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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Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
Remove nut (x1) securing pipe retaining plate to chiller TXV
(torque 12 Nm).
Disconnect refrigerant