Is it more expensive to repair Tesla S electric vehicle systems?

It depends. Some high voltage items are only available as parts of larger units. We also offer promotional financing when you use the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)

How often should you replace Tesla S brakes?

A brake check is one of the best ways to know for sure. Staying on top of your OEM maintenance intervals for S brakes helps, too. In general, however, front brake pad wear is less in electric vehicles thanks to regenerative braking.

What do I do if my Tesla S dashboard warning light is on?

A dashboard warning light means your Tesla S needs some sort of attention. There may also be a high voltage system warning light on. Visit Firestone Complete Auto Care for an electric vehicle diagnostic.

Why is my S leaking water?

If you’ve been running the A/C in your electric car, don’t be too surprised to find some water underneath it. Electric vehicles use a receiver dryer assembly to help keep the A/C refrigerant clean, which can produce external condensation. This condensation then drains under the vehicle on warm days. While a small amount of water can be considered normal, large puddles or any coolant leaking from your S could indicate a cooling system problem.

Who provides S repair services near me?

If you need repairs for your Tesla S, your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care can help. Check out our low-voltage and high-voltage services.

How often should I get my Tesla S vehicle serviced?

Maintenance intervals for your Tesla S depend heavily on your driving habits. For guidance, reference your owner’s manual. You should plan to stop by for tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks according to your vehicle manufacturer's suggested maintenance schedule. You will also need routine A/C system, battery, and brake maintenance.

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Questions About 2012 Tesla S Electric Systems

Is it more expensive to repair Tesla S electric vehicle systems? It depends. Some high voltage items are only available as parts of larger units. We also offer promotional financing when you use the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
How often should you replace Tesla S brakes? A brake check is one of the best ways to know for sure. Staying on top of your OEM maintenance intervals for S brakes helps, too. In general, however, front brake pad wear is less in electric vehicles thanks to regenerative braking.
What do I do if my Tesla S dashboard warning light is on? A dashboard warning light means your Tesla S needs some sort of attention. There may also be a high voltage system warning light on. Visit Firestone Complete Auto Care for an electric vehicle diagnostic.
Why is my S leaking water? If you’ve been running the A/C in your electric car, don’t be too surprised to find some water underneath it. Electric vehicles use a receiver dryer assembly to help keep the A/C refrigerant clean, which can produce external condensation. This condensation then drains under the vehicle on warm days. While a small amount of water can be considered normal, large puddles or any coolant leaking from your S could indicate a cooling system problem.
Who provides S repair services near me? If you need repairs for your Tesla S, your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care can help. Check out our low-voltage and high-voltage services.
How often should I get my Tesla S vehicle serviced? Maintenance intervals for your Tesla S depend heavily on your driving habits. For guidance, reference your owner’s manual. You should plan to stop by for tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks according to your vehicle manufacturer's suggested maintenance schedule. You will also need routine A/C system, battery, and brake maintenance.

Complete Car Care for Your 2012 Tesla S

Is the Tesla dealership the only place you can have your S serviced? Nope! From the front suspension to the rear brakes, your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care can service almost every part of your Tesla S, too. Appointments are fast and simple to get. Schedule one for routine car care like brake pad/rotor replacement, tire repair and service, wheel alignment, A/C service, cabin air filter replacement, and even basic windshield wiper installation. We're here to renew your ride, completely. Your Tesla S is in the hands of a technician who has been trained to maintain electric cars. Schedule your electric vehicle maintenance appointment today.

2012 Tesla S EV Services

Has your Tesla S been feeling a bit "off"? Perhaps you've noted weaker braking, or your vehicle doesn't feel like it has the same "get up and go" that it used to. If that's the case, our technicians can run through a free* electric/hybrid vehicle check to get a deeper understanding. Perhaps there is trouble inside your S's high voltage cooling system -- a high voltage battery that's running hot will strain the battery's performance. Or, perhaps there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes stored in one of your S's electric modules? Firestone Complete Auto technicians are trained to provide low voltage and conventional services for all electric cars, including 2012 Tesla Ss.

Some Firestone stores also offer high voltage/advanced services for Electric Vehicles like the Tesla S. A high voltage service is any service that involves removing the Tesla's high voltage, service/safety disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the high voltage electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Before making an appointment, call your closest location to confirm that high voltage services are offered.

These are some of the high voltage electric vehicle services that may be offered at your location:

Electric vehicle diagnostic: Once we identify the symptoms, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2012 Tesla S in to identify the root cause. With that info in hand, a professional technician can further pinpoint any electric vehicle problems and figure out if more tests are needed. No repairs are performed without your consent.

High voltage battery cooling inspection: Your technician will inspect the S's high voltage battery filter (if applicable) and clean the ducts of the battery. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries. Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)

High voltage cable inspection: Cables can get damaged. In this inspection, your tehnician will examine the exterior cable jackets and connectors and test to make sure high voltage is NOT transferring to the chassis of your Tesla S. If the cable needs to be replaced, they'll let you know.

Isolation test: For this test, a special tool is used to reveal if a high voltage component is "leaking" energy to the vehicle's chassis.

Remove and replace high voltage battery: Is the battery in your Tesla S dead? Sometimes electric vehicle batteries can wear out sooner than you expect in hotter climates or if you use Level 3 fast-charging stations often, as these stations can heat up the battery more. Let us install a new electric vehicle high voltage battery.

Health check for the power electronic systems: We'll review the regenerative braking, power inverter, and/or electric drive machine(s)/motor(s) in your Tesla S.

These are only a few of the special electric car services that could be available at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care. Call first to check!

2012 Tesla S Electric Vehicle Maintenance

You don't have to wait for abnormal noises, leaks, or smells to come from your electric vehicle to make an appointment. Stay on top of your 2012 Tesla S manufacturer suggested maintenance items to help prevent issues in the first place! Your nearby technicians can tackle your S scheduled maintenance to help keep your car running newer, longer.

We're doing what we can to reshape and improve electric vehicle service. You are, too, just by driving and taking care of your 2012 Tesla S! Schedule an appointment today for great electric vehicle service and repair for your S. Many stores are open in the evenings and over the weekend. Vehicle diagnostic and repair services cost extra. Participating stores only. Most vehicles.