Tesla Model S: Wiper Blades - Pair (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Use the touchscreen to set the wipers to Service Mode.
- Press one wiper arm clip and release the blade.
- Remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm.
- Place a cloth under the end of the wiper arm.
Caution: The end of the wiper arm can scratch the glass.
Make sure the wiper arm is set completely on the cloth.
- Repeat the procedure for the second wiper blade.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- When installing the wiper blades, make sure each one snaps
securely into the arm.
- Spray the windshield with the washer jet and cycle the wiper
blades.
- Check for streaking (smeared windshield washer fluid) and
chatter (uneven catching against the glass when in motion).
Note: Adjust the wiper blades if there is
streaking or chatter (refer to procedure).
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Special tools recommended for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
10558
If the wiper blades streak or chatter during cycling, perform the following:
Use the touchscreen to set the wipers to Service Mode.
Clean the wiper blades thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol wipes o
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Removal
Remove rear diffuser (refer to procedure)
Remove plastic rivets (x2) and screw (x1) securing diffuser trim
to applique (torque 3 Nm).
Remove rear diffuser trim.
Installation
Ins
Note: This procedure assumes that the RH mount has been
replaced, but that the shim tools cannot be repositioned to verify
proper clearance. If this happens, follow this procedure to adjust
the LH side motor mount.
Release the 2 bolts that secure the 4-way valve bracket to the body.