Tesla Model 3: Bracket - Taillight - LH (Remove and Replace)

Remove

- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion.
- Open the trunk and remove the LH liftgate stop.
- Remove the trunk floor trim.
- Remove the trunk sill trim.
- Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster.
- Remove the LH 2nd row seatback.
- Remove the RH 2nd row seat side bolster
- Remove the RH 2nd row seatback.
- Remove the rear trunk carpet.

LH side shown, RH similar
- Release the clips that attach the LH and RH trunk side trims to the
vehicle.

LH side shown, RH similar
- Remove the puddle light connectors from the LH and RH trunk side trims.

LH side shown, RH similar
- Remove the LH and RH trunk side trims from the vehicle.
- Remove the LH and RH taillights.
- Remove the rear fascia.

- Remove the bolts that attach the LH taillight bracket to the vehicle,
and then remove the LH taillight bracket.
Torque
4 Nm

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Raise and support the vehicle.
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Remove the hood latch cover.
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Remove
Remove the rear fascia.
Release the clips that attach the rear Bluetooth passive entry antenna
electrical harness to the rear center bracket assembly.
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Remove
Place two thumbs at the 1 and 2 o'clock positions, resting your knuckles on
the bumper fascia surface to support your hand position. Use both thumbs to
apply force on the outer edge of the
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Dangerous Substances
Model 3 vehicles contain many materials and liquids which, if not handled
with care, can be hazardous to both personal health and the environment.
Warning: Many liquids and substances are poisonous and should under
no circumstances be consumed; they should be kept as far as po
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