Tesla Model S: Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install)
Tesla Model S (2012-2023) Service Manual / Body / Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
- Remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
- Remove the plastic rivets (x8) that secure the undershield to
the chin spoiler.
- Remove the screw that secures the fascia panel to the LH front
fender (torque 1.5 Nm).
- Remove the screw that secures the fascia panel to the RH front
fender (torque 1.5 Nm).
- Disconnect the fascia harness connector and release the clips
(x3) that secure the fascia harness to the front fascia carrier.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the fascia and applique to the
fascia carrier (torque 4 Nm).
- Carefully release the fascia from the LH and RH fender bracket
lugs (x2).
- With assistance, release the fascia panel from the fascia carrier.
- Remove the fascia assembly.
- Remove any debris from the radiator and condensers.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following: If equipped, calibrate the front radar sensor (refer to procedure).
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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
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Ankle Catcher Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the front fascia (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the center of the ankle
catcher to the front ducting (torque 4 Nm).
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Removal
Remove regulator assembly (refer to procedure)
Make sure exterior release handle is fully retracted.
Disconnect handle harness connector.
Remove nuts (x4) securing door release assembly to reinforcement
(torque 9 Nm).
Carefully release door handle assembly from d
Disable the Self-Leveling Air
Suspension System
NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to use the
touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
Your Model S is equipped with an air suspension system
that automatically self-levels the vehicle, even when
power is off. To prevent damage, you must act
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