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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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly supported
vehicle.
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Drain & Refill
Position the vehicle in preparation for raising it, but do not
raise it at this time.
Air suspension vehicles only: Depressurize th