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Thanks for the detailed video. This 52 yr old homemaker figured it out. I will say it’s a little hard to get in those tight spots, and it’s extra tricky for a lefty. But it was my first time doing it. Next time will certainly be easier.
Good video. You inspired me to change hours today after 46,000 miles and waiting a while with the filters and cleaner on hand. I left the speaker attached and swung it out of the way. Much easier. That clip just wouldn’t come loose and I didn’t want to destroy it. Thanks again for the inspiration.
Thank you for this video! I am in Austin where we have to do change these filters 1-2 times a year and I had been scheduling appointments each time. Loved being able to use HEPA filters and getting to do this on my own time in my driveway. Great video!
Thanks for the inspiration. I received the replacement filters for my Y but had not looked forward to changing them. Your video gave me the push to get it done. Simple process, but I still paid homage to the blood gods on my hand getting behind the carpet to release one of the clips. Keep up the great work!
Yea, like I said, it wasn’t that expensive from Tesla. I don’t know about their process for cleaning evaporator but I do know they replace with paper filters.
At least with my 2022 Model Y which has the large HEPA filters under the frunk, the cabin filter was quite clean after 3yrs. The top layer charcoal filter was disgusting, but the HEPA filter underneath was still blindingly white. I cleaned the coils, anyway. Couple of tips - you don't really need to unclip the speaker and light from the panel under the glovebox. You can still slide the filters out and in easily. Make the sure the tab of the top cabin filter is flipped down. Visibility is challenging, and it is possible to have issues trying to install the cover to the filters. Be sure when aligning the panel with the speaker, that the speaker wire doesn't get crushed by the rectangular cover. The initial gust of coil cleaner can be a bit pungent, so be aware. While waiting for the coil cleaner to dissolve, it's a great time to replace the big HEPA filters. A bit of warning - HEPA filters can have great static pressure, meaning the fans need to work harder to pull the air through them. So longer term use of HEPA cabin filters over the charcoal ones may have lousy consequences later on. There's a reason why the cars with the HEPA filters under the frunk are so much larger - they restrict the air flow coming in, so they need greater surface area to keep the same flow.
Put these (may have been a different brand) in my M3 just last week and the improvement in air quality was immediate. The original Tesla ones were in for around 18 months / 22,000km and whilst the top filter was relatively clean, the bottom one was pretty soiled. Probably will change them out every year going forwards as it’s relatively cheap and easy to do it yourself.
Cool video, why I love your channel…you help with the little, but important, details in maximizing the quality of tesla ownership. BTW, would love to see a video on your perspective of moving from MY to MX…3 times the price is a lot for air suspension, ventilated seats and drivers display. I’d love to know the quality, practical aspects AND if the noise cancellation sound system actually works. Have a great day!
tesla service says they dont spray the coils anymore as that is where the moisture builds. they suggest buying a dry vent spray and spray into the louvers on the black cowl in the frunk with the blower running.
yea, I have had best success with this method, so I will continue. I guarantee they dont let the cleaner sit long enough before they plop some paper filters in there.
My 2022 model 3 air smells like rotten eggs occasionally. Is that what the bad air smells like in your car? If so do you think it’s time to change the air filters?
I believe Model Y comes with HEPA filter as default but the 3 does not, but you can always upgrade it yourself. One small thing I do if I use AC is that always turn off AC and turn on the fan with full blast to get all the cold air out a couple of miles away from home. It helps a little bit but eventually you still need to replace the filter.
@@BeardedTeslaGuyI’m surprised tesla hasn’t pushed an update to have the car automatically run fan without ac to dry the coils after car is stopped. I had this smell issue with my last model y just after a year of ownership. Tesla did come out to my home and performed a filter & coil clean for free for me after I told them.
I’ve had to replace my filters 4 or 5 times trying to fix the bad smell each time using the OEM stock filter from Tesla. Except for the last time. I bought a different filter with a rigid plastic shell and so far it’s been a year and the smell has not come back. I believe the stock filters wick moisture as water touches the side.
Hepa filter will cause ice to form due to less air flow and make the evap sensor malfunction burning out the compressor according to Tesla after 2,000 repair bill.
Thanks for an excellent video. Respectfully, it is not necessary to say “go ahead” and although popular in much of social media lands like nails on a chalkboard for many.
Justin, I replaced my air filter and cleaned per your video just a few months ago, and the smell came right back? Have you had anybody else share that the smell comes back this quickly? Any suggestions or advice?
Not that quickly. This solves it for me for about a year and a half. Maybe pull the filters out and take a look if they are wet. Could have something blocking drainage
you may not need to change the filters that frequently, if you purchase good ones. You can pull them every quarter, clean the evaporator, then put the filters back in.
My questions is how long after having your car is this supposed to start? This started a month after I took delivery 😢 To be fair I took it in the middle of summer in Las Vegas so I was cranking the AC, but still
So i thought i read that the hepa filters are too thick and destroy the ac system? Not sure but will say we doing sections of the ppf since it looks like i went swimming after each piece. We did hood, the passenger side done. We did trunk and about to work on back bumper. Too damn hott here in south florida to be doing this. So just wondering if the paper filters are required for any warranty work or can you use hepa and still get warranty work on ac system since that is a must here for 51 weeks a year and 1 week where it can relax lol
I didn’t see that vacuum listed but I like that it has the thin tip to fit the edges of the seat. I can use on my small plane as well. Do you know the model?
Even though that filter you replaced named HEPA, but there is a reason why that compartment doesn't provide a seal that's tight enough for HEPA filter to filter out the smells. Plus the HEPA filter on model Y is at different location for Bio Weapon Defense Mode. Your method is only gonna help model 3, because Model 3 doesn't have enough space to harness a HEPA filter.
@@周惜盛 well as I had to correct you in your other comment, Bio Defense mode wasn't included in the Model Y until August/September 2021. My car was built before that, hence no Bio Defense mode. Bio Defense mode is an activated action that you must select every time you want to use it and is specially tailored to extreme situations, like wildfires. That is not filtering the air in your car in normal operation, the filters I am showing you in this video are. Instead of replacing with standard paper filters, I choose to install HEPA filters. You are calling this filter not HEPA, when it absolutely is. Google is your friend here if you dont know what a HEPA filter is.
I had my car for 2 years and my car never smell before. After I change my filter and following your instructions. It smells very bad and I’m goin past out. Lol What can it be????
Wow... not an easy task for a big 6' 3" guy to get under there. I really struggled to get the 4th pin in when i was done, too. But the smelly feet are gone!
It wasn’t standard until 2nd half of 2021. That is also not the filter that is used when running your air unless you activate it every time you get in your car
@@BeardedTeslaGuy I thought you sold your old model Y and bought a newer one after that. I bought mine before you sold yours. So you are saying your current model Y doesn’t have bio weapon defense mode? It’s true hepa filter needs to be activated. But once activated it kills the smell.
@@周惜盛 As you can clearly see in any of my many videos highlighting my current car, I do NOT have Bio Defense mode. I took delivery in June of 2021 if I remember correctly of my May built Model Y.
@@BeardedTeslaGuy A Model Y with the HEPA filter always uses the filter bank for fresh air. Biodefense mode just keeps a positive air pressure in the cabin, but otherwise the airflow is the same. Recirculate blocks the fresh air intake and recirculates through the cabin filter (which isn't sealed well enough to truly use a HEPA filter). Notice the large HEPA filters under the frunk have pretty tight gasketing and don't slide in easily. A funky smell in the cabin filter well could be from gunk in the drain not letting out the condensate quickly enough.
I would never ever use this type of filter. HEPA filter in this size is a scam. For this particular filter you can literally see the light on other side. I tried this and ended up returning this. Buy OEM filter which is made in Germany.
I appreciate your insights into filter construction, but my intention was not to undermine your knowledge. It's essential to maintain a respectful tone when discussing opinions. Here are the elaborated details regarding the significance of size: Have you ever pondered why the Model Y incorporates a 5-foot long HEPA filter instead of designing a replacement filter to fill the existing void space? This decision is grounded in the principle that HEPA filter size and airflow exhibit an inverse relationship. In the instance of the Model Y's HEPA filter, its density is established through the integration of multiple layers that introduce resistance to airflow. Consequently, a larger surface area becomes crucial to counterbalance the impact on airflow. This approach prevents particulates from being forcefully pushed through, which can happen if the size is small and pressure is high. Furthermore, HEPA filters are expected to effectively combat gas odors. Placing it behind a gasoline-powered vehicle swiftly reveals its limitations in eliminating distinct odors, thereby underscoring that it might not qualify as a true HEPA filter.
@@arshdeeppandher6960 the problem is your comment starts with “I would never ever use…in this size is a scam.” That is 100% factually incorrect. HEPA filters come even smaller than this. There’s no minimum footprint for it to be a HEPA filter…
They certainly come in small sizes, specifically designed for indoor use. However, this size isn't suitable for the Model Y HVAC system due to its high airflow. Why does Tesla opt for 4 larger factory HEPA filters? Why not just 2 small cabin filters? Perhaps they could have considered this option but they did not. Congratulations on your new HEPA filter!
@@arshdeeppandher6960I don’t get it. What’s the diff between ordering this filter and the one from tesla since they’re the same size and require 2 filters
