Tesla Model S: Bash Plate - Front - Stamping (Remove and Replace)
Removal
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Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
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Remove the bash plate extrusion
(refer to procedure).
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Remove and discard the bolts (x2), shoulder
washers (x2), and washers (x2) that secure the bash plate stamping
to the front subframe skid plate (9 Nm).
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Remove the bash plate stamping.
Installation
Installation procedure is the
reverse of removal.
Note: Use new
hardware to install the bash plate stamping. Do not reuse
any hardware.
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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that secure
the bash plate extrusion to the front subframe (10 Nm).
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Exterior Dimensions
CAUTION: Depending on configuration (such as suspension height or
wheel selection), your vehicle's liftgate
can open up to approximately 7.5 feet (2.3 meters) high. See Adjusting
Liftgate Opening Height to
adjust the liftgate height and prevent it from coming into con
Removal
Remove the front bumper (refer to procedure).
Remove the radiator (refer to procedure).
Remove the ankle catcher (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivets (x3) that secure the active center
louver to the carrier.
Remove the bolts (x8) that secure the active