Tesla Model S: 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.
- Remove the plastic rivets that secure the front LH shock tower
cover to the body. Pull back the cover for access, then release the
forward edge of the cowl screen panel.
- Repeat the previous step on the RH shock tower cover.
- Remove the cowl screen panel.
Note: The rubber washers that are located between
the wiper spindles and the cowl screen panel can stick to
the panel as it is removed, then fall off the panel without
being noticed. Collect the washers as the panel is removed
and reinstall them on the wiper spindles.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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.
Removal
Open the hood.
Release the lugs (x3) that secure the LH underhood apron to the
inner fender.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
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Removal
Remove the RH instrument panel side cover assembly (refer to
procedure).
Note: LH panel is illustrated; RH removal is
identical.
Using a suitable tool, release the clips (x13) that secure the
trim to the dash substrate.
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly supported
vehicle.