Tesla Model 3: Finisher - Vent (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove both the LH and RH air wave end caps. See
End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the main instrument panel decor trim. See
Decor Trim - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the screws that attach the LH side of the vent finisher.
Torque 2.3 Nm
- Remove the screws that attach the RH side of the vent finisher.
Torque 2.3 Nm
- Release the clips (x16) that attach the vent finisher, and then pull the
finisher toward the rear of the vehicle to remove it.
Note: The top pad must be lifted slightly in order
to insert a trim tool, and then release the clips.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Remove and secure the customer's belongings from the glove box, if
needed.
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the r
Install
Glove box harness connectors
Bring the glove box into the vehicle, and then connect the electrical
harness to the glove box solenoid connector, the damper connector, and the
puddle li
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Special tools required for this procedure:
SPECIAL TOOLS
Pliers, Clip Removal (1133569-00-A)
Headlight Tester, Beissbarth, Model 815 (1133367-00-A)
Fog lights can be tested and adjusted during the headlight adjustment
procedure using the headlight tester tool. Refer to the headlight adjustment
pro
Remove
Remove the front subframe assembly from the vehicle.
See Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and
Install).