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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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    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).

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    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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    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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