for sharing but I don’t seem to have access:

 

[Durzel]

Tesla Service probably a better link. The link you were given assumes you have a (previously and possibly still free) subscription.

Worth signing up for it if it's still free, as it gives you basically the same info mobile techs have in terms of how to do various jobs.

EDIT: It's still free - Tesla Service

 

[Doudeau]

Thanks both. I’ve just subscribed.

I usually tend to follow the advice from the guru of DIY (Tim Taylor from Home Improvement) “This is just the manufacturers opinion of how to put this together”.

Sometimes, like today, I think - maybe I should get some advice in case I’m about to make an expensive mistake……