Tesla Model S: Assembly - Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the LH underhood apron (refer to procedure).
- Remove the RH underhood apron.
- Remove the retainers (x2) that secure the underhood apron.
- Carefully release the clips (x7) that secure the front underhood
apron to the slam panel.
- Remove the front underhood apron.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the LH underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH underhood apron.
Release the clips (x5) that secure the rear center underhood
apron to the plenum.
Removal
Open the hood.
Release the lugs (x3) that secure the LH underhood apron to the
inner fender.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
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Caution: This method
requires replacing the caliper. To release a stuck caliper without
damaging it, refer to either:
Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through Calipers
Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through ECU
Release
Removal
Remove the 12V battery (refer to procedure).
Release the 2 bolts that secure the 12V battery bracket to the
front crossmember (torque 15 Nm).
Remove the 12V battery tray.