Tesla Model 3: Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Open the trunk.
- Release the clips at the upper corners, then work around the trim to
release the clips that attach the trunk trim to the trunk lid.
Note: The clips (x4) closest to the rear window have a higher
retention force; use a clip prytool, if necessary. Remove any broken clips from
the trunk lid.
- Remove the trunk lid trim from the trunk lid, and then remove any
remaining clips from the trunk lid.
Note: If the trunk trim removed is to be later installed, remove
all clips from the trim.
Install
- If reusing the same trunk lid trim, install new clips onto the trim.
- Align the trunk lid tabs with the slots on the trunk lid, and then press
the clips into the trunk lid.
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Remove
Open the front LH door, and fully lower the window.
Remove the front LH door tweeter. See
Tweeter - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH front door puddle light. See
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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:
Remove
Open the hood.
Release the clips that attach the hood latch cover to the body.
Tip: Grab the cover from the bottom, and then pull it
upward to release the clips.
Disconnect the electrical harness from the child safety switch
connector, and then remove the cover from t