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Just an FYI, if anyone ever runs in to some issue with Tesla trying to void their warranty, remember the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act. Even if they write doing X will void your warranty, there are still limitations in place on manufacturers by law. Reach out to your attorney general ASAP if they claim that your warranty is voided. You are absolutely allowed to fix your own car and you do not have to use ONLY OEM parts. Like all laws though, the act is a little loose, but the attorney general can be an extremely useful tool. I've taken advantage of their services many times.

@dontbanmebrodontbanme5403

Жыл бұрын

This makes sense. It's similar to walking into a store and seeing a sign on the floor saying, "Caution: Wet Floor". Ok, thanks for letting me know. But if I slip and break my leg, that sign won't get the store out from under a lawsuit. They'll still have to pay! Obviously, messing with your Tesla is trickier. If you don't know what you're doing an actively damage your car, it's no different than dropping your laptop and expecting a full warranty. On the other hand, jailbreaking your software should not be cause to have your warranty voided. At least not in every case.

@michaelgrandoff1170

Жыл бұрын

@@AncientRe 😂😂😂

@csag7803

Жыл бұрын

@@dontbanmebrodontbanme5403 I might get that swapping parts with non OEM could be logical as a self fix which could be an odd reason to void the warranty. However, I firmly believe that purposefully jailbreaking or opening up the software for modifications on a software heavy vehicle is cause for your warranty to be voided. Seems unreasonable to remove the safety bars on a balcony for a few centimeters of space and then complain about it that the safety measures arent there.

I have a new 2023 Model 3 with LFP battery. Having 100% battery charge daily is a nice bonus. IT means I have a nice usable range for the money. I could have spent much much more on a Model 3 long range, but at 80% charge it meant the effective range (if you follow guidelines) tops out only 20-30 miles more than my Standard range LFP. Paired with supercharger network i'm finding it's more than sufficient for road trips as well.

@danharold3087

Жыл бұрын

If you do some digging the LFP battery will last longer if you don't regularly charge to 100%. Tesla wants you to charge it to 100% once a week to keep the battery indicator in sync with the condition of the battery. At least that is what I recall.

@ASSK555

Жыл бұрын

I have the 2022 LFP SR+ it’s perfect, but the funny/strange thing is that the car is registered in my country as the model: Long Range RWD.

@Sofia_Freja

Жыл бұрын

@@danharold3087 I've read that as well. Also it's my understanding that it degrades in the first 100k miles of use at about the same rate as the regular Tesla battery whether keep it 100% or not. But then after that the degradation of the battery levels off, and loss of range over time/mileage is much less.

@PixleFusionX

Жыл бұрын

My 2019 Lr I charge it to 80-90% 233 miles at 80% and 263 at 90% and 293 at 100%. I’ve only charge it to 95% once for a long road trip. When I’m at a supercharger to go from 90% to 100% the speed drops down to like 30kwh. Says it will take about 30 minutes but I’m not that patient to wait. I will agree it is annoying only charging to 80% BUT I have not needed to really charge that much except for my thanksgiving road trip. 80% charge will last me for 3-4 days without charging. I drive it to work and back and around town.

@PlaysByProx

Жыл бұрын

​@@danharold3087 This is incorrect. The battery will last longer regardless, it'll just degrade faster until 100k miles then balance off. The LFP battery itself is said 12,000 cycles regardless of 100% charging, where NMC will only last 1,500 cycles.

While I do appreciate Tesla giving the drivers the freedom to choose between long life and long range, I would like to see some kind of battery health score assigned to each Tesla so would-be used car shoppers know if they're getting one that was well taken care of.

I didn’t know that they updated the door so the window goes down if people pull the emergency latch. Good to know. I’ve been warning everyone not to pull it as they get it. I use to shut my last car door by the window, but now that you brought that up I’ll shut it in the same fashion you mentioned you do. Love these videos. I always seem to find one thing I didn’t know. Thanks!

Id like to be able to creep while reversing but hold for driving

Great video today, Ryan. Some of these things I was aware of, but others not. In particular, the manual door latch change is really nice to know about.

For everyone outside the US, the comments about the creep and hold function apply to people used to automatic gear boxes. Most people that drive manual cars were used to roll but now are used to hold since most manual cars come with hold, so no change.

good vid ryan....this was a very informative segment that was useful for the long term ownership of my model y..cheers

Hey Ryan thank you so much another great video I’m wondering if you can get into the depths on preconditioning the battery I live in Florida I can’t understand if I doing it right or wrong I know the temperature is an issue but I’ve heard things where people say always pre-condition the battery if you can dive into it would be awesome

If I want to mod something I buy out of warranty... if I buy something on warranty I don't mess with it until the warranty is done.

Another informative video Ryan. 🙂 I wish more people would take the time to educate themselves on their Teslas. I watched one video where someone was claiming that their Tesla battery pack had degraded to 80% max charge with only 20k miles on it. Their test methodology was to charge it to 100% (YIKES!!!) and then drain it to 0% (Double YIKES!!!) and compare their range to the EPA estimated range for their Tesla (Sigh). Of course it was hardly a surprise that their mileage didn't match with the EPA estimate anymore than it would with an ICE vehicle given the myriad of variables that the person failed to take into account (e.g. terrain, weather, traffic, battery degradation due to abusing their battery pack, etc.). In another video about degradation the owner casually mentioned that he ran a test (100% to 0%) many times in the past to document his battery degradation. That's like wondering why your paint is getting scratched and then mentioning that you take it through an automatic car wash every few days. Both sets of videos fit my category of "Well, there's your problem." content.

Glad you added that if you are about to leave for a road-trip, you can charge to 100%. The damage comes when you keep it at the high charge for long periods. If you’re about to discharge it, you can.

@SyntheticSpy

Жыл бұрын

It can still have a greater effect on the longevity of the battery even if you drain it back down quickly, but as long as you aren’t doing it every time it shouldn’t really be an issue

Love your channel! Wife and I really enjoy our '22 Model Y Performance. Thanks for all of your content. 🙏

Tesla needs to grow up & allow bi directional

@IvanRamirez-fs3sf

Жыл бұрын

I apologize for the lack of my knowledge but what do you mean directional? Thank you

Great video Ryan! Wish my 2022 Model Y didn’t have to get a new front motor already. Just got the “front motor temporarily disabled” turtle coming up.

Good tips!

great tips Ryan . most seem like common sense but I think that is in short supply these days!

Rule of thumb: Don't mod ANYTHING until after the warranty period. Federal laws say the dealer must PROVE that your mods caused the failure, but you'll have to go to court to enforce that.

I would argue that some periodic use of brakes is recommended to help keep the rotors clear. Depending on where you lie (climate) will require more or less

Ryan does adding a aftermarket power frunk or trunk void any warranty on the car. I rarely open my frunk since of the way we need to close. I have a 2018 model 3. Original owner. I’m not getting rid of it since I bought the FSD feature back then & want to see it in operation!

Thx Ryan. 👍 Does that window latch software update apply to all Tesla’s now?

Just want to clarify, I just bought a model 3 from Tesla that has a LFP battery. I live in the U.S.

Great Video!

It’s illegal to void warranty because you took your car to a local shop who performs proper work. If they do that, they will be sued.

@briankeeley6464

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like this topic could be it's own video.

One of the things giving me pause about buying a Tesla is the attitude that it’s not my car after the purchase.

All good advice.

Some great tips here, I do disagree with the device that allows you to go hands-free with autopilot. I'm perfectly fine to pay attention and have my hands right next to the wheel while using autopilot. While some people may use this in an unsafe way, that doesn't mean everybody is. I do not like having to apply pressure to my steering wheel while I'm going straight down the road. That's counterintuitive to driving.

@alexd302

Жыл бұрын

Moving either your left- or right-hand scroll wheel 1 click does the trick. I always have a hand on the wheel and yet my car sometimes doesn't recognize this. I simply increase or reduce my audio volume 1 click to satisfy the car.

@nazzarenopisano652

Жыл бұрын

I don't have one of these devices, but I agree with you. Other cars use "eye tracking" to make sure you're paying attention, so that is clearly the important part. Tesla just happens to use the steering wheel to monitor this. Paying attention and being always ready to take over is the important part though. Unfortunately, Tesla has to cater to the lowest common denominator, and that means unsafe people.

@Ryan thank you for the tips. i’m planning to order and install the Hansshow Rear Entertainment and Climate Control Touch Screen Display. just wondering if this is considering as jailbreak and will void the Tesla warranty? please advise. Thank you

Do advertised plug-in accessories void the warranty? After market displays for example.

Good points! I might add, DON’T SLAM THE DOORS! With the windows down slightly, you don’t have to fight air pressure to close the door.

@tdtesla

Жыл бұрын

my passengers seem incapable of slamming my doors smh

@dilbertnewton6864

Жыл бұрын

Most cars due this automatically, i.e. lower window slightly when door opens, then close after door closes.

@envisionelectronics

Жыл бұрын

All MY windows do lower themselves slightly when one door is open and closed to prevent pressure shock. I noticed this happening after a couple of updates ago. It may have always been this way but just recently noticed.

6:18 what is that color? Absolutely love it.

“Who needs more than 300 miles of range?” Someone who actually needs 300 miles of range but doesn’t want to destroy their car.

@chidorirasenganz

Жыл бұрын

Almost no one drives 300 miles everyday. Most folks drive 30 miles or less everyday.

@chidorirasenganz

Жыл бұрын

@@mujjuman Most buildings and homes you go to have outlets. And if you don’t live somewhere without power you can can always fast charge and get a decent charge in 10-15 min. If you have 20-25min say at a mall or grocery store you’ll be there long enough to get 80% which is the max you’ll regularly charge a non-LFP EV anyways.

good video, ryan

So I just got my promo code to get my mobile connector for my Tesla Model why that is coming next week. Problem is is they are sold out. My question for you is do you know how often they get restocked since you deal with this more than I do? Thank you ahead of time

@travisr70

Жыл бұрын

They are randomly out stock on the website, check with the delivery center or service center. They usually have some in stock.

@ryanshaw or others using leather shield products on their white seating area? Is this something to consider, or just simply clean with non-chemical wipes, as noted by Ryan?

Can you do one for Rivian?

one of your best videos ever 💚🙏👍👍

@Ryan - thanks for the video. On the charging topic the new Model 3 batteries actually need to be charged to a 100% to allow the BMS system to correctly measure the state of charge. This is because of the new charging curve associated with the chemical composition of the battery. Basically if you don't do it to 100% the car's estimated range will be very unpredictable because of the new discharge curve. Just look into it there are plenty of videos explaining this!

@skytrakn

Жыл бұрын

Do you think it should be charged to 100% most of the time if possible?

@PulkitTalwar-wr3ye

Жыл бұрын

@@skytrakn yep according to new Tesla recommendations if you have the new 2023 standard range model - so the battery management system can predict correctly.

@skytrakn

Жыл бұрын

2022 standard range.

What about LFP minimum charge 5% as well?

Can you do a video on how the hell FSD is supposed to work? How to turn it on. How to turn it off. How to set the destination and turn fsd on? I can’t figure out how to use it at all

9:30 The autopilot buddy does not mean you never get the nag warning. It just happens less often. Also the camera nag only works if you have FSD Beta enabled.

My Model Y Long range does not allow me to change the setting - role, creep and hold. It is greyed out for me.

Does the model-y shipped from middle east or germany include LFP batteries ?

Looking for feedback here! I’m in the market for a Tesla right now, but im also not in a rush to buy it. I am most likely getting the Model 3 performance but my question is how far out until there are any updated battery packs that will significantly increase battery range ?

@danharold3087

Жыл бұрын

If they released that information sales might plummet.

I got a Model Y Performance and was thinking about switching out the 21 inch wheels to 20 inch squared setup, would that void the warranty as well? Thinking about getting martian wheels.

@tesla_tap

Жыл бұрын

Shouldn't be an issue, assuming the wheels are not square! So long as tires and rims do not cause other damage, you're home free. Lots of owners change out the tires and rims.

How do things like accessories and interior modifications affect warranty? Things like lights plugged into the electrical outlets. Does anyone have any experience on this?

I took delivery of my Model y over the weekend. I've been reading about how the seats crack over time since they aren't real leather. Used to have a couch that cracked and flaked and wanted to ask if there was a way to condition the seats to prevent that.

@tesla_tap

Жыл бұрын

I've never heard of Tesla's non-leather seats cracking, although that does happen to leather seats over time. The material Tesla an other automakers uses should last about 10 times that of leather, as it's far more durable. The fake leather material couchs use may look similar, but is not. Of course if you use sharp metal on any material, like pants with metal studs, it could be damaged fairly quickly.

@danharold3087

Жыл бұрын

Real leather car seats get fine lines/cracks with age. I am not sure about when each cracks.

The regen not being available at 100% whilst true, only lasts for a few minutes. Realistically after a mile drive it’s already at 99% lol

How could regen breaking not work? In order to regen, that means you would have to use some of the battery first. Maybe it’s just slightly less efficient to regen at a higher state of charge?

@danharold3087

Жыл бұрын

You answered your question. You have to use some of the battery first. With a 100% battery there is no place for the electricity to go.

I just did a youtube video on someone’s standard range M3. It has LFP and says the percentage on top. Guess what that is in Los Angeles. It was just delivered on two days ago.

I'm really glad to find out that Tesla fixed the manual door handle seal issue!

Anybody who grabs the glass to shut the door is an animal 😩😩😩

You are my go to Tesla news guy

Do those "aftermarket modification" prohibitions apply to things like supplemental instrument or HUD units and/or replacement yoke steering wheels for models 3&Y?

I have been too afraid to test the manual door handles opening myself, but people I show the car accidentally use them all the time, finally not having to worry about warning passengers how to open the door is a huge software plus! Ps. Do you happen to know what software iteration brought this change?

@qman66

Жыл бұрын

Really? I don't think I've ever had anyone use that manual latch. I feel like it's harder to see. The button is illuminated and right next to the handle

@daviddennis5789

Жыл бұрын

@@qman66 You haven't driven with my relatives. Happens all the time if I'm not quick enough to stop them.

@EC2DESIGN

Жыл бұрын

I bought third party door icon stickers from Amazon and placed it on the button, it works wonders

@doreenpeak6146

Жыл бұрын

@@qman66 I didn't even know a manual latched existed in my model 3, 2022? I'll have to look for it, as I always use the illuminated door open button

No mention about LFP batteries? Aren’t they supposed to be charged 100%?

Some micro cloth and hot water (not hotter then 50C or you get burned) works just fine to clean the interior, don't use any chemicals.

I never even considered a warranty issue when I installed a 3rd party swivel behind my touch screen. It allows me to angle the screen in my direction, and to eliminate sun glare when necessary, since it allows both side to side and up and down adjustment. I don't know why it didn't come with the car. Do you think Tesla will tell me my warranty is void, should I need a repair in the future? I also installed an anti glare protective touch screen to protect the Tesla screen from fingerprints and possible damage. I mean, how far will Tesla go to deny warranty service?

Hi Ryan, quick question. My tesla model 3 paint chipt off on one side under the driver door, i talked to tesla they said tesla paint does not get covered with warranty is it true? it was painted badly in first place

@Gokkee

Жыл бұрын

Heard some similar cases. Either take them to court and pray they are wrong or try to fight it out with them first. If it had a bad paint job when delivered you should have brought it up then.

Have u not looked into powerwall?

Vinyl license plates. What do you think about using Vinyl license plates in front of Tesla Y? They are apparently explicitly legal in California and not explicitly prohibited in other states. Apparently, they stay on rather well and come off with very hot water, and do not damage the paint. But I have no experience with them

I have to drive about 85 miles in my model y for work twice a week. Half way I supercharge to 100 when I go home at the end of the week at about 50 miles in. Hopefully it's not an issue. Either way I don't have a choice.

@willzander6514

Жыл бұрын

You do not have to charge to 100%

New Model Y owner here - I tried auto steer for the first time, and the prompts to apply pressure to the wheel came up frequently even though I had my hand on the wheel at all times. I had to squeeze it really hard (with a deathgrip) to register that I was still holding the wheel. Is this normal? Is there a certain location on the wheel that has sensors and can register without squeezing the life out of the wheel every time I get that warning?

@JasmLiu

Жыл бұрын

The steering wheel isn't measuring grip strength. Apply slight steering force clockwise or anticlockwise instead, apply too much steering and it'll disable autosteer.

@mrclaytontodd

Жыл бұрын

@@JasmLiu thank you!!

One thing to add don’t wear sun tan lotion and sit on your seats it creates a oily fade. If you do wipe it down immediately that vegan leather is so sensitive! Luckily it didn’t stick! ;)

Correct me if I am wrong. Any EV battery has a finite number of charging cycles. If you use the vehicles power for other uses like powering your home or excessive use for powering electrical devices, this will result in your battery requiring more charging cycles. Your battery will require replacing after fewer miles travelled than if the battery had been used solely for vehicle propulsion.

@chidorirasenganz

Жыл бұрын

You’re technically correct but the power draw of personal electronics will be insignificant. Now powering your home for extended periods of time will eat into charge cycles but it depends on how long and how power hungry your home is. But as a backup or grid stabilizer it won’t make up a big difference and will save you from buying home energy storage.

@alexd302

Жыл бұрын

@@chidorirasenganz Not talking about personal electronics but rather about heavy electrical tools on a building site.

Do you think adding a skid plate (mountain pass smash me skid plate) would count as a mod? Or should I attempt to have Tesla instal this (I don’t know if they’d agree)?

@boblenz434

Жыл бұрын

I've wondered the same thing. I'd like to protect the front of the battery with the coolant lines I've heard can break off if something large goes under the vehicle.

@daviddennis5789

Жыл бұрын

For what it's worth, I had that skid plate installed at my local service station (I have to drive along some gravel roads often). This last week I had the Tesla service station install their winter tire set on the vehicle and they didn't say anything about the skid plate being on the car. I've had it on since last Spring and can't tell of any issues.

Tesla needs to add an automatic latching mechanism for the frunk, it's way past due. Even though it's not a hood, it still operates like one. Being able to remotely open it is a flaw, not a feature. I know the app can warn you before opening, but not always. Accidentally opening it with my key or phone remotely is a nagging worry to the point where I never use it for storage.

As I've said before, they could just apply power to the motors in reverse to provide brake by motor instead of using pads. This would consume battery rather than overcharging and then use regen braking when the battery isn't at 100%. This is how electric RC cars brake. Also could allow for improved brake performance on Plaid in extreme conditions by providing reverse power in addition to the pads.

@doates625

Жыл бұрын

With just a motor and battery, the motor can't brake the car without charging the battery. That violates conservation of energy. The "Power in reverse" has to go somewhere. They could pump that power into a resistive load to generate heat, but there would be no efficiency benefit compared to brake pads, which also just convert kinetic energy into heat

@abc123fhdi

Жыл бұрын

@@doates625 if you were backing up the car from a parking space it would use battery just like driving it forward. this should have the same effect even if the car is moving forwards on it's own momentum and should use battery power not generate more power. the wheels don't actually spin in reverse but it's reverse thrust which will use battery power.

@tomooo2637

Жыл бұрын

@@doates625 no, not correct If you can dump the energy in battery the it is regen. If you need more braking than regen can absorb at slow speed then you use power from the battery to reverse the motor.

@jdesmo1

Жыл бұрын

@@doates625 wrong-go back to school

is this a re-upload? or have you just talked about all these things in other videos and I've watched too many of your vids? 😅

One of my biggest issues with my 2022 MY LR is the very stiff suspension. I was looking into more comfort, suspension upgrades, but I’m worried about voiding my warranty. I am hoping that the comfort suspension retrofits on a newer MY will be available soon at tesla service centers.

@jasonfranciosa

Жыл бұрын

They just upgraded the suspension for all Model Y's and 3's. I just got my Model 3 a few days ago and the suspension is great.

@rhsalce

Жыл бұрын

@@jasonfranciosa what model years recievef new suspension? 2022?

@rhsalce

Жыл бұрын

@J Y what is the benefit of the 38psi?

@jasonfranciosa

Жыл бұрын

@@rhsalce October 2022

@alexd302

Жыл бұрын

You can't satisfy everyone - case in point, I am quite happy with the stiff ride on my 2020 M3 LR as it is a more sporty ride and the handling is great. (I have the performance upgrade option) I did however opt for the 19 inch wheels instead of 20 inch as I don't want it any stiffer than this.

Charging to 100% is fine for the European or Australian Standard Range Model Y as it has an LFP battery

Speaking of Telsa Warranty, would adding different puddle lights under the doors void the warranty?

@tesla_tap

Жыл бұрын

It would only affect the warranty for those lights you replace only, and they could have a valid reason to invalidate the warranty for the power source (i.e. if you were to short out the light, it might damage the power source). In reality, no it doesn't affect your warranty. And for the 3/Y and new S/X LR/Plaid, it uses electronic fuses that can even deal with short circuits without damage. I've replaced my puddle lights and many other LEDs, and it has never been an issue.

@markdavidson7224

Жыл бұрын

@@tesla_tap excellent. Thank you

Weatherking drum heads rule

6:15 slamming the frunk incorrectly is the real reason Jay Leno got burned

Bojorn tests reveal that Teslas uniquely have another say 35 miles left at "zero". Using window to open or close a frameless door is just reckless, I have similar designed BMWs and see no necessity for that. The fronk however--that seems too fragile as often as it's likely accessed.

Ryan can you charge fully 100% on long trips at every stop to charge say Shitcago to Florida? You said you charge 100% before you leave but didn't specify if you charge to 100% on all ur stopping charge points.

@ZombaJuice

Жыл бұрын

The last 20% takes a LONG time, so you are generally better off with more stops and only going to 80/90%

@RyanShawtech

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, you're not going to want to charge to 100% on each stop because the last 20% takes the longest.

To be fair, anyone who needs to service the battery more than likely is way past the warranty period

I've had my Tesla for three months and have already taken it on long road trips. There were times when the computer said I needed to fully charge to get to the next charging station with a very low SOC to spare. In one case the computer said I needed to not go over 60 mph which also meant I needed to stop running the heater in cold weather to conserve the battery power. So I did that. Very miserable in 13 degree weather! However I found the computer recommendaton to not always be good. There were plenty of superchargers in between the ones the computer recommended but didn't identify, I had to search for them myself. Is there a way to display all superchargers on my route?

@JeffJacquesmd

Жыл бұрын

I just got back from a 900 mile round trip road trip. I use A Better Route Planner to plan the drive and the stops (including whether I want to stop at a SC with amenities) and then I use the Tesla Nav to plan the route to each stage of the drive. ABRP is a free app on iOS and on Android, I keep ABRP open on my phone during the drive and check on the route on both the Tesla Nav and the app while driving. To your specific question, on the map on the right side there is an icon for superchargers, if you click it you should be able to “see”all the available SCs,but I have found this to not be 100% accurate. Good luck

@TheAeroegg

Жыл бұрын

@@JeffJacquesmd Thanks! I just completed a 4,700 mile trip yesterday. I didn't notice the little charge symbol on the middle of my screen (Plaid), that definitely would have helped on my trip. On a long drive like that I like to space out the superchargers about every 2 - 2.5 hours to allow for quicker charging and attempt to get to the sites with the better price rates.

Does it mean that LFP batteries are immune to extra battery degradation associated with frequent full charges? No… The only reason why Tesla recommends to fully charge the Model 3 cars that have LFP batteries is because it helps the BMS (Battery Management System) to estimate the available battery capacity more precisely. Compared to other battery chemistries, LFP’s charge/discharge voltage curves are extremely flat. Basically, the voltage only rises when the battery is almost full and drops when it’s almost empty. This is why it’s much harder for a BMS to estimate correctly the SoC of a LFP battery. Regarding customer service, for Tesla is more important to have a reliable GoM than to have a battery with a fenomenal cycle life - since one feature becomes obvious to the customer much sooner than the other.

It was a Tesla service advisor that told me to use Clorox wipes on my white seats. He told me it’s what’s suggested by Tesla. Doubt that’s written anywhere, but that’s what I was told.

For Number 8, you buy the Performance upgrade directly from Tesla.

The cars are awesome already why on earth would I modify the car to make it “better “. Just keep it stock then keep upgrading 😀

We had a 2020 Y that was totaled back in March when we got rear ended. We just got our 2022 Y replacement. The previous Y you could adjust your charging for just about any amount. This 2022 only allows 50-100%. According to what you just said, it should be a LPF battery. Am I missing something?

@tesla_tap

Жыл бұрын

If it's a USA car, no you do not have LFP. All cars allow 50-100%. It's the indicator that shows the daily level that changes between LFP and NCA battery types. NCA will show daily from 50-90%, but it allows you to set it to 100%. After a few days at 100%, you will get a suggestion warning to set it back below 100%.

@surfercouple

Жыл бұрын

Hi Ryan- I have a 2023 Model 3. I’m located in the U.S., (California, not far from Tesla plant.) I looked under Software/Controls and I definitely have the Lithium Ion Phosphate battery. I can send you a screenshot, if it would be helpful for your videos. In the training classes I took (online) with Tesla, they covered charging and also specified that all of us had LFP batteries. I recorded this part of the training to show my husband since this has been a big point of debate between us since we bought the car, (how high to charge the battery.) The training confirmed yes, charge to 100. (Confusingly enough, our Tesla advisor at the dealership who delivered the car to us said charge the car to 90. It’s no wonder we are all confused.)

@doreenpeak6146

Жыл бұрын

@@surfercouple I have a 2022 model 3 RWD and my software information shows LFP battery in mine as well..I live in NJ..because mine is RWD I read all model 3 RWD have FFP..and I remember my Tesla rep when picking up my car and going over specifications mentioned this regarding charging my battery and the changes made to model 3??

@surfercouple

Жыл бұрын

@@doreenpeak6146 Hi Doreen- There's an awesome FaceBook group for ladies who own Teslas (Tesla Divas). Very positive. It's also a good place for sharing info.

@dianawolftorres8594

Жыл бұрын

@@doreenpeak6146 Hi Doreen- Diana here again. I was in my Tesla today looking at my charge history and noticed the charging recommendations. It reads as follows: "We recommend keeping your charge limit at 100% and charging fully once per week." I asked about this wording when I took the Tesla classes, (the ones on Microsoft Teams they invite you to after you buy the car.) The moderator said the "charging fully once per week" is at a minimum and yes, keep the charge limit at 100%. We keep our Tesla plugged in when we are not using it, so our Tesla is charged to 100% each night. We are getting 272 miles of range on a standard RWD Tesla 3 2023.

I like my 21 m3 lr but 3 times tesla had to warranty the car and every time they make the customer experience so horrible I'm considering a Ford [gross]. I understand crap happens but man tesla is dropping the ball with supporting the product and people who paid for said product. Nervous for tesla ownership outside of my warranty.

@davidwillims2004

Жыл бұрын

maybe, but my wide went the local Chevy house, with our Bolt, and they were pushing an oil change.

@borshardsd

Жыл бұрын

@@davidwillims2004 sad to think everyone is like that. Well then, I guess it's all effed.

@bryanwhitton1784

Жыл бұрын

I feel so special. I have been to my local Tesla shop on several occasions both for maintenance and repair. I even got rear ended once and had to go to the Tesla body shop. For one warranty job they even came to my house and replaced the cable. In all cases they were pleasant and did exactly what they said they were going to do. When I was rear ended I was on the phone with the service line within a minute or two and they were already setting the schedule and having me take pictures so they could be prepared. Absolutely great in every instance.

@domcars

Жыл бұрын

Get a BMW m240i

@borshardsd

Жыл бұрын

@@domcars personally, built ground up to be an ev matters to me. I'm not a fan of any auto maker tossing ev powertrain in an ice vehicle. Looking forward to bmw's vehicles with the 4680 structural packs

I've had our MD3 a year now and have a 10% drop in mileage.....so instead of 354 at 100% we get approximately 330 miles. From this 330 miles we get about 300 miles in real time.

@Cuti932

Жыл бұрын

Based on your 354 FRange, I guess you have 2021 M3 Dual motor? The 2021 Perform has only 315 FR because the higher HP motor consumes more battery. I find no technical explanation for charging to 90% instead of 100%. Take a look at your phone, you plug in at the end of a day to have full charge next morning, no one tells you to charge to 90% or less. My guess is they don't want you to charge to 100% to find out your battery is degraded each year/after 10K miles and even at full charge, you do not get the advertised mileage. Tesla has many ways to avoid warranty claim.

@SANTIAGOSANCHEZ-yw3pd

Жыл бұрын

@@Cuti932 Correct I failed to state the year but it is a 2021. I see the difference in charging also at 90%, instead of the 304 it used to display at 90% it is at 291. Thanks for the quick reply...Happy Holidays.

My wife and I are looking for a used Tesla, and visited a Raleigh NC car dealer yesterday who has about 30 on their lot. The car we went to test drive was found on the Edmunds web app, and is a 2019 Model 3 that is marked down to a very good price. When we arrived, they brought the car to the door for us, but as we attempted to leave the lot on the test drive the sales rep noticed that battery was at 0% charge, so we immediately pulled it into their charging bay. We looked at other Teslas on the lot and asked to drive three of them. The sales rep got the key cards, and two of the cars had dead 12 volt batteries, so we couldn't even open the doors, and though we got in the third car, the main battery was so dead the touch screen wouldn't respond. What are your thoughts on car dealers who know nothing about EVs and brick them after placing them on the lot? How do you evaluate the potential damage to the battery after this has happened? Thanks for the great tips you gave in this video.

if you store your car for a long period of time this uses more energy and is inefficient as you have to keep the battery charged. This is where you would want to have solar to keep the batteries charged, keep in mind solar panels have to be cleaned and maintained, and may not last forever as Tesla has a warranty on solar panels being able to produce a certain amount of power after a certain time, which seems to imply that solar panels over time make less power.

*10. Don't update to Tesla Vision* if you're happy with your car and don't want it to improve in some areas but worsen in other areas.

As long as it's under warranty, there is not much reason to go to a 3rd party. However, I think it's only a matter of time before someone challenges them on this, under the Moss-Magnuson Act. Even something like opening the battery can be done without violating a warranty, unless the act of opening it can be demonstrated to be the cause of the failure. My approach has been to not make mechanical modifications to my vehicles until after the warranty is up. Only cosmetic stuff allowed, generally speaking.

@tesla_tap

Жыл бұрын

Well, opening top of the battery destorys the seal, and normally the cover is destroyed in the process of removal. I don't see how most people could put it back together and ensure it is properly sealed. So I can see Tesla voiding the battery warranty if you open it up. Now there are a few covers that can be opened without damaging the battery, for example to replace the pyro fuse. It's less clear if work on those items would void the warranty if you properly seal it up after the work is done. Then again, if the battery is in warranty, why would anyone pull it apart?

@NSFWHarold

Жыл бұрын

@@tesla_tap Understood, and I acknowledged that if it's under warranty, no reason to take it anywhere else. And yes, if they have made it impossible to open the battery without causing damage, then that's not the best example. What I mean to say is, generically, one should be able to do anything on their vehicle and be protected from a voided warranty as long the thing they did can't be proven to cause a failure. That was the point of the Moss-Magnusson act. So they can't void the warranty on the car because you got the windows tinted, that sort of thing. With that said, manufacturers are purposely making things such that the only way to service them is destructively, and that's not an accident. This is why Right-to-repair reforms are so important, and, thankfully, a non-partisan issue.

0:43 sigh. i wish for a LFP Model Y in 2023 but then the tax credits.😔😔

Missed towing directions and limitations

So if one goes on vacation for a month and forgot to plug in the car while the battery is low, resulting in a drained battery, which may void the warranty then that risk a battery replacement cost of $14k to $22k dollars? People who experience this will be totally piss.

My new model Y defaults to 90% max and the website seems to indicate 90% (as did yours probably). Do you drop it to 80% or just leave it at 90%. I’m curious if the miles you can technically drive past 0% account for almost an additional 10% reserve which would make the 90% closer to an actual 80%? Haven’t done the math to see if that works out but just a thought that crossed my mind in why they might suggest 90%

@guamTheFear

Жыл бұрын

I just got my Model Y this weekend and this is the case, would be wondering what to do, leave it at the default 90% or change to 80% as I have heard so many times

@1973AdamP

Жыл бұрын

@@guamTheFear I changed it to 80%

@bvzweig

Жыл бұрын

I got my new Model Y in early October, and I asked that question to a Tesla rep. It was during a Microsoft Teams webinar for helping new Tesla owners learn about their car. He told me 90% is recommended on them now, so that's what I've been using.

The new batteries (TFPs) state 100% at least once a week.

Picked up my Model Y on Saturday afternoon at 85% charge it was at 20% by Monday morning. Thought I would at least make it to Wednesday before needing a charge. Seems off to me. What say you?

I really want an EV but it’s so expensive to upgrade my electric in a townhouse. Some day hopefully…

Biggest Tesla flaw by far.....Their service centers and unqualified techs.

10. Take a vacation to the north country in the winter. 🥶🤣🤣🤣

Well that’s reassuring 330 kilometres range from 100% to zero BUT from the recommended 80% to 30% only 165 k range Which may ok in EUROPE but utterly useless in sprawling Australia

@RyanShawtech

Жыл бұрын

This is a recommendation for daily usage. Most likely, you aren’t daily using over 165km of range.