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title: "2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 Transmission Fluid & Coolant"
description: "Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: Drive-unit reduction gearbox oil, lifetime fill, no scheduled service. Coolant: Tesla-approved low-conductivity ethylene-glycol coolant; sealed system, no owner service, no scheduled replacement."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/fluids"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 Fluid Types and Capacities

Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: Drive-unit reduction gearbox oil, lifetime fill, no scheduled service. Coolant: Tesla-approved low-conductivity ethylene-glycol coolant; sealed system, no owner service, no scheduled replacement.

## 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 fluid guide (High confidence)

| System | Fluid type & capacity |
| --- | --- |
| Coolant | Tesla-approved low-conductivity ethylene-glycol coolant; sealed system, no owner service, no scheduled replacement |
| Transmission | Drive-unit reduction gearbox oil, lifetime fill, no scheduled service |
| Brake fluid | DOT 3 brake fluid. Health check every 4 years, replace only if contaminated. |
| Power steering | None (electric power steering) |

Note: Washer fluid is the only owner-serviced reservoir

## Which Tesla Model 3 model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Tesla Model 3 built from 2024 through 2025, the 2nd generation ('Highland' refresh), compact ev sedan (refreshed body, chassis, and interior). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2024 Model 3](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024)
- [2025 Model 3](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2025)

## What changed during the 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2024 | Highland launch (US orders Jan 2024): new fascias, ride-tuned suspension, quieter cabin with acoustic glass, stalk-less interior (turn signals on wheel buttons), ventilated front seats, rear touchscreen. RWD and Long Range AWD at launch; Performance ('Ludicrous') arrived April 2024 with 510 hp and staggered 20-in wheels |
| 2025 | Long Range RWD (363 mi) joins the lineup; front bumper camera and other running changes appear on later builds |

## 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 fluids: common questions

### What transmission fluid does a 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 take?

Drive-unit reduction gearbox oil, lifetime fill, no scheduled service. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

### What coolant does a 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 use?

Tesla-approved low-conductivity ethylene-glycol coolant; sealed system, no owner service, no scheduled replacement.

### What brake fluid does a 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 take?

DOT 3 brake fluid. Health check every 4 years, replace only if contaminated..

## Sources

- [Tesla Support, Vehicle Maintenance (Model 3 intervals: cabin filter 2 yr, brake fluid 4 yr, rotation 6,250 mi, no desiccant for heat-pump cars)](https://www.tesla.com/support/vehicle-maintenance)
- [Wheel-Size.com, 2024 Tesla Model 3 OE fitments and 42 psi pressures](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/tesla/model-3/2024/)
- [Mavis, 2025 Model 3 Performance staggered OE sizes (235/35R20 front, 275/30R20 rear)](https://www.mavis.com/vehicle/tesla/model-3/2025/performance/)
- [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-002 (vehicle computer / rearview camera)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V002-6930.PDF)
- [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 24V-376 (seat belt reminder)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RCLRPT-24V376-3527.PDF)
- [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 24V-935 (TPMS warning light)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RCLRPT-24V935-1846.PDF)
- [Tesla Shop. Model 3 wiper blade (fits all Model 3 years)](https://shop.tesla.com/product/model-3-wiper-blade)
- [Tesla DIY Guide, Replacing Cabin Filters (procedure shared with pre-Highland cars)](https://service.tesla.com/docs/Public/diy/model3/en_us/GUID-DB0A1E3C-926E-498C-A2FD-A27B8421A471.html)
- [Wikipedia, Tesla Model 3 (Highland launch timing, curb weights, EPA ranges)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesla_Model_3)

## Other Tesla Model 3 generations

- [2017-2023 Tesla Model 3 fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2017-2023/fluids)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/fluids).

## More for the 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/brakes)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/common-problems)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.