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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Remove
Remove the rear underhood apron.
Remove the cabin intake duct.
Remove the hood latch cover.
Remove the underhood storage unit carpet
Remove the underhood storage unit.
Remove the bolts that attach the top of the front fascia to the vehicle.Torque
4 Nm
Remove the front wheel
Install
Set the front body controller module where it installs into the vehicle,
and then tilt the module forward
Install the ground strap to the lower rear of the front body controller
module, and then install the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the
module.
Torque 9 Nm