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Vehicle Labeling

It is important to understand your vehicle's original tire sizes and pressures. This information can be found on the Tire Information label, visible on the door pillar when the front door is open.

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Note
If your Model 3 is fitted with Tesla accessory wheels or tires, your Model 3 may include an additional label indicating that values may differ from what is stated on the label.
Tire and Loading Information label visible on center door pillar
  1. Tire Information Label
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Warning
Overloading Model 3 has an adverse effect on braking and handling, which can compromise your safety or cause damage.
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CAUTION
Never store large amounts of liquid in Model 3. A significant spill can cause electrical components to malfunction.

Tire Information Label

The Tire Information label provides:

  • The maximum number of occupant seating positions.
  • The size of the original tires.
  • The cold inflation pressures for the original front and rear tires. These pressures are recommended to optimize ride and handling characteristics.

Label Format:

An example of a Tire label

Never change this label, even if you use different tires in the future.

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Note
If Model 3 is loaded to its full capacity, double check all tires to ensure they are inflated to their recommended pressure levels.
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Warning
Tire pressures printed on the Tire Information label DO NOT APPLY to towing. When towing, tire pressures must be increased. For information about the tire pressures required when towing, see Towing and Accessories.

Roof Racks

Model 3 supports the use of Tesla-approved roof racks using a Tesla mounting accessory. To install roof racks, you must use this accessory and you must use only roof rack systems that have been approved by Tesla (see Parts and Accessories). Failure to do so can cause significant damage.