Tesla Model 3: Body Repairs
If your Model 3 is in a collision, contact Tesla
or a Tesla-approved Body Shop to ensure that
it is repaired with genuine Tesla parts. Tesla
has selected and approved body shops that
meet strict requirements for training,
equipment, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Some repair shops and insurance companies
might suggest using non-original equipment
or salvaged parts to save money. However,
these parts do not meet Tesla's high standards
for quality, fit and corrosion resistance. In
addition, non-original equipment and salvaged
parts (and any damage or failures they might
cause) are not covered by the warranty.
Using RFID Transponders
When attaching an RFID transponder (used by
many automated toll systems) inside Model 3,
place the transponder on the right side of the
rear view mirror as shown. This ensures best
results and minimizes any obstruction to your
driving view.
Note: You can also attach a weather-proof
transponder to the front license plate.
![Using RFID Transponders](images/books/1575/7/index.9.jpg)
Installing Front License Plate Bracket
To accommodate jurisdictions that require a
license plate on the front of your vehicle,
Model 3 is equipped with a license plate
bracket. This bracket conforms to the shape of
your vehicle's front bumper and is adhered to
it using strong adhesive.
Note: Tesla recommends performing this
procedure on a clean, dry vehicle during a
warm day. Cold and/or wet conditions may
result in reduced performance of the adhesive.
To install the front license plate bracket:
- Get isopropyl alcohol and test it on a nonvisible
painted surface of your vehicle to
confirm that it does not damage or
remove the paint.
- Clean the mounting site with isopropyl
alcohol and allow to dry for at least one
minute.
- Fully remove the protective tape from the
adhesive at the top of the bracket and
partially remove the tape from the top of
the adhesive on each side. Leave the
bottom half of the tape on the sides in
place and fold the unattached tape
outward for easy removal after aligning
the bracket to the bumper.
![Installing Front License Plate Bracket](images/books/1575/7/index.10.jpg)
- While tilting the top of the license plate
bracket away from the bumper (to
prevent adhering it to the wrong location),
align the bottom center of the license
plate bracket with the middle of the grille
as shown.
![Installing Front License Plate Bracket](images/books/1575/7/index.11.jpg)
Note: Be as precise as possible when
aligning the bracket because you will be
unable to reposition it once adhered to
the bumper.
- While correctly aligned, move the top of
the bracket against the bumper and apply
pressure so that it is held in place by the
adhesive.
![Installing Front License Plate Bracket](images/books/1575/7/index.12.jpg)
- Remove the remaining tape from the sides
of the bracket then press the entire
bracket firmly against the bumper,
ensuring the bracket is held in place by all
adhesive areas.
- Once the bracket is securely mounted, use
the four supplied screws to attach your
license plate to the bracket (tighten to 3
Nm/2.2 ft-lbs).
![Installing Front License Plate Bracket](images/books/1575/7/index.13.jpg)
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Identification Labels
Vehicle Identification Number
You can find the VIN at the following
locations:
Touch the Tesla "T" at the top center of
the touchscreen. The popup window
dis
It is important to understand how much
weight your Model 3 can safely carry. This
weight is called the vehicle capacity weight
and includes the weight of all occupants,
cargo and any additional eq
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Flare nut crowfoot set (1079041-00-A)
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and
Connect).
Remove
Caution:
Brake
Remove
Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Drain the gearbox fluid from the rear drive unit. See
Gearbox Fluid - Rear Drive Unit (Drain and Refill).
Remove the bolts that attach the oil pump to the rear drive unit, and
then remove the pump from the rear drive