Tesla Model S: Fascia Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
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).
- Release the clips (x15) that secure the rear fascia to the
diffuser and applique.
- Remove the rear diffuser and applique.
- Disconnect the parking distance sensor connectors (x4 or x6).
- Release the clips (x7) that secure the harness to the rear
fascia. Remove the harness.
- Carefully release the parking distance sensors (x4 or x6) from
the rear fascia retaining rings.
- Carefully release and remove the sensor retaining rings (x4 or
x6) from the rear fascia.
Caution: Care must be taken to avoid damage to paintwork and
exterior trim.
Installation
Check the alignment of the rear fascia to the body. Adjust as
necessary.
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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).
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
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Note: This procedure is valid for all 2nd generation
door handles.
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Bosch
223-28550-TSL
Wiha (Torque Screwdriver .1 -
.6Nm)
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 position.
Remove both wiper arms (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the LH