Tesla Model S: Bumper Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the rear fascia assembly for access (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolts (x8) that secure the bumper to the body (torque
52 Nm).
- Remove the rear bumper assembly.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove rear diffuser (refer to procedure)
Remove plastic rivets (x2) and screw (x1) securing diffuser trim
to applique (torque 3 Nm).
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer
Removal
Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever towards the rear of the
vehicle.
Open the hood to the service pos
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Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.Removal
Remove the road wheel for access
(refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the wheel
speed sensor harness brac
Installation
Use alcohol wipes to clean the mating surfaces between the RH
drive unit mount and drive unit.
Place a shear plate on the outboard side of the drive unit mount
so that the shear plate bolt holes align with the motor mount bolt
holes.
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