What time of year have you found to be the smelliest?

@ghostclan1434

Жыл бұрын

beginning of summer for sure

@nsarz

Жыл бұрын

July 6! I had the Tesla service experience last year but decided to DIY this year. Kind of awful but not that hard. Thanks for the video!

@Thug9030

11 ай бұрын

Should I wait till it sets before putting filter back in or it doesn’t matter

@aaronhogan6926

10 ай бұрын

Super hot day at the beach for us in mid July. I thought some Tesla hater and put a dirty diaper somewhere ha

Definitely gonna break the white connectors along the way...this is tough the first time

Dude. This was the best and only video that showed me where that damn screw was. Thank you!!!!!

@tesbros

28 күн бұрын

@@ctowndaddy2188 😂 anytime!

I have watched a number of videos on youtube on how this is done. This one IS the most concise and by far the best one. Get to work...

I just followed the instructions and tip for those who will follow Spray the cleaner and close the cap before turning on the ac or the foam will come out like a Volcano

@mms7030

2 ай бұрын

2 late ahahah it just happened ahaha luckily I was fast at turning it off

@collincarter1564

2 ай бұрын

2 late

My Model Y is actually improved over the Model 3 I had. No torx screws, screws much easier to access and no power cord in the way. Definitely much easier to do now than on my Model 3. Now if they could only fix the cause of the smell!

Wow, thx for the detailed panel removal instructions! So many DIY videos gloss over these steps, or don't show at all. Panel removal is often my most feared part of the job, as typically involves prying, and prying the wrong way may break something.

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Glad this helped!

@jamesdavies5872

2 жыл бұрын

I know. I decided to do it myself and when you watch the videos, they just seem to skip over the most important parts and show in detail the easy stuff, like putting in the new filter. I was so relieved to find this video.

Just got mine in and once again, install was a breeze thanks to these videos. Did the rotating screen mount a couple of weeks ago also without issue.

@tesbros

10 ай бұрын

That’s awesome!

Oh my god thank you for posting this my Model 3 has the exact same set up and EVERY other video shows the set up where there is no cable in the way and the screw is in a different spot. Mine is a 2019 Model 3 for anyone reading this and noticing that their cabin air filter set up is different than the one shown in the video. Tesla's video on their website shows a completely different screw location and no cable in the way.

Best video out. Clear instructions. Short sweet and to the point

What year is yours? Mines a 21’ and the torque screw for the air filter cover is at the bottom and really easy to remove. Also, when I turned my AC on it spit out most of the cool it onto the floor of my car. I had to put the cover back on to force the air through the condenser and make the liquid leak underneath the car.

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

This is a 2018! It's nice to see that the newer cars have an easier to remove cover. I'm very sorry about the mess! I'll add a note in the description for that.

Just changed the filters based on your instructions. Thank you!

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Juan! Glad it helped.

@MacMcIntire

3 жыл бұрын

You can buy a replacement screw for the cabin air filter cover plate that's a thumb screw. It's way easier to access the filters. @t

It's absolutely evil how hard they make this, especially to take off the top screw. There's no clearance for a normal sized hand and I hurt my back and neck trying to get it out. It shouldn't require this much specialized equipment to replace something that needs to be replaced so often. What were they thinking? A way to monetize air cabin filter replacements by forcing most people to go to the Tesla service center?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

It is tough! I have fat fingers, too.

@RetroExhibitCollective

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, all my other cars are alot more simple and straight forward. This is a huge annoyance

@e.r.6147

Жыл бұрын

That was bad enginerring 😊

@k28hill

Жыл бұрын

100% agree, same for me. Took a couple of hours!!! Crazy They should have put the screw at the bottom of the panel not the top! Mine was torqued on there pretty hard! Wow!!

@Bane92

Жыл бұрын

When lawsuit?!

My only criticism for this video would have to be you didn't vacuum before you put everything back together. But hey, this was a solid video with clear instructions. Cheers and a like for you my dude.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks broski!

Good stuff, thanks for sharing! I'm 1 year into ownership (13K miles), living in South Florida and I'm already having that funky smell when the car starts up. I was surprised to have this issue already. Looking forward to doing this soon.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it helped! We got our Model Y not too long ago and the smell was already there so we had to change it out right away. So it does happen more often in more humid areas.

@andrewkaylor2416

3 жыл бұрын

@@tesbros I suspect I may be giving the evaporator a good clean before deciding to replace the air filter this soon, but I'm strongly considering going for the HEPA if I'm not immediately satisfied.

Thanks! Just a heads up to new buyers, the screw it now at the BOTTOM side and the orange wire has been moved. I believe it is the same in the newer Model Y. They definitely heard from you guys and techs that it was annoying to have the screw on the top.

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

That’s a big help that the screw was moved!

Missing a few steps. Don't shake the bottle too much, it will come out quickly and powerful. Secondly. When you turn on the AC, be prepared for it to blow out of the hole you took the filters out of. I recommend just putting the plastic cap on for a little bit. Even if you hold it by hand for a few seconds. Otherwise good video. My 2022 model 3 has issues getting the side panel off. But that's just manufacturing error.

Coil cleaner you recommended is expensive, found one at HD (used to clean home AC) for about 1/3 the price, PF Purafilter 2000 19 oz for about $9.

2021 model 3. 3 years of stinky Tesla every few months. I have to buy the kool it, buy the $50 carbon filters and go through this entire process. The OEM filters last about 3 months before smelling like sour socks. The activated carbon filters last about 6-9months. Has Tesla service it once and it was $130 for 20 mins of work in which they replace with OEM filters. Probably my most hated thing about this vehicle. That being having to worry if the dreaded sour socks smell will come out when giving coworkers or friends a ride. Mind you, I keep my vehicle clean.

I did mine but lost two of the fastener clips on the center console side panel. Its somewhere inaide the tesla lol are there replacements for them?

Thanks! I don't think I would have found that screw w/o the video. Even then I had to pause the video and step through it frame-by-frame to see exactly where it was compared to some of the obvious landmarks.

Thanks for making this man, worked great. My high voltage cable(s) were actually wire tied at 2 points on the cover, but no biggie. I found out Tesla missed a clip too. Sadly, not the first thing I think they missed in QC!

@ChrisAurora

2 жыл бұрын

I know! I only had 3 of 4 clips as well!

I just did this. Huge pain lol

How often should we change the filter?

@tesbros

Ай бұрын

@@jennyh4383 this depends in the region. Florida for example will require more frequent changes due to the extreme humidity. In TN, I ended up changing 1-2 times a year.

Other videos also clean the air duct under the frunk. Do you recommend this?

@tesbros

23 күн бұрын

You can! especially if you park under trees or the fall leaves are everywhere. Leaves and small sticks are what you’ll mostly find there

Thanks for the video. You make it look so easy. Such a pain the ass to change. Used the ac cleaner too. Hope it helps.

I was just thinking about doing this - very timely and detailed, thanks :)

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful Isaac!

great video i will do this tomorrow. thanks for simple instruction

Why do you even need to take out the panel underneath glove box? Does seem from the video that you need to.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

It just makes for easier access to that back corner.

Speaker clip doesn't come off like that on the Model Y. I've pulled on it every which way, and with needle nose pliers. The light clip is different and was easy to figure out and remove by just looking at it. I've not found anything online which accurately shows the Model Y clip or how to remove it. I like others online, just moved it out of the way and did the rest to replace the cabin filter.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

We'll definitely look into this. Thanks for pointing that issue out.

@davidtrimble4742

3 күн бұрын

I squeezed the clip on its sides to get a release.

Dude that watch band would annoy the hell out of me. Thanks for the tutorial

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

Lol yeah I definitely don’t have that band anymore 😅

Great video! Just did this for my Model Y following your video! Cheers!

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful!

I followed your steps down to the T but after spraying the foam cleaner and turning on the AC all the foam pretty much blew right out making a mess everywhere... did I miss a step? Was I to put back the cover first? OR wait for the foam to dissolve then turn on the AC?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

When spraying the evaporator cleaner, it's important to get it even and all the way throughout and not just near the entrance. Once you do that, you want to wait 10-15 minutes for the evaporator to do its job. It'll drain down at the bottom of your vehicle so I'd recommend doing it outside or put something underneath to collect the cleaner. Then, you want to run the fan for 5+ minutes before putting in the filter.

@jeffreycheng4989

2 жыл бұрын

@@tesbros Oh I get it! I didn't know I had to wait 10-15 minutes. Thanks!

@pstreicher

Жыл бұрын

@@tesbros Like another person stated, do you put the plastic panel cover on after spraying the coil or....? I'm assuming you put the cover on and let it blow so not to get it in the cabin. Now, after that you take the cover off and install the new filters I guess. Seems this video needs some editing.

Thanks! I'm going to try to change it myself :)

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Let us know if you have any questions!

Super handy. It's unfortunate that there's no mention of replacing the filter cover before you run your A/C post-cleaning. I was lucky to have a shop vac nearby to clean up the mess.

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

Great tip, and so sorry about that. I'll make a note in the description

@ColinSu

Жыл бұрын

Same here, but I am lucky I stopped the ac immediately

@moomoo5198

Жыл бұрын

Wait what?

@moomoo5198

Жыл бұрын

What filter cover? You took out the old filter but where’s the filter cover at? I’m confused of what you guys are talking about can you explain more?

@Shhusify

Жыл бұрын

@@moomoo5198I was in the same spot as you, about to get this done. I think he means re-inserting the black plastic cover (not actually replacing any parts) before you run the AC again. Im guessing that is how the mess is created: if you run it again and have not closed the thing.

My model y process was much simpler. There was no need to use a t20 torx to remove that top screw.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

They've learned from the Model 3 :)

Its a bit different in a right hand drive. I had to take a second plastic moulding off to get access to the cover screw, and beware after market filters.

Thanks for the tutorial, just replaced mine!

For 2021 post refresh, same general idea…but glove box panel comes off first and then middle console.

@jjones8587

Жыл бұрын

Which model Tesla do you have? I have the 2022 MS LR

@kenbob1071

Жыл бұрын

You're right. Tesla's "how to" video for the Model 3 says to remove the glove box panel first.

You can buy a replacement screw for the cabin air filter cover plate that's a thumb screw. It's way easier to access the filters. @t

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

I saw that! For cars that may need to change more often than others, that’s a great buy.

@libbychild8769

3 жыл бұрын

Could you please provide a link for where I could purchase the replacement thumb screw?

So good thank you, best video out there on this subject.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Just completed in my '19 M3 DMLR. Easy and now car smells great. Ladt time, an ignorant Tesla tech had obviously lost 2 of my white clips, cracked the plastic filter cover and installed a filter with a huge piece of tape covering the middle of one filter (had part number on it). WTH! So much better to do it yourself and know it's fine right. Now, where do i buy the white clips and new filter cover?

I just did this in my M3 and found I didn't need to remove the glove panel completely, you don't need to disconnect the wires. Just let it drop. Not that it it's a big deal. Maybe in the MY you need to do it though. Also, my understanding is that the orange cable is high voltage so be careful with it. It is easy enough to do the whole process, but why? My prior car had a panel labeled "cabin filter" and you just opened it up and swapped filters. No panels to remove to get to it. If nothing else, make it accessible from the frunk.

my model y's speaker wire can't be unplugged, instead it requires removing 2 torx screws. otherwise great tutorial!

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

What year is your Model Y?

Very helpful man. Thanks!

I just bought your Model 3 kit and your instructions show the charcoal side of the filter it facing the front of the car and the paper side is facing the passenger compartment but your video here looks different, what is correct?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry about the confusion Norman. The tab should be at the top when putting it in. Any other questions or differences you see, let us know! We will make a new video with these new filters to eliminate any further confusion.

@chrismanuel6392

Жыл бұрын

Yes. I just bought the kit too and I believe the pull tab was installed from the manufacturer in the incorrect location. The charcoal side of the filters should be towards you and paper side should be facing towards the front of the car. The pull tab is on the wrong side. The video shows the charcoal side toward you. I think TESBROS should check their stock and get with the manufacturer in China to fix this problem. If I install it the way the video shows it, you would not have access to the pull tab.

Excellent angles and shots!

Thanks for the nice and useful tips!

3:55 if you compare your aftermarket filter to original one you took off, it’s actually installed opposite direction, lol

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

just make sure the tabs are on top, and you're good!

Great step by step tutorial. 👍

perfect instruction video, worked great. The filter screw is way up in there, I've got a soar neck now. Went for a drive after and the musty smell when running air seems to be gone.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful Matt!

My 2021 model 3 had the torx screw on the bottom. Thank God!

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Omg yes. It’s so much easier lol.

Great video, thanks for sharing!

I’ve changed my filters 3 times on the last 3 months can’t figure out why it still smells got new filters each time and used a bottle of ac cleaner as well each time letting it air out and everything I need help why does it still smell

@tesbros

11 ай бұрын

what did you use to clean and were you able to get all the way in the back?

@gs98999

8 ай бұрын

Design flaw where water gets in. Changing filters doesn’t fix the problem. Need to stop water from getting in there to start with.

Forgot one key step, put door back on the panel before you turn on the ac…. I got foam cleaner all over the floor lol!

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Good point!

2023 seems to have a huge clip in the middle . Afraid to pull any harder. Did they change it?

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

Send us a pic through Instagram @teslabros and we’ll see how we can help

Good video!

On M3 2021 onwards, the ones with Heat Pump I guess there is a 6mm hex bolt at the bottom rather than the torx t20 at the top.

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this!

How often should you replace the air filters? I’ve been told by Tesla employees 2 different things lol once a year and I’ve heard every other year. What’s your opinion?

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

It depends on where you live. If you live in high humidity, it’s more like 2-3 times a year lol. But really, if it starts smelling funky, it’s really time. Once a year at least.

@kenbob1071

Жыл бұрын

I hadn't replaced mine in 4 years. I only have 20k miles on the car though. The filters weren't too dirty either when I removed them. I've never noticed any foul smells either.

Thank you for the video! I changed my filters accordingly, was easier than I thought.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Why do u need to disconnect the top panel and speaker cables? I didn’t see any obstruction from that panel in the video. Maybe I missed something

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

The top panel does need to come off to be able to reach that corner where the air filter is. I disconnected the speaker cables just to move the top panel out of the way. It's a bit of a reach back there, so I wanted all the room I could get!

I’ve cleaned my evaporator twice with KOOL-it. Within 3 months. And replaced the air filter once. Even used two cans of KOOL it the second time. Still have the funky smell. What am I doing wrong? Just bought an ozone generator and I am running it with the AC on. Any other thoughts?

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

When spraying it, are you making sure you're getting the whole evaporator covered?

@kenyandave

3 жыл бұрын

TESBROS STUDIO I really thought so. That’s why I did it the second time with two cans. Any tip to assure I get the whole evaporator? It’s not easy to reach. I am going to try this stuff this week. nextzett 96110715 Klima-Cleaner Professional Air Conditioner Cleaner, 10 fl. oz, 2 Pack www.amazon.com/dp/B075MK89WN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MIhDFbWFQWVFT

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

@@kenyandave You're right. It is super hard to get in there. What I ended up doing is I tried to spray it more systematically. Try to hold it in a way that it doesn't droop down and start from the area nearest to the exit. And then work your way to the further end and go from top to bottom. Then repeat. That helps to make sure all areas are coated. For yours, I would probably let the AC run for 20 minutes or so until you put the filters in. Also, I would try the HEPA filter from EVTuning. They're great guys and Chris from EVTuning will take care of you! Let me know how it goes!

@kenyandave

3 жыл бұрын

@@tesbros thanks. I know Chris. I met him 2 years ago at his garage before he started electrified garage. It’s in the next town over from mine. Bought my floor mats from him and some puddle lights. Great guy. I put an ozone generator in the car and ran it with the air on recirculate. Seems to have helped! Will let you know the long term results.

@kenyandave

3 жыл бұрын

Next time I will wrap a thin wire around the tube to give it more control. That should help getting to the entire condenser coils

Your video is very useful

Does this also apply to model Y

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s the same.

Maybe the speaker down below is for Autopilot sounds because I played music while it was plugged in and felt no vibration there unless I broke it

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

yes, that is the backup autopilot sound speaker

@doccock1662

Жыл бұрын

@@tesbros where is the main one?

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

@@doccock1662 just the normal sound system. so for example, if your screen is rebooting and it can't come from there, it'll come from the footwell

@doccock1662

Жыл бұрын

@@tesbros oh nice thanks

So on the cam it says to let it soak for 15 minutes then run the A/C on low for 5-10 minutes. Should I do that? Or just spray it and then turn on the A/C for 5-10 minutes and skip the initial 15 minutes it says for soaking?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

It helps to let it soak as well

@TravelBossNas

2 жыл бұрын

@@tesbros thank you for the quick reply!

Im planning to replace my cabin filter. I've seen a lot of model 3/y installation videos they installed the hepa filter the black side is facing the driver. just curious does it matter which side the filter it is facing?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

As long as the tab is on top, it should be good! That way it’s easy to remove later.

Make sure you change your cabin filters every 6 months for best performance

Thanks for the nice video!!!

Impossible to put back together

Great video TY. Is there a release for the speaker clip like the light or do you just pull that out?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

You can just pull it out carefully.

@kenbob1071

Жыл бұрын

Mine was stubborn to pull out.

@davidtrimble4742

3 күн бұрын

I squeezed from the sides to release the clip

Be careful of the blow back from the foam into the floor board. I had a big mess. 😂

U have link to.the t20 screw shown in video??

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late response! This is the set I have: bit.ly/3zxeVYF

What is the speaker there

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Most Teslas are equipped with surround sound so there are 8 total speakers in the vehicle.

Why would you make the screw at the top, and the hinge at the bottom...? Answer: They (Tesla) hired an engineer from GM to design it! Just think (something MOST engineers don't) if the hinge was at the top, and the screw was at the bottom, where you could see and work it without standing on you head! It's the little things that make life easier...

T20 or T20 security?

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

T20

FYI a 2022 Model 3 is different.

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

Yes, we need to do an update :)

Excellent

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Removing t20 was the hardest part.

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Need small hands.

What a pain none of the orange wire would come off and the speaker wire wouldn’t pull off

영상 상당히 도움이 되었습니다 ^^

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped you!

Did this just a few minutes ago god damn that little screw on top is horrible design lol

Looked like there was absolutely no need to remove the footwell panel.

@tesbros

2 жыл бұрын

Just found it easier to get to the filter area with it removed. But if you try it with it still on, let me know how it goes!

@michaelfinley6552

2 жыл бұрын

@@tesbros will do. Mine is a Y. I do really appreciate this content!

Nearly impossible to insert the new filters from your kit. I basically ruined both bc i had to force them in. 2020 model 3. Def won’t buy your filters again

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for your experience. If you reach out to us, we will send you replacements and make sure you’re taken care of. Email is at support@tesbros.com

You Doctored those dirty filters there is no way they had all that crap on them. Then you chose to pitch filters you sell which have been proved to restrict airflow. Shame.

@maxsobko6341

Жыл бұрын

mine were worse

Thanks for the great tutorial. I hope one day car makers will make accessing air filters much simpler. ;)

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

I agree Mike! Until then, we will have to do this :)

@MacMcIntire

3 жыл бұрын

You can buy a replacement screw for the cabin air filter cover plate that's a thumb screw. It's way easier to access the filters. @t

That is really a bad design for the cabin air filter.

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

This is a 2018. Thankfully, it does get easier with newer models

Stupid tesla engineer)) why so many maneuvers just for changing air filters.

@tesbros

3 жыл бұрын

:)

I cringed when the debris wasn't vacuumed out first before reinstalling the side panels. A lot of them went in the crevice. Yuck! I can imagine what type of Tesla owner this guy is.

This is an engineering fail!

@tesbros

Жыл бұрын

They did improve it in the Y where the screw is lower and easier to access.