Tesla Model S: 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
	
		
			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).
               
				
				
               
   
   
 
	
   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
   
   
 
	
   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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   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.
          	
				
				
            
          	
			
   
   
 
	
   Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do 
				not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position. 
				Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass 
				shatter.
	
		Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply, 
				ensure that the driver's door window