Tesla Model S: Trim - Rear View Mirror (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Position vehicle for access to front doors.
- Cover dash assembly to avoid damage.
Caution: Make sure the touch screen is fully
protected.
- Working from passenger side, carefully release clips (x5)
securing RH and LH mirror finishers.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove LH and RH mirror finishers.
Installation
Installation procedure reverse of removal.
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Removal
Position the vehicle for access to the tailgate.
Open the tailgate to working height.
Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the upper trim to
the tailgate.
Removal
Inspect the latch cover. If it is a separate trim part, remove
it with a trim tool. If is not a separate part, proceed to step 2.
Removal
Remove the upper rear window finisher (refer to procedure).
Release the clips (x3) and remove the tailgate side finisher.
Caution: Take care not to damage componen
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Removal
Remove the rear center underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Release the retainers (x2) that secure the particulate filter
cover.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
Procedure
Remove the front hub assembly
(refer to procedure).
Install the dust shield using the 2 existing
holes in the knuckle (torque 8 Nm).
Use a punch to mark the location of the 3rd
bolt hole onto the knuckle.