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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Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for
the following:
Lubricate the front drive unit oil pump o-rings with
ATF-9.
Use Toolbox to update the vehicle firmware.
The airbags and other SRS components are triggered using relatively low
operating currents. To prevent accidental deployment, always adhere to the
following precautions:
Warning: Do not use a multimeter or other general purpose test equipment on
SRS components. Only use the recommended diagnostic