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Tesla Model S: Bash Plate - Front - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Chassis / Bash Plate - Front - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that secure the bash plate extrusion to the front subframe (10 Nm).

    Bash Plate - Front - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the bash plate extrusion.
Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

Note: Use new bolts to install the bash plate extrusion. Do not reuse any bolts.

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