Tesla Model 3: Paint
Tesla Model 3 2017-2026 Service Manual / Body / Paint
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Paint Defect Rectification
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,
Remove Dirt Inclusion
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
Polish
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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Glove Box (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Install
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 light connector
Note: 2 of the electrical connectors are accessed from the bottom
of the instrument
End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
Release the clips that attach the LH air wave end cap to the main
instrument panel decor trim, and then remove the cap from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the re
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