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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Busbar - DCDC Ground (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the DCDC ground busbar to the
HV battery at the DCDC passthrough.
Remove the bolt that attaches the DCDC ground busbar to the body, and
then remove the DCDC ground busbar
Sensor - Radar - Front (Calibration)
Calibrate
Perform a 4-wheel alignment. See Four Wheel Alignment (Check and Adjust).
Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
With an assistant, use Toolbox to perform a radar drive cycle
calibration:
For new radar applications, proceed to step 4.
For existing radar applications,
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