Tesla Model S: Side Applique - 2nd Generation - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
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Partially raise the liftgate to access the back
of the applique.
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Pull up on the back of the applique to release
the clips and remove the applique.
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Add a mark to the underside of the applique to
indicate that is has been removed.
Caution: The
2nd generation side applique can only be removed and
reinstalled 10 times before it must be replaced due
to damage to the clips. If there are already 9 or
more marks on the underside of the applique, replace
it.
Installation
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Ensure that the underside of the applique has
no more than 9 marks.
Caution: Replace the
applique if it has 10 or more marks on its underside.
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Starting from the front of the applique, press
down on the applique to engage the clips.
Caution: If
the applique does not feel securely attached after
installation, remove and replace it with a new
applique.
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Close the liftgate.
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Warning: To
avoid personal injury, wear cut-resistant gloves when performing
this operation.
Special tools required for this procedure:
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Removal
Remove the panoramic roof sliding glass
(refer to procedure).
Remove the LH sunroof motor
(refer to procedure).
Note: If
performing t
Removal
The wind deflector arm is part of an assembly that
includes the wind deflector arm, wind deflector spring, and pivot
block.
Fully open the panoramic roof
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Note: This procedure
only applies to vehicles with the Baolong TPMS system (vehicles
built before approximately September 10, 2014).
Set thresholds
In the Service Manual, refer to
General Information > Technical Data > Tire pressures. Note the
appropriate hard a
Clean camera or wait for it to regain visibility
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conditions. When the cameras cannot
provide accurate visual information, some or all Autopilot features may be
temporarily unavailable.
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