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Tesla Model S: Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Body / Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the front fascia (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the front fascia applique:
    • If the vehicle has the 1st generation front fascia applique, refer to procedure.
    • If the vehicle has the 2nd generation front fascia applique, refer to procedure.
  3. Remove the fog lamps (refer to procedure).
  4. Disconnect the remaining parking distance sensor connectors, if equipped.
  5. Release the clips (x6) that secure the harness to the fascia. Remove the harness.

    Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)

  6. Carefully release the parking distance sensors from their retainers, if equipped.
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that secure the chin spoiler to the fascia (torque 3 Nm).
  8. Release the clips (x13) that secure the chin spoiler to the front fascia.

    Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)

  9. Remove the chin spoiler from the fascia.
Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following: If equipped, calibrate the front radar sensor (refer to procedure).

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