Tesla Model 3: Sensor - Ambient Air Temperature (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the front fascia. See
Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).

- Disconnect the electrical harness from the ambient air temperature
sensor connector.

- Release the clip that attaches the ambient air temperature sensor to the
lower grille, and then remove the sensor from the lower grille.
Note: Press the tab that attaches the ambient air
temperature sensor and slide up to remove it from the lower grille.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Note: This procedure was formulated using a release candidate
or production model. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when
working on or near high-voltage systems and compone
Remove
Remove the driver floormat.
Remove the LH center console side panel carpet. See
Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the evaporator temperature
Remove
Remove the driver floormat.
Remove the center console LH side carpet. See
Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the LH temperature sensor electri
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Procedure
Clean the installation surface of the spoiler with isopropyl alcohol
(IPA) wipes, and allow it to dry before continuing.
Note: Clean any moisture or contaminates that might be
present from rain or vehicle washing, otherwise this might result in poor
adhesion of the rear spoiler.
General
This section provides general information which can help to reduce the
environmental impacts from the activities carried out in Service Centers.
Emissions to Air
Many of the activities that are carried out in Service Centers emit gases and
fumes which contribute to global warming, depletio