Tesla Model S: 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
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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.
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 (
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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Removal
Open the liftgate to a suitable working height.
Remove the applique from the liftgate (refer to procedure).
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Protect paintwork from possible damage during
this procedure.
Ensure only 1 Wall Connector is set as primary
What this alert means:
Load sharing (circuit breaker sharing) network: Need one (and only one) Wall
Connector set as primary.
What to do:
Only one Wall Connector can be set to a primary configuration. Have your
electrician confirm:
1. Only one of the