Tesla Model 3: Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model 3 2017-2026 Service Manual / Wheel and Tires / Wheels / Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace)
SPECIAL TOOLS
Wheel Trim Removal Tool (1044206-00-A)
Remove
- Remove the wheel cap according to the type of wheel.
- 18 inch pinwheel wheel: See step 2
- 19 inch stiletto wheel: See step 3
- Gently pull the wheel cap with both hands to release the clips that
attach the wheel cap to the wheel.
Wheel trim removal tool
Wheel trim removal tool inserted
- Insert the wheel trim removal tool in the hole on the center cap, and
then pull to remove the center cap.
Wheel center cap
Install
18 inch pinwheel "aero" wheel cap
19 inch stiletto wheel cap
- Position the wheel cap over the wheel with the bottom of the Tesla "T" pointing to the valve stem.
- Press the center of the cap firmly onto the wheel.
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Caution:
Do not install base wheels onto vehicles with performance brakes, or
install performance wheels onto vehicles with base brakes. Base and performance
wheels have different offsets to accom
Tire - Front - LH (Dismount and Mount)
Warning:
Always read and understand the tire equipment operator's
manual before operating the tire changer.
Note: These instructions are based on the Hunter T
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Gears
Shifting Gears
When Model 3 is in Park, you must press the
brake to shift to another gear.
Move the lever up or down to change gears.
If you try to shift into a gear that the current
driving speed prohibits, a chime sounds and
the gear does not change.
Reverse
Push the lever all the wa
Light - License Plate (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the trunk lid trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the electrical connector from the license plate light.
Push the license plate light towards the RH of the vehicle to compress
the clip, and then compress the clip on the other side of the light
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