Tesla Model S: Wind Deflector Arm - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
The wind deflector arm is part of an assembly that
includes the wind deflector arm, wind deflector spring, and pivot
block.
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Fully open the panoramic roof.
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Release the screw that secures the wind
deflector arm to the wind deflector.
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Release the deflector arm from the clip on the
deflector screen. Slide the arm outwards until it releases from the
deflector screen.
Note: The screw that
secures the deflector arm to the roof fits into a pivot block
that is part of the deflector arm assembly.
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Use a thin wrench to hold the pivot block in
place. Release the screw that secures the deflector arm assembly to
the roof.
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Remove the deflector arm assembly from the
vehicle.
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Remove the deflector arm from the deflector arm
assembly.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the LH and RH wind deflector arms
(refer to procedure).
Release the wind deflector from the clips on
the deflector blade.
Removal
If the vehicle is equipped with premium audio,
remove the premium boost amplifier module
(refer to procedure).
Disconnect the sunroof motor harness connector.
Removal
Remove glove box assembly
(refer to procedure)
Disconnect sunroof motor harness connector.
Remove screws (x3) securing sunroof motor to
'A' post (torque
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
VIN Locations
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is visible in 3 locations:
The bottom corner of the driver's side of the windshield
On the driver's side door jamb
Vehicles built before September 2015: On the front crossmember,
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Model S has one of the most sophisticated battery
systems in the world. The most important way to
preserve the high voltage Battery is to LEAVE YOUR
VEHICLE PLUGGED IN when you are not using it. This is
particularly important if you are not planning to drive
Model S for several weeks.
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