Tesla Model 3: Actuator - 5-Way Valve (RWD) (Remove and Replace)

SPECIAL TOOLS
Wrench, Diverter Valve, Model 3 (1447556-00-A)
Remove
- Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the front aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove
and Replace).
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- From under the vehicle, disconnect the electrical harness from the 5-way
valve actuator connector.

- Remove the screws that attach the 5-way valve actuator to the 5-way
valve cover, and then remove the actuator from the valve cover.
Note: The end of the stem shell shaft is exposed.

Install
- Examine the end the of the 5-way valve stem shell shaft. One shaft
spline is slightly wider than the others.
- Mark the wider spline.
- Use the diverter valve wrench to align the 5-way valve stem shell shaft
with the 5-way valve actuator for assembly.
Note: When properly aligned, the actuator easily slides over the
stem shell shaft.
- Install the 5-way valve actuator on the 5-way valve cover, and then
install the screws that attach the actuator on the cover.
Torque 2 Nm
- Connect the electrical harness to the 5-way valve actuator connector.
- Install the front aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove
and Replace).
- Connect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
- Using Toolbox, run the 5-way valve actuator self-test, "TEST-SELF_VCFRONT_X_FIVE-WAY-VALVE."
Note: This Toolbox routine tests and calibrates the 5-way valve
actuator.
- Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
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Remove
Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove
and Replace).
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Kit, Spoiler Alignment, M3 (1479070-00-A )
Procedure
Clean the installation surface of the spoiler with isopropyl alcohol
(IPA) wipes, and allow it to dry before continuing.
Note: Clean any moisture or contaminates that might be present from
rain or vehicle washing, otherwise
Harness - Trunk- Remove
Remove
Remove the package tray trim. See Trim - Package Tray (Remove and
Install).
Disconnect the trunk electrical harness connectors.
Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the body.
Push the trunk electrical wiring harness through