Tesla Model S: LF Antenna - Bumper Carrier (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Electrical / LF Antenna - Bumper Carrier (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
- Disconnect the LF antenna harness connector.
- Working through the opening in the bumper carrier, remove the
screws (x2) that secure the LF antenna (torque 3 Nm).
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
- Remove the LF antenna from the vehicle.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
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Removal
Remove the instrument panel side cover assembly (refer to
procedure).
Remove the screws (x2) that secure the antenna to the side cover
(torque 1 Nm).
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Removal
Depress button and fold 60% part of seat back forward.
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Removal
Remove the front bumper (refer to procedure).
Remove the radiator (refer to procedure).
Remove the ankle catcher (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivets (x3) that secure the active center
louver to the carrier.
Remove the bolts (x8) that secure the active
Auto-Raising Locations
Whenever you raise the suspension to High or Very
High, the location is automatically saved. By saving the
location, you do not need to manually raise the
suspension every time you arrive at a frequently-used
location where you have previously raised the
suspension. When you return to the saved
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