Tesla Model 3: Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the front aero shield panel.
- Release the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the stabilizer bar
brackets.
- Remove the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH sides of the
valance to the wheel liners.
Note: Remove the outer clips as necessary to allow for easier
access to the nuts behind the wheel liner.
Remove the nuts (x2) at the LH and RH corners of the valance.
Note: The nuts are accessed from behind the front of the wheel
liners.
- Remove the push clips (x10) that attach the valance to the front fascia,
and then remove the valance from the vehicle.
Note: Remove clips from the center first and work outward.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
- Install the valance to the front fascia, and install the push clips
(x10) that attach the valance to the fascia.
Note: Fasten the clips at the far left and far right first and work
inward.
- Install the nuts (x2) at the LH and RH corners of the valance.
Torque 3 Nm
Note: The nuts are accessed from behind the front of the wheel
liners.
- Install the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH sides of the
valance to the wheel liners.
Note: Install the outer clips if removed earlier.
- Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the stabilizer bar
brackets.
- Install the front aero shield panel.
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Remove
Open all the doors.
Lower all the windows.
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion.
Remove the rear underhood apron.
Remove the cabin intake duct.
Remove the underhood storage unit
Dis
DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer models, and
might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings and cautions might be
missing. Follow safety requirements
SEE MORE:
SPECIAL TOOLS
Skt, 1/4in Dr, 5-Lobe Torx Plus External (1059330-00-B)
Resistance meter, microohm, Hioki RM 3548 (1076927-00-A)
Remove
Remove the high voltage controller. See
Controller - High Voltage (Remove and Replace).
Remove the nut that attaches the positive terminal of the DCDC harne
How It Works
The traction control system constantly
monitors the speed of the front and rear
wheels. If Model 3 experiences a loss of
traction, the system minimizes wheel spin by
controlling brake pressure and motor power.
By default, the traction control system is on.
Under normal condit