Tesla Model 3: Seal - Body - Side - Rear - Primary - LH (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the LH B-pillar applique. See
Applique - B-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Release the clips (x3) that attach the rear LH primary body seal to the
mid B-pillar, the upper B-pillar, and the mid C-pillar.
- Pull on the seal to remove it from the body.
Install
- Loosely install the rear LH primary body seal to the body.
- Fasten the clips (x3) that attach the rear LH primary body seal to the
mid C-pillar, the upper B-pillar, and the mid B-pillar.
- Pull the seal strings from the new seal.
- Tuck the seal into the bright molding, and make sure that it fits
properly to the trim panels and the headliner
- Press the seal into the lower corners, and then install the rest of the
seal to the body.
Note: Stretch and tuck the seal so that it is evenly distributed
around the perimeter
- Install the LH B-pillar applique. See
Applique - B-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
READ NEXT:
Remove
Remove the LH front door trim panel. See
Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
Remove the LH front door inner belt seal from the door. See
Seal - Inner Belt - Front Door
Install
Position the new LH front door glass run seal on the LH front door.
Tip:
If necessary, apply a small amount of P80 lubricant on the length of the seal to
aid installation.
SEE MORE:
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel (Remove and
Install).
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 r