Tesla Model 3: Taillight - LH - Install
Install
- If the taillight is to be reinstalled, replace the gaskets from around
each taillight mounting bolt (x2) and the taillight electrical connector
(x1).
- Install new grommets onto the vehicle.
- Position the LH taillight studs into the grommets, and then install the
taillight onto the vehicle.
Note: Reseat the trunk seal over the LH taillight.
- Install the nuts that attach the taillight to the vehicle.
Torque 3.2 Nm
- Connect the electrical harness to the taillight connector.
- Install the trunk side trim.
- For the LH side, see
Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
- For the RH side, see
Trim - Side - Trunk - RH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the trunk sill trim. See
Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH 2nd row seatback. See
Seat Back - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See
Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Install the trunk floor trim. See
Trim - Floor - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Use the bump stop removal tool to install the LH trunk stop.
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Remove
Note: This procedure applies only to the RH side. The LH rear
reflex lens is part of the charge port.
Apply masking around the RH rear reflex lens.
Use a plastic trim tool to release th
Remove
Remove the rear fascia assembly and place it on a padded surface. See
Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install).
Remove the rear fascia assembly and place it on a padded surface. See
Fascia
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Install
Perform step 11 through step 26 of the penthouse air leak test on the HV
battery. See
Penthouse Air Leak Test.
Hand-tighten the adjustable elements (x4) on the penthouse cover
counter-clockwise so that they are fully engaged.
Caution:
Hand-tighten only.
Install a new HV batt
Install
Install the charge port door assembly on the
vehicle: Pivot the assembly so that the actuator
mechanism clears underneath the quarter panel, and then
slide the assembly forward towards the rear door.
Note: Manipula