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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Air Extractor - LH (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the rear fascia. See
Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install).
Press downward at the top to release the tabs that attach the air
extractor to the body, then swing the upper portion of the air extractor
outwards, and then remove the air extractor from the vehicle.
Install
P
Evaporator (Clean)
Remove
Remove the cabin filters. See
Remove.
Attach the hose to the evaporator cleaner bottle.
Insert the hose in the HVAC filter housing, and then spray the entire
bottle on the evaporator.
Note: Be sure to coat the entire evaporator with the
cleaning solution.
Let the cleaning sol
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