For the specification of the original wheels and tires
installed on Model 3, see Wheels and Tires on page 188.
NOTE: Installing winter tires with aggressive compound
and tread design may result in temporarily-reduced
regenerative braking power. However, your vehicle is
designed to continuously recalibrate itself, and after
changing tires it will increasingly restore regenerative
braking power after some moderate-torque straight-line
accelerations. For most drivers this occurs after a short
period of normal driving, but drivers who normally
accelerate lightly may need to use slightly harder
accelerations while the recalibration is in progress.
WARNING:
For your safety, use only tires and
wheels that match the original specification. Tires
that do not match the original specification can
aect the operation of the TPMS.
WARNING:
Never exceed the speed rating of your
vehicle's tires. The speed rating is shown on the
sidewall of your tires (see Understanding Tire
Markings on page 189).
Asymmetric Tires
Model 3 tires are asymmetric and must be mounted on
the wheel with the correct sidewall facing outward. The
sidewall of the tire is marked with the word
OUTSIDE.
When new tires are installed, make sure that the tires are
correctly mounted on the wheels.
WARNING:
Road holding is seriously impaired if
the tires are incorrectly installed on the wheels.
Removing and Installing Aero Covers
If your Model 3 is equipped with aero covers, you must
remove them to access the lug nuts.
To remove an aero cover:
1. Grasp the aero cover firmly with both hands.
2. Pull the aero cover toward you to release the
retaining clips.
To install an aero cover:
1. Align the aero cover into position so that the notch at
the base of the Tesla "T" is aligned with the tire's
valve stem.
2.
Push firmly around the perimeter of the aero cover
until it fully snaps into place.
For Gemini wheels, press on the perimeter of the
cover until it aligns with the wheel surface. Press on
the Tesla “T” in the center until the cap snaps into
place. See
Parts and Accessories on page 176 for
more information.
CAUTION:
Make sure the aero cover is fully
secure before driving to prevent it from falling
o.
Removing and Installing Lug Nut Covers
If your Model 3 is equipped with lug nut covers, you
must remove them to access the lug nuts.
To remove a lug nut cover:
1. Insert the curved part of the lug nut cover tool
(located in the glovebox for some vehicles, or you
can use a small allen wrench) into the hole at the
base of the Tesla "T.
Tire Care and Maintenance
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