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 LH front floormat.
Remove the center console. See
Center Console (Remove and Install)
Raise the center console armrest for access.
Remove the LH and RH center console decor trim. See
Decor Trim - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
Remove the screws that attach the
Harness - 12V Battery Ground-Remove
Remove
Remove the cowl screen panel. See
Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the front harness ground wire
to the 12V battery ground harness, and remove the wire from the harness.
Remove the 12V auxiliary