2024-09-18

Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 30011002 0.42 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2023-05-03: Updated photos and added steps for additional bolts.
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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

  1. Raise the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  3. Release the clips (x6) that attach the lower portion of the LH and RH front wheel arch liners to the body.
  4. Remove bolts (x2) that attach the front skid plate to the LH and RH body sills.
  5. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the front skid plate to the front body casting.
  6. Remove the smaller bolts (x2) that attach the front skid plate to the front subframe.
  7. Remove the larger bolts (x4) that attach the front skid plate to the front subframe, and then remove the skidplate from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the front skid plate to the front subframe, and then hand-install all of the bolts (x10) to be hand tight.
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    Note
    The bolts are torqued in subsequent steps.
  2. Tighten the larger bolts (x4) that attach the front skid plate to the front subframe.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
  3. Tighten the smaller bolts (x2) that attach the front skid plate to the front subframe.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  4. Tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the front skid plate to the front body casting.
    60 Nm (44.2 lbs-ft)
  5. Tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the front skid plate to the LH and RH body sills.
    30 Nm (22.1 lbs-ft)
  6. Fasten the clips (x6) that attach the lower portion of the LH and RH front wheel arch liners to the body.
  7. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  8. Lower the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.