2024-10-14

Fender Garnish and Wheel Fairing Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 12201202 0.18 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.

  • 2024-10-03: Removed front liner cover, Jack Mode, and suspension height adjustment steps.
  • 2024-05-20: Updated procedure to service the "fender garnish and wheel fairing assembly".
  • 2023-04-12: Added steps for HW4 vehicles.
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Note
The front fender garnish and wheel fairing now come in one assembly. This procedure details the servicing of this assembly.

Remove

  1. HW3 vehicles only: Remove the clips (x2) that attach the front lower portion of the LH front wheel arch liner to the vehicle, and then move the liner away from LH front fender garnish.
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    Note
    This will allow access to remove the lower garnish bolts.
  2. HW4 vehicles only: Remove the clips (x3) and bolt that attach the LH front wheel liner to the valence, and then move the liner away from the LH front fender garnish.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T30 socket
  3. Remove the bolts (x2) and release the tab that attach the LH front fender garnish to the vehicle.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Starting from the rear, release the clips (x5) and tabs (x9) that attach the LH front fender garnish and fairing assembly to the vehicle, disconnect the electrical connector, and then remove the garnish and fairing assembly from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Release the connector lock before disconnecting the electrical connector.
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    CAUTION
    HW4 vehicles do not have an ultrasonic sensor on the fender garnish. Be careful not to damage the dummy plug during removal.

Install

  1. Position the LH front fender garnish and fairing assembly onto the vehicle, connect the electrical connector and engage the connector lock, and then secure the clips (x5) and tabs (x9) that attach the garnish and fairing assembly to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Align the ducting into garnish; the leading clips will not fully engage if the ducting is not correctly aligned.
  2. Install the bolts (x2) and secure the tab that attach the LH front fender garnish and fairing assembly to the vehicle.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  3. HW3 vehicles only: Maneuver the front portion of the LH front wheel arch liner into position, and then install the clips (x2).
  4. HW4 vehicles only: Maneuver the front portion of the LH front wheel arch liner into position, and then install the clips (x3) and bolt.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T30 socket