Tesla Model 3: Raise Vehicle - 4 Post Lift
DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer models, and
might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings and cautions might be
missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high voltage systems and components. Do not redistribute this content
Raise
Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, use appropriate
equipment while performing this operation.
Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly supported vehicle.
- Disconnect the charging cable from the vehicle.
Warning: Do not attach the charging cable to the charge port while
the vehicle is on the lift.
- If provided, lock the alignment slip/turn plates of the lift.
- Carefully drive the vehicle onto the lift, and stop the vehicle when
equidistant between the front and rear of the lift.
Tip:
Have an assistant monitor the vehicle to make that the vehicle is centered
on the lift.
- Make sure that the hood, liftgate, and all doors are closed, unless
necessary for the work to be performed.
- Make sure that no part of the vehicle is in danger of contacting the
ceiling, tool boxes, or other items in the service area when the vehicle is
raised.
Caution:
If the procedure requires the hood, liftgate, or doors to be open
while the vehicle is raised, closely watch their position as the vehicle is
being raised to avoid contact with the lift mechanism, ceiling, or objects
hanging from the ceiling.
- Raise the vehicle to the necessary service height, and then engage any
lift safety locks
Lower
- Make sure that no tools, equipment, other items, or personnel are under
the vehicle or under any open doors.
- Disengage any lift safety locks, and fully lower the vehicle.
- Close any open hood, liftgate, or doors as necessary.
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Remove
Remove the front fascia.
Remove the bolts that attach the bottom of the cooling fan module to the
ankle catcher
Note: Lift the condenser fan module up to ease removal of the bolts.
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,
SEE MORE:
Model 3 has several sensors designed to
detect the presence of objects. When driving
slowly in Drive or Reverse (for example, when
parking), the sensors alert you if an object is
detected in close proximity of your Model 3.
Objects are only detected in the direction of
the gear you selected;
SPECIAL TOOLS
Flare nut crowfoot set (1079041-00-A)
Remove
Caution:
Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of
water standing by