Wiper Blades and Washer Jets
Checking and Replacing Wiper
Blades
Caution: Wiper blades do not lock into a
lifted position. When cleaning or
replacing a wiper blade, lift the wiper arm
only a short distance from the windshield,
just far enough to access the blade. Do
not lift a wiper arm beyond its intended
position. Doing so can cause damage that
is not covered by the warranty.
To make wiper blades easy to access, turn off
the wipers, shift Model 3 into Park, then use the touchscreen to move them to the service
position. Touch Controls > Service > Wiper
Service Mode .
Note: Wipers automatically return to their
normal position when you shift Model 3 out of Park.
Periodically check and clean the edge of the wiper blade and check the rubber for cracks,
splits and roughness. If damaged, replace the blade immediately to prevent damage to the
glass.
Contaminants on the windshield, or on the wiper blades, can reduce the effectiveness of
the wiper blades. Contaminants include ice,
wax spray from car washes, washer
