Tesla Model 3: Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Release the upper clip that attaches the LH middle A-Pillar trim, and
then pull out the trim to remove it from the vehicle.
Note: Remove any remaining LH middle A-pillar trim clip from
the LH A-pillar, and if the LH middle A-pillar trim is to be later installed,
remove the clip from the trim.
Install
- If reusing the same LH middle A-pillar trim, install a new clip onto the
trim.
- Align the bottom tab, and then push the top clip to fully seat the LH
middle A-pillar trim.
Note: Make sure that the seal seat is on top of the trim.
- Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Remove
Open the LH front door.
Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH middle A-Pillar trim. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Midd
Remove
Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replac
SPECIAL TOOLS
Key, Seat Belt Release, Model 3 (1133787-00-A)
Remove
Open both LH doors.
Move the LH front seat fully forward.
Use the seat belt release key to release the LH front seatbelt
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Connector Removal, Coolant, PCS, M3 (1111868-00-B)
Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3 (1135762-00-A)
Warning:
Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness are
permitted to perform this procedure. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
and insulating HV gl
Install
LH
RH
With assistance, install the trunk to the trunk hinges, and then install
the bolts that attach the trunk lid to the trunk hinges.
Caution:
Install the bolts closest to the body first, and then install the bolts
furthest from the body.
Note: Hand tighten, but do not torque t