Tesla Model S: Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
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Remove front aero shield
(refer to procedure).
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If equipped, remove the bash plate stamping
(refer to procedure).
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Remove the bolts (x7) that secure the skid
plate to the front subframe (torque 9 Nm).
Note: If the
vehicle was equipped with the bash plate stamping, the
hardware quantity will vary.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the HV
Battery to the front subframe and body (torque 115 Nm).
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Use an appropriate tool to pry the skidplate
out from between the front subframe and the HV Battery.
Caution: Take care
not to damage component(s).
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Remove the skid plate from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the
reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove rear diffuser tray
(refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x2) securing rear skid plate to
subframe (torque 10 Nm).
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Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the inner bolts (x2) that
secure the skid bar to the front subframe (10 Nm).
Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove the bash plate extrusion
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2), shoulder
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To operate a HomeLink device without using the
touchscreen, you can automate the device to open as
you approach, and close as you drive away:
1. Touch the HomeLink icon at the top of the Controls
screen, then choose the device you want to
automate.
2. Select the Auto-open when arriving checkbox
Removal
Remove the rear door trim panel (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) and the nut (x1) that secure the interior
door handle to the trim pad (torque 3 Nm).
Release and remove the door handle.