Tesla Model 3: Seal - Trunk (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Open the trunk.
- Lift up the rear trunk floor, and then remove it from the vehicle.
- Remove the trunk sill trim. See
Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Release the trunk seal from the trunk perimeter, and then remove the
seal from the body.
Install
- Install the trunk seal to the perimeter of the trunk.
Note: Line up the striker to the line on the trunk seal, and then
install the trunk seal around the perimeter of the trunk.
Tip:
Tap the trunk seal with a rubber hammer to fully install the trunk seal to the
body.
- Install the trunk sill trim. See
Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Pull the strings on the trunk seal to seat it flush across the interior.
- Install the rear trunk floor.
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Pliers, Clip Removal (1133569-00-A)
Remove
Remove the LH front wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
Remove the bolt and release the clips (x18) that attach the LH front
w
SEE MORE:
Heater - PTC- Remove
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the rear underhood apron. See
Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Rem
Camera - Rear Facing (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the trunk trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Remove the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior Release
- Trunk (Remove and Replace)
Install
Install the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior