Tesla Model S: Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
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Remove rear diffuser tray
(refer to procedure)
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Remove screws (x2) securing rear skid plate to
subframe (torque 10 Nm).
Installation
Installation procedure is the
reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the inner bolts (x2) that
secure the skid bar to the front subframe (10 Nm).
Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove the bash plate extrusion
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2), shoulder
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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Wall Connector needs service
What this alert means:
Wall Connector hardware issue. Possible issues include:
Contactor not working
Self-test of internal ground fault monitoring circuit failed
Thermal sensor disconnected
Other hardware component issues
What to do:
An internal issue was detected
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer