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
Remove the rear fascia.
Release the clips that attach the rear Bluetooth passive entry antenna
electrical harness to the center rear bracket assembly.
Remove rear Bluetooth passive entry antenna.
Remove the bolts that attach the center rear bracket to the body, and
then re
Creating a Driver Profile
When you first adjust the driver's seat,
steering wheel, or driver's side mirror, the
touchscreen prompts you to create a driver
profile to save these adjustments. Your profile
also saves some of the preferences you make
using the touchscreen's Controls window.
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