2022-06-17

Fascia Assembly - Front (HW3) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10011002 1.32 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.

Remove

  1. Remove the front fascia assembly from the vehicle. See Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install).
  2. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the front BLE electrical connector.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  3. Remove the screw and release the tabs (x4) that attach the T-badge carrier to the front fascia assembly, and then remove the carrier from the assembly.
    NaN Nm (NaN lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  4. Disconnect the radar heater electrical connector.
  5. Disconnect the LH and RH front fog light electrical connectors.
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  6. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the pedestrian warning speaker electrical connector.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  7. Remove the bolts (x2) and push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH lower valance to the front fascia assembly.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Release the tabs (x10) that attach the lower valence to the front fascia assembly, and then remove the valence from the front fascia assembly.
  9. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the front fascia ultrasonic sensors electrical connectors (x4).
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  10. Release the clips (x9) that attach the front fascia harness to the front fascia assembly, and then remove the harness from the assembly.
  11. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the front fascia grille to the front fascia assembly.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  12. Release the tabs (x11) that attach the front fascia grille to the front fascia assembly, and then remove the grille from the assembly.
  13. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the LH front fog light to the front fascia assembly.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  14. Release the tabs (x4) that attach the LH front fog light to the front fascia assembly, and then remove the fog light from the assembly.
  15. Repeat steps 13 and 14 for the RH front fog light.
  16. Remove the front parking distance sensors (x4) from the front fascia assembly.
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    Note
    Release the tabs (x2) that attach the sensor to the front fascia assembly to remove it.

Install

  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the area where the radar heater will be installed.
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    Note
    Allow 1 minute for the IPA to dry
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    Note
    Confirm the part number for the vehicle color.
  2. Peel the adhesive backing, and then install the radar heater onto the front fascia assembly.
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    Note
    Align the radar heater to the etching on the front fascia.
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    Note
    Make sure there are no creases or bubbles.
  3. Install the front parking distance sensors (x4) into the front fascia assembly.
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    Note
    Make sure the seal is fully seated on the sensor prior to installation.
  4. Position the LH front fog light onto the front fascia assembly, and then secure the tabs (x4) that attach the fog light to the assembly.
  5. Install the screws (x3) that attach the LH front fog light to the front fascia assembly.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the RH front fog light.
  7. Position the front fascia grille into the front fascia assembly, and then secure the tabs (x11) that attach the grille to the assembly.
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    Note
    Position tabs into place prior to applying pressure.
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    Note
    Verify the grille is fully seated.
  8. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the front fascia grille to the front fascia assembly.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  9. Position the front fascia harness into the front fascia assembly, and then secure the clips (x9) that attach the harness to the assembly.
  10. Connect the front parking distance sensor electrical connectors (x4), and then engage the locking tabs.
  11. Position the lower valence onto the front fascia assembly, and then secure the tabs (x10) that attach the valence to the assembly.
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    Note
    Position tabs into place prior to applying pressure.
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    Note
    Verify the trim is fully seated.
  12. Install the bolts (x2) and push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH lower valance to the front fascia assembly.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  13. Connect the pedestrian warning speaker electrical connector, and then engage the connector lock.
  14. Connect the LH and RH front fog light electrical connectors.
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
  15. Connect the radar heater mat electrical connector.
  16. Position the T-badge carrier into the front fascia assembly, and then install the screw and secure the tabs (x4) that attach the carrier to the assembly.
    NaN Nm (NaN lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  17. Connect the front BLE electrical connector, and then engage the connector lock.
  18. Install the front fascia assembly onto the vehicle. See Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install).