Tesla Model 3: Diffuser - Rear Fascia (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Remove the bolts that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the mid aero
shield.
Torque 5 Nm

- Remove the fastener covers, and then remove the bolts that attach the
rear fascia diffuser to the vehicle.
Torque 4 Nm
- Remove the bolts that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the outer edge
of the rear fascia.
Torque 3 Nm
- Remove the bolts that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the inside of
the rear fascia.
Torque 3 Nm
Note: Reach into the loosened rear fascia diffuser to access these
bolts.
- Release the tabs that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the rear
fascia, and then remove the diffuser.

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the bolts (x9) that attach the front aero shield panel to the
vehicle.
Remove the nuts (x2) that attac
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the bolts (x13) that attach the mid aero shield panel to the
vehicle, and then remove the panel from the veh
SEE MORE:
Control Arm - Upper - Front - LH - Remove
SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, FUCA Ride Height, Model 3 (1450399-00-A)
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift
Remove the LH front wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
Remove the rear underhood apron. See
Underhood Apron - Rear
Keyless Locking and Unlocking
Locking and unlocking Model 3 is easy and
convenient. Just carry your authenticated
phone or paired key fob with you. Model 3
recognizes the presence of an authenticated
phone or paired key fob and automatically
unlocks when you press a door handle, and
locks when