Tesla Model S: Seal - Sliding Glass - Panoramic Roof (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Closures / Seal - Sliding Glass - Panoramic Roof (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the sliding roof glass (refer to procedure) .
- Release the rear ends of the main seal from beneath the stop
bumper seal.
- Carefully release the sealant bond from the body.
- Remove the seal.
- Use an alcohol wipe to fully clean all residual adhesive from the body. Allow the body to fully dry before continuing.
- Apply 3M Primer 94 to the body.
- Apply 3M 4298UV adhesion promoter to the to the main seal adhesive.
- Install the seal onto the frame; firrmly press down on the seal
to ensure that is it secure.
Caution: Ensure that there are no gaps between the seal and the frame.
1 Gap between seal and frame
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