Tonneau - Lower Assembly, Tonneau (Remove and Install)
Correction code 1120122012 1120122011 FRT 2.58 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
- 2024-08-07: Update sail applique steps to discard old applique and clean area before installing new applique.
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Open all 4 doors
NotePush pillar door triggers to release
- Lower all 4 windows
- Move LH front seat forward
- Move RH front seat forward
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Open tonneau cover
NotePress forward arrow on LH bed rail
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Open tailgate
NotePress button to release
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Open powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
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Power down vehicle via UI
NoteVerify EPBs are engaged, Select charge port icon to ensure drive state is disengaged then power down vehicle via Controls > Safety > Power Off
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Remove rear underhood apron
Note9x clips
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Unlock fireman's loop connector and disconnect, Slide eCPA to left on the MV battery connector then lift lever to release
Note2x connectors, Unlock fireman's loop connector and disconnect, Release eCPA by pushing down to unlock and slide red locking tab to left, Wait 2 minutes for electrical circuits to discharge before disconnecting modules
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Remove front header trim
Note19x clips, 1x magnet, 1x connector, 1x harness clip
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Remove LH mid A-pillar trim
Note2x clips, 2x tabs, Release tabs, Slightly bend live hinge and release clips
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Remove LH IP quarter panel
Note3x clips, 5x tabs, 2x datums
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Remove LH upper A-pillar panel
Note8x clips, 1x tether clip, 1x harness clip, 1x connector, 1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull inwards to release, Depress tabs on either side of tether clip to release
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Remove rear header trim
Note12x clips, 3x datums
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Remove LH lower C-pillar trim
Note3x clips, 7x tabs, 4x datums, Starting at door sill pull upward then forward to release, Leave trim attached to seat belt
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Open LH coat hook
NotePress to release
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Release LH coat hook bolt cover
Note2x tabs
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Remove LH coat hook bolt
Note1x bolt, T20, 2.5 Nm
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Remove LH cantrail trim panel
Note5x clips, 1x connector, 3x bolts, T30, 6 Nm, Release clips then allow cantrail to hang from tethers for access to fasteners
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Disconnect headliner harness from LH rear maplight
Note1x connector
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Remove LH cantrail trim panel
Note5x clips, 1x connector, 3x bolts, T30, 6 Nm, Release clips then allow cantrail to hang from tethers for access to fasteners
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Remove LH 2nd row shoulder cover
Note7x clips, 1x datum
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Remove 2nd row seatback LH outboard bolster
Note5x clips, 2x datums, Release from bottom
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Remove LH C-pillar upper trim
Note5x clips, 3x tabs
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Partially release RH lower C-pillar trim
Note1x clip, 1x datum
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Remove RH mid A-pillar trim
Note2x clips, 2x tabs, Release tabs, Slightly bend live hinge and release clips
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Remove RH upper A-pillar panel
Note8x clips, 1x harness clip, 1x connector, 1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull inwards to release
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Push open RH coat hook
NotePress to release
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Remove RH coat hook bolt cover
Note2x tabs
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Remove RH coat hook bolt
Note1x bolt, T20, 2.5 Nm
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Remove RH cantrail trim panel
Note5x clips, 1x connector, 3x bolts, T30, 6 Nm, Release clips then allow cantrail to hang from tethers for access to fasteners
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Release RH 2nd row shoulder cover
Note7x clips, 1x datum
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Remove 2nd row RH outboard seatback bolster
Note4x clips, 2x datums
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Remove RH Upper C-pillar
Note5x clips, 3x tabs
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Remove interior fasteners securing lower tonneau assembly
Note2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm
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Remove fastener covers from bed floor assembly
Note6x covers
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Remove bed floor assembly
Note10x bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 4x anchors, Open anchors as needed, Lift front edge with trim tool then remove panel, Recommend assistance
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Open bed cargo tub lid
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Remove cargo tub struts from cargo lid
Note2x strut clips
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Remove bed cargo tub lid
Note4x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Recommend assistance
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Remove LH sail applique
Note9x clips, 6x double-sided tape strips, 1x connector, 1x harness clip, Lift rear edge first to remove connector and harness clip, Remove double-sided tape from applique and bed side, Remove any remaining adhesive with IPA wipes, Discard sail applique after removal
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Remove LH tonneau water management seal
Note1x clip, Pull away from rail to release from groove
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Remove LH upper bed side wall assembly
Note8x clips, Start from rear, Lift tonneau seal as required. Pull from the bottom downwards.
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Remove LH bed closeout panel
Note6x clips, 1x tab, Release LH tailgate cable by disengaging lock spring from bolt and sliding cable eyelet off to allow removal of bed closeout panel from vehicle
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Remove LH lower bed side wall
Note1x bolt, 15mm, 46 Nm, 2x bolts, T45, 36 Nm, 4x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm, 2x nuts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 4x clips, 1x fastener cover, 1x connector, Release locking tabs, Disconnect bed outlet connectors from bed side wall and ground strap, 1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm, 2x connectors, Release locking tabs, Slide lock to release, Recommend assistance
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Remove LH tonneau rail
Note9x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, Lift upwards and slide rearwards to relase
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Remove RH sail applique
Note9x clips, 6x double-sided tape strips, Remove double-sided tape from applique and bed side, Remove any remaining adhesive with IPA wipes, Discard sail applique after removal
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Remove RH tonneau rail seal
Note1x clip, Pull away from rail to release from groove
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Remove RH upper bed side wall assembly
Note8x clips, 1x connector. Pull downwards
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Remove RH bed closeout panel
Note6x clips, 1x tab, Release RH tailgate cable by disengaging lock spring from bolt and sliding cable eyelet off in order to remove bed closeout panel from vehicle
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Remove RH bed side wall
Note1x bolt, 15mm, 46 Nm, 2x bolts, T40, 36 Nm, 4x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm, 2x nuts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 4x clips, 1x fastener cover, 1x connector, Release locking tabs
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Remove RH tonneau rail
Note9x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, Lift upwards and slide rearwards to relase
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Remove false wall
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 45 Nm. Recommended to use assistance to prevent scratching bed liner
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Remove tonneau applique
Note2x bolts, T30, 9 Nm, Remove bolts then firmly pull upward from rear edge of applique to release rear of applique, Depress locking tab on forward mounting points to release
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Remove LH backlight applique assembly
Note2x clips, 1x adhesive strip, Cut adhesive then pry inward to release
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Remove RH backlight applique assembly
Note2x clips, 1x adhesive strip, Cut adhesive then pry inward to release
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Remove LH tonneau motor
Note1x connector, 2x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm
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Remove RH tonneau motor
Note1x connector, 2x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm
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Remove false wall brackets
Note4x nuts, 13mm, 30 Nm
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Remove lower tonneau brackets
Note4x nuts, 13mm, 30 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 30 Nm
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Remove lower tonneau assembly fasteners
Note2x nuts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm
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Remove lower tonneau assembly
NoteAssistance required, Lift straight upwards then raise one side of assembly over bed wall to pivot
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Install lower tonneau assembly
NoteAssistance required, Lower into position, Ensure no harnesses or airlines get caught in lower brackets
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Install lower tonneau assembly fasteners
Note2x nuts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm
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Install lower tonneau brackets
Note4x nuts, 13mm, 30 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 30 Nm
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Install false wall brackets
Note4x nuts, 13mm, 30 Nm
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Install RH tonneau motor
Note1x connector, 2x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm
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Install LH tonneau motor
Note1x connector, 2x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm
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Instal LH backlight applique assembly
Note2x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Install new double sided adhesive
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Instal RH backlight applique assembly
Note2x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Install new double sided adhesive
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Install tonneau applique
Note2x bolts, T30, 9 Nm, Position over mounting points then apply downward pressure to engage front and rear attachment points, Install bolts, Ensure seal is not caught outboard of applique, Use trim tool to adjust seal position as required
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Install false wall
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 45 Nm. Recommended to use assistance to prevent scratching bed liner
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Install RH tonneau rail
Note9x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, Maneuver rail into position
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Install RH bed side wall
Note1x bolt, 15mm, 46 Nm, 2x bolts, T40, 36 Nm, 4x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm, 2x nuts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 4x clips, 1x fastener cover, 1x connector, Recommend assistance
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Install RH bed closeout panel
Note6x clips, 1x tab, Release RH tailgate cable to install bed closeout panel from vehicle
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Install RH upper bed side wall assembly
Note8x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Lift tonneau seal as required
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Install RH tonneaue rail seal
Note1x clip
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Clean RH tonneau rail surface
NoteRemove any adhesive tape remaining, Use a cordless drill with eraser wheel attachment for ease adhesive residue removal, Wipe surface with IPA wipes, Allow IPA to dry for 1 minute
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Install RH sail applique
Note9x clips, 6x double-sided tape strips, 1x push nut, Install new RH sail applique, Do not remove forward section of double-sided tape backing until push nut is installed, Position applique, Partially lift applique to install push nut securing applique onto body, Secure rear of applique, Wet out urethane adhesive sections with roller
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Install LH tonneau rail
Note9x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, Maneuver rail into position
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Install LH lower bed side wall
Note1x bolt, 15mm, 46 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 36 Nm, 4x bolts, 10mm, 11 Nm, 2x nuts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 4x clips, 1x fastener cover, 1x connector, Secure locking tabs, Connect bed outlet connectors onto bed side wall and ground strap, 1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm, 2x connectors, Secure locking tabs, Slide lock to secure, Recommend assistance
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Install LH bed closeout panel
Note6x clips, 1x tab, Secure LH tailgate cable once closeout installed
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Install LH upper bed side wall assembly
Note8x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Lift tonneau seal as required
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Install LH tonneau water management seal
Note1x clip, Push seal into rail groove
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Clean LH tonneau rail surface
NoteRemove any adhesive tape remaining, Use a cordless drill with eraser wheel attachment for ease adhesive residue removal, Wipe surface with IPA wipes, Allow IPA to dry for 1 minute
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Install LH sail applique
Note"9x clips, 6x double-sided tape strips, 1x connector, 1x harness clip, 1x push nut, Install new LH sail applique, Do not remove forward section of double-sided tape backing until push nut is installed, Position applique, Partially lift applique to install push nut securing applique onto body, Connect and secure switch harness then secure rear of applique, Wet out urethane adhesive sections with roller
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Install bed cargo tub lid
Note4x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Snug bolts, Torque will be done at later step, Position bed cargo tub lid onto vehicle, Install bolts securing bed cargo tub lid onto hinges, Recommend assistance
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Install cargo tub struts onto cargo lid
Note2x strut clips
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Close bed cargo tub lid
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Install bed floor assembly
Note10x bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 4x anchors, Open and close anchors as needed, Recommend assistance
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Install fastener covers onto bed floor assembly
Note6x covers
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Install interior fasteners securing lower tonneau assembly
Note2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm
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Install RH Upper C-pillar
Note5x clips, 3x tabs
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Install 2nd row RH outboard seatback bolster
Note4x clips, 2x datumns
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Install RH 2nd row shoulder cover
Note7x clips, 1x datum
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Secure RH cantrail panel
Note5x clips, 1x connector, 3x bolts, T30, 6 Nm, Secure tethers then secure clips
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Install RH coat hook bolt
Note1x bolt, T20, 2.5 Nm
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Install RH coat hook bolt cover
Note2x tabs
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Close RH coat hook
NotePress to secure
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Secure RH lower C-pillar trim
Note1x clip, 1x datum
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Install RH upper A-pillar panel
Note8x clips, 1x tether clip, 1x edge clip, 1x connector, 1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Ensure tethers are correctly oriented, Replace any missing or damaged clips
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Install RH mid A-pillar trim
Note2x clips, 2x tabs,
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Install LH C-pillar upper panel
Note5x clips, 3x tabs
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Install 2nd row seatback LH outboard bolster
Note5x clips, 2x datums, Replace any missing or damaged clips
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Install LH 2nd row shoulder cover
Note7x clips, 1x datum
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Install LH cantrail panel
Note5x clips, 1x connector, 3x bolts, T30, 6 Nm, Secure tethers then secure clips
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Install LH coat hook bolt
Note1x bolt, T20, 2.5 Nm
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Secure LH coat hook bolt cover
Note2x tabs
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Close LH coat hook
NotePress to secure
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Secure LH lower C-pillar trim
Note1x clip, 1x datum
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Install LH upper A-pillar panel
Note8x clips, 1x tether clip, 1x edge clip, 1x connector, 1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Ensure tethers are correctly oriented, Replace any missing or damaged clips
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Install LH mid A-pillar trim
Note2x clips, 2x tabs, Replace any missing or damaged clips
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Install rear header trim
Note12x clips, 3x datums, Replace any missing or damaged clips
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Install front header trim
Note19x clips, 1x magnet, 1x connector, 1x harness clip
- Close tonneau cover
- Close tailgate
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Slide eCPA to the right and ensure it is seated against the black lever, Connect fireman's loop 20 seconds after eCPA engagement
Note2x connectors, Slide and secure red locking tab on top of release lever, Lock fireman's loop connection, If power cycling vehicle ensure at least 60 seconds has passed since powering down
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Install rear underhood apron
Note9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
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Close powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
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Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3.0
NoteVehicle OBD II connection is integrated into drivers lower IP cover, Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)
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Select "Actions" tab and search for "Tonneau"
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Select "Tonneau Cover Calibration", click "Run", and allow routine to complete
NoteSelect "X" at top right of window to close once complete
- Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop
- Move LH front seat to original position
- Move RH front seat to original position
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Raise all 4 windows
NoteVerify switch is operating as expected
- Close all 4 doors