Tesla Model S: Lamp - Brake - High Mounted (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove liftgate glazing (refer to procedure)
- Position liftgate glazing on suitable glazing stand.
- Note installed position of Central High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL).
- Using a suitable tool cut CHMSL from liftgate glazing.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection
must be worn when performing this operation.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove CHMSL.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- If CHMSL is to be re-used, clean residual sealant from mating
face.
- Clean residual sealant from glass.
- Spirit wipe and thoroughly clean glass adjacent to CHMSL.
- Apply height setting blocks to glass and check CHMSL is
correctly located.
- Remove CHMSL and apply suitable sealant to component mating
faces
- Install CHMSL to installed position and push fully home.
- Wipe away access sealant.
- Apply adhesive tape to retain CHMSL and allow adhesive to cure.
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Removal
Remove the screws (x5) that secure the rear applique bracket to
the tailgate.
Remove the rear applique bracket.
Removal
Remove the liftgate applique (refer to procedure).
Remove the tailgate lower finisher (refer to procedure).
Release the watershield for access to the fog/reverse lamp.
Removal
Using a suitable tool carefully release fixing lugs (x2)
securing side repeater to front fender. NOTE: Wheel arch liner
removed for clarity.
Caution:
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Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
Caution: Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
Caution: Replace all Patchbolt(s).
Note: The LH and RH subframe braces are not
interchangeable.
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front aero shield panel (refer to procedure)
Remove front RH wheel arch liner (refer to procedure)
Remove bolts (x2) securing front bumper panel support bar and
remove (torque 11 Nm).