Tesla Model S: Pad - Lifting - Each (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Exterior fittings / Pad - Lifting - Each (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- If the vehicle is equipped with air suspension, set the suspension to "High" or "Very High". Tip: If necessary, this procedure can be performed with the vehicle on a 4 post lift (refer to procedure).
- Remove the plastic rivets (x2) that secure the lifting pad to the body.
- Remove the screw that secures the lifting pad to the body
(torque 10 Nm).
- Remove the lifting pad from the vehicle.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the wiper arms (refer to procedure).
Remove the particulate filter (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivets (x4 or x6) that secure the cowl to the
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Assembly - Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH underhood apron.
Remove the retainers (x2) that secure the underhood apron.
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Underhood Apron - Center - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH underhood apron.
Release the clips (x5) that secure the rear center underhood
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Removal
Remove liftgate glazing (refer to procedure)
Position liftgate glazing on suitable glazing stand.
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Power Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open the liftgate.
Support the liftgate in the open position.
Remove the RH C-post upper trim (refer to procedure).
Release the RH rear corner of the headlining from the body.
Note: Do not remove the headlining.
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