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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Brake Rotor - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Caliper Spreader, Model 3 (1134786-00-A)
Remove
Raise the vehicle and remove the front LH wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake hose bracket to the LH
front knuckle.
Remove the bolts that attach the LH front calip
Sensor - Parking Distance - Rear - Each (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the rear fascia. See Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the electrical harness from the rear parking distance sensor
connector.
Release the clips that attach the rear parking distance sensor to the
rear fascia, and then remove the sensor from the rear fasc
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