Car wash needed for Autopilot sensors?

[yurmix]

Hi, I’m on a long road trip and the car accumulated a lot of dust.
Should I be concerned about Autopilot sensors (aka repeaters) visibility?
I can spray water on the vicinity (maybe coin op wash), or use my detailing spray, till I get home.

 

[Yelobird]

They are designed for driving in heavy rain. Clean any way you wish and no harm.

 

[yurmix]

They are designed for driving in heavy rain. Clean any way you wish and no harm.

My question is more - do I have to clean them or are the sensors designed not to catch dust/debree.

 

[ZenRockGarden]

My question is more - do I have to clean them or are the sensors designed not to catch dust/debree.

They're tiny cameras - you could wipe them off in seconds if you think they're dirty...

 

[yurmix]

They're tiny cameras - you could wipe them off in seconds if you think they're dirty...

Thank you!

Actually, I just noticed Tesla manual states that they should be kept clean, and cleaned only with water (spay or pressure).
Also mention to avoid using wipe or hand on an “exposed lens” (I guess this is relevant to the rear view camera and the two side repeaters near the wheels).

Model Y Owner's Manual | Tesla

Learn how to properly clean the interior and exterior of your vehicle.

www.tesla.com

 

[EVEnergy]

The car will tell you if a camera is blocked or has vision impaired. No reason to worry until you get a warning (then just clean it off).