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 center console lower rear panel. See
Panel - Lower Rear - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
Remove the center console air vent panel. See
Panel - Air Vent - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
Remove the bolts (x2) and release the clips (x6) that attach the center
Remove
LH shown, RH similar; one clip is behind the
knuckle
Remove the LH and RH front wheels.
Release the clips (x9) that attach the front portion of the LH wheel
arch liner to the vehicle, and then move the liner aside to perform the
following steps.
LH shown, RH similar
Loosen th