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Are there any warning lights on the dashboard for a dirty air filter in a Tesla Model 3


there do not appear to be any specific warning lights or indicators on the Tesla Model 3 dashboard that would alert the driver to a dirty or clogged cabin air filter.

The key points are:

- The Tesla Model 3 Owner's Manual [1][2] does not mention any warning lights or dashboard indicators related to the cabin air filters.

- The search results indicate the only way to know if the cabin air filters need replacement is to physically inspect them when accessing the filter compartment behind the glove box. There are no automatic sensors or notifications provided.

- Some visual signs that the filters may need replacement include the filters appearing dirty/clogged with debris, the pleats being compressed, or a noticeable decrease in airflow from the vents [3]. However, these are not tied to any dashboard warning lights.

- The Tesla Shop website [4] simply recommends replacing the cabin air filters every 2 years, without mentioning any indicator lights.

So in summary, the Tesla Model 3 does not have any dedicated warning lights or dashboard indicators to alert the driver when the cabin air filters need to be replaced. Owners will need to proactively inspect the filters themselves or follow Tesla's recommended replacement schedule. The car's systems do not automatically detect a dirty filter and provide a warning.

Citations:
[1] https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/model3/en_us/Owners_Manual.pdf
[2] https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/model3/en_eu/GUID-80B80D48-E3A9-4857-864B-F4CC9B56FD7E.html
[3] https://www.rdforum.org/threads/135255/
[4] https://shop.tesla.com/product/model-3_y-air-filter
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AXIdsD8Hrk