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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Headlight - LH (Remove and Replace)
Headlight - LH- Remove
It is recommended that the vehicle be powered down before executing headlight
replacement to ensure that the new headlights are recognized during vehicle
firmware update.
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the rear underhood ap
Sun Visor - Driver (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the fastener that attaches the driver sun visor to the vehicle.
Torque 6 Nm
Disconnect the electrical connector from the driver sun visor.
Remove the driver sun visor from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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