Tesla Model S: Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Chassis / Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove rear diffuser tray (refer to procedure)
-
Remove screws (x2) securing rear skid plate to
subframe (torque 10 Nm).
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Skid Bar - Front Subframe (Remove and Replace)
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).
Bash Plate - Front - Stamping (Remove and Replace)
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
Bash Plate - Front - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that secure
the bash plate extrusion to the front subframe (10 Nm).
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Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)
Note: The charge port door and motor are removed as an
assembly.
Removal
Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charge port door to the
tail light assembly (torque 2.5 Nm).
Sway Bar - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction c
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