2025-03-12

FRONT FASCIA (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1001020501 FRT 0.55 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: FRONT FASCIA (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the upper portion of the front fascia to the vehicle
3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x3) that attach the valance to the front fascia
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH corners of the front fascia to the LH front fender
3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the center headlamp. See Lightbar - Front (Remove and Install).
  2. Disconnect the front fascia camera washer hose, and then release the clip that attaches the hose to the vehicle.
  3. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the upper portion of the front fascia to the vehicle.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Remove the LH and RH front fender garnishes. See Fender Garnish - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the clips (x6) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the front wheel arch liners.
  7. Release the clip that attaches the pedestrian warning harness to the speaker, and then disconnect the pedestrian warning connector.
  8. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the valance to the front fascia.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Release the clips (x4) that attach the front wheel arch liners to the front fascia assembly.
    Figure 1. LH shown, RH similar
  10. Disconnect the electrical connectors (x2) from the front fascia.
  11. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH corners of the front fascia to the LH front fender.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    Figure 2. LH shown, RH similar
  12. Apply masking tape around the LH and RH headlamps and front fender to protect the paint on the vehicle.
    Figure 3. LH shown, RH similar
  13. With assistance, release the clips (x16) that attach the front fascia assembly to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Release both sides of the front fascia assembly, and then carefully pull the fascia assembly up and forward to remove it from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Place the front fascia assembly on a padded surface.
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    CAUTION
    Take care not damage the headlamps and front fender.

Install

  1. With assistance, install the clips (x16) that attach the front fascia assembly to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Feed the front fascia camera wash hose through the front end carrier.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Take care not damage the headlamps and front fender.
  2. Connect the front fascia camera washer hose, and then install the clip that attaches the hose to the vehicle.
  3. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the upper portion of the front fascia to the vehicle.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH corners of the front fascia to the LH front fender.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    Figure 4. LH shown, RH similar
  5. Connect the electrical connectors (x2) to the front fascia.
  6. Install the clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH front wheel arch liner to the front fascia assembly.
    Figure 5. LH shown, RH similar
  7. Connect the pedestrian warning connector, and then install the clip that attaches the pedestrian warning harness to the speaker.
  8. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the valance to the front fascia.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Apply a thin bead of Loctite 222 to the threads of the bolts that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Install the push clips (x6) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel liners.
  10. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the LH and RH front fender garnishes. See Fender Garnish - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove the masking tapes from the headlamps and front fender.
  13. Install the center headlamp. See Lightbar - Front (Remove and Install).