Tesla Model S: Bumper Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Body / Bumper Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the rear fascia assembly for access (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolts (x8) that secure the bumper to the body (torque
52 Nm).
- Remove the rear bumper assembly.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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).
Carrier - Bumper - Front (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer
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Removal
Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever towards the rear of the
vehicle.
Open the hood to the service pos
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Tools required:
12V power supply
Laptop with Toolbox 2.0 or higher
USB-CAN dongle
CHAdeMO CAN programming connector
CAN Setup
Connect the USB-CAN dongle to a laptop that is equipped with
Toolbox 2.0 or higher.
Connect the CHAdeMO CAN programming connector to the
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Removal
Remove cinch actuator from liftgate (refer to procedure)
Disconnect cinch cable from latch assembly.
Remove cinch cable from liftgate.
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