Tesla Model S: Skid Bar - Front Subframe (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Chassis / Skid Bar - Front Subframe (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the front aero shield panel (refer to procedure).
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Remove and discard the inner bolts (x2) that
secure the skid bar to the front subframe (10 Nm).
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If equipped, remove and discard the outer bolts
(x2) that secure the skid bar to the front subframe (10 Nm).
- Remove the skid bar.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Caution: Use new bolts to install the skid bar. Do not reuse any bolts.
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Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove the bash plate extrusion
(refer to procedure).
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Bash Plate - Front - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that secure
the bash plate extrusion to the front subframe (10 Nm).
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Disable the Self-Leveling Air
Suspension System
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to use the
touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
Your Model S is equipped with an air suspension system
that automatically self-levels the vehicle, even when
power is off. To prevent damage, you must act
Speed Assist
How Speed Assist Works
Model S displays a speed limit on the instrument panel
and you can choose if and how you are warned when
you exceed the speed limit. Also, instead of using the
detected speed limit, you can base warnings on an
arbitrary speed limit that you enter manually.
In situations w
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