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Tesla Model S: Ankle Catcher Assembly (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Body / Ankle Catcher Assembly (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the front fascia (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the center of the ankle catcher to the front ducting (torque 4 Nm).

    Ankle Catcher Assembly (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the bolts (x4) that secure the ankle catcher to the front bumper carrier (torque 8 Nm).

    Note: Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.

    Ankle Catcher Assembly (Remove and Replace)

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

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