Tesla Model 3: Adjustable Top Loop (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Open both LH doors and lower both LH windows.
- Move the LH front seat fully forward.
Release the clips that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the vehicle.
Tip: Release the clips at the bottom of the LH upper B-pillar trim first, and
then release the clips at the top of the trim.
- Set the LH upper B-pillar trim aside.
- Remove and discard the patchbolt that attaches the upper D-ring to the
B-pillar.
- Remove the bolt that attaches the adjustable top loop to the B-pillar.
Note: The patchbolt is permanently attached to the adjustable top
loop
- Pull the top of the adjustable top loop away from the B-pillar, and then
slide upwards to remove the adjustable top loop from the vehicle.
Install
- Position the adjustable top loop on the B-pillar, and then install the
new patchbolt that attaches the adjustable top loop to the B-pillar.
Torque
20 Nm
- Install the new patchbolt that attaches the upper D-ring to the
B-pillar.
Torque 20 Nm
- Lower the adjustable top loop to align it with the LH upper B-pillar
trim.
- Insert the top portion of the LH upper B-pillar trim under the headliner
to align the clips, and then press the bottom of the trim to fully engage
all of the clips.
Note: Make sure the rubber door seals completely overlap the trim
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SPECIAL TOOLS
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Remove
Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel -
LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH middle A-pill
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd
Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
Disco
Remove
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and
Replace).
Disconnect 12V power. See
SEE MORE:
Remove
Remove the front subframe assembly. See
Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install).
Remove the front drive unit breather.
Torque 5 Nm
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Remove
Open the trunk.
Lift up the rear trunk floor, and then remove it from the vehicle.
Remove the trunk sill trim. See
Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Release the trunk seal from the trunk perimeter, and then remove the
seal from the body.
Install
Install the trunk