How to replace the HEPA filter in a Tesla Model Y 🔧😷#tesla #hepa #ev #car #modely, by TaylorOnWheels on YouTube. 2 min 15 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 15 s
- Time to do it
- 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Park the car, turn it off and open the front trunk. Let the car sit so the cabin air system is not running while you work.
Pull back the rubber weatherstrip and remove the plastic cover panel at the base of the windshield on the passenger side.
Take out the screws holding the filter housing lid, then lift the lid off to expose the old filter.
Slide the old HEPA filter out of the housing. Note which way the airflow arrow points before you set it aside.
Clean any leaves or dust from inside the housing with a cloth or a quick blast of air.
Slide the new filter in with the airflow arrow pointing the same way as the old one. Push it fully into place.
Refit the housing lid and tighten the screws evenly. Do not overtighten them into the plastic.
Put the plastic cover panel back and press the weatherstrip into place along its full length.
Close the front trunk, start the car and run the climate fan on high to check for rattles or air leaks.
Tips and common mistakes
Match the airflow arrow on the new filter to the old one, or the filter will not seal properly.
Wear gloves, since old cabin filters hold dust and pollen.
Check the filter roughly every 12 months or sooner if you drive in dusty areas.
Do not force the plastic trim clips; warm them slightly in cold weather so they do not snap.
Questions
How often should I change the HEPA filter in a Model Y?
Tesla suggests checking it about once a year. Replace it sooner if airflow drops or the cabin smells musty.
Do I need to reset anything in the car after the swap?
No reset is needed. Just run the climate fan to confirm normal airflow.
Can I do this without special tools?
A basic driver set and a plastic trim tool are enough. Avoid metal pry bars that can scratch the trim.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
