Tesla Model 3: Windshield (Remove and Install)- Windshield
Preparation
Windshield Preparation
- Use a razor blade and a blade scraper to remove the old urethane from
the windshield flange on the vehicle.
- Install the GPS antenna into the windshield bracket, and then install
the screw that attaches the GPS antenna to the bracket.
Torque 1 Nm
- Install the windshield electrical harness to the windshield bracket, and
then install the screw that attaches the harness to the bracket.
Torque 1 Nm
Note: Make sure the windshield electrical harness is routed inside
of the bracket.
- Connect the electrical connector to the GPS antenna.
- Connect the windshield electrical connector to the humidity and
temperature sensor.
- Install the screws that attach the forward facing camera mount plate to
the windshield.
Torque 1 Nm
- Install the fastener track on the windshield, and then connect the clips
(x6) that attach the windshield electrical harness on the fastener track.
- Temporarily secure the windshield electrical harness end towards the
center of the windshield using tape.
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Install
Note: Use soft materials to protect the windshield and to prevent
scratching.
Attach suction cups to the LH and RH sides of the windshield on the
outside side of the windshield.
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Remove
Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and
Replace).
Disconnect the electrical harness from the windshield heater connector.
Partially close the hood.
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Speaker - Pedestrian Warning (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the front fascia. See
Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
Remove the screws that attach the pedestrian warning speaker assembly to
the front fascia, and then remove the speaker from the fascia.
Torque 1.8 Nm
Install
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the rear underhood apron. See
Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See
Duct -