2025-02-27

Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1203010052 FRT 0.30 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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Note
The images in this repair procedure show a Non-Performance vehicle. The instructions apply to both the Non-Performance and the Performance version.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x3) that attach the pedestrian warning speaker to the valance
1.8 Nm (1.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T25 socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x8) that attach the valance to the fascia
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T40 socket
 Reuse
Nuts (x2) at the LH and RH corners of the valance
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the push clips (x6) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel arch liners.
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    Remove the outer clips as necessary to allow for easier access to the nuts behind the wheel liner.
  3. Remove the nuts (x2) at the LH and RH corners of the valance.
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    Note
    The nuts are accessed from behind the front of the wheel arch liners.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Release the clip that attaches the pedestrian warning harness to the speaker, and then disconnect the pedestrian warning connector.
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    Note
    The connector access may vary depending on the version of the super horn audio speaker installed on the vehicle.
  5. Remove the bolts (x8) that attach the valance to the front fascia, and then remove the valance from the vehicle.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 socket
  6. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the pedestrian warning speaker to the valance, and then remove the speaker from the valance.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket

Install

  1. Install the pedestrian warning speaker to the valance, and then install the screws (x3) that attach the pedestrian warning speaker to the valance.
    1.8 Nm (1.3 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  2. Install the valance to the front fascia, and install the bolts (x8) that attach the valance to the fascia.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 socket
  3. Connect the pedestrian warning connector, and then install the clip that attaches the pedestrian warning harness to the speaker.
  4. Install the nuts (x2) at the LH and RH corners of the valance.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    The nuts are accessed from behind the front of the wheel liners.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Install the push clips (x6) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel liners.
  6. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).