Tesla Model S: Pad - Lifting - Each (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) 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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Model S has one of the most sophisticated battery
systems in the world. The most important way to
preserve the high voltage Battery is to LEAVE YOUR
VEHICLE PLUGGED IN when you are not using it. This is
particularly important if you are not planning to drive
Model S for several weeks.
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Brake Caliper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the rear underhood apron
(refer to procedure).
Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap and place
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