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Tesla Model S: Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Chassis / Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove rear diffuser tray (refer to procedure)
  2. Remove screws (x2) securing rear skid plate to subframe (torque 10 Nm).

    Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Installation

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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