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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Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Rear - LH (Adjust)
SPECIAL TOOLS
Gauge, Taper Step (1080552-00-A)
Procedure
Remove the LH rear door exterior release handle. See Handle - Exterior
Release - Door - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
Exercise the handle mechanism, pulling the handle to the maximum
position and releasing it, 5 times.
If the hand
Module - TPMS (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat
Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See Bolster
- Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Re
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