Tesla Model 3: Gas Strut - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Open the trunk, and support the trunk in the open position.
- Release the clip that attaches the lower end of the LH trunk gas strut
to the hinge on the vehicle.
- Release the clip that attaches the upper end of the LH trunk gas strut
to the hinge on the trunk lid, and then remove the strut from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Lubricate both pivot points on the LH trunk gas strut.
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Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the hood latch co
Remove
Remove the trunk assembly. See Trunk (Remove and Install).
Remove the LH side trunk trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and
Replace).
Use masking tape to mark the position of th
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Remove
Note: Although the LH side is described, the procedure is the same
for the RH side.
Move the front LH front seat fully rearward.
Remove the front LH floormat from the vehicle.
Release the clips and tabs that attach the center console side panel
carpet to the center console, and
Remove
Open the hood.
Release the seal from the underhood storage unit, and then remove the
seal from the underhood storage unit.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
During installation, align the line from the seal to the line from the