Tesla Model S: Panel - Diffuser Tray - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove rear fascia assembly (refer to procedure)
- Remove bolts (x6) and plastic rivets (x2) securing rear diffuser
to rear fascia and applique (torque 3 Nm).
- Carefully release clips (x14) securing rear diffuser to rear
fascia, trim and applique.
- Remove rear diffuser tray.
- Remove u-nuts (x6) from diffuser tray.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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 pro
Special tool(s) required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Template color
Description
Special tool required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1049517-0
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Removal
Remove the front wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
If equipped, release the bolts (x2) that secure the front bumper
support bar (torque 11 Nm). Remove the bar from the vehicle.
Disconnect the fan motor
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
Remove nut securing pipe retaining plate to evaporator TXV
(torque 22 Nm).
Remove bolt securing A/C pipe bracket to cross-brace (torque 6
Nm).