Tesla Model S: Motor - Active Louver - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Thermal Management / Motor - Active Louver - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove front fascia active louver vent (refer to procedure)
- Remove screws (x3) securing louver drive motor to vent assembly
(torque 1 Nm).
- Remove louver drive motor.
Note: Clean the affected areas before installation.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Air bag - Driver's (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open the front doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glas
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Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
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Headlight - Adjust - North America
North America (SAE)
Prepare a work area for adjusting the headlights:
The area is darkened.
The ground is flat and level.
There is a wall with a white matte surface.
Note: The wall should be at least 6 ft (1.8 m)
high and 12 ft (3.7 m) wide.
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