I have 6k miles on Y. What is the maintenance checklist?

[lwrider]

What is the 2023 maintenance checklist for Y?

 

[jjrandorin]

Have you checked the manual, which has a specific section in it with the answer to this question (this is a rhetorical question, since if you had checked the manual you likely would not have created this thread).

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Model Y Owner's Manual | Tesla

Determine when you should bring your car to service and learn how to perform daily and monthly checks to ensure optimal performance.

www.tesla.com

Maintenance Service Intervals​

Service Intervals​

Your vehicle should generally be serviced on an as-needed basis. However, Tesla recommends the following maintenance items and intervals, as applicable to your vehicle, to ensure continued reliability and efficiency of your Model Y.
For more do-it-yourself maintenance procedures and information, see Do It Yourself Guides | Tesla Support.
For more information on vehicle alerts, see Troubleshooting Alerts.

• Brake fluid health check every 2 years (replace if necessary) or, if the vehicle is used for towing, replace the brake fluid every 2 years.
• A/C desiccant bag replacement every 4 years.
• Cabin air filter replacement every 2 years (or 3 years for HEPA and carbon filters, if equipped).
• HEPA filter replacement every 3 years
• Clean and lubricate brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter
• Rotate tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or greater, whichever comes first

Note
Any damage caused by opening the Battery coolant reservoir is excluded from the warranty.
Note
The above intervals are based on typical driving behaviors and scenarios. However, Model Y should generally be serviced on an as-needed basis; depending on various circumstances such as driving behavior, usage, environmental conditions, etc., the above maintenance items may need to be replaced more or less frequently than specified. Additionally, the above list should not be considered comprehensive and does not include consumable parts such as windshield wipers, brake pads, low voltage lead-acid battery (if applicable), etc.
Note
Damages or failures caused by maintenance or repairs performed by non-Tesla certified technicians are not covered by the warranty.

Schedule Service​

Scheduling a service visit through the mobile app is easy. After touching Schedule Service, select the type of service needed and follow the directions in the mobile app. Provide as much detail as possible, such as:

• Photos, sound recordings, or videos.
• Date(s), time(s), and time zone when the issue occurred.
• Country of use and location.
• Approximate speed the vehicle was traveling (if applicable).
• Environmental conditions (rain, snow, cold, etc.).
• Road name and type of road (if applicable).
• Quality of lane markings (if applicable).
• Applicable vehicle settings.
• Identifiable symptoms.

Visit How to Schedule a Service Appointment | Tesla Support for more information on scheduling service.

Daily Checks​

• Check the Battery’s charge level, displayed on the touchscreen or mobile app.
• Check the condition and pressure of each tire (see Tire Care and Maintenance).
• Check that all exterior lights, horn, turn signals, and wipers and washers are working.
• Check for any unexpected indicator lights or vehicle alerts on the touchscreen.
• Check the operation of the brakes, including the parking brake.
• Check the operation of the seat belts (see Seat Belts).
• Look for abnormal fluid deposits underneath Model Y that might indicate a leak. It is normal for a small pool of water to form (caused by the air conditioning system’s dehumidifying process).
• Look around the exterior of Model Y and immediately remove any corrosive substances (such as bird droppings, tree resin, tar spots, dead insects, industrial fallout, etc.) to prevent damage to the paint (see Cleaning).

Monthly Checks​

• Check windshield washer fluid level and top up if necessary (see Topping Up Windshield Washer Fluid).
• Check that the air conditioning system is operating correctly (see Operating Climate Controls).

Note
In addition to cooling the interior, the air conditioning compressor also cools the Battery. Therefore, in hot weather, the air conditioning compressor can turn on even if you turned it off. This is normal because the system’s priority is to cool the Battery to ensure it stays within an optimum temperature range to support longevity and optimum performance. Also, even when not in use, you may hear Model Y emit a whining noise or the sound of water circulating. These sounds are normal and occur when the internal cooling systems turn on to support various vehicle functions, such as maintaining the low voltage battery and balancing the temperature of the high voltage Battery.
Warning
Contact Tesla immediately if you notice any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels or uneven tire wear.

Fluid Replacement Intervals​

Battery coolant and brake fluid levels should only be checked by Tesla or a professional automotive repair shop. Specific service information is available in the Service Manual.

• Battery coolant:Your Battery coolant does not need to be replaced for the life of your vehicle under most circumstances.
  Note
  Any damage caused by opening the Battery coolant reservoir is excluded from the warranty.
• Brake fluid: Do not top up your brake fluid.

Software​

Updating software is important to ensure proper operation and longevity of your vehicle's components. You must install a software update at the earliest opportunity. See Software Updates.
Tesla may update or reinstall your vehicle's software as part of the normal diagnostic, repair, and maintenance process within Service.

High Voltage Safety​

Your Model Y has been designed and built with safety as a priority. However, be aware of these precautions to protect yourself from the risk of injury inherent in all high-voltage systems:

• Read and follow all instructions provided on the labels that are attached to Model Y. These labels are there for your safety.
• The high voltage system has no user-serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, remove or replace high voltage components, cables or connectors. High voltage cables are colored orange for easy identification.
• If a collision occurs, do not touch any high voltage wiring, connectors, or components connected to the wiring.
• In the unlikely event that a fire occurs, immediately contact your local fire emergency responders.

Warning
Always disconnect the charge cable before working underneath Model Y, even if charging is not in progress.
Warning
Keep your hands and clothing away from cooling fans. Some fans operate even when Model Y is powered off.
Warning
Some fluids (battery acid, Battery coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer additives, etc.) used in vehicles are poisonous and should not be inhaled, swallowed, or brought into contact with open wounds. For your safety, always read and follow instructions printed on fluid containers.

Replacing the Low Voltage Lead-Acid Battery​

This procedure is intended for vehicles in North America only.
CAUTION
To avoid damage that is not covered by the warranty, replace your low voltage lead-acid battery with the same type of battery. The low voltage lead-acid battery for North American vehicles is AtlasBX / Hankook 85B24LS 12V 45Ah. You can purchase a new lead-acid low voltage battery that is compatible with your vehicle from your local service center.
Perform the following procedure to replace the lead-acid low voltage battery. Wear appropriate personal protection equipment (such as safety glasses, leather gloves when handling the lead-acid battery, etc.).
Removal:

1. Prepare the vehicle to remove the low voltage lead-acid battery:
   1. Ensure the vehicle is in Park.
   2. Lower all windows.
   3. Open the front trunk.
   4. Leave a door propped open so you can get back into the vehicle if needed.

 

[Ostrichsak]

Rotate the tires. Enjoy your (nearly) maintenance-free vehicle.

 

[electrikcuban]

And drive it like you stole it!

 

[Mateo83]

Check the wiper fluid.

 

[Eto Demerzel]

replace the blinker fluid and aero wheel cover bearings every 10k

 

[Art84]

- clean the screen from the fingerprints
- clean the glass sunroof
- erase not needed sentry mode videos from the flash drive
- vacuum trunk, undertrunk and frunk
- refresh a music playlist with some new cool stuff
- sing one karaoke song
- play at least one game for 20 min in Arcade
- make sure "fart" feature is still working (super important!)

 

[yellowr6]

30k on my 2022 MYP.

only rotate tires and washer fluid.



and many many car washes.

 

[MattM24]

Do the new Y’s still smell like dirty gym bags after a year?
Every spring new filters and foaming AC cleaning.

 

[Eto Demerzel]

Do the new Y’s still smell like dirty gym bags after a year?

For this rare problem, the annual owner operator upper lip and detox cleanse should take care of that.

 

[nate704]

Do the new Y’s still smell like dirty gym bags after a year?
Every spring new filters and foaming AC cleaning.

Tesla Manual says:
Cabin air filter replacement every 2 years (or 3 years for HEPA and carbon filters, if equipped).

BUT,
You really need to replace the cabin filter every year in order to prevent that smell.

 

[Rob9874]

Tesla Manual says:
Cabin air filter replacement every 2 years (or 3 years for HEPA and carbon filters, if equipped).

BUT,
You really need to replace the cabin filter every year in order to prevent that smell.

Good to know. I got my MY last Dec and currently have 13k miles on it, and the AC smells like sour vinegar. Have my first maintenance appt this Sat to rotate my tires (oops, missed the 6250 mile mark) and change the cabin filter. I saw every 2 years above and thought maybe I was jumping the gun. Granted, I've only had the car 7 months, so maybe a new cabin filter is premature. But my wife complains every time she's in it. (Yes, I shower daily)

 

[MattM24]

You’ll also want to clean out the evaporator core area with a foaming AC cleaner.

Car smells like vinegar inside the car and dirty gym clothes in the garage.

 

[father_of_6]

- clean the screen from the fingerprints
- clean the glass sunroof
- erase not needed sentry mode videos from the flash drive
- vacuum trunk, undertrunk and frunk
- refresh a music playlist with some new cool stuff
- sing one karaoke song
- play at least one game for 20 min in Arcade
- make sure "fart" feature is still working (super important!)

For others reading this thread, this is the real maintenance list. The stuff in the manual is unnecessary.