Tesla Model 3: Duct - HVAC Plenum - Outer (Remove and Replace)

Remove
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See
Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the cabin intake duct. See
Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).

- Release the clips that attach the outer HVAC plenum duct to the inner
HVAC plenum duct, and then remove the outer HVAC plenum duct from the
vehicle.

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Align the tab at the bottom of the outer HVAC plenum duct before attaching the
clips.
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Remove the rear underhood apron. See
Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See
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