Tesla Model Y: Cold Weather Best Practices
Tesla Model Y (2020-2026) Owner's Manual / Driving / Cold Weather Best Practices
- Before Driving
- Removing Ice From Door Handle
- Applying WD-40 to Door Handle Pivot Pins
- While Driving
- After Driving
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Before Driving
When snow and ice accumulate on your vehicle, moving
parts, such as the door handles, windows, mirrors, and
wipers can freeze in place. To achieve maximum range
and performance, it is helpful to wa
Removing Ice From Door Handle
In severe winter conditions, ice buildup within the door handle can prevent
the door handle from opening. The process for freeing a Model Y door handle is
slightly different than other door handles;
Applying WD-40 to Door Handle Pivot Pins
In severe winter conditions, applying WD-40 to door handle pivot pins can
help prevent ice buildup that might immobilize the handle. Consider applying
WD-40 to the door handle pivot pins if you are
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Replacing Cabin Air Filters
Model Y has an air filter that prevents pollen, industrial
fallout, road dust, and other particles from entering the
cabin through the vents. Tesla recommends replacing
these filters every 2 years (every year in China). Cabin
filters can be purchased at the Tesla online store.
To replace the ca
Steering Interventions
Lane Assist provides steering interventions if Model Y
drifts into (or close to) an adjacent lane in which an
object, such as a vehicle, is detected. In these situations,
Model Y automatically steers to a safer position in the
driving lane. This steering is applied only when Model Y is traveling
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