Tesla Model 3: Paint
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Note: This procedure was designed to be performed on flat or
near-flat metal body panels with original factory paintwork. Any deviation from
these circumstances can alter cutting times, tool speeds,
Apply isopropyl alcohol to the general area of the defect, and then wipe
the area with a clean microfiber towel.
While wearing a nitrile glove, run hand over the area around the dirt
inclu
Remove the cutting pad from the buffer, and then install a polishing pad on
the buffer.
Apply 4 evenly spaced 20 mm diameter dollops of polishing compound on the
polishing pad.
Set the buffer speed
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Remove
Remove the trunk lid trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the LH rear fog/reverse
light.
Remove the nut that attaches the LH rear fog/reverse light to the trunk
lid.
Torque 3.2 Nm
Remove the LH rea
A new compressor is sealed. Make sure that no foreign material is allowed to
enter the compressor.
Caution: Do not remove the compressor caps until immediately prior to
connecting the air conditioning pipes to the compressor. Foreign material
entering the compressor is likely to cause significant