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Tesla Model 3: Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replace)

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Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replace)

Remove

  1. Remove the trunk lid trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).

Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replace)

Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replace)

  1. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the trunk exterior release switch and the rear facing camera.

Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replace)

  1. Remove the bolts that attach the rear facing camera to the trunk exterior release switch, and remove the camera from the switch.

Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replace) 

  1. Remove the nuts that attach the trunk exterior release switch to the trunk lid, and remove the switch from the vehicle. Torque 4 Nm

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

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