Winter Tires
Use winter tires to increase traction in snowy
or icy conditions. When installing winter tires,
always install a complete set of four tires at
the same time. Winter tires must be the same
diameter, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels. Contact Tesla for
winter tire recommendations.
When equipped with winter tires, refer to the
tire warning label on the door pillar.
Winter tires can be
identified by a mountain/
snowflake symbol on the
tire's sidewall.
When driving with winter tires, you may
experience more road noise, shorter tread life,
and less traction on dry roads.
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.
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 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 Size Recommended Chain
18" PEWAG SERVO SPORT RSS 76
Tire Size Recommended Chain
19" PEWAG SERVO RS 77
20" MAGGI TRAK SP214
CAUTION:
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 203). Failure to do so can
cause damage not covered by the
warranty.
When installing tire chains, follow the
instructions and warnings provided by the tire
chain manufacturer. Mount them evenly and
as tight as possible.
When using tire chains:
• Inspect the tire chains for loose fittings
and damaged links before each use.
• Avoid heavily loading Model 3 (heavy
loads can reduce the clearance between
the tires and the body).
• Do not drive the vehicle without the
chains properly installed.
• Drive slowly. Do not exceed 48 km/h.
• Remove the tire chains as soon as
conditions allow.
NOTE: Tire chains are prohibited in some
jurisdictions. Check local laws before
installing tire chains.
CAUTION:
Using non-recommended
tire chains, or using tire chains on
other sized tires can damage the
suspension, body, wheels, and/or
brake lines. Damage caused by using
non-recommended tire chains, or
incorrectly installing tire chains, is not
covered by the warranty.
CAUTION:
Do not use tire chains on
the front tires.
CAUTION:
Never deflate your tires to
put on tire chains. When re-inflated,
the chains might fit too tightly and
cause tire damage.
Tire Care and Maintenance
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