Tesla Model S: Pad - Lifting - Each (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Exterior fittings / Pad - Lifting - Each (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- If the vehicle is equipped with air suspension, set the suspension to "High" or "Very High". Tip: If necessary, this procedure can be performed with the vehicle on a 4 post lift (refer to procedure).
- Remove the plastic rivets (x2) that secure the lifting pad to the body.
- Remove the screw that secures the lifting pad to the body
(torque 10 Nm).
- Remove the lifting pad from the vehicle.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the wiper arms (refer to procedure).
Remove the particulate filter (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivets (x4 or x6) that secure the cowl to the
body.
Assembly - Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH underhood apron.
Remove the retainers (x2) that secure the underhood apron.
Carefully release the clips (
Underhood Apron - Center - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH underhood apron.
Release the clips (x5) that secure the rear center underhood
apron to the plenum.
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The seat, head support, seat belt and airbags work
together to maximize your safety. Using these correctly
ensures greater protection.
Position the seat so you can wear the seat belt correctly,
while being as far away from the front airbag as
possible:
1. Sit upright with both feet on the floor
SD Card - Media Control Unit (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure only applies to MCU/touch screens
that are revision E or later.
Removal
Remove the MCU/touch screen (refer to procedure).
Working from the top of the MCU/touch screen, carefully use a
plastic trim tool to press the SD card retaining tab away from th
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