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
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- 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.
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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
Recover the A/C refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
Note: Completely recover the refrigerant before continuing this
procedure.
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Disconnect the electrical connector to the low pressure transducer.
SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Oil Pump Screen Removal, Model 3 (1140378-00-A)
Remove
Remove the oil pump. See
Oil Pump - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace).
Use the special tool to remove the oil screen from the rear drive unit.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal