Tesla Model S: Chin Spoiler Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
- Remove the front fascia refer to procedure.
- Remove the ankle catcher foam, if equipped.
- Disconnect the motorized vent harness connectors from the LH and
RH vents.
- Remove the screws (x3) that secure the vent to the fog lamp and
front fascia assembly (torque 1 Nm), then remove the vents.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH and RH fog lamps.
- Remove the fasteners (x4) that secure the fog lamps to the
vehicle, then remove the the fog lights.
- Remove the screws (x2) that secure the chin spoiler to the
fascia.
- Release the clips (x13) that secure the chin spoiler to the
front fascia.
- Remove the chin spoiler from the fascia.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Position the vehicle in preparation for rai
Removal
Remove the rear fascia for access (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x4) and plastic rivets (x2) that secure the
diffuser tray to the rear fascia (torque 3 Nm).
Relea
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).
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
Europe (ECE)
Position the vehicle for adjusting the headlights:
The vehicle is in a darkened area.
The vehicle is on a level surface.
The vehicle is perpendicular to a wall that has a white
matte surface. The wall must be at least 1.8m (6 ft) high