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
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Remove
If equipped, remove the LH front wheel center cap. See
Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
Loosen the LH front wheel lug nuts.
Caution: Use only hand tools to remove
or install the fasteners. Do not use impact or power tools.
Remove
Remove the front fascia assembly. See
Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the connector from the battery backed siren.
Remove the bolt that attaches the battery backed siren to the front end
carrier, and then remove the siren from the vehicle.
Torque 12 Nm