Tesla Model 3: Rear Lettering (Retrofit)
SPECIAL TOOLS
Fixture, Badge, Dual Motor/Perf, M3 (1475764-00-A)
Seam Roller, Silicone, 5" (1049517-00-A)
Procedure
- Clean the trunk area where the "Dual Motor" badge is to be installed
with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe.
- Put the badge fixture tool in position on the trunk and secure it with
masking tape.
Note: Make sure the badge and adhesion surface are between 60-120
degrees Fahrenheit (15.556-43.333 Celsius). Use a heat gun in cold weather
conditions to bring installation surfaces to optimum temperature
- Remove the badge liner on the adhesive side, and then set the badge in
the badge fixture using the datum holes.
- Adhere the badge to the trunk by pressing through the badge fixture
window
- Remove the clear front liner from the badge. Do not discard the liner at
this time.
- Remove the badge fixture and masking tape from the trunk.
- Reapply the clear front liner to the badge to protect the surface.
- Use the silicone seam roller to fully adhere the badge.
- Remove the clear front liner from the badge.
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Fixture, Front Badge, Model 3 (1134702-00-A)
Remove
Prepare the badge removal tool with approximately 60 centimeters of
monofilament line.
With
SPECIAL TOOLS
Kit, Badge Removal (1453028-00-A)
Fixture, Rear Badge, Model 3 (1134703-00-A)
Remove
Prepare the badge removal tool with approximately 60 centimeters of
monofilament line.
Raise
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Wrench, Diverter Valve, Model 3 (1447556-00-A)
Remove
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Remove the front aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove
and Replace).
From under the vehicle, disconnect the electrical harness from the 5-way
Remove
Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel -
LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove
and Replace).
Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove
and Replace).