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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Bumper - Front (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the rear underhood apron
Remove the cabin intake duct.
Remove the hood latch cover.
Remove the underhood storage unit.
Remove the front fascia assembly.
Remove the LH front airbag sensor.
Remove the center front airbag sensor.
Remove the RH fr
Serial Numbers
Tesla labels or engraves serial numbers on its parts. Tesla serial numbers
are 14 digits and alphanumeric. Tesla serial numbers are encoded.
Use this system to decode a Tesla serial number:
Digits 1-3
Build
Site Code
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= Unique 3 character code assigned by Tesla to
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